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  • Page 1 Version : 2.0 Maintenance Manual C 180 I &II...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Version : 2.0 Contents : Chapter 1：Overview ......................3 1.1 Introduction ....................... 3 1.2 Safety ......................... 3 Chapter 2：Mechanical System ..................... 7 1-1. Overall for C180 I ...................... 7 1-2. Overall for C180 II ..................... 9 2-1. Top Cover for C180 I ....................11 2-2.
  • Page 3 Version : 2.0 7.3 When turns on machine, control panel shows “X motor malfunction” (see picture below) and machine cannot finish initialization........... 121 7.4 When machine is doing an engraving job, but there are some extra vertical lines on the both sides of engraving job. See the picture below (the 4 red circles are the extra lines).

  • Page 4: Chapter 1：Overview

    Version : 2.0 Chapter 1：Overview 1.1 Introduction This manual is prepared for distributors to maintain or repair C180/C180II. Briefly,  Chapter 1 is the introduction of contents, safety and operating enviroment  Chapter 2, we have diagrams to show the part number for every part in different sections.
  • Page 5 Version : 2.0 1.2.2 Product Label This label is located at the right-back side of machine. All the product information such as Serial Number, Model Numbers, Laser Power and Electric power can be found here. Before requiring any tech support, always provide service person the information on this label.
  • Page 6 Version : 2.0 NOTE SmartGUARD™ is an optional fire detection alarm system developed by GCC. Contact your local GCC authorized distributor for more details for having this safety option installed onto your system. Enable the SmartAIR™ nozzle when engraving or cutting materials that may ...
  • Page 7 Version : 2.0 1.2.4 Operating Environment Please follow the guidelines when considering a suitable location to set the LaserPro C180II. Improper work environments may lead to operational malfunction and/or unsafe working conditions. The LaserPro C180II should be placed and operated in a standard office-type environment.

  • Page 8: Chapter 2：Mechanical System

    Version : 2.0 Chapter 2：Mechanical System 1-1. Overall for C180 I...
  • Page 9 Version : 2.0 Overall - Parts List Part No. Description 20200167G Main unit Assembly - C180 29005132G Top Cover asm. - C180 29004635G Right Y-axis Assembly - C180 29004643G Left Y-axis Assembly - C180 29004640G X-axis Assembly - C180 29004642G Y Transmit Shaft Assembly - C180 29004628G C180Y-AXIS SET...

  • Page 10: Overall For C180 Ii

    Version : 2.0 1-2. Overall for C180 II...
  • Page 11 Version : 2.0 Part No. Description 202003180G main unit Assembly 24402246G 2" Wind pipe base 290081230G C180II mainboard with C180II firmware (5206E) 290093780G C180II 5272 Mainboard with driver board C180II 5272V2 Mainboard + driver board assembly 290106250G From S/N R98001 290076270G Z-axis Assembly 29004628G...

  • Page 12: Top Cover For C180 I

    Version : 2.0 2-1. Top Cover for C180 I Top Cover – Parts List Part No. Description 22000045G Magnet MC-12 24402686G Door upper - C180 24402687G Frame window - C180 22802382G Window - C180 22802304G SHAFT 1 - C180 23300887G cylinder - C180 22802381G Shaft 3 - C180...

  • Page 13: Top Cover For C180 Ii

    Version : 2.0 2-2. Top Cover for C180 II...
  • Page 14 Version : 2.0 Top Cover – Parts List Part No. Description 290076160G Top Cover asm. 244045640G Door upper bracket 244045610G Door upper 23301090G cylinder (14.5kg) 228032130G Window 24402687G Frame window 25700015G Magnetic Switch 22802381G Shaft 3 22802304G SHAFT 1 23300928G Spacer (WS1276420B) 244045990G air intake guides 23300956G...

  • Page 15: X-Axis Assembly For C180 I

    Version : 2.0 3-1. X-axis assembly for C180 I X-axis assembly – Parts List Part No. Description 29005135G Tension idle pulley asm. - C180 22802044G belt tuning bracket - C180 22801994G X Bearing track - C180 29004654G Lens Carriage Assembly - C180 23100048G Hansen (X16-32624-8)500CPR Motor - C180 29004655G A Wheel Assembly - C180 24402790G Prevention Cover - C180...

  • Page 16: X-Axis Assembly For C180 Ii

    Version : 2.0 3-2. X-axis assembly for C180 II...
  • Page 17 Version : 2.0 X-Axis Assembly - Parts List Part No. Description 290076240G X-axis Assembly 228034800G x axis slideway 244046010G X axis Tube Chain Holder 24400997G Stopper board 206001920G X axis belt(2GT-1296-10) 228034810G Tension pulley shaft 290076280G Tension idle pulley asm. 228034780G X axis transmission wheel set 20700037G...

  • Page 18: Y-Axis Assembly For C180 I

    Version : 2.0 4-1. Y-axis assembly for C180 I Y-axis Assembly – Parts List...
  • Page 19 Version : 2.0 No. Part No. Description 24402267G Y axis position block - C180 22801995G Y Bearing track - C180 22802057G Right base board - C180 29005358G Y axis Wheel Assembly - C180 29004638G Fixed Wheel Assembly - C180 29005214G Y axis detector - C180 24402265G belt tuning bracket - C180 29005135G Tension idle pulley asm.

  • Page 20: Y-Axis Assembly For C180 Ii

    Version : 2.0 4-2. Y-axis assembly for C180 II...
  • Page 21 Version : 2.0 Y-axis Assembly – Parts List Part No. Description 206001930G Y axis belt( 2GT-902-10) 20700038G Description 20700052G Bearing (698ZZ) 21700009G Description 22000094G Hex Screw M3*6 22800917G Description 22800928G Tension pulley shaft 22800951G Description 22800952G 4*11 small roller screw 22801859G Description 22802060G...

  • Page 22: Lens Carriage For C180 I

    Version : 2.0 5-1. Lens carriage for C180 I Lens Carriage – Parts List Part No. Description 29002547G Auto focus pin Assembly. 29002546G Auto focus seat Assembly. 22800955G carriage airflow valve-Spirit 22802084G Lens carriage front shingle - C180 22802117G air nozzle - C180 29004737G 2.0"...

  • Page 23: Lens Carriage For C180 Ii

    Version : 2.0 5-2. Lens carriage for C180 II...
  • Page 24 Version : 2.0 Lens Carrage – Parts List Part No. Description 22802972G Lens carriage base 22801996G Lens carriage Assembly-V2 29004278G Wheel spring Assembly(J) 22800951G 4*4.5 interval pillar 22801859G 4*9 unilateral Wheel(J) 20700038G Bearing 684ZZ. 22800952G 4*11 small roller screw 22800917G belt retainer 22802117G air nozzle...

  • Page 25: Z-Platform For C180 I

    Version : 2.0 6-1. Z-platform for C180 I Z-platform – Parts List Part No. Description 22801998G Bearing seat - C180 20700034G Bearing 628ZZ 29002551G Z-axis pulley Assembly. 22802008G Z axis screw thread - C180 24402201G Working table Bracket - C180 22801997G Z-Axis Table Screw - C180 22800922G...

  • Page 26: Z-Platform For C180 Ii

    Version : 2.0 6-2. Z-platform for C180 II...
  • Page 27 Version : 2.0 Z-platform – Parts List Part No. Description 20700034G Bearing 628ZZ 22800922G Z axis top stopper 22801997G Z-Axis Table Screw 22801998G Bearing seat 22802007G Z axis Platform 22802008G Z axis screw thread 22802022G X Ruler 22802023G Y Ruler 22802085G Engraving Table s Hold Plug 22802299G...

  • Page 28: Control Panel For C180 I

    Version : 2.0 7-1. Control Panel for C180 I Control Panel – Parts List Part No. Description 23400025G C180 Control Panel - C180 25700015G Magnic Switch 24402566G COVER TOP-RIGHT - C180 290068470G Control panel assembly (C180) 24402625G CP COVER - C180 7-2.
  • Page 29 Version : 2.0 Control Panel – Parts List Part No. Description 244045660G COVER TOP-RIGHT 290068430G Control Panel Without Remote Function Set 24402625G CP COVER 25700015G Magnetic Switch 23400020G Control panel sticker. 24400991G plank hinge 244045620G translation board 26500210G Rubber Foot TNF-1 25700095G Emergency Switch (TN3BKR-2B)

