OWNER’S MANUAL & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
VERSION 4
Страница 1: ...OWNER S MANUAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS VERSION 4 ...
Страница 2: ...xer ___________________________________ 07 Silicone mold preparation using the Fuser500 mixer and vacuum pump __________________ 08 Silicone mold wax injection using the Fuser500 wax injector ___________________________ 12 Wax injection techniques using the Fuser500 wax injector ____________________________ 13 Sprue confection and tree assembly ________________________________________________ 14 F...
Страница 3: ...ves jewelers the ability to adequalely produce similar pieces of jewelry in large quantities at a relatively low cost Our Fuser500 was developed by a father an exceptional jeweler himself committed to helping his daughter reach her full potential as an artist following his very own craft Together they conceptualized the process you are about to experience Please make sure to read this material tho...
Страница 4: ...tems needed not included Included items parts 1 Mixer 1 Mixing Chamber 1 Vacuum Chamber 1 Polycarbonate Lid 1 Mixing Glass 1 Power Cord 1 Flask Base 1 Flask Top 1 Rubber Filling Funnel 500 Grams of Investment Powder 1 Kiln 1 Large Flask 1 Medium Flask 1 Small Flask 1 Crucible Tongs 1 Casting Base 1 Casting Base Bottom 1 Casting Base Top 5 Paper Gaskets 1 Vacuum Pump 1 Vacuum Hose With Filter 1 Pow...
Страница 5: ...harmful products always work in a well ventilated area 11 Wear long pants long sleeves and protective footwear 12 Wear Personal Protective Equipment Wear ANSI approved safety goggles As appropriate wear a protective mask and gloves 13 Maintain labels and nameplates on the product These may carry important safety information If unreadable or missing visit www brightfuser com to contact us 14 The wa...
Страница 6: ...8 3 6 Silicone mold preparation Cure time 2hrs Tree assembly Metal melting Silicone mold cut Investment powder flask preparation Drying time 2hrs Jewelry ready for finishing Silicone mold wax injection Kiln flask burnout 3 and 4hrs ...
Страница 7: ...dels made out of several materials including metals wood plastic resin and even organic sources 1 Connect the Fuser500 mixer to a 110V outlet 2 You may connect the Fuser500 vacuum pump plug into Regular power outlet Turn it on and off directly on the vacuum pump using the on off switch Mixer outlet recommended As long as the Fuser500 mixer is connected to a power outlet the vacuum pump can be left...
Страница 8: ... Quantity in grams of silicone molding rubber compound Height in mm Depth in mm Width in mm Once the quantity is determined add the catalyst Follow the manufacturer s specifications to define the amount and how to manipulate the catalyst EXPERT TIP Additional sizes of u shaped mold frames may be purchased REMINDER The built in sprue former will eventually detach from the u shaped mold frame Glue i...
Страница 9: ...olycarbonate lid Close the vertical vacuum connector with the end cap Turn on the vacuum pump manometer should reach around 20 PSI The mixing glass and the polycarbonate lid will be fully attached and sealed due to the vacuum Connect the polycarbonate lid s mixer shaft to the mixer s motor shaft Turn on the mixer for 30 seconds During this process the color of the silicone mix may change Rest the ...
Страница 10: ...previously prepared u shaped mold frame Immediately clean the small impeller and mixing glass using paper towel Failure to do so may result in equipment damage Wait for the silicone to dry in the u shaped mold frame Drying time varies according to the silicone s manufacturer s specifications Detach the polycarbonate lid from the mixing glass Air bubbles in the silicone should burst leaving a smoot...
Страница 11: ...e the precision knife to cut the mold in two halves using your preferred technique EXPERT TIP You may also use the silicone mold cutting aid to assist Once the two halves separate remove your jewelry pattern EXPERT TIP Try cutting the silicone mold in a zigzag pattern ANY QUESTIONS SO FAR Watch our video tutorial at www brightfuser com ...
Страница 12: ...re may be required per mold for future reference Open the top lid of the wax injector and place the wax beads inside the heating compartment Safely secure the top lid back and tighten all four knobs Turn on the wax injector and set the temperature to the wax manufacturer s specifications on the digital temperature controller The wax will be ready to use once the heat reaches the set temperature RE...
