LCG-AJ SERIES - LCG 3015AJ - 4020AJM2-AMNC3I FS31i-LB

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LASER CUTTING MACHINE
LCG 3015AJ/4020AJ
(AMNC3i FS31i-LB)
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
This product comes standard with:
 Alarm Lists
 Circuit Diagrams
 Installation Manual
 Operator’s Manual
 Processing Conditions
 Programming Manual
 Reference Manual
DAD0682--A
LCG-AJ-M2-AMNC3I MECHA-E02-201804
PREFACE
: CE mark countries
: Non-CE mark countries
 Before installing, operating, or maintaining this product, carefully read the manual(s)
and thoroughly understand the contents.
 Strictly observe the Hazard Information on Machine and the warnings described in the
manual(s).
 If you are not sure of how to operate this product, do not operate it by guesswork, but
be sure to reread the manual(s) and operate it correctly as described in the
manual(s).
 Always keep the manual(s) near this product so that you can reread the manual(s).
 When you transfer this product to another owner, be sure to hand it together with the
manual(s) to the new owner.
This manual classifies the hazardous situations into the following levels:
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in damage to this product.
Indicates not a warning but an item of information which
should be known to work.
Operator's Manual:
LCG AJ Series Laser Cutting Machine
© 2018 by AMADA HOLDINGS CO., LTD.
No part of this publication may be photocopied or otherwise reproduced without the prior Apr. 2018
written permission of AMADA HOLDINGS CO., LTD.
ii Printed in Japan
CONTENTS
Hazard Information on Machine .....................................1

1. Overall management responsibilities ................................3
1-1. Complying with safety laws, regulations,
and standards concerning laser cutting machines .....3
1-2. Appointing laser safety officer.....................................3
1-3. Posting name of laser safety officer
and other information..................................................3
1-4. Having keys kept by laser safety officer .....................4
1-5. Conducting safety and health education
of laser cutting operators ............................................4
1-6. Eye health care...........................................................4
1-7. Inspection and maintenance.......................................5
1-8. Precautions on clothing to
wear during operation.................................................5
2. Prohibiting modification of laser cutting machine ..............5
2-1. Prohibiting modification of
laser cutting machine and control circuit ....................5
2-2. Prohibition of change to
personal computer-based NC unit..............................6
2-3. Prohibition of removal of safeguards
and of change of their installation position .................6
3. Keyswitch and EMERGENCY STOP button
arrangement drawing.........................................................7
4. Residual risk map peculiar to machine
Model: LCG AJ series ........................................................9
5. Residual risk list peculiar to machine
Model: LCG AJ series .......................................................11
5-1. Installation..................................................................11
5-2. Laser beam................................................................12
5-3. Fire and explosion .....................................................13
5-4. Dust and gas .............................................................18
5-5. Operation...................................................................19
5-6. Maintenance ..............................................................21
5-7. Disposal .....................................................................26
(Continued on next page.)
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6. Warning labels.................................................................. 27
6-1. For CE mark countries .............................................. 27
6-1-1. Shuttle table right specification........................... 27
6-1-2. Shuttle table left specification ............................. 28
6-1-3. Common to shuttle table right and
left specifications ................................................ 29
6-2. For non-CE mark countries ....................................... 31
Part 1 Description ....................................................... 1-1

1. Description ...................................................................... 1-2
1-1. General view ............................................................ 1-2
1-2. Machine .................................................................... 1-2
1-2-1. Frame (X-axis) ................................................... 1-2
1-2-2. Table .................................................................. 1-2
1-2-3. Manual X-gauge block....................................... 1-2
1-2-4. Workclamps ....................................................... 1-3
1-2-5. Partitions............................................................ 1-3
1-3. Carriage.................................................................... 1-3
1-3-1. Carriage (X-axis) ............................................... 1-3
1-3-2. Laser head (Y-, Z-, B-, and CF-axes) ................ 1-4
1-3-3. Process fiber and beam controller..................... 1-6
1-4. NC system ................................................................ 1-6
1-5. Laser oscillator ......................................................... 1-6
1-6. Cooling unit .............................................................. 1-7
1-7. Dust collector (option) .............................................. 1-7
1-8. Shuttle table.............................................................. 1-7
1-9. Pallet changer (option) ............................................. 1-7
2. Safety functions............................................................... 1-8
2-1. Operator safety......................................................... 1-8
2-2. Machine safety ......................................................... 1-8
3. Specifications ................................................................. 1-11
3-1. Configuration ........................................................... 1-11
3-2. Environment ............................................................ 1-11
3-3. Machine ................................................................... 1-12
3-4. Laser oscillator ........................................................ 1-13
3-5. NC system ............................................................... 1-13
3-6. Information on sound............................................... 1-14
3-7. Declaration of conformity......................................... 1-15
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Part 2 Controls............................................................. 2-1
1. Arrangement and names of controls ............................... 2-2
2. Circuit breaker switches .................................................. 2-3
3. NC control box................................................................. 2-4
3-1. Touch screen ............................................................ 2-4
3-2. NC control panel....................................................... 2-5
3-3. Shuttle table control panel ........................................ 2-9
3-4. USB ports ................................................................ 2-10
3-5. Handwheel control box interface ............................. 2-11
3-6. Handwheel control box ............................................ 2-11
4. NC unit box..................................................................... 2-13
5. Other controls................................................................. 2-15
5-1. Foot switch (option) ................................................. 2-15
5-2. Free-motion ball bearing control panel .................... 2-15
Part 3 Operation .......................................................... 3-1

1. Preparation procedures................................................... 3-3
1-1. Checking before start of day’s work ......................... 3-3
1-2. Starting up machine.................................................. 3-3
1-3. Zero-returning........................................................... 3-5
1-3-1. Zero-returning all axes....................................... 3-6
1-3-2. Zero-returning each axis.................................... 3-7
1-4. Checking safety devices........................................... 3-7
1-4-1. Checking interlocks for operation ...................... 3-7
1-4-2. Checking partitions ............................................ 3-8
1-4-3. Checking EMERGENCY STOP buttons
for operation ...................................................... 3-8
1-5. Starting up laser oscillator ........................................ 3-9
2. Preparing for automatic operation ................................... 3-9
2-1. Calling program or programs.................................... 3-9
2-1-1. Single-program operation .................................. 3-9
2-1-2. Schedule operation........................................... 3-10
2-2. Setting up ................................................................ 3-12
2-3. Checking processing condition file .......................... 3-13
2-4. Setting worksheet .................................................... 3-14
2-5. Changing nozzle...................................................... 3-15
2-5-1. Removing nozzle unit ....................................... 3-16
2-5-2. Installing nozzle unit ......................................... 3-17
2-6. Changing lens.......................................................... 3-19
2-6-1. Removing lens .................................................. 3-20
2-6-2. Installing lens .................................................... 3-22
2-7. Installing and removing lens protection window ...... 3-24
2-7-1. Removing lens protection window .................... 3-25
2-7-2. Installing lens protection window ...................... 3-28
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2-8. Checking assist gas ................................................ 3-30
2-9. Centering nozzle ..................................................... 3-31
2-10. Calibrating Z-axis tracking sensor ......................... 3-37
2-11. Cleaning nozzle ..................................................... 3-38
2-12. Dedicated nozzle for
fiber laser cutting machines .................................. 3-39
2-13. Adjusting focal point reference position................. 3-40
2-14. Setting operating method ...................................... 3-42
2-14-1. OPERATION button........................................ 3-42
2-14-2. LASER button ................................................. 3-43
2-14-3. SETUP button................................................. 3-44
2-14-4. Override window ............................................. 3-44
3. Automatic operation ....................................................... 3-45
3-1. Executing program .................................................. 3-45
3-2. Executing multiple-part cutting program.................. 3-47
3-3. Stopping automatic operation.................................. 3-47
3-3-1. Stop by program command .............................. 3-47
3-3-2. Stop by switch operation................................... 3-48
3-3-3. Alarm stop......................................................... 3-49
3-3-4. Safety device stop ............................................ 3-49
3-4. Removing parts ....................................................... 3-50
4. Ending procedure (turning off power of machine).......... 3-51
Part 4 Functions .......................................................... 4-1

1. Cutting precautions ......................................................... 4-4
2. Processing condition files................................................ 4-6
2-1. Listing processing condition files.............................. 4-6
2-2. Names of processing condition files......................... 4-7
2-3. Programming ............................................................ 4-8
3. Cautions when looking at processing conditions ........... 4-10
4. Override function............................................................ 4-11
5. Step piercing .................................................................. 4-12
6. Approach and edge cutting functions............................. 4-13
6-1. Use and purpose of approach cutting function........ 4-13
6-2. Performance of approach cutting function .............. 4-13
6-3. Use and purpose of edge cutting function............... 4-14
6-4. Performance of edge cutting function...................... 4-15
6-5. Operating approach and edge cutting functions ..... 4-17
6-6. Constraint on creation of edge cutting program ...... 4-17
7. Clean Cut ....................................................................... 4-17
8. Reflected light detection................................................. 4-18
9. Hyper EZ Cut II (option) ................................................. 4-18
10. Z-axis tracking sensor .................................................. 4-18
11. NC assist gas control ................................................... 4-18
12. Processing monitor ...................................................... 4-19
13. Nozzle changer ............................................................ 4-20
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14. NC focus control........................................................... 4-20
15. Conveyors .................................................................... 4-20
16. Purge unit ..................................................................... 4-21
16-1. Usage .................................................................... 4-21
16-2. Arrangement of units ............................................. 4-21
16-3. Specifications......................................................... 4-23
16-4. Operation............................................................... 4-24
16-4-1. Starting operation............................................ 4-24
16-4-2. Finishing operation ......................................... 4-24
16-5. Troubleshooting ..................................................... 4-25
16-6. Alarms.................................................................... 4-26
16-7. Daily maintenance ................................................. 4-28
16-7-1. Checking compressor for main air .................. 4-28
16-7-2. Checking purge unit........................................ 4-28
16-8. Periodic maintenance ............................................ 4-28
16-8-1. Checking compressor for main air .................. 4-28
16-8-3. Inspection setting............................................ 4-30
16-8-4. Consumable parts list ..................................... 4-30
17. OVS IV (option) ............................................................ 4-31
18. HS Cooling Cut............................................................. 4-31
18-1. Description............................................................. 4-31
18-2. Operational cautions.............................................. 4-32
18-3. Specifications......................................................... 4-33
18-4. Names of parts ...................................................... 4-34
18-4-1. Arrangement of parts ...................................... 4-34
18-4-2. Cooling water tank piping ............................... 4-34
18-4-3. Laser head...................................................... 4-35
18-4-4. HS Cooling Cut nozzle.................................... 4-35
18-5. Operation............................................................... 4-36
18-5-1. Preparations before operation ........................ 4-36
18-5-2. Program operation .......................................... 4-36
18-5-3. Disposition after operation .............................. 4-36
18-6. Adjustment............................................................. 4-37
18-6-1. Cleaning HS Cooling Cut nozzle .................... 4-38
18-6-2. Checking cooling water tank........................... 4-38
18-6-3. Checking operation......................................... 4-38
18-6-4. Removing cooling water remaining
in laser head ................................................... 4-39
18-6-5. Calibrating Z-axis tracking sensor .................. 4-40
18-6-6. Centering HS Cooling Cut nozzle ................... 4-40
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18-7. Maintenance.......................................................... 4-41
18-7-1. Maintenance list.............................................. 4-41
18-7-3. Checking HS Cooling Cut nozzle ................... 4-42
18-7-4. Checking amount of cooling water ................. 4-43
18-7-5. Adjusting rust inhibitor concentration
of cooling water............................................... 4-44
18-7-6. Draining cooling water .................................... 4-45
18-7-7. Cooling water tank, piping, and filter .............. 4-47
18-7-8. Machine .......................................................... 4-47
18-8. NC codes, alarms and troubleshooting ................. 4-47
18-8-1. NC codes (G- and M-codes)........................... 4-47
18-8-2. Alarms and warnings ...................................... 4-48
18-8-3. Troubleshooting .............................................. 4-49
19. Oil shot ......................................................................... 4-50
19-1. Usage .................................................................... 4-50
19-2. Detail description ................................................... 4-50
19-3. Method of use........................................................ 4-51
19-4. Composition .......................................................... 4-52
19-5. Filling shot tank with shot agent ............................ 4-52
19-6. Bleeding air ........................................................... 4-53
19-7. Adjusting orientation of jet nozzle.......................... 4-54
19-8. Shot agent pre-spraying function .......................... 4-55
19-9. Troubleshooting..................................................... 4-55
19-10. Consumables ...................................................... 4-57
20. Active Cut ..................................................................... 4-58
20-1. Description ............................................................ 4-58
20-2. Operation............................................................... 4-58
21. ECO Cut....................................................................... 4-59
21-1. Description ............................................................ 4-59
21-2. Operational cautions ............................................. 4-59
21-3. Specifications ........................................................ 4-60
21-4. ECO nozzle ........................................................... 4-61
21-5. Adjustment............................................................. 4-61
21-5-1. Maintaining ECO nozzle ................................. 4-61
21-5-2. Centering ECO nozzle.................................... 4-62
21-6. Operation............................................................... 4-63
21-6-1. Explanation of operation of ECO Cut ............. 4-63
21-6-2. Preparing for editing program......................... 4-65
21-6-3. Replacing word ............................................... 4-66
21-6-4. Changing cutting conditions ........................... 4-67
21-6-5. Checking data in processing condition file ..... 4-67
21-6-6. Changing data ................................................ 4-68
21-6-7. Saving data..................................................... 4-68
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21-7. Maintenance .......................................................... 4-69
21-7-1. Maintenance item list ...................................... 4-69
21-7-2. ECO nozzle..................................................... 4-69
21-7-3. Machine .......................................................... 4-69
22. Workclamp interference area deceleration function..... 4-70
Part 5 Maintenance...................................................... 5-1

1. Arrangement and names of covers ................................. 5-3
2. Daily maintenance........................................................... 5-4
2-1. Maintenance before start of day’s work.................... 5-4
2-1-1. Checking lens (cleaning) ................................... 5-4
2-1-2. Checking lens protection window (cleaning) ..... 5-6
2-1-3. Checking nozzle ................................................ 5-8
2-1-4. Checking nozzle unit of Z-axis tracking
sensor ............................................................... 5-10
2-1-5. Checking residual pressure of assist gas ......... 5-10
2-1-6. Cleaning table and area around machine......... 5-11
2-1-7. Cleaning dust box of dust collector (option) ..... 5-11
2-1-8. Cleaning scrap box ........................................... 5-11
3. Monthly maintenance ..................................................... 5-12
3-1. Lubricating machine parts ....................................... 5-12
3-2. Checking dust collection filter (option)..................... 5-12
3-3. Cleaning dust collection duct................................... 5-12
3-4. Cleaning Y-type strainer .......................................... 5-13
3-5. Maintaining cooling unit ........................................... 5-14
3-6. Maintaining laser oscillator ...................................... 5-14
3-7. Checking air filters ................................................... 5-15
4. Quarterly maintenance ................................................... 5-16
4-2. Checking in-line filters ............................................. 5-16
4-2-1. Disassembling in-line filters .............................. 5-17
4-2-2. Changing in-line filters ...................................... 5-18
4-2-3. Installing in-line filters ....................................... 5-19
4-2-4. Checking installation of in-line filters................. 5-19
4-3. Changing air breather element................................ 5-19
4-4. Maintaining cooling unit ........................................... 5-20
4-4-1. Draining water from tank of cooling unit ........... 5-20
4-4-2. Cleaning Y-type strainer.................................... 5-21
4-4-3. Adding water to tank of cooling unit .................. 5-21
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5. Semiannual maintenance............................................... 5-24
5-1. Maintaining cooling unit........................................... 5-24
5-2. Checking water line ................................................. 5-24
5-3. Adjusting air unit ...................................................... 5-25
5-4. Checking electrical wiring and gas connectors ....... 5-25
5-5. Lens temperature sensor ........................................ 5-26
5-6. Cleaning NC unit box filter....................................... 5-26
6. Annual maintenance....................................................... 5-26
6-1. Changing memory battery of NC unit ...................... 5-26
6-2. Changing APC batteries .......................................... 5-27
6-3. Changing filters for hyper EZ Cut II (option)............ 5-27
6-4. Changing elements for purge unit ........................... 5-28
6-5. Changing conveyor lubrication cartridges ............... 5-28
6-6. Changing air filter elements..................................... 5-28
7. Maintenance every two years ........................................ 5-28
7-1. Changing adsorbent for purge unit.......................... 5-28
8. Maintenance every 5000 hours of operation.................. 5-29
8-1. Changing dust collection filter (option) .................... 5-29
9. Lubrication...................................................................... 5-30
10. Setting water temperature of cooling unit .................... 5-31
11. Leaving machine idle for long period of time................ 5-31
12. Draining water from water deionizer (when resin
cylinder is changed and when freezing is likely) .......... 5-32
13. Dismantling and scrapping........................................... 5-32
13-1. Disposal of machine body ..................................... 5-33
13-2. Disposal of electrical parts .................................... 5-33
Appendix ........................................................................ A-1

1. Safety data sheets........................................................... A-2
1-1. Shell Alvania Grease S 2.......................................... A-2
1-2. Showa Water Industries AS14.................................. A-7
1-3. Sugimura Chemical Industrial Preton EM-320 ........ A-11
1-4. Simatec AG simalube .............................................. A-19
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HI LCG-AJ-M2-AMNC3I-E01
Hazard
Information on
Machine
The Hazard Information on Machine communicates machine and other hazard

information to the user and prompts the employer to perform risk assessment for
occupational accident prevention. The residual risk map and residual risk list contain
information required to communicate to the employer the hazards that must be made
known to the person or organization to whom the employer transfers the machine.
The Hazard Information on Machine forms part of the manual(s). Do not use the
machine after understanding the Hazard Information on Machine alone. Be sure to
carefully read and understand the manual(s) as well before using the machine.
In addition to the Hazard Information on Machine, the manual(s) also describes the
warnings in detail for specific tasks. Also comply with the warnings in the manual(s).
The Hazard Information on Machine and manual(s) classify the hazardous situations
into the following levels:
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
(For contents, refer to next page.)
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1. Overall management responsibilities ................................ 3
1-1. Complying with safety laws, regulations,
and standards concerning laser cutting machines ..... 3
1-2. Appointing laser safety officer .................................... 3
1-3. Posting name of laser safety officer
and other information ................................................. 3
1-4. Having keys kept by laser safety officer ..................... 4
1-5. Conducting safety and health education
of laser cutting operators............................................ 4
1-6. Eye health care .......................................................... 4
1-7. Inspection and maintenance ...................................... 5
1-8. Precautions on clothing to
wear during operation................................................. 5
2. Prohibiting modification of laser cutting machine.............. 5
2-1. Prohibiting modification of
laser cutting machine and control circuit .................... 5
2-2. Prohibition of change to
personal computer-based NC unit.............................. 6
2-3. Prohibition of removal of safeguards
and of change of their installation position ................. 6
3. Keyswitch and EMERGENCY STOP button
arrangement drawing......................................................... 7
4. Residual risk map peculiar to machine
Model: LCG AJ series........................................................ 9
Model: LCG AJ series....................................................... 11
5-1. Installation ................................................................. 11
5-2. Laser beam ............................................................... 12
5-3. Fire and explosion ..................................................... 13
5-4. Dust and gas ............................................................. 18
5-5. Operation................................................................... 19
5-6. Maintenance .............................................................. 21
5-7. Disposal..................................................................... 26
6. Warning labels.................................................................. 27
6-1. For CE mark countries .............................................. 27
6-2. For non-CE mark countries ....................................... 31
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1. Overall management responsibilities
1-1. Complying with safety laws, regulations, and
standards concerning laser cutting machines
This laser cutting machine uses a Class 4 invisible fiber laser for cutting materials
and a visible semiconductor laser with a wavelength range of 650 nm for checking
cutting positions. If the partitions and other protective covers are all closed and the
safeguards are all enabled, the outside of the laser cutting machine corresponds to
that of a Class 1 laser product. If these conditions are not satisfied, the laser cutting
machine is a Class 4 laser product. Close the partitions and all other protective
covers, and enable the safeguards.
The visible laser is emitted even if the partitions are opened. However, the visible
laser belongs to a Class 1 laser product when its radiation is measured by AMADA.
Use it in compliance with safety laws, regulations, and standards in the country or
region of use.
1-2. Appointing laser safety officer

Appoint a laser safety officer from among the employees who have enough
knowledge and experience about the operation of the laser cutting machine and the
prevention of laser hazards. The laser safety officer must:
● Control keys and other devices for operating the laser cutting machine.
● Inspect and maintain the laser cutting machine, and save its inspection and
maintenance records.
● Inspect and maintain the protective gear, and monitor its usage.
● Conduct the safety and health education of operators, and save their records.
● Practice other items necessary for preventing fires and other hazards due to the
laser cutting machine.
1-3. Posting name of laser safety officer and other

information
Post the following information on the laser cutting machine or in an easy-to-see
location near the laser cutting machine:
● Name of the laser safety officer
● Laser hazardousness and harmfulness
● Any other laser cutting machine operating precautions
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1-4. Having keys kept by laser safety officer
Some controls are installed as keyswitches to
prevent improper or unauthorized operation. Have
the keys of the keyswitches kept by the laser safety
officer.
For the positions of the keyswitches, refer to “3.
Keyswitch and EMERGENCY STOP button
arrangement drawing” described later.
Keyswitch on NC control box

● SHUTTER keyswitch
1-5. Conducting safety and health education of laser

cutting operators
When employing workers to be engaged in laser jobs, assigning workers to laser
jobs, or assigning workers to different laser cutting machines, conduct their safety
and health education in compliance with safety laws, regulations, and standards in
the country or region of use. Concerning the following items, establish safety and
health rules in compliance with the Hazard Information on Machine, and conduct the
education and training of operators accordingly:
● Hazardousness and harmfulness of laser cutting machines in compliance with the
Hazard Information on Machine
● Construction of laser cutting machines
● Methods of operating laser cutting machines
● Performance of protective gear and safeguards, and methods of handling them
● Emergency measures and evacuation
1-6. Eye health care

Administer eye health care for workers
regularly engaged in laser jobs in
compliance with eye health care laws,
regulations, and standards in the country or
region of use if there are any such ones.
As soon as any workers suspected of
exposure to laser radiation are found, bring
them to a doctor for examination or
treatment.
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1-7. Inspection and maintenance
Perform maintenance on the laser cutting machine before the start of the day’s work.
Before the start of the day’s work, instruct the laser safety officer to check the laser
beam path, interlock functions, safeguards, and protective gear.
Try to find equipment failures or problems as early as possible. When you find a
problem, repair it or take any other necessary measure to prevent an accident.
Do not operate the laser cutting machine with its maintenance doors and those of the
NC unit left open.
Laser oscillator maintenance and other maintenance tasks that are not described in
the Operator’s Manual may be hazardous. Contact AMADA about such tasks.
1-8. Precautions on clothing to wear during operation

Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry when operating
the laser cutting machine.
Otherwise you may be caught in or pulled into the
laser cutting machine.
As dictated by the work to be performed, wear
personal protective gear, such as a safety hat, laser
safety goggles, dust safety goggles, safety shoes,
ear plugs, gloves, a gas mask, or a dust mask. Select
such protective gear that complies with specific work
safety standards.
2. Prohibiting modification of laser cutting machine

2-1. Prohibiting modification of laser cutting machine and
control circuit
Never modify the laser cutting machine and control circuit.
Doing so will not only cause the failure or breakage of the laser cutting machine, but
also cause the misoperation of the laser cutting machine.
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2-2. Prohibition of change to personal computer-based NC
unit
The laser cutting machine is controlled by a personal computer-based NC unit. Any
software or hardware changes may cause the laser cutting machine to misoperate
and lead to a serious accident.
Strictly observe the following rules:
● Do not add or change any hardware (e.g., memory, SCSI card, PC card, CF card).
● Do not remove or insert boards like the CPU board.
● Do not install or uninstall software.
● Do not change, add, delete, or move Windows files and folders.
● Do not operate on the Windows system files (e.g., control panel and registry file).
● Do not save files other than programs in the NC unit through a USB flash drive,
DVD-ROM, or through another computer connected to the AMNC3i system.
● To prevent infection with computer viruses, do not use USB flash drives and other
media that contain files and programs of unknown origin.
● The AMNC3i comes standard with security software. This security software
prevents the operation of computer viruses and other malicious software and the
execution of software other than that operating in the AMNC3i.
2-3. Prohibition of removal of safeguards and of change of

their installation position
Do not remove the safeguards, safety fences and covers, and do not change their
installation position.
Do not operate the laser cutting machine with its interlocks removed.
Do not operate the laser cutting machine with its maintenance doors and those of the
NC unit left open.
Doing so may result in a serious accident.
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3. Keyswitch and EMERGENCY STOP button arrangement
drawing
EMERGENCY STOP SHUTTER KEYSWITCH EMERGENCY STOP
BUTTON BUTTON
NC CONTROL
PANEL
SHUTTLE TABLE
CONTROL PANEL
(SHUTTLE TABLE
LEFT SPECIFICATION)
SHUTTLE TABLE FREE-MOTION
CONTROL PANEL BALL BEARING
(SHUTTLE TABLE CONTROL PANEL
RIGHT SPECIFICATION)
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4. Residual risk map peculiar to machine Model: LCG AJ series
For details of residual risks, refer to “5. Residual risk list peculiar to machine” described later.
NOTE
 For residual risks peculiar to the peripheral units, refer to their respective “Hazard information on machine”.
46 18 37, 38, 48
Explanation of map (example)
Rust inhibitor for Filter of dust collector Dust
1, 4, 27 Residual risk No. Cooling Cut cooling water • Fire and explosion • Respiratory failure
Machine Hazard • Damage to eyes • Skin injury
• Impact Result of hazard 47
• Crushing 42 DUST
COLLECTOR
Shot agent for Oil shot
45 COOLING
Inverter of cooling unit UNIT • Damage to eyes 3
Nozzle COOLING CUT
• Heat burn Moving parts of
• Abrasion and scraping • Electric shock peripheral units
49 • Impact
CFC substitute • Crushing
1, 4, 27, 39, 40, 41 SHUTTLE TABLE • Entanglement
• Frostbite
Machine • Poisoning
• Impact
• Crushing
• Electric shock
• Entanglement
• Fire and explosion
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LIGHT
6 Moving parts of machine CURTAIN
Class 4 laser beam • Crushing SAFETY
FENCE 26, 28
• Damage to eyes 29
Workclamps Worksheets and
7 SCRAP BOX • Crushing moving parts of machine
Secondary reflected 44 8 • Entanglement
laser beam Scrap box Magnesium dust
• Crushing
• Damage to eyes 30
CONVEYOR (INSIDE) 19 • Musculoskeletal disorder • Fire and explosion
Oil Parts just after cutting
43 32 • Heat burn
• Fire and explosion 9, 10 14
Laser beam Door beam Titanium, aluminum, and zinc dusts Dust PARTITION
• Heat burn • Abrasion and scraping LASER OSCILLATOR 31
• Fire and explosion • Fire and explosion CIRCUIT BREAKER
SWITCH Pallets and skids
• Slip, trip, and fall
MACHINE CIRCUIT
BREAKER SWITCH
2
Buildings
5 12 15 20 11 13 16 17
Gas cylinders Combustible materials Dust and oxygen gas Dust and assist gas Laser beam Combustible worksheets High-reflectivity worksheets Reflected light from
• Crushing • Fire and explosion • Fire and explosion • Poisoning • Fire and explosion • Fire and explosion • Fire and explosion cutting defects
• Suffocation • Fire and explosion
33 34 35 36 21 22 23 24
Nitrogen gas Oxygen gas Primary power wiring Dust Polyvinyl chloride Nylon and polyurethane Plastics Worksheets whose safety is not verified
• Poisoning • Fire and explosion • Electric shock • Respiratory failure • Poisoning • Poisoning • Poisoning • Poisoning
• Suffocation • Fire • Suffocation • Suffocation • Suffocation • Suffocation
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Model: LCG AJ series
For specific locations of residual risks on the machine, refer to “4. Residual risk map
peculiar to machine” described earlier.
5-1. Installation
1 WARNING When lifting and moving machine
► H a z a r d ◄ Machine
►Description◄ Use appropriate methods and devices to lift and move the machine.
Failure to do so may cause the machine to tip or fall.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Ask AMADA or a specialized contractor to lift and move the machine.
►Reference◄ Installation Manual, “Lifting”
2 WARNING When installing machine
► H a z a r d ◄ Buildings
►Description◄ If a combustible material ignites near or around the laser cutting
machine, the fire may spread through the shop.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Install the machine in a fire-resistant building.
3 WARNING When installing machine
► H a z a r d ◄ Moving parts of peripheral units

►Description◄ You may collide with a pallet or other moving part around the
peripheral unit or get pinched in a pallet or other moving part.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Install safety fences and light curtains to prevent access to moving
parts during operation.
►Reference◄ Installation Manual, “Floor plan drawing”
4 WARNING When installing electrical wiring
►Description◄ If you fail to install primary power wiring and ground wiring as
specified, you may get an electric shock from ground-fault current or
may get pinched in a malfunctioning machine.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Install primary power wiring and ground wiring as shown on the
electric reference drawing.
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5 WARNING When installing gas piping
► H a z a r d ◄ Gas cylinders
►Description◄ The gas cylinder may tip over and crush your feet.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Secure the gas cylinder firmly to a stand, wall, column, or other
structural part.
►Reference◄ Installation Manual, “Assist gas supply”
5-2. Laser beam
6 WARNING When laser cutting
► H a z a r d ◄ Class 4 laser
►Description◄ If the partition of a Class 4 laser is broken, the laser beam may leak
outside. The Class 4 fiber laser beam is 1080 nm in wavelength and
invisible. This laser beam is infrared (close to visible light). If it
passes through the cornea and lens of the eye and is focused on the
retina by the lens action of the cornea and lens, the retina may be
damaged seriously. If the fiber laser beam directly enters your eyes
or the reflected or scattered reflection from the worksheet surface
hits your eyes, you may lose your eyesight or get your eyes burned.
► M e a s u r e ◄ At the start of the day’s work, check the partition and other protective
covers for breakage (holes) or burn marks and the door interlocks for
operation. If any abnormality is found, stop the use of the machine
and contact AMADA.
Take care that the laser safety goggles (attached to the machine)
cannot shield the laser beam when directly exposed to it. Even when
using visible laser to check the cutting position, be sure to wear the
laser safety goggles to prevent your eyes from being exposed to the
laser beam.
Do not remove the top partition.
►Reference◄ “1-1. Complying with safety laws, regulations, and standards
concerning laser cutting machines” described earlier
“1-7. Inspection and maintenance” described earlier
Operator’s Manual, Part 3, “1-4. Checking safety devices”
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7 WARNING When starting operation
► H a z a r d ◄ Secondary reflected laser beam (visible light and ultraviolet light)

►Description◄ During laser cutting, visible light and ultraviolet light are emitted from
the cutting point. If you directly look at highly bright visible light or at
ultraviolet light, you may get your eyesight reduced.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Every day, check the partition and other protective covers for
breakage (holes) or burn marks and problems. If any abnormality is
found, stop the use of the machine and contact AMADA.
Wear the laser safety goggles (attached to the machine). Take care
that the these goggles cannot shield the laser beam when directly
exposed to it.
►Reference◄ “1-1. Complying with safety laws, regulations, and standards
concerning laser cutting machines” described earlier
“1-7. Inspection and maintenance” described earlier
Operator’s Manual, Part 3, “1-4. Checking safety devices”
5-3. Fire and explosion
8 DANGER When laser cutting
► H a z a r d ◄ Magnesium dust
►Description◄ Dust generated from laser cutting magnesium and its alloys has the
highest risk of explosion.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Never laser cut magnesium and its alloys.
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9 WARNING At all times
► H a z a r d ◄ Titanium, aluminum, and zinc dusts

