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Release Date: 8/19/2024
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  • Page 1 User Guide Release Date: 8/19/2024 Original Instructions...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    2.3.2 PSLA 270 Temperature ................................7 2.3.3 PSLA 270 Humidity and Altitude ............................7 2.3.4 PSLA 270 Overall Sound Pressure Level (OASPL) ......................7 2.3.5 PSLA 270 Disposal of Material and Waste ........................7 2.3.6 PSLA 270 Intended Pollution Degree ..........................8 2.4 PSLA 270 Electrical Safety ................................
  • Page 3 PSLA 270 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS AND SETUP ................23 6.1 PSLA 270 Install and Set Up 3D Sprint ............................23 6.2 Power PSLA 270 Printer On ................................ 23 6.3 PSLA 270 Accessories and Extra Features ..........................24 6.4 PSLA 270 3D Connect .................................. 26 PSLA 270 OPERATION ........................27...
  • Page 4 8.2.3 PSLA 270 Clean Displacer Block ............................84 8.2.4 PSLA 270 Clean Recoater Blade ............................85 8.2.5 PSLA 270 Clean Acrylic Window ............................86 8.2.6 PSLA 270 Clean GUI ................................87 8.2.7 PSLA 270 Clean Projector Glass Plates ..........................87 8.2.8 PSLA 270 Check Resin-Overflow Bottle ........................... 87 PSLA 270 TROUBLESHOOTING ......................89...

  • Page 5: Psla 270 Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing the PSLA 270 3D Printing System. The PSLA 270 is a flexible and efficient projector-based 3D Printing system that produces high-fidelity parts from a broad range of materials. The printer system uses a projection radiation source that enables very high print speeds and new material chemistries that provide production-grade properties.
  • Page 6 Korea Changes or modifications to this equipment not approved by 3D Systems can void the authority of the user to operate this equipment. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...

  • Page 7: Psla 270 Safety

    WARNING: WARNING: IF ANY OF THE FOLLOWING SAFETY FEATURES FAILS, YOUR ACTIONS MAY BE ALL THAT WILL PREVENT POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS OPERATING CONDITIONS. WARNING: IF THE MACHINE IS USED IN A MANNER NOT SPECIFIED BY 3D SYSTEMS IN THIS MANUAL, THE PROTECTION PROVIDED BY THE EQUIPMENT MAY BE IMPAIRED.

  • Page 8: Psla 270 Safety Switch

    Disconnect Power Plug: Unplug in case of maintenance or in case of malfunction Note: A note signifies important information but not information of a critical content. 2.1 PSLA 270 Safety Switch The process-chamber is equipped with a safety switch to safeguard against mechanical and UV hazards. To open the process- chamber door during a build, the operator must take the following steps: 1.

  • Page 9: Psla 270 Material Handling And Safety

    Protective clothing includes, but is not limited to: closed-toed shoes, full-length pants, and splash-resistant lab coats or equivalents. 3D Systems recommends using 100% nitrile gloves; however, other chemical- resistant gloves will suffice. Do NOT use latex gloves, as they do not provide complete chemical protection.

  • Page 10: Psla 270 Material Characteristics

    For more information on material disposal, please see the Facility Requirements Guide. 2.2.4 PSLA 270 Material Spill Containment Improper operation of the machine may result in a major material spill. Your company has the responsibility to define what constitutes a major spill.

  • Page 11: Psla 270 Contamination

    The printer system is capable of operating correctly up to an altitude of 2286m (7500 ft) above mean sea level. 2.3.4 PSLA 270 Overall Sound Pressure Level (OASPL) Overall sound pressure level for this equipment will not exceed 70 dBA, and, therefore, does not require ear protection to operate.

  • Page 12: Psla 270 Intended Pollution Degree

    All exposed electrical circuits are contained within limited-access cabinets. This is to separate the operator from service and maintenance areas. Only 3D Systems Service Personnel should access the electrical panels. Whenever performing maintenance procedures, power down the machine and restrict AC power if possible.

