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Laser System Manual | Model 16000
Original Instructions
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UPDATED NOVEMBER 2019 |
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  • Page 1 FusionPro 32/48 Laser System Manual | Model 16000 Original Instructions Technical Support: +1 (303) 215-9171 Register your system now for driver Knowledge Base: support.epiloglaser.com updates and access to our Training Suite! System Registration: training.epiloglaser.com/register TRAINING.EPILOGLASER.COM/REGISTER Driver/Firmware: epiloglaser.com/fusionpro-drivers UPDATED NOVEMBER 2019 |...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS FIRE WARNING SECTION 1: GENERAL Manual Use - General Information ............................3 Icons Used in this Manual ................................3 Designated Use ...................................... 4 Disposal Remarks ....................................4 SECTION 2: SAFETY EU - Declaration of Conformity ..............................5 Laser Safety Information .................................
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 9: ENGRAVING MATERIALS CO2 Laser Materials/Techniques ............................57 Fiber Laser Materials/Techniques ............................66 SECTION 10: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Reduce Fire Risk with a Clean Laser ............................69 Cleaning the Optics ..................................69 Replacing the Lens .................................... 74 Cleaning the Exhaust Plenum ..............................75 Laser Tube .......................................

  • Page 5: Fire Warning

    FIRE WARNING Fire Warning Your laser system uses a high intensity beam of light that can generate extremely high temperatures when it comes into contact with the material being engraved, marked or cut. Some materials are extremely flammable and can easily ignite and burst into open flame setting the machine afire.

  • Page 7: Section 1: General

    SECTION 1: GENERAL Manual Use - General Information Please read and follow this manual carefully, before installing and operating your Fusion Pro. Damage to persons and/or materials can result from not following individual points of this manual. Icons Used in this Manual Look for these symbols to help you find valuable information throughout the text: This icon indicates helpful notes to keep in mind when running the laser! This icon indicates advice you can try that will save you significant time.

  • Page 8: Designated Use

    SECTION 1: GENERAL Designated Use The Epilog Fusion Pro laser engraver is used for engraving and cutting a wide variety of materials such as wood, acrylic, rubber, glass, leather, cork, and more. • Use of this machine should only be performed with a well-maintained machine. See “SYSTEM MAINTENANCE”...

  • Page 9: Section 2: Safety

    EPILOG LASER 16371 Table Mountain Parkway Golden, CO 80403, USA Authorized person for the compilation of technical documentation: NAME, EPILOG LASER, 16371 Table Mountain Parkway Golden, CO 80403, USA We hereby certify that Fusion Pro Model 16000 in its conception, construction and form put by us into circulation is in accordance with all the relevant essential health and safety requirements of the EC machinery directive 2006/42/EEC.

  • Page 10: General Safety Information

    SECTION 2: SAFETY General Safety Information Please read this chapter before operating or servicing an Epilog Fusion Pro. Any person involved in the installation, set up, operation, maintenance and repair of the Fusion Pro must first read and understand this manual, in particular the “Safety” section. The machine must only be operated by a trained and authorized person.

  • Page 11: Electrical Safety

    SECTION 2: SAFETY Without safety precautions, the following risks exist with exposure to laser radiation: • Eyes: Burns to the cornea for CO2 Laser. • Skin: Burns • Clothing: Danger of fire Never try to modify or disassemble the laser, and do not try to start up a system that has been modified or disassembled! Dangerous radiation exposure can result from the use of operation or adjustment equipment other than that described here, and if different operational methods are performed.

  • Page 12: Safety Features And Regulatory Compliance

    SECTION 2: SAFETY Safety Features and Regulatory Compliance Epilog has incorporated specific safety features into the Model 16000 Laser System in order to meet the requirements of 21 CFR 1040 and the International Standard IEC 60825-1. These safety features include: •...
  • Page 13 SECTION 2: SAFETY 3. Descriptive Label: This label identifies the classification of the Model 16000 in accordance with 21 CFR 1040.10 and IEC 60825-1. It is located on the right side of the machine’s cabinet, below the Warning Logotype. 4. Non-interlocked Protective Housing Safety Labels: These labels are located on, or adjacent to, removable access covers on the machine’s cabinet as shown in the diagrams to follow.
  • Page 14 SECTION 2: SAFETY The following diagrams show the location of each specific label. Fusion Pro 32: - 10 -...
  • Page 15 SECTION 2: SAFETY Fusion Pro 48: - 11 -...
  • Page 16 SECTION 2: SAFETY - 12 -...

