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&RQWHQWV 1 About This Guide Using This Guide For More Information Terms Used in This Guide 1-2 1-2 1-3 2 Safety Safety Features Symbols and Warning Labels Safety Guidelines Printer Installation Printer Operation UV Radiation Printer Maintenance Model and Support Materials UV Lamps First Aid for Working with Printing Materials Contact with Skin Contact with Eyes Ingestion Inhalation Waste Disposal 2-2 2-3 2-4 2-4 2-4 2-4 2-5 2-5 2-6 2-7 2-7 2-7 2-7 2-8 2-8 3 Introducing the Stratasys J8 Series 3D Printer
Advanced Settings 4-20 Keeping the Printer in Idle Mode 4-24 Shutting Down the Printer 4-25 4-28 Maintaining the Printer Routine Maintenance Schedule 4-28 Maintenance Counters 4-29 UV Lamp Check 4-31 Pattern Test 4-31 Backing up the Printer Configuration 4-34 Improving Print Quality 4-34 Cleaning the Print Heads, Roller and Wiper 4-35 Cleaning the Roller Waste Collector and Inspecting the Roller Scraper 4-38 Replacing the Roller Scraper 4-41 Aligning the Print Heads 4-44 Cleaning the Print-Head Splash Shiel
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6WUDWDV\V - - $ERXW 7KLV *XLGH 8VLQJ 7KLV *XLGH This user guide provides instructions for installing, operating and maintaining J850/J835 3D printing systems. It explains how to use features, and provides practical examples to guide you as you use the system. The text and figures in this guide are based on the J8 Series 3D printer, software version 85.2.0.
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6WUDWDV\V - - 6DIHW\ 6DIHW\ )HDWXUHV Stratasys 3D printers are designed to comply with CE and FCC standards. They are equipped with the following safety features: Interlock Switch The power supplied to the UV lamp, the tray heater and the motion motors is turned off when the cover is opened. :DUQLQJ 'R QRW GHIHDW RYHUULGH WKH LQWHUORFN VZLWFK 'RLQJ VR FRXOG UHVXOW LQ VHULRXV SHUVRQDO LQMXU\ ,I WKH LQWHUORFN VZLWFK GRHV QRW IXQFWLRQ FRUUHFWO\ GR QRW XVH WKH SULQWHU DQG FRQWDFW \RXU VHUYLF
6WUDWDV\V - - 6DIHW\ Circuit Breaker The power to the printer is turned off in case of electrical overcurrent. Note: The circuit breaker is only accessible to service personnel. UV-Lamp Overheating Protection The power supplied to the UV lamp and the motion motors is turned off if the temperature around the lamp reaches 90°C (194°F). A label on the UV-lamp cover indicates if the temperature has exceeded 65°C (150°F).
6WUDWDV\V - - 6DIHW\ 6DIHW\ *XLGHOLQHV The following general guidelines, together with the instructions provided throughout this user guide, ensure user safety while operating and maintaining the system. If the system is not operated as specified, the user's safety may be compromised. 3ULQWHU ,QVWDOODWLRQ ➢ Installation and removal of the printer should only be done by qualified service personnel.
6WUDWDV\V - - 3ULQWHU 0DLQWHQDQFH 6DIHW\ ➢ Service operations should be performed only by qualified personnel who have been instructed in relevant safety precautions. ➢ Notify co-workers and those who have access to the printer before beginning non-routine and hazardous work. 5HSRUW DQ\ SRWHQWLDO GDQJHUV DQG VDIHW\ UHODWHG DFFLGHQWV WR \RXU VDIHW\ RIILFHU RU WR RWKHU DSSURSULDWH DXWKRULWLHV 0RGHO DQG 6XSSRUW 0DWHULDOV Model and Support materials are made of chemical substances.
6WUDWDV\V - - 89 /DPSV 6DIHW\ UV lamps used by the printer to cure printing materials contain a small amount of mercury. In the unlikely event of lamp breakage, avoid inhaling mercury vapor, and ventilate the room. If the lamp ruptures (breaks) during operation, leave the room and ventilate it thoroughly for about 30 minutes. Use protective gloves to prevent contact with mercury and other lamp components.
6WUDWDV\V - - 6DIHW\ )LUVW $LG IRU :RUNLQJ ZLWK 3ULQWLQJ 0DWHULDOV In general, try to avoid direct contact with uncured printing material. If skin or eyes come into contact with it, wash the area immediately and thoroughly with water, and follow these first-aid instructions. 7KH 0DWHULDO 6DIHW\ 'DWD 6KHHW 06'6 WKDW DFFRPSDQLHV SULQWLQJ PDWHULDOV FRQWDLQV LPSRUWDQW VDIHW\ LQIRUPDWLRQ .
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6WUDWDV\V - - ,QWURGXFLQJ WKH 6WUDWDV\V - 6HULHV ' 3ULQWHU J850/J835 printers offer the following options: • You can streamline and economize the process of producing models. ❒ Printing models made from different materials on the same build tray (“mixed tray”), in the same print job, eliminates the time-consuming need and expense of loading another material, flushing the system, and sending a separate job to be printed.
6WUDWDV\V - - ,QWURGXFLQJ WKH 6WUDWDV\V - 6HULHV ' 3ULQWHU :RUN &RQILJXUDWLRQV The Stratasys J8 Series 3D printing system can be set up as a single-station system or as a multi-station system. When connected to a local computer network, the system can serve multiple users. In such configurations, each user (client) prepares files for production. A software service, installed on the printer computer, processes jobs and controls the printing.
