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3. Maintenance of Laser Oscillator Section
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ML-2350A/2351A
Chapter 1 How to Perform Maintenance
Introduction Part
Operating Part
Maintenance Part
Appendixes
Installation
and
Preparation
Part
3. Maintenance of Laser Oscillator Section
Replacing the Flashlamp
The flashlamp is provided in the laser chamber and used for excitation at laser
oscillation. We recommend replacing the flashlamp when the number of laser outputs
reaches about 1,000,000 shots, as standard.
CAUTION
When replacing the flashlamp, turn OFF the power to the Laser and wait for at least 5
minutes.
Item required
Gloves (vinyl), clean cloth, alcohol, Phillips screwdriver, ball-point screwdrivers 2.5
mm and 5 mm, and flashlamp (new product)
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Removing the Laser Chamber
(1) Turn OFF the power supply of the laser welder and remove the lamp-replacing
cover on the top surface of the main unit.
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In 5 minutes or more after the turning OFF the power supply, remove the cover.
(2) Loosen the bolts of the laser chamber and remove the top lid.
(3) Pull up the top part of the reflector to take it out.
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Take care not to damage the internal surface of the reflector.
MAIN SHUTTER
READY
HIGH VOLTAGE
POWER
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3
1
2
ON
OFF
SHUTTER
CONTROL
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Laser chamber top lid
Removing by
loosening 4-M6
Reflector (Top portion)
Remove two screws on
side, raise the cover up
to about 30 mm, and
then pull it out forward.
Lamp-replacing cover