A1 Series User Manual Read the User manual before operating the product, and keep the manual at a convenient place near the product. 3dprinter.sindoh.
Safety Instructions Be sure to observe the following instructions when using the device.. Warning: Failure to observe the instructions may lead to death or serious injury. • Directly plug the power cord in the receptacle on the wall. Do not use extension cord. • If the power cable or plug is worn or damaged, pull out the power plug. • The exposure of the interior of the machine can cause electric shock or burns. • Do not remove covers or screws other than specified in this manual.
Before using the device Thank you for purchasing our product. This user manual contains detailed information about correct use of device and easy maintenance to maintain the optimal state, and to contribute to the rationalization of office work of your company Please carefully read the user manual before using the device and keep close at hand. In order to use the device correctly and safely, please carefully note the precautions before use. Prohibition and limitation 1.
Contents Before using the device 1. Preface --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 2. Conventions --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2 Symbols -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2 3.
Chapter.2 UI Menu Function 1. UI Menu Function Descriptions ------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-2 1.1 Home ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2-3 1.
Chapter.5 Maintenance 1. Machine Cleaning ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-2 1.1 Printer Interior Cleaning -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-2 1.2 Periodical Inspection ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 5-2 Oil/Grease Inspection ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5-2 1.
Before Using the Device 1. Preface This user manual describes detailed explanations and points to note in operating the device. Please read the user manual very carefully before starting use of the device, and keep it for reference purpose at close. - The contents of the user manual is subject to be changed without any prior notifications. Sindoh shall not be liable for consequential, special, indirect damages or losses caused by the handling or operating of the machine or by the user’s negligence.
Before Using the Device 2. Conventions Symbols This manual uses the following symbols and meanings. - Indicates important safety notes. Ignoring these notes could result in serious injury or death. Be sure to read these notes carefully for your safe operations of the device. - Indicates important safety notes. Ignoring these notes could result in minor injury or damage to the machine or to property. Be sure to read these notes carefully for your safe operations of the device.
Before Using the Device 3. Safety Information Please plug the power cord into a properly grounded outlet with is near and quickly accessible from the device. Do not use or place the machine in wet or humid environment. This device is very sophisticated 3D printing device, so please keep in mind the following safety information for safe use.
Before Using the Device Laser safety The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) prohibits the repair of laser based optical units in the field. The optical housing unit can only be repaired in a factory or at a location with the requisite equipment. The laser subsystem is replaceable in the field by a qualified Customer -Engineer. The laser chassis is not repairable in the field.
Before Using the Device Pain Contact with this part may cause pain. To avoid personal pain or damages to the device, you need to follow the instructions below before moving the device. Do not open the orange cover during machine operation. Do not put any parts of your body or small things like necklace, hair, etc in the machine during machine operation. It may cause personal pain or damages to the device.
Before Using the Device 4. Precautions 4.1 Installation - Install the device in a well ventilated area. - You can smell odor during the operation. It should not be harmful, but if the area of the place where the device is located is not well ventilated, make sure to ventilate the area appropriately periodically. - Place the device in the place where it can’t be touched by children, pets, etc to remove any possibilities of accidents.
Before Using the Device 4.2 Moving the device 2 Turn off the power by pressing power button. Unplug the power cord and all cables being connected the device. 3 Make sure if resin tank is removed. Otherwise, resin in the resin tank may overflow. 4 Lift the device using handles located in the left/right side of the device. Two people must work together using their both hands because the device is very heavy.
Before Using the Device 5. Handling Consumables - Keep consumables out of reach of children, pet, etc. - If skin irritation occurs after touching resin, please see a doctor. - Do not keep the resin cartridge in the following places • Exposed to fire • • Exposed to direct sunlight Where temperature and humid may rise • Where sharp change of temperature may occur • • Covered with dust Inside a vehicle for a long time - Keep resin cartridge away from physical impact or vibration.
Before Using the Device 5.2 Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA) - Isopropyl alcohol is supposed to be sold separately. You should consult the chemical manufacturer or supplier for more in depth safety information. Carefully follow the safety instructions provided with the isopropyl alcohol you purchase. - Isopropyl alcohol can be flammable, even explosive, and should be kept away from heat, fire or - sparks.
Before Using the Device 6. Instructions for Use - Precautions for resin • • Wear nitril gloves all the time while handing the resin. Check the remaining resin capacity before starting print. In case that manual supply of resin is necessary, check if the device is not operating and supply resin into tank very slowly in order - to prevent bubbles because bubbles can degrade the print quality. Precautions for resin tank • Underneath the resin tank, there is transparent sheet made of Teflon.
