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1. ProJet™ 1000 & 1500 Table of Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
1.1 01. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
1.1.1 About This Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
1.1.2 Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
1.1.3 Features & Benefits . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
1.2 02. Safety Symbols & Definitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
1.3 03. Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
1.3.1.1 Housekeeping . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
1.3.2 Printer Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
1.3.2.1 High Voltage Potential & Electrical Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
1.3.2.2 Shuttle Plate Pinch Point . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
1.3.2.3 Ultraviolet (UV) Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
1.3.3 Visi-Jet® FTI Material Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19
1.3.3.1 VisiJet® FTI Material Cartridge Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
1.3.3.2 VisiJet ® FTI Material Cartridge Removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
1.3.3.4 VisiJet® FTI Material Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
1.3.3.5 VisiJet® FTI Material Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
1.3.3.6 VisiJet® FTI Material Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
1.4 04. System Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
1.4.1 Client's Computer & Network Interface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
1.4.2 Electrical . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
1.4.3 Operating Environment & Workspace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
1.4.4 ProJet™ 1000 & 1500 Printer Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
1.4.5 Space Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
1.4.6 VisiJet® FTI Material Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
1.5 05. Familiarization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
1.5.1 System Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
1.6 06. Printer Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36
1.6.1 06.1 What is Included with the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37
1.6.2 06.2 Uncrating Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
1.6.3 06.3 Leveling Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41
1.6.4.2 06.4.2 Print Pad and Print Platform Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45
1.6.4.2.1 06.4.2A Removing Print Pad from Platform . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
1.6.4.3 06.4.3 Material Tray Cover Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47
1.6.4.4 06.4.4 Material Tray Gasket Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49
1.6.4.5 06.4.5 Material Tray Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50
1.6.4.6 06.4.6 Coater, Scraper Bar Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51
1.6.4.7 06.4.7 Material Cartridge Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
1.6.4.8 06.4.8 Resin Blotter Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
1.6.4.9 06.4.9 Printer Preparation for Material Color Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
1.6.5 06.5 Network and System Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
1.6.5.1 06.5.1. Basic Printer Network Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
1.6.5.2 06.5.2 Network Setup for Online Printer Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
1.6.5.3 06.5.3 Network Setup for Offline Printer Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 61
1.6.5.4 06.5.4 Printer Network Configuration & User Profile . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63
1.6.5.5 06.5.5 User ID and Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64
1.6.5.7 06.5.7 Update Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66
1.7 07. ProJet™ Client Software Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 67
1.7.1 Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 68
1.7.2 Create New Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69
1.7.3 Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 70
1.7.3.1 Current Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71
1.7.3.2 Elevator Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72
1.7.3.3 Routines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 73
1.7.3.4 Sensors and Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74
1.7.3.5 Shuttle Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76
1.7.3.6 UV Shutter Motion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77
1.7.4 Email Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78
1.7.5 Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79
1.7.6 Home Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80
1.7.7 Network Identification Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81
1.7.8 Printer ON-OFF . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82
1.7.9 Printer User Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 83
1.7.10 Prints Queue . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84
1.7.11 Print Tracking (TSV Report) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 85
1.7.12 Software Updates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 86
1.8 08. Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 87
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    1.4.4 ProJet™ 1000 & 1500 Printer Dimensions ........
  • Page 2 1.13.1 ProJet™ 1000 & 1500 Quick Reference Guide ....... . .

  • Page 3: Projet™ 1000 & 1500 Table Of Contents

    ProJet™ 1000 & 1500 Table of Contents 01. Introduction About This Guide Copyright Features & Benefits 02. Safety Symbols & Definitions 03. Safety Guidelines General Safety Guidelines Printer Safety Guidelines Visi-Jet® FTI Material Safety Guidelines 04. System Requirements Client's Computer & Network Interface Electrical Operating Environment &...

  • Page 4: Air Filter Replacement

    Printer Hardware User Diagnostics VisiJet® FTI Material 12. Spare Parts Locator 13. Other Documents ProJet™ 1000 & 1500 Quick Reference Guide ProJet™ Parts Finishing Systems User Guide VisiJet® FTI Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS & SDS) 14. Service & Support Contacts...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    The 3D System team is confident that your system will provide many years of valuable service. This user guide will provide information in how to get the best performance from your Projet 1000 / 1500 system. About This Guide Copyright...

  • Page 6: About This Guide

    About This Guide This guide is created to give you an understanding of key features, system requirements and operating procedures for your ProJet™ 1000 / 1500 Personal Printer. Click on the links which will lead you to the section of choice.

  • Page 7: Copyright

    © 2011 by 3D Systems®, All rights reserved. Under the copyright laws, this user guide may not be copied, in whole or in part, without the written consent of 3D Systems. The ProJet™ logo is a trademark of 3D Systems® and is registered in the U.S. Use of this logo without the prior written consent of 3D Systems® may constitute trademark infringement and unfair competition in violation of federal and state laws.

  • Page 8: Features & Benefits

    ProJet 1500 Max Build Size (XYZ) 6.75 x 9 x 8 in (171 x 228 x 203 mm) ProJet 1000 Max Build Size (XYZ) 6.75 x 8 x 7 in (171 x 203 x 178 mm) Vertical Build Speed Standard Mode 0.5 in/hour;...
  • Page 9 Software Easy set-up - software pre-loaded on 3D printer Get help during the printing operation is by clicking on the question mark at the right corner of software screens Print Preview provides Tips on how to manipulate the part for ultimate part placement 3D printer warranty activation at the initial system registration Easy STL, CTL file loading...

  • Page 10: Safety Symbols & Definitions

    02. Safety Symbols & Definitions Various symbols are used in this guide, the user's manual and on the product itself to ensure correct usage, to prevent danger to the user and others, and to prevent property damage. The meanings of these symbols are described below. It is important that you read these descriptions thoroughly and fully understand the contents.

  • Page 11: Safety Guidelines

    03. Safety Guidelines To ensure personal safety and to avoid damage to your printer, read and understand all safety guidelines in this section. General Safety Guidelines Printer Safety Guidelines Visi-Jet® FTI Material Safety Guidelines...

  • Page 12: General Safety Guidelines

    . With that in mind, we want to ensure the safety of our customers and prevent unsafe operating conditions. One of the safety features in the ProJet™ 1000 / 1500 Personal 3D Printer, it will automatically shut down if an unsafe condition is detected. However, improper use of the system could result in personal injury.

  • Page 13: Housekeeping

    Housekeeping Good housekeeping should be practiced in the work area. The user should clean off inside and outside of printer where material is present and properly maintain the printer in order to prevent malfunctions during the print process. Dispose of towels that have been used during cleaning according to your local regulatory guidelines.

  • Page 14: Protective Eye Wear & Clothing

    Protective Eye Wear & Clothing In the unlikely event that you are exposed to ultraviolet rays from the unit, proper precautions must be taken. To ensure your safety, protective eye wear and clothing are listed below: Potential UV Exposure Protective Equipment includes: UV-blocking safety goggles Lab coat (when performing Maintenance Procedures...

  • Page 15: Printer Safety Guidelines

    Printer Safety Guidelines High Voltage Potential & Electrical Safety Shuttle Plate Pinch Point Ultraviolet (UV) Safety...

  • Page 16: High Voltage Potential & Electrical Safety

    High Voltage Potential & Electrical Safety High If the electrical module is in need of repair, power down the modeler and unplug the power supply. Remove the side Voltage panel, then loosen the 10-32 screw and pull out the electronics tray. This will give access to the PC and Ebox (see Potential Electric Module Assembly Installation Instructions).

  • Page 17: Shuttle Plate Pinch Point

    Shuttle Plate Pinch Point Caution: A pinch point exist between the shuttle plate and the frame. When closing the shuttle plate, keep fingers and hands away from the pinch point area.

  • Page 18: Ultraviolet (Uv) Safety

    Ultraviolet (UV) Safety Ultraviolet (UV) Safety In normal operation, the ultraviolet (UV) light is completely confined, so users are not exposed to potentially harmful emitted radiation. UV light from the printer could cause personal injury. Use recommended protective eyewear which blocks the UV light. It is recommended to never purposely stare directly into the printer during operation.

  • Page 19: Visi-Jet® Fti Material Safety Guidelines

    Visi-Jet® FTI Material Safety Guidelines VisiJet® FTI Material Cartridge Procedure VisiJet ® FTI Material Cartridge Removal VisiJet® FTI Material Disposal VisiJet® FTI Material Handling VisiJet® FTI Material Safety VisiJet® FTI Material Usage...

  • Page 20: Visijet® Fti Material Cartridge Procedure

    VisiJet® FTI Material Cartridge Procedure Uncured material waste is classified as regulated, and in some areas hazardous, thereby requiring special packaging, transportation and disposal. Refer to your local local environmental regulatory agency. Applicable material "waste" includes cartridges (empty or full). Any cleaning supplies used to clean up uncured material should be disposed of in the same manner as the uncured material.

  • Page 21: Visijet ® Fti Material Cartridge Removal

    VisiJet ® FTI Material Cartridge Removal Wear protective gloves when removing print cartridge from the printer. Remove cartridge and place it in a disposal bag. Be careful not to spill, drop or expose other materials to the waste. Partially used cartridges should be returned to their original packaging to store for later use.

  • Page 22: Visijet® Fti Material Disposal

    VisiJet® FTI Material Disposal ProJet™ 1000 / 1500 3-D Personal Printer operators should be informed about the potential hazards of part material prior to performing operations which may result in exposure to uncured material. This includes removal and also, the disposal of empty cartridges or unlikely spills that may occur during operation.

  • Page 23: Visijet® Fti Material Handling

    VisiJet® FTI Material Handling Upon receipt of the part material shipment, inspect the carton for signs of physical damage and evidence of leakage on the exterior. If leakage is observed, do not open carton; immediately contact 3D Systems' Customer Support Hotline. If leakage is not present, store materials in their material kits until they are ready to use.

  • Page 24: Visijet® Fti Material Safety

    VisiJet® FTI Material Safety Training: New users should be trained in the hazards and management of materials. Such training should be provided before they begin working with the printer or disposal of material waste. Once the print material has completed its printing cycle, the print needs to be removed, cleaned and cured, rendering it safe to handle. When print material is uncured- meaning in a paste or wet form, do not touch uncured print material directly without protective gloves.

  • Page 25: Visijet® Fti Material Usage

    VisiJet® FTI Material Usage The VisiJet® Material "Best Used By" date is indicated on the material kit label. For best results, please use materials by the date indicated. When the printer detects a "Best Used By" date has expired, the software will warn the user. For best results, material should be used before the date indicated.

  • Page 26: System Requirements

    04. System Requirements Client's Computer & Network Interface Electrical Operating Environment & Workspace ProJet™ 1000 & 1500 Printer Dimensions Space Requirements VisiJet® FTI Material Cartridges...

  • Page 27: Client's Computer & Network Interface

    Client's Computer & Network Interface The internal controller in this printer provides an integrated, 10/100 - megabit-per-second (Mbps) Ethernet network connection. This connection supports both the 10 base-T and 100 base-TX Ethernet standards. The controller's connector is designed for attaching the Ethernet cable. When a facility's internal network is not 10base-T or 100base-TX, a media converter, such as a Coax to 10base-T will be required.

  • Page 28: Electrical

    3-Conductor, wire size according to local electrical code Recommend use of a back-up power supply and surge protector rated for at least 1000 VA. Note: The installation of the printer shall comply with the National Standards and Electrical Codes of the country in which it is...

  • Page 29: Operating Environment & Workspace

    Operating Environment & Workspace CAUTION! Do not install the printer in the same area as equipment that produces heavy electrical power, heavy vibration, or airborne contaminants that may adversely affect the performance of the printer. Air Conditioning The printing process can be temperature-sensitive within certain limits. Room or environmental ambient operating temperature should be maintained within a range of from 18°C to 28°C (64°F to 82°F);...

  • Page 30: Projet™ 1000 & 1500 Printer Dimensions

    ProJet™ 1000 & 1500 Printer Dimensions Printer Dimensions...

  • Page 31: Space Requirements

    Space Requirements NOTE: When planning the work area and to allow unobstructed access to the side panels when replacing modules during servicing, refer to the dimensions in this guide. NOTE: In addition to the printer's workspace, a plan for a finishing area should be considered such as countertop space for several printers, a paper wipe dispenser and a trash receptacle.

  • Page 32: Visijet® Fti Material Cartridges

    VisiJet® FTI Material Cartridges The material cartridges should be stored in a conveniently located storage cabinet in proximity to the printer. A cabinet is recommended to protect against long term exposure to external UV light sources, including sunlight, overhead lighting, or other UV light sources. Material cartridges should be stored away from strong oxidizing agents, such as hydrogen peroxide.

  • Page 33: Familiarization

    05. Familiarization Your printer has a sleek industrial design to complement your office work space. It's easy to use and network ready, featuring an intuitive web browser interface that provides shared access for your entire group. System Operation System Overview...

  • Page 34: System Operation

    Printers can be set up as a network printer or connected to locally using a LAN (Local Area Network). All the necessary software to prepare and print your design is available on the Projet system. The software uses a web based interface that can be accessed from any location.

  • Page 35: System Overview

    ProJet™ Personal 3D Printers can build 3-D parts within hours using standard STL files. ProJet™ parts can be used for testing and verification the same day. The printer may be used for all phases of design; from concept build to functional testing and assembly verification.

  • Page 36: Printer Installation

    06. Printer Installation NOTE: Do not damage or discard any packaging materials or carton. If modeler needs to be returned to the manufacturer, it should be shipped in its original package. If other packaging is used, the customer will be responsible for any shipping damages that may occur.

  • Page 37: What Is Included With The Printer

    Ensure that all parts and supplies are included in the kits and in the printer packaging. If you find that your packages are incomplete, please contact your local 3D Systems reseller. Printer Packaging Includes: ProJet 1000 & 1500 Printer...

  • Page 38: Uncrating Printer

    Cut tie straps and open the top of package. Remove the ProJet Material Starter Kit, Parts & Tool Kit, power cord, internet cable, print pads and build platforms. Lift carton up over printer.
  • Page 39 Remove all packing materials from the inside and outside of printer.

  • Page 41: Leveling Printer

    06.3 Leveling Printer It is very important that the printer is completely leveled to ensure good part quality. Ensure the work table is sturdy and does not allow movement during printer operation.

  • Page 42: Printer Preparation

    06.4 Printer Preparation NOTE: Before starting the printing process, Steps 06.4.1 - 06.4.7 must be installed for proper printing operation. 06.4.1 Cleaning Image Mirrors 06.4.2 Print Pad and Print Platform Installation 06.4.3 Material Tray Cover Installation 06.4.4 Material Tray Gasket Installation 06.4.5 Material Tray Installation Instructions 06.4.6 Coater, Scraper Bar Installation 06.4.7 Material Cartridge Installation...

  • Page 43: Cleaning Image Mirrors

    06.4.1 Cleaning Image Mirrors It is very important to clean the image mirror after unpacking the printer and before printing to remove any dust that may have occurred during transit. This is accomplished using the anti-static brush that is packed in your printer's tool kit. Never use solvents or cleaning materials other than the anti-static brush.

  • Page 45: Print Pad And Print Platform Installation

    06.4.2 Print Pad and Print Platform Installation 06.4.2A Removing Print Pad from Platform...

  • Page 46: Removing Print Pad From Platform

    06.4.2A Removing Print Pad from Platform...

  • Page 47: Material Tray Cover Installation

    06.4.3 Material Tray Cover Installation Caution: A pinch point exist between the shuttle plate and the frame. When closing the shuttle plate, keep fingers and hands clear from the pinch point area.

  • Page 49: Material Tray Gasket Installation

    06.4.4 Material Tray Gasket Installation...

  • Page 50: Material Tray Installation Instructions

    06.4.5 Material Tray Installation Instructions...

  • Page 51: Coater, Scraper Bar Installation

    06.4.6 Coater, Scraper Bar Installation...

  • Page 52: Material Cartridge Installation

    06.4.7 Material Cartridge Installation...

  • Page 53: Resin Blotter Installation

    06.4.8 Resin Blotter Installation...

  • Page 54: Printer Preparation For Material Color Change

    06.4.9 Printer Preparation for Material Color Change After a print is completed and another material color is needed for printing, the tray will need to be changed. This also includes changing the scraper bar, material gasket, material. Wear gloves when handling VisiJet® FTI Material. Pause printer by pressing the pause button on printer or using the "pause printer button"...
  • Page 55 Remove scraper bar by pulling down on each end to release it from the shuttle fingers. Place scraper bar in material tray. *To start a new print with another material cartridge, refer to Printer Set Up Module. Using Isopropyl alcohol and a lint free cloth, thoroughly clean shuttle plate fingers and the front of shuttle plate.
  • Page 56 Lift out material tray and wipe the front of tray with Isopropyl alcohol and a lint free cloth. Remove material gasket and dispose gasket. Set material tray and scraper bar aside. Clean the image plane glass and the material overflow trap located at the front of image plane. Remove material cover and place it over the top of material tray for curing process of waste material.
  • Page 57 06.4.1 Cleaning Image Mirrors 06.4.2 Print Pad and Print Platform Installation 06.4.3 Material Tray Cover Installation 06.4.4 Material Tray Gasket Installation 06.4.5 Material Tray Installation Instructions 06.4.6 Coater, Scraper Bar Installation 06.4.7 Material Cartridge Installation...

  • Page 58: Network And System Setup

    06.5 Network and System Setup The topics in this section describe how to install the printer onto the network. Before the printer can be used, the following tasks must be performed: 06.5.1. Basic Printer Network Information 06.5.2 Network Setup for Online Printer Registration 06.5.3 Network Setup for Offline Printer Registration 06.5.4 Printer Network Configuration &...

  • Page 59: Basic Printer Network Information

    06.5.1. Basic Printer Network Information Printer uses an internal computer running Windows XP on a Celeron® processor. Printer must be connected to a network through a built-in Ethernet adapter located on the back panel or directly to a PC using cross over cable connection.

  • Page 60: Network Setup For Online Printer Registration

    06.5.2 Network Setup for Online Printer Registration It is important to have the components installed described in Printer Preparation before network installation. During printer's initialization, it will detect if the material cartridge, material cover and other parts described in Printer Preparation are installed. This will prevent errors occurring during initialization.

  • Page 61: Network Setup For Offline Printer Registration

    Copy the registration token. You will need this token to continue registering once you get to the printer's site. Turn power on to the printer and connect the cross-over cable to your PC and the back of ProJet 1000 / 1500 Printer.
  • Page 62 Scan through the list of numbers that appears. Next to the words "IP Address" will be the IP address 169.254.1.1 that the DHCP has assigned. Cut and paste the registration token and select "Store Token." Continue registering the printer by selecting "Register your ProJet 1000 / 1500." Follow Printer Network Configuration &...

  • Page 63: Printer Network Configuration & User Profile

    06.5.4 Printer Network Configuration & User Profile Printer Network DHCP is the default setting for the printer. When the computer is turned on, it will look for the DHCP server in the network and will automatically set up your IP address (recommended setting). If Static IP address is desired, the system's administrator should configure the fields in the highlighted area to access the printer.

