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Hints and Tips
The
MultiCam
Lasers have a very powerful yet easy-to-use interface. Operators who understand their systems
and learn the keypad functions can utilize their cutting systems in an efficient and productive manner. The
following tips complement this knowledge and can be used to the their advantage. Any operator with additional
helpful hints or tips should send an email to
so that the User Manual can be updated.
#1 Observing Safety
Safety eye wear and hearing protection should be
worn at all times
while operating the machine, and long
hair should be
restrained with a cap or net
when near the machines. Operators should observe the safety
recommendations published by ANSI, state and federal governments, and OSHA. Operators should never
leave a laser unattended during the cutting sequence, and labels should be observed at all times.
#2 Testing
When testing new processes or when learning new functions of the machine, use
the
Dry Run function
.
#3 Recovering after Loss of Power
When Set Home (0,0)
is pressed, the X,Y locations are stored in the controller’s memory. If the system
loses power, the job can be restored by returning to the last home and running Proximity Restart.
Operators may press Find Home
to index the machine. Once the machine has found Home, the
operator should press Return to Home 0
to move the machine back to the last home position and
set home there before re-establishing the Set Surface (Z=0), Cut Height, Lift Height, X & Y Feedrate, and
Pierce Power. The Proximity Restart function can then be used to resume the file.
#4 Maintaining the Machine
The
MultiCam
Laser will produce consistent, accurate work as long as it is well-maintained.
for this system is easy, yet it should not be overlooked. Operators may refer to the maintenance chart for more
detail.
All machines should be kept clean when not in use. The build-up of dust and slag on the system should be
cleared daily with special attention focused on the gear rack and bearing rails.
All of the bearings should be greased at least twice a month based on an 8-hour work day. The bearings
should be greased more often if the machine is in use more than 8 hours a day.
The Lead Screw Z-axis should be lubricated with a non-aerosol, silicon-based lubricant. Operators are
cautioned
against
using the lithium grease provided by
MultiCam
when lubricating Lead Screws as this
may lead to premature wear of the Lead Screw. Ball Screws, however, can be lubricated with lithium. grease.
The filters on the electronics enclosure and fume extraction should also be cleaned.
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