Before Using the Device 7. Ventilation - Use the machine in a place with good ventilation. If the machine is used in a place without good - ventilation, this may be harmful for your health. Ventilate it on a regular basis. Do not block vents. Inappropriate cooling may lead to high temperatures inside the machine. - In general, a new machine may produce small amount of gaseous components, so ensure good ventilation when the machine is used for the first time.
Before Using the Device 8. Notices ❖ Noise Emission Level The following noise level is measured in accordance of ISO 7779 and reported to meet ISO 9296. Some modes may not be available in products you purchased.
Before Using the Device - Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. - Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver - is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. ③ CAUTION Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Before Using the Device Total Energy Usage It would be useful to calculate the Total energy usage of the machine. Since the electricity bill is charged in Watt unit, you have to multiply time spent in each mode by power consumption in order to calculate the energy use. Total energy usage is the sum of energy used in each mode. Condensation Dramatic change of the ambient temperature may produce water droplets on the interior and exterior of the machine.
Before Using the Device 9. Disposal of Used Battery Control board uses a Lithium battery. Please discard used batteries following the environmentally friendly procedure stated on the manufacturer guidelines. To replace batteries, please contact a qualified service engineer.
Before Using the Device 10. Wifi Module Disclaimer ❖ This device includes a WIFI module compatible only with Sindoh’s 3D Printer models. Wifi Module Inside ❖ Precautions - This Wifi module can cause radio interference, therefore it should not be used for any purposes related to human lives. - - Do not expose this product to water, humidity or liquid. - Do not expose this product to direct light, hot temperature or fire.
Before Using the Device ❖ Precautions Frequency IEEE 802.11b : 2412MHz ~ 2462MHz IEEE 802.11g : 2412MHz ~ 2462MHz IEEE 802.11n(20MHz) : 2412MHz ~ 2462MHz IEEE 802.11n(40MHz) : 2422MHz ~ 2452MHz Antenna Power Density IEEE 802.11b : 10mW(10dbm)/MHz IEEE 802.11g : 10mW(10dbm)/MHz IEEE 802.11n(20MHz) : 10mW(10dbm)/MHz IEEE 802.11n(40MHz) : 10mW(10dbm)/MHz No. of Channels IEEE 802.11b : 11 IEEE 802.11g : 11 IEEE 802.11n(20MHz) : 11 IEEE 802.11n(40MHz) : 7 Modulation IEEE 802.11b : DSSS/CCK IEEE 802.
Before Using the Device 11. USB Memory Disclaimer This USB Memory is compatible with all Sindoh’s 3D printer products. ❖ FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Before Using the Device ❖ IC Identification on Class of ITE CAN ICES-3 (B)/NMB-3 (B) DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY Product name : USB Flash Drive Model name : 8GB-WJ004, 4GB-WJ004 FCC Rules : Tested to comply with FCC Part 15, Class B Operating Environment : For HOME OR OFFICE USE FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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1 Preparations for Machine Operation 1. Specifications 1.1 1.2 1.3 Printing Printing Method SLA (Stereo Lithography Apparatus) Max. Print Size (mm) W(max):200, D(max):200, H(max):180 Layer Thickness Setting 0.025~0.
1 Preparations for Machine Operation 2. Components 2.1 Basic Components Please check all basic components in the packaging box. Please keep the box and packaging material; they are needed for product exchange or repair service.
1 Preparations for Machine Operation 2.2 Finishing Kit (Optional) Nipper 2.3 Sprayer Nitril Glove Washing Tub Cleaning Tray Filter Metal Scrapper Rubber Scrapper Platform Cleaning Brush - The blades of the metal scrapper can be very sharp. Please be cautious. Please do not use for - other than removing printables and cleaning platform. Please do not touch the blade of the scrapper with any of body parts in any cases.
1 Preparations for Machine Operation 3. Understanding the parts [ Front ] [ Rear ] 4 8 7 6 3 2 1 5 9 No. 1 Part Name Description Power Button Press this button shortly to turn on printer. Press and hold for more than 2 seconds to turn off the printer.
1 Preparations for Machine Operation [ Interior ] 3 2 4 1 No. Part Name Description 1 Resin Tank Working space where resin is filled and printing is processed. 2 Resin Tank Locking Levers Levers that lock and unlock the resin tank. 3 Camera Let users monitor how the printing is going on. 4 Resin Level Detect Sensors Detect resin height to fill the optimum amount of resin in resin tank. [ Platform ] 4 3 2 1 No.
