Universal Laser Systems ULTRA X6000, User Manual

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Maintaining the Laser System 6
It is essential to keep your laser system as clean as possible to ensure safe and trouble-free operation
and to achieve the best results when laser processing. Accumulation of dirt and debris on the motion
system components and failure to routinely perform maintenance on your laser system can impact
performance or cause damage to the laser system. Accumulation of contaminants on the optics can
result in loss of laser power.
Always turn OFF and unplug the laser system before
cleaning.
Cleaning and Maintenance Supplies
• Mild soap solution − 1 tablespoon (14.78 ml) liquid soap + 1-quart (1L) water in a spray bottle
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Window cleaner
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Paper towels
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Cotton cloth
• Denatured alcohol (do not use on any painted surface, plastic, or the top viewing window)
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Acetone (use only on the laser processing table)
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Optical quality cotton swabs (supplied – do not use Q-tips or personal hygiene cotton swabs)
• Lens cleaner (supplied)
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Vacuum cleaner with a soft bristle brush attachment
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Set of Allen wrenches sized from 0.050” (12.7 mm) to 3/16” (4.7625 mm)
Suggested Routine Maintenance Schedule
As n
ecessary:
Wipe down the inside of the main
enclosure with soap solution (use
alcohol for difficult to remove debris)
Vacuum the inside of the main enclosure
Vacuum the Multifunction Material
Support Structure
Vacuum the Multifunction Material
Support Structure debris drawer
Clean the top door windows inside &
out with window cleaner only
After every 8 hours of processing:
Check the mirrors on the left side of the
X arm for debris and clean as necessary
Check the carriage windows for debris
and clean as necessary
Check the inside of the carriage for
debris and clean carriage optical
surfaces as necessary
Clean the optics ONLY if dirty ( excessive
cleaning can prematurely wear out the
coatings on the optics)
Every month:
Clean rear laser cover cooling fan filters
Check for X Axis for belt wear
Check the Y Axis for belt wear
Replace belts as necessary
Every 6 months: