Universal Laser Systems PLS3.60, Safety, Installation, Operation, And Basic Maintenance Manual

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ASSEMBLING THE PLS
Section 4-7
Laser Cartridge Installation
Note: The following images illustrate a PLS6.120D laser system. If you have
purchased a PLS6.60 laser system ignore the mention of the two laser system
setup and install the single laser tube.
Before connecting and powering on your system, you must install the laser cartridges.
1. Make sure that your power cord
IS NOT plugged in at this time. Press on the backside of the two
hinges to release the latch. Gently fold back the rear cover.
2. Locate the laser mounting blocks (1), the laser latches (2), and alignment forks (3). Notice that the
alignment forks have two plates, one small and one large. Locate the gap between the two plates.
Observe the “V” groove (4) along the upper and lower part of the laser cartridge and the alignment
plate (5) at the end.
3. If you have purchased two lasers, mount the first cartridge onto the
LOWER mounting blocks first.
Single laser users should mount the laser in the top position. Tilt the laser cartridge downward on a
30-degree angle. Place the upper “V” groove (4) of the cartridge on top of the mounting blocks (1).
Slide the cartridge to the right until the alignment plate (5) of the laser cartridge makes contact with
the inside of the large plate of the alignment fork (3). Slowly rotate the laser cartridge making sure
that the alignment plate (5) is centered in the fork. As you slowly release the weight of the laser, you
should feel it lock (clunk sound) itself smoothly into place, parallel to the mounting surface. NEVER
FORCE THE LASER INTO POSITION. If the laser does not install smoothly, check for obstructions
such as pinched wires or hoses or a binding laser latch. Mount the second laser on the top mounts in
the same manner as the bottom. Once installed, re-verify that the alignment plates (5) are centered
within the alignment forks (3).