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Great Lakes Ministar S Troubleshooting & Fabrication Tips

Great Lakes Ministar S Troubleshooting & Fabrication Tips

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MiniSTAR S with Scan Technology Troubleshooting & Fabrication Tips
Use the following tips to address:
Air leaks
Poor adaptation
Blowouts
Material thinning
If adjusting ring does not move
freely, remove it and clean with a
small amount of liquid dish soap,
applied and removed with a soft,
dry cloth.
Remove pellets from cup. Make sure the 12 air escape holes
are not plugged.
Use a .036" diameter or smaller wire to
open plugged holes.
mounted
models, remove the
For
majority of pellets, leaving only
enough under the model to allow air
to flow. Build up the pellets, leaving
exposed only the area to be covered
by acrylic material.
Material heating unevenly
Mounted model too high for pellet cup
Remove and clean the 4 pins and
springs. Then lubricate with a
small amount of Silicone Grease
(016-021). Insert pins, springs, and
adjusting ring. Depress adjusting
ring once or twice to make sure it
moves freely. Wipe off any excess
grease with a soft, dry cloth.
Make sure all pellets are removed
from the edge of the cup where
the chamber locks into place.
Great Lakes recommends all soft or semi-soft material should be formed on
the platform. See photo on left: the base of the model is even and flat.
Use pellets for hard material: see photo on right.
Note:
The MinSTAR S is preset at
60 psi, or 4 bars of working pressure.
Make sure the heating
surface is parallel to the
heating element. See

Maintenance Tips

to
adjust.
Pellets should be even with the
top of the pellet cup.
1.800.828.7626
greatlakesortho.com

Performing a Cold Test:

A.
Turn unit off. Make sure
platform is in place. Clamp a
sheet of 2mm (or thicker)
hard material onto pressure
chamber. Secure clamping
frame.
B.
Enter
5
seconds heat-
ing time. Swing the heating
element over the material to
activate heat. Immediately
return heating element to
rest position.
C.
Swing pressure chamber
over the model platform.
Activate air pressure.
D.
If you hear a constant rush
of air during pressurization,
contact your customer service
representative.
SMPP67Rev060717
S-302

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Troy Fraser
February 26, 2025

Is there any way I can increase the maximum pressure on my 10 year old Scheu mini star s from 3.3 bar to 4 bar ?

1 comments:
Mr. Anderson
February 26, 2025

To increase the pressure on the Great Lakes MiniSTAR S from 3.3 bar to 4 bar:

1. Turn on the main air source.
2. Release the locking cap on the regulator by pulling it outward.
3. Turn the regulator dial clockwise to increase the pressure.
4. Check the pressure gauge to confirm it reaches 4 bar.
5. Push the locking cap back in to secure the setting.

Ensure the main air supply is capable of delivering 4 bar.

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Summary of Contents for Great Lakes Ministar S

  • Page 1 Great Lakes recommends all soft or semi-soft material should be formed on majority of pellets, leaving only the platform. See photo on left: the base of the model is even and flat.
  • Page 2 A regular maintenance schedule should be followed. Proper maintenance will assure better fabrication results. Refrain from using water in the MiniSTAR S machine. Water may cause certain components to rust or corrode. When the machine is not being used, engage the clamping frame to the chamber and position the chamber on the pellet cup.