►Description◄ When mixed with oxidized iron and copper dusts, dusts of titanium,
aluminum, zinc, and their alloys collected in the machine, duct, and
dust collector cause a thermite reaction, produce high heat, and
explode.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Daily cleaning is important in preventing such dusts from collecting in
the machine, duct, and dust collector. Dedicate the machine to laser
cutting only one type of material. Or before or after laser cutting each
such material, completely remove the generated dust so that it does
not mix with the dust from laser cutting of the next material. After
laser cutting a material, change the dust box of the dust collector so
that the collected dust does not mix with the dust produced by laser
cutting of the next material.
►Reference◄ Operator’s Manual, Part 5, “2-1-7. Cleaning dust box of dust collector
(option)”
Operator’s Manual, Part 5, “2-1-8. Cleaning scrap box”
10 WARNING At all times
► H a z a r d ◄ Titanium, aluminum and zinc dusts, and water

►Description◄ When the dusts of titanium, aluminum, zinc, and their alloys collected
in the machine, duct, and dust collector react with water, they
produce high heat and hydrogen gas and may cause an explosion.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Daily cleaning is important in preventing such dusts from collecting in
the machine, duct, and dust collector. Dedicate the machine to laser
cutting only one type of material. Or before or after laser cutting each
such material, completely remove the generated dust so that it does
not mix with the dust from laser cutting of the next material. After
laser cutting a material, change the dust box of the dust collector so
that the collected dust does not mix with the dust produced by laser
cutting of the next material. Never pour water on a metal fire. Be sure
to have a fire extinguisher installed for metal fires.
(option)”
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► H a z a r d ◄ Laser beam
►Description◄ A fire may occur at any time during laser cutting.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Do not allow laser cutting to be performed
unattended. A source of fire may remain after
laser cutting. Take care against fire after laser
cutting.
Install a fire extinguisher near the machine so
that, should a fire occur, you can immediately put
out the fire with the fire extinguisher. You must
use different types of fire extinguishers for
different types of fire. There are fire extinguishers
for ordinary fires, oil fires, electrical fires, and
special fires (metal fires, for example). Provide
fire extinguishers suited for specific types of fires
expected to occur in your shop.
► H a z a r d ◄ Combustible materials
►Description◄ If a combustible material is struck by the reflected light of the laser or
spatter (flying molten metal) generated during laser cutting, it may
ignite and cause a fire.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Never place combustible materials (typically, oil, grease, acetone,
plastics, waste cloth, wood, paper, and dust collector filters) around
the machine. Wipe off any oil adhering to the processing pallet.
►Reference◄ Operator’s Manual, Part 5, “2-1-6. Cleaning table and area around
machine”
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► H a z a r d ◄ Combustible worksheets
►Description◄ Laser cutting of a combustible worksheet may result in a fire.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Do not laser cut acrylics, plywood, and other combustible materials.
Doing so always carries a risk of fire.
► H a z a r d ◄ Dust
►Description◄ Dust generated by laser cutting may present a fire risk as well as a
dust explosion risk. A dust explosion occurs the instant three
conditions, oxygen, dust concentration above the lower explosion
limit, and minimum ignition energy, are all met. If a large amount of
dust collects, it is scattered by a dust explosion and the scattered
dust may result in a larger secondary explosion.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Clean the scrap box and the dust box of the dust collector every day.
(option)”
► H a z a r d ◄ Dust and oxygen gas

►Description◄ When dust and oxygen assist gas accumulate to high enough levels,
they may cause a fire.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Constantly ventilate throughout the shop.
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► H a z a r d ◄ High-reflectivity worksheets
►Description◄ When a high-reflectivity worksheet is laser cut, the reflected light may
burn combustible materials in and around the machine. Especially,
marking presents a higher fire risk.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Take care that the warning “BEAM REFLECTING LEVEL 1” does not
occur.
►Reference◄ Alarm Lists, “5. Laser alarms (LAS)” LAS 4008 BEAM REFLECTING
LEVEL 1
► H a z a r d ◄ Reflected light from cutting defects

►Description◄ If you continue to operate the machine with a cutting defect, the
reflected light may burn combustible materials in and around the
machine.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Take full care not to continue to operate the machine with a cutting
defect.
► H a z a r d ◄ Filter of dust collector

►Description◄ If you continue to use a dirty filter in the dust collector, it may
eventually ignite and cause a fire.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Periodically check and change the filter. Leave a record of what you
have done. Check and change the filter of the dust collector on a
scheduled basis.
(option)”
Operator’s Manual, Part 5, “3-2. Checking dust collection filter
(option)”
Operator’s Manual, Part 5, “8-1. Changing duct collection filter
(option)”
► H a z a r d ◄ Oil
►Description◄ Spatter splashing onto the oil built up on the conveyor and
surrounding area may ignite the oil and cause a fire.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Wipe off the oil from the conveyor and surrounding area every day.
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5-4. Dust and gas
► H a z a r d ◄ Dust and assist gas

►Description◄ If dust and assist gas nitrogen or oxygen accumulate to high enough
levels, they may do harm to you.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Constantly ventilate throughout the shop.
► H a z a r d ◄ Polyvinyl chloride
►Description◄ When laser cut, polyvinyl chloride produces toxic hydrogen chloride
gas. Hydrogen chloride gas readily dissolves in water to give
hydrochloric acid. This hydrochloric acid corrodes equipment badly.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Never laser cut polyvinyl chloride.
► H a z a r d ◄ Nylon and polyurethane

►Description◄ When laser cut, nylon and polyurethane produce toxic hydrogen
cyanide gas.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Never laser cut nylon and polyurethane.
► H a z a r d ◄ Plastics
►Description◄ When laser cut, plastics may produce carbon monoxide and other
toxic gases.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Do not laser cut plastics.
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► H a z a r d ◄ Worksheets whose safety is not verified

►Description◄ When laser cut, these worksheets may produce toxic substances,
depending on their type.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Before you laser cut special worksheets or worksheets you have not
done before, ask their manufacturers if, when laser cut, they may
produce toxic gas or dust and if they present a fire or explosion risk.
5-5. Operation
25 WARNING When working in moving range of machine
► H a z a r d ◄ Moving parts of machine

►Description◄ You may get pinched in the moving parts of the machine.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Before you work in the moving range of the machine for loading
worksheets or unloading parts or scrap, press the STOP button, turn
the SHUTTER keyswitch to OFF and remove the key from the
keyswitch, and have it kept with the laser safety officer.
26 WARNING When setting worksheets and unloading parts
► H a z a r d ◄ Worksheets and moving parts of machine

►Description◄ If the operator operates the machine improperly while two or more
workers are loading worksheets or unloading parts together, the
workers may get pinched in the worksheets or moving parts of the
machine.
► M e a s u r e ◄ The machine must be operated by a single person familiar with how
to operate the machine. When you load worksheets or unload parts
with another or more workers, check each other’s safety while
checking their working conditions.
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27 WARNING At occurrence of trouble
►Description◄ If you continue to operate the machine after occurrence of trouble,
the machine may malfunction and pinch you, or the machine may
cause a fire.
► M e a s u r e ◄ As soon as you feel danger at the occurrence of trouble during the
operation of the machine, press the red EMERGENCY STOP button.
When pressed, the button is locked and can stop the machine totally.
It can also turn off the power to the laser oscillator and stop the laser
oscillation. As soon as you press the button, report the incident to the
laser safety officer.
►Reference◄ “3. Keyswitch and EMERGENCY STOP button arrangement
drawing” described earlier
Operator’s Manual, Part 2, “3-2. NC control panel” EMERGENCY
STOP button
28 CAUTION When setting worksheets
► H a z a r d ◄ Worksheets
►Description◄ The worksheet may drop from the table and injure your hands or feet.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Load the worksheet on the table so that it does not project from the
table.
29 CAUTION When setting worksheets
► H a z a r d ◄ Workclamps
►Description◄ You may get your fingers pinched in the workclamps.
► M e a s u r e ◄ When you clamp the worksheet, do not reach to the workclamps.
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30 CAUTION When unloading parts
► H a z a r d ◄ Parts just after cutting

►Description◄ If you touch a part just after cutting to remove it, you may get burned
by the residual heat of the part.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Wear leather gloves or take any other measure against burn injury.
31 CAUTION When unloading parts
► H a z a r d ◄ Pallets and skids

►Description◄ When you step on a pallet or skid, you may fall off the pallet or skid if
you lose your footing or the pallet or skid tilts.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Do not step on pallets and skids.
32 CAUTION When going inside partitioned area
► H a z a r d ◄ Door beam
►Description◄ You may hit your head on the beam.
► M e a s u r e ◄ When you open the door and go inside the partitioned area, be
careful not to hit your head on the beam. There is cushioning
material on the beam.
5-6. Maintenance
► H a z a r d ◄ Nitrogen gas
►Description◄ If the nitrogen assist gas cylinder is piped improperly, it may leak the
nitrogen gas. If the shop is filled with the nitrogen gas, you may be
adversely affected by it.
► M e a s u r e ◄ After you change the nitrogen assist gas cylinder, adjust the nitrogen
gas pressure after consulting your gas piping contractor or gas
distributor.
►Reference◄ Operator’s Manual, Part 5, “2-1-5. Checking residual pressure of
assist gas”
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► H a z a r d ◄ Oxygen gas
►Description◄ If the oxygen assist gas cylinder is piped improperly, it may leak the
oxygen gas. If the oxygen gas fills the shop, it may cause a fire.
► M e a s u r e ◄ After you change the oxygen assist gas cylinder, adjust the oxygen
gas pressure after consulting your gas piping contractor or gas
distributor.
►Reference◄ Operator’s Manual, Part 5, “2-1-5. Checking residual pressure of
assist gas”
35 WARNING When checking power supply
► H a z a r d ◄ Primary power wiring

►Description◄ If you inadvertently touch a live part when checking the shop’s
primary power wiring, you may get an electric shock.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Before you check the primary power wiring, turn off the machine
circuit breaker switch and the shop circuit breaker switch.
36 WARNING When cleaning workplace
►Description◄ Dust may do harm to you when inhaled and may present a fire risk
when accumulated.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Clean the workplace every day. Sweep the floor of the workplace
once or more per month. Vacuum or damp-dust the floor to prevent
the dust from flying in the air, or wear a dust mask. Never use
compressed air in the room to blow off dust from jigs and other
objects.
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37 WARNING When cleaning dust box of dust collector
►Description◄ When you clean the dust box of the dust collector, you may inhale the
dust. When inhaled, the dust may do harm to you.
► M e a s u r e ◄ When you clean the dust box of the dust collector, wear a dust mask
so that you do not inhale the dust. Wear long-sleeved clothing or
rubber gloves to prevent your skin from direct contact with the dust.
After the cleaning task, use a suction brush to remove the dust from
your clothing so that the dust does not fly in the air. Or shake the dust
off the clothing in outdoors.
(option)”
38 WARNING When cleaning filter of dust collector
►Description◄ When you check or change the filter of the dust collector, you may
inhale the dust. When inhaled, the dust may do harm to you.
► M e a s u r e ◄ When you check or change the filter of the dust collector, wear a dust
mask so that you do not inhale the dust. Wear long-sleeved clothing
or rubber gloves to prevent your skin from direct contact with the
dust. After the cleaning task, use a suction brush to remove the dust
from your clothing so that the dust does not fly in the air. Or shake the
dust off the clothing in outdoors.
►Reference◄ Operator’s Manual, Part 5, “3-2. Checking dust collection filter
(option)”
Operator’s Manual, Part 5, “8-1. Changing dust collection filter
(option)”
39 WARNING When maintaining and adjusting machine
►Description◄ If another worker inadvertently turns
on the power to the machine, the
machine may start unexpectedly.
► M e a s u r e ◄ When you maintain or adjust the
machine with the machine circuit
breaker switch set to OFF, lock out
the machine circuit breaker switch by
padlocking it.
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►Description◄ If another worker inadvertently turns on the compressed air to the
machine, the machine may start unexpectedly.
► M e a s u r e ◄ When you maintain or adjust the machine with the air valve (residual
pressure relief valve) set to EXH., lock out the air valve by padlocking
it, for example.
►Description◄ When you are maintaining or
adjusting the machine, another
worker may inadvertently operate the
machine without noticing that you are
doing so.
► M e a s u r e ◄ When performing maintenance and adjustment, post a sign to notify

other workers that maintenance and adjustment are under way.
42 WARNING When maintaining or cleaning cooling unit
► H a z a r d ◄ Inverter of cooling unit

►Description◄ When checking or cleaning the cooling fins and cooling fan of the
cooling unit inverter, touching the inverter may cause a burn or an
electric shock.
► M e a s u r e ◄ When maintaining or cleaning the cooling unit, wait at least ten
minutes after turning off its power.
43 WARNING When cleaning mirrors and adjusting alignment of mirror
► H a z a r d ◄ Laser beam
►Description◄ If you work improperly on the mirror in the machine, you may get
burned.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Be sure to ask AMADA to do this work.
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44 CAUTION When cleaning scrap box
► H a z a r d ◄ Scrap box
►Description◄ If you lift the scrap box with undue force when you clean the scrap
box of scrap and dust, you may hurt your back.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Do not lift the scrap box with undue force. Remove the scrap from the
scrap box and dispose of it little by little.
►Reference◄ Operator’s Manual, Part 5, “2-1-8. Cleaning scrap box”
45 CAUTION When checking and changing nozzle
► H a z a r d ◄ Nozzle
►Description◄ You may get your fingers hurt by a damaged nozzle.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Wear leather gloves or any other protective gear to handle such a
nozzle.
46 CAUTION When adding Cooling Cut cooling water to tank
► H a z a r d ◄ Rust inhibitor for Cooling Cut cooling water

►Description◄ If the rust inhibitor stock solution inadvertently gets in your eyes
when you mix water and the rust inhibitor, you may get your eyes
seriously irritated or injured.
► M e a s u r e ◄ If the rust inhibitor stock solution gets in your eyes, wash your eyes
carefully for a few minutes. If you wear contact lenses and can easily
remove them, remove them and continue to wash the eyes.
►Reference◄ Operator’s Manual, Appendix, “1-3. Sugimura Chemical Industrial
Preton EM-320”
47 CAUTION When adding shot agent to shot tank
► H a z a r d ◄ Shot agent for Oil shot

►Description◄ When you add the shot agent to the shot tank, you may get the shot
agent in your eyes and may get your eyes reddened or stung by the
shot agent.
► M e a s u r e ◄ If the shot agent gets in your eyes, wash the eyes carefully 15 min or
more. If you wear contact lenses and can easily remove them,
remove them and continue to wash the eyes. If the eye irritation
persists, seek medical help at once.
►Reference◄ Operator’s Manual, Appendix, “1-2. Showa Water Industries AS14”
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5-7. Disposal
48 WARNING When disposing of recovered dust
►Description◄ When inhaled, the dust may do harm to you.
► M e a s u r e ◄ Seal the recovered dust in a can or bag so that it does not fly in the
air. Dispose of it as industrial waste. Do not dispose of it like
household waste.
49 WARNING When disposing of CFC substitute in cooling unit
► H a z a r d ◄ CFC substitute
►Description◄ If you get your skin in direct contact with the liquefied CFC substitute,
you may get frostbite. If the CFC substitute gets in contact with a fire
or hot metal, it may produce a toxic gas.
If a large amount of the CFC substitute is discharged in a closed
room, suffocation may result from the reduction of the oxygen
concentration. If released into the atmosphere, the CFC substitute
may cause ozone layer destruction and global warming.
► M e a s u r e ◄ When you want to have the CFC substitute drained or added when
you dispose of or repair the cooling unit, ask a specialized contractor
to do so as specified in the country or region of use.
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6. Warning labels
Keep the warning labels well noticeable and never remove them.
If any warning label affixed on the machine is damaged or lost, immediately request
AMADA for a new one and attach it to the same position.
6-1. For CE mark countries

6-1-1. Shuttle table right specification
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6-1-2. Shuttle table left specification
28
6-1-3. Common to shuttle table right and left specifications
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30
6-2. For non-CE mark countries
6-2-1. Shuttle table right specification
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6-2-2. Shuttle table left specification
32
6-2-3. Common to shuttle table right and left specifications
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Part 1
Description
1. Description ...................................................................... 1-2

1-1. General view............................................................. 1-2
1-2. Machine .................................................................... 1-2
1-2-1. Frame (X-axis) ................................................... 1-2
1-2-2. Table .................................................................. 1-2
1-2-3. Manual X-gauge block ....................................... 1-2
1-2-4. Workclamps ....................................................... 1-3
1-2-5. Partitions............................................................ 1-3
1-3. Carriage .................................................................... 1-3
1-3-1. Carriage (X-axis)................................................ 1-3
1-3-2. Laser head (Y-, Z-, B-, and CF-axes) ................ 1-4
1-3-3. Process fiber and beam controller..................... 1-6
1-4. NC system ................................................................ 1-6
1-5. Laser oscillator ......................................................... 1-6
1-6. Cooling unit............................................................... 1-7
1-7. Dust collector (option)............................................... 1-7
1-8. Shuttle table.............................................................. 1-7
1-9. Pallet changer (option) ............................................. 1-7
2. Safety functions............................................................... 1-8
2-1. Operator safety......................................................... 1-8
2-2. Machine safety ......................................................... 1-8
3. Specifications ................................................................. 1-11
3-1. Configuration ........................................................... 1-11
3-2. Environment ............................................................ 1-11
3-3. Machine ................................................................... 1-12
3-4. Laser oscillator ........................................................ 1-13
3-5. NC system ............................................................... 1-13
3-6. Information on sound............................................... 1-14
3-7. Declaration of conformity......................................... 1-15
1-1
1. Description
1-1. General view
NC UNIT BOX
LASER OSCILLATOR
TABLE (INSIDE PARTITIONS)
SHUTTLE TABLE
PARTITION
NC CONTROL BOX
1-2. Machine
1-2-1. Frame (X-axis)
The table, carriage (X-axis), and laser oscillator are installed on the frame. Racks are
installed on both sides of the frame to move the carriage driven along the X-axis.
1-2-2. Table
Skids are installed to the table to support a worksheet.
1-2-3. Manual X-gauge block

The manual X-gauge block is a pin that serves as origin for clamping a worksheet.
The worksheet is manually pushed against the manual X-gauge block to position it.
NOTICE
 When laser cutting a worksheet, lower the manual X-gauge block.
1-2
1-2-4. Workclamps
The LCG3015AJ shuttle table specification and LCG4020AJ shuttle table
specification are equipped with four and six workclamps respectively.
Depending on the specifications of the machine, there are the manual workclamps
and the pneumatic workclamps (option).
For the manual workclamps, opening and closing of the workclamps (clamping and
unclamping of the worksheet) are performed by using each clamp handle.
For the pneumatic workclamps, opening and closing of the workclamps (clamping
and unclamping of the worksheet) on the machine can be performed by pressing the
foot switch. The workclamps on the shuttle table can be opened and closed by
pressing the button on the shuttle table control panel. The maximum opening width of
the workclamps is 40 mm {1.57 in.} for the LCG AJ shuttle table specification.
1-2-5. Partitions
The machine is provided with the partitions. You can open and close the doors of the
partitions by hand.
LCG AJ shuttle table specification

 Front partitions (right and left opening sliding doors)
 Rear partitions (four screw fixed panels with screw fixed access panels)
 Side partition (sliding door)
 Top partitions (four screw fixed roofs)
1-3. Carriage
1-3-1. Carriage (X-axis)
The carriage is driven along the X-axis (+/–) direction by the AC servo motors
installed to the carriage. The carriage has the laser head (Y-, Z-, B-, and CF-axes)
installed.
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1-3-2. Laser head (Y-, Z-, B-, and CF-axes)
The laser head consists of a laser head collision detector, a lens unit, and a nozzle
unit.
The laser beam emitted from the laser oscillator is focused by the lens of the laser
head onto the worksheet on the table. The energy of the laser beam thus
concentrated is used to cut the worksheet.
The nozzle ejects the focused laser beam and the assist gas that increases the laser
cutting efficiency and protects the lens during the cutting operation.
The laser head is moved above the table in the Y-axis (+/–) direction by the carriage.
It is vertically driven along the Z-axis.
The B-axis vertically drives the lens unit to adjust the focal point.
The CF-axis is located at the emitter part of the process fiber and it changes the
beam characteristics.
LENS UNIT
NOZZLE UNIT
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1) Nozzle unit
The nozzle unit consists of a nozzle and a plug. It is installed in the laser head. The
nozzle changer for automatic change is available.
[1] Nozzle
The nozzle emits the laser beam and assist gas.
The nozzle is available in the types of S2.0, D2.0F, D4.0C, S1.2FE, etc. Numbers
and symbolic representation of the nozzle show the nozzle hole diameter (mm) and
the nozzle type, respectively. Use a nozzle that suits your job by referring to the
processing condition file.
Symbol Nozzle type
S*.* Single-type standard nozzle
D*.*F Double-type (double-walled) Fiber laser nozzle
D*.*W Double-type (double-walled) WACS nozzle
S*.*FE Single-type Fiber laser ECO Cut nozzle
D*.*FE Double-type (double-walled) Fiber laser ECO Cut nozzle
D*.* Double-type (double-walled) standard nozzle
S*.*C Single-type Clean Cut nozzle
D*.*C Double-type (double-walled) Clean Cut nozzle
D*.*AL Double-type (double-walled) Aluminum cut nozzle
[2] Plug
The plug is the part used to install the nozzle.
2) Lens unit
The lens is installed in the lens unit. The lens unit is also used to adjust the center of
the laser beam at the cutting position of the worksheet.
REFERENCE
 For the adjusting procedure, refer to “2-9. Centering nozzle” in Part 3.
[1] Lens
The lens focuses the laser beam onto the worksheet on the table.
The lens is available in the types of 190 and 190AX. Numerical representation of a
lens shows the focal length (mm). Use a lens that suits your job by referring to the
processing condition file.
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[2] Lens holder
The lens holder is fitted with a centering mechanism. The lens holders for the 190
and 190AX lenses are available.
3) Laser head collision detector

This basic part is located where the laser head is installed along the Z-axis. It is
equipped with a protection mechanism for preventing damage to the laser head and
machine when the laser head (nozzle unit) is subjected to an external force.
1-3-3. Process fiber and beam controller

The process fiber guides the laser beam output from the laser oscillator to the upper
part of the laser head (beam controller). The laser beam changes its direction when it
hits a bend mirror and then is emitted from the laser head.
REFERENCE
 For the A/O bend mirror, refer to “20. Active Cut” in Part 4.
1-4. NC system
The NC system controls the drive of the axes, motion of the respective components,
and operation of the laser oscillator and cooling unit. The NC system consists of the
NC unit box and NC control box. The NC unit box is installed in the upper right of the
rear of the machine. The NC control box is in a fixed position so that the operation
surface is facing to the left at the front of the left side of the machine.
1-5. Laser oscillator

The laser oscillator is installed on the machine.
The laser oscillator generates (or outputs) invisible laser beam by using a LD (laser
diode) as a medium.
The laser beam output conditions are determined according to worksheet material
type and thickness, cutting rate and the like and are controlled by the NC system.
A red visible laser beam (semiconductor laser beam) can also be emitted. It is used
to verify the cutting position of the worksheet before actually cutting the worksheet
with the invisible laser beam.
(For the detailed operation and maintenance of the laser oscillator, refer to its
operator’s manual.)
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1-6. Cooling unit
The cooling unit is installed separate from the machine.
The cooling unit circulates cooling water through mirrors of the laser oscillator and
machine, so that the laser oscillator can produce a stable invisible laser beam and
the machine can be operated stable.
Run the cooling water through a deionizer before its use.
(For the detailed operation and maintenance of the cooling unit, refer to its operator’s
manual.)
1-7. Dust collector (option)

The dust collector is installed separate from the machine.
A dust collection opening is provided in the frame to remove the generated dust. The
dust is collected in the filter of the dust collector.
(For the detailed operation and maintenance of the dust collector, refer to its
operator’s manual.)
1-8. Shuttle table

The shuttle table (LST) is installed on the alongside of the machine.
The shuttle table has two pallets and shuttles the pallets to the machine. The shuttle
table is adjusted to the same pass line as the table of the machine, so that it can
exchange a pallet with the table of the machine. (For the detailed operation and
maintenance of the shuttle table, refer to its operator’s manual.)
1-9. Pallet changer (option)

The pallet changer (AS unit) is installed alongside the machine. It stores two or more
pallets in its shelves and automatically exchanges the pallets with the machine. (For
details of the operation and maintenance of the pallet changer, refer to the operator’s
manual attached to the pallet changer.)
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2. Safety functions
The machine has functions that are designed to safeguard the operator as well as
the machine itself as described below.
2-1. Operator safety

Automatic power shutdown:
The NC unit and the laser oscillator will be shut down automatically if an overcurrent
is supplied.
Interlocks:
The machine cannot start its automatic operation when the interlocks are actuated or
the workclamps are open. The machine will stop as soon as it encounters either of
the states mentioned above during its automatic operation. While supplying the
electric power to the laser oscillator, opening a door of the laser oscillator box will
stop the supply of electric power.
STOP and EMERGENCY STOP buttons:

The machine cannot start its automatic operation when one of the STOP or
EMERGENCY STOP buttons is left in the pressed state. The machine will stop its
automatic operation as soon as one of the buttons is pressed.
2-2. Machine safety

Laser head protection:
The laser head will collapse at its joint if it hits the worksheet, etc., and the machine
will stop.
Servosystem protection:
The machine will stop if a servo motor is overloaded or an irregularity has been
caused in the servo system.
Overtravel detection:
The machine will stop if the laser head has overtraveled.
Low air pressure detection:

The machine will stop if the operating air pressure has gone down below the required
pressure.
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Low assist gas pressure detection:
The machine will stop if the assist gas pressure has gone down below the required
pressure.
Reduced cooling water flow detection:

The machine will stop if the cooling water flow has been reduced below the required
flow.
Program precheck:
The program can be checked for syntax errors and overtravels without running the
machine — prior to its execution for actual cutting.
Dead zone detection function:

To prevent the laser head from striking a workclamp, the machine stops operating as
soon as during automatic operation the laser head enters the dead zone where it is
likely to strike a workclamp. This function is disabled when the [OFF] button is
illuminated under [PANEL] in Common Tools -> [OPERATION] -> [Dead Zone] on the
touch screen.
The dead zone is as follows:
X-axis = none, Y-axis = 40 mm {1.57 in.}
Workclamp interference area deceleration function:

To reduce the speed at which the laser head may strike a workclamp, the laser head
is decelerated as it enters the deceleration area during automatic rapid feed or
manual feed. This function is disabled when the [OFF] button is illuminated under
[PANEL] in Common Tools -> [OPERATION] -> [Clamp Deceleration] on the touch
screen.
When the dead zone detection function described earlier is enabled, the dead zone
detection function (or machine stop) prioritizes over the workclamp interference area
deceleration function and the laser head is not decelerated.
Low purge pressure detection:

The machine will stop as soon as the purge pressure falls below the specified level.
Aperture overheat detection:

The machine will stop as soon as the aperture temperature rises above the specified
level.
Lens overheat detection:

The machine will stop as soon as lens temperature rises above the specified level.
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Dust collection filter damage detection (option):
The machine and the dust collector will stop as soon as heat is detected from the
burning dust collection filter.
The dust collector has a device that supplies nitrogen gas and prevents the fire from
spreading. Connect a nitrogen cylinder with the nitrogen inlet of the machine.
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3. Specifications
3-1. Configuration
The machine is composed of the units shown in the table below.
Unit Model Qty
1
(Model is
Machine LCG3015AJ LCG4020AJ
specified by
customer)
1
Laser (Model is
AJ2000 AJ3000 AJ4000 AJ6000 AJ9000
oscillator specified by
customer)
Cooling unit — 1
NC unit AMNC3i (FS31i-LB) 1
1
Dust collector —
(option)
Accessories — 1 set
3-2. Environment
Item Operating Storage/transportation
Ambient temperature 5 to 35°C –20 to 60°C
{41 to 95°F} {–4 to 140°F}
Maximum relative Normal
humidity 75%, non-condensing
Short term
(within 1 month) 95%, non-condensing
Allowable Acceleration 0.49 m/s2 9.8 m/s2

vibration level {1.61 ft/s2} {32.15 ft/s2}
Amplitude 5 µm —
Allowable altitude 1000 m {3281 ft} 12000 m {39370 ft}
Required illumination 500 lux —
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3-3. Machine
Item Specification
Model LCG3015AJ LCG4020AJ
Travel method X- and Y-axes: Optics travel
Control method Simultaneous control of X-, Y- and Z-axes, plus B- and
CF-axes
X-axis 3070 mm {120.87 in.} 4070 mm {160.24 in.}
Axis travel Y-axis 1550 mm {61.02 in.} 2050 mm {80.71 in.}
Z-axis 100 mm {3.94 in.}
X-axis 3070 mm {120.87 in.} 4070 mm {160.24 in.}
Cutting area Y-axis 1550 mm {61.02 in.} 2050 mm {80.71 in.}
Z-axis 100 mm {3.94 in.}
Cutting feed X-axis 0 to 120 m/min {0 to 393.7 fpm}
rate Y-axis 0 to 120 m/min {0 to 393.7 fpm}
X-axis 120 m/min {393.7 fpm}
Max. rapid feed
Y-axis 120 m/min {393.7 fpm}
rate
Z-axis 80 m/min {262.5 fpm}
Max. worksheet mass 920 kg {2029 lb} 1570 kg {3462 lb}
Least input increment 0.001 mm {0.0001 in.}
Drive feed method X- and Y-axes: Rack and pinion
Z-axis: Ball screw
Assist gas type selector Automatic selection
Table height 940 mm {37.0 in.}
Mass 9100 kg {20065 lb} (AJ2000) 12200 kg {26896 lb} (AJ2000)
(including laser oscillator) 9100 kg {20065 lb} (AJ3000) 12200 kg {26896 lb} (AJ3000)
9300 kg {20503 lb} (AJ4000) 12400 kg {27337 lb} (AJ4000)
9500 kg {20944 lb} (AJ6000) 12600 kg {27778 lb} (AJ6000)
9600 kg {21164 lb} (AJ9000) 12700 kg {27999 lb} (AJ9000)
Power supply (excluding AC, three phases,
laser oscillator) 200 V ±10%, 50/60 Hz ±1 Hz
220 V ±10%, 60 Hz ±1 Hz
4 kVA
Full-load current (for
50 A
machine and shuttle table)
Short-circuit current rating
5 kA
(SCCR)
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3-4. Laser oscillator
For the specifications of the laser oscillator, refer to its operator’s manual.
3-5. NC system
Item Specification
Model AMNC3i (FS31i-LB)
NC control method Semi-closed loop method
X-, Y- and Z-axes simultaneous control
Control functions
Laser oscillator control
Keyboard
Program input methods USB
LAN (Ethernet)
Minimum position detection
0.001 mm {0.0001 in.}
accuracy
128 MB
Executable program size
Program storage capacity
depends on NC memory capacity
NC memory capacity: 2560 m of tape (about 1 MB)
Ambient
5 to 40°C {41 to 104°F}
temperature
Environment
Max. relative
75% without dew condensation
humidity
NC modes RETRACT, MEMORY, MANUAL
Pre-edit Utility
Schedule Processing conditions
Display functions
Program Maintenance
Result
I/O interfaces LAN, USB
Display 21.5-inch color LCD touch screen
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3-6. Information on sound
INFORMATION ON SOUND IN ACCORDANCE WITH ACT 92767 Section 1.7.4
Appendix 1
Transposing into French law the 89/392 Machine Directive and mentioned in article
R233-84 from the Labor Code.
AUDIBLE EMISSION
AT WORK STATION: LA eq = 77.8 dBA, when machine is operating
SUS304 Stainless Plate

