Apollo Assembly Guide

Instructions

1. Unloading should be performed from the operators side. This can be identified by the large Apollo CNC Fiber Laser decal.
2. Locate the cart guide farthest from the garage.
3. Carefully drive forks under the Apollo making sure the fork carriage is clear of the lower enclosure body and fully passes through the stringers for the legs. Care should be taken when lifting that the Apollo is not damaged by the fork carriage or is unbalanced on the forks.
4. Lift the Apollo and drive to desired location and set gently in the shop.

Instructions

1. Release and remove the ratchet straps. Using the utility knife, remove the plastic wrapping around the hoop (garage) and the parts bundle.
2. Using the screwdriver and allen key, remove the wood blocking in the garage. Care should be taken not to damage the fiber optic cable. Replace the M6 button head cap screws once the gantry shipping brackets are removed.
3. Unpack the parts kit and check for completeness. Monitors are packed inside of the bundle and the sheet metal for the roof will need to be removed to locate them.
4. Place components into separate areas for assembly. The order should be as follows:
   • Roof components
   • Doors
   • Computer and monitor
   • Camera and lighting kit (if purchased)
   • Wagon
   • Hook up kit (if purchased)

Instructions

1. Unloading should be performed from the operators side. This can be identified by the large Apollo CNC Fiber Laser decal.
2. Locate the cart guide farthest from the garage.
3. Carefully drive forks under the Apollo making sure the fork carriage is clear of the lower enclosure body and fully passes through the stringers for the legs. Care should be taken when lifting that the Apollo is not damaged by the fork carriage or is unbalanced on the forks.
4. Lift the Apollo and drive to desired location and set gently in the shop.

Instructions

1. Release and remove the ratchet straps. Using the utility knife, remove the plastic wrapping around the hoop (garage) and the parts bundle.
2. Using the screwdriver and allen key, remove the wood blocking in the garage. Care should be taken not to damage the fiber optic cable. Replace the M6 button head cap screws once the gantry shipping brackets are removed.
3. Unpack the parts kit and check for completeness. Monitors are packed inside of the bundle and the sheet metal for the roof will need to be removed to locate them.
4. Place components into separate areas for assembly. The order should be as follows:
   • Roof components
   • Doors
   • Computer and monitor
   • Camera and lighting kit (if purchased)
   • Wagon
   • Hook up kit (if purchased)

Instructions

1. With the vertical flange of the Roof Rails oriented upwards, slide the ends of the Roof End Rail and the Roof Mounting Rail into the C channel of the Roof Side Rail as shown. If the fitment between the Roof Rails is tight, a mallet can be used to gently tap the rails together.
2. Adjust the Roof End Rail and the Roof Mounting Rail such that they are approximately perpendicular to the Roof Side Rail.

Instructions

1. Place a Roof Gusset in the corner between the Roof End Rail and Roof Side Rail as shown. Align the 8 holes on the side, and 2 holes on the top of the Roof Gusset with the corresponding holes in the Roof Rails.
2. With the Roof Gusset holes aligned to the Roof Rails, Slide rivets or Cleco pins into 3-4 holes on the Roof Rails to hold the Roof Gussets in place.
3. Using the another Roof Gusset, repeat step B1 and B2 for the corner between the Roof Mounting Rail and Roof Side Rail.

Instructions

1. Using the ⅛” Blind Rivets, rivet the Roof Gussets to the Roof Rails as shown.

Instructions

1. Ensure the 8 holes on the side of the Roof Side Rail are well aligned with the 4 holes on the end of the Roof End Rail and Roof Mounting Rail.
2. Using the ⅛” Blind Rivets, rivet the Roof End Rail to the Roof Side Rail as shown.
3. Repeat step D2 for the Roof Mounting Rail.

Instructions

1. Ensure the 2 holes on the top of the Roof Side Rail are well aligned with the holes on the top of the Roof End Rail and Roof Mounting Rail.
2. Using the ⅛” Blind Rivets, rivet the Roof End Rail to the Roof Side Rail as shown.
3. Repeat step E2 for the Roof Mounting Rail.

Instructions

1. Place the frame with the vertical flange of the Roof Rails Facing upwards on at least 3 boxes or tables, such that there is sufficient access to the bottom of the rails for installation of rivets. It should be possible to shift the frame on its supports such that all holes in the bottom of the rails can be accessed.

Instructions

1. Ensure the 4 holes on the bottom of the Roof Side Rail are well aligned with the 2 holes on the bottom of the Roof End Rail and Roof Mounting Rail.
2. Using the ⅛” Blind Rivets, rivet the Roof End Rail to the Roof Side Rail as shown.
3. Repeat step G2 for the Roof Mounting Rail.

Instructions

1. Using a measuring tape or 3’+ ruler, locate Panel A, Panel B, and Panel C with approximate lengths of 34.2”, 41.5”, and 31.5”.