6WUDWDV\V - - ,QWURGXFLQJ WKH 6WUDWDV\V - 6HULHV ' 3ULQWHU 6RXUFH )LOHV J850/J835 printing systems produce three-dimensional models designed with most CAD tools and some other 3D applications. GrabCAD Print supports STL and, VRML files, and, in addition, native CAD formats from these programs: Creo, SOLIDWORKS, NX, CATIA and Inventor. To see the complete list of file formats supported by GrabCAD Print, go to: help.grabcad.com/print/file-formats.
6WUDWDV\V - - ,QWURGXFLQJ WKH 6WUDWDV\V - 6HULHV ' 3ULQWHU 3ULQWLQJ 0DWHULDOV J850/J835 printers produce models by jetting thin layers of printing materials on the build tray, until the complete model is formed. Two types of material are used in this process: • Model material—which makes up the finished model • Support material—which fills gaps and spaces in the model during printing, and is removed after printing )RU XS WR GDWH LQIRUPDWLRQ DERXW 3RO\-HW SULQWLQJ PDWHULDOV DQG WKHLU SURSHUWLHV
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2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU Starting the Printer Loading Model and Support Cartridges Producing Models Preparing the Printer Starting Printing Printer Interface Color Key Printing Indicators Resuming Production After Printing has Stopped Changing the Printing Material Changing Model Materials Without Flushing Advanced Settings Keeping the Printer in Idle Mode Shutting Down the Printer Maintaining the Printer Routine Maintenance Schedule Maintenance Counters UV Lamp Check Pattern Test Backing up
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6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU )LJXUH 7KH 6WUDWDV\V - 6HULHV ' 3ULQWHU 6WDUWLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU &DXWLRQ 'R QRW DWWHPSW WR RSHUDWH WKH SULQWHU EHIRUH EHLQJ WUDLQHG E\ D 6WUDWDV\V &XVWRPHU 6XSSRUW UHSUHVHQWDWLYH 2EVHUYH DOO VDIHW\ ZDUQLQJV DQG IROORZ WKH VDIHW\ JXLGHOLQHV GHVFULEHG LQ &KDSWHU 1. Turn on the main power switch, located at the back of the printer.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU )LJXUH 0DLQ SRZHU VZLWFK DQG FDEOH 2. After the printer-control computer boots, log in to Windows and launch the printer-control program: $ +$63 SOXJ FRQWDLQLQJ D YDOLG SURGXFW DFWLYDWLRQ NH\ LV UHTXLUHG RQ WKH SULQWHU FRPSXWHU 7KLV LV VXSSOLHG GXULQJ SULQWHU LQVWDOODWLRQ RU XSJUDGH ,I WKH DSSOLFDWLRQ GRHV QRW RSHQ DQG D +$63 PHVVDJH DSSHDUV FRQWDFW \RXU GHDOHU RU 6WUDWDV\V &XVWRPHU 6XSSRUW All monitoring and controlling of the prin
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU /RDGLQJ 0RGHO DQG 6XSSRUW &DUWULGJHV In High Mix / High Quality mode, J850/J835 printers use up to 14 cartridges of Model material and two cartridges of Support material, each weighing 4 kilograms when full. In Super High Speed mode, you can use four cartridges of Model material and four cartridges of Support material.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 3URGXFLQJ 0RGHOV Models can be printed after they are arranged on a virtual build tray in the GrabCAD Print application. For information about preparing model files for printing, see the GrabCAD Print online documentation. 3UHSDULQJ WKH 3ULQWHU Before beginning to produce models, it is recommended that you check the current printing quality of the print heads by performing a pattern test (see "Pattern Test" on page 4-31).
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU You can monitor printer status by switching the printer interface display. To do this, click the display toggle button on the printer interface screen. )LJXUH 3ULQWHU VWDWXV 6WDUWLQJ 3ULQWLQJ 7R EHJLQ SULQWLQJ ➢ On the printer interface, click the red button to switch the printer to online mode. The color of the button changes from red to green (see the figure on page 4-4).
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU printing, the printer interface indicates this (see "Printer Interface Color Key" below). 3ULQWHU ,QWHUIDFH &RORU .H\ The background colors in the printer indicator fields tell you at a glance whether or not the value or item is suitable or ready for printing. • Green—suitable/ready for printing For example, in Figure 4-4 on the previous page: ❒ Heads (°C)—The heads have reached the temperature required for printing models.
6WUDWDV\V - - 3ULQWLQJ ,QGLFDWRUV 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU The printer interface screen changes when you send a print job to the printer, if the printer is on line: • The mode changes from Pre-print to Printing. • The specific activity being performed is shown in the “current activity” field. • Current job-printing information is displayed. • The printing progress bar is displayed. • The Stop and Pause buttons are enabled.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 5HVXPLQJ 3URGXFWLRQ $IWHU 3ULQWLQJ KDV 6WRSSHG If the printing process is interrupted, the print manager stops sending slices to the printer. This can happen, for example, if the printing material runs out in the middle of a print job, and you do not replace the empty cartridge immediately. After the printer changes to Standby or Idle mode, you need to resume printing from the print manager in GrabCAD Print.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 4. In the job-preparation application, make sure that the correct slice number is entered in the dialog box. )LJXUH 6OLFH FRQILUPDWLRQ LQ *UDE&$' 3ULQW )LJXUH 3ULQWHU LQWHUIDFH DIWHU LQWHUUXSWHG SULQWLQJ 5. If, for any reason, the correct number does not appear in the dialog box, enter the number and click 2..