Thickness: 10 mm {0.39 in.}
Size: 1000 x 1000 mm {39.37 x 39.37 in.}
Cutting feed rate: 0.4 m/min {15.8 in./min}
Laser output: 2000 W
Assist gas pressure: 3.0 MPa {435 psi}
1m
(3.28ft)
ADVICE FOR DECREASING THE DAILY SOUND EXPOSURE LEVEL

The sound level emitted by a machine depends greatly upon the setting up
conditions and the environment of that machine, on the thickness and nature of the
materials being worked and of the tooling being used.
Depending on the site layout, it may be necessary to use technical means to reduce
noise or to organize work so as to protect neighboring workstations:
workstation distances, screens, partition doors, acoustic correction of premises' walls,
decreased exposure time of operators to noise.
Wearing individual aural protection is highly recommended in all cases.
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3-7. Declaration of conformity
Each machine comes with a certificate of conformity with respects to the CE visa as
described below.
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1-16
Each machine is fitted with a numerical plate fixed permanently on the frame,
together with a CE plate in accordance with the current regulation.
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Part 2
Controls
1. Arrangement and names of controls ............................... 2-2

2. Circuit breaker switches .................................................. 2-3
3. NC control box................................................................. 2-4
3-1. Touch screen ............................................................ 2-4
3-2. NC control panel....................................................... 2-5
3-3. Shuttle table control panel ........................................ 2-9
3-4. USB ports ................................................................ 2-10
3-5. Handwheel control box interface ............................. 2-11
3-6. Handwheel control box ............................................ 2-11
4. NC unit box..................................................................... 2-13
5. Other controls................................................................. 2-15
5-1. Foot switch (option) ................................................. 2-15
5-2. Free-motion ball bearing control panel .................... 2-15
2-1
1. Arrangement and names of controls
LCG AJ series
LASER OSCILLATOR
CIRCUIT BREAKER SWITCH
MACHINE CIRCUIT
BREAKER SWITCH
NC CONTROL SHUTTLE TABLE CONTROL PANEL

PANEL (SHUTTLE TABLE RIGHT SPECIFICATION)
SHUTTLE TABLE
CONTROL PANEL
(SHUTTLE TABLE
LEFT SPECIFICATION)
WARMING UP SWITCH
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2. Circuit breaker switches
Machine circuit breaker switch
NOTICE
 Never turn the machine circuit breaker switch to OFF when the POWER ON/OFF
button on the NC control panel is illuminated.
Turn the machine circuit breaker switch to ON to turn on the power to the machine
and to make NC unit ready for turning on its power.
The NC unit starts when you press the POWER ON/OFF button on the NC control
panel.
Normally, when you press the POWER ON/OFF button to turn the power off, the
power of the NC unit is powered off when the power-off process (close process) is
completed, and the position of the machine circuit breaker switch changes to TRIP
automatically.
When the POWER ON/OFF button is pressed, the buzzer sounds several times.
While the buzzer is sounding, you can cancel the close process by pressing the
POWER ON/OFF button again.
The switch knob can be padlocked when the switch is turned to OFF. Padlocking the
switch knob prevents the power of the machine from being inadvertently turned on
during maintenance, for example.
When a failure like a short occurs or an overcurrent flows during the operation of the
machine, the machine circuit breaker switch automatically changes to TRIP to turn
off the power of the machine. In the breaker tripped state, stop the use of the
machine, and contact AMADA.
Laser oscillator circuit breaker switch

NOTICE
 Do not turn the laser oscillator circuit breaker switch to OFF when the
OSCILLATOR ON/OFF button on the NC control panel is illuminated.
Turn the laser oscillator circuit breaker switch to ON to make the laser oscillator
ready for turning on its power.
The laser oscillator starts when you press the OSCILLATOR ON/OFF button on the
NC control panel.
Normally, when you press the OSCILLATOR ON/OFF button to turn the power off,
the power of the laser oscillator is powered off when the power-off process (close
process) is completed. After that, manually turn the oscillator circuit breaker switch to
OFF.
When a failure like a short occurs or an overcurrent flows during the operation of the
machine, the laser oscillator circuit breaker switch automatically changes to TRIP to
turn off the power of the laser oscillator. In the breaker tripped state, stop the use of
the machine, and contact AMADA.
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3. NC control box
The NC control box consists of a touch screen, an NC control panel, and USB ports
among other things.
TOUCH SCREEN
USB PORT
NC CONTROL PANEL
KEYBOARD
3-1. Touch screen

This is a 21.5-inch color LCD touch screen. Press one of the buttons displayed on
the screen to select the corresponding function. These functions allow you to set the
machine operating controls and to display and edit the programs. You can also check
the status of the machine.
REFERENCE
 For the details of the applications, refer to the Reference Manual.
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3-2. NC control panel
[3] RETRACT button [12] STOP button
[4] MANUAL button [11] START button
[1] POWER ON/OFF button [5] MEMORY button
[9] NC RESET button
[2] OSCILLATOR ON/OFF button
[7] FEED – (minus) [6] FEED + (plus) [14] SAFETY DEVICE

button button RESET button
[13] EMERGENCY
[8] OVERRIDE knob [10] SHUTTER keyswitch
STOP button
NOTE
 The arrangement and number of controls may vary with the selection of options.
[1] POWER ON/OFF button (light built in)

Pressed to illuminate the button light and turn on the power of the NC unit.
To turn on the power of the NC unit, turn the machine circuit breaker switch to ON
and then press the POWER ON/OFF button.
While the NC unit is powered on, pressing the button turns off the power of the NC
unit. When you press the button while the NC unit is powered on, the buzzer sounds
several times and the power-off processing (close process) automatically starts. You
can cancel the close process by pressing the button again while the buzzer is
sounding.
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[2] OSCILLATOR ON/OFF button (light built in)
Starts and stops the laser oscillator.
Pressed to flash the button light to turn on the power of the laser oscillator. When the
laser oscillator is ready, the button light illuminates steady.
To turn on the laser oscillator, turn the laser oscillator circuit breaker switch to ON
and then press the OSCILLATOR ON/OFF button.
While the laser oscillator is powered on, pressing the button disables the supply of
the voltage to the laser oscillator within 5 seconds.
NOTE
 When the machine enters an emergency stop state while the laser oscillator is
powered on, the OSCILLATOR ON/OFF button extinguishes, and the main electric
circuit stops working.
Clear the emergency stop state, reset the alarm, and press the OSCILLATOR
ON/OFF button to flash itself and restart the laser oscillator.
When the laser oscillator is ready, the button illuminates steady.
[3]/[4]/[5] MODE buttons

Select the NC mode of the machine. When a MODE button is pressed, it illuminates.
The RETRACT mode is selected by default when the power of the machine is turned
on.
[3] RETRACT button (light built in)

Pressed and illuminated to show the RET. window of HMI.
[4] MANUAL button (light built in)

Pressed and illuminated to show the MAN. window of HMI and flash both the FEED
+/– buttons when an axis is selected.
[5] MEMORY button (light built in)

Pressed and illuminated to perform the automatic operation run by an AMNC3i
LASER application.
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[6]/[7] FEED (+/–) buttons (light built in)
When the MANUAL mode is selected, pressing and holding one of these buttons
moves the associated axis in the direction marked on the button.
To select an axis, select the [Axis Select] button for the axis that you want to move on
the MAN. window.
Description of operation
Axis selected FEED button MANUAL mode

The X-axis moves in the plus direction (or toward
+
X the origin).
– The X-axis moves in the minus direction.
The Y-axis moves in the plus direction (or toward
+
Y the origin).
– The Y-axis moves in the minus direction.
The Z-axis moves in the plus direction (or toward
+
Z the origin).
– The Z-axis moves in the minus direction.
[8] OVERRIDE knob

Used to change the cutting feed magnification rate of cutting. (0 to 120%)
[9] NC RESET button (light built in)

Used to clear a machine alarm. When a machine alarm occurs, the button light
flashes and [Alarm indicator] on the touch screen illuminates. Remove the cause of
the alarm, and press the NC RESET button to clear the machine alarm with the
program returned to the beginning (NC unit reset). The button light and [Alarm
indicator] are also extinguished.
When this button is pressed without the cause of the alarm being removed, the
machine alarm will be cleared with the program returned to the beginning. The
[Alarm indicator] remains illuminating.
[10] SHUTTER keyswitch

ON (I): Enables the shutter of the laser oscillator to be opened.
OFF (O): Disables the shutter of the laser oscillator to be opened and emits the
semiconductor laser beam from the laser head. When the machine is not
in use, turn the keyswitch to OFF, remove the key from the keyswitch, and
hand the key to the laser equipment manager for his safekeeping.
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[11] START button (light built in)
Pressed to start the automatic operation of the machine when the MEMORY mode is
selected.
Illuminated: The machine is automatically operating.
Extinguished: The machine is not automatically operating.
Pressed to perform the zero-return when the button flashes and the RETRACT mode
is selected.
[12] STOP button (light built in)

Pressed to illuminate and stop the automatic operation of the machine. Press the
STOP button again to clear the stop state. The button light extinguishes.
Illuminated: The STOP button is pressed or the machine is stopped by an alarm,
for example.
Extinguished: The machine is not stopped.
[13] EMERGENCY STOP button
DANGER
 Before unlocking the EMERGENCY STOP button, be sure to
remove the cause of the emergency stop and check for safety
around the machine.
Pressed to immediately stop the power to the machine and discontinue the operation
of the machine in any mode.
The NC unit enters an emergency stop condition and stops its automatic operation.
The laser oscillator stops its oscillation.
The button will be locked when pressed and can be unlocked by turning it clockwise.
After pressing the NC RESET button to clear the emergency stop, be sure to
zero-return the machine.
NOTE
 There are three EMERGENCY STOP buttons: one each on the NC control panel,
shuttle table control panel, and free-motion ball bearing control panel.
 Zero-return the Z-axis, followed by the X- and Y-axes in that order.
[14] SAFETY DEVICE RESET button (light built in)

The machine stops and the button light of SAFETY DEVICE RESET button flashes
when the safety device operates.
Remove the cause of the operation of the safety device, and press the button to clear
the stop state and ready the safety device.
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3-3. Shuttle table control panel
The shuttle table control panel is located under the laser oscillator on the front of the
machine and below the NC control panel for the shuttle table right and left
specifications, respectively.
For the details of the shuttle table control panel, refer to the operator’s manual of the
shuttle table.
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3-4. USB ports
Open the cover cap before use.
Insert the USB flash drive into the USB port
to input and output data and programs
between the USB flash drive and NC unit.
NOTICE
USB PORT
 The AMNC3i LASER is installed with
security software. Take extra care against
viruses and other malicious software. Do
not connect media of unknown origin into
the USB port.
NOTE
 The processing programs saved in the USB flash drive may not be able to be listed
on the screen in the SDD format and transfer identifier format, depending on their
total capacity or number. In such a case, delete some processing programs saved
in the USB flash drive.
 The processing programs may not be able to be saved in the root directory of a
USB flash drive formatted in the FAT16 file system because the number of files
that can be saved is predetermined, irrespective of its free capacity.
 It is recommended to remove the USB flash drive from the USB port when the NC
unit is powered off. If you want to remove the USB flash drive while the NC unit is
powered on, check that the access LED of the USB flash drive is not flashing, and
then remove the USB flash drive. For the details of removal of the USB flash drive,
refer to “2. Removing USB flash drives” in Appendix in the Reference Manual.
 Do not connect any device other than the USB flash drive and barcode reader into
the USB port. Some USB flash drive may not operate in the AMNC3i LASER.
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3-5. Handwheel control box interface
Located on the curled code connecting bracket in the
bottom of the NC control box.
Connects the handwheel control box.
3-6. Handwheel control box
[5] HANDWHEEL MODE

[1] HANDWHEEL MODE BUTTON
ENABLE LIGHT
[3] MAGNIFICATION
SELECTION SWITCH
[4] HANDWHEEL
[2] AXIS SELECTION SWITCH
[1] Handwheel mode button

Pressed to illuminate the handwheel mode enable light, enable the operation of the
machine with the handwheel control box, and extinguish the lights of the RETRACT,
MEMORY and MANUAL buttons.
Pressed again to extinguish the handwheel mode enable light and disable the
operation of the machine with the handwheel control box.
[2] Axis selection switch

Selects the axis to be moved by the handwheel.
Turned to the position below to enable the selected axis.
Turned to X to select the X-axis.
Turned to Y to select the Y-axis.
Turned to Z to select the Z-axis.
Turned to B to select the B-axis.
Turned to A to select the CF-axis.
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[3] Magnification selection switch
Selects the feed magnification for the handwheel.
×1: Feeds in 0.001 mm {0.0001 in.} per graduation.
×1000: Feeds in 1 mm {0.1 in.} per graduation.
[4] Handwheel
Moves the axis that was selected with the axis selection switch at the feed rate that
was selected with the magnification selection switch. Turning clockwise moves the
axis in the + (plus) direction while turning counterclockwise moves it in the – (minus)
direction.
[5] Handwheel mode enable light

This light illuminates when the handwheel mode button is pressed to enable the
handwheel mode.
Pressing the handwheel mode button again extinguishes the light and disable the
handwheel mode.
Illuminated: The handwheel mode is enabled.
Extinguished: The handwheel mode is disabled.
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4. NC unit box
WARMING UP switch and Machine circuit breaker switch and
APC battery box side laser oscillator circuit breaker switch side
[1] Machine circuit breaker switch

This can be used to turn on the power of the
machine.
Refer to “2. Circuit breaker switches” in this Part.
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[2] WARMING UP switch
ON (I): Enables the warming up of the cooling unit. (Keep the switch turned to ON
normally.)
OFF (O): Disables the warming up of the cooling unit.
NOTE
 Warming up refers to the automatic operation of the cooling unit to keep the
cooling water tank at the temperature set by an external temperature sensor after
the stop of the cooling unit.
[3] APC battery box (four size D alkaline batteries)

This box contains the batteries used for storing the coordinate positions of axes.
[2] WARMING UP SWITCH
[3] APC BATTERY BOX
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5. Other controls
5-1. Foot switch (option)
Pressed to open and close the pneumatic
workclamps.
Put your foot on the foot switch pedal exactly. Press
and hold the foot switch until the workclamps are
closed. Release the pedal, and press and hold it
again to open the workclamps.
5-2. Free-motion ball bearing control panel

For the details of the free-motion ball bearing control panel, refer to the operator’s
manual of the shuttle table.
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Part 3
Operation
1. Preparation procedures................................................... 3-3

1-1. Checking before start of day’s work ......................... 3-3
1-2. Starting up machine.................................................. 3-3
1-3. Zero-returning........................................................... 3-5
1-3-1. Zero-returning all axes....................................... 3-6
1-3-2. Zero-returning each axis.................................... 3-7
1-4. Checking safety devices........................................... 3-7
1-4-1. Checking interlocks for operation ...................... 3-7
1-4-2. Checking partitions ............................................ 3-8
1-4-3. Checking EMERGENCY STOP buttons
for operation ...................................................... 3-8
1-5. Starting up laser oscillator ........................................ 3-9
2. Preparing for automatic operation ................................... 3-9
2-1. Calling program or programs.................................... 3-9
2-1-1. Single-program operation .................................. 3-9
2-1-2. Schedule operation........................................... 3-10
2-2. Setting up ................................................................ 3-12
2-3. Checking processing condition file .......................... 3-13
2-4. Setting worksheet .................................................... 3-14
WARNING
 Before working in the hazardous area around the machine (for
setting the worksheet or removing the part or scrap, for example),
be sure to press the STOP button, turn the SHUTTER keyswitch to
OFF and remove the key from the keyswitch, and have it kept with
the laser safety officer.
3-1
2-5. Changing nozzle...................................................... 3-15
2-5-1. Removing nozzle unit ....................................... 3-16
2-5-2. Installing nozzle unit ......................................... 3-17
2-6. Changing lens ......................................................... 3-19
2-6-1. Removing lens.................................................. 3-20
2-6-2. Installing lens .................................................... 3-22
2-7. Installing and removing lens protection window...... 3-24
2-7-1. Removing lens protection window .................... 3-25
2-7-2. Installing lens protection window ...................... 3-28
2-8. Checking assist gas ................................................ 3-30
2-9. Centering nozzle ..................................................... 3-31
2-10. Calibrating Z-axis tracking sensor ......................... 3-37
2-11. Cleaning nozzle ..................................................... 3-38
2-12. Dedicated nozzle for
fiber laser cutting machines .................................. 3-39
2-13. Adjusting focal point reference position................. 3-40
2-14. Setting operating method ...................................... 3-42
2-14-1. OPERATION button........................................ 3-42
2-14-2. LASER button ................................................. 3-43
2-14-3. SETUP button................................................. 3-44
2-14-4. Override window ............................................. 3-44
3. Automatic operation ....................................................... 3-45
3-1. Executing program .................................................. 3-45
3-2. Executing multiple-part cutting program.................. 3-47
3-3. Stopping automatic operation.................................. 3-47
3-3-1. Stop by program command .............................. 3-47
3-3-2. Stop by switch operation................................... 3-48
3-3-3. Alarm stop......................................................... 3-49
3-3-4. Safety device stop ............................................ 3-49
3-4. Removing parts ....................................................... 3-50
4. Ending procedure (turning off power of machine).......... 3-51
3-2
1. Preparation procedures
1-1. Checking before start of day’s work
WARNING
 Be sure to check the machine before the start of the day’s work.
As soon as you find equipment failure or trouble, repair it or take
any other necessary measure to prevent an accident.
REFERENCE
 For the items and other details of before starting the day’s work, refer to “2-1.
Maintenance before start of day’s work” in Part 5.
Before starting the day’s work, perform the following items.

 Check (Clean) the lens.
 Check (Clean) the lens protection window.
 Check the nozzle.
 Check the nozzle unit of the Z-axis tracking sensor.
 Check the residual pressure of the assist gas.
 Clean the table and the area around the machine.
 Clean the dust box of the dust collector (option).
 Check the safety device.
 Clean and check the scrap box (remove flammables).
1-2. Starting up machine

NOTICE
 Do not turn the power of the machine on and off in quick succession.
Start up the machine as described below.

1. Turn on the power of the air compressor.
2. Turn to ON the shop ground-fault circuit breakers connected to the machine,

and laser oscillator.
NOTE
 Use ground-fault circuit breakers for high-frequency application.

 Check that the shop ground-fault circuit breakers connected to the cooling
unit and the dust collector are set to ON.
3. Turn the main valve of the assist gas cylinder counterclockwise to open.
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4. Check that compressed air of 0.5 MPa {72 psi} or more is supplied to the
machine. Read the air pressure gauge of the machine.
REFERENCE
 For the pressure adjustment of compressed air, refer to “5-3. Adjusting air
unit” in Part 5.
5. Check that the SHUTTER keyswitch on the NC

control panel is set to OFF.
6. Turn the laser oscillator circuit breaker switch to

ON.
7. Turn the machine circuit breaker switch to ON.
8. Press the POWER ON/OFF button on the NC

control panel.
The button light illuminates and the NC unit is

powered on.
NOTE
 When an alarm is caused, remove the cause of the alarm, and press the
SAFETY DEVICE RESET button or NC RESET button on the NC control
panel to clear the alarm.
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1-3. Zero-returning
The machine starts in the RETRACT mode and the RET. window appears
automatically. Be sure to zero-return first.
[2] ABSOLUTE POSITION

[1] RET. button / MACHINE POSITION buttons [4] ALL AXES / EACHAXIS buttons
[7] Action Select

area
[3] Coordinate Notes area [5] Axis Select buttons [6] PERIPHERAL MACHINE button
[1] RET. button

The [RET.] button is shown at the top-left on a display when the machine is in the
RETRACT mode. When the [RET.] button is set to ON, the RET. window is
superimposed on to [Information Display area].
The [RET.] button and RET. window are hidden when the mode is changed to an NC
mode other than RETRACT.
[2] ABSOLUTE POSITION button and MACHINE POSITION button

Select the coordinate system to be used in the display.
[3] Coordinate Notes area

Notes regarding the axis direction of the machine.
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[4] ALL AXES button and EACHAXIS button
These set which axis (axes) to zero-return.
When the [ALL AXES] button is set to ON, all axes are zero-returned.
If the zero-returning of all axes is already completed, a check mark is placed on the
[ALL AXES] button.
When [EACHAXIS] button is set to ON, only the selected axis is zero-returned.
[5] Axis Select buttons

These show the names of axes in the machine and their coordinates. Press these
items one by one to set them to ON.
For a button of each axis, a check mark is placed if its current coordinate matches
the origin coordinate.
[6] PERIPHERAL MACHINE button

You can select whether or not to zero-return peripheral equipment.
A check mark is placed if zero-returning of peripheral equipment is completed.
NOTE
 This [PERIPHERAL MACHINE] button appears only when the machine is

connected to peripheral equipment other than the shuttle table.
[7] Action Select area

This area shows operation settings buttons that are frequently used when performing
zero-returns.
NOTE
 The types of operation settings buttons shown in this area vary depending on the
machine model and options used or not.
1-3-1. Zero-returning all axes

1. Clear any alarm occurring in the
machine and peripheral equipment.
2. Press [RETRACT] button on the NC

control panel to switch the NC mode to
RETRACT. The START button on the
NC control panel starts flashing.
3. Set the [ALL AXES] button to ON.
When zero-returning the peripheral equipment at the same time, set the
[PERIPHERAL MACHINE] button to ON.
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4. Check the surrounding area for safety. (The machine and peripheral equipment
move when zero-return is performed.)
5. To start the zero-return of axes, press

the START button on the NC control
panel. The button illuminates during
zero-return, and it extinguishes when
zero-return is completed.
6. When the zero-return is completed,

check marks are placed on the [ALL
AXES] button, [Axis Select] button and
[PERIPHERAL MACHINE] button.
1-3-2. Zero-returning each axis

1. Clear any alarm occurring in the machine and peripheral equipment.
2. Press the [RETRACT] button on the NC control panel to switch the NC mode to
RETRACT. The START button on the NC control panel starts flashing.
3. Set the [EACHAXIS] button to ON.
4. Set the [Axis Select] button to ON for axis which you want to be zero-returned.
To zero-return peripheral equipment only, press again the [Axis Select] button to
set it to OFF and select only the [PERIPHERAL MACHINE] button.
5. Check the surrounding area for safety. (The machine and peripheral equipment
move when zero-return is performed.)
6. To start the zero-return of axes, press the START button on the NC control
panel.
7. When the zero-return is completed, check marks are placed on the [Axis Select]
button and [PERIPHERAL MACHINE] button.
1-4. Checking safety devices

1-4-1. Checking interlocks for operation
The area sensor (light curtain) or the sliding doors of the partitions are equipped with
interlocks. Check the interlocks for operation as described below.
When other interlocks are used, refer to their manuals. Check all of them for
operation.
If the interlocks do not operate, stop the use of the machine, and contact AMADA.
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1. Check that the SAFETY DEVICE RESET button
is extinguished.
2. Operate each interlock, and check that the SAFETY DEVICE RESET button
flashes.
(1) Open each door of the partitions to operate their interlocks, and check that
the SAFETY DEVICE RESET button flashes and [Alarm indicator] on the
screen illuminates.
(2) For the machine without the X-direction conveyor, open the doors of the
scrap boxes to operate their interlocks, and check that the SAFETY
DEVICE RESET button flashes and [Alarm indicator] on the screen
illuminates.
3. When you have completed the operational check of each interlock, return it to
the original condition, and press the SAFETY DEVICE RESET button. Check
that the SAFETY DEVICE RESET button and [Alarm indicator] on the screen
extinguish.
1-4-2. Checking partitions

Check around the machine to make sure that there is no damage (holes), burns, or
other problems with the partition windows or other protective covers. Stop the use of
the machine if a problem is found, and contact AMADA.
1-4-3. Checking EMERGENCY STOP buttons for operation

Check all of the EMERGENCY STOP buttons for
operation.
If the EMERGENCY STOP buttons do not operate,
stop the use of the machine, and contact AMADA.
1. Press each EMERGENCY STOP button. Check

that it is locked, and that [Alarm indicator] on the
screen illuminates.
2. When you have completed the operational

check of each EMERGENCY STOP button, turn
it clockwise (arrow direction) to unlock it.
3. Press the NC RESET button to clear the

emergency stop condition.
NOTE
 While the laser oscillator is powered on, the laser oscillator is turned off as
soon as an EMERGENCY STOP button is pressed. To continue the operation
of the machine, start up the laser oscillator.
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1-5. Starting up laser oscillator
1. Press the OSCILLATOR ON/OFF button.
The laser oscillator startup sequence starts.
Upon completion of the startup, the laser
oscillator becomes ready for operation.
NOTE
 While the laser oscillator is starting up, the OSCILLATOR ON/OFF button on
the NC control panel is flashing. The OSCILLATOR ON/OFF button
illuminates steady to indicate that the laser oscillator has completely started
up.
2. Preparing for automatic operation

Here are described the preparation procedures for automatically operating the
machine after starting up the machine and laser oscillator.
2-1. Calling program or programs

2-1-1. Single-program operation
To perform the single-program operation of the machine, call the necessary program
to the PROCESS MONITOR display as described below.
REFERENCE
 For the detailed procedure for calling a program, refer to “3. Program mode” in Part
2 and “5. Running program operations” in Part 3 in the Reference Manual.
1. Press the MEMORY button on the NC

MEMORY.
2. Select [Program] from the [Switching]

menu at the top-left on the screen to
switch the operating mode to Program.
NOTE
 The operating mode cannot be

changed when an automatic
operation is running.
3. Touch the [LOAD] tab to open the

LOAD display.
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4. In [Media Selection area], select the
folder where the target program is
saved.
5. Select the program.
6. To start the processing right away,

press the [GO TO PROCESS MON.]
button to transfer the program to the
PROCESS MONITOR display.
To edit the program, press the [GO TO EDIT PROGRAM] button.
2-1-2. Schedule operation

To perform the schedule operation of the machine, add the necessary program or
programs (jobs) to the SCHEDULE display as described below.
REFERENCE
 For the detailed procedure for calling a program, refer to “4. Schedule mode” in
Part 2 and “6. Running schedule operations” in Part 3 in the Reference Manual.
1. Press the MEMORY button on the NC

MEMORY.
2. Select [Schedule] from the [Switching]

menu at the top-left on the screen to
switch the operating mode to Schedule.
NOTE
 The operating mode cannot be

changed when an automatic
operation is running.
3. To run a schedule operation that uses
peripheral equipment, follow
procedures below. Illuminate the [ON]
button at [Line Control] in [Operation
Settings area], or illuminate the [ON]
button under [PANEL] in Common Tools -> [PERIPHERAL MACHINE] -> [Line
Control].
4. Touch the [LOAD] tab to open the

LOAD display.
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5. In [Media Selection area], select the folder
where the target program is saved.
6. Select the program (job). You can add up to 999

jobs to a schedule.
7. Select where to add the selected program to.
In this procedure, press the [GO TO

SCHEDULE] button to add the program to the
schedule list.
8. The Process Quantity Input window opens for each job added. The amount of
information displayed increases or decreases depending on the configuration of
peripheral equipment.
On the Process Quantity Input window, enter the scheduled number of

worksheets to be processed and those processed already (Normal Exit state),
and then press the [OK] button.
REFERENCE
 All jobs can be added to the list by default without performing checks. For
details, refer to “2. Adding jobs” in Part 7 in the Reference Manual.
 The program can be added to the schedule list without opening the Process
Quantity Input window. For details, refer to “1-1. SCHEDULE SETTINGS
view” in Part 15 in the Reference Manual.
9. When you finish adding jobs to the schedule list, the SCHEDULE display
appears.
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10. To run the setup calculation, press the [SETUP CALCULATION] button. Icons
are placed on jobs that require setups.
11. The schedule can be edited. When doing so, consider the result of the setup
calculation.
(1) To fix the program, select a job and press the [GO TO EDIT PROGRAM]
button.
(2) To change the order in the schedule, use the [EDIT LIST] menu.
REFERENCE
 For details of editing schedules, refer to Part 7, Preparing Schedules, in the

Reference Manual.
2-2. Setting up
When there is a setup to be made with the program shown on the display, the Setup
window automatically opens. When there is no setup to be made, the window does
not automatically open.
NOTE
 To automatically show the Setup window, check the necessary setup boxes in the
[SETUP CONFIG.] view of the OPTIONS display. For details, refer to “1-2. SETUP
CONFIG. view” in Part 15 in the Reference Manual.
REFERENCE
 For the detailed procedure of setting up, refer to “2. Checking setup” in Part 6 and
Parts after it in the Reference Manual.
1. If you see a white icon in the Setup column in the schedule list, you need to
perform the setup calculation. Press the [SETUP CALCULATION] button.
2. If you see one of yellow icons below in the Setup column, press the icon to open
the Setup window.
: Laser setup : Worksheet setup : Clamp setup
: Pipe setup : Inventory setup
Laser setup ([LASER] tab) Worksheet setup ([MATERIAL] tab)
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3. Set up the items on the tabs with the red icon on the Setup window.
When the setup is completed, press the [COMPLETE SETUP] button on each
tab where you made the setup.
4. When all setups are completed, press the [CLOSE] button.
5. If you see no icon in the Setup column in the schedule list, it means that the
setup procedure is completed.
2-3. Checking processing condition file

The processing condition file specified by M102 is automatically called when the
machine is operated by using the program.
REFERENCE
 For checking the processing condition files, refer to “4-1. LIST view” and “4-2.
COND. view” in Part 10 in the Reference Manual.
1. Press the [LASER] button in [Common Tools

Window Open Buttons area] at the top-right of
the display. The LASER window opens to the
front.
2. Press the [LIST] button at the top-left of the LASER window. The [LIST] view of
the processing condition files is shown. Select the processing conditions in the
list that are appropriate for the worksheet to be cut.
3. Press the [LOAD] button at the bottom-left of the LASER window.
The processing condition file is loaded into the machine, and the display of
[Laser Conditions Name area] is refreshed.
4. Press the [X] button at the bottom-right (or press the window shape button that
is currently selected) to close the LASER window.
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2-4. Setting worksheet
CAUTION
 When fixing the worksheet with the workclamps, take care not to
have the fingers pinched in the workclamps.
 When handling the worksheet, wear leather gloves or thick cotton
gloves. If you do not wear such gloves, you may get injured at the
edges, corners, or burrs of the worksheet.
For shuttle table specification

Set the worksheet on either pallet of the shuttle table, and load the pallet onto the
machine table.
To fix the worksheet with the pneumatic clamps, press and hold the SHUTTLE
CLAMP OPEN button on the shuttle table control panel for 3 sec or more.
REFERENCE
 For the pallet change procedure, refer to “1-3-4. Change Shuttle” in Part 12 in the
Reference Manual.
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2-5. Changing nozzle
WARNING
 When changing the nozzle, press the STOP button, turn the
SHUTTER keyswitch to OFF, remove the key from the keyswitch,
and have it kept with the laser safety officer.
 Unless the nozzle unit is securely inserted until it stops, the
nozzle may jump out when the assist gas is discharged.
NOTICE
 Use a dedicated nozzle or collared-type nozzle. When a conventional type or

non-collared type is used, spatter may deposit on the sensor cone of the nozzle
mount to cause damage or misoperation of the nozzle. Spatter may also plug the
cooling air outlet holes of an ECO nozzle and may make the nozzle unable to
function as intended.
 Store the removed nozzle in a dedicated nozzle case or cabinet. If the nozzle is
contaminated or damaged, it may cause a processing failure.
Before changing the nozzle, prepare a nozzle that suits the processing method to be
employed. A genuine nozzle is marked with its type and Amada logo. Then check
that the nozzle is cleaned.
When performing maintenance on the nozzle unit or changing the nozzle for a new
processing method, remove and install the nozzle unit.
The entire laser head is designed to tilt and absorb the energy of impact and protect
the laser head when the nozzle unit strikes the part as the part rises during the
processing operation or strikes other obstacle.
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2-5-1. Removing nozzle unit
1. With the FEED buttons on the NC control panel, move the laser head to a
position where the nozzle can be easily changed.
The laser head can also be moved by setting the positions on the Nozzle/Lens
Change Position window opened from the UTILITIES display.
REFERENCE
 For the detail of the Nozzle/Lens

Change Position window, refer to
“1-3-5. Nozzle/Lens Change
Position” in Part 12 in the Reference
Manual.
2. Illuminate the [ON] button under [PANEL] in

Common Tools -> [SETUP] -> [Release Nozzle].
3. Press and illuminate the STOP button on the NC

control panel.

control panel is set to OFF. If not, turn it to OFF.
5. Open the partition door.
The power to all axes is disconnected for safety.
6. With its tapered surface facing up, 6.

insert the nozzle changing jig (made of
blue plastic) between the sensor cone
and nozzle unit.
7. While holding it with the nozzle (TAPERED

changing jig, pull down the nozzle unit. SURFACE UP)
NOZZLE NOZZLE UNIT

CHANGING JIG SENSOR CONE
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8. Remove dust or weld deposit from the 8.
nozzle unit by a toothbrush or cotton
swab.
9. Remove the shield ring from the plug. 9.