Instructions

1. Orient Panel C such that the rivet holes on the long side of the panel face the Roof Mounting Rail and the ribs of Panel C face upwards as shown.
2. Slide Panel C along the bottom flange of the Roof Mounting Rail and onto the bottom flange of the Roof Side Rail.
3. If necessary, add additional supports under Panel C to keep it in position.

Instructions

1. Ensure the rivet holes in the bottom of the Roof Mounting Rail align with the rivet holes in Panel C.
2. Using the ⅛” Blind Rivets, rivet Panel C to the Roof Mounting Rail as shown.

Instructions

1. Orient Panel B such that the rivet holes on the short side face the Roof Side Rail and the outermost partial rib is closest to Panel C.
2. Slide the outermost rib of Panel B on top of the outermost rib of Panel A. Slide Panel B onto the bottom flange of the Roof Side Rail.
3. If necessary, add additional supports under Panel B to keep it in position.

Instructions

1. Orient Panel A such that the rivet holes on the long side face the Roof End Rail.
2. Slide the outermost partial rib of Panel A on top of the partial rib of Panel B and slide Panel A along the bottom flange of the Roof End Rail and onto the bottom flange of the Roof Side Rail.
3. If necessary, add additional supports under Panel A to keep it in position.

Instructions

1. Slide the Roof Rail Supports into the C channel of the Roof Side Rail such that the rivet nuts in the Roof Side Rail rest in the half circle cutout at the top of the Roof Rail Support and the holes on the end of the Roof Rail Support align with the corresponding holes on the Roof Side Rail.
2. If necessary, add additional supports under the Roof Rail Supports to keep them in position.

Instructions

1. With the vertical flange of the Roof Rails oriented upwards, slide the end of the Roof End Rail and the Roof Mounting Rail into the C channel of the Roof Side Rail as shown. If the fitment between the Roof Rails is tight, a mallet can be used to gently tap the rails together.

Instructions

1. Place a Roof Gusset in the corner between the Roof End Rail and Roof Side Rail as shown. Align the 8 holes on the side, and 2 holes on the top of the Roof Gusset with the corresponding holes in the Roof Rails.
2. With the Roof Gusset holes aligned to the Roof Rails, Slide rivets or Cleco pins into 3-4 holes on the Roof Rails to hold the Roof Gussets in place.
3. Using the another Roof Gusset, repeat step O1 and O2 for the corner between the Roof Mounting Rail and Roof Side Rail.

Instructions

1. Using the ⅛” Blind Rivets, rivet the Roof Gussets to the Roof Rails as shown.

Instructions

1. Ensure the 4 holes on the bottom of the Roof Side Rail are well aligned with the 2 holes on the bottom of the Roof End Rail and Roof Mounting Rail.
2. Using the ⅛” Blind Rivets, rivet the Roof End Rail to the Roof Side Rail as shown.
3. Repeat step Q2 for the Roof Mounting Rail.

Instructions

1. Ensure the 10 holes on the side and top of the Roof Side Rail are well aligned with the holes on the top of the Roof End Rail and Roof Mounting Rail.
2. Using the ⅛” Blind Rivets, rivet the Roof End Rail to the Roof Side Rail as shown.
3. Repeat step R2 for the Roof Mounting Rail.

Instructions

1. Ensure the top holes on the Roof Rail Supports are aligned with the corresponding holes in the Roof Side Rails.
2. Using the ⅛” Blind Rivets, rivet both Roof Rail Supports to the Roof Side Rails as shown.

Instructions

1. Ensure the rivet slots in the bottom of the Roof End Rail align with the rivet holes in Panel A.
2. Using the ⅛” Blind Rivets, rivet Panel A to the Roof End Rail as shown.

Instructions

1. Starting at the top of Panel C, use a ⅛” drill bit to bore a hole through the Roof Side Rails.
2. Repeat this step for the remaining 17 pilot holes in Panels A, B and C to allow the panels to be riveted to the Roof Side Rails.

Instructions

1. Ensure the rivet slots in the bottom of the Roof Side Rails align with the drilled rivet holes in Panel A, Panel B, and Panel C, and the rivet holes in the Roof Rail Supports.
2. Using the ⅛” Blind Rivets, rivet Panels A, B and C to the Roof Side Rail and Roof Rail Support as shown.

Instructions

1. Using the M6 button head screws, bolt the Roof Stanchions to the rivet nuts on the lower enclosure as shown.

Instructions

1. Before performing the following steps ensure you have a secure method of lifting, and holding the Roof Assembly for installation. To manually lift and install the Roof Assembly, a minimum of 3 people is recommended. Once the roof is in place, it will need to be bolted to the stanchions and garage while continuing to be held in place. As such, it is recommended to have the required 14x M6 screws and 4mm Hex Key set aside for immediate installation in instruction set C and D.
2. Orient the Roof Assembly with the vertical flange facing down and the horizontal rivet nuts in the Roof Mounting Rail facing towards the Garage and lower the Roof Assembly onto the four Roof Stanchions as shown.

