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Silhouette SD Vinyl Cutter and Graphtec RoboCutter
| Aliases | “Vinyl Cutter” |
| Other References | |
| Official Maintainer | Paula O'Donnell |
Current Status
Usable
Machine has some issue but is usable. Software to drive the machines is not super user-friendly. Will cut text fairly easily. Still trying to work out how to cut graphics.
Usage
This machine is generally available to use.
Guidelines
In the studio software, set the “page setup” to AUTO (Silhouette SD) which should set most settings, you will need to use custom if you are not using 206mm width vinyl. To import your graphics, go to Inkscape and open your drawing. Select FILE, SAVE AS. choose where to save your file but save as a “Desktop cutting plotter AutoDesk R14” .dxf file. now simply drag and drop your .dxf file onto the Silhouette Studio blank page. It will automatically mirror your drawing so the sticky side of your vinyl will be right-was-around. load your vinyl in the front of the machine with a piece of paper under it. On the machine select ENTER to “Unload media” and again to “load media”, ensure correct alignment. On your computer, select FILE>SEND TO SILHOUETTE or click SEND button in top right corner of screen. Press “Unload media” then guillotine off your sticker once complete. Use a scalpel to pull up the corner of any sticker segment you want to remove.
Recommended PPE
| Required |  | Enclosed shoes are required throughout HSBNE. No open sandals, thongs etc. |
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Machine Specifications
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| Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Vinyl Width | 206mm |
| Max width | A3 |
| DC Voltage | 24VDC |
Documents
Studio Software : https://www.silhouetteamerica.com/software silhouette-handbook.pdf
Manufacturer
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Manufacturer
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Reseller
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Known Identical Models
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Known Issues
| Date | Description | Workaround | Proposed Remediation |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/12/2020 | The vinyl roll sometimes slips | Place a piece of regular paper under the vinyl for most of the distance of your cuts | buy a newer machine or use wider vinyl sheets |
Modifications / Repair History
| Date | Modified By | Description | Remediation | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/01/2020 | PLACEHOLDER NAME | PLACEHOLDER Describe what happened | PLACEHOLDER Describe how it was fixed or modified | PLACEHOLDER document the cost of the change |
Accessories
| Image | Category | Accessory Name & Notes | Location | Buy from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLACEHOLDER Image, 100 width | PLACEHOLDER Category of accessory | PLACEHOLDER Accessory Name PLACEHOLDER Description and usage notes for accessory | PLACEHOLDER Describe location of accessory | PLACEHOLDER Link to where it was bought from |
Consumables & Running Costs
| Image | Category | Accessory Name & Notes | Location | Buy from |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLACEHOLDER Image, 100 width | PLACEHOLDER Category of consumable | PLACEHOLDER Consumable Name PLACEHOLDER Consumable description and usage | PLACEHOLDER Description of where the consumable is stored | PLACEHOLDER Link to where it can be bought |
Maintenance
| Interval | Task |
|---|---|
| Annual | ensure it works and is clean. When required, replace cutting tool tip as per manual. |
RACI
| Task / Action | Executive | Cause Leader Cause Team | Named Maintainer | Trainers | Cause | Membership | Implementer |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Modification and Repairs | - | AC | C | I | I | I | R |
| Induction changes | C | RACI | RC | I | I | I | R |
Risk Matrix and Mitigation
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| Ref / ID | Pre-Mitigation | Mitigations / Warnings / Remedies | Post Mitigation | ||||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Risk | Risk Severity | Risk Likelyhood | Risk Level | Risk Severity | Risk Likelyhood | Risk Level | Acceptable to Proceed | ||
| 0001 | PLACEHOLDER DEATH | Intolerable | Probable | 11 | PLACEHOLDER Induction to train users in correct usage | Low | Improbable | 1 | |
Decision Register
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| Ref / ID | Decision Details | Impact | Proposed Date | Proposed By | Status | Approved By | Date | Resulting Actions and Comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0000 | Example decision | Provides an example | 08/08/20 | JH | Approved | JH | 08/08/20 | A line was put in the register |