  • Page 30: Chapter 3 Electrical System

    Version : 2.0 Chapter 3 Electrical System 3.1 Diagram for C180 (5206e M/B)  20901485G C180 lever switch cable lev er switch 25700002G 20901621G Front Door switch cable FOR C180 Door sw CASE 20900054G 23100017G STEP motor Ground wire of AC outlet 20901707G cable for rotary Rotary motor...
  • Page 31 Version : 2.0  20901485G C180 lever switch cable 25700002G lev er switch 20901621G Front Door switch cable FOR C180 Door sw CASE 20900054G 23100017G ST EP motor Ground wire of AC outlet 20901707G cable for rotary Rotary motor 20901345G 21800012G USB CABLE BY B TYBE MOLEX 5Pin 2.54mm EMI FILTER TSC YB10A1...
  • Page 32 Version : 2.0  20901485G C180 lever switch cable lev er switch 25700002G 20901621G Front Door switch cable FOR C180 Door sw CASE 20900054G 23100017G STEP motor Ground wire o f AC outlet 20901707G cable for rotary Rotary motor 20901345G 21800012G USB CABLE BY B TYBE MOLEX 5Pin 2 .54 mm EMI FILTER TSC YB10 A1...

  • Page 33: Diagram For C180 Ii (5272 V3 M/B)

    Version : 2.0 3.2 Diagram for C180 II (5272 V3 M/B) ...
  • Page 34 Version : 2.0 ...
  • Page 35 Version : 2.0  40W...

  • Page 36: Chapter 4 - Laser System

    Version : 2.0 Chapter 4 - Laser System 4.1 Type of Laser Tube There are two types of laser sources used with C180/C180II, namely Coherent and Synrad. 4.2 How to measure the power output of a laser tube? In order to measure the power output of a laser tube, we need to use a power meter (237000780G) that will measure the heat generated and convert it to a power reading.

  • Page 37: How Does The Laser Beam Travel To The Working Area

    Version : 2.0 4.3 How does the laser beam travel to the working area ? The laser beam generated by the laser source is reflected and guided by 4 optical lenses on to the working area. Therefore the proper adjustment and maintenance of them are crucial.
  • Page 38 Version : 2.0 Step 2: Place a piece of masking tape over the tube opening that leads to Mirror 2. Fire the laser and let laser beam pass though dust prevention lens and see if it leaves a burnt mark in the center of the hole. Also check that the burnt mark left by the laser beam is circular in shape.
  • Page 39 Version : 2.0 Step 3: Place a masking tape on the opening before Mirror 3. Move the rail along the Y-axis so that Mirror 3 is close to Mirror 2 (or dust prevention lens). Fire the laser and see if the laser beam goes through the center of the circle. Then move the rail so that Mirror 3 is to the far end of Mirror 2.
  • Page 40 Version : 2.0 If the laser beam passes through the center of the nozzle opening at all 4 corners, then the laser beam should have been aligned properly. Cut four 20x20 mm squares at the four corners of the working area to double check that the edges of the square are not slanted...

  • Page 41: Chapter 5 - Software

    Version : 2.0 Chapter 5 - Software 5.1 How to upgrade firmware GCC machines require a firmware uploader program to upload the firmware of machine through USB/Parallel port. 5.1.1 The Firmware Uploader can be downloaded from GCC Distributor Club website : http://gccf.gcc.com.tw/distributor/login.aspx...
  • Page 42 Version : 2.0 5.1.2. Firmware can be downloaded from GCC Distributor Club http://gccf.gcc.com.tw/distributor/login.aspx 5.1.3. Check the version of firmware installed on the machine and the mainboard type first. a. Press F4 to enter “Func” page...
  • Page 43 Version : 2.0 b. Select “Information” c. Press “Down” arrow key to enter the information page, the firmware version and mainboard type will show.
  • Page 44 Version : 2.0 5.1.4 For older machines: For machines with 5272V1 mainboard equipped which have older firmware installed(*1) , and all machines with 5206E mainboard equipped, please follow below step 1 ~ step 5 to finish the firmware upgrade. *1 Refer to this firmware version dividing line chart to judge if the firmware in your machine is an older version.
  • Page 45 Version : 2.0 Step 2. Connect the USB / LPT cable between PC and Laser machine then run firmware uploader Step 3. Pull down the dropdown list of “Select a port”, select “Common USB-XXXX” Step 4. Press the button “Browse” and select the firmware file you want to upload.
  • Page 46 Version : 2.0 Press “Open” to select the firmware file Firmware file is selected. Step 5. Press the “Start” button, the upgrading process will start, wait until the process is done, the machine will reboot automatically.
  • Page 47 Version : 2.0 5.1.5 For new version machines (only USB is supported) For machines with 5272V1 mainboard equipped which have new firmware installed (refer to the dividing line chart at 6.1.4) , and machines with 5272V2、5272V3 mainboard equipped, please follow below step 1 ~ step 5 to finish the firmware upgrade.
  • Page 48 Version : 2.0 Step 3. Pull down the dropdown list of “Select a port”, select “Common USB-XXXX” Step 4. Press the button “Browse” and select the firmware file you want to upload.
  • Page 49 Version : 2.0 Press “Open” to select the firmware file Firmware file is selected. Step 5. Press the “Start” button, the upgrading process will start, wait until the process is done, the machine will reboot automatically.

