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YORA SILVERBACK BENCHTOP CNC ROUTER 6060
USER MANUAL
Version 1.3 • April, 2022

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  • Page 1 YORA SILVERBACK BENCHTOP CNC ROUTER 6060 USER MANUAL Version 1.3 • April, 2022...
  • Page 2 Purpose This Manual is intended for assembly of the Yora SilverBack Benchtop CNC Router. This manual is designed to cover the basic functionality of the machine and software, and may not address every aspect or option present. Before beginning assembly, we recommend conducting an inventory using the Packing List to ensure all components are present.
  • Page 3 ➔ Read and understand the entire user manual before attempting assembly or operation ➔ Do not use the CNC router for other than its intended use. If used for other purposes, YoraHome disclaims any real or implied warranty and holds itself harmless from any injury that may result from that use.
  • Page 4 Safety ➔ Make certain the switch is in the OFF position before connecting CNC router machine to the power supply ➔ Make all machine adjustments or maintenance with CNC router unplugged from the power source. ➔ Give your work undivided attention. Looking around, carrying on a conversation and “horseplay” are careless acts that can result in serious injury.
  • Page 5 Safety ➔ Always secure workpiece to spoil board using clamps or double-sided tape. Never hold workpiece down by hand while operating. ➔ Make sure workpiece is free from nails or other foreign objects. ➔ After installing a bit, make sure collet is securely tightened. An unsecured bit may fly loose from the collet and cause injury.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents Part 1: Packing List Part 2: Mechanical Assembly Part 3: Software Installation Part 4: Machine Setup Part 5: Recommended Settings Part 6: Optional Laser Part 7: Best Practices Part 8: Terminology Part 9: Default GRBL Settings...

  • Page 7: Part 1: Packing List

    Part 1 Packing List 1/12 Small Box Item Size Picture Quantity SilverBack Controller...
  • Page 8 Part 1 Packing List 2/12 Layer 1 Item Size Picture Quantity MDF Spoilboard Front/Rear Frame Rail 20x40 Aluminum Extrusion...
  • Page 9 Part 1 Packing List 3/12 Layer 2 Item Size Picture Quantity Spindle Motor Spindle Motor Sleeve Drag Chain Bracket Large Bracket...
  • Page 10 Part 1 Packing List 4/12 Layer 2 - continued Item Size Picture Quantity Drag Chain Bracket Small Bracket Laser Adapter Sleeve Drag Chain Support Rail...
  • Page 11 Part 1 Packing List 5/12 Layer 2 - continued Item Size Picture Quantity Drag Chain/Wire Harness Assembly X Axis Assembly 3x Support Rails 12x Corner Brackets Spoilboard Support Kit 24x M5 T-Nuts 24x M5*8 Screws...
  • Page 12 Part 1 Packing List 6/12 Layer 3 Item Size Picture Quantity Z Axis Assembly Y1 - Left Y Axis Assemblies Y2 - Right Spindle Mount...
  • Page 13 Part 1 Packing List 7/12 Hardware Box Item Size Picture Quantity M4 x 8mm M5 x 6mm Socket Head Cap Screws M5 x 14mm M5 x 20mm...
  • Page 14 Part 1 Packing List 8/12 Hardware Box - continued Item Size Picture Quantity M5 x 25mm Countersunk Socket Head Cap Screws M4 x 6mm Square Nut Flat Washer Spring Lock Washer...
  • Page 15 Part 1 Packing List 9/12 Hardware Box - continued Item Size Picture Quantity Hold-down Clamps M5 including wing nuts and Clamp Thumbscrews washers 13mm x 15mm Wrenches 14mm x 17mm Z Probe Assembly 20mm...
  • Page 16 Part 1 Packing List 10/12 Hardware Box - continued Item Size Picture Quantity Hex Key 2mm, 2.5mm, 3mm, 4mm 1 of each Power Cable USB Cable Name Plate Personalizable...
  • Page 17 Part 1 Packing List 11/12 Hardware Box - continued Item Size Picture Quantity 0.8/1.0/1.2/1.4/1.6/1.8/2.0/2.2/ Shank Blue Corn Milling Bits 1 pack of 10 2.4/3.17 mm Engraving Bits 30 deg bit, 0.1mm cutting tip 1 pack of 10...
  • Page 18 Part 1 Packing List 12/12 Optional Accessories & Upgrades - Not included Yora SilverBack 6060 Yora Laser Module Yora Essential Bits Aluminum Spoilboard Yora Makita Yora SilverBack 6060 Yora CNC V-Groove Bits 1.25HP Router Expansion Kit (With ER11 Spring Collets)
  • Page 19 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 1 - Assemble Main Frame Parts Required: ➔ 16 M5 x 20mm Screws ➔ 16 M5 Flat Washers ➔ 16 M5 Split Lock Washers ➔ 2 Front/Rear Frame Rails ➔ 2 Y Axis Assemblies...
  • Page 20 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 1 - Assemble Main Frame Y2 Axis ➔ Ensure Y1 Axis is on left ➔ Ensure Y2 Axis is on right ➔ Position Y Axes with lead screws to the OUTSIDE of the frame Using 4x M5 x 20mm screws, Split Lock Washers, and Flat Washers at each corner, attach the Front and Rear Rails to the Y Axis end brackets.

