Epilog Laser Helix User Manual

EPILOG LASER
16371 Table Mountain Parkway
Golden, Colorado 80403
Phone 303-215-9171 - FAX 303-277-9669
www.epiloglaser.com
Procedure Title: Replacing the X-beam belt
Machine Type: Helix
Tools Needed: Philips head screw driver
Needle nose pliers
Intro:
This procedure details steps to replacing the I-beam
belt on the Helix. The X-beam belt controls the side
movement of the laser head.
Procedure:
1. Unplug the power cord from the machine.
2. Remove both side panels.
3. Pull X-beam to the center of the machine.

Epilog Laser Helix Specifications

General

Laser Type	CO2
Resolution	up to 1200 dpi
Cooling System	Air-cooled
Software	Epilog Dashboard
Warranty	2 years
Laser Power	30, 40, 50, 60 watts
Max Material Thickness	8" (203 mm)
Connectivity	USB
Operating System Compatibility	Windows
Operating Modes	Raster, Vector, Combined
Power Supply	50/60Hz
Supported File Formats	AI, EPS, PDF, DXF, BMP, GIF, JPEG, PNG, TIFF
Work Area	24" x 18" (610 x 457 mm)

Summary

Replacing the X-beam Belt Procedure

Initial Setup and Preparation

Unplug the machine, remove side panels, and center the X-beam for access.

Accessing and Slackening the Belt

Remove the X-beam cover and loosen the pulley tensioning system to slacken the belt.

Detaching and Removing the Old Belt

Remove screws from lens assembly plates and pull belt ends free.

Preparing for New Belt Installation

Lift the motor from its bracket after unscrewing captive screws.

Routing and Connecting the New Belt

Connect belt to lens assembly and route it around motor pulleys and spindles.

Securing Motor and Positioning Belt

Re-secure the motor and position the belt correctly relative to cables.

Final Belt Tensioning and Reassembly

Tension the belt, replace the X-beam cover, and reattach the side panels.