  • Page 17: Do's And Don'ts

    SECTION 2: SAFETY Dos & Don’ts Don’ts Do Not Run the Laser Unvented: Never operate the machine without a properly operating vent to the outside or to a filtration unit! Most material will only produce an irritating smoke when engraved. Some materials, including but not limited to paint, varnish, composition board and plastics, produce compounds that can be harmful if concentrated.

  • Page 19: Section 3: Specifications

    SECTION 3: SPECIFICATIONS Fusion Pro Laser Technical Specifications Fusion Pro 32 (CO2) Fusion Pro 32 (Fiber) Fusion Pro 48 (CO2) Fusion Pro 48 (Fiber) Maximum 32” x 20” (812 x 508 mm) 48” x 36” (1219 x 914 mm) Engraving Area Max Material 12.25”...

  • Page 20: Compatibility

    SECTION 3: SPECIFICATIONS Compatibility Your Epilog Laser has been designed as an “open architecture” product that can be run from almost any Windows based software. Recommended PC Operating System Windows 7, Windows 8.1, or Windows 10. RAM – Random Access Memory 4 GB RAM or greater.

  • Page 21: About The Co2 Laser Source

    About The CO2 Laser Source Your Epilog CO2 laser system uses the latest in laser technology to provide a powerful tool that is simple and safe to setup and operate. The Epilog Laser can mark, engrave, and cut a variety of non-metallic materials.
  • Page 22 SECTION 3: SPECIFICATIONS the CO2 gas lase). Different mediums also emit different wavelengths of photons, and hence, the different properties of different wavelength lasers. - 18 -...

  • Page 23: Section 4: Before Operation

    SECTION 4: BEFORE OPERATION Your Fusion Pro laser system consists of the following components: Fusion Pro Laser System 2. Epilog Driver Disc 3. USB and Ethernet Cables 4. Power Cable 5. Exhaust and Vacuum Table Plenum Connectors 6. Quick Start Guide Training Suite Signup Card 8.

  • Page 24: Unpacking The Laser System

    SECTION 4: BEFORE OPERATION 1. Unpacking the Laser 2. Remove the top lid and set it to the side. System Unpack the laser system from the crate provided by Epilog. Please be sure to hold on to all packing materials and crating in case you need to move the system in the future.
  • Page 25 SECTION 4: BEFORE OPERATION 4. Slide the front panel out of the box. Using the top panel you removed at the beginning, align its corners with the ledge on the bottom of the box, making a ramp. Secure the ramp with a screw. 8.

  • Page 26: Choose Where To Locate The System

    Cooling Requirements and Operating Temperatures All Epilog Laser systems use air-cooled laser tubes. Laser technology is such that the laser tubes generate a lot of excess heat and the tubes must be cooled for proper operation. There are cooling fans located on both sides of the laser.

  • Page 27: Connecting The Exhaust

    The Fusion Pro 48 model also requires a total of 735 CFM. Please contact your Epilog distributor to match a filter to the Epilog laser system you are using. Note: Remember to put the blower switch for the laser system in an obvious and accessible place so it can be routinely switched on prior to using the engraver.

  • Page 28: Connecting Electrical Power

    SECTION 4: BEFORE OPERATION Epilog Exhaust/Filter Connections There are two 102 mm ports attached to the back of the Fusion Pro 32 laser system, and three 102 mm ports attached to the back of the Fusion Pro 48 laser system. The exhaust port on the Fusion Pro 32 is approximately 368.3 mm from the top of the machine, and the downdraft port is approximately 825.5 mm from the top of the machine.

  • Page 29: Set The Fusion Pro's Ip Address

    SECTION 4: BEFORE OPERATION 6. Set the Fusion Pro’s IP Address Ethernet Cable Setup Once your machine is booted up, select the Settings button in the upper right corner of the touchpad. 2. Select Network in the settings list. 3. Under Network you will see “IP Address” and “Netmask”, press “IP Address” and then press the numbers that appear next to them.

  • Page 30: Sign Up For Driver Updates And Register Your System

    SECTION 4: BEFORE OPERATION USB Cable Setup Once your machine is booted up, select the Settings button in the upper right corner of the touchpad. 2. Select USB in the settings list. 3. Under USB you will see “IP Address” and “Netmask”, press “IP Address” and then press the numbers that appear next to them.