  • Page 13: Psla 270 First Aid And Protective Equipment

    2.6 PSLA 270 First Aid and Protective Equipment The following paragraphs provide general first-aid procedures and recommendations for protective equipment to minimize the risks from material exposure. If professional medical attention is necessary, take the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for the exact material involved to the attending physician.

  • Page 14: Psla 270 Contact Lenses

    However, it is still good practice not to stare directly into a projector, particularly when running the machine. All service to the machine and other components requiring safety switch override shall only be performed by 3D Systems service personnel, their authorized agents, or personnel who have been service-trained by 3D Systems.
  • Page 15 Arc Flash & Shock Hazard. Appropriate personal protection equipment required. Warning - Access restricted to authorized personnel only. Hot Surface Warning - Hot surface in vicinity of sticker when machine is operating 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...
  • Page 16 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...
  • Page 17 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...

  • Page 18: Psla 270 Overview

    PSLA 270 OVERVIEW For an overview of the theory of operation of the PSLA 270, please see the PSLA 270 Introduction section of this guide The printer works together with a removable vat of material, and has several components that can be altered or upgraded. The following sections will go into greater detail of each printer-system component.

  • Page 19: Psla 270 Build Chamber

    Front Resin Guard - This removable guard protects the lower door, and the floor in front of the vat, from resin splashes. 3.1.2 PSLA 270 GUI The PSLA 270 has a capacitive touch-screen as its Graphical User Interface (GUI), as well as several components around it. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...
  • Page 20 QR-Code Scanner - Used to scan QR codes on both material bottles and vats to ensure that a vat of one material is not contaminated by another material. Such contamination will render the resin useless and force the user to discard the resin and clean the vat. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...

  • Page 21: Psla 270 Material Cart Components

    3.2 PSLA 270 Material Cart Components Material Cart - Front Locking Handle - Locks the cart in place in the machine MDM Umbilical - Connects the MDM electronically to the machine Material Delivery Module (MDM) - Automatically pours material into the vat via a material bottle and material pump/ hose 3D Systems, Inc.
  • Page 22 Material Delivery Module (MDM) - Automatically pours material into the vat via a material bottle and material pump/ hose Vat Cover When the vat is out of the machine, it must be covered to prevent the material inside from curing. There are two kinds of covers available: hard and soft. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...

  • Page 23: Psla 270 Mdm Components (Optional)

    Hard-top cover Soft-top cover 3.2.1 PSLA 270 MDM Components (Optional) You have the option to hand-pour material, or to order a built-in Material-Delivery Module (MDM). When the machine determines that it can no longer displace enough material to keep the resin level, it will ask the user to install a new material cartridge.
  • Page 24 Material Cartridge - Contains the material that fills the vat Peristaltic Pump - Uses positive displacement to move resin through the MDM Bottle Chute - Contains a bottle-valve coupler and material cartridge Material-Delivery Tube - Pours material into the vat 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...

  • Page 25: Psla 270 Specifications

    PSLA 270 SPECIFICATIONS Total Printer Footprint (xyz) PSLA 270 - 92.4 x 119 x 189.6 cm (36.4 x 46.9 x 74.6 in.) Doors Closed Total Printer Footprint (xyz) PSLA 270 - 163.6 x 119 x 189.6 cm (64.4 x 46.9 x 74.6 in.)

  • Page 26: Psla 270 Print Materials

    ® such as: SDS, Material-Selection Guide, Technical Data Sheet, and where to buy online. This list will grow over time, as more Figure 4 Materials get qualified for PSLA 270. Check this guide periodically for new material launches. • Figure 4 PRO-BLK 10 •...

  • Page 27: Psla 270 System Requirements And Setup

    6.2 Power PSLA 270 Printer On Your 3D Systems certified installer should have powered on your system for you. However, if the system or any of its components have unexpectedly shut down, or if you have shut them down, this section describes how to start up the system's components.

  • Page 28: Psla 270 Accessories And Extra Features

    This must be done by your installer or by Service personnel making another visit. Be sure to let Service personnel know which configuration you would like. Material Cartridges The PSLA 270 uses various Figure 4 materials, which come in both 1 and 10 kg cartridges. Please see the section PSLA 270 Print Materials for an overview of supported materials.
  • Page 29 If you decide to run different materials without cleaning your vat, you are encouraged to purchase additional vats to minimize potential contamination in a reused vat. Figure 1: 54L Vat for PSLA 270 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...

