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Unpacking the Laser

Unbox your New Mini/Helix and get started!

Getting Started :

Introduction

In this lesson, we'll unpack the Mini and Helix machines.

Mini

We’ll begin with the Epilog Mini.

Start by using scissors or a utility knife to cut the box straps. Stand clear of the straps, as they may pop out at high speed when cut.

Cutting the box straps around the packaged Mini.

Then remove the strapping and the wooden box topper.

Lifting off the wooden box topper.

Next, cut the tape securing the box closed, open the box and remove the cardboard topper with attached foam inserts.

Opening the box itself.
Removing the cardboard topper from inside the box.

Cut the tape holding the bag closed and spread the bag over the sides of the box.

Cutting the tape that secures the plastic bag around the machine. Spreading the bag over the sides of the box.

The Mini 18 and Mini 24 range in weight from 70 lbs. to 90 lbs.

With the help of an additional person, lift your Mini laser system out of the box and place it on a sturdy level surface.

Two men carrying the Mini onto a table.

Make sure not to discard the packaging material at this time.

The 'Do Not Discard Packagin Material' Sign on the lid of the machine.

Open your Mini laser system’s top door, and remove the included items from the cabinet, then open the box of included items.

Removing the cardboard insert that covers the materials included inside the machine.

Mini Included Items

The items included with the machine layed out on a table.

Your Mini laser system includes:

  • A Power cord
  • Ethernet cord
  • USB cord
  • Air Assist Tube
  • Lens Cleaner
  • Laser Beam Alignment Target
  • Driver CD Disc
  • Quick Start Guide
  • Owner’s Manual
  • Training Site Signup Card & Kit
  • Vendor Material Kit (Note: Material samples may vary)

Helix

If you have an Epilog Helix, this part is slightly different.

Cut the box straps.

Cutting the Helix box straps.

Remove the wooden box topper, then also remove the cardboard box.

Removing the wooden box topper.
Lifting the cardboard box off of the Helix.

Then remove the top foam pads and the four wood and foam corner supports.

Lifting off one of the corner wood and foam supports.

Remove the plastic bag, then cut and remove the plastic wrapping.

Lifting off the plastic bag covering.
Cutting the plastic wrapping around the Helix's body.

Unscrew and remove the raised wooden edge located on one side of the pallet.

Unscrewing the right screw of the raised wooden edge on the Helix pallet. The pallet without the raised wooden edge.

Remove the wheel ramps from underneath the machine.

A wheel ramp being pulled out from underneath the Helix.

Make sure all four wheels are in the locked position.

A hand putting a wheel into the locked position.

Lift the Helix on one side and remove the foam padding underneath.

Removing the foam padding underneath one side of the machine.

Lift the Helix on the other side and remove the rest of the foam padding.

Removing the foam padding underneath the other side of the machine.

Affix the ramps to the side of the pallet by inserting the metal edges into the slits located where the wooden edge used to be. Make sure the ramps are aligned with the wheels.

Close up of a wheel ramp in position on the side of the pallet.
A wide shot showing both ramps lined up with the Helix's wheels.

Unlock all four wheels.

A hand switching a wheel to the unlocked position.

Wheel the Helix off the pallet and down the ramps. Be sure to pull the machine, not push.

The Helix being pulled halfway down the ramp.

  • ID:
    TA-14
  • Date:
    04/02/2025

Tools:

  • Safety Glasses
  • Scissors
  • Box Cutter

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