SECTION 7
Maintenance
Keeping the laser system clean will ensure the highest quality
engraving. The frequency of cleaning will depend entirely on the type of material being engraved, the performance of your exhaust blower, the operating environment, and the amount of laser system usage over a given period of time. Dirt or debris that is allowed to build up on the motion system components will cause uneven or rough engraving, or loss of engraving position as well as premature component failure. Smoke or dirt buildup on the optics can cause damage to them, loss of laser power, or premature failure of these components. Use good judgment and keep in mind that a clean machine is the best performing machine.
Always turn the laser engraving system OFF and unplug it before performing any cleaning procedures.
Suggested Cleaning and Maintenance Supplies
•Soap solution mixture of 1 tablespoon (2 cl) liquid soap and 1 quart (liter) of water in a spray bottle
•Paper towels
•Cotton cloth
•Denatured alcohol (NOT to be used on any painted surface, plastic, or the Top Window)
•Acetone (can be used on the engraving table but nowhere else)
•Cotton swabs (supplied)
•Lens cleaner (supplied)
•Lens tissue (supplied)
•Vacuum cleaner
•Set of Allen wrenches sized from .050 to 3/16 inch
*NOTE: When using acetone or denatured alcohol, please follow the instructions on the printed label of these materials for safe handling procedures.
Please familiarize yourself with the motion system components in the following diagram. It will help you understand which components need periodic cleaning.