  • Page 21: Part 2: Mechanical Assembly

    Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 1 - Assemble Main Frame ➔ Ensure that the Front and Rear Rail ends are even with the outer edge of the Y Axis end brackets ➔ Tighten all 16 of the M5 x 20 screws Rail even with Y Axis end bracket...
  • Page 22 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 1 - Assemble Main Frame (Spoil Board Supports) ➔ Place the 3x support rails inside the frame as shown in the picture ➔ Using: 24x M5*8mm screws, 24x T-Nuts and 12x corner brackets, install 2 corner brackets at each end of the braces.
  • Page 23 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly No threaded inserts Step 2 - Assemble Spoil Board (60x60cm) Parts Required: ➔ 12 M5 x 20mm Screws ➔ 2 Spoil Board Halves Install Spoil Board, securing to Front and Rear rails. NOTE - One end of the Spoil Board has NO threaded inserts;...
  • Page 24 Just install the aluminum bed, securing front and rear with the screws. Everything else (apart from longer 1x1m aluminum extrusions) is the same with the 6060. Link to the YoraHome SilverBack Benchtop CNC 1x1M|39x39” (For 1x1M Owners)
  • Page 25 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 3 - Install Drag Chain Bracket Parts Required: ➔ 2 M5 x 6mm Screws ➔ 2 Square Nuts ➔ Large Drag Chain Bracket Install the Large Drag Chain Bracket to the left end of the Rear Frame Rail, just in front of the Y1 motor, as shown.
  • Page 26 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 4 - Align Y Axis Gantry Plates No Parts Required. Using the manual knobs on the end of the Y Axis Motors, move the Gantry Plates to the middle of the machine, as shown. A specific measurement is not needed, but they do need to be the same distance.
  • Page 27 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 5 - Assemble X Axis to Frame Parts Required: ➔ 8 M5 x 14mm Screws ➔ 8 M5 Flat Washers ➔ 8 M5 Split Lock Washers ➔ X Axis Assembly...
  • Page 28 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 5 - Assemble X Axis to Frame ➔ Ensure X Axis Motor is on left ➔ Position X Axis with lead screw to the REAR of the frame Using 4x M5 x 14mm screws, Split Lock Washers, and Flat Washers at each end, attach the X Axis Assembly to the Y Axis gantry plates...
  • Page 29 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 6 - Attach Y Axis Drag Chain Bracket Parts Required: ➔ 2 M4 x 8mm Screws ➔ 1 Small Drag Chain Bracket Attach the Small Drag Chain Bracket to the left side X Axis plate, as shown. Ensure the “platform”...
  • Page 30 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 7 - Attach X Axis Drag Chain Support Rail Parts Required: ➔ 2 M5 x 6mm Screws ➔ Drag Chain Support Rail Attach the Drag Chain Support Rail to the rear of the X Axis Assembly, as shown.
  • Page 31 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 8 - Attach X Axis Drag Chain Bracket Parts Required: ➔ 2 M5 x 6mm Screws ➔ 1 Small Drag Chain Bracket Attach the Small Drag Chain Bracket to the rear of the X Axis gantry, as shown. Use caution, so the limit switch wiring does not get caught between the Drag Chain Bracket and X Axis gantry plate.
  • Page 32 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 9 - Attach Z Axis Assembly Parts Required: ➔ 4 Countersunk M5 x 25mm Screws ➔ Z Axis Assembly Attach the Z Axis Assembly to the front of the X Axis gantry, as shown. It may be necessary to adjust the position of the Z Axis to access the screws.
  • Page 33 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 10 - Attach Spindle Holder Parts Required: - 4 M5 x 14mm Screws - Spindle Holder Attach the Spindle Holder to the front of the Z Axis assembly, as shown.
  • Page 34 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 11 - Install Drag Chain/Wire Harness 1/6 Parts Required: - 8 Countersunk M4 x 6mm Screws - Drag Chain/Wire Harness Assembly Lay out the Drag Chain/Wire Harness Assembly on the left side of the machine, as shown.
  • Page 35 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 11 - Install Drag Chain/Wire Harness 2/6 Using 2 of the Countersunk M4 x 6mm Screws, attach the end of the Drag Chain to the Large Drag Chain Bracket at left rear of the machine.
