Component And Subsystem Safety - formlabs Fuse Blast Manual

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Component and subsystem safety

3.1.1 General
The Fuse Blast requires a 230 VAC (50 Hz), 3 A power supply (EU) or 120 VAC (60 Hz),
6 A power supply (US) for nominal operation. Unless explicitly instructed by Formlabs
CAUTION
Support, do not disassemble or tamper with the product beyond what is explicitly
outlined for typical maintenance. Tampering with, or disassembling the Fuse Blast
prior to disconnecting the power cable and waiting approximately ten minutes can
subject users to potentially fatal electrical hazards.
Do not lift or reposition the Fuse Blast:
• By grabbing or pulling on the workspace hood, workspace lip, blasting chamber
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latch, or power cable.
• By pushing on any side of the unit while caster wheels are locked in place.
The Fuse Blast requires a dry, indoor operating environment that is low in ambient
humidity and static electricity. Refer to section 4.1 Location and environs for the
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recommended operating environs. When performing maintenance or testing with the
exterior paneling of the machine removed, ground equipment to the grounding stud
marked with this protective earth symbol.
3.1.2 Air compressor system
The Fuse Blast requires a separate air compressor system capable of supporting at least 10
SCFM airflow at 90 psi or 285 SLPM at 6 bar for regular usage. The maximum input pressure
is 120 psi, and should be regulated between 90–120 psi.
Follow all safety instructions and warnings for your air compressor system.
3.1.3 Powder
Dry powders can build static electricity charges when subjected to the friction of
transfer and mixing operations. Therefore: avoid dust generation and dispersal of dust
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in air; dust deposits should not be allowed to accumulate on external surfaces; clean
dust residues at regular intervals; do not use brooms or compressed air hoses to
clean surfaces; only use vacuums approved for dust collection that are grounded; use
only non-sparking tools; keep powder containers tightly closed when not in use.
Consult the safety data sheet (SDS) as the primary source of information to
understand safety and handling of Formlabs powders. Respect Formlabs powder like
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any household chemical. Follow standard chemical safety procedures and Formlabs
powder handling instructions. In general, Formlabs powder is not approved for use
with food, drink, or medical applications on the human body. Refer to the safety data
sheet (SDS) for each specific powder as well as support.formlabs.com for more detail.
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