Epilog Helix 350 Laser Engraver
Fri, 12/17/2010 - 15:01 — Luke Scharf
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Safety:
- Really Good Things to do:
- Press the “STOP” button if anything goes wrong
- Turn the fan on before you begin cutting
- Position materials with care in the upper left corner of the platform in the machine
- Wait thirty (30) seconds before opening the cover, after a job is done
- Turn off the machine when you are done
- Make sure the fire extinguisher and/or water bottle is by the machine in case there is a small fire
- Use the right power and speed settings for cardboard, plastic or other materials
- Really Dangerous Things (things not to do):
- Cutting material that could give off dangerous fumes
- Cutting material that could catch on fire
- Don’t start the machine cutting something and then walk away – it’s really dangerous!
- Other Things That Could Create Problems:
- Don’t open the cover while the machine is running – it stops cutting
- Trying to cut metal with the laser cutter
- Cutting something with an uneven surface that trips the cutter off its track
- From the Epilog Owner's Manual: "NEVER engrave or cut any material containing PVC or vinyl. When engraved, a corrosive agent is produced that will destroy your machine. Your warranty will be void if your machine is damaged by corrosion from engraving or cutting PVC or Viny."
