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Gravotech Laser Workstation LW2 Touch - User Manual

Gravotech Laser Workstation LW2 Touch
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M_LW2 Touch_EN_B - Last updated: 03/2020 - Translation of the French original document
OPERATING AND MAINTENANCE MANUAL
Laser Workstation
LW2 Touch
MARKING LASER

Table of Contents

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Summary

A. Foreword

1. Appreciation

Expresses gratitude for choosing Gravotech LW2 Touch and welcomes the user to the engraving solutions.

2. Information

Emphasizes reading the manual for security and productivity, covering installation and use of the equipment.

E. Introduction

1. Presentation

The LW2 Touch is a station allowing the attachment of a marking head. It is equipped with a motorized Z-axis mounted to a table.

2. Instructions for use and warranty limitations

The LW2 Touch machine is covered by a general 24-month warranty under normal conditions of use and maintenance.

3. Identification of the marking equipment

Identifies the marking equipment via a rear plate and advises having model/serial numbers ready for Gravotech support.

Description of symbols used (ID plate)

Explains symbols on the ID plate: alternating current, fuse, CE logo, and WEEE disposal instructions.

4. Work station safety

General safety rules for operating the machine, including turning off before maintenance, avoiding unplugging cables, and protecting from dust.

F. Unpacking

1. Packaging

Details the components included in the packaging of the LW2 Touch machine, including protective foam, wedges, box, and pallet.

G. Laser safety

1. Recommendations and safety regarding laser devices

Safety precautions for laser devices, covering personnel safety, machine classification, and installer responsibilities.

2. Labels

Describes warranty labels and glass protection index information for the laser machine.

3. Work station safety

Specific hygiene and safety instructions, detailing restricted areas and their regulations.

General Instructions

General safety instructions for laser operation, including avoiding exposure and proper handling of the machine.

Wearing safety glasses

Guidelines on when safety glasses are necessary based on laser class and recommendations for users of class 4 laser stations.

4. Potential hazards related to materials worked with

Discusses hazards from fumes and toxic particles emitted when marking certain materials, and extraction system requirements.

Examples of secondary radiation risks

Details secondary radiation risks from class 4 laser devices, such as fire, UV, X-rays, and high-intensity light.

Reflected beam

Discusses special integration needs to prevent beam reflection from certain materials like copper, gold, silver, and polished materials.

H. Description of the machine

Global view of the marking area

Provides a labeled diagram of the LW2 Touch machine, identifying key components like the door, laser protection glass, and Z-axis.

I. Color touch screen

Piloting via an internal program

Describes the startup procedure and initial interface displayed on the color touch screen when the tablet is started.

1. Main screen

Details the layout and functions of the main screen interface, including icons for menus, start/stop, and door controls.

Door opening;closing

Explains how to operate the door manually and notes that it's disabled in automatic mode.

Z axis

Describes the control of the motorized Z axis via the touch screen, including absolute distance and axis origin set.

Door opening;closing: Automatic mode

Details the automatic door operation, activation conditions, indicator lights, and its compatibility with marking management modes.

2. Marking parameters

Covers marking parameter settings: configuration, network, adjustment, system info, and updates.

Network configuration

Guides on setting up the machine's network connection, including IP address, subnet mask, and gateway settings.

Adjustment

Details screen calibration, date, time, brightness, buzzer activation, and unit settings.

System information

Provides technical information about the machine, such as model, serial numbers, versions, IP address, and MAC address.

Update

Instructions for updating the machine's software via USB key, including selecting and installing files.

Backup: Memory backup

Explains how to back up all machine data to a single file using a USB key.

Restore: Data recovery

Guides on restoring previously backed-up data to the machine using a USB key.

3. File menu

Details the 'File' menu functions, including marking files, logos, and fonts.

Fonts

Lists available fonts for use in marking files.

USB connection

Explains how to connect a USB key for file imports and updates.

4. Variables menu

Allows modification of variable content within marking files, with PC disconnection possible.

5. Menu: Security mode

Describes security modes like Supervisor, Operator, and Technician, and password protection for mode switching.

Setting the password

Instructions on how to change the supervisor password for security mode.

Operator mode

Details the functions accessible in Operator mode, such as main menu options and marking parameters.

Marking parameters

Covers saving parameters and accessing functions like safety circuit reset, fume extraction, and marking area lighting.

File menu

Details loading marking files and file simulation, noting that operators cannot delete files.

Variables menu

Describes the 'Set variable' function within the 'Variables' menu.

Technician mode

Explains the password-protected Technician mode for firmware configuration and authorized personnel only.

6. Emergency stop

Instructions on how to activate the emergency stop button and reset the safety circuit.

Fault acknowledgement

Details how to acknowledge faults and return the head to its origin position.

