Stratasys Eden350V, User Manual

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Operating & Maintaining the Eden350V 3D Printer
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Shutting Down the Printer
You only need to shut down the Eden printer if it will not be used for a
week or more. Otherwise, the printer can remain on, in Idle mode.
To properly shut down, the printer needs to perform several processes.
These are controlled by the Shutdown wizard. Do not attempt to shut
down the printer by simply closing the computer interface (the printer ‐
control application), and never disconnect power to the printer before
completing this wizard.
Depending on the length of time the printer will not be used, you can
choose between a short shutdown procedure, and a more thorough
procedure.
•
Up to 10 days : The wizard empties the print block of Model and
Support material, to prevent leaks. This takes about 10 minutes.
•
More than 10 days : The wizard empties the print block, then flushes
the system with cleaning fluid. This takes up to 35 minutes, and you
must be present to load cleaning ‐ fluid cartridges when instructed.
To run the Shutdown wizard:
1. Start the Shutdown wizard from the Options menu.
Figure 6-15: Shutdown wizard, opening screen
2. Click
Next
.
3. Choose the appropriate option for the length of time that the printer
will not be used—less or more than ten days.
The Shutdown process flushes printing materials from printer components.
To avoid flushing out valuable material, make sure to print models at least
once a week. Many printer operators use this opportunity to print customer
samples or test models.
CAUTION: Not using the printer for an extended period without first
running the wizard can cause serious damage to print heads and other
expensive printer parts.