PLUG
(1) Insert the ring jig (made of metal) NOZZLE JIG
in the plug to hold the shield ring. SHIELD

RING
(2) Fit the nozzle jig onto the collar of
the nozzle, and turn it
counterclockwise to remove the RING JIG
shield ring.
10. Remove the nozzle from the plug. 10. NOZZLE JIG
COLLAR
OF NOZZLE LOOSEN
(1) Insert the plug jig (made of metal)
in the plug to hold the plug.
LOOSEN
(2) Fit the nozzle jig onto the collar of
the nozzle, and turn it
PLUG
counterclockwise to remove the PLUG JIG
nozzle.
2-5-2. Installing nozzle unit

NOTICE
 Check that the shield ring is installed into the plug before installing the nozzle unit.
Unless the shield ring is installed, the plug may burn out.
1. Install the nozzle to suit the processing method to be employed or a maintained

nozzle.
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2. With its tapered surface facing up, 2 and 3.
insert the nozzle changing jig (made of
blue plastic) in the nozzle unit.
3. Insert the nozzle unit vertically into the

sensor cone.
SENSOR
NOTE CONE TAPERED
SURFACE
 The nozzle unit can be manually NOZZLE UP
UNIT
inserted in the sensor cone without
using the nozzle changing jig.
4. Illuminate the [OFF] button under

[PANEL] in Common Tools -> [SETUP]
-> [Release Nozzle].
5. With its tapered surface facing down, 5.

check that the nozzle changing jig
(made of blue plastic) cannot be
inserted between the sensor cone and
nozzle unit. NOZZLE
CHANGING
JIG
(TAPERED SURFACE DOWN)
6. Close the partition door.
7. Check for safety in the surrounding

area, and press the SAFETY DEVICE
RESET button on the NC control panel.
The button extinguishes.
8. Press and extinguish the STOP button

on the NC control panel.
9. When the nozzle unit and nozzle are installed again, center the nozzle and
calibrate the Z-axis tracking sensor.
REFERENCE
 For the operating procedure, refer to “2-9. Centering nozzle” and “2-10.
Calibrating Z-axis tracking sensor” in this Part.
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2-6. Changing lens
WARNING
 When changing the lens, press the STOP button, turn the
SHUTTER keyswitch to OFF, remove the key from the keyswitch,
and have it kept with the laser safety officer.
When performing maintenance on the lens or changing the lens for a new processing
method, do as described below.
NOTICE
 Store the removed lens in a dedicated

lens case. If the lens is contaminated or
damaged, it may cause a processing
failure.
If the seal is contaminated or damaged, it
may cause an assist gas leak and
processing failure.
Before changing the lens, prepare a lens that suits the processing method to be
employed. A genuine lens is marked with its type and Amada logo. Then check that
the lens is cleaned.
Don’t use the lens for CO2 laser with the fiber laser. The opposite is same way.
NOTICE
 There are different wavelengths between the fiber laser and the CO2 laser.
If the lens for CO2 laser is used with the fiber laser machine, the lens burns out.
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2-6-1. Removing lens
position where the lens can be easily changed.

control panel.

5. Lift and open the laser head cover. HEAD COVER
The laser head cover is fixed open by

the stopper.
HEAD COVER
STOPPER
6. Loosen the lens holder knob at the LENS HOLDER

KNOB
upper center of the lens holder to
release the lock.
7. Holding the handle at the front of the

lens holder, pull out the lens holder to
HANDLE
the near side.
CENTER
NOTICE SPRING
 Do not remove the left and right lens LENS ADJUSTING

BOLTS (LH AND RH)
adjusting bolts and the center spring.
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8. Remove the lens from the lens holder. LENS
LENS HOLDER

on the NC control panel. (When
installing the lens soon afterward, leave
the button illuminated.)
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2-6-2. Installing lens
1. Install a maintained lens in the lens holder.
Install the 190 or 190AX lens to the corresponding dedicated lens holder.
Install the lens in the lens holder so that its marked position matches that of the
lens holder. Centering the nozzle becomes reliable.
2. Put the lens on the lens holder, and

slightly turn it until it snugly fits in the
lens holder.
Also, install the protection window
assembly in the lens holder. Do not
forget to install it.
LENS
REFERENCE
 For details of the protection window

assembly, refer to “2-7. Installing and
removing lens protection window” in
this Part.
PROTECTION
WINDOW ASSEMBLY
3. Forcibly push the lens holder into the

laser head. Tighten the lens holder
knob at the upper center of the lens
holder to lock the lens holder.
LENS HOLDER
KNOB
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4. Unlock the stopper, and close the laser Slightly lift stopper
to unlock it
head cover. (When centering the nozzle
soon afterward, leave the laser head
cover open. Close it after centering the
nozzle.)
Close laser head

cover while holding
stopper


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2-7. Installing and removing lens protection window
WARNING
 When installing and removing the lens protection window, press
the STOP button, turn the SHUTTER keyswitch to OFF, remove the
key from the keyswitch, and have it kept with the laser safety
officer.
The lens of the fiber laser can be damaged by spatter from the worksheet. Attaching
the protection window assembly with the lens protection window fitted can reduce
damage to the lens to a minimum.
Also make sure that the lens protection window is free of dirt, adhered spatter, and
scratches before attaching it.
NOTICE PROTECTION
WINDOW ASSEMBLY
 The lens protection window is glass with a
special coating. Treat it with care so it
does not get dirty or scratched.
 The focal point lowers by 1.0 mm {0.04
in.} when you are using the lens
protection window so reset the focal point
reference position.
 Install the protection window assembly
case when performing the operation that
does not require use of the lens protection
window.
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2-7-1. Removing lens protection window
Removing protection window assembly
1. With the FEED buttons on the NC control panel,
move the laser head to a position where the lens
can be easily changed.

control panel.

5. Lift and open the laser head cover. (The HEAD COVER
laser head cover is fixed open by the
stopper.)
HEAD COVER
STOPPER
6. Loosen the lens holder knob at the LENS HOLDER

KNOB
upper center of the lens holder to
release the lock.
7. Holding the handle at the front of the

lens holder, pull out the lens holder to
the near side.
HANDLE
NOTICE
CENTER
 Do not remove the left and right lens SPRING
adjusting bolts and the center spring. LENS ADJUSTING
BOLTS (LH AND RH)
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8. Remove the lens from the lens holder. LENS
LENS HOLDER
9. Insert the protection window assembly LENS PROTECTION

WINDOW
jig from the bottom of the lens holder
and lift it to remove the protection
window assembly.
PROTECTION
WINDOW
ASSEMBLY JIG
PROTECTION
WINDOW
ASSEMBLY
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Disassembling protection window assembly
1. Put the protection window assembly jig PROTECTION WINDOW
ASSEMBLY JIG
on top of the protection window
assembly as shown in the right figure.
At this time, fit two pins on the

protection window assembly jig into the
pin holes on the protection window
assembly to fix the jig in place.
PIN HOLE
(2 PLACES) PIN
(2 PLACES)
2. While holding the protection window
assembly, turn the protection window
assembly jig counterclockwise to let the
window holder removable.
3. Remove the window holder.
WINDOW
HOLDER
4. Remove the lens protection window.
LENS PROTECTION
WINDOW
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2-7-2. Installing lens protection window
Assembling protection window assembly
1. Put the lens protection window on top LENS PROTECTION
WINDOW
of the protection window assembly
case.
PROTECTION WINDOW
ASSEMBLY CASE
2. Fit the window holder.
WINDOW
HOLDER
3. Using the protection window assembly
jig, turn it clockwise for tightening.
PROTECTION WINDOW
ASSEMBLY JIG
NOTE WINDOW HOLDER
 The protection window

LENS PROTECTION
assembly jig is assembled WINDOW
as shown in the right figure.
GUIDE RING
Assemble without making
any mistake in the mounting
order. LENS HOLDER PLATE
PROTECTION WINDOW
ASSEMBLY CASE
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Installing protection window assembly
Before installing the lens, push in the Take care not to touch
surface of lens protection
protection window assembly from the top of window.
the lens holder to install it in place. O-RING
NOTICE
 If it is hard to install the protection window
assembly, do not forcibly push it in.
Otherwise, the O-ring of the protection
window assembly case may be damaged.
Instead, thinly apply silicon grease (oil) to
the O-ring and wipe it out before
installation.
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2-8. Checking assist gas
Check that the assist gas is normally discharged as described below.
1. Press and illuminate the MEMORY

button on the NC control panel.
2. Touch the [UTILITIES] tab at the top of the screen to open the UTILITIES
display.
3. Press the [Check Assist Gas] button on the UTILITIES display to open the
Check Assist Gas window.
REFERENCE
 For the detail of the Check Assist Gas window, refer to “1-3-8. Check Assist
Gas” in Part 12 in the reference manual.
4. On the Check Assist Gas window, set the settings at [Gas Type], [Gas Pressure],
and [Time] to suit the processing method to be employed.
To use oxygen, nitrogen, and air as assist gas, set the setting at [Gas Type] to 1,
4, and 5, respectively.
5. Press the START button on the NC control panel.

The assist gas is discharged. Check the pressure with the value shown at
[Actual Gas Pressure] on the Check Assist Gas window.
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2-9. Centering nozzle
WARNING
 Never look into the laser head even when the SHUTTER keyswitch
is turned OFF. Otherwise you may lose your eyesight.
 Press the STOP button, set the SHUTTER keyswitch to OFF,
remove the key from the keyswitch, and have it kept with the laser
safety officer when attaching or peeling off the adhesive tape for
adjusting and checking the centering position of the nozzle.
Otherwise you may get your hand burned or caught in the
machine.
NOTICE
 Center the nozzle at a position with no worksheet or skid just below the laser head.
If the laser head is centered just above the worksheet or skid, the reflected light
may burn the adhesive tape.
Centering refers to the adjustment of the lens to align the center of the laser beam
with the center of the nozzle.
Be sure to perform this centering task at the start of the day’s work, after the
maintenance or replacement of the nozzle or lens, or after the adjustment or
alignment of the laser beam.
The centering task is also required when spatter is unevenly produced on the
worksheet surface from the cutting position during a linear or circular cut, or when cut
parts or scrap are of uneven cut edge quality.
Center the nozzle as described below.
1. Center the lens with the nozzle to be used for the processing operation.
When changing the nozzle, refer to “2-5. Changing nozzle” in this Part.
NOTE
 If the lens is centered with a large-diameter nozzle, a subsequent change to a

smaller-diameter nozzle shifts the center of the lens and adversely affects the
processing operation. Visually check the trace of the nozzle tip and the
position of the hole pierced by the laser beam, using the accessory loupe.
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2. Install the lens with its mark facing the
front. To install the lens, refer to “2-6.
Changing lens” in this Part.
NOTE
 If the lens is changed in its mounting

position, it may be changed in its LENS
focal point as well.
3. With the FEED buttons on the NC

control panel, move the laser head to a
position where the nozzle can be easily
centered.
4. Press and illuminate the MEMORY

button on the NC control panel.
display.
6. Press the [Adjust Nozzle Centering] button on the UTILITIES display to open the
Adjust Nozzle Centering window.
NOTE
 Select the installed lens from the pull-down menu at [Lens] on the Adjust
Nozzle Centering window.

control panel.
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10. Attach adhesive tape to the nozzle tip. 10.
NOTE
 Putting ink on the nozzle tip with a

black marker or stamp pad facilitates
the nozzle center adjustment. Wipe it
off after completion of the work.
Use glossy adhesive tape. The ADHESIVE TAPE NOZZLE
center cannot be checked if matte
type (i.e., inconspicuous) adhesive
tape is used.
12. Check for safety in the surrounding area, and

press the SAFETY DEVICE RESET button on
the NC control panel.
13. Press and extinguish the STOP button on the

NC control panel.
14. Turn the SHUTTER keyswitch on the NC control

panel to ON.
15. Press the [ADJUST] button on the Adjust Nozzle

Centering window.
16. Press the START button on the NC control

panel.
The laser head moves down and emits a laser

beam.
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control panel, and turn the SHUTTER keyswitch
on the NC control panel to OFF.
Remove the adhesive tape from the nozzle tip. Check with a magnifier to see if
the center of the laser-pierced hole is aligned with the center of the ink-marked
nozzle tip circle. Adjust the lens position if the hole is misaligned.
19. Lift and open the laser head cover. (The HEAD COVER
laser head cover is fixed open by the
stopper. The second and subsequent
center adjustments may be made with
the laser head cover open.)
HEAD COVER
STOPPER
20. Adjust the lens position with the right LENS HOLDER
KNOB
and left lens adjusting bolts. HANDLE
NOTE
 The lens holder is fixed to the laser

head. Adjust the position of the lens
holder body by using the two pushing
bolts (right and left lens adjusting
bolts). The pulling bolt (center bolt) is
constantly pulled forward by a center CENTER
spring. SPRING
LENS ADJUSTING
BOLTS (LH AND RH)
21. Center the nozzle as described in “Centering nozzle with right and left lens
adjusting bolts” below.
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Centering nozzle with right and left lens adjusting bolts
 If the laser-pierced hole shifts toward the –X side of the ink-marked nozzle tip
circle
LASER-PIERCED
HOLE X
INK-MARKED 1 1
NOZZLE TIP Y
CIRCLE
1. Loosen (turn counterclockwise)
SEEN FROM APPLIED SURFACE OF ADHESIVE TAPE the right and left lens adjusting
bolts evenly.

 If the laser-pierced hole shifts toward the +X side of the ink-marked nozzle tip
circle
LASER-PIERCED
HOLE X
1 1
INK-MARKED Y
NOZZLE TIP
CIRCLE
1. Tighten (turn clockwise) the right
and left lens adjusting bolts
SEEN FROM APPLIED SURFACE OF ADHESIVE TAPE evenly.

 If the laser-pierced hole shifts toward the –Y side of the ink-marked nozzle tip
circle
LASER-PIERCED
HOLE X
INK-MARKED 2 1
NOZZLE TIP Y
CIRCLE
SEEN FROM APPLIED SURFACE OF ADHESIVE TAPE
the right lens adjusting bolt.
2. Tighten (turn clockwise) the left
lens adjusting bolt.
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 If the laser-pierced hole shifts toward the +Y side of the ink-marked nozzle tip
circle
LASER-PIERCED
HOLE X
INK-MARKED 1 2
NOZZLE TIP Y
CIRCLE
SEEN FROM APPLIED SURFACE OF ADHESIVE TAPE the left lens adjusting bolt.
2. Tighten (turn clockwise) the right
lens adjusting bolt.
22. Repeat steps 10 to 21 until the laser–pierced hole in the adhesive tape is
adjusted to the center of the ink-marked nozzle tip circle.
23. After completing the center adjusting procedure, press the [CLOSE] button on
the Adjust Nozzle Centering window.
24. Unlock the stopper, and close the laser Slightly lift stopper
to unlock it
head cover.
Close laser head

cover while holding
stopper


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2-10. Calibrating Z-axis tracking sensor
NOTE
 If nozzle change or nozzle cleaning is done with the nozzle changer, calibration is
performed on the calibration plate of the nozzle changer. When performing
calibration using the worksheet on the table, do as described below.
Calibrate the Z-axis tracking sensor as described below.
1. Press and illuminate the RETRACT button on the NC control panel.
2. Set the [EACHAXIS] button on the screen to ON, and press the Z [Axis Select]
button to set it to ON.
3. Press the START button on the NC control panel to zero-return the Z-axis.
4. Press and illuminate the MANUAL button on the NC control panel.
5. Place the worksheet on the table, and fix it with the workclamps. (Operate the
clamp handle and the foot switch for the manual workclamps and the pneumatic
workclamps, respectively)
position suitable for calibrating the Z-axis tracking sensor.
7. Press and illuminate the MEMORY button on the NC control panel.
display.
9. Press the [Adjust HS Sensor] button on the UTILITIES display to open the
Adjust HS Sensor window.
REFERENCE
 For the detail of the Adjust HS Sensor window, refer to “1-3-9. Adjust HS
Sensor” in Part 12 in the Reference Manual.
10. Press the [ADJUST] button on the Adjust HS Sensor window to set it to ON, and
press the START button on the NC control panel to start the calibration.
11. Check that the worksheet is positioned below the laser head, and press the
START button on the NC control panel.
The calibration starts.
12. The writing of the data takes 10 seconds after the movement of the laser head is
completed.
13. The START button on the NC control panel extinguishes to indicate that the
calibration is completed.
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2-11. Cleaning nozzle
Processing may cause dust, spatter, and other foreign matter to deposit on the
surface of the nozzle. These foreign matter deposits on the nozzle surface may
cause the Z-axis tracking sensor to operate improperly, resulting in a processing
problem. The nozzle cleaner is used to clean the nozzle to prevent the occurrence
such a processing problem.
If the NC RESET button or STOP button is pressed before the completion of the
utility procedure and extinguishment of the START button, the data are cleared, and
the nozzle is not properly cleaned.
Clean the nozzle as described below.
1. Press and illuminate the MEMORY button on the NC control panel.
display.
3. Press the [Clean Nozzle] button on the UTILITIES display to open the Clean
Nozzle window.
REFERENCE
 For the detail of the Clean Nozzle window, refer to “1-3-17. Clean Nozzle” in
Part 12 in the Reference Manual.
4. Press the [CLEAN] button to set it to ON.
The laser head moves to the nozzle cleaning position, and the cleaner cleans
and calibrates the nozzle.
6. The START button on the NC control panel extinguishes to indicate that the
cleaning is completed and that the laser head returns to the original position.
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2-12. Dedicated nozzle for fiber laser cutting machines
The nozzle shown below reduces the risks of spatters attaching to the lens and lens
protection window of machines with fiber laser and light reflecting from the cutting
worksheet.
D2.0F
Features:
(1) Reflections and spatters are reduced when cutting reflective copper, aluminum,
brass, and stainless steel.
(2) Compared with earlier models, spatters to optical parts are reduced, amount of
reflection is mitigated, and the risks of damages to the optical fiber and optical
parts are minimized.
Caution:
(1) You can cut the worksheet with the thickness of up to 3 mm {0.12 in.}.
(2) Look inside the removed nozzle and check the wear.
If the hole is deformed or worn as shown in the figure below, the nozzle
becomes less effective and therefore must be replaced.
The nozzle must be replaced also when a reflection alarm occurs during cutting.
VISUAL
INSPECTION
GOOD NOT GOOD
(3) There is a lower limit for the focal point.

Set the focal point in the range shown in the table below.
Lower limit of focal point for FL190 –1.0 mm {–0.039 in.}
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2-13. Adjusting focal point reference position
The optimum focal point for processing varies with the worksheet material type,
thickness, and processing method. If the focal point of the lens does not meet the
processing conditions, the worksheet cannot be properly cut. The focal point
reference position must be adjusted so that the kerf width becomes smallest.
The kerf width is the smallest where the focal point of the lens meets the worksheet
surface. This position is called the focal point reference position. After a lens change,
be sure to adjust the focal point reference position of the new lens.
A 1.0 mm {0.039 in.} thick sheet of stainless steel is suited for adjusting the focal
point reference position of the lens.
Use the condition No. E009 under the material name “FOR-ADJUST-FOCUS”, and
use nitrogen as assist gas.
FOCAL POINT OF LENS
LOW HIGH
KERF WIDTH
MINIMUM
VALUE
Set the focal point reference position as described below.
1. Place the worksheet on the table, and fix it with the workclamps.
2. Press and illuminate the MEMORY button on the NC control panel
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3. Press the [Adjust Focus] button on the UTILITIES display to open the Adjust
Focus window.
NOTE
 If the setting is not “0.0” under [LASER] in Common Tools -> [COND.] ->
[Focus], set it to “0.0”.
REFERENCE
 For the operating procedure of the Adjust Focus window, refer to “1-3-10.
Adjust Focus” in Part 12 in the Reference Manual.
4. From the pulldown menu at [Laser Conditions], select the processing condition
file that suits the worksheet to be cut, and press the [REGISTER CONDITIONS]
button.
5. From the pulldown menu at [Lens], select the number of the installed lens.
6. Set the settings at [Cut Conditions], [Start Focus Position], [End Focus Position],
and [Focus Change Amount].
7. Turn the SHUTTER keyswitch on the NC control panel to ON.
The laser head cuts slits at the pitch set at [Focus Change Amount] from the
point set at [Start Focus Position] to the point set at [End Focus Position]. (The
laser head cuts 60 mm {2.36 in.} long slits in the –Y axis direction at the pitch of
8 mm {0.31 in.} in the +X axis direction.)
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9. After the end of the focal point adjusting program and the stop of the machine,
find a slit of the smallest kerf width from among the slits cut in the worksheet.
The height of the focal point where the slit of the smallest kerf width was cut
should be set at [Reference Focus Position] of the adjusted lens on the Adjust
Focus window.
NOTE
 When the lens is not changed but when the worksheet material type,
thickness or processing method is changed, good cut edges may not be
obtained. In such a case, adjust the focal point reference position of the lens
to suit the worksheet material type, thickness, and processing method.
2-14. Setting operating method

Set each button on the [PANEL] tab in Common Tools to suit the operating method.
And some buttons are optional depending on the machine model and options used or
not.
REFERENCE
 For the details of the buttons on the [PANEL] tab, refer to “3. PANEL tab” in Part 10
in the Reference Manual.
2-14-1. OPERATION button

Program Check
To set the program check function to ON/OFF
(enable/disable), illuminate the [ON] or [OFF] button
under [PANEL] in Common Tools -> [OPERATION] ->
[Program Check] on the screen.
When the START button on the NC control panel is pressed after illuminating the
[ON] button at [Program Check], the machine dry runs or checks the program. During
the dry run, the coordinates on the screen change, but the axes do not move and the
M-codes are not executed.
Single Block
To set the single block function to ON/OFF
[Single Block] on the screen.
When the START button on the NC control panel is pressed after illuminating the
[ON] button at [Single Block], the machine executes a single block of the program
and stops, except when M760 is specified to open the laser shutter or a user macro
program is being executed.
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Block Skip
To set the block skip function to ON/OFF
[Block Skip] on the screen.
When the [ON] button is illuminated at [Block Skip], the machine ignores a block that
starts with a slash (/) and reads the next block that does not start with a slash.
Optional Stop
To set the optional stop function to ON/OFF
[Optional Stop] on the screen.
When the [ON] button is illuminated at [Optional Stop], the machine pauses when it
reads M01 (optional stop command). Press the START button on the NC control
panel to resume the operation of the machine.
Auto Power Off

To set the automatic power-off to ON/OFF
[Auto Power Off] on the screen.
When the automatic power-off function is enabled, the machine automatically turns
off after the end of its operation or the suspension of its operation following the
occurrence of an alarm.
2-14-2. LASER button

Tracing Sensor
To set the Z-axis tracking sensor to ON/OFF
under [PANEL] in Common Tools -> [LASER] ->
[Tracing Sensor] on the screen.
Illuminate the [OFF] button at [Tracing Sensor] to disable the Z-axis tracking sensor if
you do not use the Z-axis tracking sensor when processing a worksheet to which the
Z-axis tracking sensor does not respond.
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2-14-3. SETUP button
Conveyor1 Auto and Conveyor2 Auto
Select the conveyor operation with the buttons under
[PANEL] in Common Tools -> [SETUP] ->
[Conveyor1 Auto] and [Conveyor2 Auto] on the
screen. Use [Conveyor1 Auto] for the X-direction
conveyor and [Conveyor2 Auto] for the Y-direction
conveyor.
Usually, press and illuminate the [ON] buttons.
As soon as the machine starts its automatic
operation, the conveyors run in the forward direction
to unload scrap dropped from the table. The
conveyors stop at a preset time after the machine
ends its automatic operation.
2-14-4. Override window

When the button indicating the speed override value on [Device indicator] is pressed,
the Override window opens to show the status of each override value.
If necessary, finely adjust the processing conditions in the selected processing
condition file by applying an override factor to them.
REFERENCE
 For details of the Override

window, refer to “1-3. Override
window” in Appendix in the
Reference Manual.
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3. Automatic operation
WARNING
 Before starting the machine, check that there are no workers and
obstacles around the machine. Pay particular attention to the rear
of the machine.
 Never enter the travel areas of the machine and worksheet during
operation.
CAUTION
 Before pressing the START button, fully check for safety around
the machine.
When the preparations for automatic operation are completed, the machine can be
automatically operated as described below.
3-1. Executing program

1. With the [Switching] menu at the top-left on the
touch screen, switch the operating mode of the
machine.
● Select [Switching] -> [Program] to switch the

operating mode to Program.
● Select [Switching] -> [Schedule] to switch the

operating mode to Schedule.
REFERENCE
 For the details of the operating mode, refer to Part 4, Selecting Operating
Mode, in the Reference Manual.

control panel is set to OFF. (In this condition, the
visible laser beam for checking the processing
position can be turned on to improve the ease of
positioning the worksheet.)
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3. With the FEED buttons on the NC control panel,
move the laser head to the processing start
point.
When the program is designed to start at the

origin, zero-return the each axis.
4. Check that the cursor is placed at the beginning

of the program on the display.
If it is not, press the NC RESET button on the

NC control panel to move the cursor to the
beginning of the program.
5. Press and illuminate the MEMORY button on the

NC control panel.

panel to ON.
7. Check for safety around the machine, and press

the START button on the NC control panel.
The START button illuminates, and the machine

starts to operate according to the program.
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3-2. Executing multiple-part cutting program
REFERENCE
 For the details of the multiple-part cutting program, refer to “Multiple Settings”
described in “3-1. OPERATION button” in Part 10 in the Reference Manual.
1. Call a multiple-part cutting program.
2. Press and illuminate one of the [FIRST], [REM],

and [ALL] buttons under [PANEL] in Common
Tools -> [OPERATION] -> [Multiple Settings].
3. Press the START button on the NC control panel

to execute the multiple-part cutting program.
NOTE
 Before starting to execute the multiple-part cutting program, be sure to press

and illuminate one of the buttons at [Multiple Settings]. If all of the buttons are
extinguished, an alarm will occur in the middle of the multiple-part cutting
operation.
Before starting to execute a non-multiple-part cutting program, extinguish all
of the buttons. If either button is illuminated, the program will not be properly
executed.
 When multiple parts are drawn by the drawing function, they are shown
according to the multiple-part cutting function selected with a button at
[Multiple Settings].
3-3. Stopping automatic operation

The machine stops automatically when an emergency stop condition or alarm occurs
during its automatic operation. The machine can also be stopped by entering a stop
command beforehand in the program or by pressing the STOP button on the NC
control panel or an EMERGENCY STOP button.
3-3-1. Stop by program command

Program stop (M00) and optional stop (M01)
When the block containing an M00 or M01 command is executed, the automatic
operation of the machine pauses and the STOP button on the NC control panel
illuminates. At this time, the START button on the NC control panel remains
illuminated.
Since the modal information up to then is all saved, pressing the START button
resumes the automatic operation of the machine.
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To set the optional stop (M01) command to ON/OFF (enable/disable), illuminate the
[ON] or [OFF] button under [PANEL] in Common Tools -> [OPERATION] -> [Optional
Stop] on the screen.
REFERENCE
 For the details of [Optional Stop], refer to “2-14-1. OPERATION button” in this Part
or “3-1. OPERATION button” in Part 10 in the Reference Manual.
Program end (M02 and M30)

M02 and M30 indicate the end of the main program. The execution of M02 or M30
stops the automatic operation of the machine and resets the NC unit.
The execution of M30 also returns the cursor to the beginning of the program.
Zero-return and end (G50)

G50 indicates the end of the main program. The execution of G50 stops the
automatic operation of the machine after zero-return, resets the NC unit, and returns
the cursor to the beginning of the program.
3-3-2. Stop by switch operation

Emergency stop buttons
As soon as an EMERGENCY STOP button is
pressed during the automatic operation of the
machine, the NC unit is placed in an emergency stop
condition, and the machine is stopped and powered
off. The main electrical power to the laser oscillator is
also shut off to stop the laser oscillation.
Remove the cause of the emergency stop, and turn
the pressed EMERGENCY STOP button clockwise
to unlock it and push the NC RESET button. Then
zero-return the machine, and resume the automatic
operation.
NOTE
 If the emergency stop is invoked when the laser oscillator is powered on, the main
power to the laser oscillator is turned off. Remove the cause of the emergency
stop, clear the alarm, and press the OSCILLATOR ON/OFF button on the NC
control panel to restart the laser oscillator.
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NC RESET button
When the NC RESET button on the NC control panel
is pressed during the automatic operation of the
machine, the cutting operation is stopped, and the
modal data of the NC unit is all cleared.
NOTE
 When the NC RESET button is pressed during the automatic operation, the modal
data of the NC unit is cleared to disallow the current cutting operation to be
continued. When you have made the reset, zero-return the machine and then start
the automatic operation from the beginning.
STOP button (pause)

When the STOP button on the NC control panel is
pressed and illuminated during its automatic
operation, the machine pauses, and the STOP button
illuminates.
To resume the automatic operation, press and extinguish the STOP button again,
and press the START button. When the STOP button is pressed and illuminated in
the middle of a cut (the cut being made with the laser shutter open), the rest of the
cut may not be completed properly.
3-3-3. Alarm stop

When the machine develops trouble or is improperly
operated, it is automatically stopped by a machine
alarm or NC alarm.
Remove the cause of the alarm, and press the NC RESET button on the NC control
panel.
3-3-4. Safety device stop

