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xTool D1 Pro
Assembly
There is a certain degree of elegance and sophistication that users en-
counter when opening the xTool D1 Pro box (FIG. 3). This experi-
ence is typical of the high degree of excellence that xTool instills in
its products, and strives to provide in its user experience. Users are
immediately presented with two slender packages. The first is a vari-
ety pack of materials that can be used to become familiar with the en-
graving and cutting capabilities of the machine. xTool provides more
than 100 laserable materials in their on-line store, and herein offers a
set of samples. The second is a set of publications, one for assembly,
one for operation, and one showing examples of what the laser de-
vice is capable of producing (“Magical Things Made by xTool”). The
manuals are attractively designed and printed, with clearly illustrated
step-by-step instructions (FIG. 4).
FIG. 3. The first things that the user sees when opening the box are a
thank you card (already removed), along with a material pack and the
documentation necessary for assembly and operation.
FIG. 4 . In an age when it is easier and far cheaper to provide manuals as
PDFs, xTool has provided beautifully printed collateral materials.
Removing the first layer of rigid foam packing reveals the parts that
will ultimately fit together easily and with precision. The fit and fin-
ish of the metal frame and other structural materials is impressive,
and reflects meticulous engineering and attention to detail. The as-
sembly process is clearly illustrated, and can be completed, in most
circumstances, in well under an hour.
Certain design and engineering details make the assembly process
easier:
• A nicely designed toolkit is provided along with color-coded
screws (FIG. 5). In addition to visually showing the screws in the
manual, the use of color paint further simplifies identification, and
the application of the paint helps to secure the screws in place. The
screwdriver comes with a machined shaft that has an Allen wrench
tip on one end and a Philips head on the other. These small details
make the assembly process faster and easier.
FIG. 5. Rather than provide screws loosely mixed in plastic bags, xTool
provides all of the fasteners and tools in a convenient toolkit that can
remain readily accessible.
• The timing belts have been pre-installed, and are enclosed in their
frame components to shield them from smoke, dirt, and air-borne
contaminants. Over time the belts will stretch and will require
tightening to ensure that the stepper motors move the laser mod-
ule smoothly, quietly, and accurately. A set-screw mechanism at the
ends of each belt makes the adjustment process simple and easy.
Care should be taken to ensure that the belts are not over-tightened,
which can cause distortions of the engraved or cut workpieces.
• The Quick Start Guide, in full-color, is highly visual, with each
machine part clearly labeled (FIG. 6). The assembly process is clearly
illustrated, with a minimum of text, and enlarged images of assem-
bly areas of particular importance.
• Each part fits precisely, is easily identified, and quickly secured in
place.
