Chapter
6
Cleaning
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RAYLASE 3-Axis Subsystem AS-50 for Laser Beam Deflection
MN049 / v1.0.0
6
CLEANING
6.1
Cleaning the housing
Warning:
The laser beam can cause severe injury to the eyes and the skin. Before clean-
ing, make sure that the laser device is switched off and secured against acci-
dentally being switched on.
The subsystem housing is dust proof. It can be cleaned with a duster. If it is very dirty, the
duster can be moistened with a light and non-aggressive cleaning solution (e.g. soap solu-
tion).
6.2
Cleaning the optical system
Warning:
The laser beam can cause severe injury to the eyes and the skin. Before clean-
ing, make sure that the laser device is switched off and secured against acci-
dentally being switched on.
Dirty optical surfaces result in increased absorption of the laser radiation. This can cause the
dirt to heat up sufficiently for it to burn into the optical surfaces and permanently damage
them.
The following circumstances can cause increased accumulation of dirt:
The ambient atmosphere is contaminated with dirt, grease or other particles.
Vapors and particles are produced while working.
Talking, coughing or sneezing close to optical surfaces.
In general, all contamination of the optical system should be avoided wherever possible.
However, as contamination cannot be completely avoided, the optical system must be
cleaned at appropriate intervals. Regular checking and cleaning of the optical surfaces can
prevent permanent damage.
Note:
RAYLASE accepts no liability for damaged optical components!
Note:
Damage caused during the laser process, e.g. when processing metals, is irreversible
and cannot be resolved by cleaning.