When an interlock of the machine actuates, the machine enters the safety stop
condition and its automatic operation is stopped.
Clear the cause of the safety stop, and press the
SAFETY DEVICE RESET button on the NC control
panel to make the interlocks ready. The SAFETY
DEVICE RESET button extinguishes.
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3-4. Removing parts
WARNING
 Before removing the parts and scrap, press the STOP button, turn
the SHUTTER keyswitch to OFF, remove the key from the
SHUTTER keyswitch, and have it kept with the laser safety officer.
 The parts and scrap (especially of heavy-gauge material) may be
hot enough to burn your hands. When unloading them, wear
leather gloves or thick cotton gloves.
Unload the part-laden pallet from the machine table onto the shuttle table for the
shuttle table specification.
REFERENCE
 For the pallet change procedure, refer to “1-3-4. Change Shuttle” in Part 12 in the
Reference Manual.
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4. Ending procedure (turning off power of machine)
NOTICE
 Do not turn the machine circuit breaker switch and laser oscillator circuit breaker
switch to OFF before turning off the power of the laser oscillator and NC unit.
Otherwise the NC unit may fail.
 Do not turn the power of the machine on and off in quick succession.
NOTE
 The NC unit, machine, and laser oscillator are automatically powered off after the
end of the program operation when the [ON] button is illuminated under [PANEL] in
Common Tools -> [OPERATION] -> [Auto Power Off].
The machine and laser oscillator circuit breaker switches also automatically
change to TRIP.
Turn off the power of the machine as described below.

panel to OFF.
2. Press the OSCILLATOR ON/OFF button on the

NC control panel.
After a few minutes, the power of the laser

oscillator turns off.
3. Turn the main valve of the assist gas cylinder clockwise to close.
position where the nozzle can be easily changed. The laser head can be also
moved to such a position by opening the Nozzle/Lens Change Position window
from the UTILITIES display and setting the nozzle unit or laser head change
positions on the display.
REFERENCE
 For the details of the UTILITIES display, Nozzle/Lens Change Position

window, and operating procedure, refer to “1-3-5. Nozzle/Lens Change
Position” in Part 12 in the Reference Manual.
6. Remove the lens holder from the laser head.
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7. Remove the lens from the lens holder. Check the lens, and clean it if it is dirty.
Store the lens in its case and then the case in a lockable cabinet.
8. Remove the nozzle unit from the laser head. Check the nozzle, and clean or
change it as required.
9. Install the nozzle unit in the laser head.
11. Check for safety in the surrounding area, and

press the SAFETY DEVICE RESET button on
the NC control panel to extinguish the button.
12. Press and illuminate the RETRACT button on

the NC control panel.
13. ON the RET. window, set the [EACHAXIS]

button to ON, and zero-return the X-, Y-, and
Z-axes in the following order.
(1) Zero-return the Z-axis.
(2) Zero-return the X- and Y-axes.
14. Press the POWER ON/OFF button on the NC

control panel.
For 5 seconds, the POWER ON/OFF button

illuminates and the buzzer sounds several
times. After 5 seconds, the POWER ON/OFF
button flashes and power-off processing (close
process) is performed. The NC unit and machine
are powered off. (When the laser oscillator is
actuated, it is also powered off.) Then the
machine and laser oscillator circuit breaker
switches automatically change to TRIP.
NOTE
 The close process can be cancelled by pressing again the POWER ON/OFF
button within the above-mentioned 5 seconds.
15. Turn off the power of the air compressor.
16. Remove scrap from the table, and clean the table and surrounding area.
17. Clean the dust collection filter.
18. Lock the partition doors.
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19. Turn to OFF the shop ground-fault circuit breakers connected to the machine
and laser oscillator.
NOTICE
 Usually, leave at ON the shop ground-fault circuit breakers connected to the

cooling unit and the dust collector.
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Part 4
Functions
1. Cutting precautions ......................................................... 4-4

2. Processing condition files................................................ 4-6
2-1. Listing processing condition files.............................. 4-6
2-2. Names of processing condition files......................... 4-7
2-3. Programming ............................................................ 4-8
3. Cautions when looking at processing conditions ........... 4-10
4. Override function ............................................................ 4-11
5. Step piercing................................................................... 4-12
6. Approach and edge cutting functions ............................. 4-13
6-1. Use and purpose of approach cutting function........ 4-13
6-2. Performance of approach cutting function............... 4-13
6-3. Use and purpose of edge cutting function............... 4-14
6-4. Performance of edge cutting function...................... 4-15
6-5. Operating approach and edge cutting functions...... 4-17
6-6. Constraint on creation of edge cutting program ...... 4-17
7. Clean Cut ....................................................................... 4-17
8. Reflected light detection ................................................. 4-18
9. Hyper EZ Cut II (option) ................................................. 4-18
10. Z-axis tracking sensor .................................................. 4-18
11. NC assist gas control.................................................... 4-18
12. Processing monitor....................................................... 4-19
13. Nozzle changer ............................................................ 4-20
14. NC focus control........................................................... 4-20
15. Conveyors .................................................................... 4-20
16. Purge unit ..................................................................... 4-21
16-1. Usage .................................................................... 4-21
16-2. Arrangement of units ............................................. 4-21
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16-3. Specifications ........................................................ 4-23
16-4. Operation............................................................... 4-24
16-4-1. Starting operation ........................................... 4-24
16-4-2. Finishing operation ......................................... 4-24
16-5. Troubleshooting..................................................... 4-25
16-6. Alarms.................................................................... 4-26
16-7. Daily maintenance................................................. 4-28
16-7-1. Checking compressor for main air.................. 4-28
16-8. Periodic maintenance............................................ 4-28
16-8-1. Checking compressor for main air.................. 4-28
16-8-3. Inspection setting............................................ 4-30
16-8-4. Consumable parts list ..................................... 4-30
17. OVS IV (option) ............................................................ 4-31
18. HS Cooling Cut ............................................................ 4-31
18-1. Description ............................................................ 4-31
18-2. Operational cautions ............................................. 4-32
18-3. Specifications ........................................................ 4-33
18-4. Names of parts ...................................................... 4-34
18-4-1. Arrangement of parts ...................................... 4-34
18-4-2. Cooling water tank piping ............................... 4-34
18-4-3. Laser head...................................................... 4-35
18-4-4. HS Cooling Cut nozzle ................................... 4-35
18-5. Operation............................................................... 4-36
18-5-1. Preparations before operation ........................ 4-36
18-5-2. Program operation.......................................... 4-36
18-5-3. Disposition after operation.............................. 4-36
18-6. Adjustment............................................................. 4-37
18-6-2. Checking cooling water tank........................... 4-38
18-6-3. Checking operation......................................... 4-38
18-6-4. Removing cooling water remaining
in laser head ................................................... 4-39
18-6-6. Centering HS Cooling Cut nozzle................... 4-40
18-7. Maintenance.......................................................... 4-41
18-7-1. Maintenance list.............................................. 4-41
18-7-3. Checking HS Cooling Cut nozzle ................... 4-42
18-7-4. Checking amount of cooling water ................. 4-43
18-7-5. Adjusting rust inhibitor concentration
of cooling water............................................... 4-44
18-7-6. Draining cooling water .................................... 4-45
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18-7-7. Cooling water tank, piping, and filter............... 4-47
18-7-8. Machine .......................................................... 4-47
18-8. NC codes, alarms and troubleshooting ................. 4-47
18-8-1. NC codes (G- and M-codes)........................... 4-47
18-8-2. Alarms and warnings ...................................... 4-48
18-8-3. Troubleshooting .............................................. 4-49
19. Oil shot ......................................................................... 4-50
19-1. Usage .................................................................... 4-50
19-2. Detail description ................................................... 4-50
19-3. Method of use........................................................ 4-51
19-4. Composition........................................................... 4-52
19-5. Filling shot tank with shot agent ............................ 4-52
19-6. Bleeding air............................................................ 4-53
19-7. Adjusting orientation of jet nozzle .......................... 4-54
19-8. Shot agent pre-spraying function .......................... 4-55
19-9. Troubleshooting ..................................................... 4-55
19-10. Consumables....................................................... 4-57
20. Active Cut ..................................................................... 4-58
20-1. Description............................................................. 4-58
20-2. Operation............................................................... 4-58
21. ECO Cut ....................................................................... 4-59
21-1. Description............................................................. 4-59
21-2. Operational cautions.............................................. 4-59
21-3. Specifications......................................................... 4-60
21-4. ECO nozzle ........................................................... 4-61
21-5. Adjustment............................................................. 4-61
21-5-1. Maintaining ECO nozzle ................................. 4-61
21-5-2. Centering ECO nozzle .................................... 4-62
21-6. Operation............................................................... 4-63
21-6-1. Explanation of operation of ECO Cut ............. 4-63
21-6-2. Preparing for editing program ......................... 4-65
21-6-3. Replacing word ............................................... 4-66
21-6-4. Changing cutting conditions............................ 4-67
21-6-5. Checking data in processing condition file ..... 4-67
21-6-6. Changing data ................................................ 4-68
21-6-7. Saving data ..................................................... 4-68
21-7. Maintenance .......................................................... 4-69
21-7-1. Maintenance item list ...................................... 4-69
21-7-2. ECO nozzle..................................................... 4-69
21-7-3. Machine .......................................................... 4-69
22. Workclamp interference area deceleration function..... 4-70
4-3
1. Cutting precautions
 The cutting conditions and piercing conditions must be finely adjusted, depending
on the condition of the mirrors or lens. Lower the cutting feed rate or raise the
pulse duty for gouging during cutting. Extend the piercing time or raise the pulse
duty when the hole is not pierced through the worksheet.
 The maximum cutting feed rate for cutting a round hole is 150 times (per minute)
the diameter of the hole. The roundness of the hole deteriorates when the hole is
cut at a higher feed rate.
 When cutting a hole by using a pre-registered processing condition file, use a
cutting condition of decreasing number with decreasing hole diameter.
 The minimum diameter of the hole to be cut is the same as the thickness of the
worksheet to be used.
 Worksheets may not be properly cut, depending on their material or surface
condition (whether or not rust, oil, or scale is deposited).
 When a worksheet with its top surface protected with a vinyl sheet is cut, the
protective sheet may be removed by the discharge of the assist gas and interfere
with the cutting of the worksheet.
 Adhesion of dross generally increases when a worksheet with its top surface
protected with a vinyl sheet is cut with its surface facing down, but when an
aluminum worksheet is cut with its vinyl sheet-protected surface facing down, the
adhesion of dross on the bottom of the cut can be reduced.
 When a worksheet protected with a vinyl sheet (especially polyvinyl chloride sheet)
is cut, the gas generated during the cutting operation corrodes the machine. Apply
a rust inhibitor to the machine.
 When the pulse duty is increased to increase the output power, piercing can be
performed in a short time. When the worksheet is of heavy gauge, however,
sudden heating makes its piercing unstable. When piercing a heavy-gauge
worksheet, increase the pulse frequency and duty in steps for fast and stable
piercing. Refer to “5. Step piercing” in this Part.
 When precoated steel sheets are processed, resultant vapors may contaminate
the lens or spatter may occur. Check the lens carefully, and clean it if necessary.
 For the ECO Cut process, CO2 laser nozzles (S*.*E and D*.*E) cannot be used. Be
sure to use fiber laser nozzles (S*.*FE and D*.*FE). (Do not use fiber laser nozzles
other than the Amada genuine fiber laser nozzles.)
 The D4.0AL nozzle set for cutting medium- and heavy-gauge aluminum, copper,
titanium, and brass sheets is a double nozzle exclusive for high-reflectivity
materials. Do not use the other 4.0 nozzle types (D4.0, D4.0C, D4.0W) for these
materials.
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 Do not use the D*.*C nozzles when piercing and cutting a worksheet with oxygen
gas.
 Check that the shield ring is installed into the plug before installing the nozzle unit.
Unless the shield ring is installed, the plug may burn out.
 Set the power of the marking conditions in the range of 300 to 900 W.
 Do not perform fine-edge cutting on copper and brass sheets because the process
fiber may be damaged.
 Do not perform marking on copper and brass sheets because the process fiber
may be damaged.
 Use oxygen as assist gas for marking aluminum sheets. Other assist gases may
damage the process fiber.
 Use the S2.0 nozzle when processing mild steel, stainless steel, and
electrogalvanized steel sheets. For other materials (copper, brass, aluminum,
hot-dip galvanized steel, etc.), use the D2.0F nozzle.
If the “BEAM REFLECTING” alarm has occurred with the S2.0 nozzle, change to
the D2.0F nozzle.
 Do not set the gas pressure in the piercing conditions lower than that in the
standard conditions. Doing so may contaminate the nozzle, lens, and lens
protection window, among other parts, and cause processing defects.
 If you process a worksheet without piercing (or without specifying M103A0, for
example), the nozzle, lens, and lens protection window may be contaminated to
cause processing defects.
 With use, the lens may be covered with contaminants that cannot be removed by
daily cleaning. In such a case, cleaning with a 5% acetic acid solution is effective.
As soon as you clean the focusing lens with the 5% acetic acid solution, wipe it
with isopropyl alcohol to prevent dry stains.
For details, contact AMADA.
 When processing high-reflectivity sheets such as copper and brass, do not
perform processing with Head Control set to “MID” or Pierce Type set to “2” (fast
piercing). Doing so may cause optical parts breakage.
 The 190AX lens is dedicated to oxygen cutting of mild steel. Do not use it for
oxygen cutting of other materials.
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2. Processing condition files
Processing condition files where normal cutting conditions, piercing conditions, and
edge and-approach cutting conditions are preset and registered beforehand in the
NC unit.
One processing condition file can set 10 normal cutting conditions (9 for cutting and 1
for marking), 5 piercing conditions, and 10 edge-and-approach cutting conditions.
(See the note below.) A maximum of 1000 processing condition files can be
registered, including those already registered.
REFERENCE
 For registering a new processing condition file and setting normal cutting, piercing
or edge-and-approach cutting conditions, refer to “4. LASER tab” in Part 10 in the
Reference Manual.
NOTE
 When a pre-registered processing condition file has less than 9 normal cutting
conditions, the condition with the highest cutting feed rate is set for the numbers
for the other conditions. When setting new conditions, change unnecessary
conditions, or register a new processing condition file and set necessary conditions
in the file.
2-1. Listing processing condition files

The processing condition files pre-registered in the NC unit can be checked in the
[LIST] view of the [LASER tab] in Common Tools. The [LIST] view lists the
processing condition files in alphanumeric order. The number and contents of the
pre-registered processing condition files vary with the laser oscillator model.
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2-2. Names of processing condition files
The pre-registered processing condition files are named according to the JIS
material name, thickness (in millimeters), and processing method of the worksheet
for which the cutting conditions are set.
When the material name ends in a number, it is connected by a hyphen to the
thickness.
SPC: Cold-rolled steel SPCC
A-SPC: Air Cut of cold-rolled steel SPCC
C-SPC: Clean Cut of cold-rolled steel SPCC
E-SPC: EZ Cut (optional) of cold-rolled steel SPCC
SPH: Hot-rolled steel SPHC
SS400: Structural steel SS400
A-SUS: Air Cut of stainless steel SUS304-2B
C-SUS: Clean Cut of stainless steel SUS304-2B
E-SUS: EZ Cut (optional) of stainless steel SUS304-2B
A-A1050: Air Cut of pure aluminum A1050
C-A1050: Clean Cut of pure aluminum A1050
A-A5052: Air Cut of aluminum alloy A5052
C-A5052: Clean Cut of aluminum alloy A5052
SECC: Electrogalvanized steel SECC
A-SECC: Air Cut of electrogalvanized steel SECC
C-SECC: Clean Cut of electrogalvanized steel SECC
E-SECC: EZ Cut (optional) of electrogalvanized steel SECC
C-BRASS Clean Cut of Brass C2801
COPPER Copper C1100
C-TI Clean Cut of Titanium
The letter after the material name ends represents the following content.
L2: 190 lens is used
L3: 190AX lens is used
E: ECO Cut
W: HS-WACS nozzle is used
RF/R: Reference data
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NOTE
 The processing conditions are set for the following worksheet material types:
Mild steel: 3.2 mm and less: SPCC
4.5 to 6.0 mm: SPHC
9.0 mm and above: SS400
SUS: SUS304-2B
SECC: Electrogalvanized steel with zinc coating amount of 10 g/m2 per side
Aluminum: JIS A1050 pure aluminum
JIS A5052 aluminum alloy
2-3. Programming
Cutting program commands are used to specify a laser processing condition file
required for laser cutting and one cutting condition set in the file, as shown in the
example given below.
Example:
M102(C-SUS1.0); (1)
G90 G92 X1270 Y1270;
G00 X20 Y20;
M100;
E01; (2)
G01 Y10;
:
:
(1) The processing condition file C-SUS1.0 is selected by “M102 (C-SUS1.0).” from
[LASER].
REFERENCE
 For details of the processing condition file, refer to Part 11, Editing Laser
Processing Conditions, in the Reference Manual.
(2) No. 1 cutting condition is selected by “E01.”
REFERENCE
 For details of the cutting condition, refer to “2. COND. view” and “2-4. Cut tab”
in Part 11 in the Reference Manual.
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The edge No. set on the [Cut] tab is selected from the same No. on the [Edge
Data] tab.
REFERENCE
 For details of the edge cutting condition, refer to “2-7. Edge Data tab” in Part
11 in the Reference Manual.
The pierce No. set on the [Cut] tab is selected from the same No. on the [Pierce]
tab.
REFERENCE
 For details of the pierce cutting condition, refer to “2-5. Pierce tab” in Part 11 in
the Reference Manual.
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3. Cautions when looking at processing conditions
 The processing conditions (printed matter) are bound in a separate volume.
 The processing conditions present the data entered in the processing condition
files at the time of delivery.
 The listed processing conditions are reference values and outside the scope of
warranty.
 The focal point is the distance moved from the reference position set so that the
kerf width of slits cut by setting the nozzle gap at 1.5 mm {0.06 in.} becomes the
smallest.
 The nozzle gap is a clearance between the worksheet surface and the nozzle tip.
 The processing conditions describe the lens type, nozzle type, and assist gas
setting pressure. Before starting the cutting operation, check that the machine is
ready.
(1) Lens
The lens is available in the types of 190 and 190AX. Numerical representation of a
lens shows the focal length (mm). Check that the lens registered in the applicable
processing condition file is installed.
(2) Nozzle
The nozzle is available in the types of S2.0, D2.0F, D4.0C, S1.2FE, etc. Numbers
and symbolic representation of the nozzle show the nozzle hole diameter (mm) and
the nozzle type, respectively. Check that the nozzle registered in the applicable
processing condition file is installed.
(3) Assist gas pressure setting

The assist gas pressure need not be set because it is controlled by the NC assist gas
control.
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4. Override function
If necessary, finely adjust the processing conditions in the processing condition file
as described below.
1. Press the [LASER] button (or tab) in Common Tools, and press the [COND.]
button to show the [COND.] view.
2. Press the button indicating the speed override value on [Device indicator] to
open the Override window.
REFERENCE
 For details of the Override window, refer to “1-3. Override window” in

Appendix in the Reference Manual.
3. Select the processing condition item to which you want to apply the override
among [Feed Rate], [Power], [Frequency], [Duty], and [Gas Pressure].
4. Adjust the override factor with the [+1]/[–1] buttons, [+10]/[-10] buttons, or scroll
bar for each override value. For the override of [Feed Rate], use the OVERRIDE
knob on the NC control panel.
Feed Rate: 0 to 120%
Power: 0 to 200%
Frequency.: 0 to 200%
Duty: 0 to 150%
Gas Pressure.: 0 to 200%
NOTE
 Press the [CLEAR] button to cancel the override factor applied to the selected
processing condition item and return the override factor to 100%.
5. After completing the setting, press the [CLOSE] button to show the [COND.]
view. (The override settings are not reflected on each value on the display.)
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5. Step piercing
Step piercing is a function of piercing a heavy-gauge worksheet at high speed and
stability by increasing the pulse frequency and duty in steps.
The pulse frequency and duty are incremented from their initial values by preset
amounts for the number of steps per each step time.
Example 1: Preset number of steps is completed within piercing time
Incremental
Pierce Output Initial value Step Pierce Gas Gas Change
value Gap
No. S Time Pressure Type Time
Frequency Duty Frequency Duty Time Number
101 3600 70 15 10 1 0.5 4 5 0.05 1 0 0
When the preset number of steps is completed within the preset piercing time, the
remaining piercing operation is performed at the final pulse frequency and duty.
Example 2: Preset number of steps is not completed within piercing time
Incremental
Pierce Output Initial value Step Pierce Gas Gas Change
value Gap
No. S Time Pressure Type Time
Frequency Duty Frequency Duty Time Number
101 3600 70 15 5 1 0.7 10 4 0.05 1 0 0
If the preset number of steps is not completed within the preset piercing time,
additional steps are performed until the end of the preset time.
PIERCING
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6. Approach and edge cutting functions
The approach and edge cutting functions judge whether or not the portion to be cut is
an approach or edge cut portion from the setup data of the NC, and control the laser
beam so that the approach or edge cut can be made under optimum conditions.
Pierced point Cut made by changing

cutting conditions over
specified distance
Cut made under conditions of

processing condition file called
by programmed E-code number
APPROACH CUTTING
6-1. Use and purpose of approach cutting function

The approach cutting function controls the laser beam so that a successful approach
cut can be made after the completion of piercing. This function is effective in
preventing a problem when cutting a heavy-gauge structural steel (SS) sheet or
cutting any type of worksheet by the Aluminum Cut, Clean Cut, Air Cut, or EZ Cut
method.
6-2. Performance of approach cutting function

When approach cutting is performed, as the figure above, normal cutting conditions
are changed to approach cutting conditions over the specified distance from the
pierced point according to the [Edge/Approach] processing conditions set on the
[Edge Data] tab in the [COND.] view. For more stable cutting, set a lower approach
cutting feed rate.
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6-3. Use and purpose of edge cutting function
The edge cutting function prevents cutting problems like edge meltdown. This
function is effective in cutting mild steel and other materials whose edge is likely to
melt down.
The edge cutting function need not be used when the edge is to be cut by a method
that prevents the edge from melting down, such as Clean Cut, Air Cut, or EZ Cut (but
can be used without any problem).
Pierced point
Slowdown at
Piercing motion exit of edge
at edge
EDGE CUTTING
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6-4. Performance of edge cutting function
When edge cutting is performed, the laser beam makes a piercing motion at the edge
according to the [Edge/Approach] processing conditions, and the normal cutting
conditions are changed to the edge cutting conditions over the specified distance.
The maximum angle for edge control is set at “Angle” column among the edge cutting
conditions on the [Edge Data] tab. When the edge angle calculated in the NC is
smaller than the preset value of “Angle” column, edge cutting control is automatically
performed.
The edge angle automatically judged by the NC is not the edge angle commanded in
the program, but is the edge angle commanded in the program and compensated for
the cutting path. The NC calculates the edge angle by a different method, depending
on whether the cutting path is compensated for at the left or right side of the laser
beam in the cutting direction.
Left-side compensation
When the cutting path is compensated for at the left side of the laser beam in the
cutting direction, the edge angle becomes as shown below. The edge angle
commanded in the program becomes the same as that calculated in the NC.
: Cutting direction
: Cutting path under normal cutting conditions

: Cutting program shape
: Edge angle judged

(after compensation)
Laser beam
Start point End point

Edge angle judged in left-side compensation
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Right-side compensation
When the cutting path is compensated for at the right side of the laser beam in the
cutting direction, the edge angle commanded in the program becomes different from
that calculated in the NC. When right-side compensation is commanded, the NC
forms minute blocks at the edge as shown below.
Minute block formed by
compensation
: Cutting direction
: Cutting path under normal cutting conditions

: Cutting program shape
: Edge angle judged

(after compensation)
Laser beam
Minute block formed by

compensation
End point Start point
Edge angle judged in right-side compensation
Edge cut processing becomes effective for the data obtained after the cutting path
compensation. When a minute block is formed at the edge, the NC assumes the
angle of the minute block as the edge angle and judges the motion of the laser beam
accordingly. The minute block is formed during calculation in the NC and cannot be
confirmed in the program. The edge angle in the minute block formed varies with the
shape of the cut to be made and is difficult to calculate.
A large standard value of 150° is set at “Angle” column among the edge cutting
conditions, so that edge cutting can be performed in the right-side compensation
even when minute blocks are formed. Fully consider this point when changing the
preset value.
Edge cutting is not performed when “Angle” column is 0°.
Edge cutting is performed for all edges and tangents when “Angle” column is 180°.
Edge cutting is performed for all edges but tangents when “Angle” column is 179°.
“Angle” column need not be set in the approach cutting conditions. Any value set at
“Angle” column is ignored during approach cutting.
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6-5. Operating approach and edge cutting functions
When numbers 201 to 210 are entered at “App. data” and “Edge Data” on the [Cut]
tab in the [COND.] view for the processing condition file called by the program, the
NC can make approach and edge cuts under automatic control. The necessary
approach or edge cutting conditions must be preset at the corresponding numbers.
If any number where approach or edge cutting conditions are not preset is specified,
an alarm occurs during approach or edge cutting or the cutting is performed under
the approach or edge cutting conditions selected last.
When number 200 is entered at “Edge data” column, the NC judges the suitable
number for the angle of processing shape.
6-6. Constraint on creation of edge cutting program

The edge cutting function is controlled by the NC unit and imposes the following
constraint in the program:
● The edge cutting function does not operate if G00 is commanded for the edge.
When assigning the laser cutting path during the creation of a program with the
automatic programming unit, do as described below.
● Turn off the output of G00.
When the program is created under this condition, G00; is not output in the program.
7. Clean Cut
The Clean Cut is a process for laser cutting stainless steel and other materials
without oxidation.
REFERENCE
 For the procedure, refer to “2-3. Common Parameters area” in Part 11 in the
Reference Manual.
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8. Reflected light detection
The reflected light detection is the function to protect the laser oscillator when
materials likely to reflect the laser beam, such as aluminum and brass, are cut.
Detection of the laser beam returning back after being reflected off the material
surface interrupts the cutting operation and displays an alarm.
9. Hyper EZ Cut II (option)

The Hyper EZ Cut II is a higher version of the EZ Cut, or is an air cutting process that
supplies the assist gas at a pressure higher than the EZ Cut and ensures a more
stable assist gas concentration than the EZ Cut.
10. Z-axis tracking sensor

The Z-axis tracking sensor is automatically calibrated when calibration is executed
on the UTILITIES display. The HS edge detection function can also be used.
REFERENCE
 For the details of the Z-axis tracking sensor, refer to “1-3-9. Adjust HS Sensor” in
 For the details of the HS edge detection function, refer to “1-1-3. HS Edge
Detection tab” in Part 14 in the Reference Manual.
11. NC assist gas control

NC assist gas control refers the function of automatically selecting the assist gas
type and setting the assist gas pressure.
The NC assist gas control sets the assist gas pressure in a processing condition file.
[Gas Type] and [Gas Pressure] can be checked with [Check Assist Gas] on the
UTILITIES display.
REFERENCE
 For details of the gas type and setting gas pressure, refer to “2-4. Cut tab” in Part
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NOTE
 During the program operation of the machine, the assist gas is not discharged
unless the following conditions are met:
a) The laser oscillator is started up, and the SHUTTER keyswitch is set to ON.
b) The laser shutter is open, or the Z-axis is positioned below the gas discharge
height.
Item Specification
Pressure display range 0.000 to 2.999 MPa {0 to 435 psi}
Least input increment 0.01 MPa {1.5 psi}
NC specified pressure range 0.02 to 3.00 MPa {2.9 to 435.2 psi}
Controlled gas pressure range 0.00 to 3.00 MPa {0 to 435.2 psi}
±3% full scale
Accuracy (0 to 50°C {32 to 122°F}; reference
temperature of 25°C {77°F})
Operating temperature and relative 0 to 50°C {32 to 122°F} and 80% RH
humidity maximum
NOTE
 The override function allows a minimum assist gas pressure of 0.02 MPa {2.8 psi}
to be specified, but if the minimum assist gas pressure of 0.02 MPa {2.8 psi} is
specified, it cannot be guaranteed that the assist gas will be discharged at the
specified pressure.
12. Processing monitor

The processing monitor detects light reflected during laser cutting with an optical
fiber installed above the laser head and informs the NC unit of piercing completion,
improper piercing, or improper cutting. The NC unit uses these items of information
to automatically stop the machine or retry piercing and cutting for better availability or
reliability.
REFERENCE
 For details of the processing monitor, refer to its operator’s manual.
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13. Nozzle changer
The nozzle changer automatically changes the nozzle before starting or during
cutting.
It also cleans the nozzle with the attached nozzle cleaning brush at nozzle change.
REFERENCE
 For details of the nozzle changer, refer to its operator’s manual.

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14. NC focus control

NC focus control refers to the function of automatically moving up and down the focal
point of the lens.
The focus control axis is the B-axis. The NC focus control function sets the focal
point in a processing condition file.
REFERENCE
 For the detail of the NC focus control, refer to “2-3. Common Parameters area” in
NOTE
 The B-axis need not be zero-returned.
Item Specification
Focus control B-axis
B-axis travel distance 40.000 mm {1.5748 in.}
B-axis rapid feed rate 100 mm/min {3.9 in./min}
B-axis command range 0 to 40.000 mm {0 to 1.5748 in.}
15. Conveyors
The conveyors are used for unloading scrap and parts dropped from the table.
REFERENCE
 For a detailed operating procedure, refer to “3-4. MAINTENANCE button” in Part

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16. Purge unit
16-1. Usage
The purge unit supplies clean air into the laser beam path to prevent the diffusion of
the laser beam, for example.
16-2. Arrangement of units

Unit location
MAIN AIR FILTER UNIT
PURGE UNIT IS HOUSED

IN THIS BOX
Purge unit
[3] Indicator of humidity level

[4] Orifice [2] Filter for oil-mist
[2] Activated carbon filter
Solenoid
[8] Terminal valve
block YV3P
Cylinder Cylinder
A B
Ground (M4)
[7] Silencer Air outlet (φ8)
[7] Exhaust valve

YV2P [1] Cartridge
(adsorption
columns)
[6] Pressure switch Air inlet (φ12) [6] Pressure

[5] Control valve
SP1P YV1P switch
SP2P
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No. Part name Function
[1] Water is removed here by supplied compressed air.
Cartridge (adsorption
There are two cartridges (adsorption columns). Two
columns)
cartridges repeat adsorption and restoration in turn.
[2] Activated carbon filter This filter removes impurities of air coming out of an
and Filter for oil-mist adsorption columns.
[3] This detection paper detects an upswing in dew-point
Indicator of humidity
temperature of the outlet air. Visually check the
level
change of the color.
[4] Volume of communication air of two adsorption
Orifice
columns is held down in this way.
[5] Two adsorption columns are changed and run by this
Control valve (YV1P)
valve.
[6] Pressure switch The pressure drop of supply air is detected by this
(SP1P, SP2P) switch.
[7] Exhaust valve These are exhaust valve for restoration air and
Silencer Silencer for reducing exhaust sound.
[8] This terminal is for the solenoid valve, and pressure
Terminal block
switch.
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16-3. Specifications
Fluid Compressed air
Inlet pressure MPa 0.46 to 0.7

(Gauge pressure) psi 66.7 to 101.5
m3/min 0.325
Inlet air capacity
ft3/min 11.48
2 to 60/below saturation
°C/% point (without dew
Inlet air condensation)
Pneumatic
temperature/humidity 35.6 to 140/below
circuit
°F/% saturation point (without
Specifications dew condensation)
Inlet concentration of oil mg/m3 0.1

mist lb/ft 3
0.62x10-9
Inlet concentration of
ppm 400 or less
carbon dioxide
m3/min 0.1
Volume of product gas
ft3/min 3.53
°C 2 to 40
Ambient temperature
°F 35.6 to 104
Adsorbent change timing 12,000 hours or 2 years
–58 at atmospheric
°C
Outlet dew point pressure
temperature of air –72.4 at atmospheric
°F
pressure
Rated Performance
Outlet concentration of
specifications ppm 50 or less
carbon dioxide
Outlet concentration of oil mg/m3 0.01

mist lb/ft3 0.62x10-10
Ambient temperature °C 32
Voltage V 24 DC
Electrical
Power W 3.0
property
Current mA 125
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Decompression
Regeneration type
regeneration type
4 min
Regeneration cycle
(switchover every 2 min)
Equipment
MB000-10-WZ
details Oil mist filter (Filtration degree)
(0.01 μm)
Activated carbon filter MB000-10-WZX
Element change interval
6,000 hours or 1 years
Oil mist filter & Activated carbon filter
16-4. Operation
16-4-1. Starting operation
1. Check the main air filter unit, make sure that the drain discharge is once a week
or less.
NOTICE
 Make sure that the drain discharge is one time a week or less.
If the drain discharge is twice or more a week, the supply air may be
contaminated. Refer to “16-5. Troubleshooting” in this Part.
2. Turn on the POWER ON/OFF button on NC

control panel to illuminate the button. The purge
unit starts and produces the gas.
NOTICE
 Be sure to use dry air for main air supply by dryer.

