Universal Laser Systems X2-600 Troubleshooting Guide download pdf (Page 39)

BASIC MAINTENANCE

Section 4-5

Adjustments and Lubrication

There are no periodic adjustments normally required. The bearings in the motion system will self adjust

to take up any clearances as they begin to wear. The belts are fiber reinforced and will not stretch under

normal use so that periodic tension adjustment is not necessary. Optical alignment is not necessary

because the laser and the #2 mirror are fixed.

All bearings in the system are sealed and do not require lubrication. DO NOT lubricate the tracks that the

bearings ride in. The only lubrication that may be required is the screw threads for the table lifting

mechanism. After some time, contaminants can adhere to the lubricant, which can cause the engraving

table to bind up or sound squeaky. If this is the case, wipe off the contaminated grease with a soft cloth

dampened with alcohol and apply fresh white lithium grease to the screw threads. NEVER SPRAY ANY

DEGREASING SOLUTIONS DIRECTLY ONTO THE THREADS. Run the table up and down to work in

the fresh grease. Repeat if necessary.

Maintenance Schedule

Since the maintenance requirements of the laser system is dependent on the type of material being run,

the quantity of material being removed, the hours of operation, and the quality of the exhaust blower, it

must be user defined.

As a starting point, we recommend the following schedule:

• As necessary

Engraving table

Main enclosure

Top door window

• Every 8 hours of engraving

Clean X-axis and Y-axis bearings

Clean X-axis and Y-axis rails and bearing tracks

Clean X-axis belt.

Check beam window, #2 mirror, #3 mirror, and focus lens for debris. Clean ONLY if dirty.

• Every month

Clean cooling fan filters

Clean and re-lubricate Z-axis lead screws

Check for X-axis and Y-axis belt wear – replace as necessary

Check and/or clean X-axis and Y-axis drive gears

Check for X-axis and Y-axis bearing wear – replace as necessary

Inspect system for loose screws and mechanical parts – tighten if necessary

• Every 6 months

Exhaust plenum

If you are noticing a considerable buildup of debris on the optics and the motion system, clean

the system at more frequent intervals. If your system has remained relatively clean, you can

extend your cleaning intervals. Keep in mind that a clean machine is a better performing machine

and can extend the life of the parts as well as reduce the possibility of down time. If you have any

questions about maintaining the laser system, please contact our Service Department.

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