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3D Systems, Inc.
SAFETY GUIDELINES
Before using the 3D printer system, your company should have a safety program in place. The safety program should:
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Label and point out hazardous equipment, materials, and procedures.
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Explain what to do in case of an emergency.
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Provide information about hazards of equipment and materials in the form of Global Health and Safety sheets. The Global Health and
Safety sheets are provided with all materials supplied by 3D Systems.
GENERAL
The 3D printer system is designed with built in safety features. Improper use can lead to malfunctions that can cause injury to personnel. To
prevent unsafe operation, the 3D printer system will automatically shut down if unsafe conditions are detected.
Follow these safety guidelines when operating the 3D printer system:
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Read and follow all 3D printer system instructions.
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Follow all safety rules and heed all cautions and warnings in this guide.
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Do not attempt to open chamber door while build in progress.
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Do not use any material without reviewing the Global Health and Safety sheets.
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Dress power and communication cables behind 3D printer system to prevent tripping.
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Do not attempt to access, service, or adjust 3D printer system components. Do not attempt to perform any maintenance procedures
unless specifi cally trained to do so.
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Do not operate the 3D printer system without all safety systems and guards in place and functional.
Operators are trained to operate 3D printer system and perform all necessary tasks to create a part.
Certifi ed service personnel are those who completed the 3D Systems service training package and were certifi ed to perform service tasks.
Certifi cation may occur at different levels, and service providers should only perform tasks they are authorized and certifi ed to complete.
Do not ignore warning signs posted during 3D printer system service operations.
If an error message appears on the touchscreen
refer to ”Error Messages”,
on page 52 before resuming operation.
To prevent potential skin-irritation and sensitization due to contact with waste material, follow all guidelines in part material Safety on page 7.
To prevent pinch injuries to the hand, use caution when replacing platform inside the build chamber.
ELECTRICAL
WARNING: HAZARDOUS VOLTAGE EXISTS INSIDE THE 3D PRINTER SYSTEM. INJURY OR DEATH FROM
ELECTRICAL SHOCK CAN RESULT IF YOU REMOVE THE 3D PRINTER SYSTEM’S EXTERNAL PANELS. PANELS
SHOULD ONLY BE REMOVED FOR SERVICE BY TRAINED AND CERTIFIED 3D SYSTEMS TECHNICAL SUPPORT
PERSONNEL OR YOUR SERVICING RESELLER. TO PREVENT ELECTRICAL SHOCK, THE 3D PRINTER SYSTEM
WILL NOT OPERATE UNLESS EXTERNAL PANELS ARE INSTALLED. VERIFY FACILITY’S ELECTRICAL SERVICE
RATING BEFORE CONNECTING POWER TO THE 3D PRINTER SYSTEM.
ULTRAVIOLET (UV) LIGHT
WARNING: HAZARDOUS UV RADIATION EXISTS INSIDE THE 3D PRINTER SYSTEM’S BUILD CHAMBER DURING
PRINT JOB.
EYE INJURY OR BLINDNESS CAN RESULT IF THE CHAMBER DOOR IS OPENED WHILE A PRINT JOB
IS IN PROGRESS.
IF PRINT JOB IS RUNNING, ABORT PRINT JOB BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPEN CHAMBER
DOOR. TO PREVENT EYE INJURY, ULTRAVIOLET (UV) LIGHT INSIDE THE CHAMBER WILL NOT OPERATE WHEN
CHAMBER DOOR IS OPEN. WHEN CLOSED, THE CHAMBER DOOR KEEPS UV RADIATION FROM ESCAPING. THE
CHAMBER DOOR REMAINS LOCKED IF PRINT JOB IS PAUSED.
The UV lamps in the 3D printer system have the following specifi cations:
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Irradiance at UV Emitting Window: 2W/cm2
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Emitting Window: 75x10mm, 110x10mm
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Total UV Power: Up to 22W
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Pure UV Output: 380-420nm