How Do You Change the Blade on a Silhouette Cameo 4?

Changing the blade on your Silhouette Cameo 4 is an important part of proper machine maintenance. Having the correct blade installed ensures that your machine will cut materials accurately and efficiently. There are two types of blades available for the Silhouette Cameo 4, the AutoBlade and the Ratchet Blade.

Installing an AutoBlade
The AutoBlade is a tool-less blade that easily snaps into place in the Silhouette Cameo 4. To install it, first switch off your machine and unplug it from any power sources.

Then, remove the existing blade from its holder by pressing down on the plunger and pulling outwards at the same time. Next, insert a new AutoBlade into its holder until it clicks into place. Finally, plug in your machine and test it to ensure that it is cutting correctly.

Installing a Ratchet Blade
The Ratchet Blade is a two-piece blade system with an adjustable ratchet mechanism that allows you to adjust the depth of each cut made by your Silhouette Cameo 4. To install this type of blade, start by turning off and unplugging your machine as before.

Then use an Allen key to hold down the spring-loaded plunger on top of the blade holder while you unscrew a locking screw with another Allen key at the base of the holder. After that, remove any existing blades from their holders and insert a new Ratchet Blade until it clicks into place in both holders – pay attention to make sure that you have installed them correctly (i.e., with their cutting edges facing outwards). Finally, tighten both Allen screws to secure the blade in place then plug in your machine and test it to ensure that it is cutting correctly.

Conclusion: Changing blades on a Silhouette Cameo 4 can be done quickly and easily using either an AutoBlade or Ratchet Blade system depending on what kind of cuts you want to make with your machine. Whichever type ofblade you choose to use, be sure to always turn off and unplug your machine before beginning any maintenance or installation tasks so as not to damage any components or injure yourself in any way!