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  • Page 1 PrograPrint PR5 Operating Instructions ivoclardigital.com...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Working areas, potential hazards and safety equipment on the device Safety instructions for potential hazard areas Safety information for the individual operating phases Design and Function Marking and labelling of PrograPrint PR5 PrograPrint PR5 design Transporting and Setting Up the Device Choosing the location site...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Working with the User Interface Overview of the start screen Main menu [Jobs] Main menu [Device status] Main menu [Settings] Entering General Settings in the User Interface Showing the software version and performing a software update Setting the user interface language Setting the date Setting the time Setting the melody...
  • Page 5 Table of Contents Cleaning and Maintenance Work for the User 10.1 Cleaning and maintenance table 10.2 Preparing for cleaning 10.3 Cleaning the build chamber and the build platform support 10.4 Cleaning the glass pane in the build chamber 10.5 Cleaning the housing and the hood 10.6 Cleaning the cartridge, tank and tank foil 10.7...

  • Page 6: About This Document

    About this Document These Operating Instructions will familiarize you with the PrograPrint PR5 features. PrograPrint PR5 is a modern 3D printer for use in dentistry. This device has been developed and produced according to the state-of-the-art technology. Improper use can be dangerous. Please observe the relevant safety instructions and read the Operating Instructions carefully.

  • Page 7: Signs And Symbols

    About this Document Signs and symbols 1.2.1 Warnings Warnings are used in these Operating Instructions to warn you of a risk of injury to persons and/or damage to property. 1. Please always read and observe these warnings. 2. Follow all measures marked with the warning symbol and warning word. Depending on the severity and probability of the danger, the following warning levels are distinguished: Warning...

  • Page 8: Abbreviations

    About this Document 1.2.2 Signs and symbols Symbol Meaning Additional information, e.g. for better understanding, for simplifying workflows or for further information. Prerequisite which must be followed before the subsequent actions can be performed. Individual steps which you must perform. 1., 2.

  • Page 9: Documents Of Equal Applicability And Required Files

    Short instructions on the entire workflow of the PrograPrint system Instructions for Use for Manual for the CAM software "CAMbridge" CAMbridge Short Instructions for: Excerpt of operation-relevant topics from the respective Operating Instructions • PrograPrint PR5 • PrograPrint Clean • PrograPrint Cure...

  • Page 10: Safety

    Nevertheless, operation bears the risk of injury to the user or third parties. Moreover, impairments of the device and other property are possible. Intended use PrograPrint PR5 has been designed for 3D printing in dental technology using the following materials: •...
  • Page 11 Safety 2.1.1 Potential improper use The device is not suitable for 3D printing procedures outside of the dental field. The following is considered as misuse of the system: • Non-compliance with the specified intended use, intended user or intended environment •...

  • Page 12: Operator's Obligations

    Safety Operator's obligations The operator is responsible for the safe operation of the device.  Ensure compliance and control: a. Intended use b. Statutory or other safety and accident prevention regulations  Only operate the device in a technically perfect condition, in a proper, safety-conscious and risk-conscious manner and while observing these Operating Instructions.

  • Page 13: Personal Protective Equipment

    Safety Personal protective equipment  If loud operating noises cannot be prevented, use hearing protectors during printing.  For the protection against material and cleaning agent vapours or other dental material particles while working with cartridges or material bottles or during cleaning, wear protective masks (half mask with protection class FFP3), gloves and protective gear suitable for the respective material (see also Instructions for Use or the materials, “Documents of equal applicability and required files”, page 9).

  • Page 14: Working Areas, Potential Hazards And Safety Equipment On The Device

    Safety Working areas, potential hazards and safety equipment on the device As an operator, you are working at the areas described below. The device is built according to state-of-the-art technology and recognized technical safety regulations. Hazardous areas, which cannot be avoided by design, are equipped with appropriate protective devices.
  • Page 15 Safety The hood (1) of the printer can only be opened once the build platform (2) is in the home position (highest position) after a print job as depicted. As soon as the movement of the build platform is complete, the hood is automatically unlocked. Working Safety Protective...
  • Page 16 Safety Working Safety Protective area Tasks / Work Type of hazard equipment effect Cartridge Material supply Leaking, • Handle at • Protection for print jobs slopping over the bottom against material during section, not health transport of the top impairments the cartridge.