Instructions

1. While continuing to support the Roof Assembly, align the slots in the top of the Roof Stanchions, with the corresponding rivet nuts in the Roof Assembly.
2. Using the M6 button head screws, loosely bolt each of the four Roof Stanchions to the Roof Assembly. These bolts will be tightened later in section 6 step D3.

Instructions

1. While continuing to support the Roof Assembly, align the slots in the top of the Garage, with the corresponding rivet nuts in the Roof Assembly.
2. Using the M6 button head screws, loosely bolt Garage to the Roof Assembly. These bolts will be tightened later in section 6 step C5.

Instructions

1. Remove extra stanchion provided for assembly help.
2. Remove the stanchion colored green for 8 foot loading access. The pink stanchion must be used for supporting the roof. This is the most common setup for material loading.
3. If 4 foot loading is desired, least common option, remove the pink stanchion while the green stanchion will remain to support the roof.

Instructions

1. Bolt the Countersunk Magnets onto the rear flange of the Roof Assembly as shown. Hold the nut with one hand or 7mm combination wrench and tighten the flat head screw until the assembly is just hand tight. Excessive tightening can cause the Countersunk Magnet to crack.

Instructions

1. Bolt the Countersunk Magnets onto the side flange of the Roof Assembly as shown. Hold the nut with one hand or 7mm combination and tighten the flat head screw until the assembly is just hand tight. Excessive tightening can cause the Countersunk Magnet to crack.

Instructions

1. Bolt the Countersunk Magnets onto the front flange of the Roof Assembly as shown. Hold the nut with one hand or 7mm combination wrench and tighten the flat head screw until the assembly is just hand tight. Excessive tightening can cause the Countersunk Magnet to crack.

Instructions

1. Bolt the Countersunk Magnets onto the front flange of the Garage as shown. Hold the nut with one hand or 7mm combination wrench and tighten the flat head screw until the assembly is just hand tight. Excessive tightening can cause the Countersunk Magnet to crack.

Instructions

1. Loosen the two M6 screws at the base of each Roof Stanchion.
2. Ensure the M6 screws securing the the Roof Stanchions to the Roof Assembly and securing the Garage to the Roof Assembly are also still loose( about a quarter turn from hand tight) from Section 4.

Instructions

1. Use a measuring tape or ruler to locate the Small Door, with a width of approximately 30”.
2. Grip the sides of the Small Door and orient it vertically, with the rivet nuts facing down and the door handle facing towards you.
3. Tilt the Small Door slightly, such that rivets nuts move away from you.
4. Align the rivet nuts with the slots on the left hand side of the short side of the enclosure.
5. Insert the rivet nuts into the enclosure slots, adjust your grip to hold the door by the recessed handle, and slowly tilt the door back to vertical, until the magnets snap it firmly in place.
6. If necessary, slide the far side Roof Stanchion left or right to allow for installation of the Small Door with minimum gaps.
7. Repeat steps F1-F6 for the Large Door, which should measure 36” in width.

Instructions

1. Use a measuring tape or ruler to locate one Small Door, with a width of approximately 30”, and two Medium Doors, with a width of approximately 35.25”.
2. Install the Medium and Small Doors onto the rear side of the enclosure, aligning the enclosure slots and door positioning rivet nuts as shown in Steps F1-F5.
3. Adjust the Roof Stanchions left and right as necessary to ensure all doors fit with minimum gaps.

Instructions

1. Use a measuring tape or ruler to locate three Medium Doors, with a width of approximately 35.25”.
2. Install the Medium Doors onto the front side of the enclosure, aligning the enclosure slots and door positioning rivet nuts as shown in Steps F1-F5.
3. Adjust the Roof Stanchions as necessary to ensure all doors fit with minimum gaps.

Instructions

1. With the help of a second person, install the Garage doors onto the side of the enclosure, aligning the enclosure slots and door positioning rivet nuts as shown in Steps F1-F5.

Instructions

1. Loosen the 4 bolts securing the Garage to the Lower Enclosure.

Instructions

1. With the Small and Large Doors installed at the end of the enclosure, rest the lower third of the straight edge against the side of the Lower Enclosure. Observe how the gap between the straight edge and the Small Door changes as you move from the base of the door upwards and use this to determine if the door is tilted outwards or inwards.
2. Correct any tilt in the Small Door by shifting the closest corner of the roof forward or backward as shown above.
3. Re-check the angle of the Small Door and repeat step B2 until the near edge of the door is satisfactorily square.
4. Repeat steps B1-B3 for the Large Door and it’s closest roof corner.
5. Tighten the 4 M6 screws securing the Garage to the Lower Enclosure.

Instructions

1. With the Medium Doors installed in the front and back of the enclosure, rest the lower third of the straight edge against the front of the Lower Enclosure. Observe how the gap between the straight edge and the Medium Door changes as you move from the base of the door upwards and use this to determine if the door is tilted outwards or inwards.
2. Repeat step C1 with the Medium Doors installed in the back of the enclosure.
3. Correct any tilt in the Medium Doors by shifting the roof as shown above.
4. Re-check the angle of the Medium Doors and repeat step C3 until the doors are satisfactorily square.
5. Tighten the eight M6 screws securing the Roof Assembly to the Garage.