  • Page 64: User Id And Password

    06.5.5 User ID and Password The administrator can login using the username and password they have selected. You can assign a User ID and password to each client to enable them to access the printer. Once the User ID and password are set, the user may change the password to one that can be easily remembered.

  • Page 65: Print Preview Installation

    06.5.6 Print Preview Installation Please install the ProJet Desktop software before creating a print.

  • Page 66: Update Software

    06.5.7 Update Software...

  • Page 67: Projet™ Client Software Overview

    07. ProJet™ Client Software Overview Click on the screens to see the various functions of the screens including a description of their functionality. Alerts Create New Print Diagnostics Current Status Elevator Motion Routines Sensors and Output Shuttle Motion UV Shutter Motion...

  • Page 68: Alerts

    Alerts On the "Home" page, click on "Alerts" to view current status of your machine. The purpose of the Alerts is to inform you of what state the system is in.

  • Page 69: Create New Print

    Create New Print On the "Home" page, click on "Prints" and select "New" in the drop down menu to view "Create New Print" screen. The purpose of the New Print Create Page is to allow users a method for naming prints, projects, and choosing the materials and print styles before printing.

  • Page 70: Diagnostics

    Diagnostics There are six diagnostic pages that allows you to view motion of the Shuttle, UV Shutter and Elevator. The purpose of the Sensors & Outputs page is to provide feedback from various sensors and provides the ability to toggle some of the system hardware on and off. The Routine page performs maintenance routines for material tray, curing waste material and performing a material coat test.

  • Page 71: Current Status

    Current Status On the "Home" page, click on "Advanced" and select "Diagnostic" in the drop down menu to view "Current Status Screen" screen. The purpose of the Current Status page is provide a forum where the system can provide the status on the major components of the system. Printer Serial Number - each system has its own unique system serial number.

  • Page 72: Elevator Motion

    Elevator Motion On the "Home" page, click on "Advanced" and select "Diagnostic" in the drop down menu to view "Elevator Motion" screen. The purpose of the Shuttle Motion page is to allow the user to open, close and home the UV Shutter door. Left Home Sensor is a readout of the left sensor HW when manually enabled.

  • Page 73: Routines

    Routines On the "Home" page, click on "Advanced" and select "Diagnostic" in the drop down menu to view "Routines" screen. The purpose of the Shuttle Motion page is to allow the user to open, close and home the UV Shutter door. Perform Maintenance Routine enables the shuttle assembly to move back and forth to remove any excess debris that may be in the tray.

  • Page 74: Sensors And Output

    Sensors and Output On the "Home" page, click on "Advanced" and select "Diagnostic" in the drop down menu to view "Sensors and Ouput" screen. The purpose of the Sensors & Outputs page is to provide feedback from various sensors and provides the ability to toggle some of the system hardware on and off.

  • Page 76: Shuttle Motion

    Shuttle Motion On the "Home" page, click on "Advanced" and select "Diagnostic" in the drop down menu to view "Shuttle Motion" screen. The purpose of the Shuttle Motion page is to allow for the user to correct shuttle errors, and to manually home the shuttle, or fill the tray. Home Sensor is a readout of the sensor HW when manually enabled.

  • Page 77: Uv Shutter Motion

    UV Shutter Motion On the "Home" page, click on "Advanced" and select "Diagnostic" in the drop down menu to view "UV Shutter Motion" screen. The purpose of the Shuttle Motion page is to allow the user to open, close and home the UV Shutter door. Home Sensor is a readout of the sensor HW when manually enabled.

  • Page 78: Email Settings

    Email Settings On the "Home" page, click on "Settings" and select "Printer" in the drop down menu to view "Email Settings" screen. The purpose of the Email Setting is to set your email account to the correct browser to receive email notifications. Find your POP3/SMTP mail settings from your email client.

  • Page 79: Help

    Help On the "Home" page, click on "Help" menu. The Help menu will link you to 3dpedia to view other documentation. Once at 3dpedia login page, enter pj15k for both user name and password; click on login to gain access to 3dpedia.

  • Page 80: Home Page

    Home Page Material: shows how much material is in cartridge. Bulb Status: shows current bulb energy status. When this gets to 50%, you will be prompted to change the bulb for better performance printer performance. Print Name: name of current print being printed Print Height: the current height the print is built to.

  • Page 81: Network Identification Settings

    Network Identification Settings On the "Home" page, click on "Settings" and select "Printer" in the drop down menu to view "Network Identification Settings" screen. The purpose of the Network Identification Settings is to identify your printer network settings. Printer Name- If the system administrator chooses to do so, they can change the system name to one that they desire. This requires a printer reboot to take effect..

  • Page 82: Printer On-Off

    Printer ON-OFF On the "Home" page, click on "Advanced" and select "Printer On/OFF" in the drop down menu to view "Printer Operations" screen. The purpose of the printer operations is to shutdown ir reboot printer or to restore printer's default.

  • Page 83: Printer User Account

    Printer User Account On the "Home" page, click on "Settings" and select "Users" in the drop down menu to view "Printer User Account" screen. The purpose of the Uuser page is to list all registered users for the printer. This is the place all user data is added, and removed after a printer has been registered.

  • Page 84: Prints Queue

    Prints Queue On the "Home" page, click on "Prints" and select "Queue" in the drop down menu to view "Prints Queue" screen. The purpose of the Prints Queue page is to provide a list of all available prints created on your printer. The list also provides specific information for each print.

  • Page 85: Print Tracking (Tsv Report)

    Print Tracking (TSV Report) On the "Home" page, click on "Print" and select "Tracking" in the drop down menu to view "Print Tracking" screen. The purpose of the Print tracking page is to allow for the user to open and view a history of prints on the printer. The information can be retrieved by pressing the Download Data button and opening the TSV file in spreadsheet.

  • Page 86: Software Updates

    Software Updates On the "Home" page, click on "Advanced" and select "Softwarer Updates" in the drop down menu to view available software. Check for updates can be set manually or daily through monthly. Installed Versions show the version of software previously donloaded to you printer. Available Versions are new releases of software.

  • Page 87: Operations

    08. Operations NOTE:After each print, the printer must be clean to ensure that there is no debris or material residue left on the image plane glass and inside of chamber. To ensure the set-up is correct and the printer is performing properly, a "Test Print" is recommended. Please follow the operation instructions to create your first print.
  • Page 88 08.5. Alert Messages 08.6 Printer LED Status Lights...

