Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
as Used in this Publication
Warning notices are used in this publication to emphasize that hazardous voltages, currents,
temperatures, or other conditions that could cause personal injury exist in this equipment or may
be associated with its use.
In situations where inattention could cause either personal injury or damage to equipment, a
Warning notice is used.
Caution notices are used where equipment might be damaged if care is not taken.
GFL-001
Warning
Caution
Note
Notes merely call attention to information that is especially significant to understanding and
operating the equipment.
This document is based on information available at the time of its publication. While efforts
have been made to be accurate, the information contained herein does not purport to cover all
details or variations in hardware or software, nor to provide for every possible contingency in
connection with installation, operation, or maintenance. Features may be described herein which
are not present in all hardware and software systems. GE Fanuc Automation assumes no
obligation of notice to holders of this document with respect to changes subsequently made.
GE Fanuc Automation makes no representation or warranty, expressed, implied, or statutory
with respect to, and assumes no responsibility for the accuracy, completeness, sufficiency, or
usefulness of the information contained herein. No warranties of merchantability or fitness for
purpose shall apply.
This manual describes the maintenance of the FANUC LASER
C1000/C2000/C4000-MODEL E, as well as the structure,
configuration, and operation of the laser oscillator. This manual is
aimed at those personnel responsible for laser oscillator maintenance.
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1.OVERVIEW B-70265EN/01
1.1 ORGANIZATION OF THE MANUAL
This manual is organized as described below.
1.Overview
This chapter describes the organization of this manual,
applicable models, related manuals, and notes on reading this
manual.
2.Safety
This chapter describes the handling of lasers, and provides
warnings, cautions and notes on high voltages, high temperatures,
and toxicity. All users must read this chapter carefully to ensure
safety.
3.Internal Structure
This chapter describes the structure and operation of the laser
oscillator.
4.Installation
This chapter describes the installation and checking of the laser
oscillator.
5.Maintenance
This chapter provides information on when and how the
consumable parts of the laser oscillator must be replaced.
6.Troubleshooting
This chapter describes the actions to be applied in the event of a
fault occurring in the laser oscillator.
7.Oscillator Connections
This chapter describes the internal connections of the electrical
system, cooling system, and gas system.
8.Unit Configuration
This chapter describes the internal units of the laser oscillator.
9.Setting and Adjustment
This chapter describes how to set and adjust the controls of the
laser oscillator.
10. Replacement Procedures
This chapter describes how to replace the individual units and
parts of the laser oscillator.
11. Laser Optical System
This chapter describes how to clean, replace, and align the
optical components of the laser oscillator.
Appendix
A. External View of Laser Oscillator
B. Specifications
C. Error Code List
D. Parameter List
E. Control Sequences in Laser Oscillator
F. Refixing and Replacing Gas Tube
G. Refixing and Replacing Water Tube
H. Glossary
This manual contains precautions which must be observed during
operation of the laser oscillator, to ensure the operator's safety and
prevent damage to the oscillator. Each precaution is indicated by
"Warning" or "Caution" according to its severity.
Supplementary information is indicated by "Note".
Read the contents of each "Warning", "Caution", and "Note" before
attempting to use the oscillator.
WARNING
Precautions to be applied in those situations where
there is a danger of the operator being killed or
seriously injured.
CAUTION
Precautions to be applied in those situations where
there is a danger of the operator being slightly
injured or the oscillator being damaged.
NOTE
Supplementary information other than precautions.
The functions of a laser machining system depend not only on the
laser oscillator, but also on the machine, power magnetics cabinet,
servo system, CNC, and operator's panel. This manual describes only
the laser oscillator. For a description of the other components, refer to
the corresponding manuals, supplied by the machine tool builder.
- Read this manual thoroughly and store it in a safe place.
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2.SAFETY B-70265EN/01
2 SAFETY
This chapter describes precautions to be observed to ensure the safe
operation of the laser oscillator.
Read this chapter thoroughly before attempting to use the laser
oscillator.
Also, read the safety precautions in the operator's manual supplied by
the machine tool builder.
The laser oscillator may present a danger not only to the operator but
also to other people working around the oscillator, up to a
considerable distance away. The laser oscillator must, therefore, be
operated only by a person who has received appropriate training.
Only persons who have understood the internal structure of the laser
oscillator and have received appropriate training can maintain the
laser oscillator.
A warning label is put on each dangerous position of the laser
oscillator. Be extremely careful about the labeled positions.