  • Page 36 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 11 - Install Drag Chain/Wire Harness 3/6 Fold the Y Axis Drag Chain towards the rear of the machine as shown. Using 2 of the Countersunk M4 x 6mm Screws, attach the end of the Drag Chain to the Small Drag Chain Bracket at left side of the X Axis Assembly...
  • Page 37 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 11 - Install Drag Chain/Wire Harness 4/6 Carefully move the X Axis Drag Chain segment to the rear side of the X Axis Assembly, and lay it on the Drag Chain Support Rail. Using 2 of the Countersunk M4 x 6mm Screws, attach the end of the Drag Chain to the Drag Chain Support Rail at left side of the X Axis Assembly...
  • Page 38 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 11 - Install Drag Chain/Wire Harness 5/6 Fold the X Axis Drag Chain towards the Z Axis Assembly as shown. Using 2 of the Countersunk M4 x 6mm Screws, attach the end of the Drag Chain to the Small Drag Chain Bracket at rear gantry plate of the X Axis Assembly.
  • Page 39 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 11 - Install Drag Chain/Wire Harness 6/6 Your machine should appear as shown. All wiring connections are labeled; connections are as shown on the following pages.
  • Page 40 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 12 - Install Wiring Connections 1/5 Left end of X Axis Assembly: - X Motor - Y Limit NOTE - Ensure Y Limit wiring is clear of rollers on Y Axis...
  • Page 41 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 12 - Install Wiring Connections 2/5 Rear of X Axis Assembly: - X Limit...
  • Page 42 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 12 - Install Wiring Connections 3/5 Front of Z Axis Assembly: - Z Limit - Z Motor (connection not shown) NOTE - Ensure all wiring is clear of rollers on X Axis...
  • Page 43 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 12 - Install Wiring Connections 4/5 Rear of machine: - Y1 Motor (left side) - Y2 Motor (right side)
  • Page 44 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 12 - Install Wiring Connections 5/5 Rear of controller: - Axis Motors - Spindle - Limit Switches All connections are indexed for proper insertion. Ensure the Laser/Spindle switch is in the “Spindle” position. Plug in power cord and turn power switch on.
  • Page 45 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 13 - Install Nameplate The included nameplate can be personalized by you - making sure everyone knows this is YOUR machine. The nameplate can be attached to the X Axis end plate by removing the protective paper from the adhesive backing.
  • Page 46 Mechanical Assembly Step 14 - Accessory Installation The SilverBack holder can accommodate 3 accessories: 1. Yora 400W Spindle with ER11 chuck (included with the SilverBack) 2. Yora Makita RT0701C Router (available separately): https://yorahome.com/products/yora-makita-1-25hp-router 3. Yora Diode Laser Modules (available separately): https://yorahome.com/products/yora-laser-module...
  • Page 47 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 14 - Accessory Installation (Yora 400W Spindle Motor) Parts Required ➔ Spindle Motor ➔ Spindle Motor Sleeve Insert Spindle Motor Sleeve into the Spindle Mount. Insert Spindle Motor into Spindle Motor Sleeve. Tighten Spindle Mount clamping screws to hold Spindle Motor firmly in place.
  • Page 48 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 14 - Accessory Installation (Yora Makita Router) Part Required ➔ Makita Router Motor Remove any Adapter Sleeves from the Spindle Mount. Insert Makita Router Motor into Spindle Mount. Tighten Spindle Mount clamping screws to hold Makita Router Motor firmly in place.
  • Page 49 Part 2 Mechanical Assembly Step 14 - Accessory Installation (Yora Laser Module) Parts Required - Laser Module - Laser Adapter Sleeve - Laser Module Cable (included with Laser Module) Insert Laser Adapter Sleeve into the Spindle Mount. Insert Laser Module into Laser Adapter Sleeve. Tighten Spindle Mount clamping screws to hold Laser Module firmly in place.
  • Page 50 NOTE FOR MAC USERS: If your Mac is running Mojave OS or higher, do NOT install the driver, as the OS has native support for the CH340. If you are running Sierra or High Sierra, please contact YoraHome Technical Support for additional guidance.