  • Page 89: Print Process & Previewing Print

    08.1 Print Process & Previewing Print Before starting to your print, preparing the printer for a print must be accomplished. Please refer to 06.4 Printer Preparation and complete the steps before printing. Login to the printer to begin the print process. 08.1.01 Create a New Print 08.1.02 Submitting a Print to Print Preview 08.1.03 Previewing Prints...

  • Page 90: Create A New Print

    08.1.01 Create a New Print To create a print, a print name and project name has to be assigned before a print can be viewed in Print Preview. Follow the instructions to start the print process. Create a Print Name for the part that is being submitted.

  • Page 91: Submitting A Print To Print Preview

    08.1.02 Submitting a Print to Print Preview Submit a Print Add part(s) to Print Preview by addinga STL files onto the preview's platform. This is a simulation of the actual printer's platform. Parts can be scaled, rotated, mirrored, and other various manipulations to ensure that the part prints...
  • Page 92 3. Parts will be sliced in Print Preview before it is sent to the printer's queue. NOTE: Parts will shrink in X and Y. The degree of shrinkage depends on print geometry. 3D Systems recommends that the default value should be used until the user has enough...

  • Page 93: Previewing Prints

    08.1.03 Previewing Prints Print Preview Installation Previewing enables you to see a three-dimensional view of the print. It is used to change the rotation or arrangement of STL, and to add additional file. 8.1.03.1 Print Preview Moving and Placing Parts Part Colors in the Viewing Area 8.1.03.2 Preview Browser Overview Add Parts...

  • Page 94: Print Preview

    8.1.03.1 Print Preview Moving and Placing Parts Requirements for Moving Parts with the Pointer System Coordinates Part Colors in the Viewing Area...
  • Page 95 Moving and Placing Parts You can move parts by dragging them with the pointer, or by specifying a new location in a dialog box. You can also automatically place parts. In all cases, parts can only be moved in the X and Y planes. Parts cannot be stacked, and the Z location of parts is automatically set by the system. Also See: Requirements for Moving Parts with the Pointer System Coordinates...
  • Page 96 Requirements for Moving Parts with the Pointer To move parts with the pointer, you must: use the Top or Bottom view of the viewing area have the selection pointer selected When these requirements are satisfied, you can drag parts to a desired location within the build envelope.
  • Page 97 System Coordinates The system uses X, Y, and Z coordinates to place STL files in the build area. The diagram shows how the coordinate axes are arranged. Note that the Y axis, rather than the X, is the one that faces you, and the Z axis increases as the print platform is lowered .
  • Page 98 Part Colors in the Viewing Area Parts are displayed in shades of green or blue when they are within the build envelope, and in red when they are not. Selected parts are displayed in yellow within the build envelope, and in orange when not...

  • Page 99: Preview Browser Overview

    8.1.03.2 Preview Browser Overview Click on the icons located on the top of the print preview screen to identify their functions.
  • Page 100 Add Parts To add a part, click the Add Part button or select File, Add a STL or CTL File The system displays a file browser dialog box which you can use to select one or more parts. After selecting the parts, the system adds them to the model job and and sets the parts to a specific Z location.
  • Page 101 Align Parts Facings Instead of manually rotating parts, you can select a triangle on the part and have the system align the part until the selected triangle faces a desired direction: up, down, the X-Z axis or the Y-Z axis. Select a triangle using the triangle selection tool, the align facing buttons become...
  • Page 102 Auto Place This tool arranges parts for optimum build speed. Select the parts and click on auto place. The parts will automatically arrange in the build envelope. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 103 Back View This view point button is a back two dimensional viewpoint. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 104 Bottom View This view point button is a bottom two dimensional viewpoint. It allows you to move the selected parts on the build envelope. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 105 Confirming part units If you add a part that is much larger than the platform, the system will ask to confirm the part's units. Unable to render embedded object: File (confirmingpartunit.jpg) not found.
  • Page 106 Copy To copy height=300,width=400! a part, select part and click on the copy icon. A dialog box will appear asking for the number of copies and the distance between them. Enter number of copies distance, click Apply to generate copies. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 107 Create Job and Return to Web Browser Select create job and return to web browser when part is ready to go into the print queue. Once selected, a dialog box will open and give you progress on generating the print file. Once completed, the job will be submitted to the print queue.
  • Page 108 Delete To delete a part / parts from the platform, select a part using the "Select part" or "Select all" tool and then click the delete icon to delete the selected part / parts. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 109 De-Select all When using the De-Select all icon, all parts on the platform will become stationary. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 110 De-select All Triangles Use the de-select all triangles to de-select the triangular facets on parts. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 111 Display Support Creation Surface Select the part and click on the Display Support Creation Surface to identify where the supports are placed on the part. The support structure will be high-lighted green. Use the trackball to rotate the platform to view structure. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 112 Edit Supports To edit supports, the part must be in the top or bottom view. Click on the edit support, a dialog box will appear; the existing support structure will appear. You can not delete automatic generated support structures but you can add more to the print in the X,Y axis.
  • Page 113 Estimate Build Time Click on the estimate build time icon to estimate the time it will take to build the part. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 114 Front View This view point button is a front two dimensional viewpoint. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 115 Generate and Preview Supports To generate and preview supports, the part must be in the top or bottom view. Select part and then select top or bottom view icon. Click on the generate and preview supports icon, a dialog box will appear; the support structure will begin to create.
  • Page 116 . After typing in the log in information, select "Remember my login on this computer" and then click on "Log In". The ProJet 1000 / 1500 User Guide will become available to help in searching the information in question.
  • Page 117 Isometric View This view point button is an isometric 3-D viewpoint. It scales and orients the display to the standard view point from one corner of the build envelope. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 118 Left View This view point button is a left two dimensional viewpoint. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 119 Mirror To create a mirror image of one or several parts, select the parts and click the mirror icon; the dialog box will appear. Choose an axis around which to mirror the part, and a separation distance, click Apply. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 120 Right View This view point button is a right two dimensional viewpoint. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 121 Rotate Select the part to rotate and click on the rotate icon. Use the dialog box to rotate the degree amount in Y,X,Z directions in the maximum of 180°. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 122 Scale Parts can be scaled by percentages, eith isometric meaning all axes get the same scale factor or differently in each axis. Select one or several parts and click on the scale icon; the dialog box appears. Enter a scale value, then click the apply.
  • Page 123 Scale inch to mm The parts unit can be changed from inch to millimeters by multiplying 25.4 to the part measurement. Select the part and click Scale inch to mm icon. A dialog box will ask if you want to proceed with the modifications; select "Yes"...
  • Page 124 Scale mm to inch The parts unit can be changed from millimeters to inch by dividing 25.4 into the part measurement. Select the part and click Scale to inch icon. A dialog box will ask if you want to proceed with the modifications; select "Yes" to proceed with the parts unit changes or select "No"...
  • Page 125 Select All Select a multiple parts; the parts will high light once selected. To manipulate parts on the platform, select the Bottom View Top View icon. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 126 Selected Part Information Click on the selected part information icon to display the part's information dialog with details about the currently selected part. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 127 Selected Parts View selected parts enlarges the selected parts until they fill the viewing area. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 128 Select part Select a single part; the part will high light once selected. To manipulate part on the platform, select the Bottom View Top View icon. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 129 Shaded Display Using a Shaded Display allows visualization of the solid design structure of a part. When using the wireframe display, toggle back to the Shaded Display to view the solid design. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 130 Top View This view point button is a top two dimensional viewpoint. It allows you to move the selected parts on the build envelope. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 131 Trackball View Use the trackball view to change the platform viewing area. Normal dragging (with the left mouse button pressed down) rotates the viewing area. When using the right mouse button, the build envelope can be dragged around within the viewing area. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 132 Translate Use the translate part dialog box to move parts by entering inch values. The dialog box allows relative movement (parts are moved from their current location in specified X and Y axis) as well as absolute (parts are specified in the specified X,Y coordinates).
  • Page 133 Triangle Selection Use the triangle selection to select one or more individual triangular facets on parts. After you select more than one facet, press the shift key while clicking. If you select more than one facet on a single part, that part will not be reoriented when you use the align facing button.
  • Page 134 Undo Click the undo icon to bring part back to its previous state after changes have been made. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 135 Undo Zoom click on the undo zoom button continously, the build envelope will reduce incrementally until they are at the normal viewing area. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 136 Verify Verification detects and fixes problems in the STL. Also individual STL part can be verified by selecting it and then clicking the Verify icon. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 137 View All Parts View all parts display the parts, and enlarges them as much as possible omitting empty portions of the build Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 138 View Platform and Parts This predefined view zooms the view to include the entire build envelope and all the parts on the platform. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 139 Wire Frame Using a wire frame allows visualization of the underlying design structure of a part. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...
  • Page 140 Zoom Zoom in on the parts incrementally to enlarge until they fill the viewing area. Click here to return to Print Preview Browser...