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B-70265EN/012.SAFETY
2.1 WARNING
(1) It is extremely dangerous to expose your eyes to direct, scattered,
or reflected CO
while the laser is operating.
Exposure to laser light can cause blindness. If your eyes are
accidentally exposed, seek medical advice immediately.
(2) Do not turn on the laser oscillator while a panel is removed or a
door is open.
Operating the laser with a door open or panel removed may
result in the operator being directly exposed to CO
radiation. Exposure to laser light can cause blindness and/or
severe burns. If your eyes are accidentally exposed to laser light,
seek medical advice immediately.
Before turning on the power during maintenance if absolutely
necessary, wear protective glasses and clothing to prevent
accidents.
laser light. Always wear protective glasses
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laser
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(3) If the laser oscillator is operated with a panel open, ultraviolet
radiation is emitted from the high-frequency discharge section.
Gazing the discharge section for a long time can cause visual
disturbances such as impaired eyesight.
Always wear protective glasses during work. If you feel trouble
with your eyes, seek medical advice immediately.
(4) Surround the laser machining tool with a fence made of a
material which absorbs laser light well (such as acrylic). Place
appropriate warning notices on the fence.
The door in the safety fence shall be fitted with an interlock
switch such that opening the door stops the laser.
Failure to provide such a fence exposes persons in the vicinity of
the machine tool to the danger of being exposed to CO
laser
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radiation and the associated risk of blindness. If a person is
accidentally exposed to laser light, seek medical advice
immediately.
(5) The laser beam shall be no higher than average eye height.
Enclose the path of the laser beam with covers. Do not leave the
end of the beam path open. Place laser- absorbing material at the
end of the beam path to absorb the beam's energy.
A CO
laser beam is directional and has a high energy density.
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Exposure to laser light can cause blindness. Flammable material
may burn or explode if exposed to the laser beam. If your eyes
are accidentally exposed to laser light, seek medical advice
immediately.
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(6) A high voltage of 3 to 4 kV
is applied to some places in the
0-p
laser oscillator cabinet. Therefore, do not turn the power to the
oscillator on or operate the oscillator when an oscillator panel is
open. Operating the laser oscillator with a panel open can cause
a touch on a high-voltage place, resulting in electric shock.
Before turning on the power during maintenance if absolutely
necessary, take measures against accidents.
(7) Before daily inspection, the replacement of a maintenance part
or maintenance, open the main circuit breaker and turn the power
supply off (double power-off).
To prevent the power from being inadvertently turned on, lock
the circuit breaker open, and affix an indication of work in
progress.
Failure to turn off the power during inspection or replacement
exposes the operator to the danger of electric shock.
Before turning on the power during maintenance if absolutely
necessary, take measures against accidents.
(8) The oscillator output mirror and focusing lens on the machining
head both have a substrate made of ZnSe (zinc selenide), a toxic
substance. Therefore, do not touch the mirror or lens with your
bare hands.
Inhaling ZnSe dust may cause difficulty in breathing, completely
stopping the breathing of the victim in the worst case.
If you accidentally touch the mirror or lens with your bare hands,
wash your hands well under running water.
If you accidentally inhale ZnSe dust or debris, seek medical
advice immediately.
(9) Do not look at the machining point without eye protection.
Otherwise, your eyes may be exposed to reflected laser light,
resulting in blindness.
If your eyes are accidentally exposed to laser light, seek medical
advice immediately.
(10) Before attempting to machine any material for the first time,
consult with the manufacturer of the material.
Some materials generate toxic gases when cut or drilled by a
laser beam.
Should you accidentally inhale any toxic gas, seek medical
advice immediately.
(11) If the laser oscillator must be moved, entrust the work to the
machine tool builder whenever possible. If performed by
inexperienced personnel, the oscillator may topple or be dropped,
resulting in a potentially fatal accident.
When the machine tool builder is not available to move the
oscillator, follow the procedure described on the hanging method
label. While moving the oscillator, stand well clear and never
pass under the oscillator.
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B-70265EN/012.SAFETY
(12) Do not allow any dangerous or high-pressure gas to get into the
oscillator housing. The oscillator cabinet has a hermetic structure
(dustproof and dripproof), it cannot be ventilated easily.
Flammable gases such as oxygen can cause a fire or explosion.
Toxic gases can harm operators during maintenance. Organic
gases can degrade machining performance. High-pressure gases
can damage a panel or the cabinet, resulting in injury from flying
matters.
If such a gas accidentally gets into the oscillator housing, remove
a panel for ventilation. The installation room must be also well
ventilated.
To purge the oscillator housing, use purified, low-pressure air or
nitrogen.