1 Preparations for Machine Operation [ Resin Cartridge ] 5 4 3 1 2 No. Part Name Description 1 Resin Cartridge Bottle being filled with resin. 2 Resin Cartridge Handle Let users hold the cartridge in case of handling it. 3 Nozzle Discharges resin through it from the cartridge. 4 Cap Seals cartridge 5 Tube Connects air pump and cap.
1 Preparations for Machine Operation 4. Installation (Including Connection, Cartridge Setup and S/W Installation) Please remove all packaging materials from inside and outside of the device. Furthermore, open the orange cover and remove all protective materials and accessories from interior. 4.1 Device Connection 1 Connect the power cable to the power socket on the rear side of the device, and connect the power cable to the power outlet. 2 Press the power button, located on the lower right of the device.
1 Preparations for Machine Operation 2 Install the additional files required by the software list. 3 When installation of the file is complete, a pop-up window shows up as the picture below. Press [Next] button to initiate the installation of 3DWOX Desktop Program. 4 Choose the destination location of the files and press [Next] to proceed.
1 Preparations for Machine Operation 5 All configurations get saved and the installation starts. 6 After all installation is complete, you can see that “3DWORK Desktop” icon created on the desktop of your computer.
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2 UI Menu Function 1.
2 UI Menu Function 1.1 Home The first screen that user can see after the device is turned ON. This is the starting point where every operations of the device start. 3 4 8 5 1 2 No. Name Description 1 Home Button Move to Home screen. 2 Slide Menu Bar Open Slide Menu. 3 Title Description of the current active screen. 4 Cartridge Display whether or not the resin cartridge is installed. 5 Resin Status Display how much resin remains in the cartridge.
2 UI Menu Function 1.2 Cartridge Cartridge Change Change This function is used to replace the resin cartridge in case that the current resin cartridge is empty or user wants to switch to the different type of resin. 1 Press [Cartridge] from the Home screen. 2 Press [Change].
2 UI Menu Function 3 Open the orange cover, and remove the cartridge currently being used. 4 Replace sealing cap with resin supply cap for the new cartridge, and insert nozzle and tube as being instructed on UI screen. 5 Replace resin supply cap with sealing cap for the used cartridge, and install the new cartridge.
2 UI Menu Function 6 Press [Finish] when installation of the new cartridge is complete, and UI screen will be moved to Home screen in 5 seconds automatically.
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2 UI Menu Function XY Scale This function allow users to change horizontal(X)/vertical(Y) ratio of prints in case that the size difference of 3D model and actual prints exist. 1 Press [Slide Menu Bar] from the Home screen.
2 UI Menu Function 3 Press [XY Scale]. 4 XY Scale screen where horizontal(X) and vertical(Y) scale can be adjusted is shown. 5 Change X/Y scale values by pressing [+] or [-] until they reach the target numbers. Adjustable range is 95.0~105.0% in 0.1% unit. Press [Save] when finished.
2 UI Menu Function Z Offset This function allows users to adjust the distance between platform and resin tank to change the thickness of the first layer of raft. Change Z Offset value to [-] direction in case of printing failure caused by a drop of raft. On the other hand, change Z offset value to [+] value to increase raft thickness in case that raft is thicker than specified. 1 Press [Slide Menu Bar] from the Home screen.
2 UI Menu Function 3 Press [Z Offset]. 4 Z Offset screen is shown up. 5 Change a value by pressing [+] or [-] until it reaches the target number. Adjustable range is - 0.05mm~+0.5mm in 0.05mm unit. Press [Save] when finished.
2 UI Menu Function Chamber Heating rd This function allows users to enable or disable chamber heater feature when 3 party resin is used in Open Mode or heater needs to be turned ON or OFF in any circumstances necessary. ※ Temperature in the chamber is automatically controlled by heater in case of Sindoh’s resin for the best printing quality. It is recommended that chamber heating is turned ON when Sindoh’s resin is used. 1 Press [Slide Menu Bar] from the Home screen.
2 UI Menu Function 3 Press [Chamber Heating]. 4 If you agree on the message of pop-up window, press [Done] to continue. 5 Select [On] or [Off], and press [Save] to finish.
2 UI Menu Function Resin Auto Supply This function allows user to enable or disable resin auto supply features. 1 Press [Slide Menu Bar] from the Home screen.
2 UI Menu Function 3 Press [Auto Resin Supply]. 4 If you agree on the message of pop-up window, press [Done] to continue. 5 Select [On] or [Off], and press [Save] to finish.
2 UI Menu Function Platform Leveling This function allows users to make an alignment of platform with resin tank 1 Press [Slide Menu Bar] from the Home screen.