Instructions

1. With all Doors installed, walk around the enclosure and observe any significant gaps between the Doors, Roof Stanchions and Garage.
2. Shift the Doors and Roof Stanchions as necessary to close any gaps.
3. Tighten the twelve M6 screws securing the Roof Stanchions to the Lower Enclosure and Roof Assembly.
4. Verify all doors have minimal to no gap and make any final, necessary adjustments. This completes the enclosure installation.

Instructions

1. Locate the Touchscreen Pivot Bracket that came with your machine.
2. Using the hardware shown, secure the pivot bracket to the enclosure’s rivet nuts located above the monitor that came standard with your Apollo.
3. Using 4 button head cap screws, install into the unused rivet nuts to cover the enclosure holes.

Instructions

1. Locate the PC Adapter Plate and the Control PC that came with your machine.
2. Using the M3 Socket Head Cap Screws, attach the Control PC to the PC Adapter Plate as shown.

Instructions

1. Using the M3 Socket Head Cap Screws and nuts , attach the Control PC to the Touchscreen Vesa Mount as shown.

Instructions

1. Locate the 21.5” Touchscreen and the Control PC that came with your machine.
2. Using the hardware shown, attach the 21.5” Touchscreen to the Touchscreen Vesa Mount as shown.

Instructions

1. Using the hardware shown, attach the Touchscreen Assembly to the Touchscreen Pivot Bracket as shown. Leave the bolts only hand tight to allow for adjustment of the Touchscreen Assembly.
2. Adjust the Touchscreen Assembly to its desired angle and tighten the bolts to lock it in place.

Instructions

1. Using the panel mount interconnect shown, plug in one side of the USB-A to USB-A cable (GREEN) into the interconnect and the other side into the Control PC attached to the lower monitor bracket.
2. Using the provided HDMI to HDMI cord (PINK), connect the Control PC to the second monitor above.

Instructions

1. Locate the Cart, Base and Cart, End panels.
2. Using the ⅛” Blind Rivets, rivet the Cart, Base to the Cart, End panels as shown. Ensure the hem of the Cart, Base is correctly oriented.

Instructions

1. Locate the Cart, Side panels.
2. Using the ⅛” Blind Rivets, rivet the Cart, Side panels to the Cart, Base as shown.

Instructions

1. Locate the Edge Mount Bracket Casters.
2. Using the ⅛” Blind Rivets, rivet the Edge Mount Bracket Casters panels to the Cart, Sides as shown.

Instructions

1. Locate the Assembly, Cart Handle, and the Cushioned Round Grip.
2. Slide the Cushioned Round Grip on to the Assembly, Cart Handle as shown.

Instructions

1. Bolt the Assembly, Cart Handle to the cart as shown

Instructions

1. Slide the Cart Assembly between the guiding flanges at the bottom of the cut bed until it makes contact with the stop plate mounted to the back of the cut bed.
2. This concludes the Part Retrieval Cart assembly guide.

Instructions

1. In order to plug in the water chiller, you will need to purchase a NEMA 6-50 Plug from a local hardware store and wire it correctly.
   ELECTRICAL SHOCK
   WARNING

   Install and maintain all electrical components in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NEC). If you have limited electrical knowledge/experience, hire a certified electrician to perform any and all electrical work.
2. Next, locate the power input on the chiller and remove the plastic cover.
3. Wire the black wire to L, the white wire to N, and the Green wire to PE.
4. Re-install the plastic cover over the power input.
5. Once wired, leave the machine unplugged until ready to operate the Apollo.

Instructions

1. Locate the fill port on the back of the chiller and remove the cap.
2. Using distilled water, fill the water chiller’s reservoir until the water level of the tank reads full as indicated by the meter.
   NOTE

   The use of any water besides distilled water or highly purified water can/will damage your water chiller. Langmuir Systems is not responsible for improper use of the water chiller and any damage as a result is not covered by your Apollo’s warranty.
3. Replace the fill cap on the unit.

Instructions

1. Locate the Apollo Hook-up Kit or the separately purchased tubing and fittings required to connect the water chiller to the Apollo CNC Fiber Laser.
2. Using the ½” - 12mm OD Tube Push-to-connect fittings, secure the fitting to the ports of the water chiller labeled “Inlet (L)” and “Outlet (L).” Apply thread sealant/teflon tape to the threads.
   NOTE

   For application of thread sealant, we recommend 2-3 revolutions around the threading to provide a good seal.
3. Repeat step C2 for the ½” - 10mm fitting on the ports labeled “Inlet (H)” and Outlet (H).”
4. Using the provided images, connect the chiller to Apollo. The inlet ports of the chiller will connect to the “in” ports of the Apollo and vice versa for the outlet and “out” ports.
   NOTE

   As a rule of thumb, we recommend keeping the chiller and gas bottles a minimum of 3 feet away from the Apollo. If desired, you may cut away unused tubing. Be sure to make a single square cut to ensure a secure seal once the tubing is installed in the push-to-connect fittings.

