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6.2.2
Dry Parts and Keep Equipment Clean
Completely wash and dry all parts before post-curing in the Form Cure. Do not operate the
Form Cure with uncured resin, partially cured resin, or other liquids on the turntable.
6.3
Monthly Inspection and Maintenance Tasks
6.3.1
Interior Surface Maintenance
The internal surfaces of the Form Cure are covered in a reflective coating that reflects the
light from the 405 nm LEDs and ensures that parts post-cure evenly. If the reflective coating
is damaged or covered, parts may not post-cure properly.
Visually inspect the internal surfaces of the Form Cure for traces of resin, cracks, or
other damage. Resin will harden during the cure cycle. Cured resin blocks light and
must be removed.
If parts are washed but not fully dry before post-curing, certain washing solvents, such as
tripropylene monomethyl ether (TPM), may evaporate and form deposits on the interior surfaces
of the Form Cure. These deposits will cloud the reflective coating and prevent parts from post-
curing properly. Clean the reflective coating as needed. Use IPA to clean the reflective coating
and allow IPA to fully evaporate before starting a post-cure cycle.
6.3.2
Light Diffuser Maintenance
The 405 nm and white secondary LEDs in the Form Cure are covered by frosted light diffusing
panels. These light diffusers spread the light from the LEDs and ensure that parts post-cure
evenly. If the light diffusers are damaged or covered, parts may not post-cure properly.
Visually inspect the light diffusers for traces of resin, cracks, or other damage. Resin will
harden during the cure cycle. Cured resin blocks light and must be removed. If parts are
washed but not fully dry before post-curing, certain part washing solvents, such as tripropylene
monomethyl ether (TPM), may evaporate and form deposits on the interior surfaces of the Form
Cure. These deposits will coat the light diffusers and prevent parts from post-curing properly.
Clean the light diffusers as needed. Use IPA to clean the light diffusers and allow IPA to fully
evaporate before starting a post-cure cycle.
6.4
Periodic Inspection and Maintenance Tasks
6.4.1
Inspect the Cover
Visually inspect the cover for traces of resin, cracks, or other damage. Clean the cover with a non-
abrasive microfiber cloth and soapy water or a general purpose cleaner, such as glass cleaner.
6.4.2
Inspect the Display
Visually inspect the display for any traces of resin. Check that the knob turns easily and that
the display responds to inputs. Clean the display with a non-abrasive microfiber cloth and
general purpose cleaner, such as glass cleaner.
6.5
Planned Maintenance Procedures
For detailed guidance and visual assistance, search on
support.formlabs.com.
Maintenance tasks shall be done according to the following plan:
task
frequency
section
Update the firmware
When indicated by Formlabs.
6.5.1