2 UI Menu Function 3 Press [Platform Leveling]. 4 Remove all resin remaining in resin tank. If resin is not completely removed from the resin tank, leveling may be done incompletely. Refer to [Resin tank] of [5.Maintenance] for details of how to remove resin from the resin tank. 5 Loosen 6 platform locking screws using T-handle hexagon wrench, and press [Next].
2 UI Menu Function T-Handle Hexagon Wrench ※ Do not completely remove screws from the platform and just “loose” them. If you try to remove screws from platform, they may be dropped into resin tank by accident. 6 Platform moves down to the lower limit position. 7 When platform lowering is complete, fasten back 6 platform locking screws using T-handle hexagon wrench, and press [Next]. 8 All leveling procedure is complete.
2 UI Menu Function Dashboard Logging This function let users to remotely check the status of device, and send management information by email. 1 Press [Slide Menu Bar] from the Home screen.
2 UI Menu Function 3 Press [Dashboard Logging]. 4 Select [On] or [Off], and press [Save] to finish.
2 UI Menu Function Network This function let users to set up network configurations of the device. Both wired and wireless LAN can be configured in details. 1 Press [Slide Menu Bar] from the Home screen.
2 UI Menu Function 3 Swipe the screen upward, and press [Network]. 4 Network setup screen is shown up. 1 2 3 4 5 No. Name Description 1 Network Type Select Wifi or wired LAN. 2 ON/OFF Turn ON or OFF Wifi. 3 SSID Select SSID or enter SSID manually if it is hidden. 4 DHCP Allocate IP address automatically 5 Static Enter static IP address and related parameters.
2 UI Menu Function 5 List of SSIDs is displayed. Select a SSID you want to connect, and press [Save] to store the setting. If selected SSID requires password, enter it. 6 Press [DHCP] to see an allocated IP address after getting connected.
2 UI Menu Function 7 Press [Static] if a fixed IP address is required. Press pen icon[ ] to enter IP address manually. 8 For wired LAN, repeat the same procedure as the case of wireless if required.
2 UI Menu Function Test Print This function allows users to print a sample model already saved in the internal memory of printer. 1 Press [Slide Menu Bar] from the Home screen.
2 UI Menu Function 3 Swipe the screen upward, and press [Test Print]. 4 List of sample model files is shown up. Select a file to be printed. 5 Printing gets started.
2 UI Menu Function S/W Update This function keeps S/W of the device up to date. It works only when network connection is available. 1 Press [Slide Menu Bar] from the Home screen. 2 Press [Setting] from the Menu screen 3 Swipe the screen upward, and press [S/W Update].
2 UI Menu Function 4 Press [Update] if you wish to proceed. 5 S/W update is in progress. 6 When S/W update is finished, press [Done] to reboot the device.
2 UI Menu Function General This function allows users to change general settings. 1 Press [Slide Menu Bar] from the Home screen. 2 Press [Setting] from the Menu screen 3 Swipe the screen upward, and press [General].
2 UI Menu Function 4 List of general items appears. Select an item to change. ▣ Language System language of the device can be chosen. Select a language using [<] and [>]. ▣ Power Saving Time delay before entering power saving mode can be set. Adjustable range is 0~120 minutes in 5 minutes unit. Change value using [<] and [>]. 0 minute: Power saving mode is disabled. 5~120 minutes: Time delay before entering power saving mode. ▣ Beep Sound You can turn ON or OFF the beep sound of the device.
2 UI Menu Function ▣ Time Zone Settings The current time zone setting of the device can be shown. Press [>] to change, and swipe the screen up and down to choose the new time zone. ▣ Email Settings Email address, which a photo capturing the printing status will be sent to, can be specified.
2 UI Menu Function Title Descriptions Email Address Email address which a photo capturing the printing status will be sent to. Address SMTP server address of email service. Port SMTP server port number. Normally the port number 25 is used, and sometimes 465 or 587 is used depending on security setting. For details, please contact the administrator of email server or email service provider. ID SMTP server login ID Enter the ID for your email account.
2 UI Menu Function 1.4 Saved Files Saved Files 1 Press [Slide Menu Bar] from the Home screen.
2 UI Menu Function 3 List of files existing in printer’s internal memory is shown. 1 No. Name 2 3 Description 1 Info Displays detailed information of file 2 Delete Deletes a file from the internal memory of printer 3 Print Starts printing a selected file. Printing gets started. ▣ Info It shows details of file such as ile name, resin type, how much resin is required to complete printing, printing time, number of total layers, and z-direction resolution.
