BRIGHTFUSER FUSER500 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

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OWNER'S MANUAL & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

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Page 1 VERSION 4 OWNER’S MANUAL & SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Read this material before using this product. Failure to do so may result in product damage and severe injury. Copyright 2022 by BrightFuser® LLC. All rights reserved. No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express consent of BrightFuser. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn...
Page 3: Introduction
The use of lost-wax casting gives jewelers the ability to adequalely produce similar pieces of jewelry in large quantities at a relatively low cost. Our Fuser500™ was developed by a father, an exceptional jeweler himself, committed to helping his daughter reach her full potential as an artist, following his very own craft. Together, they conceptualized the process you are about to experience.
Page 4: Fuser500™ Parts List
PARTS LIST Included items/parts: • 1 Mixer › 100 Grams of Wax Inside › 1 Mixing Chamber the Heating Reservoir › 1 Vacuum Chamber › 1 Power Cord › 1 Polycarbonate Lid › 1 Vacuum Pen + 2 Suction Needles ›...
Page 5: Safety, Maintenance, And Storage
Use your own caution. 15. If the equipment is not working, visit www.brightfuser.com to contact us. TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION: Turn the power switch of the equipment off and unplug the equipment from the electrical outlet before performing any procedure in this section.
Page 6: Timeline Overview
TIMELINE OVERVIEW Silicone mold preparation Silicone mold cut Silicone mold wax injection Cure time: 2hrs Investment powder/ Kiln (flask Tree assembly flask preparation burnout) 3 ½ and 4hrs Drying time: 2hrs Metal melting Jewelry ready for finishing...
Page 7: Fuser500™ Lost-Wax Casting Process
LET’S GET STARTED 1. SELECTION OF JEWELRY PATTERN At BrightFuser, we believe in compact tools by design. Our Fuser500™ takes casting to a whole new level, allowing you to streamline your production. To get started, select your jewelry pattern. Our equipment allows you to get creative and use models made out of several materials, including metals, wood, plastic, resin, and even organic sources.
Page 8: Silicone Mold Preparation Using The Fuser500 Mixer And Vacuum Pump
3. SILICONE MOLD PREPARATION USING THE FUSER500 MIXER AND VACUUM PUMP EXPERT TIP: In this section, you will need a precision scale, a ruler, and super glue. Custom silicone molds are reusable and can last for many years when properly cared for. They are incredibly flexible, allowing for sophisticated, detailed casting.
Page 9 5. MIX THE SILICONE MOLDING RUBBER COMPOUND Attach the small impeller to the central shaft on Rest the mixing glass on a flat surface the polycarbonate lid with the aid of the allen with the silicone mix in it. Close it with key.
Page 10 MIX THE SILICONE MOLDING RUBBER COMPOUND CONT’D Turn off the mixer switch and disconnect Detach the polycarbonate lid from the the polycarbonate lid and mixing glass from mixing glass. Air bubbles in the silicone its shaft. should burst, leaving a smooth and homogeneous silicone mix.
Page 11 EXPERT TIP: Try cutting the silicone mold in a zigzag pattern. Once the two halves separate, remove your jewelry pattern. EXPERT TIP: You may also use the silicone mold cutting aid to assist. ANY QUESTIONS SO FAR? Watch our video tutorial at www.brightfuser.com...
Page 12: Silicone Mold Wax Injection Using The Fuser500™ Wax Injector
WAX INJECTOR ™ The Fuser500™ wax injector reaches up to 90°C. The wax heating reservoir may hold up to 1 pound (454 grams) of wax. WARNING: To optimize the wax injector usage, do not place more than 7 ounces (198 grams) of wax in the heating reservoir.
Page 13: Wax Injection Techniques Using The Fuser500™ Wax Injector
2) Connect the Fuser500™ vacuum pump hose to the inner lower vacuum connector in the wax injector. 3) Connect the suction silicone tube to the frontal lower vacuum connector of the wax injector.
Page 14: Sprue Confection And Tree Assembly
½“ ¼“ ¼“ ¼“ Fit the sprue into the flask The Fuser500™ contains 3 flasks. Attach your wax patterns to base’s center hole with the Choose the appropriate size and start the sprue with the aid of a aid of a low-power soldering...
Page 15 Position both threaded rods, and set the flask top. Secure the casting base system by tightening both nuts. WE HOPE YOU ARE ENJOYING YOUR EXPERIENCE! Please let us know any feedback by sending an email to info@brightfuser.com...
Page 16: Flask Preparation Using The Fuser500™ Mixer And Vacuum Pump
10. FLASK PREPARATION USING THE MIXER AND VACUUM PUMP EXPERT TIP: In this section, you will need a precision scale, investment powder, water, a small screwdriver, and grease. Attach the large impeller to the center shaft of Rest the flask system on a flat surface and the polycarbonate lid with the aid of the allen enclose it with the vacuum chamber.
Page 17 FLASK PREPARATION USING THE MIXER AND VACUUM PUMP CONT’D Turn the vacuum chamber upside down, Connect one end of the by-pass silicone with the flask system in it, and rest it on tube to the vacuum chamber connector the small circle of the polycarbonate lid. and the other end to the vertical connector of the polycarbonate lid.
Page 18 FLASK PREPARATION USING THE MIXER AND VACUUM PUMP CONT’D Keep the vacuum pump on. The mixing and vacuum chambers will be fully attached and sealed due to the vacuum. Turn the mixing chamber upside down counterclockwise so that the investment flows through the filling funnel into the vacuum chamber.
Page 19 Secure the lock pin using the allen key and place the lock ring back into place. Clean the entire piece using a clean cloth or paper towel to remove any excess grease. Visit www.brightfuser.com for the instructional video.
Page 20: Flask Burnout Using The Fuser500™ Kiln
1 small flask EXPERT TIP: Do not let the flasks touch the front and back walls of the Fuser500™ kiln where the heating elements are located. Failure to do so may cause flaws and porosities to the investment.
Page 21: Metal Melting And Pouring Using The Fuser500™ Casting Base And Vacuum Pump
12. METAL MELTING AND POURING USING THE CASTING BASE AND VACUUM PUMP EXPERT TIP: In this section, you will need a silica crucible, a torch, motor oil, and a container with water large enough to fit the flask(s). Rest the casting base bottom on a flat surface and place the casting base on top of it. Apply a small drop of oil to the casting base top, spread it evenly, and center a paper gasket on it.
Page 22 METAL MELTING AND POURING USING THE CASTING BASE AND VACUUM PUMP CONT’D Once all of the metal becomes liquid, turn on the vacuum pump. As soon as the vacuum’s manometer reaches 25 PSI, begin pouring the metal into the flask. EXPERT TIP: The ideal melting point is when the metal becomes a bubble, similar to an egg yolk.
Page 23: Enjoy Finishing And Polishing Your Jewelry Casting
After removing your newly casting tree from the water, clean it up, and use your preferred technique to finalize it. EXPERT TIP: To remove any investment residue from your jewelry casting, soak it in muriatic acid or place it in an ultrasonic cleaner. ENJOY FINISHING AND POLISHING YOUR JEWELRY CASTING!
Page 24: Bonus: Stone Setting Using The Fuser500™ Vacuum Pump
WARNING: Most precious stones cannot endure the heat of the Fuser500™ kiln and may get damaged. Some synthetic stones, sapphires, rubies, and diamonds may be pre-set. Make sure to ask your stone provider what is the maximum temperature that each stone may bear*.