  • Page 50: Chapter 6 Components Replacement

    Version : 2.0 Chapter 6 Components Replacement 6.1 Changing the X motor 1. Dismount two screw on the bottom of side panel (see red arrows below) 2. Dismount two screws of right-front cover(M3 *2)
  • Page 51 Version : 2.0 3. Dismount 4 screws of back cover(M3 *4 4. Dismount right window cylinder...
  • Page 52 Version : 2.0 5. Dismount 4 screws of right top cover (where the control panel locates)
  • Page 53 Version : 2.0 6. Hanging the right top cover to the right side. 7. Dismount 4 screws of x motor cover(M3 *4)

  • Page 54: Changing The X Rollers

    Version : 2.0 Dismount 4 screws of x motor(M4 *4) 6.2 Changing the X rollers The estimated life of a set of rollers is about 500 working hours. To change rollers, simply remove the hex bolts using a size 3 Allen key as shown below.

  • Page 55: Changing The Y Rollers

    Version : 2.0 6.3 Changing the Y rollers. Remove the following screws to completely remove the Y rollers. Unscrew the following screws to remove the side rollers.

  • Page 56: Changing The Y Motor & Y Motor Belt

    Version : 2.0 6.4 Changing the Y motor & Y motor belt 1. Dismount two screw on the bottom of side panel (see red arrows below) 2. Dismount two screws of right-front cover(M3 *2)
  • Page 57 Version : 2.0 3. Dismount 4 screws of back cover(M3 *4 4. Dismount right window cylinder...
  • Page 58 Version : 2.0 5. Dismount 4 screws of right top cover (where the control panel locates)
  • Page 59 Version : 2.0 6. Hanging the right top cover to the right side. 7. Remove left side cover: first remove the two screws on the bottom (red circles)
  • Page 60 Version : 2.0 8. Then remove the left two screws 9. Remove left-front two screws...
  • Page 61 Version : 2.0 10. Then remove the back panel. There are three screws on front 11. for back panel. There are three screws on top (from back side)
  • Page 62 Version : 2.0 12. Then remove the working table. First remove two left screws 13. Then remove two right screws...
  • Page 63 Version : 2.0 14. Then remove the bottom tray. First remove four screws 15. Then remove the dust pipe by removing screw...
  • Page 64 Version : 2.0 16. Then remove the ground cable screws. The bottom tray can be removed now. 17. To remove the y axis synchronizer bar (the red arrows pointed) need to remove the screws of synchronizer bar holders and they are at the bottom (the yellow arrow pointed).
  • Page 65 Version : 2.0 18. The dust guide pipe screws are two more screws on bottom (red circles). It is not easy to take photo for both screws together. 19. The screws of synchronizer bar holders (below picture only show four screws. They are 10 screws in total)
  • Page 66 Version : 2.0 20, To move up the y axis synchronizer bar, the y axis belt need to be remove or loosen. To remove the left y axis belt will be easier by loosen the two screws of belt retainer (the red circle). 21.

  • Page 67: Changing Power Supply

    Version : 2.0 22. The y motor belt can move cross the synchronizer bar and holders. The y motor belt can be removed or changed new one. 6.5 Changing power supply. 1. Dismount four screws on the top back panel (see red arrows below)
  • Page 68 Version : 2.0 2. Loosen the screws and remove the two power supply AC side cable (red arrow) 3. Remove the DC side 3 cables (see red screws)

  • Page 69: Changing Main Board (5206E)

    Version : 2.0 6.6 Changing main board (5206e) 1. Dismount two screws on the bottom of side panel (see red arrows below) 2. Dismount 7 screws (see red arrows below) and remove all cables connecting to main board and can change new main board.

