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Preface
Congratulations on purchasing the Form 3BL. On behalf of the Formlabs team, we thank
you for your purchase. The Form 3BL is a large-format Low Force Stereolithography (LFS)™
3D printer. The Form 3BL fabricates fully-supported parts by converting a 3D object into 2D
slices that can be traced layer by layer with two lasers. This manual explains how to set up,
use, and properly maintain the Form 3BL, as well as provides design guidance for optimizing
print results. The manual is intended for anyone who is installing, operating, maintaining, or
otherwise interacting with the Form 3BL. Supervise young or inexperienced users to ensure
enjoyable and safe operation.
1.1
Read and retain instructions
Read and understand this manual and its safety instructions before using the Form 3BL. Failure
to do so can result in serious injury or death. Keep all safety information and instructions for
future reference and provide them to subsequent users of the product.
Follow all the instructions. This will avoid fire, explosions, electric shocks, or other hazards that
may result in damage to property and/or severe or fatal injuries.
The Form 3BL shall only be used by persons who have fully read and understand the contents
of this manual. Ensure that each person who uses the Form 3BL has read these warnings and
instructions and follows them. Formlabs is not liable for cases of material damage or personal
injury caused by incorrect handling or non-compliance with the safety instructions. In such
cases, the warranty will be voided.
1.2
Obtaining documentation and information
Visit formlabs.com to:
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Access your Formlabs store (formlabs.com/store) and Dashboard accounts (formlabs.com/
dashboard).
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Find certified service providers in your region (formlabs.com/company/partners).
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Access the Terms of Service (formlabs.com/terms-of-service) and the Privacy Policy
(formlabs.com/privacy-policy).
Visit support.formlabs.com to:
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Access the latest version of all Formlabs product documentation.
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Contact Formlabs Support to request documentation, usage instructions, repair guides,
and technical information.
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Submit any comments or feedback regarding what is good and what can be improved.
Formlabs values comments from its users.
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Request additional training.
1.2.1
Support and service
Retain a record of the original purchase to request warranty services. Service options depend on
the status of the specific product’s warranty. Include the serial name of the product when contacting
Formlabs Support or a certified service provider for product support.
Instead of a serial number, Formlabs products have a serial name, which is a unique identifier to
track the history of manufacturing, sales, and repair, and to distinguish usage when connected
to a network. The serial name is on the back panel of the machine in the format AdjectiveAnimal.