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1 cara Print Clean General Information cara Print Clean is a 3D print cleaning system supplied by Kulzer GmbH, Leipziger Straße 2, 63450 Hanau, Germany Manufacturer: B9Creations, 2828 Plant Street; STE 2, Rapid City, SD 57702, USA To simplify understandability of this Operating manual, wording „isopropyl alcohol“ or „isopropanol“ is used as synonym for all officially approved cleaning solvents.
Instructions for Safe Use Explanation of Symbols Symbol Accompanying word(s) Explanation CAUTION This symbol indicates safety-relevant paragraphs and sections in these working instructions. NOTE This symbol indicates information within the working instructions that optimizes the use of the unit. -6 - WARNING This symbol warns of the dangers of electric voltage.
Operations and Maintenance Log Book Kulzer GmbH recommends the operator keeps a log book for the cara Print Clean. All tests on the equipment, necessary or suggested compliance testing and essential works (e.g. repair work, modifications) should be documented in this book.
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Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. If this equipment is receiving interference that affects the cara Print Clean, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures: •...
NOTE Isopropyl alcohol is the only solvent suitable to be used in the cara Print Clean. Using any other substance as the solvent will void the warranty. Kulzer GmbH is free in qualifying and release alternative cleaning solvents beside Isopropanol.
Check that all components are in good condition upon delivery of the unit. If items are missing or damaged, contact your supplier. Scope of Delivery -10- cara Print Clean Unit Quick Start Guide Accessory Kit (consisting of: 3 x foam rubber seal; 2 x magnet stirrer; 2 x drain plug; 1 x part tray (grid))
Identification and Interface Product Identification Manufacturer and electrical specification information (Product Identification Label) can be found on the back of the base. An example of this label is shown in section 10.3 of this Operating instructions. Product Identification Label -11- NOTE If requesting technical assistance, always take note concerning the model number and serial number of the unit.
Transport and Installation Transport • Transport the unit oriented properly to prevent damage. • Maximum stacking level of units for shipment – 3 Levels. • Do not stack additional items or shipments on top of units. • Keep away from rain. •...
Read the safety information in Section 2 before attempting to operate the cara Print Clean. 7.1 Turning the unit “ON” and “OFF” The cara Print Clean is always on when it is plugged into a power socket. To turn the unit off, disconnect it from mains.
CAUTION Take care to ensure that no isopropyl alcohol spills from the outer container at any time. Stray isopropyl alcohol may damage the cara Print Clean’s electronics or surrounding materials. FLAMMABLE Isopropyl alcohol is highly flammable in both liquid and vapor states.
Build Table CAUTION Only 3D printed parts made of cured resin shall be washed in the cara Print Clean. Cleaning anything that is not a resin-based, 3D printed part will void the warranty.
Configuring the cleaning cycle settings The Start/Stop button (A) starts or stops a cleaning cycle and is located on MINUTES the right side of the control interface. A cleaning cycle is characterized by 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 the 3D printed parts in the inner container being submerged in isopropyl SPEED alcohol that is stirred at a specified speed for a specified duration.
Isopropanol alcohol. 7.7.2 Place the Build Table into the cara Print Clean Build Table Hanger and secure with the lock knob and place the lid into the cara Print Clean chamber. See chapt. 13 for operation with grid and separated objects.
Isopropyl Alcohol Draining To ensure that the 3D printed parts loaded in the cara Print Clean do not soak in isopropyl alcohol longer than the specified cleaning cycle duration, the unit will automatically drain the inner container of isopropyl alcohol in the following situations.
Technical Data 10.1 cara Print Clean Technical Specifications Maximum 3D printed part size (W x D x H) 108.5 x 63.5 x 127 mm (4.25” x 2.5” x 5.125”) Size (W x H x D) 199 x 263 x 474 mm (7.8” x 10.4“ x 18.7”) Weight 3.7 kg (8 lbs.)
See Section 2.1 for Symbol Definition Troubleshooting Guide If an error develops in the function or operability of the cara Print Clean, confirm that all possible remedies for the error have been performed prior to contacting Kulzer GmbH support. If an error is encountered, follow each “Possible Cause”...
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Rotate the inner container so its -21- pump tube opening is near the front of the cara Print Clean base and restart the cleaning cycle. Check sealing at bottom side of Replace foam sealing ring at container.
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3D printed parts before cleaned by a single cleaning attempting to clean them using cycle using the maximum dura- the cara Print Clean. tion and spin speed settings. Run the under-cleaned 3D printed parts through multiple cleaning cycles.
Cleaning anything that is not a resin-based, printed part will void the warranty. • Isopropyl alcohol is the only solvent suitable to be used in the cara Print Clean. Using any other non released substance as the solvent will void the warranty.
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