  • Page 141: Save A Print

    08.1.04 Save a Print Prepare and save a job on the PC for submitting later and skipping the preparation steps. A saved job is specific to a single PC and can only be printed or deleted from that PC. To save a print: Click on the...

  • Page 142: Delete A Print

    08.2. Delete a Print Printing jobs can be canceled at anytime in the Print Queue by clicking cancel. To cancel model job(s): The red is used to Delete a print. When this button is pressed, the user will be prompted to confirm the selection and abort the print.

  • Page 143: Part Removal & Cleaning Procedure

    08.3. Part Removal & Cleaning Procedure Caution: Follow all safety precautions when handling uncured material. Wear Nitrile gloves when handling uncured parts. "Safety Guidelines" For information on how to clean parts, refer to the ProJet Part Finishing System Users Guide...

  • Page 144: Shutting Down System

    08.4. Shutting Down System If print queue is empty and the printer is not going to be used for a period of time, shut down system by going to "Advanced" tab and selecting on/off, then shutdown printer. After a few minutes the speed up indicating that the system is shutting down. Once this has occurred, you may turn the unit off at the switch on the rear panel...

  • Page 145: Alert Messages

    08.5. Alert Messages *Alerts are events that occur during normal operations. The user will be notified by email and also by viewing in the messages that appear at the top of the screens. Cartridge Alerts Cartridge Empty Cartridge Low Cartridge Very Low Imager Alerts Imager output is Low Print Alerts...

  • Page 146: Cartridge Alerts

    Cartridge Alerts These alerts are sent to the user to notify them of the status of the cartridge. Cartridge Empty Cartridge Low Cartridge Very Low...

  • Page 147: Cartridge Empty

    Cartridge Empty Cause: The Cartridge is empty Action: Replace Cartridge Printer LED Status: Red Constant...

  • Page 148: Cartridge Low

    Cartridge Low Cause: The Cartridge is at 10% of capacity Action: Replace Cartridge / Order from Reseller Printer LED Status: RED Constant...

  • Page 149: Cartridge Very Low

    Cartridge Very Low Cause: Cartridge is at 5% of Capacity Action: Replace Cartridge / Order from Reseller Printer LED Status: RED Constant...

  • Page 150: Imager Alerts

    Imager Alerts Alert Messages are sent when the imager output are sub-optimal. Imager output is Low...

  • Page 151: Imager Output Is Low

    Imager output is Low Cause: The output from the imager bulb is low Action: Replace Imager Bulb Printer LED Status: RED Constant...

  • Page 152: Print Alerts

    Print Alerts Print alters occur during the build process that require user intervention. Print Aborted Print Complete...

  • Page 153: Print Aborted

    Print Aborted Cause: Job in Progress was deleted from the queue. Action: Open doors, remove print platform, and insert platform for next job. Part will be uncured resin - Must follow recommended procedures and safety guidelines Printer LED Status: Red Constant...

  • Page 154: Print Complete

    Print Complete Cause: The printer completed a job and doors are unlocked so part can be removed. Action: Follow the printer preparation before starting a new print job. Remove the print platform. Caution: Part will be uncured resin - Please follow recommended procedures and safety guidelines while handling materials.

  • Page 155: Printer Led Status Lights

    08.6 Printer LED Status Lights Refer to 08.6.01 User Interface Control Panel LED Operation to view the buttons and their operation. The LED status lights located on the front door panel are indicators to let you know what state the printer is in during start up and operation. See the color code chart below to determine status of the printer.

  • Page 156: User Interface Control Panel Led Operation

    08.6.01 User Interface Control Panel LED Operation IMPORTANT: When operating the control panel, press the LED button once and wait for the LED to change color status. Before unlocking the door, press "PAUSE" and wait until the "UNLOCK" symbol on LED illuminates.

  • Page 157: Maintenance

    09. Maintenance 1. Clean Image Plane & Material Trap 2. Cleaning Outer Surfaces 3. Cleaning Image Mirrors 4. Air Filter Replacement 5. Preventative Maintenance Check List 6. Replacement Parts 7. Returning Printer for Repair...