  • Page 17: Safety Instructions For Potential Hazard Areas

    Before connecting the device, check that the supply voltage and frequency are correct at the point of installation (“Electrical data”, page 120 and the information on the type plate, see “Marking and labelling of PrograPrint PR5”, page 23).  To avoid injury to the user and for cooling reasons and fire protection, never remove the housing covers.
  • Page 18 Safety  Connect the printer to a separately secured circuit or make sure that no devices are connected that cause severe supply voltage fluctuations when switched on. These fluctuations interfere with the electronic controls and may cause failure of the system. ...

  • Page 19: Safety Information For The Individual Operating Phases

    Safety Safety information for the individual operating phases 2.8.1 Transport  Only transport the device according to the description in these Operating Instructions (“Transporting and Setting Up the Device”, page 35).  In order to avoid corrosion on the device and subsequent damage to the device, transport and store the device only within the permissible temperature range and ambient conditions (“Ambient conditions”, page 119).
  • Page 20 Safety Unsupervised operation: The machine may be operated unsupervised, provided the national and local laws and provisions allow for such action and provided that they are observed. Furthermore, the requirements of the respective insurance company must be met.  Never use the device if the build chamber is heavily soiled. ...

  • Page 21: Design And Function

    Design and Function Design and Function PrograPrint PR5 is a 3D printer used for the fabrication of dental objects for dental applications (e.g. models, occlusal splints) using liquid, photoreactive resins. PrograPrint PR5 has been designed in such a way that various materials from Ivoclar Vivadent can be processed.
  • Page 22 Design and Function Step Component Task PrograPrint PR5 (a) with cartridge (b) 3D printing of the dental object and material bottle (c) Cartridge • Holding the material for the (Pos. b, 1 separate cartridge per printing process material) • During storage: Protection of the...

  • Page 23: Marking And Labelling Of Prograprint Pr5

    Design and Function Marking and labelling of PrograPrint PR5 PrograPrint PR5 has the product name “PrograPrint PR5” and the Ivoclar Digital logo imprinted on the front side. The back has a type plate attached: Pr og ra Pr in t ®...
  • Page 24 Design and Function Symbols on the type plate: Symbol Meaning Manufacturer Serial number Manufacturer / Year of manufacture (format YYYY, e.g. 2019) 100 - 240 V~ Permitted supply voltage and supply frequency (depending on the country) 50/60 Hz 250 W This device meets the requirements of the applicable FCC regulations This product meets the requirements of the applicable EU directives...

  • Page 25: Prograprint Pr5 Design

    Design and Function PrograPrint PR5 design 3.2.1 Front...
  • Page 26 Design and Function Description Function Build chamber • Insertion of the cartridge, material bottle and build platform • Fabrication of dental objects • Removal of the dental objects for subsequent cleaning and post- polymerization Touch screen display with user interface Operation / control of the device Operating Status Display Indication of the printer status...
  • Page 27 Design and Function 3.2.2 Connections (right side) Description Function USB connections Connection of external USB flash drives Network connection Connection to the local network (LAN) On/off switch / main switch Switching the device on/off Note: Switching off the device with the the on/off switch does not disconnect the device from the power supply.
  • Page 28 Design and Function 3.2.3 Overview of the build chamber Description Function Lever for the build platform Locking and unlocking the interlock of the build platform for the secure hold of the build platform in the mounting space Build platform support (Z axis) Inserting and removing the build platform.
  • Page 29 Design and Function Description Function Drain Collection of material spilled in the build chamber and discharge into the collecting bottle for the subsequent disposal of the material. Build platform Location where the dental objects for dental applications are fabricated RFID reader Identification of the RFID code from cartridges and material bottles 3.2.4 Cartridge...
  • Page 30 Design and Function Description Function Cartridge lid Access to the cartridge top Interlock cartridge lid Opening and closing of the cartridge lid to insert and remove the material bottle. Cartridge top Holder for the material bottle with attached valve Cartridge interlock Opening and closing of the cartridge for filling the tank with material from the material bottle.
  • Page 31 Design and Function Description Function Front handle Transport of the cartridge. Note: Always hold cartridge with both handles at the same time (6 + 10). Do not hold and lift cartridge by the tank or the cartridge lid. Tank Holding the material for the printing process Interlock protective foil cover (both Separating and connecting of the...
  • Page 32 Design and Function 3.2.5 Material bottle Different materials can be used for printing. Mixing the materials will negatively affect the quality of the dental object (mechanics, colour, precision, biocompatibility). Medical devices, e.g. ProArt Print Splint, cannot be used for patients if they are mixed with other materials. To prevent the mixing of different materials or the use of unsuitable materials, the material bottles are clearly marked and equipped with an RFID chip.
  • Page 33 Design and Function Description Function Filling quantity Identification of the filling quantity RFID code Comparison of the material type in the material bottle with the material type in the tank Material designation Information about the material type in the material bottle Valve Dosed filling of the tank with material to ensure a consistent fill level...
  • Page 34 Design and Function 3.2.6 Touch screen display with user interface You may operate your printer via the user interface on the integrated touch screen display (1). Information about the operation can be found in section “Working with the User Interface”, page 52.

