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- Page 1 V20240320 Laser Marking Machine User Manual Read Carefully Before Use Keep for Future Reference...
- Page 2 Preface Thank you for choosing our laser equipment. This fiber laser marking machine is intended for personal and professional use. Read this manual carefully before operation. It covers the details of correct installation, adjustment, maintenance, and—most importantly—safe operation of your new laser. It is intended to be used in conjunction with the manual for its engraving software, as the program not only provides image design but also serves as the main interface for the laser settings and machine controls.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 1 Introduction ................................1 1.1 General Information ............................1 1.2 Symbol Guide ..............................2 1.3 Designated Use ..............................2 1.4 Specifications ..............................3 1.5 Components ..............................4 1.6 Package List ..............................6 2 Safety Information ..............................7 2.1 Disclaimer ..............................7 2.2 General Safety Instructions ..........................7 2.3 Laser Safety Instructions ..........................7 2.4 Electrical Safety Instructions .........................8 2.5 Material Safety Instructions ...........................9 3 Installation ................................10... -
Page 4: Introduction
1. Introduction 1.1 General Information This manual is the designated user guide for the installation, setup, safe operation, and maintenance of your fiber laser marking machine. All personnel involved in the installation, setup, operation, maintenance, and repair of this machine should read and understand this manual, particularly its safety instructions. -
Page 5: Symbol Guide
1.2 Symbol Guide The following symbols are used on this machine’s labeling or in this manual: These items present a risk of serious property damage or personal injury. These items address similarly serious concerns with regard to the laser beam. These items address similarly serious concerns with regard to electrical components. -
Page 6: Specifications
1.4 Specifications Product Model LYF-20MN LYF-30MN LYF-50MN Voltage AC 110–120V~60 Hz AC 110–120V~60 Hz AC 110–120V~60 Hz Overall Rated Power 600W 600W 600W 9.8×13.4 in. 9.8×13.4 in. 9.8×13.4 in. Processing Area 250×340 mm 250×340 mm 250×340 mm 393.7 ips 393.7 ips 393.7 ips... -
Page 7: Components
1.5 Components Main Parts Name Function This wheel moves the laser arm up and down for the correct focus alignment Focus Adjustment Wheel across different materials and thicknesses. The support column holds the laser arm and provides stability and support to the Support Column machine's moving parts. - Page 8 Control Buttons Name Function It is designed for avoiding the risk of fire and other hazards during engraving. Emergency Tu r n t he but t on clo ck w ise t o re set t he Stop Button emergency stop system and press it down to stop the machine instantly.
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Page 9: Package List
1.6 Package List Item Name Qty. Control Box with Laser Arm Support Column 1.5 m U.S. Standard Power Cord 5 m USB Cord USB Flash Drive Laser Safety Goggles 300 mm Ruler Hex Wrench A Set of Installation Screws Position Lock Bars... -
Page 10: Safety Information
2. Safety Information 2.1 Disclaimer Your laser marking machine may differ somewhat from those shown in this manual due to options, updates, etc. Please contact us if your laser marking machine came with an outdated manual or if you have any other questions. 2.2 General Safety Instructions •... -
Page 11: Electrical Safety Instructions
harmful reflected beams, care should be taken to keep anyone without protective eyewear from observing the machine during operation. EVEN WITH protective eyewear, do not stare or allow others to stare continuously at the laser beam during operation. • DO NOT leave potentially combustible, flammable, explosive, or corrosive materials nearby where they could be exposed to the direct or reflected laser beam. -
Page 12: Material Safety Instructions
2.5 Material Safety Instructions • Users of this fiber marking machine are responsible for confirming that materials to be processed can withstand the heat of the laser and will not produce any emissions or byproducts either harmful to people nearby or in violation of any local or national laws or regulations. -
Page 13: Installation
3. Installation 3.1 Overview A complete working system consists of the following parts: • Fiber laser source • Laser arm with the galvanometer lens • Computer (not included) with EZCard software • All applicable connection cables • Support column • Working platform Users can also configure other additional accessories (such as a rotary axis) to suit their needs. -
Page 14: Electrical Grounding
• There should be fire-fighting equipment nearby and the local fire station's phone number should be clearly displayed. • It is highly recommended to have an extra work table nearby in order to avoid placing objects on or directly adjacent to the machine, which could become a fire or laser hazard. 3.3 Electrical Grounding Poor grounding WILL cause equipment failure and create a serious electrical shock hazard. - Page 15 3. Place the laser arm on the mounting bracket of the support column and align the holes on the laser arm with the holes on the bracket while confirming that the scanning head is above the center position of the processing area.
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Page 16: Operation
4. Operation 4.1 Overview This section will address only some of the options and features provided by the operation software. Before beginning to use the machine, make sure that you have read this entire manual (particularly the Safety Information (Page 7) above), the separate software manual, and any and all warning decals provided on the machine itself. Warning Operate this laser marking machine ONLY in accordance with all the instructions provided in this manual. -
Page 17: Adjusting The Focus
4. Press the focus button on the scanning head to turn on the red dot guider. The two red dots should be displayed on the working platform when the red dot guider is on. 5. Insert the key and turn it clockwise to activate the laser. 4.2.2 Adjusting the Focus 1. -
Page 18: Using The Ezcad Software
4.2.3 Using the EZCad Software 1. Make sure your computer has been already connected and EZCad has been already running. 2. Restart the computer to establish a connection between the computer and the laser marking machine’s control board. 3. Load or create a design in EZCad. For more details about software instructions, see EZCad Instruction Manual. -
Page 19: Testing The Engraving Effect
4.2.4 Testing the Engraving Effect 1. Activate the laser guidance system by clicking Red in EZCad or pressing the F1 on the computer. The design should be displayed in red light on the working platform showing where the laser will fire. 2. -
Page 20: Instructions For Specific Materials
4.3 Instructions for Specific Materials When engraving a new material, it can be helpful to engrave a test matrix of small boxes produced with various speed, power, and frequency settings to home in on the exact effect that you are looking for. To speed the process, here are some general guidelines for commonly engraved materials. -
Page 21: Maintenance
5. Maintenance Warning • Unless otherwise specified, ONLY perform adjustment and maintenance of this machine when the power is turned off and the power supply has been disconnected. • ONLY allow trained and skilled professionals to modify or disassemble this machine. Observe the following guidelines when maintaining the machine: •... -
Page 22: Disposal
QR code to the right. Come join the OMTech community at our official laser group on Facebook or visit the company forums at omtechlaser.com. Check our YouTube channel for helpful hints and instructional videos.