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Guide for Laser Engraving
Transform into a Laser Engraver
Before you Start
Start Laser Engraving
Prepare
Start
Support
B
A
C
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Before You Start
Get the Screwdriver Ready
Used Symbols
The screwdriver is dual-purpose. Change the blade as you need.
Caution TipsNotice
Ignoring this type of message might result in malfunction or damage of the machine.
Make sure that the highlighted part is facing the right way.
Details you should be aware of through-out the process.
Tips offer you convenient operations and additional options.
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Transform into a Laser Engraver
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Reposition the 3D Printing Module1
On the Touch Screen, go to Controls > Jog Mode > X+/Z+. Keep tapping X+/Z+ until the 3D Printing Module is moved to the
illustrated position.
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Transform into a Laser Engraver
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Power Off the Machine and Unplug the Power Adapter2
OFF
DO NOT TOUCHHigh Temperature
CAUTION
Caution
If you just finished 3D printing, wait about 5 minutes for the 3D Printing Module and Heated Bed to cool off after the machine is powered off.
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Unplug the Heated Bed Cable and Detach the Heated Bed from the Y Axis3
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Attach the Engraving & Carving Platform.4
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Unplug the Module Cable and Detach the 3D Printing Module from the X Axis5
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Attach the Laser Engraving Module to the X Axis and Plug in the Module Cable6
The installation position of the screws must be the same as illustrated.
Notice
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1
2
3
5
Screen
1
2
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Power
(RJ 45)
Make Sure the Cables are Connected Correctly
Caution
Do NOT connect or disconnect the cables or USB when the machine is powered on.
!Make sure all the cables are correctly and properly connected as illustrated before you power on the machine.
You can also connect the cables according to the provided card.
Notice
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Start Laser Engraving
Prepare Start>>
Improperly operating the Snapmaker can cause fire, eye or skin injury or other serious consequences from laser exposure. Please read through the safety information at
manual.snapmaker.com/laser_engraving before you start laser engraving.
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Prepare
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Place the Material1
Put the material you want to engrave on the platform.
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Prepare
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Immobilize the Material2
Tips
You can use the provided fixtures and other tools such as adhesive tape and binder clips to immobilize the material.
Use the fixtures to immobilize the material.
Caution!
Make sure the fixtures and binder clips don’t impede the movement of the linear modules.
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Prepare
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Download the Software3
Download the software from our official website:
snapmaker.com/download
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Prepare
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Connect to the Computer4
Connect the computer to the machine using the provided USB Cable. Connect the power adapter and power on the machine.
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Start
We only provide a general description of the setup procedure in this guide. Please refer to the online manual for details: manual.snapmaker.com/laser_engraving/
Set Work Origin
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Generate G-code Choose a Way to Engrave
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Generate G-code of the file you want to engrave.
1 Generate G-code
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Start
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Use these buttons to adjust the position of the Laser Engraving Module. You will find the focus when you see the laser dot is smaller than the dot on the Calibration Card.
Caution
Make sure you wear the Laser Safety Glasses before setting work origin.
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2 Use the provided Calibration Card to set work origin
Tips
You can also use the Calibration Card to calibrate.
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Option 2 Using the USB Disk
(No need to connect your computer to the machine.)
Option 1 Using the Computer
(The computer must be connected to the machine throughout the process.)
Choose a Way to Engrave2
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Support
Besides this guide, there is also a User Manual available on our website: snapmaker.com/documentFind the answers in our FAQ page if you run into any problem during assembly: faq.snapmaker.comShare anything you want with other Snapmaker users at our forum: forum.snapmaker.com
Any news from you is good news for us. If you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact us. We are here for you whenever you need general information, technical support or have any sales inquiries. General [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]
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Albert Einstein once said, “A person who never made a mistake never tried anything new.”
Try the new things with Snapmaker, even if you may make mistakes.
To use the 3D printer or CNC carver, please read the corresponding guide.
Part No.: FA002 V1.0.1