  • Page 35: Transporting And Setting Up The Device

    Transporting and Setting Up the Device Transporting and Setting Up the Device Choosing the location site Before setting up your device, select a suitable site of operation. Make sure the following requirements are complied with:  Do not use in rooms with combustible anaesthetics or other flammable gases and substances.

  • Page 36: Transporting The Device To The Place Of Operation

    Transporting and Setting Up the Device Transporting the device to the place of operation WARNING! Risk of injury from the device tipping over or falling down. Crushing of extremities. Damage to the device.  Use only suitable means of transportation (e.g. fork lift trucks, capacity at least 80 kg). ...

  • Page 37: Unpacking And Setting Up The Device

    Transporting and Setting Up the Device Unpacking and setting up the device WARNING! Risk of injury due to heavy lifting or the device falling down. Injuries to the back due to overloading. Crushing of extremities. Damage to the device.  The device must be lifted by at least two people.
  • Page 38 Transporting and Setting Up the Device 2. Push the tab (2) of the handles inward. The handles are unlocked. 3. Remove the handles from the outer shipping carton. 4. Lift up the outer shipping carton.
  • Page 39 Transporting and Setting Up the Device 5. Fold the side wall of the inner carton in the direction of the arrow. 6. Open the protective foil at the top of the printer; cut it open with a knife and remove it. 7.
  • Page 40 Transporting and Setting Up the Device 9. Remove the styrofoam struts (3) and styrofoam side sections (4) from the device. 10. Push two foam elements (5) each at the front and the rear of the device downward and out of the foam base. 11.

  • Page 41: Checking Delivery Contents And Condition

    Transporting and Setting Up the Device We recommend that you keep the packaging for possible maintenance and correct transportation. Checking delivery contents and condition 1. Unpack the device at the place where it is operated (“Unpacking and setting up the device”, page 37).

  • Page 42: Initial Operation

    Initial Operation Initial Operation Information regarding the start-up of the CAM software “CAMbridge” can be found in the Instructions for Use of “CAMbridge” (“Documents of equal applicability and required files”, page 9). Connecting the device to the power supply Only use the supplied original power cord or an equivalent replacement power cord from Ivoclar Vivadent.

  • Page 43: Connecting The Device To The Local Network (Lan) (Optional)

    Initial Operation Connecting the device to the local network (LAN) (optional) Connecting the printer to the LAN is optional and not absolutely necessary to use the printer. Your device supports Ethernet LAN. Connect to the local area network (LAN) which is required to operate the device within the PrograPrint system.

  • Page 44: Inserting / Replacing The Collecting Bottle

    Initial Operation Inserting / replacing the collecting bottle The collecting bottle is used to collect material spilled in the build chamber for subsequent disposal. Reusing collected material is not recommended as there is a risk of contamination of the material or the mixing of different material types. Also, check the fill level of the collecting bottle after every complete cleaning of the device as well as after an accidental overflowing of the resin tank in the build chamber and replace it, if necessary.
  • Page 45 Initial Operation 2. Connect the hose (2) with the collecting bottle (3). 3. Close the maintenance flap (1).

  • Page 46: Switching The Device On For The First Time

    Initial Operation Switching the device on for the first time Initial start-up of the device during installation is the same as any other time you will switch on the device.  The printer is connected to the power supply (“Connecting the device to the power supply”, page 42).

  • Page 47: Starting Operation Of The "Prograprint Manager" On The Cam Pc

    Initial Operation Starting operation of the “PrograPrint Manager” on the CAM PC Before print jobs can be transferred to the device, the provided “PrograPrint Manager” software must be installed on any PC, ideally on the CAM PC. NOTICE! Outdated software versions and build styles. Deficient printed object.
  • Page 48 Initial Operation 5.5.2 Overview of the software “PrograPrint Manager” The “PrograPrint Manager” software is used to transfer print jobs for dental objects from the CAM software “CAMbridge” to the 3D printer. The following options are available for the transfer: • Transfer via a LAN connection to a 3D printer registered in the same network •...
  • Page 49 Initial Operation Element Description Reference Open file path of the device in the file system and show contents [Export to USB flash drive] Export print jobs to the “Transferring print jobs USB flash drive via USB flash drive to the 3D printer”, page 69 Delete device from list [Install printer]...
  • Page 50 • Call up Help menu • Search for software updates for the “PrograPrint Manager” software, printer software for PrograPrint PR5 and the “CAMbridge” CAM software. NOTICE! Outdated software versions and build styles. Deficient printed object.  Check for available updates upon the start of the “PrograPrint Manager” software and...
  • Page 51 Initial Operation 5.5.3 Connecting the printer with the “PrograPrint Manager” software  The latest versions of the “PrograPrint Manager” software and the 3D printer software have been installed. 1. Start the “PrograPrint Manager” software on the CAM PC. The “PrograPrint Manager” software automatically identifies all available devices in the LAN.