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU ,I \RX FDQQRW FRQWLQXH SULQWLQJ 1. Cancel the job in GrabCAD Print. In the Schedule screen: ❒ Right-click on the job to display the pop-up menu, and select &DQFHO MRE. OR— ❒ Left-click on the job to display the Job Status details, and click the Cancel icon . 2. Remove the partially printed model from the build tray. 3. Click to resend the job to the printer.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU &KDQJLQJ WKH 3ULQWLQJ 0DWHULDO Before producing models using a different type of printing material than is currently installed, run the Material Replacement wizard to flush the print block and feed tubes. $IWHU XVLQJ WKH ZL]DUG WR FKDQJH WKH 6XSSRUW PDWHULDO DQG FHUWDLQ 0RGHO PDWHULDOV +HDG 2SWLPL]DWLRQ LV UHTXLUHG EHIRUH SULQWLQJ PRGHOV
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 4. Choose the configuration for producing models: ❒ 7 Materials (High Mix / High Quality) ❒ 3 Materials (High Speed) ❒ Single Material (Super High Speed) )LJXUH 0DWHULDO 5HSODFHPHQW 2SWLRQV 7 Materials Each print head is loaded with two different materials. )LJXUH 6HYHQ 0RGHO PDWHULDOV ORDGHG LQ WKH SULQW KHDGV You can print with any single material, or with a combination of them.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 3 Materials Both sections of each print head are loaded with the same material. )LJXUH 7KUHH PDWHULDOV ORDGHG LQ WKH SULQW KHDGV Up to three Model materials are available, with high-speed printing. Single Material Both sections of two print heads are loaded with the same Model material—DraftGrey (RGD750). Both sections of two print heads are loaded with Support material.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 7. For Support material, select the number of cartridges to replace. ❒ In High Mix / High Quality and High Speed modes, you can print using one or two Support cartridges. ❒ In Super High Speed mode, at least two Support cartridges are required; you can print with up to four Support cartridges. 8.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 10. Click 1H[W to begin the material replacement process in the printer. The Cartridge Positioning screen appears, showing you the new location of all cartridges in the material cabinet. )LJXUH &DUWULGJH SODFHPHQW 6\PEROV The correct cartridge is in this slot. No cartridge (or the incorrect cartridge) is in this slot. The cartridge in this slot has insufficient weight to complete the material replacement process.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU the job preparation application is also updated, and it displays the new material(s). 15. Inspect the area around the purge unit and clean it, if necessary. %HIRUH SULQWLQJ PRGHOV \RX QHHG WR UXQ WKH +HDG 2SWLPL]DWLRQ ZL]DUG LQ WKHVH FDVHV DIWHU FKDQJLQJ WKH W\SH RI 6XSSRUW PDWHULDO 683 DIWHU UHSODFLQJ 9HUR ZLWK $%6 OLNH RU $JLOXV 0RGHO PDWHULDOV DQG WKH UHYHUVH 6HH 2SWLPL]LQJ &DOLEUDWLQJ 3ULQW +HDGV RQ SDJH &KDQJLQJ
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 3. When the Material Replacement Options screen opens, select the Replace materials without flushing check box and click 1H[W. )LJXUH 5HSODFH PDWHULDOV ZLWKRXW IOXVKLQJ 4. In the confirmation message that appears, click
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 5. In the Cartridge Positioning and Process Progression screen, click 6WDUW. )LJXUH &DUWULGJH 3RVLWLRQLQJ DQG 3URFHVV 3URJUHVVLRQ VFUHHQ 6. Read the Warning message that appears, and click 2. to continue. )LJXUH :DUQLQJ PHVVDJH Material replacement begins. $GYDQFHG 6HWWLQJV The Advanced Settings dialog box enables you to configure the Material Replacement wizard for special purposes.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 7R VHOHFW WKH VORWV IRU WKH FDUWULGJHV PDQXDOO\ 1. In the Material Replacement Options screen, click $GYDQFHG 6HWWLQJV. 2. In the Advanced Settings screen, select 0DQXDO VORW VHOHFWLRQ, and click $SSO\. )LJXUH 0DQXDO VORW VHOHFWLRQ 3. In the Material Replacement Options screen, %RWK FDUWULGJHV is selected for each position.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU When printing in High Speed mode (three materials), the same material is used in both sections of each print head. The material selected for one of the cartridge slots is also used in the other print head channel. )LJXUH 0DQXDO FDUWULGJH VHOHFWLRQ² 0RGHO 0DWHULDOV 4. After selecting the materials for the appropriate cartridge slots, the Cartridge Positioning screen appears.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU $GGLWLRQDO The flushing cycle you select in the Material Replacement Options screen )OXVKLQJ &\FOHV determines how thoroughly to flush out material currently in the system. After selecting the Economy cycle and completing the wizard, you might decide that you require a more thorough flushing, to ensure accurate model color. Or, you may notice that printed models are not satisfactory because they contain traces of the previous material.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU .HHSLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU LQ ,GOH 0RGH Between printing jobs, the printer can be left unused for up to one week. If the printer will not be used for more than a week, use the Shutdown wizard to automatically perform the procedures that must be done before turning off the printer (see "Shutting Down the Printer" on the next page).
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6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 3. Select the option corresponding to the length of time that the printer will not be used—less or more than 30 days. 1RWH %HIRUH VHOHFWLQJ 0RUH WKDQ GD\V PDNH VXUH WKDW FOHDQLQJ IOXLG FDUWULGJHV DUH DYDLODEOH )LJXUH 6KXWGRZQ RSWLRQV 4. In the next screen, verify that the tray is empty and click 1H[W. )LJXUH 7UD\ VWDWXV The shutdown procedure begins.
