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CONTINUOUS
FEEDING SYSTEM
MANUAL OF USE AND MAINTENANCE
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS

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  • Page 1 CONTINUOUS FEEDING SYSTEM MANUAL OF USE AND MAINTENANCE ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 2 Manufacturer having issued a prior written authorization. The Manufacturer reserves the right to make changes to its products at any time and without notice in order to constantly increase the quality, therefore this publication may also be subject to future modifications and updates. Copyright 2022 WASP S.r.l. – All rights reserved...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    6.2. Joints and alignments checks ........28 6.3.Connecting the Continuous Feeding to the 3D printer ... 30 6.4. Loading of material .............. 32 6.5. First extrusion ................ 34 6.6. Synchronized use with 3D printer ......... 36 7  Ordinary and extraordinary maintenance ..37 © WASP S.r.l.
  • Page 4 The Manufacturer declines any responsibility for accidental damages caused by products when non-correctly used. WASP certifies the use of CONTINUOUS FEEDING SYSTEM with ceramic materials, in case of use of the system with different kind of materials, warranty and support may not be valid anymore.

  • Page 5: Premises

    We accept no responsibility for damage to persons or property resulting from improper use and / or omitted or inadequate maintenance. The recipient has the right to request further information. In case of loss and/or damage of the present manual it is responsibility of the recipient to ask for one or more copies. © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 6: How The Read The Manual Of Instructions

    The sending of any additional parts is the responsibility of the Manufacturer; the user is responsible for the replacement of parts that may be altered as a result of use, making a request directly to the Manufacturer. © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 7: General Information

    Directive. In case of damage, the Recipient must commission a copy. Translation: 1. Modello: Model 2. Rif. TCF: Reference 3. Input: Power input 4. Potenza Max: Maximum power 5. Corrente a pieno carico: Current under full load 6. Numero di serie: Serial number © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 8: Position Of The Label On The Machine

    1.2.1. Position of the label on the machine IMPORTANT: The label of identification of the machine is placed on the back of the machine. © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 9: Testing

    The feeder is tested directly by the Manufacturer during the phase of mounting and post mounting. 1.4. Warranty The machines built by WASP S.r.l. are covered by a warranty for a period of 12 months for companies or VAT and 24 months for individuals, according to the specifications set out in the sales contract.

  • Page 10: General Safety Warnings

    NOTE: Any intervention on the machine must be carried out in strict compliance with the operational skills (see paragraph 1.6.1 “Identification of Operational Personnel”). WASP S.r.l. declines any responsibility in case of non-compliance with these skills. The purpose of this chapter is to indicate which are the specific points and measures to avoid incurring any kind...

  • Page 11: Personal Protective Equipment

    Maintenance / Cleaning Maintenance / Cleaning operations must be carried out by trained and authorized personnel. Operations must be performed in a safe stop condition, disconnecting the printer from power sources. Refer to paragraphs 7.2.1 “Cleaning” and 7.2.2 “Maintenance”. © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 12: Safety Stickers

    The labels and stickers applied to the machine must be replaced before they become illegible. If one or more plates (stickers) are missing or illegible, the operator must not use the feeder until the new plates (stickers) have been applied. Fig. 1.5.4 - Safety stickers on the machine © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 13: Glossary And Pictograms

    It is able to operate in the presence of voltage inside enclosures and junction boxes Manufacturer Technician Qualified technician provided by WASP S.r.l. to carry out operations of a complex nature in particular situations or in any case according to what has been agreed with the user. © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 14: Editorial Pictograms

    Indicates the need to use safety shoes suitable for performing the described operation. PROTECTIVE WORKWEAR: Indicates the need to use protective clothing to perform the operation described. PROTECTIVE HELMET: Indicates the need to use a safety helmet to perform the operation described. © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 15: Description Of The Continuous Feeding

    2 DESCRIPTION OF THE CONTINUOUS FEEDING The Continuous Feeding System (or CFS for short) is the new WASP product for the ceramic sector. The CFS is the world’s first continuous supply system for dense fluid materials for additive manufacturing that replaces the limited capacity tank with a virtually infinite power system.

