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Form Wash L

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Page 3: ...and Usage Instructions Form Wash L Large format Desktop Stereolithography SLA Print Cleaner Original English instructions Read this manual carefully and keep it for future reference November 2021 REV...

Page 4: ...14 3 4 Sensitive components 15 3 5 Emergency and exceptional situations 15 4 Preparation and setup 17 4 1 Location and environs 17 4 2 Power and networking 17 4 3 Unboxing the machine 17 4 4 Accessin...

Page 5: ...eset 34 7 3 Cleaning after a chemical spill 34 7 4 Troubleshooting errors or abnormal activity 35 8 Disassembly and repair 38 8 1 Tasks 38 9 Recycling and disposal 39 9 1 Disposal of resin 39 9 2 Recy...

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Page 7: ...or integrator to perform the appropriate and complete risk analysis evaluation and testing of the products with respect to the relevant specific application or use thereof Neither Formlabs nor any of...

Page 8: ...njuries The Form Wash L 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 Wash L has read these warnings and instru...

Page 9: ...mlabs Support support formlabs com USA Formlabs Inc 35 Medford St Somerville MA USA 02143 Germany Formlabs GmbH Nalepastrasse 18 12459 Berlin Germany 1 2 2 Warranty This product is protected under war...

Page 10: ...SSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED OR EXPLICIT WARRANTY OF FITNESS for a particular usage the particular nature and circumstances of said usage being unforeseen and unforeseeable to Formlabs Formlabs is not a...

Page 11: ...submerge solvent monitor Maximum part size W D H 33 5 20 30 cm 13 2 7 9 11 8 in Compatible solvents Isopropyl alcohol IPA Tripropylene glycol monomethyl ether TPM Water Operating environment 18 28 C 6...

Page 12: ...be lowered or raised from the bucket Wash bucket Removable container holds a maximum of 43 L 11 4 US gal of solvent A rotating impeller at the bottom circulates the solvent Solvent monitor A sensor me...

Page 13: ...ump A battery powered siphon pump for moving solvent into and out of the wash bucket The pump has a dedicated storage slot underneath the wash bucket 2 4 User interface For detailed guidance and visua...

Page 14: ...N indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE indicates information considered important but not hazard related DANGER Isopropyl al...

Page 15: ...l applications on the human body Refer to the safety data sheet SDS for each specific resin as well as support formlabs com for more detail 3 1 3 Radio interference This equipment has been tested and...

Page 16: ...fety information Carefully follow the safety instructions provided with the tripropylene glycol monomethyl ether you purchase We also recommend that you wear protective gloves when working with tripro...

Page 17: ...st government guidelines Always consult the safety data sheet SDS as the primary source of information to understand safety and handling of Formlabs materials and required accessories Visit formlabs c...

Page 18: ...sin spill to minimize any cosmetic or functional damage to the machine If you have experienced an accidental resin spill document the problem with photos and clean the device as best as possible Conta...

Page 19: ...Power and networking For detailed guidance and visual assistance visit support formlabs com The Form Wash L requires reliable grounding The power supply used with the device must be grounded Do not us...

Page 20: ...le via the touchscreen To access the serial name on the touchscreen 1 If you are currently viewing a submenu on the touchscreen tap the arrow until you return to the home screen The home screen lists...

Page 21: ...that is required to connect over Wi Fi or Ethernet Visit support apple com for assistance with Bonjour The USB connection can still be used while the device is connected to a LAN When the device is c...

Page 22: ...irmware file on the machine Refer to the firmware downloads and release notes to learn more about the improvements that come with each version s release To update the firmware 1 Open PreForm 2 Connect...

Page 23: ...ch may result in additional fees void the warranty or present a safety hazard Do not ship the Form Wash L with any loose items stored inside the machine Loose items can shift during transit and damage...

Page 24: ...lift the machine into its carrier tray Lifting hazard The Form Wash L is a heavy object A two person lift is required to prevent injury and avoid damage to the machine 5 Place the foam insert on the t...