  • Page 52: Working With The User Interface

    Working with the User Interface Working with the User Interface The device is controlled exclusively via the user interface on the touch screen display. The following illustrations may differ slightly from the software version installed on your device. In order to ensure safe operation of your device, carry out the necessary software updates on a regular basis (“Showing the software version and performing a software update”, page 63).

  • Page 53: Overview Of The Start Screen

    Working with the User Interface Overview of the start screen The start screen provides a quick overview of the device and job status and enables the navigation into the three main menus of the user interface. Some of the functional areas described below, e.g. the navigation bar, can be found in all main and sub-menus.
  • Page 54 Working with the User Interface Element Description Reference Materials overview • Name of the material defined for the print job in the “CAMbridge” CAM software. • Information on the fill level of the material required for the print job No suitable material “Inserting the cartridge bottle inserted with material bottle”,...

  • Page 55: Main Menu [Jobs]

    Working with the User Interface Main menu [Jobs] The “PrograPrint Manager” software is used to transfer print jobs from the CAM software “CAMbridge” on the CAM PC to the 3D printer. In the main menu [Jobs], you can see all incomplete print jobs on the device at a glance. Complete, archived and failed print jobs are displayed in the archive (“Sub-menu [Archived jobs]”, page 59).
  • Page 56 Working with the User Interface Element Description Reference Materials overview See “Overview of the start “Inserting the cartridge screen”, page 53 with material bottle”, page 77...
  • Page 57 Working with the User Interface 6.2.1 Detailed view of an individual print job By tapping the print job in the main menu [Print jobs], a detailed view of the respective print job is shown. In the detailed view, the print job can be started or deleted. Element Description Reference...
  • Page 58 Working with the User Interface 6.2.2 Sub-menu [Import from USB flash drive] By tapping [Import] in the main menu [Jobs], the sub-menu [Import from USB flash drive] is shown. In this menu, print jobs from a USB flash drive connected with the device can be transferred to the device (“Transferring print jobs via USB flash drive to the 3D printer”, page 69).
  • Page 59 Working with the User Interface 6.2.3 Sub-menu [Archived jobs] By tapping [Archived jobs] in the main menu [Jobs], the sub-menu [Archived jobs] is shown. In this menu, all information about the successfully completed and failed print jobs is displayed. Element Description Reference Description of the...

  • Page 60: Main Menu [Device Status]

    Working with the User Interface Main menu [Device status] In the main menu [Device status] you can view the status of the print job in progress or of the last print job completed. Element Description Reference Job duration Total duration of the print Preview Preview of the object created with the print job...

  • Page 61: Main Menu [Settings]

    Working with the User Interface Main menu [Settings] In the main menu [Settings], you can perform various configurations and presettings for your device. Element Menu Sub-menu Description Reference General Language Set the user “Setting the user settings interface language interface language”, page 64 System time Set the time...
  • Page 62 Working with the User Interface Element Menu Sub-menu Description Reference Software Show software “Showing the update version and perform software version software update and performing a software update”, page 63 Information Serial number Show serial number of the device Version Show version number number of the...

  • Page 63: Entering General Settings In The User Interface

    Entering General Settings in the User Interface Entering General Settings in the User Interface Showing the software version and performing a software update NOTICE! Outdated software versions and build styles. Deficient printed object.  Check the “CAMbridge” software, build styles, “PrograPrint Manager” and the software of the 3D printer for updates upon the start of the software and/or device and install updates, if necessary.

  • Page 64: Setting The User Interface Language

    Entering General Settings in the User Interface After the installation, the device has to be restarted. 4. Carry our a restart when asked by the device to do so.  The device will be restarted.  The software update will take effect. Setting the user interface language To set the user interface language, proceed as follows: ...

  • Page 65: Setting The Time

    Entering General Settings in the User Interface Setting the time To set the current time on the device, proceed as follows:  You are in the sub-menu [General settings]. 1. Select [System time] in the menu. A window to enter the time is displayed. 2.

