In this lesson we’ll walk through replacing the Epilog Mini/Helix X-Motor.
Remove Side Panels
Shut off the laser and remove the power cord from the machine.
Remove the left side panel by loosening the four screws on its main face, as well as the two screws on the back.
Remove the right side panel by loosening the four screws on its main face, as well as the two screws on the back.
Remove X-Axis Assembly
Disconnect the Air Assist Coil by pushing in the orange ring and then pulling the air hose out.
Cut the white zip tie around the white ribbon cable.
Disconnect the Y-Axis flex cable.
Unscrew the two green captive screws on the right side of the X-Axis Assembly.
Unscrew the green captive screw on the left side of the X-Axis Assembly.
Open the lid of the machine.
To remove the X-Axis Assembly, lift it carefully, especially when lifting the right side of the Assembly. Bring the right side forward a little to ensure the motor clears the frame rail.
Reinstall X-Axis Assembly
Install the X-Axis assembly by placing the Assembly on the brackets, making sure to line up the Assembly onto the pins.
Tighten the green captive screws on both sides of the X-Axis Assembly.
Move the X-Axis Assembly to the front and back to make sure the Y-axis moves smoothly.
Reconnect the Y-Axis flex cable and secure it with a Zip Tie.
Reconnect the Air Assist Coil.
Reinstall Side Panels
Replace the right side panel, inserting the four screws on the panel’s main face, as well as the two screws on the back.
Replace the left side panel, inserting the four screws on the panel’s main face, as well as the two screws on the back.
Plug the machine in and turn it on.