  • Page 31: Section 5: Operation

    SECTION 5: OPERATION Fusion Pro Features Top Door The Top Door is to remain shut when using the IRIS Camera or while running a job. If the Top Door is opened during operation, the laser will no longer fire and the job will continue running leaving an incomplete engraving.

  • Page 32: First Time Operation

    SECTION 5: OPERATION 11. Power Socket For connecting the main power to the machine. 12. USB Connector For connecting the Fusion Pro to a computer using a USB cable. 13. Ethernet Connector For connecting the Fusion Pro to a computer using an Ethernet cable. 14.

  • Page 33: Section 6: Control Panel

    SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL Display The display shows valuable information associated with the highlighted Functional Menu items. We will explain the different information that will be displayed as we go through the description of each menu item. Reset Speed Focus Menu Power Pointer Job Menu...
  • Page 34 SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL • Pressing the Go/Stop button during a running job will stop the lens carriage and the laser beam will be shut off. If the Go/Stop button is pressed during raster engraving mode, the lens carriage will pause on either the far left or far right of the engraving line that is in process.
  • Page 35 SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL Pointer The Pointer key is a toggle switch that turns the laser system’s Red Dot Pointer on and off. For more information visit ““Red Dot Pointer” on page 40. The Jog function allows you to move the laser head around the table with the use of the Joystick.

  • Page 36: Delete Button

    SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL • After the job starts, the job’s settings and a timer will be activated and will be shown at the bottom of the display. • Saved jobs will always be visible at the top of the list with a save icon next to the job name. •...
  • Page 37 SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL Settings/Config Menu The Settings/Config menu has two sub-menus, System and Network Settings. System Once selected, the System Settings display detailed information about the machine. These are factory settings that should not be changed unless instructed by Epilog Technical Support. Network Once selected, the Network Settings allow you to change the IP Address and the Netmask.

  • Page 38: Advanced Settings

    SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL Advanced Settings Access the Advanced Settings Menu by first going to the Settings Menu, then long pressing the text “Settings” at the top of the screen. In this menu you have options for calibrating various parts of the machine, including the Joystick, Cameras and Auto Focus.

  • Page 39: Focus Menu

    SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL Jog Menu Access the Jog Menu by pressing the Jog key, which will turn green when active. The Jog Menu allows you to adjust the current X and Y axis positions of the laser head. You may change the current position of the laser head either using the Joystick, or by entering precise coordinates.

  • Page 40: Joystick

    SECTION 6: CONTROL PANEL Joystick The Joystick feature is used in Jog mode and Focus mode. The Joystick is progressive and touch sensitive and provides a continuously variable range of adjustments. It is sensitive to the degree of tilt that is being applied.

  • Page 41: Section 7: System Features

    SECTION 7: SYSTEM FEATURES IRIS™ Camera Positioning System The Fusion Pro includes the IRIS Camera Positioning System which allows you to precisely place your artwork on screen in seconds. The overhead camera(s) provide a live picture of the working area for accurate artwork placement, and a camera at the lens allows the system to find preprinted registration marks.

  • Page 42: Air Assist

    SECTION 7: SYSTEM FEATURES Air Assist The Air Assist feature on the Fusion Pro Laser is used to keep combustible gases away from the cutting surface and to reduce flare-ups of more flammable materials as you cut through it, such as wood and acrylic.
  • Page 43 SECTION 7: SYSTEM FEATURES Note: If you have a Dual Source machine and are running a Dual Source job, you will need to enable the Auto Focus setting on the Dashboard. The table will lower automatically to adjust the focus for the CO2 portion of your job. For more information, see “Focusing a Dual Source Job”...

  • Page 44: Key Switch

    SECTION 7: SYSTEM FEATURES Key Switch The Key Switch feature is used to power the Fusion Pro on and off, and also allows you to lock out any unauthorized users by powering down the machine and removing the key. Red Dot Pointer The Red Dot Pointer is a visible laser beam that runs in the same line as the invisible CO2 laser beam.

  • Page 45: Task Plate/Vacuum Hold-Down Table

    SECTION 7: SYSTEM FEATURES Task Plate/Vacuum Hold-Down Table Task Plate On the Fusion Pro, the task plate is used as the standard engraving table for jobs that do not include vector cutting. The task plate is stainless steel and allows you to use magnets to hold oddly shaped items in place.

