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Objet Desktop WaterJet Site Preparation Guide DOC‐01207 Rev. A Sept. 2012 Stratasys Ltd. Stratasys Confidential and Proprietary Information...
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This documentation contains proprietary information of Stratasys Ltd. This information is supplied solely to assist authorized users of this Stratasys 3D printing system. No part of this document may be used for other purposes, and it may not be disclosed to other parties.
Since preparation of the site must be completed before the installation date, you must fax the checklist at the end of this document to your local Stratasys representative after carrying out the tasks described in this guide. After the checklist is reviewed, a date will be set for installation.
2.1 Shipping Information and Responsibility Stratasys Ltd. will arrange shipment to the customer’s facility, as indicated in the “ship to” section of the invoice. It is the customer’s responsibility to provide Stratasys with detailed delivery instructions. The customer is also responsible for transporting the system to a suitably prepared installation site. Important: Equipment should be unpacked and installed by authorized Stratasys representatives only. 2.2 Shipping Pallets The WaterJet system is delivered to the site on a wooden pallet. The approximate size and weight of the pallet are shown in Table 1. Table 1: Shipping pallet size and weight W × H × D (cm) W ×...
Configuration 3 Physical Description 3.1 Configuration The WaterJet system consists of following main components: a. WaterJet unit (cabinet and stand) b. water pressure pump c. metal base d. stand extensions Figure 3–1 WaterJet components The water pressure pump supplied with the WaterJet may differ from the water pressure pump shown above. DOC-01207 Rev. A Page 11...
Objet WaterJet Site Preparation Guide Physical Description 3.2 Size and Weight The following table shows the size and weight of the WaterJet unit and water pressure pumps . Table 2: WaterJet and water pressure pump dimensions and weights Unit W × H × D (cm) W × H × D (in.) Weight 22.8 ×...
Table 3: Maximum model dimensions W × H × D (cm) W × H × D (in.) Maximum model size 30 × 25 × 20 11.8 × 9.8 × 7.9 The WaterJet is adequate for cleaning printed models of typical size. Some Stratasys printers are capable of printing models whose dimensions are greater than those specified in Table 3. The WaterJet is not suitable for cleaning very large models. DOC-01207 Rev. A Page 13...
WaterJet Support Table/Counter Specifications 4 Site Requirements The following factors should be considered when choosing a suitable location for the WaterJet unit: • Type of configuration: countertop or floor • Proximity to the Stratasys 3D printer. To avoid water damage to the printer, install the WaterJet in another room or at least 5 meters (16.5 feet) away from the printer. • Proximity to an area where models can be soaked in caustic soda (sodium hydroxide), and where they can dry after WaterJet treatment. 4.1 WaterJet Support Table/Counter Specifications The recommended height of the table/counter is 80 cm (31 inches). This establishes a height of 120 cm (47.2 inches) at arm level for the average person. The support table or counter must be sturdy capable of carrying a load of at least 30 kg (66 lb). The table must be level. Warning: Two people are required to lift the WaterJet unit onto the table.
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Objet WaterJet Site Preparation Guide Site Requirements A water filter is also recommended to protect the water pressure pump. For water filtering recommendations, see “Water Filter” on page 17. Figure 4–4 Water tap (an example) The WaterJet unit connects to a separate water pressure pump. Stratasys supplies a 3 meter (10 foot) garden hose, necessary clamps and adaptors to connect the WaterJet unit to the water pressure pump. Europe & Japan Figure 4–5 Garden hose, hose adapters and hose clamps The water pressure pump can be placed up to 3 meters (10 feet) from the water ...
Drain Water Filter The following illustration shows a suggested installation arrangement. Water Filter Water In Power to Pump Pressurized Water to WaterJet 79" 200cm WaterJet Power Drain Non-slip surface Drying Surface 3'9" 90 cm 11'9" 300 cm Figure 4–6 Suggested room layout 4.2.1 Water Filter It is recommended that you install a 100‐micron filter between the water tap and the garden hose. When installed, the water filter should be accessible for maintenance. The filter element should be replaced regularly, as required, to ensure sufficient water pressure to the pump.
Objet WaterJet Site Preparation Guide Site Requirements Alternatively, you can connect an extension to the WaterJet drain hose and run it to a nearby drain, as shown in Figure 4–7. Figure 4–7 Drain configurations (examples) 4.4 Floor It is recommended that the floor around the WaterJet unit have a non‐slip surface because water may drip from cleaned models. 4.5 Power • Wall outlet An electrical outlet must be available near the WaterJet unit, preferably in back of the unit, to reduce the chances of water spraying on the outlet. The wall outlet must have (or be connected to) a residual current device (RCD)— ground current‐leakage detector—that protects from a leakage of more than 30mA. • Circuit breaker The electrical circuit must be protected by a circuit breaker with the specifications shown in the following table. Table 4: Circuit breaker specifications Voltage Circuit Breaker 100 VAC 15 Amps 110–120 VAC...
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Power Grounding • Power cable • For Europe, the distributor or customer must supply an – IEC 320 (C13) 10A/100 230 V power cable. • For North America and Japan, an IEC 320 (C13 to 5–15P) 15A/120 V power cable is supplied. Figure 4–8 Power cable for North America and Japan (example) 4.5.1 Grounding The WaterJet unit is grounded through the AC plug. Make sure that the ground connector in the ground fault protection wall outlet or on the circuit is properly grounded, in accordance with your local electrical codes. DOC-01207 Rev. A Page 19...
5 Technical Specifications The following table provides the specifications for the WaterJet unit and the water pressure pump. WaterJet Unit Drain Standard sink drain pipe—40 mm (1.5 inches) • high-pressure jet, for removing stubborn material Nozzle types • fine-spray, for delicate items Operating method 24 V electrically operated foot switch • Internal low-energy light Other •...
6 Site Preparation Checklist Dear customer, After preparing your site for the installation of the WaterJet system, please complete the cus‐ tomer information and the checklist below, and fax it to your Stratasys representative. Consult with your representative if you have any questions related to site preparation and the checklist. This form must be received and approved before installation and training are scheduled, and before Stratasys service personnel are sent to your site. Customer Information Company Name: _______________________________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________ Phone No.: ___________________________Fax No.: _______________________________ E‐mail: ____________________________________ Completed according to Item (page reference) spec. Notes Water supply (page 15) Water filter (page 17) Drain (page 17)
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