  • Page 70: Changing Control Panel

    Version : 2.0 6.7 Changing control panel 1. Dismount two screw on the bottom of side panel (see red arrows below) 2. Dismount two screws of right-front cover(M3 *2)
  • Page 71 Version : 2.0 3. Dismount 4 screws of back cover(M3 *4 4. Dismount right window cylinder...
  • Page 72 Version : 2.0 5. Dismount 4 screws of right top cover (where the control panel locates)
  • Page 73 Version : 2.0 6. Hanging the right top cover to the right side. 7. Dismount 5 screws for cover of control panel and ground cable screw...
  • Page 74 Version : 2.0 8. After control panel cover is removed, there are 4 screws needs to be removed and the four cables (in the red circle). Then the control panel can be removed and changed new one.

  • Page 75: Changing Laser Tube & Cooling Fans

    Version : 2.0 6.8 Changing laser tube & cooling fans 1. Dismount the screws of back covers (back top and back bottom cover) 2. Remove left side cover: first remove the two screws on the bottom (red circles)
  • Page 76 Version : 2.0 2. Then loosen screw and remove for the second mirror dust cover 3. There are two screws for dust prevention pipe. The top screw(red arrow) can be reached easily, but the bottom screw (blue arrow) will be blocked by mirror 2 bracket...
  • Page 77 Version : 2.0 4. The mirror 2 bracket has two screws. Loosen one screw and remove one screw can let mirror 2 bracket rotate some angle and let the Allen key reach the bottom screw of mirror 2 bracket (the blue arrow) 6.
  • Page 78 Version : 2.0 7. Remove the laser tube signal cable (red circle) and two screws of laser tube bracket (on left side). 8. Remove the two screws of laser tube bracket on right side (see red arrows)
  • Page 79 Version : 2.0 9. Loosen the two screws (red arrows) and remove the laser tube power cable. 10. When replace new laser tube and send back laser tube for repair, the front bracket need to be removed (remove four screws that red arrows pointed) and do not send back this bracket.
  • Page 80 Version : 2.0 11. Remove the three screws (red arrows) from laser tube bottom bracket. Then the laser tube changing process is finished 12. For changing bottom cooling fans, the laser tube need to be removed first and then the screws driver can reach the fan screws...
  • Page 81 Version : 2.0 13. When four screws of cooling fans are removed, the cooling fan cable also needs to be disconnected (see red circle). 14. For changing top cooling fans, there are 6 screws need to be removed. See red arrows on below two pictures.
  • Page 82 Version : 2.0 15. Then remove the 4 screws of that defective fan and then also remove the cable of those defective fans.

  • Page 83: Fire Alarm Installation Process

    Version : 2.0 6.9 Fire alarm installation process Remove back-top cover by removing four screws (see red circles below). Remove shield cover by removing 6 screws. 3 screws on top and 3 screws inside (see below red circles).
  • Page 84 Version : 2.0 Fire Alarm (or called Smart Guard) is mounted on the four screws(see red circles below). After mounted, it looks like picture below.
  • Page 85 Version : 2.0 For signal cable, it can pass through hole A (old version C180 only has A hole) or hole B(new version C180 has this hole). Put the signal cable on y axis board (See the red circle). Mount all the screws of shield cover and back-top cover.

  • Page 86: 5206E M/B Upgrade To 5272 M/B Upgrade Kit Instruction (Model : C180Ii)

    Version : 2.0 6.10 5206E M/B upgrade to 5272 M/B upgrade kit instruction (Model : C180II) Please check if all the parts of the upgrade kit are included Description Quantity 245000990G Power supply 244049450G Power adapter plate 290082830G Control Panel set 22000013G Cable tie 25200010G...
  • Page 87 Version : 2.0 For the upgrading, we need a cross head screwdriver and a diagonal cutting plier.