  • Page 51: Part 3: Software Installation

    Part 3 Software Installation Step 2 - Determine your machine’s COM port (Windows computers) • Windows XP: Right click on My Computer, select Manage, then Device Manager. • Windows 7: Click on Start on the taskbar, right click on Computer, select Manage, then Device Manager. •...
  • Page 52 Part 3 Software Installation Step 3 - Log into Easel We recommend that our customers use a web application called Easel, which is developed by Inventables for their X-carve machines. It works great with the the SilverBack too. It is free (the pro version is not really needed), powerful and easy to use to design and carve your projects.
  • Page 53 Part 3 Software Installation Step 4 - Create your account in Easel • Click on the “Create New Account” option • Enter your personal information • When you are done, click on the orange Start Free Trial button NOTE - Inventables defaults all new accounts to a free 30-day trial of Easel Pro.
  • Page 54 Part 4 Machine Setup Step 1 - Your first project in Easel! Create a new project by selecting one document in the Projects tab (it can be “Intro to Easel” or any “Untitled”)
  • Page 55 Part 4 Machine Setup Step 2 - Set up New Machine Click on the “Machine” menu, and select the blue “Set up new machine” button.
  • Page 56 Part 4 Machine Setup Step 3 - Choose your machine On the Choose your machine type screen, select the “Other (3rd Party Machines)” option.
  • Page 57 Part 4 Machine Setup Step 4 - Easel driver (Windows): You will be automatically prompted to download and install Easel driver if it is not already installed; whether you’re on a Mac or a Windows computer. This driver will allow Easel to talk to the USB port on your computer.
  • Page 58 Part 4 Machine Setup Step 5 - Install Easel driver (Windows) W2. Go to your Downloads folder, open the download and you should see the Easel Driver File (EaselDriver-0.#.##.exe). W3. Then, right-click on it, select "Run as administrator" and follow the installation prompt.
  • Page 59 Part 4 Machine Setup Step 6 - Download and Install Easel driver (MacOS) M1. Click the green Download for Mac button. M2. Click the downloaded file (EaselDriver-0.#.##.pkg Easel driver will automatically download to file and open it to run the installer. Follow the Installer your computer.
  • Page 60 Part 4 Machine Setup Step 7 - Enter your machine details Choose the options as shown in the picture. If you have purchased the optional dust shoe with our SilverBack, check the box. Then, click on the blue Confirm settings button.
  • Page 61 Part 4 Machine Setup Step 8 - Test your wiring When the machine successfully connects, you’ll be presented with a set of controls for jogging your machine. Try jogging the machine using the directional arrows. If everything is wired correctly you should get proper motion on each axis.

  • Page 62: Part 4: Machine Setup

    Part 4 Machine Setup Step 9 - Limit switch setup After you confirm your limit switches and Homing settings, you’ll be prompted to enable or disable homing. Since the SilverBack is equipped with limit switches, select the “Yes, enable homing” option then click “Start homing sequence”, the machine will go through a homing sequence to verify the limit switches.
  • Page 63 Part 4 Machine Setup Step 10 - Z-Probe setup The SilverBack does have a Z-Probe. Click on the blue “Yes” button.
  • Page 64 Part 4 Machine Setup Step 11 - Z-Probe configuration Follow the prompts on the screen to confirm operation of the Z-Probe. Connect the clip to the collet of the spindle, and touch the probe plate to the collet. The indicator will turn green when contact is made.
  • Page 65 Part 4 Machine Setup Step 12 - Z-Probe Advanced Settings Ensure the Touch plate thickness is set to 19.99 mm. (You may need to select the “mm” option at the top of the screen. All other options can be left at default. Click on the “Continue”...
  • Page 66 Part 4 Machine Setup Step 13 - Finish Screen After setting up your machine, you will need to make a few more changes before you can run a test carve. Click on “Finish” and then you should be prompted to start a new project. Just click New Project and continue to the next Step.
  • Page 67 Part 4 Machine Setup Step 14 - Edit Machine Settings 1/2 After you started a new project click on “Machine” at the top menu then click “Edit your machine”.
  • Page 68 Part 4 Machine Setup Step 14 - Edit Machine Settings 2/2 Next make the following changes: 1. Work Area X: 23.622 in 2. Work Area Y: 23.622 in 3. Spindle Controlled By: Hardware 4. Spindle: 24V DC or Makita If you have purchased the optional dust shoe with our SilverBack, make sure the box is checked.
  • Page 69 Part 5 Recommended Settings - Router Key GRBL Settings Intro The SilverBack motherboard has a series of settings on it that allow your machine to work correctly. We typically recommend that the end user not alter these settings, except as directed by Technical Support. Go to Easel »...
  • Page 70 Part 5 Recommended Settings - Router Key GRBL Settings $3 - Direction port invert mask If an axis is moving in the wrong direction, you need to change one of the settings, namely $3, the direction port invert mask to be precise. This is very easy to do.
  • Page 71 Part 5 Recommended Settings - Router Key GRBL Settings $3 - Direction port invert mask Use the following table: Select the row for your current $3 value, go across to the column for the axis to change and the value there is your new $3 value. This only allows you to change one axis at a time. If you need to change more than one, make multiple passes through the process.
  • Page 72 Part 5 Recommended Settings - Router Key GRBL Settings $100,$101,$102 - [X,Y,Z] steps/mm These parameters controlled the distance travelled by each axis. These values are the number of microsteps required to move the spindle on each axis by 1mm. $100 sets the X axis, $101 the Y axis, and $102 the Z axis. These should all be the same - default value for the SilverBack is 200.
  • Page 73 $111=2000 and $112=2000. You can check all the defined GRBL settings and what they mean using the link below: https://github.com/gnea/grbl/wiki/Grbl-v1.1-Configuration Note – changing GRBL settings beyond those mentioned above is not recommended by YoraHome, and is done at your own risk.
  • Page 74 Part 5 Recommended Settings - Easel Metric system settings in Easel We recommend that our customers use the mm (metric) settings for better readings and precision, especially in the CNC world.

