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- Page 1 LASER MACHINE Operation Manual Model: Falcon Address: 21 Blue Sky Court, Sacramento CA 95828 Phone: (916) 383- 8166 Email: contactus@lightobject.com...
- Page 2 Read and understand operation manual before using this machine. Failure to follow operating instructions could result in death or serious injury. P. 2 rev. 1...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents CO₂ Laser Safety & Policies Fire & Hazardous Materials Accessories First Time Laser Setup Unpacking and Setting up the Machine Installing Other Accessories Connecting Laser Machine to Computer Sending files to your Laser Machine Control Panel Keypad Focusing the Lens Maintenance Troubleshooting... -
Page 4: Co₂ Laser Safety & Policies
WARNING: The safety precautions below are mandatory guidelines that must be followed. LightObject will not be held responsible for damages or injuries resulting from improper use of the laser machine. DO NOT operate the laser machine until you have been properly trained. -
Page 5: Fire & Hazardous Materials
Any damage caused by fire that is not due to defects in workmanship or the machine itself will NOT be covered by the LightObject warranty. Hazardous Materials: Any materials considered hazardous are NOT recommended to etch, cut or engrave. -
Page 6: Accessories
Accessories Air Exhaust Fan Air Pump (optional) (optional) Air Exhaust Hose Exhaust Hose (6” dia.) Clamps Tubing for Water Laser Tube Chiller Air compressor Water Chiller regulator (sold separately) pressure gauge moisture filter Other accessories Spare tubing Ethernet Network LAN cable Sets of Keys USB cable Other tools for adjustment... -
Page 7: First Time Laser Setup
First Time Laser Setup The following components are required for operating the laser machine: Air Assist: to blow smoke away from the beam, preventing damage to the lens and preventing burning the material. Water Chiller: to circulate cool water into the laser tube to prevent the tube from overheating. -
Page 8: Unpacking And Setting Up The Machine
Unpacking and Setting Up the Machine Uncrate/unwrap the laser machine Open up the laser machine and retrieve all accessories that may be inside the machine when shipped. Once all of the accessories have been removed, you are now ready to begin setting up the machine. - Page 9 Connect the water tubing to the laser tube. Be sure to connect the silicone tubing on both sides of the laser tube. Connect water tubing between chiller and machine. Chiller’s outlet goes to machine’s inlet. Machine’s outlet goes to Chiller’s inlet. The correct direction of water flow is from high voltage side (red wire) of the laser tube to the low voltage side.
- Page 10 (Chiller’s back side for reference only) Note: The water temperature should always be between 59-77 degrees Fahrenheit when running the machine. (15-25 Degrees Celsius). Some default temperature setting of water chiller is 25 degrees Celsius. Fill up the water chiller with distilled water and power up, observe the water flow direction.
- Page 11 Check air bubble trapped in the laser tube. Squeeze the water tubing or tilt the laser tube carefully to get rid of the big bubble. Small bubbles are acceptable. IMPORTANT: the tube can overheat quickly if large bubbles are present when the laser is firing which can cause the tube to crack.
- Page 12 11) For screw type connection, clamp the wire under the screw. Put the rubber cap back on the tube on the high voltage side. For wire type connection, make a twist like a hook and clamp the hook under the screw.
- Page 13 Twist Wrap the wire around the tube’s metal pin. Fix the connection by proper soldering OR applying silicon glue. Make sure to shield it with a piece of silicone tubing to prevent arcing. 12) Hookup the power cord of the machine and power up the machine. Flip the main switch to ON position.
- Page 14 13) Release the emergency stop button. 14) Press the machine power button. The laser power button can be pressed later, when it is time to fire up the laser. P. 14 rev. 1...
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Page 15: Installing Other Accessories
Installing Other Accessories Exhaust Fan Installation Some materials such as leather or wood generate larger amounts of smoke than other materials. The exhaust is necessary to remove harmful fumes and smoke. The exhaust must be ducted to the outside and away from any area where animals or humans congregate. - Page 16 Air Pump / Air Compressor The Air Compressor (sold separately) are used to blow air through the laser head. This will blow away debris and smoke from the laser beam while allowing for a cleaner cut and protecting the lens. The air compressor on/off switch should be close by and preferably on the same circuit as the water chiller and exhaust fan to ensure it is in operation while running the laser machine.
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Page 17: Connecting Laser Machine To Computer
Connecting Laser Machine to Computer The laser machine (with Ruida controller) work with below software a) RDWorks (for Windows only) b) LightBurn (for Mac and Windows) Set up with RDworks Download and install the software RDWorks from http://www.rd-acs.com/ Connect the USB cable. Click on “Setting”... - Page 18 Follow the instruction from the screen, and it will guide you connecting the computer to the laser machine. P. 18 rev. 1...
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- Page 20 NOTE: Please refer LightBurn instruction manual and tutorials in their site for configuration and usage If you are using LAN connection, input the same IP address set on the laser controller. NOTE: Please make sure LAN cable is connected between computer and laser machine.
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Page 21: Sending Files To Your Laser Machine
Sending files to your Laser Machine Once you have established the connection between the computer and the laser machine, job files can be transferred. To do this, click on the “Send” button(LightBurn) OR “Download” button (RDWorks) located on the right side of the laser software. Alternatively, save the file as UFile and put in a USB stick. -
Page 22: Control Panel Keypad
Control Panel Keypad Note: Since the laser cutter can be connected to different controllers (e.g. Ruida RDC644XG), please always refer to the controller manuals for details. Functions of typical keypad: Reset: Reset the whole system; Origin: Set the relative origin; Laser: Let the Laser to splash; ... - Page 23 Current control It is important that the laser tube does not run with over current as it could damage the laser tube. Normally, we will limit the maximum current output by using software before it is shipped. On the new model, there is a Manual/Auto switch. User may switch on the Manual/Auto switch, so that the current can be adjusted manually by turning the knob to increase or decrease the laser power.
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Page 24: Focusing The Lens
Focusing the Lens The lens should be adjusted and focused according to the thickness and type of material. To adjust the focus, adjust the height of the cutting head to accommodate the thickness of the material. Do some cuttings on the material, and try to find the smallest burn on the material by adjusting the height of the cutting head. -
Page 25: Maintenance
Maintenance Cooling: Automotive antifreeze should not be used as a laser coolant. Distilled water shall be used. The coolant should always be clean and clear. Focal lens: This is the lens that is used to focus the laser beam. This lens should be cleaned at least once per week. -
Page 26: Troubleshooting
If it is not aligned, then the three screws for each mirror must be adjusted little by little until the laser hits the center. Test after each adjustment. Once the first mirror is done, repeat the steps to align the 2nd mirror. When mirrors are aligned correctly, the mark will be in the center regardless of the x and y position (wherever the laser head moves).
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