  • Page 88: Replace The Power Supply

    Version : 2.0 A. Replace the power supply 1. Loosen two screws next to the 4” air pipe hole on the back of machine. (refer to below pictures), so that the wind box can be lifted up. 2. Lift the wind box.
  • Page 89 Version : 2.0 3. Refer to below picture to loosen the four screws on the back of machine, then the back cover can be removed. 4. After the back cover is removed, you can reach the power board assembly (red squared) on the left.
  • Page 90 Version : 2.0 5. Unplug the 2-pin black-red twisted cable from the PCB 6. Refer to below picture and unplug all cables on the 12V transfer board.
  • Page 91 Version : 2.0 7. Refer to below picture to loosen the two screws which fix the power board plate, then you can remove the entire power board and it’s plate so that you can reach bottom board, see next picture.
  • Page 92 Version : 2.0 8. Refer to below picture to unplug the 4-pin cable connected to the down-right corner of the board. 9. Then, loosen the four screws which fix this power board, then we can remove the board, we will replace this board with new power supply.
  • Page 93 Version : 2.0 10. The board is removed. 11. Unpack the power supply, we first have to assemble the power supply and it’s mounting plate.
  • Page 94 Version : 2.0 12. The power supply and the mounting plate are fixed by two truss head screws, refer to below picture to realize the corresponding screw holes. (Just put the plate on the power supply according to the direction below picture shows then fasten the screws)
  • Page 95 Version : 2.0 13. Remove the transparent plastic cover which protects the distribution panel.
  • Page 96 Version : 2.0 14. Install the new power supply to the position where original power board is installed by four truss head screws. (refer to below pictures, fix the screws to where the arrows indicate)
  • Page 97 Version : 2.0 15. Separate the 3-way cable which have number marked from node number 1, we just need the left part cable in the picture.  16. Connect the 3 way cable in step 15 and the 2-pin yellow/black cable included in the upgrade kit to the distribution panel of the new power supply according to below picture.
  • Page 98 Version : 2.0 17. The other end of the cables we installed on step 16 please go through the cable hole located next to the to the machine distribution panel to the laser tube room. (refer to below pictures, the red arrow indicates the hole)
  • Page 99 Version : 2.0 18. Loosen two truss head screws on the back bottom cover show in below picture then we can remove the cover to reach to the laser tube room. 19. In laser tube room, next to the laser tube, you can find a cable set which have number marked, disconnect the node number 1 and replace by the other end of the cable in step 16.
  • Page 100 Version : 2.0 20. Restore the power board plate in step 7, plug back the two cable set according to below picture.(the red arrow indicates)
  • Page 101 Version : 2.0 21. Restore all the 2-pin cables to 12V converter board (each cable can plug into any slot on the converter board, they are all the same except the bottom one with red circle, it needs to be plug into its specific slot) 22.

  • Page 102: Replace The Mainboard

    Version : 2.0 B. Replace the Mainboard. 1. Loosen the two screws on the bottom of right side cover to remove the side cover, then you can reach mainboard room. 2. Use the diagonal cutting spiller to cut off the cable ties indicated in below picture.
  • Page 103 Version : 2.0 3. Unplug all the cables connect to mainboard and loosen the six screws indicated by the red arrow in below picture. 4. Notice that the printer port will no longer be supported on 5272 M/B, the printer port cable can be just ignored.
  • Page 104 Version : 2.0 5. Install the green driver board and connect all the cables except the 6-pin USB cable (there are six screws, the hole location is the same as old mainboard. 6. Plug the red 5272 mainboard into the four 40pin slots on the driver board...
  • Page 105 Version : 2.0 7. Connect the USB cable and the yellow/black cable.
  • Page 106 Version : 2.0 C. Replace the Control panel. 1. Open Top cover of C180II, you can find a truss head screw, loosen it.
  • Page 107 Version : 2.0 2. Pull down the right front cover. 3. Loosen the two screws inside.
  • Page 108 Version : 2.0 4. Pull down the top right side cover, you can see the Control panel assembly. 5. Loosen the four screws on the protection cover. (no need to remove the one with ground cable connected)
  • Page 109 Version : 2.0 6. Remove all the cables connected to control panel, and loosen the four screws which fix the control panel body then replace the new control panel, remember to restore all the cables, the layout is entirely the same as old one.