  • Page 75: Part 5: Recommended Settings

    Part 5 Recommended Settings - Easel Material type and Dimensions 3. Take the measurements (Length, Width, Depth) of your material 1. Find the piece of wood or material you want to carve 4. Enter the Material Dimensions in Easel 2. Select the material type in Easel...
  • Page 76 (This will allow you not to have to purchase the Easel Pro Version) If you don’t know the width or diameter of the bits you bought from YoraHome, check the product page description of the bits in our Router Bits...
  • Page 77 Part 5 Recommended Settings - Easel Cut settings Selecting the material type in Easel allows the software to calculate cut settings. Preliminary testing has shown that these Automatic settings are a good starting point for most users. The user will need to adjust settings based on their personal experience and how the machine is operating.
  • Page 78 Part 5 Recommended Settings - Easel Cut settings - Spindle Speed When using the 400W Spindle Motor, spindle speed is controlled by the user, not the Controller. The Controller will turn the Spindle Motor On/Off. Speed is controlled using the adjustment knob on the front of the Controller.
  • Page 79 Part 6 Optional Laser Installation Laser Engraving with your SilverBack To utilize the laser engraving functionality of the SilverBack, the Yora Laser Module will need to be installed in the Spindle Mount, as described in Part 2. The user will also need to change the controller configuration, in particular the $32 setting will need to be set to a “1”...

  • Page 80: Part 7: Best Practices

    Part 7 Best Practices For Assembly & Setup Quick Guide 6. Next, you need to make sure your machine is 1. Ensure everything is wired and powered correctly per the moving in the correct directions according to a manufacturer guidelines. Cartesian(XYZ) coordinate frame.
  • Page 81 Part 8 Terminology Grbl : This is the software which runs on the CNC (Computer Numerical Control): A CNC machine is a motherboard. It takes the G-code and translates it into motorized platform controlled by a computer according to the movements and speeds needed to cut a line for specific input instructions.
  • Page 82 Part 8 Terminology Toolpath: The path that the tool is moved along in ER11: This is the piece that fits onto the end of the spindle order to do the job. Your software will provide a and holds the bit. toolpath simulation so you can see on your computer what is going to happen before you send Collet: The piece inside the tool holder (ER11) which as it is...
  • Page 83 Part 9 Default GRBL Settings $0=10 (Step pulse time) $27=3.000 (Homing switch pull-off distance) $1=255 (Step idle delay) $30=1000 (Maximum spindle speed) $2=0 (Step pulse invert) $31=0 (Minimum spindle speed) $3=0 (Step direction invert) $32=0 (Laser-mode enable) $4=0 (Invert step enable pin) $100=200.000 (X-axis travel resolution) $5=0 (Invert limit pins) $101=200.000 (Y-axis travel resolution)
  • Page 84 WWW.YORAHOME.COM SUPPORT@YORAHOME.COM WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/GROUPS/YORAHOME.CNC...