--- title: How do I remove and reinstall the SM1 Spindle? description: You should remove the spindle from the spindle mount each time you change your cutter. Always unplug the SM1 Spindle from Origin before removing the spindle from the spindle mount. Use the included 4m --- [Skip to content](https://support.shapertools.com/hc/en-us/articles/115003047233-how-do-i-remove-and-reinstall-the-sm1-spindle#main-content) English Show submenu for translations [Contact us](https://support.shapertools.com/kb-tickets/new?hsLang=en) ![Shaper-KB-Logo.svg\]](https://support.shapertools.com/hubfs/Shaper-KB-Logo.svg) Open main navigation Close main navigation - English Show submenu for translations - [Contact us](https://support.shapertools.com/kb-tickets/new) - [Go to shapertools.com](https://www.shapertools.com/) [Go to shapertools.com](https://www.shapertools.com/) Shaper Support - There are no suggestions because the search field is empty. 1. 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