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6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU Performing routine maintenance tasks is essential for getting satisfactory results from J850/J835 printers. Perform the tasks at specified intervals. 5RXWLQH 0DLQWHQDQFH 6FKHGXOH )UHTXHQF\ 7DVN )RU 0RUH ,QIRUPDWLRQ %HIRUH SULQWLQJ &OHDQ WKH 89 ODPS OHQVHV %HIRUH DIWHU SULQWLQJ &KHFN WKH 89 ODPS RYHUKHDWLQJ LQGLFDWRU %HIRUH DIWHU SULQWLQJ 5RXWLQH FOHDQLQJ RI SULQW KHDGV UROOHU VXUIDFH ZLSHU
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6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU If there is a maintenance task due, this is indicated on the main interface screen. )LJXUH 0DLQWHQDQFH 5HTXLUHG LQGLFDWRU If this indicator appears, you can display the Maintenance Counters screen by clicking on it. )LJXUH 0DLQWHQDQFH &RXQWHUV VFUHHQ 7KH 0DLQWHQDQFH 5HTXLUHG LQGLFDWRU DSSHDUV E\ GHIDXOW IRU PRVW RSHUDWRU SHUIRUPHG PDLQWHQDQFH WDVNV 7KH FKHFN ER[ XQGHU ³8VHU :DUQLQJ´ FRQWUROV ZKHWKHU RU QRW LW DSSHDUV ZKHQ D S
6WUDWDV\V - - 89 /DPS &KHFN 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU A heat-sensitive label is fixed to the UV lamp covers as a warning against overheating. Its center changes from white to black if the temperature of the cover reaches 65°C (150°F). If this occurs, do not use the printer, and call your service provider. As a precaution, it is recommended that you check the label before and after printing.
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6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU The printer prints a series of lines on the test paper (see next figure). )LJXUH 6DPSOH 3DWWHUQ 7HVW 7. Carefully inspect the test paper to see if there are missing lines. Too many missing lines, especially if they are in the same area, indicates that the quality of printing when producing models will be poor. If this is the case, see "Improving Print Quality" on the next page. 1RWH $FFHSWDEOH PRGHO TXDOLW\ LV VXEMHFWLYH DQG GHSHQGV
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU %DFNLQJ XS WKH It is recommended that you periodically back up the printer's configuration 3ULQWHU files. In case of printer malfunction or the need to re-install the software on &RQILJXUDWLRQ the printer computer, parameters can be restored from the backup. The backup also saves the printer's log and the calibration and maintenance history. 7R EDFN XS WKH SULQWHU FRQILJXUDWLRQ ILOHV 1. From the Options menu, select &ROOHFW 6HUYLFH 'DWD.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU ,I WKH UHVXOWV RI WKH SDWWHUQ WHVW DUH VWLOO SRRU 1. Carefully clean the print heads again, making sure there is no residue left on them. 2. Perform the purge sequence. 3. Perform the pattern test. ,I WKH UHVXOWV RI WKH SDWWHUQ WHVW DUH VWLOO SRRU ➢ Optimize the print heads and replace faulty print heads, if necessary (see "Optimizing (Calibrating) Print Heads" on page 4-51).
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 3. Make sure that the build tray is clear (empty), and close the cover. Confirm this in the wizard screen and click 1H[W. )LJXUH 3UHSDUDWLRQ FKHFN The printer moves components to the cleaning position. 4. When the following screen appears, open the printer. )LJXUH :L]DUG VFUHHQ GXULQJ FOHDQLQJ WDVNV :DUQLQJ +RW 6XUIDFH 7KH SULQW KHDG RULILFH SODWHV ERWWRP VXUIDFH PD\ EH KRW 'R QRW WRXFK WKHP ZLWK \RXU EDUH KDQGV DQG SURFH
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 8. Clean the orifice plates, with a back-and-forth motion. Use the mirror to make sure that you have removed all of the residue material. )LJXUH &OHDQLQJ WKH KHDGV 2QFH D PRQWK UHPRYH DQG FOHDQ WKH SULQW KHDG VSODVK VKLHOG 6HH VWHS RQ SDJH 9. After cleaning the print heads, clean the entire roller surface, by rotating it as you clean. 10. Clean the glass lens on the UV lamps. 11.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 1RWH :KHQ UHWXUQLQJ WKH ZDVWH FROOHFWRU WR WKH SXUJH XQLW PDNH VXUH WR LQVHUW LW DV VKRZQ 13. Inspect the wiper. If the wiper is scratched, torn or worn, or if you cannot clean it completely, replace it. a. Grasp it and pull it up and out of its bracket. b. Insert the new wiper blade, making sure that it is straight and secured well on both sides. 14.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 3. Remove the right UV-lamp assembly: a. Disconnect the UV power cable and the fan power cable. )LJXUH 'LVFRQQHFWLQJ WKH ULJKW 89 DVVHPEO\ b. Remove the screw that secures the right UV lamp, and then pull and lift up the UV lamp. 4. Loosen the two screws securing the suction tube on the print block. )LJXUH /LIWLQJ WKH VXFWLRQ WXEH 5. Lift the suction tube to secure it in a raised position.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 6. Remove the two screws securing the covering of the roller waste collector and remove it. %H YHU\ FDUHIXO WR VDYH WKH FRYHULQJ VFUHZV 7KHVH DUH VSHFLDO VFUHZV LI WKH\ DUH ORVW \RX QHHG WR RUGHU UHSODFHPHQWV )LJXUH 5HPRYLQJ WKH UROOHU ZDVWH FROOHFWRU VFUHZV 7. Remove the covering by pulling it out, and then lower it. 8. Clean the roller waste collector and the scraper blade surface using cotton swabs.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 6. Before returning the roller waste collector to the print block, make sure that the pins are clean. )LJXUH 5ROOHU ZDVWH FROOHFWRU SLQV 7R UH DVVHPEOH WKH FRPSRQHQWV 1. Return the roller waste collector to the print block and screw on the covering (see Figure 4-46 on the previous page). 2. Loosen the screws securing the suction tube. )LJXUH 3RVLWLRQLQJ WKH VXFWLRQ WXEH 3.