Instructions

1. Before turning on the chiller, it is important to check that all chiller line fittings are seated and well sealed.
2. Locate the fittings shown and ensure the tubing is fully seated in the push-to-connect fittings.
   NOTE

   It is recommended to have a second person present for the following step.
3. Position yourself or another individual at the push-to-connect fittings around the laser head with a towel or cup to prevent water spillage in the event the fittings do not have a proper seal.
4. Turn on the water chiller and allow the water to push through the lines up to your laser head. If any water begins to leak, especially around the laser head, turn the chiller off and check the seals/tubing of your water lines.
5. If no leaks are present, your water chiller is successfully installed.

Instructions

1. Before connecting any cutting gas to the Apollo, gas cylinders should and must be stored in a safe position and secured to an upright structure for proper storage. Determine where Apollo will be in your shop, and place the gas cylinders accordingly, accounting for 3 feet of clearance between the cylinders and the machine.

Instructions

1. Locate the Apollo Hook-up Kit or the components you sourced yourself.
2. Connect the Oxygen Flashback Arrestor to the outlet port of the oxygen regulator.
3. Next, connect the 37 Degree flared fitting to the end of the flashback arrestor.
4. Lastly, connect one of the ¼” - 10mm Straight Push-to-connect fittings to the previously installed flared fitting.
5. With the Oxygen cylinder valve closed, connect the regulator assembly to the bottle.

Instructions

1. Locate the Apollo Hook-up Kit or the components you sourced yourself.
2. Connect the ¼” - 10mm straight push-to-connect to the outlet port of the Nitrogen regulator.
3. With the nitrogen cylinder valve closed, connect the Nitrogen regulator assembly to the Nitrogen Cylinders

Instructions

1. Locate the 50ft - 10mm OD x 8mm ID Hard Nylon Tubing that came with your Hook-up kit or that you purchased separately.
2. Connect one end of the tubing to the push-to-connect fitting located on the oxygen bottle. If necessary, you may need to cut the tubing square for a proper seal.
3. NOTE

   As a rule of thumb, we recommend keeping the chiller and gas bottles a minimum of 3 feet away from the Apollo. If desired, you may cut away unused tubing. Be sure to make a single square cut to ensure a secure seal once the tubing is installed in the push-to-connect fittings.
4. If not done already, ensure the oxygen bottle is located safely away from the Apollo and where you plan to store the bottle during machine operation.
5. Determine the appropriate length of tubing necessary to reach the port labeled “O2” on the Apollo without adding any sharp bends or unnecessary tension to the tubing. Cut the end of the tube square to ensure a proper seal.
6. Connect the end of the tube to the oxygen port.
7. With the remaining length of tube, repeat steps D1-D5 for your nitrogen gas if needed, being sure to use the port on Apollo labeled “N2”

Instructions

1. Using the oxygen cylinder, open the valve on the top of the bottle until the regulator dial reads 100 psi.
2. Listen carefully around the Apollo for any signs of a gas leak. If a leak is present, return to the cylinder and close the valve, turning off the oxygen supply.
3. Check any and all oxygen fittings starting from the regulator and working your way to the Apollo’s gas management system.
   NOTE

   To easily locate a gas leak in the gas system, you may mix soap and water together in a spray bottle and spray down the tubing connection points. If any bubbles arise from the soapy water, this indicates a leak that needs to be addressed.
4. Once all oxygen connections are secured and verified to not be leaking, repeat steps E1-E3 for the high pressure/ Nitrogen side of the gas system.

Instructions

1. Locate the Apollo Power Cord that came with your unit.
2. Using the power receptacle on the back of the machine, plug the power cord into unit.
3. Plug the cord into your available 240V Outlet.

Instructions

1. With the E-stop deactivated and the power on, navigate to the screen of your apollo unit and open LaserControl.
2. If needed, update the LaserControl Software and any necessary drivers by following on screen prompts as needed.
3. At this point in the setup, we recommend becoming familiar with LaserControl for best results with your cutting. See our software overview guide Here →

Instructions

1. Locate the Y-axis limit switches located on the garage side of the unit.
2. When actuated, LaserControl will indicate the switches have been triggered by indicating green in the limit switch area.
3. With the assistance of a second person, have one individual actuate the switches while the other monitors LaserControl.
4. Verify that both Y-Axis switches indicate properly inside laser control.
5. Using LaserControl, slowly jog the gantry back towards the Y-axis limit switches until the limit switch stop screws in the gantry uprights are almost touching the arms of the Y-Axis limit switches.
6. Step the gantry into the limit switches using 0.001” increments until one or both limit switches trigger.
7. If only one limit switch triggers, adjust the limit switch stop screw and jam nut on the un-triggered limit switch such that it is just barely triggered, and jog the gantry away from the Y-Axis limit switches.
8. Repeat steps B5-B7 until both limit switches trigger at the same time. Tighten the jam nuts securing both limit switch stop screws to ensure they remain in place.

