Time Settings; Managing The Machine; Maintenance; Tools And Supplies - formlabs Fast Cure Manual

5.4

Time settings

For the best results, use the recommended time and LED settings tested specifically for use
with the Fast Cure. For detailed guidance and visual assistance, visit support.formlabs.com.
Each material's print settings are designed and refined to print parts successfully at optimal
speeds. Post-curing strengthens crosslinks in the polymer structure, improving strength,
stiffness, and temperature resistance. Due to the increased number of bonds, the material
becomes more tightly packed and will shrink slightly. Each material's print settings are designed
to account for the expected shrinkage during printing and post-curing.
5.5

Managing the machine

Between post-cure cycles, perform maintenance or turn the machine off. For detailed guidance
and visual assistance, visit support.formlabs.com.
5.5.1 Turning off
The Fast Cure is designed to remain powered on when not in use. Flip the breaker switch on
the back of the unit to the 0/OFF position to turn off the machine completely and conserve
power. When moving or storing the machine, unplug the unit from its power source in addition
to flipping the breaker switch.
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6.

Maintenance

To maintain the most efficient and long-lasting machine, ensure regular conservation. Formlabs
provides instructions to advise in installing, operating, and maintaining the machine. It shall
only be maintained by a qualified and trained person. Unauthorized disassembly or repair
procedures may damage the machine.
There are two groups of maintenance procedures: regular, which should be done after every
use, and intermittent maintenance, which only needs to be done occasionally. Please keep a
log detailing when each intermittent maintenance procedure was last performed.
Tampering with, or disassembling the Fast Cure prior to disconnecting the power cable and
waiting approximately ten minutes can subject users to potentially fatal electrical hazards.
DANGER
Wear personal protective equipment (PPE) when performing maintenance tasks. Use
tools only as described.
WARNING
When removing the exterior paneling, disconnect the machine from its power source
before maintenance. Moving parts present crushing and tangling hazards.
CAUTION
• Formlabs provides instructions to advise skilled and unskilled persons in installing,
operating, and maintaining the Fast Cure. The Fast Cure shall only be maintained by
NOTICE
a qualified and trained person.
• Do not open the Fast Cure and/or investigate internal components unless under
the guidance of Formlabs Support or a certified service provider. Contact Formlabs
Support or a certified service provider for any additional guidance.
• Unauthorized disassembly or repair procedures may damage the machine and void
the warranty.
6.1

Tools and supplies

Only use tools, chemicals, or procedures to maintain the Fast Cure that are outlined in this
manual, by prompts on the touchscreen, and on support.formlabs.com.
Do not use any tools, chemicals, or unapproved procedures with the Fast Cure unless
otherwise instructed to do so by Formlabs or a certified service provider.
• General purpose cleaner (e.g., glass cleaner) and/or soapy water
° For cleaning the outer shell and display.
• Isopropyl alcohol (IPA), 90% or higher
° For cleaning the work surface and tools.
• Low-fiber paper towels
° For cleaning the work surface and tools.
° For wiping residue grease, resin, or solvent.
• Non-abrasive microfiber cloth
° For cleaning the outer shell and display.
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