  • Page 46: Center Engraving

    SECTION 7: SYSTEM FEATURES Center Engraving The Center Engraving feature allows you to define the center of your artwork as the primary reference point (Home Position) of your engraving or cutting. The Center Engraving feature has been designed to be used in conjunction with the red dot pointer, using the Jog feature on the Fusion Pro Control Panel. Center engraving differs from standard printing, where the upper left corner of the page and the upper left corner of the laser table define your primary reference point.
  • Page 47 SECTION 7: SYSTEM FEATURES Center-Center When using Center-Center, the overall size of your work piece and the upper-left corner reference point are not used. With Center-Center engraving, the important starting points are the size of your artwork and the available space for it on your work piece. With Center-Center you’re interested in positioning the center of your artwork to a specific point on your work piece, no matter where your work piece is on the laser table.
  • Page 48 SECTION 7: SYSTEM FEATURES 6. In the drop-down box next to Centering Point, select Center-Center. Print the job to the laser. 8. Make sure your laser is focused to the work piece. Jog the laser head to your work piece on the table with the red dot pointer turned on, and press “Set”...
  • Page 49 SECTION 7: SYSTEM FEATURES to start the job. 12. After the job is complete, you can re-use the same center point for additional jobs, or set a new center point for any future jobs by jogging the laser and pressing “Set” again. While Center-Center is the most common use for the Center Engraving features, you can also use Center- Left, Center-Top, Center-Bottom, Center-Right or Custom.

  • Page 51: Section 8: Optional Features

    SECTION 8: OPTIONAL FEATURES Vector Cutting Table/Slat Table Vector Cutting Table The optional Vector Cutting Table is primarily used for vector cutting jobs where the laser penetrates all the way through the material being cut. The Vector Cutting Table lifts your work material off of the crumb trays and allows the laser beam to penetrate all the way through the material without reflecting back up onto the backside of your work.

  • Page 52: Fusion Pro Rim-Drive Rotary Attachment

    SECTION 8: OPTIONAL FEATURES Fusion Pro Rim-Drive Rotary Attachment The optional Fusion Pro Rim-Drive Rotary Attachment allows you to mark and engrave on cylindrical objects. Note: Using the IRIS™ Camera to place artwork on the rotary is not suggested. The rotary will be far away from the camera, so the image will become distorted.
  • Page 53 SECTION 8: OPTIONAL FEATURES Rim-Drive Rotary Setup The wheels on the left are the drive wheels which spin the cylinder. The wheels on the right are for support. The right side wheels are mounted on a scissor jack so they can be raised or lowered to level the top surface of your cylinder with the X-beam.
  • Page 54 SECTION 8: OPTIONAL FEATURES Use the scissor jack to raise the right side of the cylinder so that the engraving/cutting surface is horizontal. The photos below show the same flashlight at a severe angle to horizontal. If your cylinder is not horizontal to the X-beam the laser will lose focus as the carriage head moves across the flashlight.

  • Page 55: Removing The Drive Wheel

    SECTION 8: OPTIONAL FEATURES Removing the Drive Wheel The drive wheels are each two-piece assemblies when fully assembled. Removing the front part of the drive wheel enables the user to accommodate a wide variety of mugs with handles. Not all mugs with handles require the front drive wheels to be removed, but for certain types of mugs removing the front wheels adds flexibility to the Rotary Attachment.
  • Page 56 SECTION 8: OPTIONAL FEATURES 3. Place your artwork close to the top edge of the page. When the job starts, the first part of the process is for the cylinder to rotate through any white space that is between the top of your page and the top of your artwork.
  • Page 57 SECTION 8: OPTIONAL FEATURES we’ll need to do a simple calculation that tells us the percentage of stretch or shrinkage we need to perform. You can use either the diameter or the circumference to make the calculation; just don’t mix the two.

  • Page 58: Dual Source Option

    SECTION 8: OPTIONAL FEATURES Dual Source Option Setting Up a Dual Source Job If you are doing a project that requires both CO2 If you have chosen the dual source option on the and fiber laser sources in the same job, you must Fusion Pro, you get the benefit of a CO2 and fiber use the Split by Color (Color Mapping) feature in laser source both in one system.
  • Page 59 SECTION 8: OPTIONAL FEATURES Color Mapping Order of Operation When printing a dual source job with Color Mapping, it’s important to understand the order that the laser will follow for engraving and cutting. In the Processes list, you can move any CO2 or fiber engraving processes into any order you prefer.

