Troubleshooting Laser | C02 Air Assist

Owned by Courtney Morshed
Last updated: May 03, 2023 by Courtney Morshed
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Problem

When cutting their materials, users can often see large flames about 1-2" tall under the laser and immediately extinguished.
These flames are due to an issue with the C02 Air assist system

Issue 1: Switch/valve is not open/on
Issue 2: Elbow is not directed towards laser pathway

Solution


Ensure the C02 Air assist switch on the carriage is rotated towards you. (see image)

AIR ASSIST SHOULD ALWAYS BE ON


C02 Elbow direction

Verify Elbow is in place and pointing towards laser path. (see image)

Blue highlight = Air assist switch, toggle on/off (switch should be covering the red paint mark to indicate it is actively open)

Green highlight = Air assist elbow, directs the C02 towards the laser/flame to dissipate heat and fumes