  • Page 158: Cleaning Image Mirrors

    3. Cleaning Image Mirrors Click on the link for Imaging Mirrors cleaning instructions. Cleaning Image Mirrors...

  • Page 159: Clean Image Plane & Material Trap

    1. Clean Image Plane & Material Trap Wear gloves when handling VisiJet® FTI Material. Unlock shuttle plate and lift up. Using a lint free cloth and Isopropyl alcohol, dampen the cloth with alcohol and wipe the image plane completely to remove material debris from the glass.

  • Page 160: Cleaning Outer Surfaces

    2. Cleaning Outer Surfaces To maintain high print quality and performance, thoroughly clean printer between prints and whenever print quality problems occur. Cleaning Surfaces Clean outer surfaces as needed following the guidelines below: Clean printer with a lint free cloth. Remove dust from outer surfaces of the printer by wiping with a clean dry, lint-free cloth.

  • Page 161: Preventative Maintenance Check List

    5. Preventative Maintenance Check List Wear gloves when handling VisiJet® FTI Material. Perform preventive maintenance on an weekly basis or after a predetermined amount of V-flash™ material has been used. Use total build hours as a measure of when to perform preventive maintenance. CLEAN Using a lint free cloth, wipe down the left and right elevator assemblies.

  • Page 162: Air Filter Replacement

    4. Air Filter Replacement There are four air filters in the system; two in the back panel and one in each side panel. These filters will need be changed over a period of time depending on the room environment and the usage of the printer. Please check filters periodically to ensure that they are not clogged with dust and debris.

  • Page 163: Replacement Parts

    6. Replacement Parts To view the parts and modules that are available, click on the ProJet™ 1000 & 1500 Spare Parts Locator . Once at the log in page, please type in pj15K for user name and pj15k for password.

  • Page 164: Returning Printer For Repair

    7. Returning Printer for Repair Guidelines for repacking the printer When shipping the printer for service or repair, use the original shipping carton and packing material. Shipping damage as a result of inadequate packing is your responsibility. If you have already disposed of the packing material, contact 3D Systems Customer Support for information on ordering new packaging material.

  • Page 165: Error Messages

    10. Error Messages Error Messages may appear during the operation. This section describes the cause of an error during the operation of the printer and a solution to cause. Elevator Error Messages Imager Error Messages Material Cartridge Error Messages Shuttle Error Messages...

  • Page 166: Elevator Error Messages

    Elevator Error Messages ERROR MESSAGE CAUSE SOLUTION "ELEVATOR_HOME_FAILURE" ELEVATOR DID REMOVE PRINT PLATFORM "ELEVATOR_HOME_TIMEOUT" NOT GO TO THE "ELEVATOR_LEFT_HOME_FAILURE" HOME OPEN "ELEVATOR MOTION" UNDER ADVANCED\DIAGNOSTICS "ELEVATOR_RIGHT_HOME_FAILURE" POSITION. CLICK ON HOME ELEVATOR AND SEE IF EACH ONE GOES TO HOME POSITION IF RIGHT OR LEFT ELEVATOR DOES NOT HOME, VERIFY ENCODER CONNECTOR IS PLUGGED IN CORRECTLY.

  • Page 167: Imager Error Messages

    "ERROR.IMAGER_AUTO_PROFILE_FAILED" BULB MAY BE BAD OR CHECK BULB STATUS. IF BULB STATUS IS LESS THAN NEEDS REPLACING. 50% OR OVER 1000 HOURS CONSIDER REPLACING BULB. IF BULB STATUS DOES NOT MEET EITHER OF THESE TWO CRITERIA CONTACT YOUR SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE.

  • Page 168: Material Cartridge Error Messages

    Material Cartridge Error Messages ERROR MESSAGE CAUSE SOLUTION "ERROR.BUILD_MATERIAL_INCOMPATIBLE" BUILD MATERIAL IN PRINT DOES VERIFY CARTRIDGE IS INSTALLED TO NOT MATCH BUILD MATERIAL IN MATCH THE BUILD MATERIAL IN THE CARTRIDGE. PRINT YOU DESIRE. "ERROR.MATERIAL_CARTRIDGE_EMPTY" EMPTY CARTRIDGE MATERIAL CARTRIDGE IS EMPTY. A NEW MATERIAL CARTRIDGE WILL BE NEEDED TO CONTINUE PRINTING.

  • Page 169: Shuttle Error Messages

    Shuttle Error Messages ERROR MESSAGE CAUSE SOLUTION "ERROR.SHUTTLE_COAT_FAILURE" THE SHUTTLE FAILED TO UNLOCK THE DOOR AND OPEN TO CHECK FOR "ERROR.SHUTTLE_HOME_FAILURE" MAKE SCRAPE POSITION. OBSTRUCTION. IF NONE: 1- CLOSE AND LOCK DOOR "ERROR.SHUTTLE_FILL_FAILURE" THE SHUTTLE FAILED TO 2- GO TO ADVANCED\DIAGNOSTICS ON THE MENU BAR. "ERROR.SHUTTLE_SCRAP_FAILURE"...

  • Page 170: Troubleshooting

    11. Troubleshooting Printer Hardware User Diagnostics Material Tray Cure Routine Perform Low Material Tray Fill Perform New Material Tray Fill Perform Routine Maintenance Start Coat Test VisiJet® FTI Material...

  • Page 171: Printer Hardware

    Printer Hardware Failure Cause Solution Printer will not power up. Power cord not plug into outlet or the outlet Ensure power cord is securely connected to the wall and to the is not working. printer. Ensure electrical outlet is working. Coater bar is not coating Debris may be interfering with the coater Clear all debris from material tray.

  • Page 172: User Diagnostics

    User Diagnostics User diagnostics should be performed when problems occur to the modeler and also a routine diagnostics should be performed to ensure all devices are in working order to prevent problems from arising. When performing the user diagnostics, the software will check all devices for proper function and if problems exist, perform the diagnostic test again to ensure the malfunction.

