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Preface: This article covers how to swap a motor on a Thunder Laser Nova series machine. The information in this article can be used when swapping X to Y motor positions or when replacing a worn out motor with a new motor.
Always disconnect the main power from the machine before doing any repairs. maintenance, etc...
General Motor Locations:
Tools Needed:
3mm Allen Key2.5mm Allen Key (For X axis Jack Bolt)Snips (For Zip Ties)
X AXIS:
A) 4 mount screws secure the motor
B) Belt tension adjustment jack bolt (must loosen the 4 mount screws first) Clockwise = More Tension, Counter Clockwise = less tension
Y Axis:
A) 3 Adjustment screwsB) Belt tension adjustment jack bolt (must loosen the 3 adjustment screws first) Clockwise = More Tension, Counter Clockwise = less tension
C) 4 mount screws secure the motor
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