  • Page 61: Section 9: Engraving Materials

    SECTION 9: ENGRAVING MATERIALS CO2 Laser Materials/Techniques Your Epilog Laser system is very versatile. It can mark and cut many different materials. Following is information regarding some of the materials the laser will mark and cut. Check the Epilog website periodically for new laser applications, tips and techniques to use with your laser.

  • Page 62: Anodized Aluminum

    SECTION 9: ENGRAVING MATERIALS • Engrave the acrylic at a high speed and low power. A small amount of power is all it takes to mark acrylic and high power levels tend to distort the acrylic when engraving. • There are a large number of acrylic products that are painted on one side to add color. You can engrave directly through the paint into the acrylic for a very nice presentation effect.

  • Page 63: Brass - Painted

    SECTION 9: ENGRAVING MATERIALS Brass - Painted Since the frequency of the CO2 laser is not compatible with bare metals, uncoated brass cannot be laser engraved. For bare-metal marking you will want to use an Epilog FiberMark system. In order to engrave brass with a CO2 laser you need to use brass that has some sort of coating –...
  • Page 64 SECTION 9: ENGRAVING MATERIALS Glass When a laser strikes glass it fractures the surface but it will not engrave deeply or remove material. The fracturing of the glass surface will produce a frosted appearance but can cause roughness and chipping depending on the type of glass being engraved. While the frosted appearance is desired, the roughness and chipping are not.

  • Page 65: Notary Seals: Delrin

    SECTION 9: ENGRAVING MATERIALS Combining Laser Engraving with Sandblasting Combining the best of both processes, you can use your laser to engrave the artwork then use sandblasting to provide a deep etch into glass. Using the laser to create the artwork mask is an ideal process for one-of-a-kind custom pieces as well as large production runs.
  • Page 66 SECTION 9: ENGRAVING MATERIALS Laserable plastics have been developed with a thinner cap sheet that is 0.051 mm to 0.076 mm thick, providing much better engraving and cutting characteristics. These plastics are commonly referred to as micro laminates; micro-surfaced, or simply laser engraveable plastics. These plastics are generally very easy to engrave with a laser since they all have similar characteristics.
  • Page 67 SECTION 9: ENGRAVING MATERIALS • WARNING! Do not engrave PVC (Polyvinyl Chloride). PVC will destroy the optics and mechanics of your Epilog system. Cutting or engraving PVC will void your warranty. The only way to find out if there is PVC in your plastic is to the check the manufacturer’s Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS).
  • Page 68 Wood Vector Cutting Techniques Epilog Laser Systems are ideal for cutting through solid wood material. The thickness of the wood that you can cut varies with the wattage of the laser and the hardness of the wood, but in general you can cut approximately 6.35 mm wood with a 30-watt laser and up to 12.7 mm wood with a 120 watt laser.
  • Page 69 SECTION 9: ENGRAVING MATERIALS Warning: Wood is a combustible material. Never leave your laser unattended while vector cutting any material. Air assist greatly reduces flaming that may occur if too much laser power is applied to the wood piece being cut. Read the full “FIRE WARNING” on page 1 of the manual. Wood Cleaning Techniques When laser engraving or cutting wood, resin in the wood comes to the surface, mixes with the smoke and is deposited as a residue.

  • Page 70: Fiber Laser Materials/Techniques

    SECTION 9: ENGRAVING MATERIALS Fiber Laser Materials/Techniques The fiber laser can etch and mark a wide variety of metals and plastics. Below are a few techniques for creating different marks including annealing, polishing and etching into metals, as well as information on plastic marking with the fiber laser.
  • Page 71 SECTION 9: ENGRAVING MATERIALS Metal Polishing Polishing of metals is accomplished by quickly heating up the metal’s surface, changing its color, resulting in a mirror-like finish. Polishing can be done on just about any metal including, but not limited to, raw alloys, heat-treated metals, plated metals and precious metals.
  • Page 72 SECTION 9: ENGRAVING MATERIALS • Medium to high frequency (50-100%) is helpful for processing plastics as it provides a steadier stream of laser power per pulse. Using a low frequency would result in inconsistent contrast and possibly cause foaming of the surface. •...

