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- Page 1 Alaris 3‐D Printer Site Preparation Guide DOC‐04002 Rev. C March 2010 Objet Geometries Ltd. Objet Proprietary Information...
- Page 2 Alaris Site Preparation Guide Objet Confidential and Proprietary Information Copyright Copyright © 2010 by Objet Geometries Ltd. All rights reserved. This documentation contains proprietary information of Objet Geometries Ltd. This information is supplied solely to assist Objet‐authorized personnel and customers of Alaris 3‐D printing systems. No part of this document may be used for other purposes, and it may not be disclosed to other parties. The specifications on which this document is based are subject to change without notice. No part of this book may be reproduced in any form or by any means, nor stored in a database or retrieval system, without prior permission in writing from Objet Geometries Ltd. March 2010 DOC‐04002 Rev. C Trademarks ® ® The following are registered trademarks of Objet Geometries Ltd.: Objet , Fullcure The following are trademarks of Objet Geometries Ltd.: Connex, Connex500, Connex350, Alaris, Alaris30, Eden, Eden250, Eden260, Eden260V, Eden350V, Eden350, Eden500V, PolyJet, PolyLog, Objet Studio, Job Manager, Tango, VeroBlue, VeroWhite, VeroBlack TangoBlack, TangoGray, TangoPlus, Durus, DurusWhite, Digital Materials, Polyjet Matrix, ObjetGreen and CADMatrix. Microsoft and Microsoft XP are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation. All names of products and services cited in this book are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective companies. DOC-04002 Rev. C...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Alaris Site Preparation Guide Objet Confidential and Proprietary Information Contents Introduction About this Guide ..................5 Installation and Training................. 5 Physical Description Configuration.................... 6 Size and Weight ..................6 Start‐Up Kit ....................7 Noise Level....................7 Shipment and Delivery Shipping Information and Responsibility ..........8 Shipping Pallets ..................8 Equipment ....................8 Unloading Space.................. - Page 4 Alaris Site Preparation Guide Objet Confidential and Proprietary Information Heat Dissipation ..................16 Air Conditioning ..................16 5.7.1 Temperature................16 5.7.2 Humidity .................. 17 5.7.3 Ventilation ................17 Waste Disposal (for Model/Support Material)........17 Solvent/Cleaning Solution ..............17 5.10 Storage of Printing Materials..............18 5.10.1 Storage and Transport Conditions........18 5.10.2 Shelf Life ................... 18 5.10.3...
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Page 5: Introduction
Alaris Site Preparation Guide Objet Confidential and Proprietary Information 1 Introduction 1.1 About this Guide This document provides site preparation information and requirements for Alaris 3‐D printing systems to ensure proper system installation and operation. The customer is responsible for preparing the installation site according to the instructions and guidelines described in this document. The following topics are covered in this guide: • Physical Description • Shipment and Delivery • Site Requirements • Facility Requirements • Site Preparation Checklist Important: Since site preparation activities must be completed before the installation date, it is important for the customer to read this guide thoroughly and to complete the Customer Site Preparation Checklist at the end of this guide. On completion, the checklist should be faxed to customer’s Objet contact person. For special operating conditions or if you have any questions about the site preparation procedure, contact your local Objet Geometries representative. 1.2 Installation and Training Installation and training take two work days:... -
Page 6: Physical Description
Alaris Site Preparation Guide Objet Confidential and Proprietary Information 2 Physical Description 2.1 Configuration The Alaris 3‐D printing system consists of the following main components: • The Alaris 3‐D printer • The Alaris computer (built into the printer) • A printer‐server workstation (computer provided by the customer) Figure 2–1 Alaris printer 2.2 Size and Weight The following table shows the size and weight information for the Alaris printer. Unit W × H × D (cm) W × H × D (inch) -