  • Page 66: Adjusting The Volume

    Entering General Settings in the User Interface Adjusting the volume To adjust the volume of the acoustic signal to close the hood, proceed as follows:  You are in the menu [General settings]. 1. Select [Volume] in the menu. The list of available volume values is displayed.

  • Page 67: Processing Print Jobs

    Processing Print Jobs Processing Print Jobs The following paragraphs will describe how to transfer print jobs for dental applications to the printer, how to prepare and carry out the printing process with the device and how to post-process the printed dental objects. Please refer to the Instructions for Use of the respective software as to how to design dental objects in the CAD software and prepare them in the “CAMbridge”...

  • Page 68: Transferring Print Jobs To The Printer

    Processing Print Jobs Transferring print jobs to the printer The “PrograPrint Manager” software is used to transfer the dental objects as print jobs from the “CAMbridge” CAM software on the CAM PC to the printer. The print jobs are prepared and encoded for safety reasons, before they are transferred to the printer.
  • Page 69 Processing Print Jobs 1. Start the “PrograPrint Manager” software on the CAM PC. 2. Click on the desired 3D printer in the list of 3D printers. 3. Select the print job in the displayed window and transfer it to the 3D printer. You can also transfer several print jobs to the 3D printer in one go.
  • Page 70 Processing Print Jobs 3. Click [Export to USB flash drive] in [USB transfer]. 4. Select the print job in the displayed window and transfer it to the USB flash drive. You can also transfer several print jobs to the USB flash drive in one go. 5.

  • Page 71: Deleting A Print Job

    Processing Print Jobs Deleting a print job To delete a print job that is not longer required, proceed as follows:  You are in the main menu [Jobs]. 1. Tap on the specific print job. A detailed view of the print job is displayed: 2.

  • Page 72: Preparing A Print Job

    Processing Print Jobs Preparing a print job 8.3.1 Preparing the material bottle and cartridge The printer can only be operated with the cartridge in place and with a material bottle that matches the material type in the tank. If the type of material in the tank does not correspond with that in the material bottle, the user interface of the printer will display an error message after the cartridge has been inserted into the printer (“Inserting the cartridge with material bottle”, page 77).
  • Page 73 Processing Print Jobs  The cartridge has been removed from the printer (“Removing the cartridge with material bottle”, page 93). 1. Select the material bottle in accordance with the print job. 2. Keep the material bottle closed and shake it well, particularly after long storage or non-use of the material bottle.
  • Page 74 Processing Print Jobs 3. Unscrew the cap of the material bottle and attach the supplied closed valve (90-degree angle) to the material bottle as shown in the picture. The valve audibly snaps into place. CAUTION! Finger in the area of the rear handle when opening the cartridge lid. Risk of crushing.
  • Page 75 Processing Print Jobs CAUTION! Material contact due to material leaking out of the open valve. Spilling of material harmful to health and the environment. Skin irritations and allergic reactions. Danger to the environment.  Make sure that the valve is closed (90-degree angle) before inserting the material bottle into the cartridge.
  • Page 76 Processing Print Jobs Once the material bottle has been inserted, it remains in the cartridge for the printing process as well as for storage purposes. Open material bottles must not be stored outside the cartridge. 8.3.2 Opening the hood The hood is automatically unlocked, as soon as the holder of the build platform is in its home position (“Overview of the build chamber”, page 28).
  • Page 77 Processing Print Jobs 8.3.3 Inserting the cartridge with material bottle It is absolutely necessary to follow the mounting sequence described in these Operating Instructions: If the build platform is inserted into the device before the cartridge, the cartridge cannot be opened after placement. CAUTION! Material contact when working with material bottles and cartridges.
  • Page 78 Processing Print Jobs CAUTION! Protective foil cover was not removed before the cartridge was inserted into the device. Cartridge cannot be correctly positioned / secured. Spilling or slopping of material harmful to health and the environment. Skin irritations and allergic reactions. Danger to the environment.
  • Page 79 Processing Print Jobs NOTICE! Shifting of the cartridge during printing due to unlocked interlock. Leaking material. Damage to the device and the cartridge. Failed print jobs. Deficient printed object.  Secure the cartridge with the corresponding interlock. 3. Insert the cartridge in the build chamber and push the lever (4) downward.
  • Page 80 Processing Print Jobs Check the tank foil for contamination and damage before inserting the tank. Only insert a tank with an intact tank foil as otherwise, the precision and material properties of the printed object are negatively affected. Replace the tank, if necessary. 4.
  • Page 81 Processing Print Jobs 8.3.4 Inserting the build platform CAUTION! Build platform that has not been fully inserted in the holder may turn loose and drop into the cartridge. Spilling of material harmful to health and the environment. Skin irritations and allergic reactions. Danger to the environment.
  • Page 82 Processing Print Jobs  The cartridge with the material bottle has been inserted and opened (“Inserting the cartridge with material bottle”, page 77). 1. Insert the build platform into the holder until it stops. The lever can only be entirely engaged if the build platform has been inserted into the holder until it stops.
  • Page 83 Processing Print Jobs 8.3.5 Closing the hood CAUTION! Polymerization of the material in the cartridge due to incident light. Premature polymerization of the material. Deficient printed object.  Close the hood as soon as possible once work in the build chamber is complete. ...