  • Page 16: Main View

    2.1. Main view Fig. 2.1 - Main view Legend: 1. ON/OFF button and user interface (view 5.2 User Interface) 2. Inspection window 3. Material intake 4. Locking knobs 5. Rotating brushless motor 6. Clamp 7. Output pipe 8. Basement © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 17: Rear View

    2.2. Rear view Fig. 2.2 - Rear view Legend: 1. 220/110v Current input 2. Signal input 3. Fan filter 4. Security screw © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 18: Technical Data

    Compatible nozzles 4, 6, 8 mm Interface Built-in dual PWM controller/synchronous cable control* Tank capacity 11 l Suitable materials Earthenware, Stoneware, Porcelain, mixtures *only supported with compatible Delta WASP 40100 Clay models. Contact support@3dwasp.com for more info © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 19: Noisiness

    • the cancellation of the Manufacturer’s Responsibility for damages caused to people, things or animals. ATTENTION Improper use can damage the machine which consequently can cause dangerous situations for the personnel responsible for its operation and maintenance. © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 20: Transport And Handling

    (with a temperature between 5 ° C and 40 ° C and relative humidity between 20 % and 60% non-condensing) and protected from atmospheric agents in order to avoid deterioration. ATTENTION: During storage, never stack the boxes containing the equipment. © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 21: Unpackaging

    Together they will take care of lifting and guiding the holes of the main body through the pipe. Ensure there are Igus bearings in place into the holes and the thrust bearing seated between the machine and basement ring. © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 22: Content

    • Stainless steel braided hose 3/4” BSPT thread (female-female) • Hose purging tool 3/4”-1/4” BSPT thread (male-male) (requires pressure water) • WASP LDM XL 3.0 Extruder • Spare nozzles 3.4. Lifting and handling of the machine ATTENTION: The weight of the machine is shown in paragraph 2.3 “Technical data”. It is therefore necessary to use the lifting equipment whose expected flow is adequate for the weight to be lifted.

  • Page 23: Electrical Connection

    All the data concerning the electrical characteristics of the machine can be found in the manual, see paragraph 2.3 “Technical data”. Before connecting the machine’s power cord to the electrical outlet, check that the system’s power consumption and voltages are suitable. © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 24: Preparing To Use The Continuous Feeding

    Furthermore, the specific requirements for safe interaction with the machine, related to this chapter, are detailed in the following paragraphs. ATTENTION: The operations related to these activities must be performed by authorized and professionally qualified personnel. ATTENTION: During operations, the operator must wear all the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 25: User Interface

    6. DUTY MIXER: Do not modify this value if you are not instructed to do so. By deafult is 50%. Reasonable values between 20 and 50. 7. DUTY EXTRUDER: Do not modify this value if you are not instructed to do so. By deafult is 50%. Reasonable values between 20 and 50. © WASP S.r.l.
  • Page 26 Preparing to use the continuous feeding © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 27: First Use Of The Machine

    Furthermore, the specific requirements for safe interaction with the machine, related to this chapter, are detailed in the following paragraphs. ATTENTION: The operations related to these activities must be performed by authorized and professionally qualified personnel. ATTENTION: During operations, the operator must wear all the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 28: Joints And Alignments Checks

    If the components are not joined correctly rotate manually the screw so that they will match. 4. Check that the clamp is properly closed as in Fig 6.2 d. When closing the clamp must not me overstressed otherwise it may misalign the joints. © WASP S.r.l.
  • Page 29 Fig. 6.2 a - Check bearing and alignment Fig. 6.2 b - Check tightening and alignment Fig. 6.2 c - Check joint interpenetration Fig. 6.2 d - Check clamp closure Fig. 6.2 - Setup and pre-operational checks © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 30: Connecting The Continuous Feeding To The 3D Printer

    First use of the machine 6.3. Connecting the Continuous Feeding to the 3D printer NOTE: This paragraph shows the connection of the system to a compatible Delta WASP 40100 Clay. If you are not in posses of such machine ignore this paragraph. PLACEMENT Before connecting the machine to the 3D printer make sure that the relative position of the two is correct as displayed below in Fig 6.3.
  • Page 31 Fig. 6.3 b - Fix the hose to the extruder Fig. 6.3 c - Insert the signal cable in the socket Fig. 6.3 d - Insert the signal cable in the printer socket Fig. 6.3 - Connecting the Continuous feeding System to the 3D printer © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 32: Loading Of Material

    4. Leave some time to the machine to degas and compress the mixture through the tank before evaluating the level of the material. The maximum material capacity is reached when the mixture is close to the upper cut element as displayed in Fig 6.4 d © WASP S.r.l.
  • Page 33 Fig. 6.4 a - Turn on the machine Fig. 6.4 b - 5cm cylindrical dough Fig. 6.4 c - Material pushed through the intake Fig. 6.4 d - Max material level Fig. 6.4 - Loading of material © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 34: First Extrusion