Page 7: Start-Up Kit
Alaris Site Preparation Guide Objet Confidential and Proprietary Information 2.3 Start-Up Kit The Alaris printer comes equipped with a start‐up kit, which includes tools and accessories. These tools and accessories may be required during the installation and are available for use by the customer. It is recommended that the start‐up kit be stored near the Alaris printer. The start‐up kit includes the following: • Customer Tool kit—Allen keys, screwdrivers, a mirror, a scraper, a spatula and a loupe for regular operation and maintenance. The tools are kept in a special pouch. • Consumable items—wiping cloths, pink paper, transparencies and so on, to maintain the printer for approximately two years. • Parts and accessories for emergency maintenance of the Alaris system. 2.4 Noise Level The noise level at a distance of 100 cm (39.4 in) from all sides of the Alaris printer is lower than 70 dB while printing. Impact noise was not found. DOC-04002 Rev. C... -
Page 8: Shipment And Delivery
Alaris Site Preparation Guide Objet Confidential and Proprietary Information 3 Shipment and Delivery 3.1 Shipping Information and Responsibility The Objet distributor will arrange shipment to the customer’s facilities, as indicated in the “ship to” part of the invoice. It is the customer’s responsibility to provide the distributor with detailed delivery instructions. The customer is responsible for transporting the system to a suitably prepared installation site. Objet‐certified Customer Support Engineers will advise the customer on site preparation, upon request. Caution: Equipment should be unpacked and installed by authorized Customer Support Engineers only. 3.2 Shipping Pallets The printer arrives on a wooden pallet. The pallet’s approximate size and ... -
Page 9: Unloading Space
Alaris Site Preparation Guide Objet Confidential and Proprietary Information 3.4 Unloading Space In order to select the correct type of truck to deliver the printer, the presence or absence of a loading dock at the customer site must be identified. Check the route from the unloading location to the installation location and make sure there are no obstructions. 3.5 Unloading Assistance The customer must provide professional unloaders to unload the pallets and transfer them to the site. The unloaders will assist the distributor’s personnel in unpacking the equipment. 3.6 Training After the installation of the Alaris 3‐D printing system, an authorized Objet customer support engineer will train an operator and supervise the operation of the printer (1½ work days). The printer operator needs to be available during the entire installation and training period—two work days. DOC-04002 Rev. C... -
Page 10: Site Requirements
Alaris Site Preparation Guide Objet Confidential and Proprietary Information 4 Site Requirements The following factors should be considered when choosing a suitable location for the Alaris printer and server workstation: • Isolation from sources of vibration such as generators and central air‐conditioning systems. • Protection against sprinklers or pipes carrying liquids above the system. • Adequate free space at the front of the printer to ensure convenient access for loading materials and removing printed models. 4.1 Floor Area For convenience, Objet recommends that you place the Alaris printer on a stable table or stand with lockable wheels. You can order a printer stand from Objet using part number: OBJ‐04005. In normal operation, the Alaris printer requires a clear space of 20 cm behind the printer. DOC-04002 Rev. C... - Page 11 Alaris Site Preparation Guide Objet Confidential and Proprietary Information Figure 4–1 is a sample floor plan, showing the space required for the system units and the minimum recommended service area for the printer. 60 cm 24" 24" 24" 60 cm Alaris 60 cm Printer Service 9'10" 24" Area 300 cm 60 cm Switchbox Server Workstation See Section 4.4 9'10" 300 cm Figure 4–1 Floor plan (minimum maintenance distances shown) If your specific work area does not meet this minimum floor plan, consult ...