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 7R UHSODFH WKH UROOHU VFUDSHU 1. Prepare— ❒ a new roller scraper blade ❒ a Phillips 1x75 mm screwdriver ❒ a 2.5-mm and a 2-mm hex (Allen) key 2. Remove the right UV lamp and the roller waste collector covering (see steps 3 to 6 on page 4-39). 3. Loosen the two screws securing the roller waste collector and pull it out. )LJXUH 5HPRYLQJ WKH UROOHU ZDVWH FROOHFWRU 4. Remove the screws that secure the roller scraper assembly.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU )LJXUH 5HPRYLQJ WKH ROG UROOHU VFUDSHU EODGH 6. Place the new scraper blade onto the pins in the holder, as shown.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 7. Insert and tighten the roller scraper blade screws. ,PSRUWDQW 7LJKWHQ WKH VFUHZV LQ WKH RUGHU VKRZQ LQ )LJXUH 8VH WKH QHZ VFUHZV VXSSOLHG LQ WKH UHSODFHPHQW NLW )LJXUH 7LJKWHQLQJ WKH UROOHU VFUDSHU VFUHZV 8. After tightening the screws, inspect the blade and make sure that it is straight. If necessary, loosen the screws and tighten them again, evenly. 9.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 4. When the following screen appears, place the transparency on the build tray—next to the left and rear edges of the tray (see below). )LJXUH 7UDQVSDUHQF\ FRQILUPDWLRQ )LJXUH 3RVLWLRQLQJ WKH WUDQVSDUHQF\ RQ WKH EXLOG WUD\ 5. Make sure that the transparency sheet is lying flat, and tape it to the tray. 6. Close the printer. 7.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU When you click 1H[W, the printer prints the head alignment test on the transparency. When printing is finished, the following screen appears. )LJXUH +HDG $OLJQPHQW ZL]DUG²VWHSV ± 9. Open the printer and remove the transparency. The transparency sheet is printed with sets of vertical lines in seven columns, each showing the results from a different print head.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 10. For each column of lines, use a magnifying glass or loupe to inspect pairs of consecutive rows printed on the transparency to see where the vertical lines align. )LJXUH &RPSDULQJ URZV RI DOLJQPHQW OLQHV 1RWH ,W GRHV QRW PDWWHU ZKLFK SDLU RI OLQHV \RX LQVSHFW VLQFH WKH\ ZHUH DOO SULQWHG E\ WKH VDPH KHDG &KRRVH D SDLU RI FOHDUO\ SULQWHG OLQHV IRU WKH LQVSHFWLRQ 6LQFH VRPH QR]]OHV PD\ QRW SULQW FOHDUO\ \RX PD\ KDYH WR LQVSHFW
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 13. Click 1H[W to display the next head alignment screen, and again select the number representing the most closely aligned vertical lines on the transparency for that print head. When you have finished aligning all of the heads, the following screen is displayed. )LJXUH 3DUDPHWHU XSGDWH FRQILUPDWLRQ 14.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU ❒ If the vertical lines for the print heads were not aligned at either extreme, choose End the wizard, then click 1H[W. &OHDQLQJ WKH 3ULQW +HDG 6SODVK 6KLHOG To prevent excess printing material from accumulating around the print heads, a splash shield is installed on the bottom of the print block. Remove the shield and clean it once a month, when cleaning the print heads (see "Cleaning the Print Heads, Roller and Wiper" on page 4-35).
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 4. Using a 2-mm hex (Allen) key, remove the screws to remove the splash shield. )LJXUH 3ULQW KHDG VSODVK VKLHOG LQVWDOOHG RQ WKH SULQW EORFN )LJXUH 5HPRYLQJ WKH SULQW KHDG VSODVK VKLHOG :DUQLQJ +RW 6XUIDFH 7KH SULQW KHDG RULILFH SODWHV ERWWRP VXUIDFH PD\ EH KRW 'R QRW WRXFK WKHP ZLWK \RXU EDUH KDQGV DQG SURFHHG ZLWK FDXWLRQ 5. Soak a cleaning cloth with 90% alcohol and clean the splash shield. 6.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SWLPL]LQJ &DOLEUDWLQJ 3ULQW +HDGV 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU The condition of the print heads directly affects the quality of printed models. To maintain optimum printing, you should routinely test the print heads, and calibrate them to the best working configuration possible by running the Head Optimization wizard every 300 hours of printing.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 2. Start the Head Optimization wizard from the Options menu. )LJXUH 6WDUWLQJ WKH +HDG 2SWLPL]DWLRQ ZL]DUG 3. In the opening wizard screen, click 1H[W to begin. The Wizard Conditions screen appears. 4. Read the conditions, select , $JUHH and click 1H[W. 5. In the following screen, select &RQWLQXH ZLWK +HDG RSWLPL]DWLRQ if you have recently cleaned the print heads. Otherwise, cancel the wizard and run the Cleaning wizard.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 6. In the following screen, make sure Optimize all print heads is selected, and click 1H[W. )LJXUH 3URFHGXUH VHOHFWLRQ VFUHHQ 7. Select the printing mode for which you want to optimize the print heads and click 1H[W.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 8. When the following screen appears, tape a sheet of pink paper to the surface left of the build tray, close the cover and click 1H[W. )LJXUH 3UHSDUDWLRQV FRQILUPDWLRQ The printer prints a frame on the build tray and then prints the Pattern Test on the pink paper. 9. When the Pattern Test is printed, carefully inspect it, using the Missing Nozzles Ruler to see if there are missing lines.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 10. In the following wizard screen, enter the number of missing nozzles for each print head and click 1H[W. )LJXUH (QWHU 0LVVLQJ 1R]]OHV VFUHHQ 11. The wizard continues according to the number of missing nozzles you entered. ❒ If there are too many missing nozzles for acceptable printing, the wizard instructs you to replace the defective print head(s). You can do this now, or abort the wizard.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 12. Set up the scale in the printer by performing the steps listed in the wizard screen. )LJXUH 6HWWLQJ XS WKH +HDG 2SWLPL]DWLRQ VFDOH 13. After confirming all of the items listed in the wizard screen, click 1H[W. Printing material (resin) is jetted from each head and its weight is automatically recorded. This process is repeated for each printing mode, after which the following screen appears. )LJXUH (PSW\LQJ WKH UHVLQ FRQWDLQH
