Preparation And Setup; Location And Environs; Networking; Unboxing The Printer - formlabs Form 4B Manual

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Preparation and setup

4.1

Location and environs

Prepare a space to install and operate the Form 4B and house the necessary accessories
and consumables.
• Choose a location separate from any machinery or tooling that generates dust or sparks,
such as wood or metal working equipment.
• Ensure that the workspace meets the following requirements:
° Dry, indoor location
° Low ambient humidity
° Temperature of 18–28 °C (64–82 °F)
° Mains supply voltage fluctuations ≤ 10%
° Position the device so that it is easy to operate the power switch of the unit.
° Dedicate a power outlet and circuit to the device capable of delivering 4.8 A of current
at 100–240 VAC, 50/60 Hz.
• Reserve the following minimum dimensions for the most convenient access:
° Form 4B: 40.7 × 47.8 × 84.4 cm (16.04 × 18.8 × 33.2 in)
° Form 4B Finish Kit: 55 × 85 × 90 cm (21.7 × 33.5 × 35.4 in)
° Additional space for other post-processing tools (e.g., Form Wash, Form Cure, or
Formlabs-approved third-party devices)
• Purchase additional supplies:
° Isopropyl alcohol (90% or higher) and/or tripropylene glycol monomethyl ether
° Low-fiber paper towels
° Non-abrasive microfiber cloth
° Non-reactive nitrile gloves
° PEC*PADs
° Safety glasses
4.2

Networking

For uploading prints to the Form 4B and remotely monitoring the printer, ensure that the
Form 4B maintains a constant connection to a secure network. Refer to section 4.6 Connecting
the printer to a network for more information. For detailed guidance and visual assistance,
visit support.formlabs.com.
4.3

Unboxing the printer

Prior to unboxing the printer, prepare a suitable workspace according to section 4.1 Location
and environs. For detailed guidance and visual assistance, visit support.formlabs.com.
4.3.1 Form 4B package
The standard Form 4B package ships with multiple boxes: the Form 4B printer, Form 4B Finish
Kit, resin tank, resin cartridge, and build platform. Additional resin cartridges and accessory
boxes ship separately from the Form 4B's packaging.
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