 Be sure to keep humidity of air supply below 90%.
 After starting purge unit, the air in the optical axis is changed for one minute.
The message “LAS 96 or 4048 PURGE READY DRIVING” is displayed during
the air change in the optical axis.
 Laser beam cannot be output during the air change in the optical axis.
16-4-2. Finishing operation

Turn off the POWER ON/OFF button on the NC
control panel to extinguish the button.
The power of purge unit is turned off, and shut off the
valve, is closed, and the gas supply is stopped.
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16-5. Troubleshooting
Situation Cause Confirm and remedy
The drain discharge The supply air may be Stop the air compressor. Contact the
few times a week.*1 contaminated. supplier to inspect and fix it.
Inspect each filter and activated
carbon cylinder. Replace it, if
necessary.
Processing conditions Air supply pressure Review the main air supply facilities,
not stabilized fluctuates. and keep the pressure above
0.5MPa.
The supplied air is Do not perform degreasing or
contaminated with painting with organic solvents
organic gas. around the air compressor.
Organic gas passes through the
purge unit. It creeps into optical axis,
and then it has a negative impact to
the laser beam.
Deterioration of filter Inspect the damp or odor of the filter
element or active carbon that is placed after activated carbon
cylinder. If the filter is stink or damp,
replace all filter elements including
activated carbon cylinder.
Or replace the film separator, also
too.
NOTICE
*1: If did not recognize that the bad conditions are continued, the unit might be in
trouble or break. And the compressor might be same too.
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16-6. Alarms
Alarm displays Conditions and causes Responses
LAS 96 or 4048 - Conditions - (1) This is resolved automatically
PURGE This is displayed when the NC when the laser beam path has
READY power is turning on and clean air been supplied with clean air.
DRIVING is being supplied to the laser The purging operation cannot
beam path. be completed properly if any
- Cause - of the following alarms occur:
(1) This occurs whenever the NC LAS 1 MAIN AIR
power is turned on (POWER PRESSURE
ON/OFF button is “ON”). DOWN
LAS 156 ADSORPTION
PRESSURE
SWITCH ERROR
LAS 157 PLEASE
EXCHANGE OIL
MIST FILTER +
ACTIVATED
CARBON FILTER
LAS 158 PLEASE
EXCHANGE
ADSORBENT
LAS 4100 - Conditions - (1) This message is treated as a
PLEASE * PLEASE ARRANGE THE warning, which means that
ARRANGE MAINTENANCE KIT (6000H). laser work is possible, but as
THE This is displayed when the the changeover period for
MAINTENANC changeover period for the oil mist consumables is approaching,
E KIT(6000H) filter and activated carbon filter is you should contact AMADA.
Alternatively within 500H. * Note: If the consumables are
LAS 4101 not changed after this message is
displayed and you continue to
PLEASE * PLEASE ARRANGE THE
use the machine, one of the
ARRANGE MAINTENANCE KIT (12000H).
following occurs within 500 hours;
THE This is displayed when the
“LAS 157 or 4098: PLEASE
MAINTENANC changeover period for the
EXCHANGE OIL MIST FILTER +
E KIT(12000H) adsorbent is within 500H.
ACTIVATED CARBON FILTER”,
------------------- or “LAS 158 or 4099: PLEASE
- Cause - EXCHANGE ADSORBENT”
(1) The changeover period for
consumables is within 500H.
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Alarm displays Conditions and causes Responses
LAS 156 or - Conditions - If you press the NC RESET
4097 When the control valve is ON and button to clear the alarm but it
ADSORPTION one minute passes and either the reoccurs, contact AMADA to have
PRESSURE adsorbent pipe A pressure switch the following parts replaced.
SWITCH is open or the adsorbent pipe B (1) Replace the control valve.
ERROR pressure switch is closed, or on (2) Replace the exhaust valve.
the other hand the control valve is (3) Replace the pressure switch.
OFF and one minute passes and
(4) Replace the silencer.
the adsorbent pipe A pressure
switch is closed or the adsorbent
pipe B pressure switch is open,
this is displayed.
-------------------
- Cause -
(1) Control valve failure
(2) Exhaust valve failure
(3) Pressure switch failure
(4) Silencer blocked
LAS 157 or - Conditions - (1) There are parts that need to
4098 * PLEASE EXCHANGE OIL MIST be changed so contact
PLEASE FILTER + ACTIVATED CARBON AMADA.
EXCHANGE FILTER. (2) Replace the consumables.
OIL MIST This is displayed when the After this, go to
FILTER + changeover period for the purge [MAINTENANCE] ->
ACTIVATED maintenance kit has passed [INSPECTION] -> [Supply],
CARBON 6000H. select the part that was
FILTER changed, and press the
Alternatively [COMPLETE] button.
* PLEASE EXCHANGE
LAS 158 or ADSORBENT. *Note: If the filter elements of the
4099 filters and the adsorbent are not
This is displayed when the
PLEASE changed regularly, the machine
changeover period for the purge
EXCHANGE may malfunction or fail.
maintenance kit has passed
ADSORBENT 12000H. It will also be impossible to do
laser work as the air in the laser
-------------------
beam path is not purged when
- Cause -
this alarms occurs.
(1) The changeover period for
consumables has passed.
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16-7. Daily maintenance
16-7-1. Checking compressor for main air
Check the air compressor as described in its manual.
16-7-2. Checking purge unit

Maintenance items
1. Drain exhaust situation of main air filter.
Check that the amount of drain is not increased rapidly.
2. Leak or damage of main air piping (including the customer’s factory piping).
Check that the main air regulator does not indicate 0 MPa before starting the
compressor.
16-8. Periodic maintenance

16-8-1. Checking compressor for main air
Check the air compressor as described in its manual.
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16-8-2. Checking purge unit
Check purge unit periodically.
After changing a maintenance part, select its name under [MAINTENANCE] ->
[INSPECTION] -> [Supply], and press the [COMPLETE] button.
Items to be checked and serviced Content and timing of checks and services
● Oil mist filter The element change warning is displayed
● Activated carbon filter after 5,500 hour operation.
Change every year or 6000 hours.
Since operation stops at 6,000 hours, the
element is recommended to be changed
when the warning is displayed. Contact
AMADA when changing the element.
● Silencer Change when changing the element.
● Adsorbent (insert cartridge) The adsorbent change warning is displayed
after 11,500 hour operation.
Change every two years or 12000 hours.
Since operation stops at 12,000 hours, the
adsorbent is recommended to be changed
when the warning is displayed. Contact
AMADA when changing the adsorbent.
● Humidity indicator (test paper) Change when changing the adsorbent
● Check valve (check valve assembly) (insert cartridge).
NOTICE
 Unless maintenance parts are exchanged periodically, breakdown or damage can

appear in the purge unit.
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16-8-3. Inspection setting
When maintenance parts are exchanged, place a check mark on the item you have
changed on the [Supply] tab by referring to “1-4-4. Supply tab” in Part 14 in the
Reference Manual, and press the [COMPLETE] button.
[1] Select the items you have changed
[2] Press the [Complete] button
16-8-4. Consumable parts list

Name Model Maker
Consumable Part Set
- ORION
(each 6,000 hr)
Consumable Part Set
- ORION
(each 12,000 hr)
Consumable Part Kit
M3000-KIT ORION
(for Oil-mist Filter)
Consumable Part Kit
M3000-KIT-X ORION
(for Activated Carbon Filter)
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17. OVS IV (option)
The OVS IV system takes images of the worksheet with a CCD camera, captures the
images, and makes necessary measurements and calculations on the images to
compensate for the deviation of the cut origin and to calculate the circularity and pitch
of laser-cut holes, for example.
REFERENCE
 For the detail of the OVS IV, refer to its operator’s manual.
18. HS Cooling Cut

18-1. Description
The HS Cooling Cut uses a dedicated nozzle unit (HS Cooling Cut nozzle) with the
additional function of spraying water to cool the material being cut. This process
provides for efficient cooling of the local cutting point and stabilizes the temperature
of the material.
Laser cutting, a type of thermal cutting, heats the material as it cuts the material. The
resultant increase in the temperature of the material is a great hindrance to the
establishment of stable laser cutting and the practice of fine laser cutting.
The HS Cooling Cut enables more stable laser cutting and offers the following
benefits:
a) Reduction in rejection rate for piercing of 12 mm {0.47 in.} or thicker JIS G 3101
Grade SS400 steel
b) Improvement in stability of multiple part cutting of 12 mm {0.47 in.} or thicker JIS G
3101 Grade SS400 steel
c) Prevention of melting in fine cutting like edge cutting
d) Improvement in speed of small-diameter hole cutting
The HS Cooling Cut nozzle is controlled by the same controller as that of the Z-axis
tracking sensor.
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18-2. Operational cautions
 Before use, clean the HS Cooling Cut nozzle’s inside with an air gun or the like,
and check that the HS Cooling Cut nozzle is free from spatter and other foreign
matter. The installation and use of a nozzle with such deposits in the laser head
may cause misoperation of the tracking function and damage to the laser head.
 Use the HS Cooling Cut nozzle while spraying cooling water. The nozzle to be
used must be a nozzle dedicated for the HS Cooling Cut. Use of the nozzle without
cooling water spray may introduce spatter into the clearances of the nozzle and
 Mix cooling water with the specified rust inhibitor, and adjust the mixture to a
concentration of 2%. Occurrence of rust may vary with the type of the material cut.
If the material is corroded when cut by the HS Cooling Cut process, increase the
amount of the rust inhibitor to a concentration of 3%. A concentration of over 3%
may cause the sensor to misoperate.
 For the following laser cutting methods, change the HS Cooling Cut nozzle for a
standard nozzle:
• Clean Cut
• Aluminum Cut
• EZ Cut
For the ECO Cut, change to an ECO Cut nozzle.
 When the cutting operation is interrupted by pressing the NC RESET button or
STOP button by reason of a cutting problem, for example, raise the Z-axis by 25
mm {1 in.} or more to provide a sufficient nozzle gap before restarting the cutting
operation. If the cutting operation is restarted with the nozzle gap equal to the
tracking height, cooling water may deposit on the lens and markedly degrade the
lens.
 After cutting with the HS Cooling Cut, give full consideration to the maintenance
and inspection of the machine. Mixing cooling water with a rust inhibitor reduces
rust damage to the machine. After the cutting operation, be sure to remove the
moisture deposited on the machine (especially drive) and apply grease to the drive
parts.
 Perform periodic maintenance on the cooling water piping. The cooling water
mixed with the rust inhibitor leaves a highly viscous deposit when dried.
Periodically clean and maintain the cooling water piping to prevent clogging.
REFERENCE
 For the procedure for cleaning the cooling water piping, refer to “18-7-7. Cooling
water tank, piping, and filter” in this Part.
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Usable lens Focal length FL FL = 190 mm
1 D2.5W: 1 nozzle*2
Type of nozzle WACS nozzle*
D4.0W: 1 nozzle*2
Tank capacity 19.4 L {656 fl.oz.}
Air supply pressure 0.3 MPa {43 psi}
Preton EM-320
Rust inhibitor
(Sugimura Chemical Industrial)*3
Cooling water
20 mL/min {0.68 fl.oz./min}
(when [WACS] is set to ‟ON (Std)”)
Consumption
50 mL/min {1.69 fl.oz./min}
(when [WACS] is set to ‟ON (Hi)”)
Mild steel
Material
(e.g., JIS SPCC, SPHC, SS400, SK)
Worksheet
Same as mild steel cutting capacity of
Thickness
machine
0.3 to 2.0 mm {0.012 to 0.079 in.},
Command nozzle gap
1.5 mm {0.059 in.} recommended
*1 Different from the Z-axis tracking sensor and ECO Cut nozzle. The Z-axis tracking
sensor and ECO Cut nozzle cannot be used for the HS Cooling Cut process.
*2 When using a D-type nozzle, accurately center it. Unless the D-type nozzle is
accurately centered, the laser beam may damage its hole and detract from its
performance.
*3 For details, refer to “1-3. Sugimura Chemical Industrial Preton EM-320” in
Appendix.
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18-4. Names of parts
The arrangement of component parts may vary with the model of the machine.
18-4-1. Arrangement of parts
COOLING WATER TANK
18-4-2. Cooling water tank piping

COOLING WATER WATER FILLER/DRAIN CAP
COUPLER
AIR HOSE FOR
PRESSURIZATION
BRACKET
TOP END
COOLING WATER
TANK
LEVEL GAUGE
Y-TYPE STRAINER
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18-4-3. Laser head
WACS PIPING PARTS
18-4-4. HS Cooling Cut nozzle
TEFLON RING
HS COOLING CUT NOZZLE

(WACS NOZZLE)
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18-5. Operation
18-5-1. Preparations before operation
1. Check the amount of water in the cooling water tank.
2. Adjust each part.
REFERENCE
 For the procedure for checking the amount of water, refer to “18-7-4. Checking
amount of cooling water” in this Part.
 For the procedure for adding water, refer to “18-7-6. Draining cooling water” in this
Part.
18-5-2. Program operation

For cutting with the HS Cooling Cut nozzle, check the following items after adjusting
each part, and use the HS Cooling Cut nozzle in the same way as the standard
nozzle.
a) [WACS] is set to “ON (Std)” or “ON (Hi)” under [OPTIONS] in the processing
condition file to be used for the program.
b) The [ON] button is illuminated under [PANEL] in Common Tools -> [LASER] ->
[Tracing Sensor].
18-5-3. Disposition after operation

1. Clean the HS Cooling Cut nozzle.
2. Remove the moisture deposited on the machine and worksheet.
3. When using the standard nozzle in the next cutting operation, change the HS
Cooling Cut nozzle for the standard nozzle, and calibrate the Z-axis tracking
sensor.
REFERENCE
 For the procedure for cleaning the HS Cooling Cut nozzle, refer to “18-7-2.
Cleaning HS Cooling Cut nozzle” in this Part.
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18-6. Adjustment
DANGER
 During the adjustment, a minute laser beam may be emitted from
the nozzle. Never place your hands or any other body part below
the nozzle. Otherwise you may get burned.
Before using the HS Cooling Cut, adjust and check each part as described below.
Execute [MOTION] of [Adjust WACS] utiltiy
Execute [FLUSHING] of [Adjust WACS]

utiltiy
Calibrate Z-axis tracking sensor

Execute [ADJUST] of [Adjust HS Sensor]
utiltiy
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18-6-1. Cleaning HS Cooling Cut nozzle
Before its adjustment, clean the HS Cooling Cut nozzle.
NOTE
 When installing the HS Cooling Cut nozzle, be sure to check that it has the Teflon
ring.
REFERENCE
 For the procedure for cleaning the HS Cooling Cut nozzle, refer to “18-7-2.
Cleaning HS Cooling Cut nozzle” in this Part.
18-6-2. Checking cooling water tank

Check the amount of water in the cooling water tank.
REFERENCE
 For the procedure for checking the amount of water, refer to “18-7-4. Checking
amount of cooling water” in this Part.
18-6-3. Checking operation

Using a utility, check the operation of the HS Cooling Cut and finely adjust the flow
rate of cooling water as described below.
2. Execute [MOTION] of the [Adjust WACS] utility.
The laser head moves down, senses the worksheet surface, and stops at 1.5
mm {0.06 in.} above the worksheet surface.
REFERENCE
 For the detail of the [Adjust WACS] utility, refer to “1-3-7. Adjust WACS” in Part
NOTE
 Set [MOTION] to ON on the

[Adjust WACS] window and
set [Motion Flow Rate] to
‟1:Standard” or ‟2:High” to
check operation. Set [Motion
Flow Rate] to the setting of
[WACS] under [OPTIONS]
in the processing condition
file.
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3. Check that the Z-axis tracking sensor is stably operating. Press the STOP
button to stop the program.
If the sensor is stably operating, center the nozzle by referring to “18-6-6.

Centering HS Cooling Cut nozzle” in this Part and “2-9. Centering nozzle” in Part
3.
If the sensor is not stably operating, perform the work described in “18-6-4.
Removing cooling water remaining in laser head” and “18-6-5. Calibrating Z-axis
tracking sensor”, and check again the operation of the HS Cooling Cut unit.
18-6-4. Removing cooling water remaining in laser head

Before calibrating the Z-axis tracking sensor, execute [FLUSHING] of the [Adjust
WACS] utility to remove the cooling water remaining in the laser head as described
below.
NOTICE
 If the cooling water remains in the laser head and nozzle, the nozzle cannot be
accurately calibrated, resulting in the misoperation of the sensor. When installing
the HS Cooling Cut nozzle, be sure to check that it has the Teflon ring.
2. Execute [FLUSHING] of the [Adjust WACS] utility.
The Z-axis automatically zero-returns, and the cooling water remaining in the
laser head is removed. This water removal lasts for 75 sec.
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18-6-5. Calibrating Z-axis tracking sensor
Calibration refers to the calibration of the nozzle gap and sensor output signal.
REFERENCE
 For the procedure for calibrating the Z-axis tracking sensor, refer to “2-10.
Calibrating Z-axis tracking sensor” in Part 3.
This calibration is required also when:

a) The sensor nozzle is changed.
b) The sensor cone is changed.
c) The sensor cable is changed.
d) The command value is different from the actual nozzle gap by more than a control
accuracy of ±0.2 mm {±0.008 in.}.
NOTICE
 The calibration program causes the laser head to start sensing the worksheet
surface after moving down to the height of Z = 25 mm {1 in.}. Do not perform the
calibration when the part is 3D or when a jig is used to cause the worksheet
surface to exceed the height of Z = 25 mm {1 in.}. Otherwise the laser head may
strike against the worksheet to damage itself and the worksheet.
NOTE
 The program is running until the START button is extinguished. If the NC RESET
button or STOP button is pressed before the START button is extinguished, the
data is cleared, and the calibration is not properly completed.
 The worksheet to be used during the calibration of the Z-axis tracking sensor
should be mild steel measuring 2.3 mm {0.09 in.} or more in thickness and large
enough with respect to the nozzle.
 When an alarm occurs, check the nozzle for looseness and contamination, and
retry the calibration from the beginning.
18-6-6. Centering HS Cooling Cut nozzle

Center the HS Cooling Cut nozzle in the same way as that of the standard nozzle.
REFERENCE
 For the procedure for centering the nozzle, refer to “2-9. Centering nozzle” in Part
3.
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18-7. Maintenance
18-7-1. Maintenance list
Item Daily Weekly Monthly
HS Cooling Cut Cleaning HS Cooling Cut nozzle
nozzle Cleaning sensor cone
Checking amount of cooling water
Adjusting rust inhibitor concentration
of cooling water
Cooling water Draining and flushing cooling water
tank and piping tank
Draining and flushing cooling water
piping
Cleaning Y-type strainer
Maintaining table surroundings
Machine Maintaining workclamps
Maintaining X direction conveyor
18-7-2. Cleaning HS Cooling Cut nozzle

Clean the HS Cooling Cut nozzle as described below.
1. Remove the HS Cooling Cut nozzle. The removal procedure is the same as that
for the standard nozzle. Remove the cooling water tube from the coupler of the
mixer.
2. Blow the HS Cooling Cut nozzle with an air gun, and wipe it dry with waste cloth.
3. Check that the HS Cooling Cut nozzle has the Teflon ring, and install the HS
Cooling Cut nozzle. The installation procedure is the same as that for the
standard nozzle.
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18-7-3. Checking HS Cooling Cut nozzle
Check the HS Cooling Cut nozzle, and change it as required. After the change,
adjust the new nozzle from the beginning.
REFERENCE
 For the adjusting procedure before using the HS Cooling Cut, refer to “18-6.
Adjustment” in this Part.
Check the nozzle for tip breakage and hole deformation. The tip breakage adversely
affects the spraying condition of the cooling water. The hole deformation adversely
affects the cut quality.
Check the teflon ring of nozzle. For scratches, distortion, attrition, and adhered
contamination. There might be cause of water leakage.
If its tip damage is severe enough, the nozzle must be changed. Order the new
nozzle with the designation D2.5W or D4.0W.
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18-7-4. Checking amount of cooling water
WARNING
 If the water filler/drain cap is opened with a high pressure inside,
the piping parts may be blown off and damaged, and injury may
occur. Reduce the air pressure inside the tank before opening the
water filler/drain cap.
Before the start of the day’s work, check that the cooling water tank (capacity of 20 L
{676 fl.oz.}) contains a sufficient amount of cooling water (rust inhibitor concentration
of 2% or less).
If there remains a small amount of cooling water, do not add cooling water, but
change the cooling water remaining in the tank as described below. Water
evaporation increases the rust inhibitor concentration in the tank. If the cooling water
in the tank is used with such a high rust inhibitor concentration, the cutting operation
may be adversely affected.
1. Check that the machine stops or is not in the HS Cooling Cut process. (The
cooling water can be added during automatic operation other than the HS
Cooling Cut process.)
2. Illuminate the [ON] button under [PANEL] in Common Tools -> [MAINTENANCE]
-> [Cooling Cut Water Supply].
3. Pull up the relief valve on the water filler/drain cap to reduce the air pressure.
4. Remove the water level WATER FILLER/DRAIN CAP

monitoring sensor cable COOLING AIR HOSE FOR
WATER PRESSURIZATION
connector. COUPLER
5. Remove the cooling water

coupler and air hose for TOP END
pressurization from the tank.
BRACKET LEVEL GAUGE
6. Remove the bracket holding
WATER LEVEL
the tank. (The bracket is fixed TANK MONITORING
in place with two wing bolts.) SENSOR CABLE
CONNECTOR
7. Remove the tank.
Y-TYPE
STRAINER
8. Open the water filler/drain cap.
9. Remove all of the cooling water remaining in the tank.
10. Replace the tank in the reverse order of removal.
11. Remove the Y-type strainer from the side of the tank, and wash it in water.
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12. Prepare water and rust inhibitor with the accessory jug and measuring cup. The
mixture ratio of rust inhibitor to water is 2% to 98%. Premix the water with the
rust inhibitor.
Rust inhibitor Add to 5 L Add to 20 L

concentration of {169 fl.oz.} {676 fl.oz.}
cooling water of purified water of purified water
100 mL 400 mL
2%
{3.38 fl.oz.} {13.52 fl.oz.}
NOTICE
 Use purified water. Underground water and hard water (commercial mineral
water) plug the piping and lead to the failure of the machine.
13. Install the Y-type strainer and its filter.
14. Add the premixed water through the water filler/drain opening. Take care that the
water level does not exceed the top end of the level gauge alongside the tank.
15. Close the water filler/drain cap.
16. Illuminate the [OFF] button under [PANEL] in Common Tools ->
[MAINTENANCE] -> [Cooling Cut Water Supply].
18-7-5. Adjusting rust inhibitor concentration of cooling

water
Adjust the rust inhibitor concentration of the cooling water to 2%. If this concentration
exceeds 3%, it causes the misoperation of the sensor function.
If the cooling water is not used for a long period of time, its evaporation raises its rust
inhibitor concentration. Check the rust inhibitor concentration and amount of the
cooling water in the tank. If the cooling water exceeds a rust inhibitor concentration of
3% or remains in a smaller amount than required in the tank, remove all of the
cooling water remaining in the tank, and prepare and add new cooling water to the
tank as described in “18-7-4. Checking amount of cooling water” in this Part.
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18-7-6. Draining cooling water
When the machine is not in use for a long period of time or when the cooling water
may freeze in winter, drain the cooling water from its piping and tank. When the
cooling water is drained, the water in the piping between the cooling water tank and
laser head returns to the tank. This operation prevents the piping from clogging and
breaking.
Draining water
NOTICE
 While draining the piping of the remaining water, do not open the water drain cock
of the tank. Otherwise the water may rush out in a dangerous manner or splash
onto other equipment to cause a short or other failure.
1. While pressing and illuminating the MANUAL button on the NC control panel,
illuminate the [ON] button under the [PANEL] in Common Tools ->
[MAINTENANCE] -> [Cooling Drainage].
2. The water in the piping returns to the tank (this takes about 4 min). The [OFF]
button at [Cooling Drainage] illuminates to indicate that the piping is completely
drained.
AIR HOSE FOR PRESSURIZATION
WING BOLT (2 BOLTS)

COOLING WATER
COUPLER
WATER LEVEL MONITORING

BRACKET
SENSOR CABLE CONNECTOR
3. Pull up the relief valve on the water filler/drain cap to reduce the air pressure.
4. Remove the water level monitoring sensor cable connector.
5. Remove the cooling water coupler and air hose for pressurization from the
cooling water tank.
6. Remove the bracket holding the cooling water tank. (The bracket is fixed in
place with two wing bolts.)
7. Remove the tank.
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8. Open the water filler/drain cap.
9. Drain the remaining cooling water in the cooling water tank.
10. Replace the tank in the reverse order of removal.
11. Close the water filler/drain cap.
The screen shows the following alarm:

LAS 4061 MIST WATER LOWER LIMIT
This alarm is produced by the water level monitoring sensor attached to the tank.
It is displayed only when the WACS setting in the processing condition file is set
to ON.
Refilling water
1. Check that the MANUAL button is illuminated on the NC control panel.
2. Illuminate the [ON] button under [PANEL] in Common Tools -> [MAINTENANCE]
-> [Cooling Cut Water Supply].
3. Fill the tank with the cooling water.
REFERENCE
 For the procedure for filling the tank with the cooling water, refer to “18-7-4.
Checking amount of cooling water” in this Part.
4. Illuminate the [OFF] button at [Cooling Cut Water Supply].
5. Change the current nozzle for the HS Cooling Cut nozzle.
REFERENCE
 For the procedure for changing the nozzle, refer to “2-5. Changing nozzle” in
Part 3.
6. Execute [MIST] of the [Adjust WACS] utility.
The cooling water is fed from the tank into the laser head (this takes about 4
min).
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18-7-7. Cooling water tank, piping, and filter
The rust inhibitor mixed in the cooling water is organic based. If the cooling water is
allowed to remain in its piping as the machine is not used for a long period of time or
the Cooling Cut is not used for some time, evaporation causes the rust inhibitor to
precipitate out of the cooling water, stick to the pipe fittings, and plug the piping.
Every month, drain and flush the cooling water tank and piping as described below.
The filter is consumable.
Name: FX-1 filter element
Draining water
Drain the cooling water from the piping and tank as described in “18-7-6. Draining
cooling water” in this Part.
Refilling water
Refill the tank with the cooling water as described in “18-7-6. Draining cooling water”
in this Part.
18-7-8. Machine
After cutting with the HS Cooling Cut, give full consideration to the maintenance and
inspection of the machine.
The rust inhibitor is mixed in the cooling water to reduce rust damage to the machine.
After the cutting operation, be sure to remove the moisture deposited on the machine
(especially drive) and apply grease to the drive parts.
18-8. NC codes, alarms and troubleshooting

18-8-1. NC codes (G- and M-codes)
The G- and M-codes related to the HS Cooling Cut are as shown in the table below.
Z-axis tracking mode
G32 R_
(R: Tracking height command)
Sensor
G33 Z-axis tracking mode cancel
command
M738 HS Cooling Cut enabled
M739 HS Cooling Cut disabled
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18-8-2. Alarms and warnings
There are warnings and alarms as listed below.
No. Message Description
LAS 110 MIST WATER FLOW FAILED The cooling water flow rate is not stable.
Air may be present in the cooling water, or
the cooling water tank may be empty.
LAS 111 COOLING CUT NOT READY The WACS setting in the processing
condition file is not ON. Or the [ON] button
is illuminated at [Cooling Drainage] or
[Cooling Cut Water Supply] in Common
Tools.
LAS 4061 MIST WATER LOWER LIMIT The cooling water level is low. Check the
cooling water level. If low, add water.
LAS 4062 COOLING CUT GAP CHANGE The Z-axis tracking sensor gap change
FAILED signal did not return within the specified
time. Contact AMADA.
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18-8-3. Troubleshooting
Function Symptom Remedy
Spraying The cooling water is  Check that the WACS setting in the
and tracking not sprayed. processing condition file is set to ON. Unless
the WACS setting is ON, the nozzle cannot
spray the cooling water.
 Check the cooling water level. If low, add
water.
The cooling water is  Check the cooling water level. If low, add
not stably sprayed. water.
The worksheet surface  Air may be introduced into the piping.
is not stably tracked. Change the cooling water. Execute [MIST] of
the [Adjust WACS] utility to adjust the cooling
water flow rate, and then execute [MOTION]
to check the tracking operation.
 The sensor cone may be faulty. Change the
sensor cone. Execute [ADJUST] of the
[Adjust HS Sensor] utiltiy, and then execute
[MOTION] of the [Adjust WACS] utility to
check the tracking operation.
If this symptom recurs despite the above
remedies, contact AMADA.
The cooling water is  Change the nozzle. Execute [MOTION] of
sprayed unbalanced. the [Adjust WACS] utility to check the
spraying condition.
The cooling water  Check that nozzle cooling air is supplied.
drips.
Alarm and LAS 110 MIST WATER  Check the cooling water level. If low, add
warning FLOW FAILED water.
 Air may be introduced into the piping.
Change the cooling water. Execute [MIST] of
the [Adjust WACS] utility to adjust the cooling
water flow rate, and then execute [MOTION]
to check the tracking operation.
If this symptom recurs despite the above
remedies, contact AMADA.
LAS 111 COOLING  Check that the WACS setting in the
CUT NOT READY processing condition file is ON. Unless the
WACS setting is ON, the nozzle cannot spray
the cooling water.
LAS 4061 MIST  Check the cooling water level. If low, add
WATER LOWER LIMIT water.
LAS 4062 COOLING Contact AMADA.
CUT GAP CHANGE
FAILED
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19. Oil shot
19-1. Usage
“Oil shot” is a method whereby oil (shot agent AS14) is sprayed on a piercing point
before piercing. “Side blow” is a method whereby air is side sprayed on the piercing
point during or after piercing. The Oil shot is used together with the Side blow.
The shot agent AS14 is a solvent developed to facilitate the removal of spatter
generated when a mild steel sheet is pierced by the ECO Cut.
19-2. Detail description