  • Page 84: Starting A Print Job

    Processing Print Jobs Starting a print job Only one print job can be processed at a time. The device automatically recognizes the material type and fill level of the material bottle in place. If the material in the cartridge is not the type of material required for the print job or if the filling quantity is not sufficient for the selected print job, a corresponding message is displayed in the materials overview (“Main menu [Jobs]”, page 55, “Preparing the material bottle and cartridge”, page 72 and “Changing the material or replacing the empty material bottle”,...
  • Page 85 Processing Print Jobs 1. Tap on the desired print job. A detailed view of the print job is displayed: 2. Tap on the symbol: To ensure that the build platform has been inserted, a safety query displayed. 3. Verify that a clean build platform has been inserted and confirm the safety query with [Next].

  • Page 86: Cancelling A Print Job

    Processing Print Jobs Cancelling a print job If a print job in progress is cancelled, it cannot be continued. The unfinished dental object must be removed from the build platform. Then the tank of the cartridge must be checked for contamination and cleaned, if necessary, before a new print job can be started (“Cleaning the cartridge, tank and tank foil”, page 114).

  • Page 87: Procedure In Case Of Failed Print Jobs

    Processing Print Jobs 3. Open the hood (“Opening the hood”, page 76). 4. Remove the build platform (“Removing the build platform with the dental object”, page 88). 5. Remove the unfinished dental application carefully with the supplied scraper. 6. Clean the tank, if necessary (“Cleaning the cartridge, tank and tank foil”, page 114). Procedure in case of failed print jobs If a print job fails, proceed as follows: NOTICE! The material and the tank have not been checked after a failed print job.

  • Page 88: Completing A Print Job

    Processing Print Jobs Completing a print job 8.7.1 Removing the build platform with the dental object CAUTION! Contact with the material upon removal of the build platform. Spilling or slopping of material harmful to health and the environment. Skin irritations and allergic reactions. Danger to the environment.
  • Page 89 Processing Print Jobs The hood is automatically unlocked, as soon as the holder of the build platform is in its home position (“Overview of the build chamber”, page 28). 1. Open the hood (“Opening the hood”, page 76). 2. Disengage the lever (1). 3.
  • Page 90 Processing Print Jobs 8.7.3 Removing the dental object from the build platform and carrying out cleaning steps CAUTION! Cleaning the tank under running water. Material enters the water cycle. Skin irritations and allergic reactions. Danger to the environment.  Do not rinse the tank under running water. ...
  • Page 91 Processing Print Jobs  The printed dental object has been cleaned and post-polymerized. CAUTION! Careless use of cleaning tools (scraper, cutter). Cutting injuries. Damage to the build platform, particularly the coating. Damage to the tank foil. Damage to the printed dental object. ...

