Section 10: Engraving Machine Cleaning
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Laser Tube
The laser tube used in your system does have a maximum service life, and there is
very little maintenance that is required. At some point in the life of the laser you will
need to replace it for gas recharge, electrical repair or mechanical repair. Replacing
laser tubes is common practice and Epilog has made the process of changing tubes
extremely easy for users to perform with a minimum amount of effort. The laser
tubes can be refurbished and are available on an exchange basis by contacting Epilog
technical support.
Insure that all of the laser cooling fans are properly working at all times. The fans
keep the laser tube cool and prevent it from overheating. An overheated laser tube
will produce erratic output and may fail completely.
If the laser system is in a dirty or dusty environment, make sure that the cooling fins
on the laser tube are kept free of dust buildup. Use compressed air to blow the dust
and debris off of the laser tube fins. Be sure that the system is unplugged before
performing any maintenance on the machine!
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