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Page 12: Clear Space Above The Printer
Alaris Site Preparation Guide Objet Confidential and Proprietary Information 4.2 Table Height & Strength The height of the table should be 62–72 cm (2 feet to 2 feet, 4 inches). This establishes a working height of 100–110 cm (2 feet, 3 inches to 2 feet, 7 inches). Warning: Four (4) people are required to lift the Alaris printer onto the table. The stand/table must be capable of carrying a load of at least 100 kg (220 lb). For the weight of the printer, refer to Table 1, “Printer size and weight,” on page 6. The stand/table must be level. 4.3 Clear Space Above the Printer A clearance of 60 cm (2 feet) must be maintained above the printer to ... -
Page 13: Facility Requirements
Alaris Site Preparation Guide Objet Confidential and Proprietary Information 5 Facility Requirements 5.1 Electrical Power Requirements 5.1.1 Power Requirements Alaris printers have the following power rating: Voltage Current 100–120 VAC single-phase, 50–60 Hz 200–240 VAC single-phase, 50–60 Hz 3.5 A Table 3: Printer power rating A Type C circuit breaker with the following specification is recommended ... -
Page 14: Uninterruptible Power Supply (Ups)
To avoid printing problems due to power outages and other power problems, it is recommended that the customer install equipment that ensures a continuous power supply, with the following functionality and specifications. 5.2.1 Functionality The device used must have a USB alert output for “graceful system shutdown.” (Do not use a UPS device which only has a Serial Com (RS‐232 Protocol) signal output.) At this time, the Alaris printer is not supplied with the software to take advantage of “graceful system shutdown.” 5.2.2 Specifications Refer to the relevant voltage below when selecting a UPS: Voltage Current Power 100–120 VAC, 50–60 Hz 16 Amps 1500 VA for 20 minutes 200–240 VAC, 50–60 Hz... -
Page 15: Server Workstation
RAM and hard disk space, and so on. The server workstation must have a user with Administrator privileges. No additional programs (including antivirus software) should be installed on the server workstation. Objet recommends that the server workstation be connected to the customer’s LAN before printer installation. You control both the built-in Alaris computer and the server workstation with same keyboard-monitor-mouse set by using a KVM switchbox. The switchbox is provided in the printer Start-up Kit. The server workstation specifications (listed in Table 6) are relevant for all CAD and remote client workstations that send models to the printer, with the exception of the following: •... -
Page 16: Network
Workstation Figure 5–1 Network connection The Alaris printing system enables printing from all workstations connected to the customer’s network. Therefore, during the site preparation, identify all such workstations to ensure that each has the correct operating system and computer specifications. -
Page 17: Humidity
Ventilation). 5.7.3 Ventilation Ventilation is required to maintain the necessary environment conditions in the room where the Alaris system is operated (see above). The ventilation system should have the capacity to replace all of the air in the room four times an hour. The Alaris printer evacuates air using an internal blower with a capacity of 106 CFM (cubic feet per minute) (180 m per hour). 5.8 Waste Disposal (for Model/Support Material) The customer is responsible for disposing all of the liquid and solid waste according to local laws and regulations. This waste also includes the following: •... -
Page 18: Storage Of Printing Materials
Alaris Site Preparation Guide Objet Confidential and Proprietary Information 5.10 Storage of Printing Materials 5.10.1 Storage and Transport Conditions Store containers of model and support materials, indoors, in a dry area with adequate ventilation and with the temperature kept between 16–27 degrees Celsius (60–81 degrees Fahrenheit). Similarly, transportation of these materials requires a dry environment kept between 16–27 degrees Celsius (60–81 degrees Fahrenheit). Printing materials are combustible. Never expose printing materials to flames, heat or sparks. Printing materials should be stored in conformance with applicable fire department and insurance company regulations and other applicable laws, regulations, codes and guidelines. 5.10.2 Shelf Life Alaris printing materials can be used until the expiry date indicated on the container, provided that the container is undamaged. Inventory provisions should be made to insure that containers with the closest expiry date are used first. If the printing materials are not stored under the recommended conditions, their effective life is shortened. -
Page 19: Site Preparation Checklist
Dear customer, Thank you for reading this site preparation guide. Please fill in the customer informa- tion and table below and fax it to your local Objet contact person (after which an instal- lation date can be scheduled). Consult with an Objet-certified engineer if you have any questions related to the checklist and its implementation. - Page 20 Alaris Site Preparation Guide Objet Confidential and Proprietary Information Completed (according to spec.) Item and reference Notes Floor area and strength (section 4.1) Room layout (section 4.1) Access to final site, doors, hallways, etc. (section 4.4) Electrical power supply and outlets (sections 5.1.1—5.1.3)
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