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2.SAFETY B-70265EN/01
2.2 CAUTION
(1) If there is a possibility of being exposed to CO2 laser radiation
exceeding the maximum permissible exposure (MPE) level for
skin, wear protective clothing.
Otherwise, there is a danger of being burnt.
(2) Oscillator is fitted with a red semiconductor laser to indicate the
approximate position of invisible CO
directly at the semiconductor laser beam. Otherwise, your eyes
may be injured.
(3) The gas circulating system in the oscillator becomes very hot.
Do not touch the gas pipes, turbo blower, heat exchanger, or
exhaust pump, until they have cooled down sufficiently after the
oscillator has been turned off. Otherwise, you may be burnt.
(4) Do not pass your hand in the optical path of the laser machine or
under the laser head when the shutter of the oscillator is open.
When the shutter is open, a laser beam may be emitted from the
oscillator accidentally. Before work in the optical path or under
the laser head, confirm that the shutter is closed.
laser beam. Do not look
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(5) The workpiece becomes very hot during machining. Never touch
the workpiece with your bare hands. Otherwise, you may be
burnt.
(6) During machining, extremely hot chips are likely to be
generated.
Unless sufficient caution is exercised, there is a danger of the
operator being burnt, or of a fire being started.
(7) Some materials may burn or explode when laser machined.
Before attempting to machine any material for the first time,
consult with the manufacturer of the material, to prevent the
danger of fire of or the possibility of operator injury.
(8) The oscillator contains cooling fan units. Although the fan units
are fitted with a finger guard, to prevent injury, keep your hands
well away from the fans.
(9) The oscillator is controlled according to the CNC internal
parameter settings. If a numeric value different from a setting is
entered and the oscillator is operated, the oscillator may
malfunction. In the worst case, the oscillator may be damaged.
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B-70265EN/012.SAFETY
2.3 NOTE
(1) During installation or maintenance necessitating the opening of
an oscillator door or the removal of a panel, only persons who
have undergone maintenance training should operate the laser. In
such a case, extreme caution must be exercised.
(2) Warning labels are affixed to those parts of the oscillator where
there is a danger of exposure to laser radiation. Observe the
precautions given on the labels. (Section 2.4 shows the warning
labels.)
(3) Laser products shall conform to the regulations laid down in the
laser safety standard, including that stipulating control using a
key.
The oscillator start signal (RUN ON) shall be controlled with a
key switch such that the oscillator cannot be turned on without a
specific key.
Control using a key ensures that other than the authorized
personnel cannot operate the laser oscillator. It is extremely
dangerous if a person who is unfamiliar with the equipment
attempts to operate the laser oscillator.
(4) The shutter shall be unlocked only while a beam is being output.
Otherwise, keep the shutter locked to provide protection should
the laser accidentally be turned on.
(5) Do not discard a used output mirror or focusing lens together
with regular waste. If the output mirror or focusing lens is
replaced, return the original to the supplier or entrust it to a
specialized disposal company.
(6) Do not place any flammable material (such as paper, cloth, or
wood) near the workpiece table.
(7) Keep a fire extinguisher beside the unit.
(8) Oscillator is equipped with an alarm lamp. The alarm lamp
blinks while discharge is in progress or whenever laser radiation
is possible.
While the alarm lamp is blinking, pay careful attention to laser
radiation and high voltages.
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2.SAFETY B-70265EN/01
2.4 WARNING LABELS
The oscillator uses high voltages and laser beam radiation. Such
hazards are indicated with warning labels attached to the positions
shown in Fig.2.4 (a) to (f).
Fig.2.4(a) Warning label positions (C1000-E : front view)
(11) Label for regulating the atmospheric gases in the oscillator
housing
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2.5 OPTICAL PATHS IN THE OSCILLATOR
The figures below show the laser optical paths inside the oscillator.
Fig.2.5(a) Optical paths in the C1000-E
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Fig.2.5(b) Optical paths in the C2000-E
Fig.2.5(c) Optical paths in the C4000-E
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B-70265EN/013.INTERNAL STRUCTURE
3 INTERNAL STRUCTURE
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3.INTERNAL STRUCTUREB-70265EN/01
3.1 OUTLINE
Figs.3.1(a) to (c) show the internal structure of the laser oscillator.
The oscillator consists of a laser resonator, discharge drive unit,
forced gas circulating system, pressure controller, CNC interface, and
a protective housing.
Fig.3.1(a) C1000-E internal structure
Fig.3.1(b) C2000-E internal structure
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