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 16. When the following screen appears, remove the scale and clean the build tray. )LJXUH 5HPRYH 6FDOH FRQILUPDWLRQ VFUHHQ 17. In the wizard screen, confirm that the build tray is clear and that the cover is closed, and click 1H[W. The wizard uses the data collected to analyze the condition of the print heads and optimize them so they print models with a uniform layer of material.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU ❒ If the wizard determines that a print head is faulty—or that it is negatively affecting model quality with the current head configuration—you need to replace it. Indicate whether or not you want to do so now. )LJXUH 'HIHFWLYH SULQW KHDGV IRXQG • Select 5HSODFH GHIHFWLYH KHDG V if you are prepared to replace the print heads now (see below). or— • Select $ERUW ZL]DUG if you want to replace the print heads at another time.
6WUDWDV\V - - 5HSODFLQJ 3ULQW +HDGV 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU The condition of the print heads directly affects the quality of printed models. You may need to replace a print head if one or more of the following symptoms occurs: • The Head Optimization wizard determines that a print head is defective. (See "Optimizing (Calibrating) Print Heads" on page 4-51.) • There are noticeable grooves in the surface of printed models.
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6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 6. In the following screen, select 5HSODFH IDXOW\ KHDGV, and click 1H[W. )LJXUH 3URFHGXUH VHOHFWLRQ VFUHHQ 3UHSDULQJ WKH 7. Select the print head(s) needing replacement, and click 1H[W. 3ULQW %ORFN )LJXUH +HDG VHOHFWLRQ VFUHHQ The printer heats and empties the print block, and prepares the printer. (This should take up to 15 minutes.) The following screen appears when the printer is ready for you to replace print heads.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 5HPRYLQJ WKH 9. On the front of the print block, loosen the screws that secure the cover protecting the print-head driver cards. 'HIHFWLYH +HDG )LJXUH /RRVHQLQJ WKH GULYHU FDUG FRYHU VFUHZV 10. Lift up the cover. 11. Loosen the screws that secure the driver-card bracket, and lower the bracket.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 12. Release the driver-card support. )LJXUH 5HOHDVLQJ WKH GULYHU FDUG VXSSRUW 13. Remove the driver card by releasing the latch at the points shown.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 14. Release the upper and lower screws that secure the print head in the block. (If necessary, you may use a 4-mm hex (Allen) key to loosen the screws.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 15. Press down on the upper and lower locking screws to release the print head, and remove it from the bottom of the print block. )LJXUH 5HOHDVLQJ WKH SULQW KHDG 16. Make sure that along with the head, you remove the four (4) rubber Oring seals.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU ,PSRUWDQW ,I WKH VHDOV DUH QRW UHPRYHG ZLWK WKH KHDG WKH\ DUH SUREDEO\ VWXFN WR WKH SULQW EORFN KRXVLQJ ,I VR UHPRYH WKHP )LJXUH 0DNLQJ VXUH WKH 2 ULQJV DUH QRW VWXFN WR WKH SULQW EORFN ,QVWDOOLQJ WKH 17. Place four (4) O-ring seals in the replacement head (see Figure 4-90 on the previous page). 1HZ +HDG 18. Position the head in the print block, making sure that the location pins are in place.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 22. In the Replace print heads screen, select the check box to confirm that you have replaced the head(s), and click 1H[W. )LJXUH +HDG UHSODFHPHQW FRQILUPDWLRQ 23. With your fingers, make sure that the new head is level and even with the other heads. )LJXUH &KHFNLQJ WKH OHYHO RI WKH QHZ KHDG 24. Confirm that the heads are level by selecting the check box in the following wizard screen, and click 1H[W.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 25. In the next wizard screen, confirm that you have removed all tools and objects from the printer. )LJXUH &OHDUHG WUD\ FRQILUPDWLRQ VFUHHQ 26. Close the printer cover. The wizard continues by heating the heads, then filling and purging them. If there are no installation problems, the optimization procedure begins, to calibrate the print heads to the best working configuration—see "Optimizing (Calibrating) Print Heads" on page 4-51.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU ➢ If the replacement head was not calibrated by Stratasys, remove the head and replace it with another one. )LJXUH ,QYDOLG KHDG ZDUQLQJ Contact your Stratasys service provider about the uncalibrated head. The level of UV radiation from the lamps used for curing models can change 7HVWLQJ DQG &DOLEUDWLQJ WKH over time.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 7R WHVW DQG FDOLEUDWH 89 ODPS UDGLDWLRQ 1. Start the UV Calibration Wizard from the Options menu. 2. In the following screen, select &DOLEUDWH 89 ,QWHQVLW\ to adjust the lamp’s radiation level to the acceptable range. )LJXUH 89 7HVW &DOLEUDWLRQ VHOHFWLRQ 3. In the following screen, select the UV sensor and measuring device to be used. )LJXUH 89 GHYLFH VHOHFWLRQ 89 0HDVXULQJ 'HYLFH :KHQ \RX XVH WKH 6WUDWDV\V 89 VHQVRU ER[ 72
