{"id":21405,"date":"2026-03-16T14:26:51","date_gmt":"2026-03-16T20:26:51","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/support.epiloglaser.com\/staging\/?p=21405"},"modified":"2026-03-16T14:26:51","modified_gmt":"2026-03-16T20:26:51","slug":"carriage-optics-cleaning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/support.epiloglaser.com\/staging\/laser-machine\/fusion-ascent\/cleaning\/carriage-optics-cleaning\/","title":{"rendered":"Carriage Optics Cleaning"},"content":{"rendered":"<article class=\"uk-article\">\n<p class=\"uk-text-muted\">\n        <strong>Estimated time:<\/strong> 10\u201315 minutes \u2022 <strong>Skill:<\/strong> Beginner\n    <\/p>\n<p class=\"uk-text-lead\">\n        Routine inspection and cleaning of the carriage optics ensures consistent engraving performance and protects optical components from permanent damage.\n    <\/p>\n<p>Use the tabs below to inspect, clean, or troubleshoot carriage optics on the Ascent laser system.<\/p>\n<hr class=\"uk-divider-icon\">\n<ul uk-tab=\"connect: #optics-switcher; animation: uk-animation-fade\">\n<li class=\"uk-active\"><a href=\"#\">Inspection<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#\">Cleaning Procedure<\/a><\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#\">Troubleshooting<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul id=\"optics-switcher\" class=\"uk-switcher uk-margin\">\n<li>\n<h2 class=\"uk-h2\">Optics Inspection<\/h2>\n<p>Inspect the carriage lens and mirror regularly to prevent performance issues. Look for:<\/p>\n<ul class=\"uk-list uk-list-bullet\">\n<li>Visible smoke residue or haze<\/li>\n<li>Spots or debris on optic surface<\/li>\n<li>Reduced engraving depth<\/li>\n<li>Inconsistent cutting performance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<figure class=\"uk-margin-medium-top uk-margin-medium-bottom\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/support.epiloglaser.com\/staging\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/bad_optics.png\" alt=\"Removing carriage mirror\" class=\"uk-border-rounded\" width=\"300\"><figcaption class=\"uk-text-small uk-margin-small-top\"><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<div class=\"uk-alert-warning uk-padding-small\" uk-alert>\n<p class=\"uk-text-primary\"><strong>Note:<\/strong> If contamination is visible, proceed to the Cleaning Procedure tab before running additional jobs.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"uk-h3 uk-margin-top\">Recommended Cleaning Frequency<\/h3>\n<ul class=\"uk-list uk-list-divider\">\n<li><strong>Light use:<\/strong> Inspect weekly<\/li>\n<li><strong>Moderate use:<\/strong> Inspect every 1\u20133 days<\/li>\n<li><strong>Heavy\/Dusty environments:<\/strong> Inspect daily<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h2 class=\"uk-h2\">Carriage Optics Cleaning<\/h2>\n<p><!--\n            \n\n<div class=\"uk-alert-danger\" uk-alert>\n                \n\n<p><strong>Important:<\/strong> Never apply cleaner directly to the optic. Apply solution to the swab first. Avoid excessive pressure to prevent coating damage.<\/p>\n\n\n            <\/div>\n\n\n--><\/p>\n<ol class=\"uk-list uk-list-decimal uk-list-large uk-list-divider\">\n<li>\n                    <strong>Power Down the Machine<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Turn the machine OFF before servicing.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n                    <strong>Remove the Magnetic Carriage Cover<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Gently pull the front magnetic cover away from the carriage.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"uk-text-center uk-margin-medium-top uk-margin-medium-bottom\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/support.epiloglaser.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/19k_carriage_cover_removed.png\" alt=\"Removing magnetic carriage cover\" class=\"uk-border-rounded\" width=\"400\"><figcaption class=\"uk-text-small uk-margin-small-top\"><strong>Figure 1:<\/strong> Remove the magnetic carriage cover.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n                    <strong>Remove the Lens<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Slide the magnetically retained lens straight out.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"uk-text-center uk-margin-medium-top uk-margin-medium-bottom\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/support.epiloglaser.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/19k_lens_removed.png\" alt=\"Removing carriage lens\" class=\"uk-border-rounded\" width=\"400\"><figcaption class=\"uk-text-small uk-margin-small-top\"><strong>Figure 2:<\/strong> Remove the carriage lens.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n                    <strong>Clean the Lens<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Apply optics cleaner to a cotton swab and gently wipe both sides of the lens using light pressure. Use a clean swab to dry.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"uk-text-center uk-margin-medium-top uk-margin-medium-bottom\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/support.epiloglaser.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/19k_lens_cotton.png\" alt=\"Cleaning carriage lens\" class=\"uk-border-rounded\" width=\"400\"><figcaption class=\"uk-text-small uk-margin-small-top\"><strong>Figure 3:<\/strong> Clean the carriage lens.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n                    <strong>Reinstall the Lens<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Slide the lens back into position, ensuring it seats fully.<\/p>\n<div class=\"uk-alert-primary\" uk-alert>\n<p><strong>Note:<\/strong> Each lens has a designated positon. You must put the lens back in its color coded position. Otherwise the carriage cover will not reattach properly.<\/div>\n<figure class=\"uk-text-center uk-margin-medium-top uk-margin-medium-bottom\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/support.epiloglaser.