When a mild steel sheet is pierced by the ECO Cut, the pierced hole is larger than a
hole pierced by a conventional process. A large amount of spatter is formed on the
sheet surface to hinder the subsequent cutting operation. During or after piercing, the
sheet can be side sprayed with air not to form spatter.
When a thick mild steel sheet is pierced, spatter is formed on the sheet surface in
such a large amount that it cannot be properly removed by the Side blow alone.
Before piercing, the sheet can be sprayed with the shot agent AS14 to facilitate the
removal of spatter.
The shot agent AS14 is a nonhazardous material, but must be disposed of in the
same way as hydraulic oil. For details, refer to “1-2. Showa Water Industries AS14” in
Appendix.
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19-3. Method of use
To enable the Oil shot, set some number other than “OFF” at the Blow column on the
[Pierce] tab in the [COND.] view. See the table below for the set values and operation
patterns.
Blow column Oil shot Side blow Application (Mild steel sheet)
OFF (0) None Up to 6 mm {0.24 in.} thick
None Medium-gauge, 9 to 12 mm
1 No timer
{0.35 to 0.47 in.} thick
Medium-gauge, 9 to 12 mm
2 No timer
{0.35 to 0.47 in.} thick
Once Heavy-gauge, 12 to 19 mm
3 Timer 1 (after 0.1 sec)
{0.47 to 0.75 in.} thick
5 No timer
6 Three times Timer 1 (after 0.1 sec)
8 Three times After piercing
9 None None
10 None None
NOTE
 The above applications are those assumed during test operation carried by
AMADA.
Flowchart for piercing using Oil shot (for reference)

Laser head moves to piercing point
No Side blow pattern

Oil shot command
Yes Yes
WACS OFF Side blow at same time with piercing
Z-axis moves to material thickness + 50 mm {1.97 in.} Side blow 0.1 sec after start of piercing
Assist gas OFF Side blow 0.3 sec after start of piercing
Shot agent AS14 sprayed (1 or 3 times) Side blow after completion of piercing
Assist gas ON Piercing completed
Z-axis moves to piercing height WACS ON
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19-4. Composition
The Oil shot unit is composed of a 1.8 L {60 fl.oz.} capacity shot tank fitted with a
VBP liquid feed pump to deliver the shot agent No. 9 at a constant rate and of a jet
nozzle to spray the shot agent No. 9. The shot tank is installed at the rear of the
machine, and the jet nozzle is installed in the laser head.
The shot agent No. 9 is supplied in a 5 L {169 fl.oz.} container as consumable. The
amount of the shot agent No. 9 sprayed per shot is 0.07 mL {0.0024 fl.oz.} when the
control knob is fully opened. (The control knob is set fully open at the time of factory
shipment.)
LIQUID FEED
HOSE φ4 mm (WHITE)
CONTROL
KNOB
SHOT TANK
VBP LIQUID
FEED PUMP
SHOT TANK
JET NOZZLE
19-5. Filling shot tank with shot agent

Remove the yellow filler cap from the shot tank, fill the shot tank with the shot agent
to the level H (about 1.8 L {60 fl.oz.}), and replace the filler cap. Do not carry out this
filling operation during laser cutting.
FILLER
CAP
LEVEL H
LEVEL
GAUGE
SHOT AGENT CONTAINER
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19-6. Bleeding air
Bleeding air
When the Oil shot unit is operated with a low level in the shot tank, air enters the VBP
liquid feed pump and reduces the force with which the shot agent is sprayed from the
jet nozzle. After filling the shot tank with the shot agent, run the following program 5
to 6 min until the shot agent is forcibly sprayed from the jet nozzle. Then bleed the
entrained air from the VBP liquid feed pump.
Perform [AIR EXTRACTION] by referring to “1-3-15. Oil Shot” in Part 12 in the
Reference Manual.
M154; M-code for spraying shot agent
M97; M-code for repetition
NOTE
 The shot tank has a shot agent level detection function that produces the warning
“LAS 4060 OIL SHOT OIL LOWER LIMIT” when the shot agent level drops close to
the low limit. When this warning is displayed, add the shot agent to the shot tank.
Adjusting spray amount of shot agent (for reference)

Adjust the spray amount of the shot agent as described below.
1. Pull up the control knob to unlock it. (See Fig. 1.)
2. Turn the control knob in the negative direction or

counterclockwise until it cannot turn any more.
(At this time, the spray amount of the shot agent
is set to zero.)
3. Turn the control knob in the positive direction or

clockwise to adjust the spray amount of the shot
agent. (One turn is equivalent to 0.005 mL
Fig. 1 Fig. 2
{0.00017 fl.oz.} of the shot agent.)
4. Push down the control knob to lock it. (See Fig. 2.)
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Number of turns of control knob versus spray amount of shot agent per shot
Turns of knob 0 1 2 4 6 8 10 12 14
Spray amount (mL) 0 0.005 0.01 0.02 0.03 0.04 0.05 0.06 0.07
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Spray amount (× 10 fl.oz.) 0 1.7 3.4 6.8 10.1 13.5 16.9 20.3 23.7
NOTICE
 After adjusting the spray amount of the shot agent, lock the control knob. Unless
the control knob is locked, the spray amount of the shot agent may vary during
piercing.
 Do not turn the control knob 14 turns or more.
19-7. Adjusting orientation of jet nozzle

When the jet nozzle has hit the worksheet or other object and shifted in orientation,
adjust its orientation as described below.
1. Move the Z-axis to the material thickness plus 50 mm {1.97 in.}.
2. Run the above-mentioned program (M154 and M97) to spray the shot agent one
or three times, and stop the machine.
3. Loosen the bolt shown at lower left, and adjust the orientation of the jet nozzle
so that the shot agent can be sprayed on a piercing point as indicated by the red
visible laser beam (semiconductor laser beam).
4. Tighten the bolt to fix the jet nozzle.
5. Spray the shot agent again, and check that the shot agent is directed to the
piercing point.
M5 BOLT
JET NOZZLE
ADJUST ORIENTATION
OF JET NOZZLE
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19-8. Shot agent pre-spraying function
When the Oil shot unit is not used for a certain period of time, the pressure in the
piping drops to such a degree that the first several shots of the shot agent may not be
forcible enough to reach piercing points.
The shot agent is pre-sprayed, or the first several shots are made to stabilize the
subsequent regular shots when the Oil shot unit is left unused for a certain period of
time.
Pre-spraying conditions
 Immediately after starting machine:
At the beginning of the day’s work, the shot agent is pre-sprayed immediately after
starting the machine. When the machine is restarted in the same day, the shot agent
is not pre-sprayed.
 During continuous operation:
The shot agent is pre-sprayed 50 hours after the last regular shot is made during
continuous operation.
Number of first shots

The first shots are added to the scheduled number of regular shots.
Number of first shots to be added: 3 as initial value
19-9. Troubleshooting
Symptom 1: While the machine is operated without using the Oil shot unit, the
shot agent drips from the jet nozzle.
Cause: Foreign matter is lodged in the check valve of the jet nozzle to render the
check valve ineffective.
Remedy 1: Air blow the jet nozzle to remove the foreign matter from the check valve
as described below.
Hold jet nozzle with Air blow jet nozzle

12-mm wrench, and through disconnected
disconnect join with end to remove foreign
8-mm wrench. matter lodged.
Place waste cloth
beforehand to receive
shot agent and foreign
matter coming out of
jet nozzle.
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1. Hold the jet nozzle with a 12-mm wrench, and disconnect the joint with an 8-mm
wrench.
2. Air blow the jet nozzle through the disconnected end to remove the foreign
matter lodged. Place waste cloth beforehand to receive the shot agent and
foreign matter coming out of the jet nozzle.
3. Reconnect the joint to the jet nozzle.
4. Bleed air as described in “19-6. Bleeding air”, and check the shots for their force
and point.
5. If the shot agent is sprayed on an unintended point, adjust the orientation of the
jet nozzle as described in “19-7. Adjusting orientation of jet nozzle”.
Remedy 2: If the air blow fails to remedy the situation, clean the check valve in the
jet nozzle as described below.
1. Remove the jet nozzle.
(1) Remove the fixing nut with a 14-mm wrench.
(2) Disconnect the joint with an 8-mm wrench.
(3) Remove the jet nozzle from the bracket.
BRACKET
REMOVE FIXING NUT
DISCONNECT
JOINT
JET NOZZLE NOZZLE TIP
2. Disassemble the jet nozzle, and clean the check valve.
(1) When the nozzle tip is removed, the jet nozzle can be disassembled as
shown below.
(2) Insert a thin rod from the opposite side to remove the check valve.
(3) Clean the black surface of the check valve.
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(4) Reassemble the jet nozzle in the reverse order of disassembly.
INSERT THIN ROD FROM THIS SIDE TO REMOVE CHECK VALVE
BLACK SURFACE OF CHECK VALVE
DISASSEMBLED VIEW OF JET NOZZLE

3. Install the jet nozzle to the bracket.
4. Reconnect the joint with the 8-mm wrench.
5. Install the fixing nut with the 14-mm wrench.
6. Bleed air as described in “19-6. Bleeding air”, and check the shots for their force
and point.
7. If the shot agent is sprayed on an unintended point, adjust the orientation of the
jet nozzle as described in “19-7. Adjusting orientation of jet nozzle”.
Symptom 2: The shot agent is not sprayed forcible enough to reach the
piercing point.
Cause: Air is introduced into the VBP liquid feed pump.
Remedy 1: Bleed air as described in “19-6. Bleeding air”.
Remedy 2: If the symptom is not improved still, air blow the jet nozzle or clean the
check valve as described for symptom 1.
Symptom 3: The shot agent is sprayed, but spatter is not removed during
piercing.
Cause: The shot agent is not sprayed on the piercing point.
Remedy: As described in “19-7. Adjusting orientation of jet nozzle”, adjust the
orientation of the jet nozzle, and check that the shot agent is sprayed on the piercing
point.
19-10. Consumables
 Shot agent AS14 (5 L {169 fl.oz.} container)
 Jet nozzle
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20. Active Cut
20-1. Description
Active Cut is an application system developed to make the most of the capability of
Amada’s laser cutting machines.
With laser cutting, one of the thermal cutting processes, a laser beam is produced by
an oscillator and focused by a lens to a small spot of high enough energy density to
cut metals.
To achieve a more stable laser cutting capability, it is important to form an optimally
focused spot on the surface of the worksheet to cut (or optimally control the focal
point of the lens) and to control the spot diameter to suit specific worksheet material
types, thicknesses and processing methods.
At present, the Active Cut system is equipped with an optical unit (active mirror unit
or A/O unit) that has the function of changing the properties of the laser beam in the
optical path between the oscillator and fiber outlet.
The A/O unit curvature is appropriately changed to suit the movement of the laser
head. This makes it possible to reduce the effect of the status change of the laser
beam on cutting.
The curvature change is optimized according to the worksheet material type,
thickness and processing method (control pattern) to improve the capability of the
machine in the following aspects:
 Cutting feed rate of light-gauge to medium-gauge mild steel sheets
 Cutting stability of heavy-gauge mild steel sheets
 Clean Cut stability of stainless steel sheets
 Clean Cut capability of stainless steel sheets
(high-pressure assist gas required, depending on sheet thickness)
 Cutting stability of aluminum sheets
These improvements provide for more stable laser cutting.
20-2. Operation
The Active Cut system is constantly at work and needs no particular operation and
setup. The Active Cut specification machines are set at the time of factory shipment
to minimize the property variation of the laser beam with the cutting position.
The Active Cut setting parameters are linked with the processing condition files in the
NC unit. Selecting the material name automatically determines the control pattern
suited for a particular processing job. No special operation and setting are required.
REFERENCE
 For the details of the display, refer to “4-2. COND. view” in Part 10 and “2. COND.
view” in Part 11 in the Reference Manual.
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21. ECO Cut
21-1. Description
Mild steel is generally laser cut by using oxygen as assist gas.
ECO Cut is a laser cutting process developed to reduce the running cost as
compared with conventional cutting by using oxygen as assist gas and proves
effective in:
 Improving the cutting feed rate.
 Shortening the part processing time.
 Reducing the assist gas consumption.
 Preventing the melting and loss of minute portions.
21-2. Operational cautions

 Use a dedicated nozzle for ECO Cut.
 Before use, clean the nozzle. Before using the ECO nozzle, clean its inside with an
air gun or the like, and check that it is free from spatter and other foreign matter.
The installation and use of the ECO nozzle with such deposits in the laser head
 Before use, check the ECO nozzle for tip breakage and hole deformation. The tip
breakage and hole deformation adversely affect the cut quality.
 The hole of the ECO nozzle is of smaller diameter than that of the standard nozzle.
Perform the centering nozzle. If the ECO nozzle is misaligned with the laser beam,
the ECO Cut cannot function as intended, and the ECO nozzle may also be
damaged.
 Use the ECO nozzle while ejecting head cooling air. Use of the ECO nozzle
without cooling air ejection may make the lens hotter by the heat of reflection from
the material and may cause the misoperation of the tracking function and damage
to the lens or laser head.
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 The ECO Cut differs from conventional laser cutting in that the Z-axis makes only
one tracking motion before piercing to shorten the cutting time. The Z-axis rapids
to the piercing height at the next cutting point.
When the piercing position at the next cutting point is 300 mm {11.8 in.} or more
apart, the Z-axis makes another tracking motion before piercing. When A16 and
A17 are used for piercing, the laser head rises only to the piercing position after
cutting the path. Do not use A16 and A17 for cutting a bowed worksheet or 3D part.
Otherwise the laser head or ECO nozzle may break. When the laser head strikes
against the worksheet, the ECO nozzle may be damaged by the laser beam. In
such a case, remove the laser head, and check the nozzle and the sensor cone for
damage.
 When the cutting operation is interrupted by pressing the NC RESET button or
STOP button by reason of a cutting failure, for example, raise the Z-axis 35 mm
{1.4 in.} or more to ensure a sufficient nozzle gap, turn the SHUTTER keyswitch to
OFF, and clean the ECO nozzle of spatter and other foreign matter deposits. Then
resume the cutting operation.
 After an ECO Cut operation, give full consideration to the maintenance of the
machine. Clean the machine (especially the drive unit) of dust and other foreign
matter deposits.
Usable lens Focal length FL FL = 190 mm
Nozzle type ECO nozzle S1.2FE (*1)
Air supply
Cooling air 0.3 MPa {43 psi}
pressure
Mild steel
Material
Worksheets (SPCC, SPHC, SS400)
Thickness 1.0 to 6.0 mm {0.039 to 0.236 in.}
Commanded
0.5 to 1.0 mm {0.020 to 0.039 in.}
nozzle gap
NOTICE
*1: Carefully align the center of the laser beam with that of the ECO nozzle.
Misalignment not only detracts from the ECO Cut function, but also damages the
ECO nozzle.
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21-4. ECO nozzle
NOZZLE DIAMETER
MARKED S1.2FE
21-5. Adjustment
DANGER
 During the adjustment, a minute laser beam may be emitted from
the ECO nozzle. Never place your hands or any other body part
below the ECO nozzle. Otherwise you may get burned.
Before using the ECO nozzle, adjust and check each part as described below.
Maintaining ECO nozzle
Centering ECO nozzle
Calibrating Z-axis tracking sensor
This completes adjusting and checking of laser head
21-5-1. Maintaining ECO nozzle

Maintain the ECO nozzle as described below.
1. Remove the nozzle unit.
2. Remove the ECO nozzle with a 24-mm wrench, blow it with an air gun, and wipe
off spatter and other foreign matter from it with waste cloth. The removal and
installation steps are as same as the standard nozzle.
3. Install the ECO nozzle in the nozzle unit with the 24-mm wrench.
4. Install the nozzle unit.
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21-5-2. Centering ECO nozzle
Center the ECO nozzle in the same way as that of the standard nozzle.
REFERENCE
 For the procedure for centering the nozzle, refer to “2-9. Centering nozzle” in Part
3.
NOTE
 The ECO Cut uses a nozzle of small diameter. Carefully center the ECO nozzle.
Unless it is accurately centered, it cannot display its full performance.
 If the hole pierced by the laser beam is large, the nozzle cannot be accurately
centered. Issue an appropriate power command to center the nozzle.
21-5-3. Calibrating Z-axis tracking sensor

Calibration refers to the calibration of the nozzle gap and sensor output signal.
This calibration is required when:
a) The nozzle is changed.
b) The command value is different from the actual nozzle gap by more than a control
accuracy of ±0.2 mm {±0.008 in.}.
c) When the Z-axis tracks the worksheet surface at the cutting start (piercing) point,
the laser head bumps into the worksheet or lowers at an extremely reduced speed.
REFERENCE
 For the procedure for calibrating the Z-axis tracking sensor, refer to “2-10.
Calibrating Z-axis tracking sensor” in Part 3.
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21-6. Operation
Before using the ECO Cut, adjust each part, and check the items described in the
following pages.
21-6-1. Explanation of operation of ECO Cut

1) A6 (quick piercing) and A7 (woodpecker piercing)
When “6” or “7” is set at [Pierce Type] on the [Pierce ] tab in the [COND.] view, the
motion of the Z-axis changes as below. (It can also be commanded by the program.)
1. For the first operation, the Z-axis rises after the tracking motion. (Nozzle gap in
the pierce condition No.E103) Here, the height and position of the Z-axis are
memorized.
2. The Z-axis rises from that position while emitting the laser beam for the time set
at [Pierce Time] and then lowers to the original position while emitting the laser
beam.
3. Before the Z-axis zero-returns at M104, its height and position are memorized
again.
4. For the second and subsequent operations, the Z-axis rapids down to the nozzle
gap in the pierce condition and moves as described in step 2.
If the Z-axis is apart more than 300 mm {11.8 in.} from the height and position
memorized in step 3, it repeats the motion described in step 1.
NOTE
 When directly command A6, and A7 in the program, the laser power, frequency,
duty, and assist gas type and pressure are as set in the pierce condition No.E103.
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2) A16 (quick modal processing)

When the following command is specified in the program, the motion of the Z-axis
changes as below.
M103 A16
In a regular-shaped hole macro
G111•••••A16
In the absence of the A_ command thereafter, the Z-axis moves as commanded by

A16.
A99 is commanded to cancel quick modal processing.
Any other pierce command, like A0 or A3, is canceled.
MOTION
A16 is commanded for high-speed processing of A6.
A16 is the same as A6 in motion and setting. The return height at M104 is the value
set in the Nozzle gap in the piercing condition E103. The assist gas is a cutting assist
gas.
In the M104 M00, M104 M180, and M104 Z_ commands, the Z-axis returns to each
return height.
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3) A17 (woodpecker modal processing)

When the following command is specified in the program the motion of the Z-axis
changes as below like A16.
M103 A17
In a regular-shaped hole macro
G111••••••A17
In the absence of the A_ command thereafter, the Z-axis moves as commanded by

A17.
The return motion and assist gas during modal processing are the same as
commanded by A16. Modal processing is canceled by commanding A99. Other
pierce commands, such as A0 and A3, are canceled.
A function of fast exhaust discharge, if equipped, operates once for the first
operation.
21-6-2. Preparing for editing program

Prepare for editing a program as described below.
1. Press and illuminate the MEMORY button on the NC control panel to change the
NC mode to MEMORY.
2. Select [Program] from the [Switching] menu at the top-left on the screen to
switch the operating mode to Program.
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3. Touch the [LOAD] tab to show the LOAD display.
4. Select the folder where the program you want to call is stored in [Media
Selection area].
5. Select the program.
6. Press the [GO TO PROGRAM] button.
When the Draw mode is selected, select [NC Data Mode] in the [Switch Display]
menu to switch the mode to the G-code mode.
21-6-3. Replacing word

A given word in the G-code program can be replaced with another word.
NOTE
 The first instance of the specified word to occur after the current cursor position is
replaced. To replace all instances of the specified word, move the cursor to the
beginning of the program, and start the procedure.
 The word to be replaced and the word to replace with can be both specified in a
maximum length of 73 characters.
Replace all instances of the specified word after the current cursor position as
described below.
Example:
G00 G41 X25 Y–5
E003
M103 (insert A7 in pierce command M103, and replace with M103 A7)
G01 Y0
G01 X50
G01 Y50
G00 G41 X25 Y–5

E003
M103 A7 (after replacement)
G01 Y0
G01 X50
G01 Y50
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1. Press the [SEARCH AND REPLACE] button to open the Search And Replace
window
2. Touch the [Replace] tab.
3. Enter the word “M103” at [String Before Conversion].
4. Enter the word “M103 A7” at [String After Conversion].
5. Press the [REPLACE ALL FROM NEXT] button.
REFERENCE
 For the replacement of the words, refer to “3-2. Search and replace” in Part 9 in the
Reference Manual.
21-6-4. Changing cutting conditions

Load the processing condition to use as described below.
1. Press the [LASER] button (or tab) in Common Tools, and press the [LIST] button
to show the [LIST] view.
2. Scroll by fingertip to the line of the material name to use. Touch the item by
fingertip to select it.
3. Press the [LOAD] button.
21-6-5. Checking data in processing condition file

When using the ECO Cut, check the data in the separate Processing Conditions.
NOTICE
 Be sure to enter the laser power, frequency and duty, assist gas kind and pressure,
and nozzle gap in the pierce condition E103. When the laser mode is continuous
wave (CW), enter a value of “100 Hz” or more for the frequency. If the frequency is
set to “0 Hz”, an alarm occurs.
 When [Head Control] in the cutting conditions is set to “Fast”, high-speed
processing is prioritized.
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21-6-6. Changing data
The data of the processing condition file can be always changed as described below.
1. Using the arrow keys on the keyboard or the scrollbar on the screen, move the
cursor to the data you want to change.
2. Using the numeric keys, enter the value you want to change to.
NOTE
 If you have entered a wrong value, press the Esc key, and enter the correct
value.
21-6-7. Saving data

The data can be saved as described below.
1. Select the NC data that you want to save.
2. Press the [NC Data Save] button in the [NC DATA IMP./EXP.] menu.
NOTE
 The changed data is shown on the display. Unless the changed data is saved, the
corresponding data in memory does not change. When the material name
(processing condition file name) is called again without saving the changed data,
the original data is shown.
 If the program has the material command “M102 ( )”, execution of the program
without saving the changed data causes piercing to be performed according to the
original data.
 Before operating the ECO Cut, perform the assist gas adjustment on the
UTILITIES display with the type of assist gas set in the processing condition file to
use, in order to remove the remaining gas in the laser head.
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21-7. Maintenance
21-7-1. Maintenance item list
Item Daily Weekly Monthly
Checking Eco nozzle
Laser head Checking nozzle unit
Checking lens
Cleaning table surroundings
Cleaning workclamps
Machine
Cleaning conveyors
Cleaning scrap boxes
21-7-2. ECO nozzle

Check the ECO nozzle, and change it as necessary. After the change, it is necessary
to center the Eco nozzle and to calibrate Z-axis tracking sensor.
REFERENCE
 For details of adjustment, refer to “21-5. Adjustment” in this Part.
ECO nozzle
Check the nozzle tip for breakage and hole deformation. Breakage or hole
deformation of the nozzle tip may adversely affect the cut quality.
Example: Laser head struck worksheet and had nozzle tip cut off by laser beam.
If the nozzle is badly damaged as shown above, it must be changed. Order its
replacement under the following name:
Nozzle name: ECO nozzle marked with diameter
21-7-3. Machine
After cutting with the ECO Cut function, carefully maintain the machine. Wipe the
machine (especially the nozzle unit) with waste cloth to clear spatter and other
foreign matter.
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22. Workclamp interference area deceleration function
In the area where the laser head is likely to interfere with the workclamp, the laser
head decreases in its automatic rapid feed rate or manual feed rate.
NOTICE
 To operate the machine with the workclamp interference area deceleration function
disabled, take care that the laser head does not interfere with the workclamp.
 The workclamp interference area deceleration function is not designed to protect
the machine from damage when the laser head strikes the workclamp.
 Also take care that the laser head does not strike the worksheet or other object in
other areas.
MACHINE
DECELERATION AREA
WORKCLAMPS
The laser head decreases in its automatic rapid feed rate and manual feed rate
in the deceleration area.
 Deceleration area
Rapid feed: Less than Y = 370 mm {14.57 in.} and less than Z = 60 mm {2.36 in.}
Manual feed: Less than Y = 125 mm {4.92 in.} and less than Z = 60 mm {2.36
in.}
 Axis speed in deceleration area
X axis: 5 m/min {16.4 ft/min}
Y axis: 5 m/min {16.4 ft/min}
Z axis: 3 m/min {9.8 ft/min}
 The laser head decelerates along the X-, Y-, and Z-axes, but not decelerate in +Y
and +Z directions (in which it moves away from the workclamps.)
 During its processing feed, the laser head does not decelerate in the deceleration
area. The part processing accuracy is consequently not affected.
 In the MANUAL or handwheel mode, the following message is displayed when the
Z-axis position becomes less than 60 mm {2.36 in.}, regardless of the X- and
Y-axis positions. Operate the machine with care.
LAS 4047 HEAD INTERFERENCE WARNING
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 The deceleration function operates in the same area as the manual feed when the
handwheel control box is used.
Laser head stops in dead zone when [Dead Zone] is set to ON

When the [ON] button is illuminated under [PANEL] in
Common Tools -> [LASER] -> [Dead Zone] on the
screen (or when the function of detecting the laser
head in the dead zone or the dead zone detection
function is enabled), the dead zone detection
function prioritizes over the workclamp interference
area deceleration function and stops the machine.
When the [OFF] button is illuminated at [Dead Zone] on the screen (or when the
dead zone detection function is disabled), the laser head decelerates in the
deceleration area.
Workclamp interference area deceleration function can be disabled

When the [OFF] button is illuminated under [PANEL]
in Common Tools -> [SETUP] -> [Clamp
Deceleration] on the screen, the workclamp
interference area deceleration function is disabled.
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Part 5
Maintenance
1. Arrangement and names of covers ................................. 5-3

2. Daily maintenance........................................................... 5-4
2-1. Maintenance before start of day’s work.................... 5-4
2-1-1. Checking lens (cleaning) ................................... 5-4
2-1-2. Checking lens protection window (cleaning) ..... 5-6
2-1-3. Checking nozzle ................................................ 5-8
2-1-4. Checking nozzle unit of Z-axis tracking
sensor ............................................................... 5-10
2-1-5. Checking residual pressure of assist gas ......... 5-10
2-1-6. Cleaning table and area around machine......... 5-11
2-1-7. Cleaning dust box of dust collector (option) ..... 5-11
2-1-8. Cleaning scrap box ........................................... 5-11
WARNING
 Unless the compressed air and electric power is required when
performing maintenance and adjustment on the machine, stop the
supply of compressed air and electric power to the machine, and
turn off the shop circuit breaker switch.
 To prevent other workers from turning on the power of the
machine by mistake, padlock the machine circuit breaker switch
in the OFF state.
 Before working in the hazardous area of the machine with its
compressed air and electric power turned on, press the STOP
button, and turn the SHUTTER keyswitch to OFF.
 When performing maintenance and adjustment on the machine,
post a sign to notify other workers that maintenance and
adjustment are under way.
5-1
3. Monthly maintenance ..................................................... 5-12
3-2. Checking dust collection filter (option) .................... 5-12
3-3. Cleaning dust collection duct................................... 5-12
3-4. Cleaning Y-type strainer .......................................... 5-13
3-6. Maintaining laser oscillator ...................................... 5-14
3-7. Checking air filters................................................... 5-15
4. Quarterly maintenance................................................... 5-16
4-2. Checking in-line filters ............................................. 5-16
4-2-1. Disassembling in-line filters .............................. 5-17
4-2-2. Changing in-line filters ...................................... 5-18
4-2-3. Installing in-line filters ....................................... 5-19
4-2-4. Checking installation of in-line filters ................ 5-19
4-3. Changing air breather element................................ 5-19
4-4-1. Draining water from tank of cooling unit ........... 5-20
4-4-2. Cleaning Y-type strainer ................................... 5-21
4-4-3. Adding water to tank of cooling unit.................. 5-21
5. Semiannual maintenance............................................... 5-24
5-2. Checking water line ................................................. 5-24
5-3. Adjusting air unit ...................................................... 5-25
5-4. Checking electrical wiring and gas connectors ....... 5-25
5-5. Lens temperature sensor ........................................ 5-26
5-6. Cleaning NC unit box filter....................................... 5-26
6. Annual maintenance....................................................... 5-26
6-1. Changing memory battery of NC unit ...................... 5-26
6-2. Changing APC batteries .......................................... 5-27
6-3. Changing filters for hyper EZ Cut II (option)............ 5-27
6-4. Changing elements for purge unit ........................... 5-28
6-5. Changing conveyor lubrication cartridges ............... 5-28
6-6. Changing air filter elements..................................... 5-28
7. Maintenance every two years ........................................ 5-28
7-1. Changing adsorbent for purge unit.......................... 5-28
8. Maintenance every 5000 hours of operation.................. 5-29
8-1. Changing dust collection filter (option) .................... 5-29
9. Lubrication...................................................................... 5-30
10. Setting water temperature of cooling unit .................... 5-31
11. Leaving machine idle for long period of time................ 5-31
cylinder is changed and when freezing is likely) .......... 5-32
13. Dismantling and scrapping........................................... 5-32
13-1. Disposal of machine body ..................................... 5-33
13-2. Disposal of electrical parts .................................... 5-33
5-2
1. Arrangement and names of covers
LCG AJ series
FRONT DOOR
DUCT COVER
SIDE DOOR
NC CONTROL BOX
NC UNIT BOX
PURGE UNIT COVER
5-3
2. Daily maintenance
NOTICE
 For the AJ oscillator maintenance items, refer to the instruction manual of the AJ
oscillator.
2-1. Maintenance before start of day’s work

Before starting the machine every day, check and maintain the items described
below.
2-1-1. Checking lens (cleaning)

WARNING
 The lens contains components designated as toxic and cannot be
discarded carelessly. When you want to dispose of the lens, ask a
contractor or AMADA to do so.
Check every day that the lens is not dirty.

The surface deposition of soot, dust, oil, and spatter damages the lens. High-speed
cutting, Clean Cut, Aluminum Cut, and cutting of coated steel sheets are likely to
cause spattering.
The low pressure of the assist gas for ECO Cut and cutting of heavy-gauge mild steel
emphasizes the adverse effect of lens surface contamination.
NOTICE
 Be sure to use the cleaning paper and cotton swabs contained in the accessory
lens cleaning kit. Do not use commercial tissue paper and medical cotton swabs
because they are likely to damage the lens and their oil components contaminate
the lens.
 Do not use the cleaning paper or cotton swab in the dry state, and do not reuse
them. Otherwise the lens may be damaged. If the lens is still dirty or is scratched
or cracked, it may break, burn, or cause improper cutting. Change it.
If its surfaces are dirty, clean the lens as described below.
1. Remove the lens from the laser head. At this time, never touch the lens.
REFERENCE
 For the details of the procedure for removing the lens, refer to “2-6. Changing
lens” in Part 3.
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2. Blow off dust and other foreign matter on the AIR DUSTER
lens with an air duster (blower).
If the lens is still dirty, do as described below.