Страница 13: ...he jewelry pattern in it using the two molding panels Position the sprue former inlet on the injection nozzle of the wax injector Gently push it in until the wax fills up the entire mold s cavity Remove the mold from the injection nozzle Wait a few seconds for the wax to cool down and then unmold it Inspect the wax pattern for imperfections If necessary adjust the pressure regulator by pulling the...
Страница 14: ... fingertip on one end of the sprue silicone tube and position the other end on the injection nozzle of the wax injector Gently push it in until the wax fills up the entire tube 3 Wait a few seconds for the wax to cool down and dry out and then unmold the sprue by pushing it out Fit the sprue into the flask base s center hole with the aid of a low power soldering iron a pyrograph or a wax tool pen ...
Страница 15: ... strips should cover of the height of the flask leaving the bottom empty Once you are done assembling your wax tree enclose it with the flask making sure that the strips face up without touching the bottom and place it on top of the flask base Position both threaded rods and set the flask top Secure the casting base system by tightening both nuts Front View Top View 15 WE HOPE YOU ARE ENJOYING YOU...
Страница 16: ...th the vacuum chamber Place the rubber filling funnel on top inside the vacuum chamber Weigh the investment powder according to the size of the used flask being used Measure the quantity of water needed according to the manufacturer s specifications Rest the mixing chamber on a flat surface Pour water in it followed by the investment powder Always add water first to ensure a more homogeneous mix C...
Страница 17: ...the polycarbonate lid Connect the center shaft of the polycarbonate lid to the motor shaft of the mixer Connect one end of the by pass silicone tube to the vacuum chamber connector and the other end to the vertical connector of the polycarbonate lid Turn on the vacuum pump As soon as the manometer reaches 20 PSI turn on the mixer for 1 minute Turn off the mixer and disconnect the polycarbonate lid...
Страница 18: ...side down counterclockwise so the investment flows directly to the vacuum chamber Do not turn the mixing chamber clockwise where the investment would flow from the mixing chamber to the vacuum connector Doing so may result in equipment damage and malfunction 8 Once all of the investment fills the flask inside the vacuum chamber rest it on a flat surface Hold the mixing chamber and turn off the vac...
Страница 19: ...etely Drying time varies according to the manufacturer s specifications EXPERT TIP The usual drying time for a small flask is approximately 2 hours 11 13 12 14 WARNING You must clean the polycarbonate lid s shaft every 15 uses Failure to do so may result in product damage Use the allen key to remove the lock pin Use a small screwdriver to remove the lock ring that holds the shaft Gently pull the s...
Страница 20: ...s between 3 and 4 hours and only draws less than 4 amps when operating Do not leave the flask s past 3 up to 4 hours otherwise they may overburn and cause flaws and porosities to the investment During this process the interior of the kiln and investment will turn black When the wax calcines everything will return to its regular color and the investment cavity will be glowing red This is when you s...
Страница 21: ...aper gasket will create a vacuum seal once you turn on the vacuum pump replace the paper gasket as needed EXPERT TIP After using the casting base it is normal for oil to accumulate inside its bottom Clean it using paper towel as needed Remove the flask from the kiln using the crucible tongs Place it on the center of the casting base system on top of the paper gasket 1 3 Connect the vacuum pump hos...
Страница 22: ...ose Use the crucible tongs to remove the flask from the casting base system and carefully place it in the container with water The investment will crack and dissolve unveiling your casting tree WARNING Be mindful of how to discard investment residue Do not discard it in a sink toilet or sewage system as it may cause critical clogging Scrape off any investment residue from the flask Wash it with cl...
Страница 23: ...ater clean it up and use your preferred technique to finalize it EXPERT TIP To remove any investment residue from your jewelry casting soak it in muriatic acid or place it in an ultrasonic cleaner ENJOY FINISHING AND POLISHING YOUR JEWELRY CASTING 23 ...
Страница 24: ...ious stones cannot endure the heat of the Fuser500 kiln and may get damaged Some synthetic stones sapphires rubies and diamonds may be pre set Make sure to ask your stone provider what is the maximum temperature that each stone may bear BrightFuser does not accept any responsibility or liability for damaged stones whether synthetic or natural BrightFuser shall not be liable for any direct indirect...
Страница 25: ... 2022 BrightFuser LLC All Rights Reserved Patent pending PCT BR2019 050537 www brightfuser com info brightfuser com 1 954 932 0555 ...
