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1. Operation and Maintenance
Read all of the following chapters that apply to your particular work.
Do not open the hood while the system is working. Do not bypass the
hood's interlock.
Do not stare at the UV light. Use protective eye glasses while the UV is ON.
Do not touch the Model and/or Support material with bare hands. Wear
gloves during cleaning of the Model and/or Support material from the
machine. If you make skin contact with Model and/or Support material,
wash the area as soon as possible with water and mild detergent.
1.1
Installation and Training Rules
An authorized Customer Support representative from Objet Geometries Ltd.
will perform the following tasks:
Unpack, install, assemble and completely check the Eden330\333 system
before approving it for operation.
Train the selected personnel to operate the system. Only trained personnel
are qualified to operate the system.
Only an authorized Customer Support representative from Objet will be
responsible for the system service and maintenance.
The user must follow all safety rules and regulations as described above.
1.2
Working with the Eden System
Procedure for Starting on the Eden330\333
1. Check that there is sufficient material in the cartridges (see Loading and
Replacing Material Cartridges).
2. Check that there is no printed model on the tray.
3. Perform the Daily Maintenance procedure.
4. Start the EDEN330.EXE program at the Embedded Workstation.
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  • Page 1 Installation and Training Rules An authorized Customer Support representative from Objet Geometries Ltd. will perform the following tasks: Unpack, install, assemble and completely check the Eden330\333 system before approving it for operation. Train the selected personnel to operate the system. Only trained personnel are qualified to operate the system.
  • Page 2 Press [OK] when ready, or [Cancel] to abort operation. The system will empty existing material in printing heads, and perform wiping. Please note that this sequence will take about 5 minutes. Turn off the EDEN330.EXE program. Switch off the machine. 4 - 2 Created by Neevia Personal Converter trial version http://www.neevia.com...
  • Page 3 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual 1.2.2 Procedure for Performing Pattern Test As a periodic procedure, it may be necessary to perform a pattern test, and to examine the nozzles status. In order to perform a pattern test, follow the next steps.
  • Page 4 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Figure 3: Pattern Test Printed onto Removable Tray Figure 4: Pattern Test Mapping 4 - 4 Created by Neevia Personal Converter trial version http://www.neevia.com...
  • Page 5 1.2.5 Procedure for cleaning or replacing the Wiper Blade The wiper blade installed in the Eden330\333 requires an easy cleaning by the user, as part of the routine maintenance procedure. This wiper blade can be also easily replaced if required.
  • Page 6 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Figure 5: Wiper Cleaning Screen Figure 6: Wiper Blade Removal 4 - 6 Created by Neevia Personal Converter trial version http://www.neevia.com...
  • Page 7 The Objet Eden330\333 operates with one cartridge of Model material and one cartridge of Support material for printing models. The net weight of each cartridge is 2.0 kilograms (4.4 lbs.) . When facing the Eden330\333, the cartridges are located in two pullout drawers in the cabinet at the lower left front of the machine.
  • Page 8 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Figure 8: Pulling cartridge out Figure 7: Opening the cabinet drawer Figure 10: MMS Display Figure 9: Support/Model Housing 4 - 8 Created by Neevia Personal Converter trial version http://www.neevia.com...
  • Page 9 To replace and load the waste container, follow the next steps: 1. Open the Eden330/333 front left door. 2. Gently, pull out the external waste container. Treat it content as polymeric material.
  • Page 10 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual 1.3 Procedure for Single Head Replacement 1.3.1 General The objective of this procedure is to guide users through the Single Head Replacement procedure. Follow the safety instructions before performing the Single Head Replacement Why and when to replace a single head? 1.3.2...
  • Page 11 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual 17.2 Step-by-step Procedure for Single Head Replacement Review: Single Head Replacement (SHR) is based on 4 major steps, as follows: 1.1 Identify the head to be replaced: This should be done primarily by performing a Pattern Test which will determine if any of the heads needs to be replaced, according to the number and location of missing nozzles on this head.
  • Page 12 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Figure 11: Illustration of 4-steps for SHR Step 1: Identify the head to be replaced: 2.1 This should be done primarily by performing a Test Pattern, which will determine if head needs to be replaced, according to number and location of missing nozzles on this head.
  • Page 13 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Figure 12: Performing ‘Test Pattern’ 4 - 13 Created by Neevia Personal Converter trial version http://www.neevia.com...
  • Page 14 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Figure 13: Example of peeling orifice plate. * Note that when an orifice plate peels at either end this might not necessarily affect nozzles status, and therefore Single Head Replacement should be reconsidered. 4 - 14 Created by Neevia Personal Converter trial version http://www.neevia.com...
  • Page 15 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Figure 14: Example of a severe case of missing nozzles 4 - 15 Created by Neevia Personal Converter trial version http://www.neevia.com...
  • Page 16 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Starting the Head Replacement: 3.1 This step will be carried out automatically and will take few minutes. The Wizard will empty the heads before Single Head Replacement wipe the heads when done. 3.2 Please note that head replacement does not require washing the heads with washing detergent.
  • Page 17 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Screen 16: Select the head(s) to be replaced Select the head you are about to replace. You may have multiple selections of a few heads at the same time. Please note the head order, as shown in the picture (Head S3 is first left;...
