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##If cleaning the optics, '''PROCEED TO ALIGNMENT''' | ##If cleaning the optics, '''PROCEED TO ALIGNMENT''' | ||
#'''Put on eye protection.''' Check laser alignment. Adjust if necessary. [working notes - tape target to mirror 2 (left hand on gantry) - ] | #'''Put on eye protection.''' Check laser alignment. Adjust if necessary. [working notes - tape target to mirror 2 (left hand on gantry) - ] | ||
## | ##To adjust beam alignment, adjust the mirror orientation by turning the thumbscrews on the mounting plate. Turn only a small amount and refire the laser to get a sense of how sensitive the mirror adjustments are. | ||
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##To reset Z height on laser head - Move Z axis bed to top. Put down piece of paper. Adjust laser head to just touch top focus on focus gauge | ##To reset Z height on laser head - Move Z axis bed to top. Put down piece of paper. Adjust laser head to just touch top focus on focus gauge | ||
#Replace bed. Check it is level. Adjust if necessary. | #Replace bed. Check it is level. Adjust if necessary. |