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- Page 1 System Discontinued 1/1/2018 Dymax BlueWave 75 Rev. 2.0 User Guide ® UV Light-Curing Spot Lamp ■ Instructions for Safe Use ■ Setup and Operation Maintenance ■ ■ Ordering Spare Parts and Accessories...
- Page 2 System designs enable stand-alone configuration or integration into your existing assembly line. Please note that most dispensing and curing system applications are unique. Dymax does not warrant the fitness of the product for the intended application. Any warranty applicable to the product, its application and use is strictly limited to that contained in the Dymax standard Conditions of Sale.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Description of the BlueWave 75 ............................8 Assembly and Setup ............................ 9 Unpacking and Inspecting Your Shipment ........................9 Parts Included with the BlueWave 75 ..........................9 Installation and System Interconnect ......................10 Settings and Adjustments ........................... 12 Intensity Adjustment ..............................12 Intensity Validation ............................... -
Page 4: Introduction
Introduction The enclosed BlueWave 75 UV Light-Curing Spot Lamp System was developed and manufactured by the Dymax team, driven by a desire to best serve your needs. Before shipping, your BlueWave 75 was thoroughly checked and tested for trouble-free performance. - Page 5 Cover is warm to the touch when unit is in operation! To use this system safely, it must be set up and operated in accordance with the instructions given by Dymax. The system’s design was developed to maximize operator safety and minimize exposure to UV. Using the system in any other manner will impair the protection of the system.
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Page 6: Uv Light-Curing System Safety Considerations
◼ Hände empfehlen wir UV- geblockte Handschuhe. BITTE BEACHTEN SIE: Durch den installierten inneren Filter strahlt die BlueWave 75 und sichtbares Licht aus. Schauen Sie deshalb niemals direkt in die Lichtquelle, wenn das Gerät angeschaltet ist. UV Light-Curing System Safety Considerations Dymax light-curing technology has been used successfully for over 30 years. - Page 7 Ozone Standard Dymax bulbs (UVA type) generate an insignificant amount of UVC and therefore essentially no ozone. Some UV light-curing systems, like those used to cure UV inks, emit primarily “shortwave” (UVB and UVC) energy. Upon exposure to UVC energy (specifically <240 nm), oxygen molecules (O...
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Page 8: Product Overview
Description of the BlueWave 75 The BlueWave 75 is a high-intensity, UV light-curing spot lamp used for the curing of adhesives, coatings, and potting materials. It emits UV light from a lightguide which can be hand-held for complete mobility, fixtured into position for repetitive operations, or integrated into automated equipment. -
Page 9: Assembly And Setup
Assembly and Setup Unpacking and Inspecting Your Shipment Depending upon your order, your BlueWave 75 will arrive in one or two boxes. Inspect the boxes for damage and notify the shipper of box damage immediately. Open each box and check for equipment damage. If parts are damaged, notify the shipper and submit a claim for the damaged parts. -
Page 10: Installation And System Interconnect
Dymax BlueWave® 75 User Guide Figure 3. BlueWave 75 Unpacking Diagram NOTE: Units are shipped with the Bulb/Reflector installed Installation and System Interconnect 1. Connect the Power Cord to the back of unit and plug the other end into a grounded wall outlet. - Page 11 Dymax BlueWave® 75 User Guide cap covering the Lightguide Mount (Figure 5) and inserting the Lightguide. Lightly tighten the setscrew on the Lightguide Mount to secure the Lightguide (Figure 6). NOTE: Do not over tighten the setscrew as permanent and non-warranty damage will result.