Instructions

1. Locate the Z-Axis limit switch on thtel:8335264797e Apollo’s Gantry.
2. Repeat Steps B2-B4 for the Ztel:8335264797-Axis Limit Switch

Instructions

1. Locate the X-Axis limit switch on thtel:8335264797e Apollo’s Gantry.
2. Repeat Steps B2-B4 for the Xtel:8335264797-Axis Limit Switch

Instructions

1. The last limit switches to test are the dotel:8335264797or limit switches.
2. Locate the limit switch under each door panel of the Atel:8335264797pollo’s Enclosure.
3. Install each door into the enclosure such that each limit stel:8335264797witch is actuated.
4. Once every switch is actuated, verify that LaserControl has indicated green, verifying that the switches are perfotel:8335264797rming as expected.
5. If LaserControl does not indicate green, check each switch to ensure they are properly activated. If issues still occur, contact our technical support hotline at (833) 526 - 4797

Instructions

1. With the limit switches properly adjusted and validated to be working, run the homing sequence to ensure the gantry is square.

Instructions

1. Locate the Camera with Mount that came with your add-on kit
2. Select one of the 4 corner braces located on the roof of the Apollo enclosure to mount the camera to. We recommend mounting the camera on the operator side at the far end of the enclosure for best viewing results.
3. Mount the camera to the desired clearance hole using the fastener provided.

Instructions

1. Locate the Camera with Mount that came with your add-on kit
2. Select one of the 4 corner braces located on the roof of the Apollo enclosure to mount the camera to. We recommend mounting the camera on the operator side at the far end of the enclosure for best viewing results.
3. Mount the camera to the desired clearance hole using the fastener provided.

Instructions

Instructions

1. Using Isopropyl Alcohol and a microfiber cloth, wipe down the inner perimeter of the roof where you plan to run the camera’s cable.
2. Using the provided cable management, Attach the Adhesive Backed Cable Tie Mount along the inside perimeter of the enclosure roof.
   NOTE

   We recommend waiting a minimum of 10 minutes before securing the cables to the adhesive mounts to allow for proper adhesion.
3. Secure the cable to the cable tie mounts using the provided Cable ties.
4. The USB Camera should be routed on the operator side and the light should be routed on the opposite side.

Instructions

1. Place the remaining Adhesive Backed Cable Tie Mount in the location shown.
2. Do not secure the camera or light cables to these mounts at this time.

Instructions

1. If installed, locate the monitor that came standard with your Apollo and locate the articulation adjustment screws shown.
2. Using a 4mm Hex Key, loosen the bolts such that the monitor can freely rotate into its down position.
3. If needed, unplug any cables to allow for easy removal of the screen.

Instructions

1. While being sure to support the monitor, unscrew the articulation point bolts and remove them so that you can easily pull the monitor off the enclosure.
   NOTE

   It may be necessary to have another person support the screen while you remove the nuts and bolts securing it in place.
2. Set the monitor aside for now.

Instructions

1. With the monitor removed, use the existing mounting bracket and a ruler/measuring tape to mark a point approximately 1.5” above the bracket and 2.5” from the back of the enclosure.
2. Using a center punch, mark the location of the center point
   Safety Glasses
   WARNING

   It is recommended to wear safety glasses as PPE during this step.
3. With a 24mm Hole saw bit, bore a hole through the enclosure as shown at the center punch location.
4. If significant burrs are present, use a deburring knife to remove them.

Instructions

1. Locate the USB Panel Mount Interconnect that came with your kit.
2. Remove the securing nut on the back of the interconnect.
3. Fasten the USB Panel Mount Interconnect into the hole and secure in place with the nut.
4. Plug the Male-USB of the camera cable into the installed interconnect on the inside of the enclosure.

Instructions

1. Locate the 21.5” Touchscreen and Touchscreen Vesa Mount that arrived with your kit.
2. Using the hardware provided in the touchscreen packaging, secure the Touchscreen Vesa Mount to the back of the monito as shown.

Instructions

1. Locate the Touchscreen Pivot Bracket that came with your kit.
2. Using the hardware shown, secure the pivot bracket to the enclosure’s rivet nuts located above the monitor that came standard with your Apollo.

Instructions

1. Using the fasteners shown, install the second monitor onto the installed pivot bracket.
2. Repeat step C1 for the previously removed monitor directly below.

Instructions

1. Using the newly installed panel mount interconnect, plug in one side of the USB-A to USB-A cable (GREEN) into the interconnect and the other side into the PC attached to the lower monitor bracket.
2. Using the provided Display Port to HDMI cord (PINK), connect the PC to the second monitor above.

