formlabs Form Wash L, Manual

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30
°
For cleaning the work surface and tools.
°
For wiping residue grease, resin, or solvent.
• Non-abrasive microfiber cloth
°
For cleaning the outer shells and display.
6.2 Inspection and maintenance
6.2.1 Before each use
Inspect Refer to Section
Solvent level Checking the solvent level 6.3.1
Installation environment Location and environs 4.1
Parts to be washed Considerations for specific geometries 5.3
6.2.2 Periodic maintenance
Inspect Refer to Section
Solvent and solvent monitor Replacing solvent 6.4.1
Wash bucket Cleaning the wash bucket 6.4.2
6.3 Tasks between uses
Regularly check the Form Wash L, its environment, and any printed parts to be cleaned to
ensure that the machine operates as expected.
6.3.1 Checking the solvent level
The level of solvent in the Form Wash L decreases over time due to use and evaporation.
Before starting a wash cycle, ensure that the solvent level in the wash bucket is between 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 the Form Wash L, refer to section
4.5.3 Filling the wash bucket with solvent .
6.4 Periodic maintenance
The Form Wash L requires regular maintenance and care. The standard cycle for the following
procedures is every three months of use, or as indicated on the touchscreen.
Task Frequency Refer to Section
Replace used solvent When indicated by solvent
monitor
Replacing solvent 6.4.1
Clean the wash bucket When replacing solvent, or
every three months
If you notice significant deposits
of resin in the wash bucket
Cleaning the wash
bucket
6.4.2
Inspect the wash bucket
and impellers
When replacing used solvent or
cleaning the wash bucket
Replacing solvent
Cleaning the wash
bucket
6.4.1
6.4.2
6.4.1 Replacing solvent
The level of resin concentration in the solvent in the Form Wash L increases gradually as more parts are
cleaned, reducing the effectiveness of the wash. Replace the solvent when indicated on the touchscreen.