  • Page 30: Psla 270 3D Connect

    To keep your printer running during power surges and outages, you may purchase a UPS from your preferred supplier. Purchase a UPS with at least 15 minutes of support. 6.4 PSLA 270 3D Connect This printer is 3D Connect capable. For more information on 3D Connect architecture, security and requirements, please see the following link: https://www.3dsystems.com/software/3d-connect...

  • Page 31: Psla 270 Operation

    PSLA 270 OPERATION The PSLA 270 system is a fast, automated solution for all your 3D-printing manufacturing needs. The operation of the machine is quick and easy. The following sections will describe how to operate the machine, from beginning a build to extracting a build from the machine.
  • Page 32 Start - Tap to start a build. This button becomes the Abort button during a build. Status Button - Tap to return to the Status Menu from another screen. Print Queue Button - Tap to open the Print Queue Screen. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...
  • Page 33 Blade Gap - Use this field to define the blade gap of each sweep Velocity - The speed of the recoater during each sweep 7.1.1.2 PSLA 270 Manual Operations - Elevator Tab Navigate to this screen via the button at the bottom of the Status Screen.
  • Page 34 Set Start - Tap to open the Set Start dialog. Stop Movements - Tap to stop all elevator movement. 7.1.1.3 PSLA 270 Manual Operations - Recoater Tab Navigate to this screen via the button at the bottom of the Status Screen.
  • Page 35 Move to Home - Tap to move the recoater to the home position at the front of the vat. Move Back/Move Front - Hold down to move the recoater toward the back/front of the printer continuously. 7.1.1.4 PSLA 270 Manual Operations - Vat Screen Navigate to this screen via the button at the bottom of the Status Screen.

  • Page 36: Psla 270 Print Queue Screen

    Vat Status - Read-only field that shows the vat's current status Stop Movements - Tap to stop all vat movement. 7.1.2 PSLA 270 Print Queue Screen The Print Queue Screen shows all print jobs that have been sent to the printer via network or USB.
  • Page 37 Information Button - Tap to expand the print job for more information on it. See PSLA 270 Print Job Information. 7.1.2.1 PSLA 270 Print Job Information Navigate to this screen by tapping the info button on a print job on the Queue Screen. 3D Systems, Inc.

  • Page 38: Psla 270 Material Screen

    Context Button - Buttons in this position change under certain circumstances to duplicate, reprint, or delete the queue item. 7.1.3 PSLA 270 Material Screen Use this screen to scan material bottles before pouring them/inserting them in the MDM. 3D Systems, Inc.

  • Page 39: Psla 270 Settings Screen

    MDM - Toggle the optional Material-Delivery Module on/off. Scan Material - Tap to open the Scan Material Dialog. 7.1.4 PSLA 270 Settings Screen 7.1.4.1 PSLA 270 Printing Settings The Printing Settings screen contains on/off controls for automated pre- and post-printing tasks.
  • Page 40 Move Platform to Offload - When turned on, the printer will move the build platform to the offload position after print-job completion. Projector Offset - Can be used to digitally move the projector displays on the build surface for troubleshooting. 7.1.4.2 PSLA 270 General Settings This page contains settings for the GUI and LED Light Strip. 3D Systems, Inc.
  • Page 41 Light Strip - Use the slider to change the brightness of the LED light strip. Color Legend - Tap to bring up a guide for what each LED-light-bar status color means. 7.1.4.3 PSLA 270 Network Settings Your network administrator can use this screen to adjust network settings for your facility.
  • Page 42 DNS Servers - Computers that translate requests for domain names into IP addresses Cancel/Save - Tap to cancel or save network changes. 7.1.4.4 PSLA 270 Printer Info Settings This screen features general printer information and some functions useful in troubleshooting.
  • Page 43 Factory Reset - Tap to go back to the original firmware and default settings. Export Logs to USB - When prompted by 3D Systems, insert a USB drive above the GUI and tap this button to export printer logs for service analysis.