  • Page 73: Section 10: System Maintenance

    SECTION 10: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Reduce Fire Risk with a Clean Laser Cleaning the Fusion Pro is an excellent way to prevent fire with the laser. A buildup of cutting and engraving residue and debris is dangerous and can create a fire hazard in its own right. Keep your laser system clean and free of debris.
  • Page 74 SECTION 10: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Once the captive screw comes out you may remove the lens tube. Twist off the cone piece at the bottom of the tube to reveal the lens. To clean the lens, use a high-quality cotton swab moistened with the optics cleaner supplied in the accessory kit.
  • Page 75 SECTION 10: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Allow the optics to dry, then twist the cone piece securely back on to the bottom of the lens tube. When placing the lens tube back into the assembly, make sure that the hole near the bottom of the tube lines up with the air assist hole on the assembly.

  • Page 76: Cleaning The Mirror

    SECTION 10: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Mirror The mirror is located on the back side of the assembly and also has a simple cleaning process. Start by opening the door latched onto the back of the assembly. The door will rotate counterclockwise to open. Next, twist the knob on the right side of the assembly counterclockwise to loosen the mirror, preparing it for removal.
  • Page 77 SECTION 10: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Now remove the mirror from the assembly by sliding it out towards the back of the machine. To clean the mirror, use a high-quality cotton swab moistened with the optics cleaner supplied in the accessory kit. Please read the label on the bottle carefully. After the mirror has been cleaned and is completely dry, place it back into the assembly with the mirror angled down towards the table.

  • Page 78: Replacing The Lens

    SECTION 10: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Replacing the Lens Whether you are replacing an old lens with a new one, or switching from a 2-inch lens to a 4-inch lens, the process is quick and easy. The lens always comes contained within the lens tube, so replacing it is as simple as removing one tube, then placing the new one in and securing it properly.

  • Page 79: Cleaning The Exhaust Plenum

    SECTION 10: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Cleaning the Exhaust Plenum Make sure the exhaust blower you are using receives proper maintenance. Periodically clean the exhaust blower and duct system to remove built-up debris. If you detect odor while engraving, or if the smoke in the cabinet is visible in the area of the lens carriage, inspect the exhaust system.

  • Page 80: Removing The Pedestal From The Fusion Pro

    SECTION 10: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE Removing the Pedestal from the Fusion Pro The Fusion Pro 48 is capable of fitting through a standard 36” door once its pedestal is removed. In some cases, you may need to remove the pedestal from the Fusion Pro in order to place it in a desired location. Note: Please read all of the steps below in full before beginning this task.
  • Page 81 SECTION 10: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 3. Lower the rear wheel casters until the rubber pad contacts the floor and raises the wheel off of the floor. This will be the pivot point when the machine is tilted onto its back.. 4. Open the main door on the machine and remove any table platforms from the machine, such as the Engraving Table, Vector Cutting Grid or Slat Table.
  • Page 82 SECTION 10: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 5. Push the X-Axis Rail to the rear of the machine. 6. Close the door and secure it in its closed position. Remove both the left and right side panels using a 5/32” Allen wrench. - 78 -...
  • Page 83 SECTION 10: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 8. Use a ratcheting strap and more of the internal foam from the crate to provide protection against the door opening. Position the hooks as close to the front corners of the opening for the side covers as possible. Use washcloths or small towels to cushion that area if needed.
  • Page 84 SECTION 10: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 10. With at least 4 people, tilt the machine backwards using the caster rubber feet as a pivot point. Tilt the machine all the way up until it is on its back. 11. Using an Allen key, remove the long screws around the perimeter of the underside of the pedestal. - 80 -...
  • Page 85 SECTION 10: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 12. With two people, lift the pedestal up, then out of the keyhole hanger slots. 13. Move the machine to its final location. 14. Once the Fusion Pro is in its desired location, reinstall the pedestal making sure not to over-tighten the attachment screws.
  • Page 86 SECTION 10: SYSTEM MAINTENANCE 15. Use strips of tape to position the caster wheels so that the wheels are pointing upward, and the rubber feet are positioned down toward the back of the machine. 16. With at least 4 people, tilt the machine forward using the caster rubber feet as a pivot point, until the machine is in its original upright orientation.