  • Page 110: Chapter 7 - Trouble Shooting & Diagnostic

    Version : 2.0 Chapter 7 - Trouble Shooting & Diagnostic 7.1 Firmware Error Message Message Laser Tube Error Laser tube is overheat press any key to stop Cause V30 laser tube responses the over-temp signal for a period of time, and firmware recognizes the laser tube is over temperature.
  • Page 111 Version : 2.0 Limit switch malfunction Solution 1. UP/Down platform to avoid the limit level Remove the objects which touch the limit switch Replace the limit switch Message PCL Command Error Command: Address: Please press any key to stop cause PCL command of printing file is not defined.
  • Page 112 Version : 2.0 Message X motor malfunction For service please contact your local distributor Cause X motor is abnormal Solution Verification: Check if the cable connections of X motor are correct Check if there were any abnormal sounds from X motor Solution: Re-install the motor cable.
  • Page 113 Version : 2.0 Message CCD Offset Error Please change your media or confirm focus distance Cause The pattern is too close to the boundary and the carriage goes out of the boundary after the recognition is finished. Solution Move the pattern to the center of the table Message WARNING!The CCD unitis not detected.
  • Page 114 Version : 2.0 Message Object is out of bound. Please place object within the valid working area. Cause The pattern is too close to the boundary Solution Place the pattern to the proper position Message Auto Focus disabled Please use the and keys to move the working table Cause Auto focus function is disable，please up/down the table manually...

  • Page 115: Hidden Diagnostics

    Version : 2.0 Message USB drive error. GCCcertified USB drive models w/FAT 16/32 format is required Cause Format is not FAT16 or FAT32 Solution Confirm the format of USB storage. 7.2 Hidden Diagnostics 7.2.1. Hidden Function To enter the Hidden Function , hold down the ▽ button and turn on the machine. 7.2.2 Setting Origin Pressing and holding “Enter”...

  • Page 116: Burn In Test

    Version : 2.0 7.2.3 Burn In Test Pressing and holding “Start/Stop” key and turn on machine; after the machine is boot, a file with name “Burn_In_Test” will be generated and output automatically, this file will permanently run unless user stop it . 7.2.4 Hardware Test To enter the Hardware Test , hold down the 「Auto Focus」...
  • Page 117 Version : 2.0 Contents of Hardware Test (Pressing 「Enter」 to start test): FPGA Test X Motor Test FPGA test checks if FPGA chipset is working X motor test checks that the X motor is correctly, test will be started by pressing the functional by asking user to use the keys “Enter”...
  • Page 118 Version : 2.0 Rotary Motor Test Hard Stop Test Hard Stop test checks that the X and Y Rotary Motor Test checks if the motor of the sensors are functional by asking the user to optional Rotary attachment is functional. manually move the pen carriage towards Press Up or Down arrow key and see if the the X and Y sensor flags...
  • Page 119 Version : 2.0 AutoFocus Test Door Switch Test Door Switch Test checks if the door switches are AutoFocus Test checks if the AutoFocus Pin all functional.The system buzzer will beep and probe is functional. the yellow door led on control panel will turn to on once any door of the machine (includes top The system buzzer will beep once user cover、front door、back door) is opened if it’s...
  • Page 120 Version : 2.0 AFocus Sensor Test Laser Test AFocus Sensor Test checks if the sensor of Laser test allow you to fire the laser tube at a AutoFocus pin is functional, the sensor will detect if selected laser power. (This is also the utility the AutoFocus pin is well installed on the AF seat.
  • Page 121 Version : 2.0 LCM Key Test LCM Interface Test LCM Interface test will display a series LCM Key test will test the functionality of the of different shapes on the LCM to allow user keys on the keypad to detect any malfunction on the display unit. DRAM Test DRAM test checks the functionality of the DRAM.

  • Page 122: When Turns On Machine, Control Panel Shows "X Motor Malfunction" (See Picture Below) And Machine Cannot Finish Initialization

    Version : 2.0 7.3 When turns on machine, control panel shows “X motor malfunction” (see picture below) and machine cannot finish initialization. Diagnostic process: Every GCC laser x/y table machine will have initialization process when machine turns on. Machine will first rotate x motor and let the lens carriage move to right side and touch the x axis sensor on x motor pcb.