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 4. Make sure that the build tray is empty. Confirm this in the wizard screen and click 1H[W. )LJXUH 3ULQWHU SUHSDUDWLRQ ➢ When using a Stratasys UV sensor box that you connect to the printer (TOL-03005-S), continue with "UV Sensor Connected to Printer" on the next page. ➢ When using a stand-alone UV radiation meter, continue with "External UV Meter" on page 4-73.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 89 6HQVRU The following steps apply when using the Stratasys UV sensor box that you &RQQHFWHG WR connect to the printer. They do not apply when using a UV external radiation 3ULQWHU measuring device. 1. To synchronize the wizard and the UV sensor, enter the CF number from the label on the back of the UV sensor box. )LJXUH 89 VHQVRU V\QFKURQL]DWLRQ )LJXUH /DEHO RQ WKH ERWWRP RI WKH 89 VHQVRU ER[ 2. Click 1H[W.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 3. Connect the UV sensor cable to the connector in the printer. 7R HQVXUH WKDW WKH VHQVRU FDEOH GRHV QRW LQWHUIHUH ZLWK WKH EXLOG WUD\ ZKHQ LW LV UDLVHG URXWH LW LQ EDFN RI WKH VHQVRU 4. Confirm the items listed in the wizard screen and click 1H[W. )LJXUH 6HQVRU SRVLWLRQLQJ Continue with "UV Measurement " on page 4-75. ([WHUQDO 89 The following steps apply when using a stand-alone UV meter.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 2. Lead the cable out of the printer so that you can close the printer, and tape it down to make sure that it does not interfere with the moving print block. )LJXUH &RUUHFW 89 VHQVRU SODFHPHQW 3. Close the printer, while checking that the sensor does not move out of position. 4. Set the UV meter to measure mJ/cm2. 5. Set the range on the meter to 2,000. 6. Connect the cable from the sensor to the UV meter. 7.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 89 The UV lamps power up and stabilize. (This takes several minutes.) Then, the 0HDVXUHPHQW print block passes over the sensor and the wizard compares the measured radiation to the recommended level for each UV lamp and printing mode. During this process, which takes 20–40 minutes, you need to monitor the progress as displayed in the wizard screen.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU $IWHU H[DPLQLQJ WKH 89 FDOLEUDWLRQ UHVXOWV 1. Click 1H[W. 2. Remove the UV sensor and close the printer cover. After confirming the items listed in the wizard screen, click 1H[W. If the results are not acceptable for quality printing, this is indicated in the final wizard screen. 3. In the final wizard screen, click 'RQH.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 4. In the next wizard screen, observe the numbers and wait until the weight level is relatively stable—two units above or below the average level shown. )LJXUH :HLJKW VWDELOL]DWLRQ 5. Select the check box, and click 1H[W. 6. Click 'RQH in the final wizard screen.
6WUDWDV\V - - 5HSODFLQJ WKH :DVWH 3XPS 7XEHV 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU The tubes that pump waste material from the roller waste collector and the purge unit should be replaced after 1500 hours of printing. At this time, a counter should display a maintenance message on the printer interface screen. )LJXUH 0DLQWHQDQFH PHVVDJH You can verify that the pump tubes need to be replaced by examining the waste pump maintenance counters.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU When the Maintenance Counters screen opens, scroll down to the General Pumps section. )LJXUH 3XPS 0DLQWHQDQFH &RXQWHUV The waste-pump tubes that require replacing are displayed in red. 1RWH ,I WKH FKHFN ER[ RQ WKH ULJKW LV VHOHFWHG WKH 0DLQWHQDQFH 5HTXLUHG LQGLFDWRU DSSHDUV ZKHQ WKDW WDVN LV GXH To replace pump tubes, you replace the "cassette" assembly that attaches to the pump in the printer.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 3. Open the panel and disconnect the ground (earth) wire. )LJXUH *URXQG ZLUH FRQQHFWHG WR SDQHO 4. Remove the panel. 5. Identify the waste pump that requires tube replacement.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 6. Unscrew the fittings that connect the waste tubes to the pump. )LJXUH 'LVFRQQHFWLQJ D SXPS WXEH 7. Remove the part of the fitting remaining on the pump tube, and save it. 8. When the tubes on both sides of the pump are disconnected, rotate the pump "cassette" assembly counter-clockwise and remove it. )LJXUH 5RWDWLQJ WKH SXPS FDVVHWWH 9. Install a new pump cassette. The new cassette contains a new pumping tube. 10.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 5HSODFLQJ WKH Filters are installed in the lines that supply Model material to the print heads. 0DWHULDO )LOWHUV To ensure that the heads remain in optimum condition, the filters are replaced by your service provider, as part of the scheduled maintenance routine. However, filters used for certain materials need to be replaced more often.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 3. Shut down the printer computer, wait 60 seconds after the monitor goes blank, and turn off the main power switch. &DXWLRQ 7KH PRQLWRU JRHV EODQN DV VRRQ DV WKH UHPRWH GHVNWRS OLQN WHUPLQDWHV² EHIRUH FRPSXWHU VKXWGRZQ 7XUQLQJ RII WKH SULQWHU EHIRUH FRPSXWHU VKXWGRZQ FDQ FDXVH GDPDJH 4. Using an 8-mm hex (Allen) key, open the two latches that secure the back of the materials cabinet and remove the back of the cabinet. 