  • Page 87: Section 11: Upgrading Firmware

    SECTION 11: UPGRADING FIRMWARE How to Upgrade Your When you download the firmware it comes as a compressed file in the following format: X.X.X.X.zip. The X’s designate the actual version of Firmware the firmware. Once downloaded, unzip the file by right-clicking on the file and selecting “Unzip To”...
  • Page 88 SECTION 11: UPGRADING FIRMWARE 3. Plug the USB drive into the Fusion Pro and it 4. The machine will need to reboot to run in Update Mode. Turn the machine off and then will detect the drive as it powers on. The machine will ask if you would like to update.
  • Page 89 SECTION 11: UPGRADING FIRMWARE Note: Canceling will prompt you to 8. Once the update has completed you will see “Success” on the screen. Click “Ok”. power cycle the machine to reboot into the current firmware version you FusionPro Update v0.1 have loaded on the machine.
  • Page 90 SECTION 11: UPGRADING FIRMWARE Ethernet Transfer 5. Put the .swu file in the upload box and this will initiate the update. FusionPro Update v0.1 With an Ethernet cable you may transfer the firmware update file (.swu) directly from your computer to the machine. Please make sure the Ethernet cable is plugged in completely on both ends.

  • Page 91: Performing A Factory Reset

    SECTION 11: UPGRADING FIRMWARE Performing a Factory Reset The next screen will prompt you to power cycle the machine in order to boot into the new firmware. Turn the machine off and then The Factory Reset option is for resetting your back on again.

  • Page 93: Section 12: Technical Support

    SECTION 12: TECHNICAL SUPPORT Contacting Technical Support The technical support department at Epilog is available to assist with solving problems you may encounter using your Epilog. Please review first the common problems and solutions as noted below, then if you are still in need of assistance you may contact Epilog’s technical support department at the number or website listed below.

  • Page 94: Frequently Asked Questions

    SECTION 12: TECHNICAL SUPPORT Frequently Asked Questions Engraver Will Not Vector Verify that the print driver is set to Vector or Combined mode. 2. Verify that the lines that you want to vector are set to 0.077 mm or less in CorelDraw, or 0.025 mm or less in Adobe Illustrator.
  • Page 95 SECTION 12: TECHNICAL SUPPORT IP Address is not visible in the Settings Menu of the Fusion Pro Make sure that your Ethernet or USB cable is plugged in fully, both at the machine and your computer. How Can I Increase the Life of my Laser System? •...

  • Page 97: Appendix A: Warranty Statement

    APPENDIX A: WARRANTY STATEMENT Warranty Statement for the Fusion Pro Laser Epilog Corporation warrants to the original purchaser of Epilog Fusion Model 16000 that the product will be free from defects in material or workmanship when purchased, and under proper, normal use within two (2) years from the original date of purchase, with the exception of the motors which are warranted for three (3) years from the original date of purchase.

  • Page 99: Appendix B: Material Settings

    APPENDIX B: MATERIAL SETTINGS Fusion Pro Suggested Material Settings (CO2) Material DPI/Freq. 50 watt 60 watt 80 watt 120 watt Acrylic Photo Engraving 300 DPI 100s 50p 100s 45p 100s 40p 100s 30p Text/Clipart Engraving 300 DPI 100s 70p 100s 65p 100s 60p 100s 55p Text/Clipart Engraving...
  • Page 100 APPENDIX B: MATERIAL SETTINGS Fusion Pro Suggested Material Settings (CO2) Material DPI/Freq. 50 watt 60 watt 80 watt 120 watt Marble Photo Engraving 300 DPI 100s 45p 100s 40p 100s 35p 100s 25p Text Engraving 500 DPI 100s 55p 100s 50p 100s 45p 100s 35p Every marble is very different for settings.
  • Page 101 APPENDIX B: MATERIAL SETTINGS • These are only suggestions: Every type of material will react differently with the laser, even from one plastic to the next. Use these settings as your starting point then adjust one variable at a time until you achieve the result you desire.

  • Page 102: Fusion Pro Suggested Material Settings (Fiber)

    APPENDIX B: MATERIAL SETTINGS Fusion Pro Suggested Material Settings (Fiber) Material DPI/Freq. 30 watt 50 watt Aluminum (Anodized) Etching/Marking 600 DPI Speed: 30% Speed: 50% Power: 75% Power: 100% Frequency: 1% Frequency: 1% Focus: 0 Focus: 0 Polishing 600 DPI Speed: 30% Speed: 30% Power: 80-100%...
  • Page 103 APPENDIX B: MATERIAL SETTINGS Fusion Pro Suggested Material Settings (Fiber) Material DPI/Freq. 30 watt 50 watt Etching: Like our C02 counterparts, the slower the speed setting, the deeper the etching. However, many metal applications can be processed at higher speed settings. Again, consider the marking requirements. Annealing: To achieve an annealed mark, the focal point should be significantly away from zero.
  • Page 104 If you have difficulty in finding the correct setting you can send a sample to the Epilog Laser Applications lab. We will determine if the material can be marked and provide appropriate setting for your laser.

