Applies to: NOVA 10, NOVA 14 and NOVA 16
Read these guidelines through fully before you unbox and set up your machine.
Stop: Before you begin, inspect the crate for damage. The time to report shipping damage is now. There is no recourse if damage is reported several days later. See Laser Delivery for how to inspect the crate and report damage.
Uncrate your machine
In this step-by-step tutorial, Emily Caroline guides you through uncrating an AEON NOVA CO2 laser. Whether you are experienced with laser cutters or just starting out, the video helps the unboxing go smoothly.
What you need
- Pry bar
- 4 wooden dowels
- Protective gloves
What the video covers
- Unboxing and inspecting the package
- Removing the protective packaging
- Handling the laser components safely
- Adding the wheels
- Securing the laser on a stable surface
Set up your machine
What you need
- Phillips head screwdriver
- Cutting tool
- Machine panel key
- Machine ignition key
- Machine power cord
- Exhaust hose
- Hose clamps
- 2 gallons of distilled water
Check the alignment
More often than not, the laser keeps the alignment done at AEON Laser USA. We highly recommend that you simply follow the alignment video below without making any adjustments.
If you feel something is off, email support with photos of each burn mark. Our support team will compare them with the photos we took before shipping.
Run your first engrave
Set up LightBurn
See the LightBurn documentation to get started.
These are suggestions. AEON Laser USA is not responsible for any damage or injury that may occur from moving the machine.
Need a hand?
Email support@aeonlaser.us or call 321-260-2325. More ways to reach us are on the Support page.