PlanMill 40 S Introduction Indications for Use The PlanMill 40 S is a dental milling machine used to fabricate restorations from compatible dental materials. Startup Procedure Press the green button on the front of the mill to turn it ON.
System software and hardware upgrades are initiated through Planmeca only. No software or hardware should be added or deleted to/from the Planmeca systems without prior approval of Planmeca. Doing so may result in damage to the system and will void the product warranty.
Ensure your mill is properly maintained through periodic maintenance. If you suspect equipment malfunction or failure, discontinue using the mill and contact Planmeca Customer Support immediately. Do not attempt to make any repairs on the mill.
If the notch is pointing to the left, you will not be able to insert the block. Round blocks use the vertical orientation of the mandrel. The mandrel is the metal piece of the restoration block that is inserted into the mill to hold the block steady during milling. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Operating the Mill...
If you are unable to insert the block fully, insert the Mandrel T-Handle into the cam and turn 180 degrees counter-clockwise to loosen the cam. Insert the block in the correct position and lock the block in place by tightening the cam. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Operating the Mill...
After the milling process is complete, the lid automatically opens. Remove the restoration and any debris and close the lid firmly. This allows the mill to prepare for the next job. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Operating the Mill...
Touch the desired job to select it. Touch the Play button to start the job or the Stop button to return to the case list. You are prompted to insert the appropriate block. Milling continues as usual. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Operating the Mill...
Change the tool when it turns red. Too worn down to be used Broken See “Replacing/Inserting Tools” on page 12 to fill the tool changer, exchange tool shapes, or to replace broken tools. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Operating the Mill...
To continue milling with a new tool, click Yes. To deactivate this feature, contact Customer Support. Replacing/Inserting Tools If a needed tool is not already in the tool changer, the following message will appear. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Operating the Mill...
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Touch one of the reports to view it. Select the desired Time Frame. In Block Usage and Tool Performance, touch a month on the graph to see detailed information on the right. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Operating the Mill...
• Touch a month to see how many of each block type was used that month. The selected month displays as a dark green. Maintenance • The graph represents how many times the collets, caps, and tank have been serviced each month. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Operating the Mill...
• Touch a month to see how many of each tool type was used that month and what the average grinding time was for each tool. The selected month displays as a dark green. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Operating the Mill...
Customer Support for help with the system coolant should be all that’s required to process. keep the coolant tank clean and effective Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Mill Troubleshooting/Repair...
It is necessary to clean the mill and change the water before milling zirconia. If the zirconia is contaminated with other materials, it will turn green when sintered. Cleaning after milling is recommended because the zirconia acts as a thickening agent with the water. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Preventive Maintenance/Cleaning...
Click Next to proceed with cleaning. Select the Guided or Advanced wizard. Follow the on-screen instructions. Close the lid firmly when finished. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Preventive Maintenance/Cleaning...
Patients in the patient list can be sorted by the Date their records were previously accessed, their ID number, or their last Name. To sort patients click the desired sort button. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Importing for Milling...
• Start a new restoration - See below for more information • Open an existing restoration - See below for more information • Import 3D models - See Planmeca Romexis User’s manual for more information • Export 3D models - See Planmeca Romexis User’s manual for more information Deleting Files To delete an image (stl file) from the patient’s case files right-click on the file and select Inactivate STL.
. Placed away from the margin. If you need a smaller block option try a straight inter-proximal placement High, away from margin and contact areas. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Importing for Milling...
Do NOT activate This case will be milled on a PlanMill 40 (not “S” model) checkbox when you do a simulation. This is for older mill models. See “Milling Zirconia” on page 9 and “Zirconia Mill Maintenance” on page 17 for more information on milling zirconia. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Importing for Milling...
It is important to evaluate the connections on the bridge. The sprue will be on the mesial or distal side of the bridge. Click Sim. When the Simulation is run, the connections between the teeth are displayed. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Importing for Milling...
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• IPS e.max ZirCAD - 7 mm (anteriors), 9 mm (posteriors) Click View Model to activate it. Click the Gingival View Control arrow to view the model from underneath. Look for mill simulation issues. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Importing for Milling...
• To remove a mill, click the name in the list and then click the Minus sign in the top right. Material/Shade Settings The material and shade for the current restoration can be changed here. Margin Thickness Settings [PlanCAD systems only] Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Importing for Milling...
Select Quality for a more accurate simulation, but be aware that it will take longer to process. Note that when the design software is restarted, it will return to the default Speed setting. Mill time is displayed in the information when Quality simulations are processed. Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Importing for Milling...
Additional Standards ISO 14971:2007 EN ISO 14971:2012 EN ISO 13485:2012 ISO 13485: 2016 European Directive • 2006/42/EC for Machinery • 2004/108/EC for EMC • 2002/96/EC for WEEE • 2011/65/EU for RoHS Planmeca PlanMill 40 S User Manual Mill System Specifications...
Planmeca for reprocessing. For more information about where you can send your waste equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office or Planmeca.
Label examples are not shown actual size. The labels may have changed since this book was published. Attention Labels Attention labels are located in numerous places on the Planmeca components. These labels direct you to specific safety entries in this user manual. Adhere to all such safety warnings at all times.
External Components and Connectors When connecting external components to the Planmeca system, attach only components that have been tested for compliance with IEC 60601-1 or UL 60950. Connectors for attaching external devices conduct low voltages. Avoid touching the connector pins. Protected Earth Ground Label The Protected Earth Ground label is attached to the Mill under the cover as shown.