  • Page 105: Appendix C: System Calibration

    APPENDIX C: SYSTEM CALIBRATION Camera Calibration 3. Click on “Calibrate Cameras” to enter the Camera Calibration menu Note: Camera calibration on the Fusion Pro is only necessary if recommended by Epilog’s Technical Support. Note: Before beginning, reboot your machine if you have recently run any jobs.
  • Page 106 APPENDIX C: SYSTEM CALIBRATION 5. Follow the prompt and close the top door of Once the job has finished engraving, the the engraver. Once “OK” is pressed the laser camera at the laser head will take pictures will start engraving the calibration pattern. of the engraving to calibrate itself.
  • Page 107 APPENDIX C: SYSTEM CALIBRATION 8. Once the calibration has successfully Place the Calibration Mat flat on the table. finished, a dialog will appear. The The machine will now calibrate the overhead “Reprojection error” will be listed and is used camera(s). The Fusion Pro 32 has 1 overhead to determine the quality of the calibration.
  • Page 108 APPENDIX C: SYSTEM CALIBRATION 11. Once the calibration has successfully 10. This process will take 10-15 minutes on a finished, a dialog will appear. The “rms error” Fusion Pro 32, and 20-25 minutes on a Fusion will be listed and is used to determine the Pro 48.

  • Page 109: Calibrating The Auto Focus

    APPENDIX C: SYSTEM CALIBRATION Calibrating the Auto 4. Press the Settings button, and then long press the “Settings” text until the Advanced Settings menu appears. Focus Run a test job with a piece of anodized aluminum. Set up a small solid square as your artwork and run the job based off of your recommended settings for your machine’s wattage, with the power taken...
  • Page 110 APPENDIX C: SYSTEM CALIBRATION 6. Select “Calibrate AF Plunger” and then press “Start.” Once the calibration is complete, press “Done”. 8. The Auto Focus should now be calibrated properly. - 106 -...

  • Page 111: Machine Settings

    APPENDIX C: SYSTEM CALIBRATION Machine Settings: • Acceleration Match Offset [cnts] ● Number of encoder counts to delay firing laser when accelerating. Used for raster quality adjustments • Deceleration Match Offset [cnts] ● Number of encoder counts to delay firing laser when decelerating. Used for raster quality adjustments •...
  • Page 112 APPENDIX C: SYSTEM CALIBRATION ● Format is as follows: MIN,MAX • Joystick Limit Y ● The MIN and MAX limits for the Y axis of the joystick, in joystick units ● Format is as follows: MIN,MAX • Laser Match [cnts] ●...
  • Page 113 APPENDIX C: SYSTEM CALIBRATION • Table Focus Offset [cnts] ● The distance in table encoder counts from the top crash switch, to the laser focus position • RHS Y Skew [cnts] ● The number of encoder counts to skew the right hand side of the Y axis after homing ●...

  • Page 115: Index

    INDEX Index Center-Top 45 Cermark 96 Certification/Identification Plate 8 Cherry 63 Symbols Cleaning and Maintenance 69–82 Optics 69 3D Engraving 57 CO2 Laser Source 17 10/100 Network Interface Card 16 Color Fill 65 110 Volt 24 Computer Recommendation 16 220 volt 24 Control Panel 29 240 Volt 24 Delete Button 32...
  • Page 116 INDEX Halotron 1 Masking 60, 62, 64 Fire Warning 1, 9, 57, 58, 62 Material Settings 95, 98 Focus 38 Maximum Engraving Area 15 Focus function 30 Max Material Thickness 15 Focusing a Dual Source Job 55 MDF 63, 64 Focus Menu 35 Memory Buffer 15 Metal Etching 66...
  • Page 117 INDEX Connecting the Laser 24 RAM 16 Red Dot Pointer 8, 40 Regulatory Compliance 8–13 Vacuum Hold-Down Table 41, 47 Reset Key 30 Vector Cutting Table Resolution 15 Acrylic 58 Rim-Drive Rotary Attachment Fire Warning 69 Removal 53 Plastics 62 Rotary Attachment Wood 64 Adjusting Your Artwork 52...

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