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Marking/etching procedure
Marking/etching
Select AC mode (alternating current) for electrolytic marking (black).
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Select DC mode (direct current) for electrolytic etching (white).
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With a MINI SURFOX
1. Connect the marking/etching wand to the marking/etching outlet on the
front panel.
2. Turn the selector knob to the marking/etching wand icon.
3. In the marking/etching section of the unit, select the proper mode; AC
(marking) or DC (etching) mode. Ensure the work piece is grounded.
Note: Voltage is already preset at 12 volts when marking/etching.
With a SURFOX 104
1. Connect the marking wand to the marking outlet on the front panel.
2. Press the ON button on the cleaning wand to power on the marking wand.
Ensure the work piece is grounded.
Note: Only the marking option is available with the SURFOX 104 unit. The
marking outlet is preset to AC mode. White etching is not possible with the
SURFOX 104 unit.
With a SURFOX 204
1. Connect the marking wand to the marking/etching outlet on the front panel.
2. Turn the selector knob to the marking/etching wand icon. When this mode
is selected, it automatically cuts the power to the hand wand, stops the
solution pump and the fume elimination system (if connected) from
operating. Only power is provided to the mini wand and the marking/etching
wand outlet. Ensure the work piece is grounded
3. Turn the selector knob to the marking/etching wand icon
4. In the marking/etching section of the unit, select the proper mode; AC or DC
mode.
Note: Voltage is already preset at 12 volts when marking/etching.
Warning: Ensure the SURFOX machine is turned off while proceeding to these
steps in order to avoid black marks on the part(s) to be marked.
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