Page 25: ...efore or after they have been separated from the build platform To insert printed parts for cleaning 1 Use the touchscreen to raise the platform and basket mounts 2 Insert printed parts a Form 3L Buil...

Page 26: ...the parts you are washing tap Quick Wash Default Wash or Long Wash for a 5 10 or 20 minute wash cycle respectively Tap the i icon under each preset to learn more about the preset or tap Guidelines to...

Page 27: ...ile the solvent evaporates Refer to section 5 1 Operational environment for more information Observe necessary safety precautions according to the solvent supplier s SDS Options for drying include air...

Page 28: ...solvent drains out of the chamber before transferring the part to another surface 5 3 2 Internal channels Thin channels such as those used in micro fluidic designs may not drain entirely on their own...

Page 29: ...n the minimum and maximum lines Maintain separate wash buckets for each resin type or similar colors to preserve the best possible surface quality and performance For example Biocompatible resins to c...

Page 30: ...to Dashboard through the touchscreen and use the reported metrics to plan or schedule your usage of the Form Wash L 5 5 4 Turning off The Form Wash L is designed to remain powered on when not in use F...

Page 31: ...ed When removing the exterior paneling disconnect the machine from its power source before maintenance Moving parts present crushing and tangling hazards Formlabs provides instructions to advise skill...

Page 32: ...n the minimum and maximum fill lines If the solvent level is below the minimum fill line parts washed on the build platform may not be fully immersed in the solvent during the wash To add solvent to t...

Page 33: ...nt rises out of the wash bucket b Open the Form Wash L door Gently pull the wash bucket towards yourself to remove it from the Form Wash L The wash bucket is still connected to the machine via the sol...

Page 34: ...ach impeller in place Set the screws and impellers aside 3 Inspect the bearing underneath the impellers and the bottom surface of the impellers for signs of wear Visible wear on either surface is a si...

Page 35: ...me so place the wash bucket next to the Form Wash L c Lift the inner lid off of the wash bucket Set it aside d Unclip the solvent monitor bracket from the front edge of the wash bucket Lift the solven...

Page 36: ...ency tools in a known accessible location When working with isopropyl alcohol or other flammable chemicals consider purchasing a flammable solvent cleanup kit Required supplies Apron Non reactive nitr...

Page 37: ...ons Error Cause Solution The display does not turn on Power failure or a faulty electrical connection Disconnect and reconnect the power Plug the power cable into a different outlet The touchscreen is...

Page 38: ...o raise the basket mount and platform mount when they were already at their top position Disconnect and reconnect the power The device position is unknown The Form Wash L attempted to raise the basket...

Page 39: ...wn error occurred Other unspecified cause Disconnect and reconnect the power Any other error related to the solvent monitor The Form Wash L detected an issue with the solvent monitor Check that the so...

Page 40: ...om its power source before maintenance 8 1 Tasks Contact Formlabs Support or a certified service provider to receive repair instructions and authorization including how to disassemble or remove the ex...

Page 41: ...nmlightand heat for the most effective curing The liquid resin cures to solid material when exposed to light and heat 4 Dispose of the fully cured resin and container as household waste 9 1 2 Cured re...

Page 42: ...essories or packaging indicates that this device shall not be treated as nor disposed of with household waste When you decide to dispose of this product do so in accordance with environmental laws and...

Page 43: ...nce 5 12 27 29 30 32 38 41 motor 35 36 41 42 43 O operation 6 12 14 41 P power 11 13 15 17 18 19 21 23 28 29 34 35 36 37 38 41 43 R resin 5 6 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 23 24 25 26 27 30 31 32 39 40 41 43...

Page 44: ...unt and basket mount raise and lower Motherboard The motherboard is the main circuitry through which all systems in the Form Wash L communicate Outer lid Limits solvent evaporation Keep the lid closed...

Page 45: ...ith the following electronics and safety standards ETL CE UL 61010 1 CAN CSA C22 2 No 61010 1 12 Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC Radio Equipment Directive 2014 53 EU RoHS Directive 2011 65 EU EMC Direc...

Page 46: ...Original English instructions November 2021 Formlabs...

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