  • Page 92: Changing The Material Or Replacing The Empty Material Bottle

    Processing Print Jobs Changing the material or replacing the empty material bottle If another material type is to be used after the completion of a print job, the currently inserted cartridge has to be replaced with a cartridge for the new material type. If the material type remains unchanged from print job to print job, replacing the cartridge after a print job is not required.
  • Page 93 Processing Print Jobs NOTICE! Polymerization of the material in the material bottle. Damage to the material and the material bottle.  Do not remove open material bottles or store them outside the cartridge.  Always store the material bottle in the cartridge. NOTICE! Contaminated or damaged tank foil.
  • Page 94 Processing Print Jobs CAUTION! The full tank turns loose when the cartridge is lifted by the cartridge lid and falls down. Spilling or slopping of material harmful to health and the environment. Skin irritations and allergic reactions. Danger to the environment. Deficient printed object.
  • Page 95 Processing Print Jobs NOTICE! Contaminated or damaged tank foil. Deficient printed object. Damage to the cartridge.  Never touch the tank foil and tank bottom with your fingers.  Lift the cartridge by the handles. Do not reach below the tank. ...
  • Page 96 Processing Print Jobs  The material bottle and cartridge have been removed.  You can insert a new cartridge into the printer (“Inserting the cartridge with material bottle”, page 77).  You can remove the material bottle and insert a new one (“Removing the material bottle from the cartridge”, page 96 and “Preparing the material bottle and cartridge”, page 72).
  • Page 97 Processing Print Jobs CAUTION! Material contact upon removal of the material bottle due to residual material leaking from the valve. Skin irritations and allergic reactions. Spilling of material harmful to health and the environment. Skin irritations and allergic reactions. Danger to the environment. ...
  • Page 98 Processing Print Jobs CAUTION! Mixing of different materials. Cross-contamination of materials. No biocompatibility. Damage to the material and cartridge. Deficient printed object.  Do not decant residual material in the tank into the tank of another material type.  If no longer used, correctly dispose of residual material (see Instructions for Use of the respective materials, “Documents of equal applicability and required files”, page 9).

  • Page 99: Replacing The Tank

    Processing Print Jobs Replacing the tank A worn or damaged tank foil jeopardizes the printing quality and material properties. Therefore, the tank must be replaced with a new one after at least 1000 ml of material has been used for printing, i. e. after one material bottle has been used up. After 1000 ml of material has been used, the printer automatically notifies the user of the required tank change.

  • Page 100: Shutting The Device Down And Switching It Off

    Processing Print Jobs Proceed swiftly when changing the tank and make sure that unpolymerized material in the bottle or the valve is not exposed to sunlight and thus starts to cure. 8.10 Shutting the device down and switching it off NOTICE! Switching the device off during a running print job.

  • Page 101: Device Messages And Troubleshooting

    Device Messages and Troubleshooting Device Messages and Troubleshooting The device informs you about the state of your device, pending tasks and problems with the help of the Operating Status Display and displays in the user interface. Moreover, errors are displayed in the form of pop-over windows with the corresponding warning symbols and notes on error rectification.

  • Page 102: Troubleshooting / Error Table

    Device Messages and Troubleshooting Troubleshooting / error table Error Possible reasons Solution Machine won’t start. Power supply is not • Check power supply and connected or has been restore if necessary. interrupted. • Switch machine on Power failure. (again). • If the problem continues: Contact your authorized service partner.
  • Page 103 Device Messages and Troubleshooting Error Possible reasons Solution Print jobs do not start The cartridge and material • Follow the instructions in bottle have not yet been the user interface. synchronized. Incorrect cartridge used for the material bottle • Insert a new material Material bottle is empty bottle (“Inserting the cartridge with material...
  • Page 104 Device Messages and Troubleshooting Error Possible reasons Solution Material in the cartridge has Incorrect storage of the • Dispose of the cartridge polymerized cartridge • Use new material bottle with new cartridge. • Use new material bottle Material in the valve has Valve not tight or worn with new valve polymerized.

  • Page 105: Checking The Printing Quality

    Device Messages and Troubleshooting Checking the printing quality To check the printing quality, you can generate a test object with the device and thus determine whether or not the printer generates precise results. Verify the printing quality regularly. The print job for the test object prepared by Ivoclar Vivadent can be downloaded from the Internet under the following address: http://www.ivoclarvivadent.com/prograprint-testfile Newly generate the test object before every test.

  • Page 106: Disengaging The Hood Interlock In Case Of Error

    Device Messages and Troubleshooting Disengaging the hood interlock in case of error If the hood does not unlock automatically even though the build platform is in its home position and it cannot be unlocked via the menu [Settings - Bring Z axis to the home position], proceed as described below.

  • Page 107: Changing The Fuses

    Device Messages and Troubleshooting Changing the fuses DANGER! Changing the fuse during operation. Contact with live components. Danger of electric shock. Damage to the device.  Change the fuse only with the power supply disconnected. The fuse holder is located below the on/off switch (“Connections (right side)”, page 27). 1.
  • Page 108 Device Messages and Troubleshooting 7. Replace fuse holder. 8. Reconnect the power cord with the device and the power supply (“Connecting the device to the power supply”, page 42).

  • Page 109: Cleaning And Maintenance Work For The User

    Cleaning and Maintenance Work for the User 10 Cleaning and Maintenance Work for the User This chapter deals exclusively with the cleaning of the device. For information on cleaning the supplied components, such as the PrograPrint Clean or Cure, refer to the Operating Instructions of the relevant components (“Documents of equal applicability and required files”, page 9).