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Page 12: Settings And Adjustments
Settings and Adjustments Intensity Adjustment A Dymax ACCU-CAL™ 50 Radiometer can be used to set and monitor the unit's intensity output. If the BlueWave 75's output intensity needs adjustment, use the Intensity Adjustment Knob. This knob installs into the Intensity Adjustment Screw (Figure 7) using the M2 screw included with the unit. A small screwdriver (included) can also be used to adjust the intensity (Figure 8). -
Page 13: Setting The Cycle Duration
Dymax BlueWave® 75 User Guide BlueWave 75 bulbs will typically vary less than 1% over eight hours of normal use and so daily or weekly adjustments are adequate to maintain a tightly controlled process. A Change Bulb Indicator LED is provided to alert the operator to check bulb operation or to change the bulb if required. -
Page 14: Lamp Dual-Hour Meter
Maintenance Section of this user guide. WARNING: Operating a BlueWave 75 Lamp beyond 2,000 hours will result in a non-passive failure of the lamp! Do not reset the Lamp Hour Meter without replacing the bulb. -
Page 15: System Operation
Radiometer. 5. Apply the proper Dymax product for the application, fixture if necessary, and cure using the BlueWave 75. Note: For additional information on light-curing systems, refer to Dymax LIT010 – Guide to Selecting and Using Dymax Light-Curing Systems and LIT008 –... -
Page 16: Maintenance
Dymax BlueWave® 75 User Guide Maintenance The BlueWave 75 was designed to operate with minimum maintenance and following basic steps below will assure continued top performance. Lightguide Maintenance Clean the Lightguide ends monthly or as required. The ends of the Lightguide should be kept clean to transmit as much energy as possible. -
Page 17: Bulb Replacement
Dymax BlueWave® 75 User Guide Bulb Replacement 1. Unplug the unit. Remove the top cover from the BlueWave 75 by loosening the four cover fasteners (these are the four extended screws on the sides of the top cover). 2. Unplug the Bulb Connector and loosen the two knurled screws shown in Figure 16. Pivot the white Bulb Clamp up and out of the way to allow removal of the Bulb. - Page 18 Dymax BlueWave® 75 User Guide Figure 18. Bulb Replacement Step 5 6. Pivot the white Bulb Clamp in place and tighten the two knurled screws. Plug in the Bulb Connector (Figure 19). Figure 19. Bulb Replacement Step 6 Screw Bulb Connector Side Wire (located “inward”)
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Page 19: Troubleshooting
Dymax BlueWave® 75 User Guide Troubleshooting WARNING! Only qualified maintenance personnel should attempt the following procedures. AVERTISSEMENT! Seulement personnel d’entretien diplomé devrais essayer les procedures suivant. Table 1. Troubleshooting Chart for BlueWave 75 Problem Possible Cause Testing Corrective Action Improper connections Visually inspect all input/output Secure all connections. -
Page 20: Frequently Asked Questions
"CHANGE BULB" and "2000.0" will alternate on the Hour Meter and the Bulb will not light. When this happens, the BlueWave 75 will no longer supply an ignition voltage until a new Bulb is installed and the Reset Switch is pressed on the back of the equipment. The power must be on for this reset to be performed. - Page 21 Maintaining clean equipment and a clean working environment will help prevent the build up of dust and ■ other debris from collecting on the mechanical parts of the BlueWave 75. Debris that settles in the piston well (Adjustment Screw) can hinder the movement of the Shutter Solenoid Piston.
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Page 22: Spare Parts And Accessories
Dymax BlueWave® 75 User Guide Spare Parts and Accessories Spare/Replacement Parts Item Part Number Fan Spare Parts Fan Filter and Holder 38587 Fan Filter Media 38659 Fan 24 VDC 40204 Fuses Fuse: F2.0 Amp, 5 mm x 20 mm 41279... -
Page 23: Options/Accessories
Lightguide Simulator 38408 Lightguide Mounting Stand 39700 Additional liquid and fiber optic single- and multi-pole lightguide configurations Contact Dymax are available. Contact Dymax for assistance. Radiometers Dymax ACCU-CAL™ 50 Radiometer (Spot Model) 39560 Figure 21. Bulb Assembly Part Numbers 40309... -
Page 24: Specifications
Dymax BlueWave® 75 User Guide Specifications Specifications Property Specification PN 40078 North American Version (with 115V standard plug) Part Number PN 40077 Asian Version (Type G plug) PN 40183 Unit with no power cord* Intensities** Total (280-450 nm) 19+ W/cm... -
Page 25: Definition Of Terms
The invisible region of the spectrum just beyond the violet end of the visible region. Wavelength ranges in general from 1.0 to 400 nm. Dymax bulbs (burners) do not radiate energy in deep ultraviolet; there are very minute amounts below 220 nm and practically nothing can be sensed below 200 nm. -
Page 26: Warranty
Unauthorized repair, modification, or improper use of equipment may void your warranty benefits. The use of aftermarket replacement parts not supplied or approved by Dymax Corporation, will void any effective warranties and may result in damage to the equipment. -
Page 27: Index
Dymax BlueWave® 75 User Guide Index Assembly and Setup, 9 Set Value, 14 Bulb Replacement, 17 Settings and Adjustments, 12 Definition of Terms, 26 Intensity Adjustment, 12 Intensity Control, 13 Digit Increment, 14 Intensity Validation, 13 Frequently Asked Questions, 21... - Page 28 Please note that most dispensing and curing system applications are unique. Dymax does not warrant the fitness of the product for the intended application. Any warranty applicable to the product, its application and use is strictly limited to that contained in Dymax’s standard Conditions of Sale. Dymax recommends that any intended application be evaluated and tested by the user to insure that desired performance criteria are satisfied. Dymax is willing to assist users in their performance testing and evaluation by offering equipment trial rental and leasing programs to assist in such testing and evaluations.
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