  • Page 44: Psla 270 Install Material Cart

    Alert - Indicates the message is urgent and needs immediate operator attention Message Information - Tap to see more information about the message. 7.2 PSLA 270 Install Material Cart The following procedure can be done with a full or empty vat; however, it is easier if the vat is empty.
  • Page 45 2. Remove the front resin shield from the build chamber. 3. Carefully push the material cart into the printer, aligning it on the rails inside the build chamber. Continue pushing until it stops. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...
  • Page 46 4. Lift the locking handle up to lock the material cart in the machine. This is complete when the locking handle engages with a click. 5. On the GUI, go to Manual Operations → Vat Tab and tap Install Vat. 6. This will activate the QR code scanner. Scan the vat code (not the material code). 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...
  • Page 47 7. If you have an MDM, connect the umbilical cable from the printer to the material cart. 8. The vat is now mechanically and digitally installed. The GUI will show this message: 9. Reinstall the front resin shield in the printer. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...

  • Page 48: Psla 270 Load Material

    1kg bottle of material, or install a 10kg bottle in the MDM. The following sections will describe how to add material for each configuration. 7.3.1 PSLA 270 Pre-mix Material Before Installation CAUTION: Failure to sufficiently pre-mix materials according to this chart may result in color deviation and/or print failure.

  • Page 49: Psla 270 Hand Pour

    7.3.2 PSLA 270 Hand Pour Wear Protective Gloves: Wear Nitrile gloves throughout this procedure. 1. Open the top and bottom doors of the printer. The bottom door has an astragal strip on top that prevents it from opening independently of the top door.
  • Page 50 3. Use the QR-code scanner to scan the code on your new material bottle. The machine will confirm that this material matches that which is in the vat. If you need to use a different material, you will need to do a PSLA 270 Material Changeover first.

  • Page 51: Psla 270 Install Material Cartridge

    5. Remove the cap and slowly pour the material until the bottle is empty. 6. Discard the material bottle according to local government regulations. 7.3.3 PSLA 270 Install Material Cartridge Wear Protective Gloves: Wear Nitrile gloves throughout this procedure. 1. Open the top and bottom doors of the printer. The bottom door has an astragal strip on top that prevents it from opening independently of the top door.
  • Page 52 2. Eject the old resin bottle and discard it according to local government regulations. 3. On the GUI, go to Material Button → Scan Material . This will activate the scanner to verify your material and vat. Also, make sure the MDM is turned on. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...
  • Page 53 4. Use the QR-code scanner to scan the code on your new material bottle. The machine will confirm that this material matches that which is in the vat. If you need to use a different material, you will need to do a PSLA 270 Material Changeover first.
  • Page 54 6. Pull out the MDM and insert the bottle in the orientation shown, until you feel it lock into place. 7. Remove cap from new material bottle. Using a small awl (or equivalent tool) and hammer, pierce a hole into the bottle-vent orifice. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...

  • Page 55: Psla 270 Prepare And Install The Print Platform

    9. Close the MDM drawer and close the printer doors. The MDM will now pump material into the vat. 7.4 PSLA 270 Prepare and Install the Print Platform Print platforms should be treated with care in order to preserve their shape and coating. Avoid dropping print platforms. Print platforms should be thoroughly cleaned and inspected after every use to ensure print adhesion and to ensure different print materials do not mix.

  • Page 56: Psla 270 Install Elevator Forks

    Because of all these factors, clean the platform as well as possible in between builds and always wear 100% nitrile gloves when handling the print platform. 7.4.1 PSLA 270 Install Elevator Forks 1. If your settings do not have the build platform automatically moving home before a build, go to Manual Operations and tap Home.

  • Page 57: Psla 270 Install Print Platform

    Figure 2: Elevator Forks - left side Figure 3: Elevator Forks - right side 7.4.2 PSLA 270 Install Print Platform 1. If your settings do not have the build platform automatically moving home before a build, go to Manual Operations and tap Home.

  • Page 58: Psla 270 Set Print Platform Start Position

    7.4.3 PSLA 270 Set Print Platform Start Position Your installer should have already set the build-start position properly, and set the printer to automatically move the elevator to that position before build-start.