    7. Tighten the hose with the extruder (Fig. 6.5 f ) Make sure to check the threads are clean before proceeding. Fig. 6.5 a - Fix the hose to the pipe Fig. 6.5 b - Close the inspection window © WASP S.r.l.
  • Page 35 Fig. 6.5 d - Check the material getting out Fig. 6.5 c - Turn on the machine Fig. 6.5 e - Cleaning the seat of the thread Fig. 6.5 f - Tighten the hose with the extruder Fig. 6.5 - First extrusion © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 36: Synchronized Use With 3D Printer

    6.6. Synchronized use with 3D printer NOTE: This paragraph shows the synchronization of the system to a compatible Delta WASP 40100 Clay. If you are not in posses of such machine ignore this paragraph. After the machine has been properly connected to the 3D printer as displayed in paragraph 6.3 “Connecting the Continuous Feeding to the 3D printer”...

  • Page 37: Ordinary And Extraordinary Maintenance

    Do not wear rings, watches, bracelets, chains • Verify periodically the wear of the connection pipes • Check that there are no constrictions on the pipes • Check periodically that the threaded bars and the internal of the handles are not damaged. © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 38: Cleaning

    10. Open the inspection window and pull down the mixed by grabbing it together with the bearing. (Fig. 7.2.1 m) Note. Be careful not to lose the bearing during this step. 11. Separate the bearing from the screw and save it. (7.2.1 n) © WASP S.r.l.
  • Page 39 Fig. 7.2.1 a - Remove the hose from the extruder Fig. 7.2.1 b - Purging the material out Fig. 7.2.1 c - Unplug the power cable Fig. 7.2.1 d - Unscrew the hose from the pipe Fig. 7.2.1 - Cleaning © WASP S.r.l.
  • Page 40 Fig. 7.2.1 e - Lift and secure the extrusion motor Fig. 7.2.1 f - Secure the extrusion motor Fig. 7.2.1 g - Extract the screw Fig. - Loosen the two black knobs 7.2.1 h Fig. 7.2.1 - Cleaning © WASP S.r.l.
  • Page 41 7.2.1 i Fig. 7.2.1 l - Pull down the lower component Fig. 7.2.1 m - Pull down the mixer together with all the bearing Fig. 7.2.1 n - Separate the bearing from the mixer Fig. 7.2.1 -Cleaning © WASP S.r.l.
  • Page 42 2. Connect the reducer to a water pressure output. (Do not exceed the 80 BARS) 3. Provide water until the material is out. Stay away from the hose during the operation. Note: Cleaning the hose by penetrating with a second part can lead to wear and damage © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 43: Extruder And 3D Printer Cleaning

    3. Just if necessary clean the motor delicately with a wet tissue. ATTENTION: Do not submerge the motor in water or wash it with current water for any reason. Fig. 7.2.2 - Extruder and 3D printer cleaning © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 44: Ordinary Maintenance

    80 h Par 7.3.4 Mixer shaft Lubing 80 h Par 7.3.5 Support bearing Lubing Par 7.3.6 Fig. 7.3.1 - Check the wear of the screw Fig. 7.3.2 - Check the overall wearing of the mixer Fig. 7.3 -Maintenance © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 45: Extrusion Screw

    Lubricate the Mixer shaft with silicone-based lubricant. (Fig 7.3.5) Clean it before the operation in case it’s dirty. Support bearing 7.3.6. Lubricate the Support bearing with silicone-based lubricant. (Fig 7.3.6) Clean it before the operation in case it’s dirty. © WASP S.r.l.
  • Page 46 Ordinary and extraordinary maintenance Fig. 7.3.4 - Mixer bearing lubing Fig. 7.3.3 - Fan filter dust check and cleaning Fig. 7.3.6 - Support bearing lubing Fig. 7.3.5 - Mixer shaft lubing Fig. 7.3 - Ordinary Maintenance © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 47: Additional Informations

    Before carrying out any type of disassembly on the machine, make sure that the power supply is disconnected. ATTENTION: Danger crushing hands, falling materials, cuts and abrasions. Obligation to use clothing appropriate to the operation to be performed. © WASP S.r.l.

  • Page 48: Instructions For Emergency Situations

    Electrical parts In case of fire of electrical parts, intervene with CO2 extinguishers to limit the damages In general Use ABC + Nitrogen powder extinguishers to quickly extinguish fires delimited to parts or areas without electrical parts. © WASP S.r.l.
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