Instructions

1. Following the mirrored cable management path as the camera USB cable, the light cable will branch down into the electrical cabinet for final installation.
   NOTE

   It is recommended to jog the Apollo’s gantry to the home position to visualize potential hook points for unmanaged wires. Once familiar with these points, you may move the gantry away to continue routing your light cable, being sure to avoid any hook points.
2. Route the remaining light cable down the wall in which your monitors are mounted into the corner panel of your Apollo’s lower enclosure.
   WARNING

   ELECTRICAL SHOCK
3. Using the final cable tie mount from step 3, route the remaining cable towards the electrical cabinet, passing through the grommeted cutout.
   NOTE

   It may be necessary to remove the electrical cabinet’s cover to assist in routing the light cable.

Instructions

1. If not removed already, remove both panels covering the electrical cabinet of your Apollo.
2. Locate the three terminal blocks on the left hand side of the cabinet. From left to right, the terminal blocks are TB-L1, TB-L2, and Neutral (TB-N).
3. Following the cable path shown, route the light cable across the enclosure to the terminal blocks.
4. The outer sheath of the light cable may need to be stripped back further to allow enough wire length to connect the light to the terminal blocks.

Instructions

1. Remove the plastic covers from the terminal blocks.
2. On each terminal Block, locate an open terminal and back out the screw.
3. Wire the 10W Light cable as shown ensuring the proper wire is connected to the proper terminal block.
4. Return the plastic covers back to the terminal blocks and re-install the cover for the electrical cabinet.
5. Power on the machine and verify that the light is operational by flipping the switch located along the wire’s cable.
6. You have completed the installation of the Light and Camera Kit.

Instructions

1. Locate the Enclosure Door, Medium with Cutout and the Laser Safety Glass.
2. Using the hardware shown, secure the laser safety glass to the door.
3. Repeat step A2 for all bolts and nuts.
4. Install the completed door onto your enclosure, replacing the Enclosure Door, Large that came with the standard upper enclosure.
5. Repeat steps A1-A4 for all doors purchased with laser safety glass.

Instructions

1. Locate the Material Transfer Balls that came with your add-on kit.
2. On the operator side of the machine, locate the threaded holes the run down the length of the curbed.
3. Install the transfer balls into the threaded holes until hand tight.

Instructions

1. Repeat the installation process outlined in A1-A3 for all remaining transfer balls.

Instructions

1. It is recommended to create a simple small part to use as a trial cut to dial in the cut parameters on the Apollo CNC Fiber Laser.
2. The file being used in this example is a simple 1 inch by 1 inch square with ⅛ inch corner rounds and a ½ inch hole in the center of the part.
3. Once your trial part is modeled, a .dxf file needs to be created.

Instructions

1. Import part to be cut into SheetCam.
2. Create a new Jet Cutting operation. Be sure to select the laser tool from the Tool drop down to process the file so the Apollo CNC Fiber Laser can execute the g-code properly.
   NOTE

   In this example, an outside offset with an arc lead in and no lead out was selected. Note the material thickness to be cut and enter the speed in the Jet Cutting Operation as Laser Control can use the speed from the SheetCam file or the material table in Laser Control.
3. Run the post processor and save the .tap file in a location that can be accessed by Laser Control.

Instructions

1. In the upper right hand corner of Laser Control, ensure that Laser Control and Motion Control are connected. If they are not connected, choose the boards in the drop down menus.
2. Using the icon highlighted with the green arrow, load the .tap file. Once loaded, an image of the cut file will be loaded in the upper window of Laser Control.

Instructions

1. If following these instructions your Laser Control screen should look like the image above at this point. If you are using your own file, your Laser Control screen should look similar but with your geometry loaded in the viewer window.

Instructions

1. Load a sheet of material onto the Apollo CNC Fiber Laser ensuring that it sits across the slata and does not tip or fall through. Note the material type and thickness as it will change the speed of cut, focal point, nozzle, gas type and gas pressure to be used.
2. Jog the laser head over the material to be cut ensuring the laser is not over any hole in the material, if applicable.

Instructions

1. Open the CHS Control tab by touching the slider widget to the right of the CHS Control text.
2. Home the CHS by clicking the Home CHS button. A status bar will appear showing the progress of CHS homing. CHS homing must be completed before proceeding to the next step.
   NOTE

   If using a manual focus head, skip Steps B3 & B4. Proceed to step B5.
   If using an autofocus head, proceed to step B3.
3. Open the AF Control tab by touching the slider widget to the right of the AF Control text.
4. Home the AF by clicking the Home AF button and wait for homing to be completed.
5. Close both the CHS Control and AF Control tab(s).

