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MODELS: FD1908-120 (110-120VAC, 60Hz, 245W) FD1908-220 (220-240VAC, 50Hz, 245W) THANK YOU FOR PUCHASING THE PRINTDRY FILAMENT DRYER. BEFORE OPERATING, PLEASE MAKE SURE YOUR ELECTRICAL VOLTAGE MATCHES THE DRYER MODEL. PLEASE ALSO READ, UNDERSTAND AND FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS. BE SURE TO SAVE THIS BOOKLET FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
1. IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS When using an electrical device, basic safety precautions should always be followed, including the following: Read all instructions before using the PrintDry filament dryer (hereinafter referred as the "dryer"). Always use a heat resistant surface. ...
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Failure to use and maintain the dryer in accordance with the instructions outlined in this manual will void the warranty. WARNING: MISUSE OF PRINTDRY PRODUCTS INVOLVES SERIOUS RISKS INCLUDING INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. 2. INTRODUCTION The model 1908 offers an easy and quick way to remove moisture from filaments for better quality of 3D printing.
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Fig.1 Dryer Standard Package for 2 Spools (max OD 200mm or 8" each) Fig.2 Dryer Used For 1 Large Spool (max OD 300mm or 12") - 4 -...
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Fig.3 Dryer Used For 3 Spools (max OD 200mm or 8") - 5 -...
DESCRIPTION OF PARTS 1 Vented see-through top lid 2 Filament assembly 3 Rectangular tray (2x) 4 Center support piece 5 Dryer base unit Fig.4 PrintDry Filament Dryer - 6 -...
Wipe the base with a slightly damp cloth. NEVER IMMERSE THE BASE IN WATER OR ANY OTHER LIQUID. 3. HOW TO USE PrintDry filament dryer offers two functions – Dry and Feed+Dry: Dry Function Prepare filament spools with the mounting rods and mounting adaptors, as shown in the figure below.
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Feed + Dry Function Follow steps 1 and 2 in the previous section. Pass the filament through the holes in the plastic trays and feed it into your 3D printer, it is very important to adjust the dryer’s position for a smooth feeding.
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FILAMENT STORAGE In order to protect the filament from absorbing moisture, always store filament spools in vacuum sealed filament containers with some desiccant pouches inside, as shown below Fig.6 Filament Storage - 9 -...
HELPFUL HINTS For more efficient drying, it is recommended to use an optional D-spool, as shown below. Fig.7 Optional D-spool An optional 3rd chamber kit (Fig. 8) can be added on top to serve an additional filament spool, as shown in Fig. 9. Fig.8 Optional 3rd chamber kit - 10 -...
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Fig.9 The use of an optional 3rd chamber kit - 11 -...
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A large spool kit is necessary in order to mount a large filament spool with the max. OD of 300mm (12") into a standard dryer, as show below. Fig.10 Optional large spool kit - 12 -...
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Fig.11 Use of the large spool kit - 13 -...
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative. 4. SPECIFICATIONS Models FD1908-120, FD1908-220 110-120VAC, 60Hz, 245W (Model 1908-120) Power Supply 220-240VAC, 50Hz, 245W (Model 1908-220) Dryer Temperature 35-75°C with 10°C increment ( 95-167°F) Weight 3.8 Kg...
5. WARRANTY PrintDry filament dryer is warranted to be free from defect in material and workmanship for a period of ONE year under normal use after its original purchase date. This warranty extends only to the original retail purchaser. If the device should become defective within the warranty period, please contact us for repair or replacement.
The PrintDry filament dryers (Model 1908-120 and Model 1908-220) have been respectively certified by: For product updates and more information about PrintDry filament dryers, please contact us at: www.printdry.com info@printdry.com Copyright PrintDry, 2019. All rights reserved. PrintDry is a registered trademark. Patents Pending. - 16 -...
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