  • Page 18 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Screen 17: Emptying block process At this stage, the printing block would automatically be positioned over the wiper location, and the head will drain. Please note that this step may take few minutes, as it requires heating of the heads prior to the draining process.
  • Page 19 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Head Replacement: 4.1 This step will be guide the user through actual head replacement, after the head’s draining has been completed. Screen 18: Replacing the head At this stage, the user is prompted to replace the head(s) selected.
  • Page 20 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Figure 19: Open the new SHR box, and carefully read the enclosed safety instructions Figure 20: Wear the safety gloves prior to the SHR procedure 4 - 20 Created by Neevia Personal Converter trial version...
  • Page 21 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Figure 21: Release lower locking screw (Head S2 in this example)* Figure 22: Release Upper locking screw (Head S2 in this example) 4 - 21 Created by Neevia Personal Converter trial version http://www.neevia.com...
  • Page 22 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Figure 23: Use a Flat-End screwdriver if necessary Figure 24: Open the ‘Heads Driver’ compartment by releasing the door screws 4 - 22 Created by Neevia Personal Converter trial version http://www.neevia.com...
  • Page 23 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Figure 25: Lift the ‘Heads Driver’ compartment door to vertical position Figure 26: Press the lower head’s screw 4 - 23 Created by Neevia Personal Converter trial version http://www.neevia.com...
  • Page 24 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Figure 27: Press the upper head’s screw Figure 28: Pull out the head’s driver card (about 5mm) until it is released from its connector 4 - 24 Created by Neevia Personal Converter trial version...
  • Page 25 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Figure 29: The head would already be almost falling out. Hold your hand underneath it and gently withdraw it from the printing block Figure 30: Pull the entire head out. Make sure the head card is slides easily down and out.
  • Page 26 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Step 4: Replacing a Head – Installing New Head: 6.1 Remove the new head from its packing, and record the head S.N. Figure 31: Gently, remove the head from its packing. Figure 32: Insert the new head into position. Note the ‘Front’ and ‘Back’...
  • Page 27 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Please also note if the O-ring is missing from the removed head. In this case, the O- ring may still be in the head’s entry holes and must be removed prior to head replacement Figure 33: Insert the head driver into its slot by pressing it gently as shown above.
  • Page 28 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Figure 34: Lock and tighten the lower and upper screws by hand Figure 35: Lock and tighten the head driver compartment as shown above and remove all tools from tray. 4 - 28 Created by Neevia Personal Converter trial version...
  • Page 29 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Screen 36: Confirm the head replacement After Head Replacement - Confirm: This stage guides the user after head replacement, in order to ensure that the new head was inserted correctly. Screen 37: Ensure the replaced head is level with all other heads.
  • Page 30 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Screen 38: Confirm that all tools and damaged heads have been removed from the tray and machine working area. Screen 39: If the newly inserted head is not recognized by the software, the user will be requested to reinsert the head’s driver card.
  • Page 31 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Screen 40: If the head does not contain the factory data, the user will be requested to insert a new version of the head. Screen 41: At this stage, the system will perform an automated vacuum test to ensure there is no vacuum leakage as a result of head replacement.
  • Page 32 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Screen 42: An automated test has detected that the vacuum is dropping due to incorrect head installation. The wizard will guide the user how to remove and reinsert the head. This may take some time, as the system will empty the heads once again.
  • Page 33 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual After Head Replacement – Automated Weight Test: When head replacement has been completed, the application will perform an automated weight test in order to detect and set the head’s weight properties. What is a ‘Weight Test’? A weight test is an automated test mode, whereby the system prints a set of 8 rectangles (one from every head), lasting about 25 minutes.
  • Page 34 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Screen 45: Printing the weight test When weight test printing has been completed, the user will find a number of rectangles on the tray, as detailed below. Please pay special attention to the order of the rectangles (S3 being the furthest left;...
  • Page 35 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Figure 46: The ‘Weight Test’ Order Figure 47: Removing the ‘Weight Test’ rectangles 4 - 35 Created by Neevia Personal Converter trial version http://www.neevia.com...
  • Page 36 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Figure 48: Measuring the weight of each rectangle Important Note: Measure rectangles of all heads, including the replaced head(s) and insert results into the wizard screen. Tip: Required Model weight should be approximately 3.65 grams (per rectangle);...
  • Page 37 Objet Geometries Ltd Eden330\333 User Manual Screen 49: Entering the weight test data Screen 50: SHR has been successfully completed 4 - 37 Created by Neevia Personal Converter trial version http://www.neevia.com...

  • Page 38: Daily & Weekly Maintenance

    1.4 Daily & Weekly Maintenance The Eden machine has been designed to provide trouble-free operation. The system does however require minimal routine maintenance. Warning: Operation and maintenance of the Eden330\333 is to be carried out by trained personnel only. Warranty Restrictions The product warranty for any product or spare part shall not include damaged caused intentionally or accidentally.
  • Page 39 • additional resin bottles to be available if required. Please note - As the Eden330\333 is equipped with PolyLog system, there is no need to replace the bottles – unless required by the Job Manager. Clean the top table of the system with a cloth soaked in water. If liquid •...

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