Instructions

1. Open the Material Properties tab by touching the slider widget to the right of the Material Property text.
2. Click on the green “new” button. A material properties pop up window will appear.
3. Fill out the material properties window. In this example, 11 gauge carbon steel is being used and the default material properties are below:

   Section	Parameter	Value
   General	Gas Type	O2
   	Gas Pressure	11 PSI
   	Focus Point	5.0 mm
   	Power	1500 W
   Pierce	Duty Cycle	100 %
   	Pulse Frequency	5000 Hz
   	Air Delay After Pierce	0 ms
   Cut	Power	1500 W
   	Duty Cycle	100 %
   	Pulse Frequency	5000 Hz
   	Cut Speed	120 IPM
   	Cut Height	0.031 in
   	Lift Height	2.000 in
   	Laser-on Delay	0 ms
   	Corner Power Mod.	OFF
   Pierce 1	Pierce Time	200 ms
   	Pierce Height	0.050 in
   	Kerf Width	0.015 in
   Pierce 2	Status	OFF

4. Name the material property and click the save button
5. Click the blue “load” button
6. Ensure the proper nozzle is installed. If a nozzle change is needed, unscrew the nozzle by turning the nozzle counterclockwise to remove it from the laser head. Locate the desired nozzle and install by turning the nozzle clockwise.
   NOTE

   The Apollo CNC Fiber Laser shipps with a Double 1.5mm from the factory. If this nozzle is going to be used, please remove the blue protective tape from the bottom of the nozzle.
   Future nozzle changes need to be performed with caution as the nozzle will become hot with use. Ensure that the nozzle has had proper time to cool off prior to touching or removing the nozzle.
7. If using a manual focus head Proceed to Step B. If using an autofocus head proceed to Step C.

Instructions

1. Loosen the locknut labeled B1 by rotating it counterclockwise.
2. Adjust the focal distance by rotating the knob (inner disk) labeled B2 so the indicator line aligns with the desired marking on the scale.
3. Once the focus position is properly set, tighten the locknut labeled B1 by rotating it clockwise.

Instructions

1. Confirm the position of the laser is over the material to be cut.
2. Zero both the X and Y axis by clicking the zero buttons by the X and Y axis position in the upper right hand corner of the Laser Control window. The crosshairs will now be the X 0.000 and Y 0.000 work location.
3. Jog the machine in both the X direction and Y direction noting the laser location over the sheet and the graphical display to ensure the profile will be cut from a solid piece of material.
4. Once the profile has been confirmed, under the Go To box, ensure that X and Y are both set to 0.000, click the Jog button to return back to the work zero location.
5. In the upper left hand corner of Laser Control, select the Dry run button. This will run the program without firing the laser.
6. Click the start button to run the program and note the laser position and speed while performing the dry run. This is done to ensure that the machine moves as intended in the area intended to be cut.
7. Repeat the above steps to adjust the cut location or speeds as needed.
8. Once the desired location and speed has been achieved, click the Dry Run button again to deactivate.

Instructions

1. Turn on the appropriate gas source and set the pressure at the regulator on the gas bottle. In this example, Oxygen is required and will be turned on.
   • The Oxygen system, if used, should be set between 50 psi and 75 psi. The final pressure is set by a valve in the Apollo gas system.
   • The Nitrogen system, if used, needs to be set at the regulator per the cut chart.
   • If shop air is being used, it is connected through the Nitrogen port and the air pressure needs to be set by a regulator in your air system.
2. Turn on the chiller and let the temperature stabilize. While performing the next steps this should be completed.
3. On Laser Control, Click the Burst Gas button in the upper left hand corner. You should hear and feel the gas being pushed through the nozzle. This is a purge step to ensure the assist gas is present when making the first cut.
4. Replace any doors that were removed to load material, change nozzle or to set part placement.
5. If Installed, ensure ventilation equipment is powered on and actively cycling air.
6. Locate the Laser Ignition Key provided in the hardware box.
7. Turn the key on the Apollo CNC Fiber Laser to the ON position.
   WARNING

   PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
   NOTE

   Class 4 lasers produce radiation at a level that can cause blindness without proper protective equipment. Before continuing, make sure that correct PPE is available and being worn at all times.
8. Ensuring that proper PPE is being utilized, press the START button on the laser source. A red ring LED will light up around the START button. This arms the laser system and is the last step to be performed before firing the laser.

Instructions

1. In Laser Control press the green START button.
2. Once the part is cut, if smaller than the slats can support, retrieve the part from the wagon.
3. Analyze the cut quality and make adjustments to the speed, focal point and/or gas pressure to achieve the cut quality desired.
4. Record the cut parameters that produced an acceptable cut for a starting point for future cuts.

Instructions

1. Turn off any gas supply to the Apollo CNC Fiber Laser.
2. Turn off the main power to the Apollo CNC Fiber Laser. This will also turn off the laser source.
3. Turn off the fume extractor, if using a fume extraction fan.
4. Turn off the CPU. Power down the CPU by shutting down in the start menu.
5. Turn off the chiller.
6. Inspect the area under the Apollo CNC Fiber Laser to ensure no chiller leaks are present. If a leak is found, ensure the push to connect fitting is securely connected or replace damaged tubing.
7. Empty debris from the part retrieval wagon. Laser cutting produces debris in the form of slugs and dust. By keeping the wagon clean, part retrieval is easier and will not foul magnets or other part retrieval tools as quickly.