  • Page 59: Psla 270 Install Displacer Block

    3. Tap Set Position. Then tap Start to set this as the Start Position. 7.5 PSLA 270 Install Displacer Block 1. On the GUI, go to Manual Operations → Vat Tab and tap Home Displacer. Wait for displacer motion to stop.

  • Page 60: Psla 270 Install Recoater Blade

    7.6 PSLA 270 Install Recoater Blade 1. On the GUI, go to Manual Operations → Recoater Tab and tap Home. Wait for recoater motion to stop. 3D Systems, Inc.

  • Page 61: Psla 270 Print Job Overview

    3. Lock the recoater into the place using the locking arms. 7.7 PSLA 270 Print Job Overview Before printing can begin, you must prepare a 3D model in 3D Sprint, slice the file, and send the file to the Printer either over your network or via USB.

  • Page 62: Add A Job To The Print Queue Via Usb

    Jobs Tab - Tap to return to the jobs tab while navigating the USB modal. 5. Navigate to your build file and tap the Add to Queue button to add your job. 6. Once the USB modal has closed, you can remove the USB drive. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...

  • Page 63: Add A Job To The Print Queue Via Network

    7.7.4 PSLA 270 Post Processing Once your PSLA 270 parts have printed, they are considered "green." That is to say that they are not finished parts yet, and are not safe to touch without 100% nitrile gloves. The parts will not be considered finished and safe to touch until they have been properly cleaned, dried, and fully cured in a UV chamber.
  • Page 64 CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove the cart until these motions are complete. Do not power off the printer. 3. Open the top and bottom doors of the printer. The bottom door has an astragal strip on top that prevents it from opening independently of the top door. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...
  • Page 65 5. Ensure that the elevator forks and displacer block are disengaged from their elevators. 6. Remove and clean the Recoater Blade with IPA and a lint-free cloth. 7. Disconnect the material cart umbilical cable. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...
  • Page 66 First, you must physically remove the material cart in the next steps. 9. Slowly lower the locking arm on the material cart. 10. Slowly remove the material cart from the machine. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...
  • Page 67 12. Place the Recoater Blade in a safe place, where it will be unlikely to get damaged. 13. Cover the vat. Leave QR-code magnets for the vat and material in place, unless performing a certain type of PSLA 270 Material Changeover.

  • Page 68: Psla 270 Material Changeover

    - Perform this procedure if you own an additional vat and cart for use with your new material. (Recommended) 7.9.1 PSLA 270 MCO - Hand Pour Perform this procedure if you hand-pour your material and wish to use the same vat for the new material. (Not ideal) In this procedure, you will be discarding any remaining old material from your vat before changing to your new material.
  • Page 69 3. Once vat is empty, place your empty bucket under the open valve to collect waste for the following steps. 4. Use lint-free paper towels to soak up residual resin left on the vat sides and bottom. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...
  • Page 70 5. Squirt >90% IPA solution into the vat to rinse away remaining resin. Use lint-free paper towels to help with this. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...
  • Page 71 6. Clean the drain with <90% IPA solution and lint-free paper towels. Use your fingers or a tool to push the paper towels through the top and bottom of the drain to ensure you clean the drain sides. 7. Clean the elevator forks, displacer, and resin-temperature sensor with IPA and lint-free cloths. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...