LENS
3. Fold the lens cleaning paper to a small size, hold

it with a pair of tweezers, and dampen it with TWEEZERS
isopropyl alcohol or absolute alcohol. Too little
isopropyl alcohol or absolute alcohol damages
the lens, and too much isopropyl alcohol or
absolute alcohol detracts from the wiping effect.
Dampen the lens cleaning paper with isopropyl
alcohol or absolute alcohol to such a degree that
when it is shaken, no drops fly off it.
LENS CLEANING
PAPER
4. Lightly wipe the lens surface with the wet paper.
Be sure to wipe in only one direction. Since its

surface coating is likely to be scratched, handle
the lens with due care so that it is not scratched
by the tips of the tweezers.
If the lens cannot be cleaned at a time, be sure

to change the lens cleaning paper, and repeat
steps 3 and 4.
5. If the deposit or stain cannot be removed, dampen a cotton swab with isopropyl
alcohol, and clean the lens with the wet cotton swab.
If the lens cannot be cleaned by one operation, be sure to change the cotton
swab, and repeat the operation.
6. When the lens is cleaned of any deposit or stain, check it for damage to the
surface coating, and blow the lens again with an air duster (blower).
Install the lens in the laser head.
REFERENCE
 For the details of the procedure for installing the lens, refer to “2-6. Changing
lens” in Part 3.
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2-1-2. Checking lens protection window (cleaning)
Check the lens protection window every day for dirt. Change the lens protection
window if you find spatter adhered to it.
NOTICE
 Change the window if adhered spatter is visible. Continuing the operation while
spatter is adhered to the lens protection window can not only cause poor cutting,
but can also damage the lens protection window, the nozzle, and other parts in the
vicinity.
 Do not try to reverse and use a lens protection window that has spatter adhered to
it.
 Be sure to use the cleaning paper and cotton swabs contained in the accessory
lens cleaning kit. Do not use commercial tissue paper and medical cotton swabs
because they are likely to damage the lens and their oil components contaminate
the lens protection window.
 Do not use the cleaning paper or cotton swab in the dry state, and do not reuse
them. Otherwise the lens protection window may be damaged. If the lens
protection window is still dirty or is scratched or cracked, it may break, burn, or
cause improper cutting. Change it.
Use the following procedure to clean the lens protection window if it becomes dirty.
1. Remove the lens protection window.
REFERENCE
 For the details of the procedure for removing the lens protection window, refer
to “2-7-1. Removing lens protection window” in Part 3.
2. Blow off dust and other foreign matter
AIR DUSTER
on the lens protection window with an
air duster (blower).
If the lens protection window is still dirty, LENS PROTECTION

WINDOW
do as described below.
PROTECTION
WINDOW ASSEMBLY
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3. Fold the lens cleaning paper to a small size, hold
it with a pair of tweezers, and dampen it with TWEEZERS
isopropyl alcohol or absolute alcohol. Too little
isopropyl alcohol or absolute alcohol damages
the lens protection window, and too much
isopropyl alcohol or absolute alcohol detracts
from the wiping effect. Dampen the lens
cleaning paper with isopropyl alcohol or
absolute alcohol to such a degree that when it is
shaken, no drops fly off it.
LENS CLEANING
PAPER
4. Lightly wipe the surface of the lens protection

window with the wet paper.
Be sure to wipe in only one direction. Since its

surface coating is likely to be scratched, handle
the lens protection window with due care so that
it is not scratched by the tips of the tweezers.
If the lens protection window cannot be cleaned

at a time, be sure to change the lens cleaning
paper, and repeat steps 3 and 4.
5. If the deposit or stain cannot be removed, dampen a cotton swab with isopropyl
alcohol, and clean the lens protection window with the wet cotton swab.
If the lens protection window cannot be cleaned by one operation, be sure to

change the cotton swab, and repeat the operation.
6. When the lens protection window is cleaned of any deposit or stain, check it for
damage to the surface coating, and blow the lens protection window again with
an air duster (blower).
7. Check the O-ring of protection window

assembly for damage. If the O-ring is
damaged, it must be changed.
O-RING
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8. Install the lens protection window in the laser head.
REFERENCE
 For the details of the procedure for installing the lens protection window, refer
to “2-7-2. Installing lens protection window” in Part 3.
2-1-3. Checking nozzle

NOTICE
 Before installing or removing the nozzle, be sure to discharge your static electricity
by touching the machine or other metal surface. Otherwise the static electricity
may cause the failure or malfunction of the control devices in the machine.
Check the nozzle every day.

During a cutting operation, spatter flies in all directions. If the nozzle opening is
clogged with the spatter or the nozzle is damaged by the spatter, a good cut edge
may not be obtained. Be sure to pay full attention to this possibility.
When the nozzle is damaged or smeared with a deposit of foreign matter, remove it,
and clean or change it.
DAMAGE SPATTER
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(1) Nozzle hole deformation (4) O-ring contamination (5) Plug side electrode
or contamination or damage deformation and cleaning
(2) Nozzle and plug looseness
(3) Nozzle collar deformation
(1) Checking nozzle hole

If its hole is deformed, the nozzle must be changed.
If there is a buildup of dust or other contaminants on the nozzle hole, remove them.
(2) Checking nozzle and plug for looseness

Check that the nozzle and plug are installed securely. If not, retighten them with the
accessory tools.
(3) Checking nozzle collar for deformation

If the nozzle collar is deformed, grind it or change the nozzle unit.
(4) Checking O-rings for contamination and damage

If the plug O-rings are dirty, wipe them clean.
If the plug O-rings are damaged, they must be changed.
(5) Checking plug side electrode for deformation and cleaning plug side
electrode
If the plug side electrode is deformed, change it.
Clean the plug side electrode with alcohol every week. If it is not cleaned as specified,
it may increase electrical resistance and stop the operation of the nozzle changer.
(6) Checking combined height of nozzle and plug

Measure the combined height of the nozzle
and plug with a vernier caliper. If the
measured value is less than 35 mm, change
the nozzle. If the nozzle is shorter than 35 (6) Standard height:
35.2 mm
mm, it may not be properly cleaned with the
brush.
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2-1-4. Checking nozzle unit of Z-axis tracking sensor
Check the nozzle unit of Z-axis tracking sensor for damage or deposit every day. If
the nozzle unit is damaged or has a deposit of foreign matter, clean or change it.
NOTICE
 If the machine is used with spatter or dust deposited on the Z-axis tracking sensor,
the life of the Z-axis tracking sensor and the detection accuracy of the nozzle gap
may be seriously affected.
2-1-5. Checking residual pressure of assist gas

Check the residual pressure of the assist gas every day.
Change the assist gas cylinder when the residual pressure is 0.5 MPa {72 psi} or less,
or when the assist gas is likely to run out during the middle of the cutting operation.
NOTE
 When liquefied gas is used as assist gas, there may remain a large amount in the
cylinder despite a low residual pressure reading. Adjust so that the cylinder is
always kept at high pressure.
 Be sure to check the connection to the cylinder with soap water for gas leakage.
Contact the assist gas supplier about changing the assist gas cylinder or adjusting
the pressure of the assist gas cylinder.
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2-1-6. Cleaning table and area around machine
WARNING
 Reflected light and spatter may cause a fire. Never place
combustible materials around the machine.
 Frequently remove scrap from the scrap boxes. Especially if a
combustible material is collected, a fire or explosion may occur.
Clean the table and the area around the machine every day.
Spatter scatters on the table during the laser cutting operation. Be sure to clean the
table.
If the free-motion ball bearings are broken or rusted, they may scratch the worksheet.
Clear them of spatter with an air gun, and clean them with lubricating oil.
Spatter and reflected light may cause a fire during the laser cutting operation. Never
place combustible materials around the machine.
Do not place worksheets, parts, scrap, and other materials around the machine.
Maintain a safe working space around the machine.
Frequently remove scrap from the table and scrap boxes. Especially if a combustible
material is collected, a fire or explosion may occur.
Before cleaning the table, close the workclamps so that you do not get your fingers
pinched in the workclamps or get your hands injured by the claws of the workclamps.
2-1-7. Cleaning dust box of dust collector (option)

WARNING
 Clean the dust box of the dust collector to prevent a fire or
explosion.
Clean the dust box of the dust collector every day.

Remove the dust collected in the dust box.
If the machine is operated with the dust box full, the life of the dust collection filter
may be prematurely shortened, and a fire or explosion may occur.
2-1-8. Cleaning scrap box

Clean the scrap box every day.
Remove the dust collected in the scrap box.
In particular, when switching to oxygen cutting of iron after performing cutting of
aluminum, clean the scrap box so that there is no aluminum dust left.
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3. Monthly maintenance
Perform the following maintenance tasks every month.
NOTICE
oscillator.
3-1. Lubricating machine parts

Lubricate the machine parts as described in “9. Lubrication” in this Part.
3-2. Checking dust collection filter (option)

Check the dust collection filter every month.
Change the dust collection filter when it is clogged or damaged.
The dust collector is designed to automatically clean its filter. When dust leaks from
the exhaust opening during operation or dust deposits on the worksheet during
cutting, the dust collection efficiency is reduced. Clean or change the dust collection
filter. (For cleaning or changing the dust collection filter, read the manual of the dust
collector.)
3-3. Cleaning dust collection duct

Clean the dust collection duct every
month.
Remove the duct covers (3015: 3 places,
4020: 4 places), and remove the dust and
scrap in the dust collection duct.
DUCT COVERS
In particular, when switching to oxygen
cutting of iron after performing cutting of
aluminum, clean the dust collection duct
every time so that there is no aluminum
dust left.
Clean dust collection duct.
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3-4. Cleaning Y-type strainer
Clean the Y-type strainer in the cooling water line to the laser oscillator every month.
1. Press the POWER ON/OFF button and the OSCILLATOR ON/OFF button on
the NC control panel to turn them off.
2. Turn the machine circuit breaker switch and laser oscillator circuit breaker switch
to OFF.
3. Stop the cooling unit.
4. Close the stop valves at the inlet and outlet of the laser oscillator cooling water
line to shut off the cooling water path from the cooling unit.
5. Remove the bolt clamping the Y-type

strainer in the external cooling water
WATER FLOW
line, and remove the filter (strainer) of DIRECTION
the Y-type strainer.
6. Remove the dust and other foreign

matter from the strainer with a brush or
the like. CLAMPING BOLT STRAINER
7. Wash the strainer in water.
8. Replace the strainer, and tighten the clamping bolt to secure it.
9. Open the stop valves at the inlet and outlet of the laser oscillator cooling water
line.
NOTE
 Removal of the Y-type strainer may reduce the amount of cooling water available
for the cooling unit. In such a case, add cooling water to the tank of the cooling
unit.
REFERENCE
 For the details of the procedure for adding cooling water, refer to “4-4-3. Adding
water to tank of cooling unit” in this Part.
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3-5. Maintaining cooling unit
Perform the following maintenance every month. For details, refer to the manual of
the cooling unit.
Before performing maintenance of the cooling unit, switch the WARMING UP switch
from ON to OFF. Also, turn off the powers of the cooling unit, the machine and the
laser oscillator before the maintenance.
Cleaning condenser and its filter

If dirt or dust adheres to the condenser, not only will the heat exchange capacity
decrease, but the safety device may also operate, stopping the cooling unit. Clean
the condenser and its filter.
Checking water circuit

The water in the water circuit must be always kept clean. Change it if the following
abnormality is found.
 The inner wall of the cooling unit tank is slimy when rubbed with a finger.
 Foreign matter has mixed into or adhered to the cooling unit tank.
 Water is discolored.
3-6. Maintaining laser oscillator

Perform the maintenance of the laser oscillator every month. For details, refer to the
manual of the laser oscillator.
When performing the maintenance of the laser oscillator, remove the cover on its
side.
COVER FIXING BOLT

(4 PLACES)
COVER
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3-7. Checking air filters
Check the clog checkers and auto drain every month.
When the clog checkers appear red, change the air filter elements.
Check the auto drain for proper operation. If it is not operating, change the air filter
elements.
REFERENCE
 For the position of the clog checkers and auto drain, refer to “5-3. Adjusting air
unit” in this Part.
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4. Quarterly maintenance
NOTICE
oscillator.
4-1. Lubricating machine parts

Lubricate the machine parts as described in “9. Lubrication” in this Part.
4-2. Checking in-line filters

The in-line filters are used to prevent the entry of dust, rust, and other foreign matter
through the assist gas lines into the pneumatic equipment of the machine.
Check the in-line filters every three months, and change them and their O-rings when
they are clogged.
NOTE
 If the in-line filters are clogged, do not reuse them, but change them.
The in-line filter is judged to be clogged when the assist gas used under normal
processing conditions drops in pressure by more than 10%.
When the in-line filter is clogged with a large amount of dust or other foreign matter, it
makes it difficult for the pressure of the assist gas to rise to the preset level.
There are two in-line filters in the assist gas inlet manifold.
Another in-line filter is also installed in the upper part of the Y-axis. When this in-line
filter is clogged, contact AMADA.
When the machine is equipped with the optional high-pressure assist gas control,
another in-line filter is added to the manifold. When this in-line filter is clogged,
contact AMADA.
ASSIST GAS INLET MANIFOLD
Y-AXIS UPPER COVER
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4-2-1. Disassembling in-line filters
NOTICE
 Before disassembling the in-line filters, be sure to turn off the power of the
machine and stop the supply of each assist gas.
AIR/EZ CUT NITROGEN OXYGEN

A
IN-LINE FILTER: OXYGEN
IN-LINE FILTER: AIR/EZ CUT IN-LINE FILTER: NITROGEN
1. Stop the supply of each assist gas (oxygen, nitrogen, and air/EZ cut).
2. Turn on each assist gas (oxygen, nitrogen, and air/EZ cut), and remove the
residual pressure.
For the procedure for checking the assist gas, refer to “1-3-8. Check Assist Gas”
in Part 12 in the Reference Manual.
3. Press the POWER ON/OFF button on the NC control panel to turn off the power
of the NC unit.
4. Turn the machine circuit breaker switch to OFF.
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5. Disassemble the in-line filters of oxygen, nitrogen, and air/EZ cut as described
below.
(1) Remove the coupler by paying attention to the following:
 When the coupler is removed, the gas forcefully escapes from the
machine for some time. As the gas escapes, its hissing sound is heard.
 Protect the removed coupler against the entry of dust and other foreign
matter.
(2) Apply wrenches to the A and B of the in-line filter, and turn the cap nut of the
B.
The in-line filter parts on the coupler side are removed to reveal the filter
and O-ring.
Do not turn the A. Otherwise the O-ring may break.
(3) Check the filter for clogging. If it is clogged, change it.
4-2-2. Changing in-line filters

NOTE
 The oxygen filter is different in size from the nitrogen and air/EZ cut filters.
 Do not lubricate.
Oxygen filter
1. Remove the O-ring with the fingernail,
and remove the filter inside.
2. Set the new filter, and fix it with the

O-ring.
Nitrogen and air/EZ cut filters

1. Remove the nut with the flathead
screwdriver, and remove the filter FILTER NUT
inside.
2. Set the new filter, and fix it with the nut.
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4-2-3. Installing in-line filters
1. Apply wrenches to the A and B, and turn the cap nut in the B with the projecting
part of the in-line filter with the cap nut is aligned with the filter.
Hold still the wrench applied to the A, and turn the wrench applied to the cap nut
of the B.
Tighten the cap nut of the B until it no longer turns.
2. Connect the oxygen, nitrogen, and air/EZ cut couplers.
4-2-4. Checking installation of in-line filters

1. Start the supply of each assist gas (oxygen, nitrogen, and air/EZ cut).
2. Check that each assist gas is discharged.
3. Check the oxygen and nitrogen in-line filters for leakage.
4-3. Changing air breather element

Change the air breather element every three months.
Part number: P-AP-08-20U (Manufacturer: Taisei Kogyo)
AIR BREATHER
1. Remove the lid for maintenance on the top of the FIXING

LID SCREWS
head cover.
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2. Loosen the wing bolt of the air breather. WING BOLT
3. Remove the lid of the air breather. (Remove the ELEMENT

rubber packing together.)
4. Remove the used element and replace with the

new one.
5. Fix the lid of the air breather with the wing bolt. (Insert the wing bolt with rubber
packing in advance.)
6. Install the lid for maintenance on the top of the head cover.

Every three months, change the cooling water of the cooling unit.
4-4-1. Draining water from tank of cooling unit

1. Check that the laser oscillator circuit breaker switch is turned to OFF and that
the cooling unit is stopped.
REFERENCE
 Handling of the cooling unit varies with its model. Refer to the manual of the
cooling unit.
2. Stop the supply of water from the water deionizer.
3. Open the drain valve of the cooling unit.
4. When all water is drained, clean the inside of the tank with tap water.
5. Close the drain valve.
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4-4-2. Cleaning Y-type strainer
1. Remove the dust and other foreign matter deposited on the Y-type strainer with
a brush or the like.
2. Wash the Y-type strainer with water.
3. Replace the Y-type strainer, and secure it with the clamping bolts.
WATER FLOW
DIRECTION
CLAMPING BOLT STRAINER
4-4-3. Adding water to tank of cooling unit

1. Check that the drain valve in the tank of the cooling unit is closed.
2. Check that the Y-type strainer is installed.
3. Check that the pipe joint removed from the oscillator is replaced.
4. Add water from the water deionizer through the inlet in the tank of the cooling
unit. Measure the electrical conductivity of the water with an electrical
conductivity meter.
NOTICE
 If the pressure of the tap water is higher than pressure resistance of the water
deionizer, the water deionizer may break. Use a tap water pressure regulator.
(When the water deionizer is the Organo G-10 model, set the regulator at 0.35
MPa {49.8 psi} or less.)
STOP VALVE
BYPASS FROM TAP WATER
REGULATOR
TO COOLING UNIT
DEIONIZER
 Feed the tap water through the water deionizer at a flow rate of 3 L/min {0.8
US gal/min} or less. If the flow rate is too high, sufficient ion exchange cannot
occur.
 Start the cooling unit more than 12 hours after the machine is turned on.
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Procedure for checking the electrical conductivity of the water
(1) Pull up the main body cover of the electrical conductivity meter (AQUA
CHECK Monitor, OSMO), and remove the cord from the cord holder.
(2) Remove the backside cover of the meter, and put four button batteries (1.5V,
389A type) in the battery holder. (Be careful not to mix up the plus (+) and
minus (–) poles.)
(3) Install the electrical conductivity meter on the water deionizer head with two
M8 bolts.
(4) Attach the fitting coupler to the female

thread at the top center of the water
deionizer.
FITTING
COUPLER
(5) Insert the water quality sensor into the center hole of the fitting coupler
perpendicularly all the way.
(6) Press the “PUSH CHECK” button while water is running.
When the green light illuminates, the water quality is good (electrical
conductivity of 2 µS/cm or less).
When the red light illuminates, the water quality is bad (electrical
conductivity of more than 2 µS/cm).
NOTE
 When the electrical conductivity of the water exceeds 2 µS/cm, stop the
supply of the water to the tank of the cooling unit, change the resin
cylinder of the water deionizer, and resume the supply of the water to the
tank of the cooling unit.
(Ask the water deionizer dealer about changing the resin cylinder. Before
changing the resin cylinder, drain the water from the water deionizer as
described in “12. Draining water from water deionizer” in this Part.)
5. After completing the addition of water to the tank of the cooling unit, check that
the electrical conductivity of the water is 15 S/cm or less when the water is
circulated.
If its electrical conductivity is more than 15 S/cm, change the cooling water
again.
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Maintaining water deionizer
NOTICE
 The resin cylinder of the water deionizer is made of plastic. Use it at room
temperature. If the water deionizer is placed near fire, its body may deform.
 If the water deionizer is placed in direct contact with a concrete wall, for example,
its body may be scratched.
 If the resin cylinder is dirty, wipe it off with a neutral detergent. Do not use a volatile
liquid like a thinner.
 Do not allow the ion exchange resin to dry or freeze. It may become liable to break.
The ion exchange resin of the water deionizer is saturated and loses its ion exchange
capacity when used to produce a given amount of pure water. In such a case, the
resin cylinder must be changed (or the ion exchange resin must be regenerated).
The amount of pure water that can be made varies with the quality of raw water. The
amount of pure water that can be produced may be estimated from the electrical
conductivity of raw water as shown in the following graph:
μ

μ
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5. Semiannual maintenance
NOTICE
oscillator.

WARNING
 Before checking or cleaning the cooling fins and cooling fan of
the inverter, turn off the main power of the cooling unit and wait
for 10 minutes or more. Touching the inverter immediately after
turning off the power may cause a burn or an electric shock.
Perform the following maintenance every six months. For details, refer to the manual
of the cooling unit.
Checking water leak from force feed pump

Contact AMADA when a water leak is found.
Checking inverter
If dirt or dust adheres to the cooling fins and the cooling fan of the inverter, the hot
parts inside the inverter may not cool down, stopping the cooling unit. Clean dirt and
dust if they are adhered to the cooling fins and cooling fan.
Also, contact AMADA if abnormal noise or the like is found.
5-2. Checking water line

Check the water line every six months.
Check the connections and hoses for water leakage. Check the hoses for cracking
and aging.
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5-3. Adjusting air unit
Adjust the air unit every six months.
Check that the air pressure is 0.5 MPa {72 psi}.
If the air pressure is not 0.5 MPa {72 psi}, turn the air regulator knob to set the air
pressure at 0.5 MPa {72 psi}. Turn the knob clockwise to increase the air pressure
and counterclockwise to decrease the air pressure.
AIR PRESSURE
GAUGE CLOG CHECKER
KNOB OF AIR
REGULATOR
AIR INLET
AUTO DRAINS
5-4. Checking electrical wiring and gas connectors

Every six months, check the electrical wiring connections and gas connectors for
looseness.
If they are loosened, securely tighten them.
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5-5. Lens temperature sensor
When the sensor detecting the temperature of lens of 50 °C {122 °F} or more, the
warning “LAS 4045 FOCUS LENS HEAT UP or LAS 4105 TEMPERATURE OF
FOCUS LENS RISES” is displayed. When the process is faulty, be sure to conduct
the maintenance of the lens. Before maintenance of lens, wait a few minutes till it
cool down.
When the sensor detecting the temperature of lens of 100 °C {212 °F} or more, the
alarm or waning “LAS 92 or 4042 FOCUS LENS OVERHEAT” is displayed. Be sure
to conduct the maintenance of the lens. Before maintenance of lens, wait a few
minutes till it cool down.
Even after maintenance of lens, when the alarm or waning “LAS 4045 FOCUS LENS
HEAT UP or LAS 4105 TEMPERATURE OF FOCUS LENS RISES” or “LAS 92 or
4042 FOCUS LENS OVERHEAT” is still displayed, be sure to replace the lens.
NOTICE
 Depending on a combination of thickness, material and processing conditions of

the worksheet, the temperature of lens may rise even without the lens is dirty.
If the alarm or waning “LAS 4045 FOCUS LENS HEAT UP or LAS 4105
TEMPERATURE OF FOCUS LENS RISES” or “LAS 92 or 4042 FOCUS LENS
OVERHEAT” is displayed still after replace the lens, review the processing
conditions or contact AMADA.
5-6. Cleaning NC unit box filter

NOTICE
 Ask AMADA for all the maintenance work on the NC unit box.
The NC unit box filter must be cleaned every 6 month. Contact AMADA to clean it.
6. Annual maintenance
NOTICE
oscillator.
6-1. Changing memory battery of NC unit

The memory battery of the NC unit must be changed every year. Contact AMADA to
change it.
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6-2. Changing APC batteries
Change the APC batteries every year.
The LCG AJ uses an absolute pulse coder (APC) system for storing the axis
coordinate positions when the power of the NC unit is turned off. Batteries are used
for this purpose. When the batteries are exhausted, an alarm is displayed. When a
low battery (voltage drop) alarm “6066, 6067, or 6068” or the warning “COM 4001 NC
BATTERY LOW” is displayed, change the batteries.
Batteries: Four size D alkaline batteries
NOTICE
 Change the batteries when the power of the NC unit is turned on. If the batteries
are removed when the power of the NC unit is turned off, the coordinate positions
of axes stored in the memory will be lost.
1. Press the EMERGENCY STOP button on the NC control panel to stop the
machine in an emergency.
2. Remove the cover of the APC battery case on the rear of the NC unit box (to the
left of the WARMING UP switch).
3. Remove the batteries, and install new batteries in their place.
4. Replace the cover of the APC battery case.
5. Turn the EMERGENCY STOP button clockwise to clear the emergency

condition.
6. Turn off the power of the NC unit, and then turn it back on.
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6-3. Changing filters for hyper EZ Cut II (option)

The filters for the hyper EZ Cut II (option) have their service life. Periodically check
them, and change them if required.
Change the filter elements when the filters are used one year or when an EZ Cut
alarm is displayed.
When changing the filter elements, refer to the manual of the hyper EZ Cut II (option).
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6-4. Changing elements for purge unit
The elements of the purge unit have their service life.
Change the elements after one year or 6000 hours of use, whichever is shortest.
Contact AMADA to change the elements.
6-5. Changing conveyor lubrication cartridges

Change the lubrication cartridge of each conveyor every year. When changing them,
contact AMADA.
6-6. Changing air filter elements

Change the air filter elements every year.
Change them also when an abnormal condition occurs as described in “3-7.
Checking air filters” in this Part.
When changing them, contact AMADA.

Change the ion exchange resin every year. For details, refer to the manual of the
cooling unit.
7. Maintenance every two years

NOTICE
oscillator.
7-1. Changing adsorbent for purge unit

The adsorbent of the purge unit has its service life.
Change the adsorbent after two years or 12000 hours of use, whichever is shortest.
Contact AMADA to change the adsorbent.
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8. Maintenance every 5000 hours of operation
NOTICE
oscillator.
8-1. Changing dust collection filter (option)

The dust collection filter must be changed every 2.5 years or 5000 hours of operation,
whichever comes first. For the procedure for changing the dust collection filter, refer
to the manual of the dust collector. Changing time is exactly depends on its
processing method, material, and condition. If the air flow rate cannot be recovered
unless cleaning the dust collection filter, change the filter whenever it is under 5000
hours of operation.
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9. Lubrication
Lubrication is very important in maintaining the accuracy of the machine and
preventing its failure. Be sure to provide adequate lubrication.
Lubrication list
Lubricate the lubrication points listed below.
Lubrication points
No. Lubrication point Lubricant Lubrication method Lubrication interval

1 X-axis rack and pinion B Grease gun 1 month
2 X-axis LM guide nut A Grease gun 1 month
3 Y-axis rack and pinion B Grease gun 1 month
4 Y-axis LM guide nut A Grease gun 1 month
5 Z-axis ball screw nut A Grease gun 3 months
6 Z-axis LM guide nut A Grease gun 1 month
No.3
No.6
No.1 (Both sides) No.5 No.4

No.2 (Both sides)
Recommended lubricants
Manufacturer Lubricant A Manufacturer Lubricant B

Amada Grease EP. 2 Amada Grease K-2
Exxon Mobil Mobilux EP2
Shell Alvania Grease S 2
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Grease lubrication method
Maintenance is indispensable to maintaining the accuracy of the machine and
improving the life of the machine. Particularly if the LM guides and ball screws are
improperly grease lubricated, their service life is shortened. Grease lubricate these
parts as described below.
NOTICE
 If the waste cloth to be used in the following procedure is smeared with metal dust,
the LM guides and ball screws are damaged by the metal dust. Be sure to use
clean waste cloth.
1. Inject new grease through the grease nipple with a grease gun or the like.
Continue to inject the new grease until the old grease is all removed (or the new
grease oozes out).
2. Wipe off the old grease from the LM guide rails and ball screw shafts with clean
waste cloth.
3. Apply a thin coating of grease to the LM guide rails and ball screw shafts.
10. Setting water temperature of cooling unit

When the temperature is high in summer and dew condensation occurs in the
cooling water path, be sure to switch to the energy-saving mode by referring to the
manual of the cooling unit.
Note that the temperature of cooling water rises automatically during machine
operation.
NOTE
 The setting temperature of cooling unit is 25°C {77°F}.
11. Leaving machine idle for long period of time

When the machine is to be left idle for a long period of time, do as described below.
 To maintain the performance of the solenoid valve of the cooling unit, turn on and
off the circuit breaker switch once a month, and check the solenoid valve for
operation. If the solenoid valve is normal, it clicks. If the solenoid valve does not
properly operate, contact AMADA.
 In winter, do not turn off the power of the cooling unit to prevent the cooling water
from freezing.
 In winter, drain the water from the water deionizer to prevent the water from
freezing. For the procedure for draining the water from the water deionizer, refer to
the manual of the water deionizer or “12. Draining water from water deionizer” in
this Part.
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cylinder is changed and when freezing is likely)
Drain the water from the water deionizer by utilizing the principle of the siphon as
described below.
1. Disconnect the end of the outlet hose, and put it into a drain tank. Position the
end of the hose below the resin cylinder.
2. Turn on the water, and fill the hose with water.
3. Turn off the water, and immediately disconnect the inlet hose from the cap.
4. The water is drained from the outlet hose by the action of the siphon. The water
draining time is 3 to 5 min.
5. If the water is not properly drained, repeat steps 1 to 4.
NOTE
 For changing the resin cylinder (or regenerating the resin cylinder), contact your
water deionizer dealer.
13. Dismantling and scrapping
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13-1. Disposal of machine body
The body of the laser cutting machine must be disposed of by a contractor.
Disassemble parts such as the frame, cover, and table. Sort the materials into iron,
aluminum, and stainless steel and dispose of them appropriately.
13-2. Disposal of electrical parts

The control panel and other electrical parts must be disposed of appropriately by a
contractor.
Before these parts are recycled, remove all batteries and deposit them following the
requirements of the manufacturer.
NEVER
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Appendix
1. Safety data sheets........................................................... A-2

1-1. Shell Alvania Grease S 2.......................................... A-2
1-2. Showa Water Industries AS14.................................. A-7
1-3. Sugimura Chemical Industrial Preton EM-320 ........ A-11
1-4. Simatec AG simalube .............................................. A-19
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LASER CUTTING MACHINE

: Non-CE mark countries

DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not

WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not

Hazard Information on Machine .....................................1

Part 1 Description ....................................................... 1-1

Part 3 Operation .......................................................... 3-1

Part 4 Functions .......................................................... 4-1

Part 5 Maintenance...................................................... 5-1

Appendix ........................................................................ A-1

The Hazard Information on Machine communicates machine and other hazard

DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not

(For contents, refer to next page.)

1-2. Appointing laser safety officer

1-3. Posting name of laser safety officer and other

Keyswitch on NC control box

1-5. Conducting safety and health education of laser

1-6. Eye health care

1-8. Precautions on clothing to wear during operation

2. Prohibiting modification of laser cutting machine

2-3. Prohibition of removal of safeguards and of change of

1 WARNING When lifting and moving machine

2 WARNING When installing machine

3 WARNING When installing machine

► H a z a r d ◄ Moving parts of peripheral units

4 WARNING When installing electrical wiring

5-2. Laser beam

6 WARNING When laser cutting

► H a z a r d ◄ Secondary reflected laser beam (visible light and ultraviolet light)

5-3. Fire and explosion

8 DANGER When laser cutting

► H a z a r d ◄ Titanium, aluminum, and zinc dusts

10 WARNING At all times

► H a z a r d ◄ Titanium, aluminum and zinc dusts, and water

12 WARNING When laser cutting

14 WARNING When laser cutting

15 WARNING When laser cutting

► H a z a r d ◄ Dust and oxygen gas

17 WARNING When laser cutting

► H a z a r d ◄ Reflected light from cutting defects

18 WARNING When laser cutting

► H a z a r d ◄ Filter of dust collector

19 WARNING When laser cutting

20 WARNING When laser cutting

► H a z a r d ◄ Dust and assist gas

21 WARNING When laser cutting

22 WARNING When laser cutting

► H a z a r d ◄ Nylon and polyurethane

23 WARNING When laser cutting

► H a z a r d ◄ Worksheets whose safety is not verified

25 WARNING When working in moving range of machine

► H a z a r d ◄ Moving parts of machine

26 WARNING When setting worksheets and unloading parts

► H a z a r d ◄ Worksheets and moving parts of machine

28 CAUTION When setting worksheets

29 CAUTION When setting worksheets

► H a z a r d ◄ Parts just after cutting

31 CAUTION When unloading parts

► H a z a r d ◄ Pallets and skids

32 CAUTION When going inside partitioned area

33 WARNING When installing gas piping