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 Key

2.5mm Allen Key (For X axis Jack Bolt)

Snips (For Zip Ties)

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

Removal	Installation

A) 3 Adjustment screws

B) 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

Removal	Installation