formlabs Form Wash L, Manual

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Parts must be washed on the build platform or in the basket. Ensure parts are fully secured
to the build platform when washing parts without the basket installed. Washing loose parts
directly in the wash bucket—whether intentionally or accidentally—may damage printed parts,
damage the machine, create noise, and interfere with solvent agitation.
To remove the basket:
3. Remove the build platform from the platform mount.
4. Lift the basket vertically out of the basket mount.
5.2.2 Setting the wash time
The Form Wash L has preset wash cycles including Quick, Default, and Long . There are also
additional settings for biocompatible resins. You can also set a custom wash time.
The Form Wash L notifies you when you start a wash cycle if the solvent is saturated with resin
and should be replaced. Tap
Replace Solvent for instructions on replacing the solvent or tap
Wash to proceed with the wash cycle.
The Form Wash L also notifies you when you start a wash cycle with no solvent selected. Tap
Replace Solvent to select a solvent or tap Wash to proceed with the wash cycle.
To set the wash time based on printed part geometry:
1. Tap Wash Type . The Select Wash Type screen appears.
2. Depending on the geometry of the parts you are washing, tap Quick Wash, Default Wash,
or Long Wash for a 5, 10, or 20 minute wash cycle, respectively.
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Tap the i icon under each preset to learn more about the preset, or tap Guidelines to
learn more about best practices for washing printed parts.
3. Tap Start .
Depending on the size of your printed parts, their geometry, and the purity and type of your
solvent, you may need to adjust the recommended wash time.
To set the wash time based on resin type for biocompatible resins:
1. Tap Wash Type. The Select Wash Type screen appears.
2. Tap Guidelines . The Guidelines for Best Wash Results screen appears. Scroll down to
select a wash time for biocompatible resins.
3. Tap a resin type to select the corresponding wash time.
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Tap the i icon next to each resin type to learn more about the preset.
4. Tap Start .
Depending on the size of your printed parts, their geometry, and the purity and type of your
solvent, you may need to adjust the recommended wash time.
To manually set the wash time:
1. Tap Wash Type . The Select Wash Type screen appears.
2. Tap Custom Time . The Custom Wash screen appears.
3. Use the touchscreen to select your desired wash time, up to 99:99. Once you have set
the wash time, tap Done .
4. Tap Start .
The wash cycle begins when the platform and basket lower. Ensure that the outer lid closes
and is not obstructed.
To adjust the wash cycle time:
1. Tap the square stop icon on the Washing screen.