  • Page 110: Cleaning And Maintenance Table

    Cleaning and Maintenance Work for the User 10.1 Cleaning and maintenance table Compliance with the following cleaning and maintenance intervals is the sole responsibility of the operator! Responsible Duties person Interval Cleaning agents Reference Cleaning User/ • Before and • Scraper •...
  • Page 111 Cleaning and Maintenance Work for the User Responsible Duties person Interval Cleaning agents Reference Changing/ User/ • Once one bottle • “Inserting / emptying operator of 1000 ml has replacing the been used up collecting collecting bottle”, page 44 • When bottle conducting print jobs with...

  • Page 112: Preparing For Cleaning

    Cleaning and Maintenance Work for the User 10.2 Preparing for cleaning DANGER! Cleaning work during operation. Contact with live components. Danger of electric shock. Damage to the device.  Perform cleaning work only when the device is switched off and disconnected from the power supply.

  • Page 113: Cleaning The Glass Pane In The Build Chamber

    Cleaning and Maintenance Work for the User  The device is ready (“Preparing for cleaning”, page 112).  The hood is open  The cartridge has been removed (“Removing the cartridge with material bottle”, page 93).  The build platform has been dismounted (“Removing the build platform with the dental object”, page 88).

  • Page 114: Cleaning The Housing And The Hood

    Cleaning and Maintenance Work for the User 10.5 Cleaning the housing and the hood  The device is ready (“Preparing for cleaning”, page 112).  The hood is closed. 1. Wipe down the housing and the hood with the supplied microfibre cloth. 2.

  • Page 115: Finishing The Cleaning Procedure

    Cleaning and Maintenance Work for the User NOTICE! Touching the tank foil or tank bottom with your fingers. Electrostatic charging. Excessive contamination of the tank foil by attracted particles. Deficient printed object.  Never touch the tank foil and tank bottom with your fingers. ...

  • Page 116: Decommissioning

    Decommissioning 11 Decommissioning If you want to decommission the device for a longer period time, send it in for maintenance and repair purposes or dispose of it, prepare the device as follows: 1. Clean the device (“Cleaning and maintenance table”, page 110). 2.

  • Page 117: Repair

    Repair 12 Repair DANGER! Improper repairs/maintenance work on the device. Danger to the user and to the patient.  Repairs on the device must only be carried out by service partners authorized by Ivoclar Vivadent using the valid version of the Service Manual. 12.1 Authorized service partners For information about the authorized service partners in your country, contact your local distribution partner or Ivoclar Vivadent or go to: http://www.ivoclarvivadent.com.

  • Page 118: Technical Data

    Technical Data 13 Technical Data The following technical data refer exclusively to the PrograPrint PR5 printer. For information on the technical data of the accessories or other components, please refer to the respective Operating Instructions (“Documents of equal applicability and required files”, page 9).

  • Page 119: Radio Characteristics

    Technical Data This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: 1. This device may not cause interference; and 2. This device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. 13.2 Radio characteristics The printer uses RFID technology with an operating frequency of 13.56 MHz (1 channel) to read the electronic labels.

  • Page 120: Electrical Data

    Technical Data 13.5 Electrical data Characteristics Value Network connection 100 to 240 V / 50/60 Hz Permissible voltage fluctuations ± 10% Max. power consumption 2.5 A Values of electrical fuses T 3.15 AH; 250 V Dimensions of electrical fuses 5 x 20 mm Max.

  • Page 121: Appendix

    Glass scraper blades Extra blades for the glass scraper USB flash drive Data transfer between PrograPrint PR5 and the CAM PC Side cutter Removal of the support structure Cleaning cloth Cleaning of the touchscreen...

  • Page 122: Ordering Spare Parts

    Appendix 14.2 Ordering spare parts 1. When ordering spare parts, keep the following information ready: • Item number • Serial number 2. Contact your authorized service partner. 14.3 Recommended additional accessories 14.3.1 CAM software Item description Number Item number CAMbridge 14.3.2 PrograPrint Clean Item description Number...

  • Page 123: Ce Marking / Declaration Of Conformity

    Appendix 14.5 CE marking / Declaration of Conformity...
  • Page 124 Ivoclar Vivadent – worldwide Ivoclar Vivadent AG Ivoclar Vivadent SAS Ivoclar Vivadent S.A. de C.V. Ivoclar Vivadent AB Bendererstrasse 2 B.P. 118 Calzada de Tlalpan 564, Dalvägen 14 9494 Schaan 74410 Saint-Jorioz Col Moderna, Del Benito Juárez 169 56 Solna Liechtenstein France 03810 México, D.F.

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