  • Page 123: When Machine Is Doing An Engraving Job, But There Are Some Extra Vertical

    Version : 2.0 7.4 When machine is doing an engraving job, but there are some extra vertical lines on the both sides of engraving job. See the picture below (the 4 red circles are the extra lines). Diagnostic process: Every GCC laser x/y table machine will have 4 factors to control machine. These factors are: Mechanical, Electronic, Software and Optical.
  • Page 124 Version : 2.0 When machine is entered to hidden function, the control panel will show below and then choose the second function “Laser Tube Model” and then press Enter key. The default Frequency is 5Khz, if the 5Khz still has extra lines, it can change to be 4Khz or 3Khz.

  • Page 125: Charper 8 Basic Maintenance

    Version : 2.0 Charper 8 Basic Maintenance 8.1 Suggested Cleaning and Maintenance Supplies Cleaning / Maintenance Tool Special notes Soap Solution or All-Purpose Cleaner Paper Towels Cotton Cloth Denatured Alcohol DO NOT use alcohol on any painted surface, plastic, or the laser system. Acetone ONLY to be used on the work table Vacuum Cleaner with a Flexible Nozzle Only to be used in and around the work...

  • Page 126: Maintaining The Worktable And Motion System

    Version : 2.0 8.2 Maintaining the Worktable and Motion System 8.2.1 Cleaning the Worktable and Motion System Clean the working table and the motion system on weekly basis through the following steps:  Turn the power off and unplug the C180II before cleaning. ...

  • Page 127: Cleaning The Optics System

    Version : 2.0 8.3 Cleaning the Optics System 8.3.1 Removing the Mirrors We recommend you check the mirrors once or twice a week to see if they require cleaning. If any debris or smoke residue is present, use the following steps to clean them. NOTE •...
  • Page 128 Version : 2.0 Unscrew and remove the black dust cover covering mirror 2. Unscrew the thumbscrew holding mirror 2 in place. Clean the lens in the proper manner. Re-install mirror 2 after cleaning. Tighten the thumbscrew. Replace and secure the dust cover.
  • Page 129 Version : 2.0 Mirror 3, 4 These mirrors are accessible on the worktable area of the LaserPro C180II. Mirror3 Mirror 3 Unscrew the thumbscrew holding mirror 3 in place. Clean the lens in the proper manner. Re-install mirror 3 after cleaning. Tighten the thumbscrew.

  • Page 130: Cleaning The Mirrors

    Version : 2.0 Clean the lens in the proper manner. Re-install mirror 4 after cleaning. Tighten the top thumbscrew. Reinstall the laser carriage panel and tighten the three thumbscrews. 8.3.2 Cleaning the Mirrors After you have removed each mirror, you will want to inspect each mirror for scratches, smoke residue, or debris.

  • Page 131: Removing And Cleaning The Focal Lens

    Version : 2.0 8.3.3 Removing and Cleaning the Focal Lens Unscrew the three thumbscrews (front face of the laser head) securing the laser carriage panel and remove the laser carriage panel to reveal the focal lens. Carefully pull out the focal lens (as indicated in the picture below). Clean the focal lens with a cotton swab and lens cleaner solution.

  • Page 132: Chapter 9 Faq

    Version : 2.0 Chapter 9 FAQ 9.1 For laser machines, what factors affect cutting throughput? Explain: many factors will affect cutting throughput. See “Laser Processing Variables” image below. For laser machine users, the major factor that user can control is focusing distance. The correct focusing point will have highest power density.
  • Page 133 Version : 2.0 From the following picture, right focusing position will provide the maximum power density for laser cutting. About different thicknesses of materials, it needs to take different focusing positions for cutting. In general, focusing position is right on the surface for the thin materials. However, in order to get the better cutting quality for thick materials, adjusting the focusing position to 1/3~1/2 of thickness of the material below the surface makes the material cover with high power density range during cutting processing and it makes the...
  • Page 134 Version : 2.0 For the relationship of cutting throughput and the power density, there is a lot of information we can find from Internet. One of the good examples is the “Laser-Material Interaction” image below:...

  • Page 135: When Cutting Thick Material (10Mm Acrylic For Example), Why The Cutting Edge Is134

    Version : 2.0 9.2 When cutting thick material (10mm acrylic for example), why the cutting edge is slant? Explain: The problem is that the laser beam path does not pass through the center of focus lens. It’s conventional to see some slant in the thick material cutting because of the mechanical accuracy and the lens focuses in then out.

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