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/19k_lens_options.png\" alt=\"Removing carriage mirror\" class=\"uk-border-rounded\" width=\"400\"><figcaption class=\"uk-text-small uk-margin-small-top\"><strong>Figure 4:<\/strong><br \/>\n                    <\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n                    <strong>Remove the Mirror<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Loosen the thumb screw on top of the carriage, and remove the mirror.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"uk-text-center uk-margin-medium-top uk-margin-medium-bottom\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/support.epiloglaser.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/19k_carriage_mirror_removed.png\" alt=\"Removing carriage mirror\" class=\"uk-border-rounded\" width=\"400\"><figcaption class=\"uk-text-small uk-margin-small-top\"><strong>Figure 5:<\/strong> Remove and clean the carriage mirror.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n                    <strong>Clean the Mirror<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Apply cleaner to a cotton swab and wipe the mirror surface gently using a single smooth motion.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"uk-text-center uk-margin-medium-top uk-margin-medium-bottom\">\n                        <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/support.epiloglaser.com\/staging\/wp-content\/uploads\/19k_mirror_cotton.png\" alt=\"Cleaning carriage mirror\" class=\"uk-border-rounded\" width=\"400\"><figcaption class=\"uk-text-small uk-margin-small-top\"><strong>Figure 6:<\/strong> Clean the carriage mirror.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<li>\n                    <strong>Reinstall Components and Restore Power<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Reinstall the mirror and magnetic cover. Plug the machine back in and power ON. Run a small test engraving to confirm normal beam quality.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<h2 class=\"uk-h2\">Troubleshooting After Cleaning<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"uk-list uk-list-bullet\">\n<li>\n                    <strong>Still low power?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Inspect the remaining optics in the machine.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n                    <strong>Uneven engraving?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Check the table level.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n                    <strong>Persistent issues?<\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Check upstream mirrors and alignment before replacing optics.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<div class=\"uk-alert-primary\" uk-alert>\n<p>If cleaning does not resolve performance issues, additional alignment or service may be required.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/article>\n\r\n\t\t\t<div id=\"daexthefu-container\"\r\n\t\t\t\tclass=\"daexthefu-container daexthefu-layout-side-by-side daexthefu-alignment-left\"\r\n\t\t\t\tdata-post-id=\"21405\">\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"daexthefu-feedback\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"daexthefu-text\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h3 class=\"daexthefu-title\">Was this helpful?<\/h3>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"daexthefu-buttons-container\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"daexthefu-buttons\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"daexthefu-yes daexthefu-button daexthefu-button-type-text\" data-value=\"1\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"daexthefu-button-text\">Yes<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\r\n\t\t\t<div class=\"daexthefu-no daexthefu-button daexthefu-button-type-text\" data-value=\"0\">\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"daexthefu-button-text\">No<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"daexthefu-comment\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"daexthefu-comment-top-container\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<label id=\"daexthefu-comment-label\" class=\"daexthefu-comment-label\"><\/label>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"daexthefu-comment-character-counter-container\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div id=\"daexthefu-comment-character-counter-number\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tclass=\"daexthefu-comment-character-counter-number\"><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"daexthefu-comment-character-counter-text\"><\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<textarea id=\"daexthefu-comment-textarea\" class=\"daexthefu-comment-textarea\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tplaceholder=\"Type your message\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\tmaxlength=\"\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t400\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\"><\/textarea>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"daexthefu-comment-buttons-container\">\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"daexthefu-comment-submit daexthefu-button\">Submit<\/button>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<button class=\"daexthefu-comment-cancel daexthefu-button\">Cancel<\/button>\r\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"daexthefu-successful-submission-text\">Thanks for your feedback!<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t<\/div>\r\n\r\n\t\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Estimated time: 10\u201315 minutes \u2022 Skill: Beginner Routine inspection and cleaning of the carriage optics ensures consistent engraving performance and protects optical components from permanent damage. 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