  • Page 72: Psla 270 Mco - Mdm

    10. The machine will ask for several bottles worth of material to fill the vat to build level. Continue adding material until the GUI says the vat is full. 7.9.2 PSLA 270 MCO - MDM 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...
  • Page 73 Perform this procedure if you have an MDM installed and wish to use the same vat. (Not ideal) You will need to order a new material tube from 3D Systems, as the old material tube cannot be reliably cleaned and would mix old resin with your new resin.
  • Page 74 5. Squirt >90% IPA solution into the vat to rinse away remaining resin. Use lint-free paper towels to help with this. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...
  • Page 75 7. Remove the material cartridge, as seen in PSLA 270 Install Material Cartridge. 8. Put a cap on the resin-delivery tube and detach it from the vat. Pull the tube out through the hole in the bottom of the vat shown below.
  • Page 76 There is resin inside the hose that will leak out if you do not cover the coupler. Discard the material hose and coupler according to government regulations. 10. Install the new material hose: 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...
  • Page 77 Run the tube through the peristaltic pump and close the pump cover. c) Use zip ties to join the material hose with the cables shown and run it up the hole shown in the material cart. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...
  • Page 78 11. Clean the elevator forks, displacer, and resin-temperature sensor with IPA and lint-free cloths. 12. Perform the following procedure: PSLA 270 Install Material Cart 13. Allow the vat time to dry. Remove the vat magnet (2) from your old material and replace it with the vat magnet for your new material.

  • Page 79: Psla 270 Cart/Vat Swap

    14. The machine will ask for several bottles worth of material to fill the vat to build level. Continue adding material until the GUI says the vat is full., 7.9.3 PSLA 270 Cart/Vat Swap Perform this procedure if you own an additional vat and cart for use with your new material. (Recommended) Wear Protective Gloves: Wear Nitrile gloves throughout this procedure.
  • Page 80 MDM. You will need to order a new material tube from 3D Systems, as the old material tube cannot be reliably cleaned and would mix old resin with your new resin. If you have a separate material cart with an MDM (Step 3, below), it will have its own resin-delivery tube and replacement is not necessary.

  • Page 81: Clean Out Vat After A Failed Build

    Alternating Solid/Flashing Colors - Indicates machine is in a certain state and user action is required (e.g. green/yellow flashing) 7.11.1 PSLA 270 LED Light Bar Status Table The following table outlines the different light-bar states and their operator actions specifically for the PSLA 270 STATE/CONDITION LIGHT BAR COLOR...

  • Page 82: Manual Operation

    7.12 Shut Down the PSLA 270 Printer In general, you should leave the printer in an idle state, rather than shutting it down. This is to keep systems running, such as heaters, that will allow you to print quickly when you want to. If you need to shut the printer down completely, perform the following steps.

  • Page 83: Psla 270 Firmware Update

    3. Unplug the printer by pulling out the plug on the printer side. 7.13 PSLA 270 Firmware Update 1. Download the latest firmware from Software Downloads to a USB drive. Ensure that the firmware is in the root folder of the drive, as that is only folder in which the printer will search.

  • Page 84: Psla 270 Preventative Maintenance

    Printer down according to the section Shut Down the PSLA 270 Printer 8.1 PSLA 270 Order Consumable Parts The PSLA 270 has the following consumables and spare parts, which can be ordered from your reseller: • Print Platforms •...
  • Page 85 Post-Processing Guide. Most parts can by removed by hand. If parts are difficult to remove, you can use a metal scraper like the one seen below to scrape them off the print platform. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...

  • Page 86: Psla 270 Clean Elevator Forks

    6. Allow the print platform to air dry completely before using it in the printer. 8.2.2 PSLA 270 Clean Elevator Forks You will need to clean the elevator forks periodically to remove any cured resin residue. Perform once per month.
  • Page 87 If you have an ultrasonic cleaner that is big enough to hold the elevator forks, and rated for containing flammable liquids, you can fill it with IPA and clean the elevator forks. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...

  • Page 88: Psla 270 Clean Displacer Block

    IPA and gently shake the forks in the IPA to agitate. 7. Allow the elevator forks to air dry completely before using it in the printer. 8.2.3 PSLA 270 Clean Displacer Block You will need to clean the displacer Block periodically to remove any cured resin residue.

  • Page 89: Psla 270 Clean Recoater Blade

    IPA and gently shake the displacer in the IPA to agitate. 6. Allow the displacer block to air dry completely before using it in the printer. 8.2.4 PSLA 270 Clean Recoater Blade You will need to clean the recoater blade periodically to remove any cured resin residue.

  • Page 90: Psla 270 Clean Acrylic Window

    5. Allow the recoater blade to air dry completely before using it in the printer. 8.2.5 PSLA 270 Clean Acrylic Window Because it is made of acrylic, the upper-build-chamber door requires special cleaning instructions that must be followed to avoid damage and printer downtime.