5.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 10. Identify the inlet side of the new filter. This is the side showing the part number. A 6mm tube is connected to the inlet. (An 8mm tube is connected to the outlet.) )LJXUH )LOWHU VKRZLQJ LQOHW DQG RXWOHW VLGHV 11. Attach the inlet side of the new filter to the disconnected tube.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 17. In the Maintenance Counters screen, click 5HVHW and then &ORVH (see Figure 4-122 on page 4-82). 5HSODFLQJ WKH 2GRU )LOWHU If the printer exhaust is not connected to an external ventilation system, a built-in activated-carbon filter removes odors from printing materials. This filter should be replaced regularly (as necessary) to keep your working environment pleasant. This is normally done during the preventivemaintenance service visit.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 3. Make sure that the build tray is empty, and confirm this in the wizard screen. Then, close the printer, and click 1H[W. )LJXUH 7UD\ FRQILUPDWLRQ The axes move to the “home” position. 4. Select the UV lamp(s) to be replaced and click 1H[W. )LJXUH 89 ODPS VHOHFWLRQ VFUHHQ 5. Disconnect the UV-lamp power connector and the UV heat fuse connector.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 6. Loosen the screw securing the UV lamp cover (A), and pull the cover up (B), then out (C). )LJXUH 5HPRYLQJ WKH 89 ODPS FRYHU 7. Pull the UV lamp reflector out of the UV housing. )LJXUH 5HPRYLQJ WKH 89 ODPS UHIOHFWRU 8. Inspect the new UV lamp reflector, and make sure that a black strip is attached to the inside of it. If not, install one—on the side of the reflector opposite (not next to) the print block.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU :DUQLQJ %URNHQ 89 ODPS KD]DUG 89 ODPSV FRQWDLQ PHUFXU\ 'HDO ZLWK EURNHQ ODPSV ZLWK FDXWLRQ 9HQWLODWH WKH URRP WKRURXJKO\ 8VH SURWHFWLYH JORYHV ZKHQ FROOHFWLQJ PHUFXU\ DQG ODPS FRPSRQHQWV 5HPRYH VSLOOHG PHUFXU\ ZLWK D PHWKRG WKDW SUHYHQWV WKH JHQHUDWLRQ RI PHUFXU\ YDSRU VXFK DV D V\ULQJH SDFNLQJ WDSH RU SDSHU 3ODFH WKH EURNHQ ODPS PHUFXU\ DQG FRQWDPLQDWHG PDWHULDOV LQ DQ DLU WLJKW QRQ PHWDOOLF FRQWDLQHU 10.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU 12. Reconnect the power and heat fuse connectors. )LJXUH &RQQHFWLQJ WKH 89 ODPS 13. In the wizard screen, confirm that you have replaced the UV lamp(s) and that the black strip is attached, then click 1H[W. )LJXUH 89 LQVWDOODWLRQ FRQILUPDWLRQ The wizard operates the UV lamps and checks if their power is within the acceptable range for each printing mode. 1RWH 7KH PRGH FXUUHQWO\ EHLQJ FKHFNHG DSSHDUV LQ WKH ORZHU OHIW FRUQHU
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU After replacing a UV lamp, it is recommended that you calibrate its power for the various printing modes. The next screen allows you to continue to the UV Calibration wizard (see "Testing and Calibrating the UV Lamps" on page 4-69).
6WUDWDV\V - - '\QDPLF 1R]]OH 7HVW 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU Perform the Dynamic Nozzle Test if you suspect that poor quality in printed models is caused by clogged or faulty nozzles in the print heads—even if this is not indicated by the Pattern Test. The Dynamic Nozzle Test prints eight (8) samples on the build tray, which you can then visually inspect. Printing the samples takes about 20 minutes. 7R UXQ WKH '\QDPLF 1R]]OH 7HVW 1. Make sure that the build tray is clear (empty). 2.
6WUDWDV\V - - %XLOW LQ 7HVWV 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU The printer application contains a suite of tests for regularly checking the hardware and software, and for troubleshooting. Because running the tests affects the operation of the printer, you can only open the Built-in Tests interface when the system is not printing.
6WUDWDV\V - - 2SHUDWLQJ DQG 0DLQWDLQLQJ WKH 3ULQWHU The Built In Tests screen lists pre-configured tests, grouped by component categories. In this screen, you select and run tests, and the results are displayed. )LJXUH %XLOW ,Q 7HVWV VFUHHQ 7HVW /LVW Test Name This column lists all of the tests, together with selection check boxes. Click the check boxes to select the tests you want to run. To remove a selection, click the check box again.
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5 +DQGOLQJ 3ULQWHG 0RGHOV Removing Models After Printing 5-2 Removing the Support Material 5-2 Post-Printing Treatment for Models Made with VeroClear 5-5 Photo-Bleaching Instructions Storing Models '2& 5HY $ 5-5 5-6
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6WUDWDV\V - - +DQGOLQJ 3ULQWHG 0RGHOV 5HPRYLQJ Soak models in a 1-percent solution of caustic soda (sodium hydroxide) to 683 ZLWK remove Support material from difficult-to-reach areas and to give the model a &DXVWLF 6RGD smooth, clean finish. The amount of time you soak the model in the solution depends on how delicate it is and how much Support material needs to be removed, but it is typically between half-an-hour and several hours.
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6WUDWDV\V - - +DQGOLQJ 3ULQWHG 0RGHOV 6WRULQJ 0RGHOV Models are cured as they are printed, making them safe and stable for a long time. However, proper storage conditions are necessary to prevent deforming. • Keep printed models at room temperature and in a low-humidity environment. • Do not expose models to direct sunlight and other heat sources.
