Safety Basics

• NEVER operate laser machinery unless you have been properly trained.

• ALWAYS keep the lid closed.

• ALWAYS keep the exhaust fan, water pump and air compressor on while the machine is in use.

• The water pump and exhaust fan will turn on and off with the machine

  • This means they will be turned off when the E-Stop is hit

• The air compressor needs to be turned on downstairs, and needs to be manually turned on.

  • See Air Assist

• NEVER set anything on top of the laser and/or on the worktable while not in use.

• NEVER leave the laser unattended while it is running. This will ensure that you are able to see or hear any abnormalities / potential hazards.

• NEVER use unapproved or unsafe materials, such as Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC), ABS or any materials that emit noxious gases. These gases can cause harm to your central nervous system. 

• See Material Choice

• NEVER operate the laser near flammable or explosive substances. The UV light beam that is emitted is not visible and poses a fire hazard.

• NEVER lift the lid of the machine while it is running.

• NEVER engrave or try to cut reflective material, the laser beam can reflect and deviate (bounce around) which can cause blindness or serious injury, requiring medical attention.

• NEVER push or pull the laser head and its gantry while the laser is running.

• NEVER dismantle the laser machine, this can disrupt the laser and its high voltage/pressure parts. This can cause harm or injury.

• ALWAYS clean out the collection tray(s) to prevent accidental hazards.

• TRY your best not to look directly at the laser for prolonged periods.

 Use common sense, don't laser yourself or others.

• Once you have lasered a piece of wood, the carbon residue can trigger the Saw Stop on the Table Saw.

The Big Red Button

This should be used in case of the machine 'crashing' or an emergency-level fire.

By hitting the E-Stop, the laser will depower the laser, ventalation and water pump. 

This means that the laser head will stop wherever it is when the E-Stop is hit. 

If it can be avoided, please do not stop the laser head directly in the fire.

After hitting the E-Stop, you can repower the machine, and the laser will return to zero.

After hitting the e-stop, the job you were running will be lost.

 In Case of a Fire:

1. If there is a Small Flame:

   1. Pause the machine

   2. Lift the lid

   3. Blow out the flame

   4. Close the lid

   5. Restart the job

2. In case of Large Flame. 

1. Press the EMERGENCY STOP (E-Stop) button located above the LED Panel

2. Lift the lid

3. Use the Co2 Fire Extinguisher located by the laser

4. Close the lid

5. Contact Laser Admin

6. Do not restart the machine