J. Installation

1. Electrical installation

Safety instructions for electrical connections, emphasizing machine power-off and grounding requirements.

2. Physical installation

General physical installation instructions, stressing power-off connections and last connection of power supply.

Step 1: Opening the casing

Step-by-step guide on how to open the machine casing by unscrewing screws.

Step 2

Instructions for removing counterweights after opening the casing.

3. Fiber series (+ Energy)

Initial steps for Fiber series (+ Energy) laser installation: removing screws and opening the flange.

Step 4

Guides placing the laser on its support and attaching the marking head with screws.

Step 5: Optical head connection

Instructions for inserting and fastening the optical head into the marking head using screws.

Step 6: Connection of the marking head to the CCU

Details connecting marking head to CCU (17/19-point connectors) and laser module installation.

4. Hybrid - Green - CO2 Energy series

Steps for Hybrid, Green, CO2 Energy series laser installation: removing screws and opening flange.

Step 4

Guides placing the laser on its support and reclosing/locking the flange.

K. Connections - Installation

1. Connecting the Control Unit (Fiber series (+ Energy))

Details Control Unit connection for Fiber series: connector view and power supply.

Connection of the marking head to the CCU

Instructions for connecting the marking head to the CCU using specific cables and ensuring correct connection.

Connection to DB37 M connector

Details the connection to the DB37M connector (Ref: 54260).

Connection to DB37 F connector

Details the connection to the DB37F connector (Ref: 50875).

Connection USB

Shows how to connect the USB port on the machine.

Connection: Tablet

Illustrates the connection of the touch screen tablet to the LW2 Touch machine.

Connection RD1;RD2 (optional)

Shows the connection for optional RD1/RD2 rotary devices.

Fume extractor connection: ES30 (optional)

Steps for connecting the ES30 fume extractor, including removing the cover and attaching the exhaust tube adapter.

Connect the cable ES30; LW2 Touch

Details connecting the ES30 fume extractor cable to the LW2 Touch.

Power supply connection

Illustrates the power supply connection for both LW2 Touch and the Control Unit.

2. Installation

Discusses integration/operating positions for Fiber/Hybrid/CO2 series, including air circulation and cleaning.

Laser startup

Provides instructions for laser startup and notes on protective goggles.

Emergency stop

Instructions on how to use the emergency stop button on the CCU or LW2 Touch.

L. Accessories available upon request

1. List of accessories and options available upon request

Lists accessories: 3D modules, autofocus, focusing diodes, fume extraction adapters with item codes.

Rotary device

Details different rotary device options (RD1, RD2, RDM, RD Jewel) for marking cylinders.

Work station safety

Lists safety accessories, specifically extra pairs of glasses with suitable filter lenses for different laser energy series.

2. Wearing and spare parts

Lists wearing parts (door seals) and spare parts (screens, cables).

M. Preventive maintenance

1. Visual inspection of the bellows (rear of LW2 Touch)

Instructions for visually inspecting bellows for burning or perforation.

2. Every year

Annual maintenance: raising bellows and re-lubricating Z-axis screw.

Cleaning the sensors

Describes cleaning Z-axis sensors (carriage position detection) using an air gun.

N. Dimensional drawings

1. LW2 Touch dimensional drawing

Provides overall LW2 Touch dimensions: height, width, depth, and key component locations.

2. Fiber - Hybrid - Green - CO2 Energy Series

Dimensional drawings for LW2 Touch with Fiber/Hybrid/CO2 series, including axis and marking area.

Dimensional drawing of the table

Provides dimensions of the work table, including marking areas and fastening hole locations.

3. Max height of the part to be marked

Lists max part heights for focal lenses across laser series, with calculation examples.

O. Noise emission of the machine

1. Test code

Details noise emission test code: measurement methods, materials, and test conditions.

2. Noise emission information

States that the equivalent continuous sound level (Laeq) is below 70 dB(A).

P. Technical specifications

1. Physical characteristics

Lists dimensions, net weight, packaging weight, object dimensions, and classification.

Marking area

Details marking area sizes for different focal lenses across various laser series (Fiber, Hybrid, Green, CO2).

Safety door

Lists safety door specs: force on body, kinetic energy, and contact pressure.

2. Electrical characteristics

Details electrical specs: voltage, frequency, power, protection, and phases.

3. Environment

Specifies operating temp, storage temp, and humidity level requirements.

4. Laser beam

Provides laser beam specs: wavelength, power, pulse duration, and frequency.

5. Aiming diode - Focusing diode

Details aiming/focusing diode specs: power, wavelength, and classification.

6. Material

Lists materials for marking across laser series, indicating contrasting/non-contrasting marks.

Gravotech Laser Workstation LW2 Touch Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandGravotech
ModelLaser Workstation LW2 Touch
CategoryMeasuring Instruments
LanguageEnglish

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