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Introduction

We should now be ready to run our job on the laser cutter. Just to recap, we should have completed the following steps:

  1. Before beginning the job, be sure to review the safety rules for this machine
    • Before beginning the job, be sure to review the safety rules for this machine

    • The laser tube is a class IV device when any of the doors are open during operation.

    • Never attempt to defeat the door interlock switch.

    • Never cut materials containing chlorine, and be sure to verify the composition of any questionable materials before cutting.

    • Always be alert for laser cutter fires and know how to address them should they occur.

    • Never let the machine operate unattended.

  2. Close the lid of the machine.
    • Close the lid of the machine.

    • Ensure that all extra materials, especially flammable ones are removed from the machine.

  3. Turn on the laser power supply by flipping the switch in the I direction.
    • Turn on the laser power supply by flipping the switch in the I direction.

    • The switch should glow red. If it doesn't, ask for help.

    • It is always a good practice to turn off this switch before working inside the machine, focusing, and setting origins.

  4. Turn on the accessory switches.
    • Turn on the accessory switches.

    • Water: The water switch circulates chilled water through the laser tube. The laser will not operate if this switch is off.

    • Vent: The vent switch activates the blower to exhaust fumes from the inside of the machine.

    • Wait for all accessories to fully start before continuing.

  5. Press the Start/Pause button on the control panel.
    • Press the Start/Pause button on the control panel.

    • Be alert for laser fires while the machine is in operation. Review the steps for dealing with laser fires.

    • DO NOT leave the machine unattended without pausing the machine.

    • To pause the machine, press the Start/Pause button again.

    • To resume after pause, press Start/Pause

    • To cancel the job and return to the origin while paused, press Esc

    • The machine will beep when it has completed the job. Wait a few seconds before moving on to allow the ventilation fan to clear any remaining fumes.

  6. Flip the laser enable switch to the off position.
    • Flip the laser enable switch to the off position.

    • Confirm that the switch is no longer glowing.

  7. Turn off all three of the accessory switches.
    • Turn off all three of the accessory switches.

    • PRO TIP: If you'll be cutting multiple jobs in succession, leave the Water switch on to continue cooling the tube between runs.

  8. Open the lid and remove your material
    • Open the lid and remove your material

Finish Line

Brian Adams

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