X-Axis Reducer Drive Replacement (Large Aperture)

This guide provides detailed instructions for the removal and installation of the X-Axis assembly and reducer drive components on a Fusion Pro laser system with a large aperture. Carefully follow each step to ensure a safe and effective procedure. Always disconnect power before beginning any maintenance.

Removal

1. Power off the machine and disconnect the power cable.

   

2. Remove the right and left side panels.

   
   

3. Move the X-Axis rail to the center of the machine.

   

4. Move the lens carriage to the center of the machine.

   

5. Loosen the thumb screws and open the carriage mirror cover.

   
   

6. Disconnect the air assist tubing.

   

7. Remove the lens from the carriage.

   

8. Close the carriage mirror cover.

   

9. Remove the X-Axis drive board cover.

   

10. Disconnect the electrical harnesses from the X-Axis drive board and motor.

    
    

11. Disconnect additional air assist tubing if present.

    

12. Remove the mounting screws from the X-Axis drive board mounting plate.

    

13. Remove the drive board and mounting plate.

    

14. Disconnect the Velcro bellows from the X-Axis assembly.

    

15. Remove the mounting hardware from both sides of the X-Axis rail.

    
    

16. Lift and remove the X-Axis assembly. Place it on a suitable repair bench.

    

17. Loosen the belt tension bracket screws.

    

18. Loosen the tensioner screw.

    

19. Loosen the motor mounting screws.

    
    

20. Loosen the motor tensioner screw.

    

21. Remove the reducer belt from the pulleys.

    

22. Remove the reducer pulley mounting screws.

    

23. Remove the reducer pulley.

    

Installation

1. Pull the X-Axis belt toward the motor area.

   

2. Install the reducer pulley, ensuring the belt wraps around the outside of the pulley.

   

3. Install the reducer pulley mounting screws.

   

4. Install the reducer belt onto both pulleys.

   

5. Apply tension to the reducer belt.

   Note: The belt should not be overly tight. When pressed from the side, it should deflect approximately 1/8″ (3 mm).

   
   

6. Tighten the motor mounting screws.

   
   

7. Install the X-Axis assembly into the machine.

   

8. Align the X-Axis with the alignment pins.

   
   

9. Install the X-Axis mounting hardware.

   
   

10. Reconnect the Velcro bellows to the X-Axis.

    

11. Attach the X-Axis drive board mounting plate.

    

12. Reconnect the electrical harnesses to the X-Axis drive board and motor.

    
    

13. Reinstall the X-Axis drive board cover.

    

14. Reinstall the right and left side panels.