Stratasys FORTUS 380mc Site Preparation Manual

Stratasys FORTUS 380mc Site Preparation Manual

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Site Preparation Guide
821465-0002, Rev. A
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380mc
450mc

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  • Page 1 | c-support@stratasys.com Site Preparation Guide 380mc 450mc 821465-0002, Rev. A...
  • Page 2 Trademark Acknowledgments Stratasys, Insight, FORTUS, and FDM are registered trademarks of Stratasys, Inc. FORTUS 380mc and 450mc are a registered trademark and service mark of Stratasys Inc. in the United States and other countries. All other product names are the property of their respective owners.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents About the Fortus 380mc & 450mc _____________________________________________ 1-2 Components _____________________________________________________________ 1-2 380mc Highlights______________________________________________________ 1-2 450mc Highlights______________________________________________________ 1-2 How to Use This Guide ____________________________________________________ 1-2 Site Prep Tasks _______________________________________________________________ 1-3 Selecting the Site _________________________________________________________ 1-3 Space Requirements _____________________________________________________ 1-3...
  • Page 4 The following basic safety tips are given to ensure safe installation, operation, and maintenance of Stratasys equipment and are not to be considered as comprehensive on matters of safety. Although the Fortus 380mc and 450mc are designed to be safe and reliable printers, access to areas of the printer are potentially dangerous.
  • Page 5: About The Fortus 380Mc & 450Mc

    • Touchscreen Graphical User Interface How to Use This Guide This guide provides information for selecting an appropriate location for the Fortus 380mc/ 450mc. Instructions and specifications pertain to both the 380mc and 450mc model, unless otherwise stated. This guide also provides instructions for unpacking and preliminary set-up.
  • Page 6: Site Prep Tasks

    Note: A NOTE is used to highlight a specific point or to provide an operational tip. While useful, a NOTE does not indicate a procedure that can cause injury or damage if it is not followed. A NOTE will follow the paragraph of instruction to which it relates.
  • Page 7: Minimum Clearances

    Minimum Clearances Side Clearance Minimum 30 inches (76.20 cm) on each side Rear Clearance Minimum 12 inches (30.48 cm) Front Clearance Minimum 36 inches (91.44 cm) Overhead Clearance Minimum 24 inches (60.96 cm) Figure 1: Minimum Clearances 24 inches (60.96 cm) minimum for overhead clearance 30 inches (76.20 cm) Rear...
  • Page 8: Environmental Requirements

    Environmental Requirements • The 380mc and 450mc are for indoor use only. • Operating temperature shall be in the range of 65°F to 86°F (18°C to 30°C), with relative humidity range of 30% to 70% non-condensing. • Storage temperature shall be in the range of -40°F to 129.2°F (-40°C to 54°C), with relative humidity range of 10% to 85% non-condensing.
  • Page 9: Electrical Requirements

    3-phase service meeting the recommendations for power quality given in IEEE Standard *141-1993. Facilities who are unsure of their power quality should contact their service provider. * IEEE Standards licensing rules prohibit Stratasys from distributing the Standard. End users who wish to review the Standard are responsible for its individual purchase.
  • Page 10: Optional Ac Transformers

    Optional AC Transformers Two optional AC transformers are available from Stratasys for facilities with AC electrical services outside of the 208 VAC specification. The transformers meet applicable electrical and safety standards and carry both the CE Mark and the Mark of a Nationally Recognized Test Laboratory (NRTL) for North America.
  • Page 11: Lan Requirements

    Receiving the Printer Inspect Crate for Damage Before opening the shipping crate, inspect the crate for signs of exterior damage. Report evidence of excessive damage to Stratasys and the shipping company. Preparing the Printer for Installation Required Tools and Equipment •...
  • Page 12: Unpacking The Printer

    Unpacking the Printer Note: If you intend to remove the printer from its shipping base via the ramp, ensure that there is sufficient clearance for the ramp to be lowered before you begin the process of unpacking the printer. The printer’s shipping base indicates the location of the ramp.
  • Page 13 Warning: Shipping bands are very tight; when cutting shipping bands they may pop open with force. Wear safety glasses when removing the shipping bands. 3. Carefully cut the shipping bands (Figure 4. Remove the cardboard cover from the top of the crate and then remove the foam restraining insert (Figure 5.
  • Page 14: Remove Printer From Shipping Base - Fork Lift Instructions

    4. Gently lower the printer, until it rests on its casters. 5. Inspect the printer’s exterior for dents and scratches. Immediately report any damage to Stratasys and the shipping company. 6. Roll the printer into its approximate operating location. Note: Position the printer to allow at least three feet of clearance on all sides until the installation process is complete, see “Space Requirements”...
  • Page 15: Remove Printer From Shipping Base - Ramp Instructions

    Remove Printer from Shipping Base - Ramp Instructions Warning: Before removing the printer via the ramp, ensure that you have enough manpower to remove the printer from the shipping base, as the printer is heavy (see “Dimensions and Weights” on page 3).
  • Page 16 6. Inspect the printer’s exterior for dents and scratches. Immediately report any damage to Stratasys and the shipping company. 7. Roll the printer into its approximate operating location. Note: Position the printer to allow at least three feet of clearance on all sides until the installation process is complete, see “Space Requirements”...
  • Page 17: Moving The Printer Through A Door

    Moving the Printer Through a Door The printer is designed to fit through a standard 36 inch (91.44 cm) door opening (see “Space Requirements” on page 3). However, in order to pass through this opening, both of the rear service access panels as well as the rear top cover must be removed. This section provides detailed instructions for removing these components.
  • Page 18 To remove the rear top cover: 1. Open the rear top cover. Disconnect the electrical wiring for the rear top cover cooling fans by pulling the connectors apart (Figure 10). 2. Using a 4 mm Allen wrench, remove the p-clamp mounting screws (2) from the upper p-clamps (Figure 10).
  • Page 19 5. Close the rear top cover. Using a 5 mm Allen wrench, remove the hinge mounting screws (4) from the crossbar (Figure 12). Note: Only remove the hinge screws from the crossbar, which secure the top cover to the printer. Do not remove the hinge screws within the top cover itself.
  • Page 20: Service Connections

    Service Connections Warning: A licensed electrician must perform all AC electrical service connections to the printer. Consult a licensed electrician to comply with all applicable local and national electric codes. Do not apply power to the printer until the installation service representative has verified that AC service connections have been made correctly.

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