  • Page 91: Psla 270 Clean Gui

    2. If there is cured resin on it, pour IPA on a lint-free cloth and spot clean it. With a new lint-free cloth, clean the rest of the GUI with IPA. 8.2.7 PSLA 270 Clean Projector Glass Plates The projector cover has two glass plates that allow the projectors' lights to pass through. Clean these only if directed to so do by 3D Systems Service.
  • Page 92 4. If there is a measurable amount of resin the bottle, cease printer usage and contact your reseller. If the bottle is empty, or only has trace amounts of resin, continue machine usage. 5. Reinstall the back panel. 3D Systems, Inc. p/n 40-D242, Rev. A...

  • Page 93: Psla 270 Troubleshooting

    Note: Unless troubleshooting steps require the Printer to operate, shut down the unit and unplug it before performing troubleshooting steps. 9.1 PSLA 270 Printed Part Quality For any issues with printed-part quality, please contact 3D Systems Customer Service via one of the methods listed in PSLA 270 Service and Support 9.2 PSLA 270 Hardware Issues...
  • Page 94 Be sure the unit is not printing before shutting it down. 2. If item 1 does not fix the issue, contact 3D Systems Service. Printer lower-chamber door does 1. (If applicable) Ensure that the MDM is fully seated in the machine and not close.
  • Page 95 If cartridge is difficult to reinsert, do NOT force it. Wait another 30-60 minutes and try to insert again. If the problem persists, contact 3D Systems Service (If applicable) Material coming out...

  • Page 96: Psla 270 Network Issues

    Facility Requirements Guide for more information. 2. If you are unable to solve network issues, contact 3D Systems Service 9.4 PSLA 270 Firmware Issues This page describes troubleshooting firmware issues with the Printer that will not show an error on a printer screen or via a printer status light.

  • Page 97: Psla 270 Printer Message Glossary

    PSLA 270 PRINTER MESSAGE GLOSSARY The following table lists error messages you may encounter on the printer screen during usage, along with how to clear the error and resume normal operation. CAUTION: Unless the troubleshooting steps in this section require the printer to be powered on, shut down the printer you are working on before troubleshooting.

  • Page 98: Psla 270 Recoater Messages

    Contact your reseller. any operational mode. AppliedMotion Drive Under Voltage The AppliedMotion drive is experiencing Contact your reseller. under voltage. 10.3 PSLA 270 Recoater Messages ERROR TEXT DESCRIPTION REQUIRED ACTIONS AppliedMotion Displacer The system is having trouble 1. Restart the printer.

  • Page 99: Psla 270 Displacer

    Contact your reseller. any operational mode. AppliedMotion Drive Under Voltage The AppliedMotion drive is experiencing Contact your reseller. under voltage. 10.4 PSLA 270 Displacer ERROR TEXT DESCRIPTION REQUIRED ACTIONS AppliedMotion Displacer The system is having trouble 1. Restart the printer.

  • Page 100: Psla 270 Mdm

    Contact your reseller. any operational mode. AppliedMotion Drive Under Voltage The AppliedMotion drive is experiencing Contact your reseller. under voltage. 10.5 PSLA 270 MDM ERROR TEXT DESCRIPTION REQUIRED ACTIONS AppliedMotion Displacer The system is having trouble 1. Restart the printer.

  • Page 101: Psla 270 Resin Level

    Contact your reseller. any operational mode. AppliedMotion Drive Under Voltage The AppliedMotion drive is experiencing Contact your reseller. under voltage. 10.6 PSLA 270 Resin Level ERROR TEXT DESCRIPTION REQUIRED ACTIONS BaumerLevel Communication Error The system has lost connection with the 1.

  • Page 102: Psla 270 Service And Support

    Please contact your Customer Support Hotline at one of the following numbers: Printer Support General Printer service procedures must be performed only by a 3D Systems-certified service technician unless this guide explicitly states otherwise. If your printer system needs service, contact 3D Systems Technical Support at the following numbers: •...

  • Page 103: Psla 270 Ec Declaration Of Conformity

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