  • Page 173: Material Tray Cure Routine

    Material Tray Cure Routine Wear gloves for this routine. To start routine, click on the "Material Tray Cure Routine" button. All buttons will fade and a message to open door will appear at the top of the screeen, click "OK."...
  • Page 174 Unlock and open shuttle plate; click "OK." Remove coater bar and place it into the material tray. Clean spring fingers and shuttle assembly; click "OK."...
  • Page 175 Place material cover over material tray and close printer's front door; click "OK." The printer is ready to cure the excess material in the tray. This will take approximately 5 mintutes. DO NOT attempt to open the door until the printer prompts that the curing...
  • Page 176 Once curing routine is completed, click OK to exit routine. Remove material tray and cover, material gasket and coater bar. Place all items in the plastic locking bag included in original package. Refer to Visi-Jet® FTI Material Safety Guidelines proper material handling and disposal.
  • Page 177 Clean the image plane (glass) with lint free wipes and IPA. Clean the material trap and inside of printer thoroughly to prepare the printer for the next print. Refer to Printer Preparation for installation of printing materials.

  • Page 178: Perform Low Material Tray Fill

    Perform Low Material Tray Fill To start routine, click on the "Perform Low Material Tray Fill" button. All buttons will fade and messages will appear in the screen during the process. 25g of material will be added to the tray. NOTE: There is a limit to 4-fills to protect against overflowing the material tray.

  • Page 179: Perform New Material Tray Fill

    Perform New Material Tray Fill To start routine, click on the "Perform New Material Tray Fill" button. All buttons will fade and messages will appear in the screen during the process. Material will begin flowing into the material tray. NOTE: The material tray MUST be empty or near empty or the material tray could overflow.

  • Page 180: Perform Routine Maintenance

    Perform Routine Maintenance To start routine maintenance, click on the "Perform Routine Maintenance" button. All buttons will fade and messages will appear in the screen during the process. The shuttle will move back and forth clearing the material tray of debris. It may be necessary to remove large pieces of debris using a putty knife;...

  • Page 181: Start Coat Test

    Start Coat Test To start routine, enter the number of coat cycles up to five (5) in the "Coat Cycles." "Click on the "Start Coat Test" button. All buttons will fade and messages will appear in the screen during the process. The coater/scraper bar will move back and forth in the material tray to coat it with material. Once completed, the buttons will become normal and a message will appear stating complete.

  • Page 182: Visijet® Fti Material

    VisiJet® FTI Material Failure Cause Solution Cartridge Interface RFID reader Cartridge may not be Ensure cartridge is installed correctly and reboot the printer. If problem can not read RFID tag on properly installed into the presist, contact your authorized 3D Systems Reseller representative. cartridge.

  • Page 183: Spare Parts Locator

    12. Spare Parts Locator To view the parts and modules that are available, click on the ProJet 1000 & 1500 Spare Parts Locator.

  • Page 184: Other Documents

    13. Other Documents ProJet™ 1000 & 1500 Quick Reference Guide ProJet™ Parts Finishing Systems User Guide VisiJet® FTI Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS & SDS)

  • Page 185: Projet™ 1000 & 1500 Quick Reference Guide

    ProJet™ 1000 & 1500 Quick Reference Guide Click on the link to download a copy of the ProJet™ 1000 & 1500 Quick Reference Guide. ProJet™ 1000 & 1500 Quick Reference Guide...

  • Page 186: Projet™ Parts Finishing Systems User Guide

    ProJet™ Parts Finishing Systems User Guide ProJet™ Parts Finishing System User Guide...

  • Page 187: Visijet® Fti Material Safety Data Sheet (Msds & Sds)

    VisiJet® FTI Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS & SDS) To obtain a copy of the Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) or a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) click here MSDS & SDS to access.

  • Page 188: Service & Support

    14. Service & Support Contacts How To Order Parts Service Support...

  • Page 189: Contacts

    Contacts For information, questions, or comments about your printer, material cartridges, or request service, please contact a 3D Systems Customer Service or your nearest 3D Systems authorized servicing reseller. How can we help you? Please click here for contact information...

  • Page 190: How To Order Parts

    How To Order Parts Replacement parts are available through 3D Systems Service Support and your local authorized ProJet™ reseller. New and refurbished parts are used when performing warranty repairs. Refurbished parts and systems, are parts or systems that have been returned to 3D Systems, some of which were never used by a customer.

  • Page 191: Service Support

    Service Support 3D System provides a variety of service and support options around the world. Availability of these programs will vary depending upon your location. Obtaining Service In order to obtain hardware service , you will need to contact 3D Systems Customer Support or your authorized reseller.

  • Page 192: Online Help

    15. Online Help • Find Help topics on the Content Pages of each section. Frequently Ask Questions (FAQ) Getting Help...

  • Page 193: Frequently Ask Questions (Faq)

    Is post-processing required? Post processing is required. Follow the ProJet® Material Handling and Post Processing Guide for complete detail instructions. Are there any special facility requirements or operating systems necessary to install and operate the printer? Refer to Specifications and Requirements section.
  • Page 194 This depends on the size and the complexity of the part that is being printed. If material runs out before the print has completed the print process, does the print abort? No, the printer will pause until a material cartridge is added. Once cartridge is added, the print can continue. Does the software pause the printer until cartridge is replaced? The machine will pause the build and send an email notification letting the administrator(s) know a new cartridge is required, Once new cartridge is installed, the print will continue.

  • Page 195: Getting Help

    Getting Help This section provides contact information to 3D Systems Customer Support Centers. Contact 3D Systems Corporation...

  • Page 196: Glossary Of Terms

    - this part is used by the printer to build parts. The print pad adheres to the platform and the support structures of the print attaches to the pad. ProJet Software - is used to setup, run, and manage print jobs.

  • Page 197: Index

    17. Index About This Guide Alerts Basic Printer Network Information Cartridge Empty Cartridge Low Cartridge Notifications Cartridge Very Low Clean Image Plane & Material Trap Cleaning Image Mirrors Cleaning Surfaces Client's Computer & Network Interface Coater, Scraper Bar Installation Contacts Copyright Create a New Print Create New Print...
  • Page 198 Printer Safety Guidelines Printer User Account Prints Queue ProJet™ Client Software Overview ProJet™ 1000 & 1500 Quick Reference Guide ProJet™ Parts Finishing Systems User Guide ProJet™ 1000 & 1500 Printer Dimensions Protective Eye Wear & Clothing Removing Print Pad from Platform...
  • Page 199 Troubleshooting Ultraviolet (UV) Safety Uncrating Printer Update Software User Diagnostics User ID and Password UV Shutter Motion VisiJet ® FTI Material Cartridge Removal VisiJet® FTI Material Cartridge Procedure VisiJet® FTI Material Safety VisiJet® FTI Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) Visi-Jet® FTI Material Safety Guidelines What is Included with the Printer...

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