Inserting A Plastic Modeling Base; To Reuse A Plastic Modeling Base - Stratasys Prodigy Plus User Manual

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Inserting a Plastic Modeling Base

Prior to inserting a plastic modeling base (substrate) into the tray,
remove any material buildup on and behind the Z-platform and
around the lead screw. Failure to do so could cause the modeling
base to be unlevel or, if the buildup is large enough, cause the Z-
stage to jam at its upper limit.
Set the modeling base down on the Z-platform allowing the four
outer tabs to drop into the cutouts in the sheet metal tray. Slide the
modeling base forward until it is flush with the front edge of the tray
(see Figure 6). Secure the base with the two retainers.
When inserting and removing the modeling base, use
the handle to avoid touching the top surface. Grease
and oil that contact the top build surface could cause
poor part adhesion. You can clean the top build surface
with isopropyl alcohol if necessary.
Slide modeling
base into the
side tray guides
(2 on other side).
Figure 6: Inserting a plastic modeling base

To reuse a plastic modeling base:

The square outlines on the modeling base represent modeling
areas. The base is intended for single-use on each modeling area.
Building on a used modeling area may cause a part to curl or break
loose from the modeling base.
Before inserting a used modeling base into the machine, make
sure that all material above the previous part's first layer is
removed from the base.
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