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Steps to use the Form Wash 

 

Use the display and knob to raise the platform and basket 

mounts. 

 

For convenience, install the build platform with printed parts 

directly in the Form Wash to clean the parts before removal. 

Align the top lid of the build platform with the arms of the Form 

Wash’s Platform mount, and fully insert to touch the back. 

 

Turn the knob to navigate the display menu and adjust the wash 

time. Push the knob to select or confirm. Wash parts for 15 

minutes. Check for all materials the washing schedule above the 

Form Wash. 

 

The Wash cycle begins when the platform and basket lower. 

Ensure the outer lid closes. To adjust the wash cycle time, push 

the knob to access the display menu. The pause option will raise 

the platform and basket.  

 

The platform mount and basket raise automatically at the end of 

the wash cycle. After the washing cycle, leave the print to drain. 

After 5 minutes remove the build platform and put the Form 

Wash into sleep mode. 

 

Waite for 30 minutes or use the air pistol to remove any IPA that 

has stayed behind 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summary of Contents for FORMLABS FORM 2

Page 1: ...FORMLABS FORM 2 User guide ...

Page 2: ...4 Install resin tank with wiper 4 Lock Wiper 5 Insert Build Platform 6 Insert the resin tank 7 CONFIRM CONFIRM PRINT ON PRINTER 8 CHECKS PRE PRINT CHECKS 9 REMOVING 10 Remove the Build Platform 10 FORM WASH TO WASH YOUR SLA PRINT 11 Overview of Form wash 11 Steps to use the Form Wash 12 FINISH FINISH YOUR PRINT 13 Removing your print 13 Curing your print 14 ...

Page 3: ...1 COMPONENTS OF THE FORMLABS FORM 2 1 Cartridge 2 Cover 3 Build Platform 4 Resin Tank 5 Wiper 6 Touchscreen 7 Button 8 Leveling Tool ...

Page 4: ...t Formlabs com tools preform to download the latest version of PreForm Open Preform to see the build volume which is inverted from the print orientation Click through Preform tools to explore basic functions for setting up our print ...

Page 5: ...ith the Print Set Up bottom Most parts print better when supported at an angle For automatic set up use Preform tools to orient all generate all and layout all Preform will do these steps in sequence if you select One Click Print After that upload your file to the form 2 with the USB cable next to the printer ...

Page 6: ...EPARE CHANGE THE MATERIAL Install resin tank with wiper Remove the tank lid and align the for mall feet of the resin tank with the corresponding Holes in the tank carrier Push forward into place with force ...

Page 7: ...5 Lock Wiper Ensuring the wiper is straight align the foot of the wiper with the corresponding hole and push forward snapping it into place ...

Page 8: ...6 Insert Build Platform Align the build platform with the platform carrier and push it into place locking the handle down to secure ...

Page 9: ...orange plastic valve cover from the bottom of the cartridge Leave the rubber valve in place Align the cartridge with the opening in the back of the printer Push down until it sits securely Press open the vent cap so that your resin tank fills correctly ...

Page 10: ...8 CONFIRM CONFIRM PRINT ON PRINTER You will see your file uploading to the print queue on the printer s touchscreen Select the file name and confirm the print by pushing the button on the printer ...

Page 11: ...9 CHECKS PRE PRINT CHECKS Before printing the resin tank will fill and heat up to around 35 degrees Celsius Once the tank is full your print will automatically start ...

Page 12: ...latform When your print is finished wear gloves to remove the build platform Turn the platform over to prevent dripping while transferring to the finish stations Make sure to close the printer cover after removing the build platform ...

Page 13: ...hing process Open option raises the mount and basket Sleep option lower the mount and basket The wash cycle will not start until Start is selected Time Press the knob to select and adjust the time indicated in minutes After beginning a wash cycle the display shows the remaining time and additional menu options Choose Pause to stop the agitation and lift the platform and basket mount while maintain...

Page 14: ... knob to select or confirm Wash parts for 15 minutes Check for all materials the washing schedule above the Form Wash The Wash cycle begins when the platform and basket lower Ensure the outer lid closes To adjust the wash cycle time push the knob to access the display menu The pause option will raise the platform and basket The platform mount and basket raise automatically at the end of the wash c...

Page 15: ...nt Once dry attach the build platform to the jig and slide the removal tool under the base of your prints to release the part Use the removal tabs for easy entry points Make sure the build plate is free of any uncured resin before putting it away ...

Page 16: ...ing Select the time and temperature and then select Start The LEDs will activate and the timer will start once the heater has reached the target temperature Once a cure cycle has started use the display or open the cover to pause post curing Check for all materials the curing schedule above the Form Wash When the cure cycle completes the LEDs and heater will turn off Lift the cover to remove parts...

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