2 UI Menu Function 1.5 Info Info Statistics History This allows users to check detailed information about the device, and to set the name of the device and administrator password. 1 Press [Slide Menu Bar] from the Home screen. 2 Press [Info] from the Menu screen.
2 UI Menu Function 3 In Info screen, it is possible to set the name of the device and administrator password, and to see the other detailed information about the device. For history of device usage, press [History]. 4 Statistical information regarding machine usage is shown. For details, press [>]. ▣ Total Print Time Total running time of the device by now is displayed. ▣ Number of Printed Model Total number of print jobs and number of print jobs which are successfully finished are displayed.
2 UI Menu Function ▣ Cumulative Usage - Resin Total cumulative amount of resin is displayed, and usage of each individual resins is displayed too. ▣ Most Recent Print File List List of files being printed most recently is displayed.
2 UI Menu Function 1.6 Quick Guide Quick Guide 1 Press [Slide Menu Bar] from the Home screen. 2 Press [Quick Guide] from the Menu screen.
2 UI Menu Function 1.7 Programs Programs This feature allows users to install add-in SW such as web browser, etc, and make shortcuts for frequently used functions so that you can access them very quickly. 1 Press [Slide Menu Bar] from the Home screen. 2 Press [Programs] from the Menu screen.
2 UI Menu Function 3 Press [Programs] from the Menu screen. ▣ Internet You can access the internet using build-in web browser. ▣ Program Manager You can install or uninstall add-In S/W.
2 UI Menu Function ▣ Install / Uninstall List of add S/W is shown. Press [ ] to install, or [ ] to uninstall.
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3 Printing 1. Printing User can start printing via USB flash drive, USB cable, or over the network. The following Home screen on the device means it is ready to start print. 1.1 Printing from USB Flash Drive 1 Connecting USB flash drive into the device. In order to print using USB flash drive, insert the flash drive into USB port.
3 Printing When the USB flash drive is connected while in the home screen, a list of files in the USB appears. 2 1 No. Name 3 Description 1 File Name A list of files existing in the USB flash drive. 2 Download Downloading a file to the internal memory of the printer. 3 Preview Preview image of print appears. 2 Printing Files Select a file to print in a file list and then pop-up windows asking if everything is ready comes up.
3 Printing File is copied to the internal memory of printer first, and printing gets started. If there is not enough resin in the resin tank, more resin needs to be filled. Air pump starts to run to supply resin and resin starts coming out of the nozzle of resin cartridge. Once resin is filled enough, pump stops and printing starts.
3 Printing If temperature in the chamber is lower than the level being required, heater starts to heat up the chamber. Be aware of that sometimes it may take a time for heating. When you are busy, you may need to start printing even if chamber temperature does not reach the target. If you can’t wait until heating process is finished, press [Start Now]. 3 Print Preview If you press [ ] in a file list of USB flash memory, print preview screen appears.
3 Printing 4 Pausing Print Pressing [Pause] during printing will pause the current print job, and pop-up menu showing additional functions appears. ▣ Printing Check Printing status can be checked. Press [Raise the Platform] to move the platform upward so that user can check printing status.. ▣ Change Cartridge This function allows users to replace resin cartridge with new one if needed. ▣ Resume Returning to the printing screen, and print job will resume.
3 Printing 5 Canceling Print Press [Cancel] if you need to terminate print permanently. Pop-up windows shows up to check If you really want to cancel printing. Press [Cancel Printing] if you are sure, or press [Continue Printing] if you want to resume printing. 6 Printing Completion If printing is complete, platform moves up to return to ready position. When platform’s moving is finished, remove print from the platform following on-screen instructions and press [Done].
3 Printing 1.2 Printing via PC 1 Prepare PC connected to the same network which the printer is connected to. 2 Run Slicer S/W 3 Press [Print] button. 4 Follow steps (same as steps 3~9 of printing from USB flash drive) For pausing and canceling print, please refer to [Printing from USB flash drive] for details. 1.
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4 Printed Output Check 1. Checking Printed Output Wear nitril gloves before getting started and do not take off gloves until all processes are finished. 1.1 Detaching Printed Output 1 Standing by until platform’s returning to ready position. After printing is finished, wait until platform completely returns to ready position. Do not open the orange cover before platform stops moving.
4 Printed Output Check 3 Removing platform locking screws Hold the platform firmly by using either one of handles, and scrape down remaining resin on platform toward resin tank with the other hand. Be careful not to drop or splash resin to other parts but resin tank. Use a metal scrapper with care because blade is sharp. You may be injured especially when scrapping platform. 4 Detaching the printed output from platform Remove the platform and move it to cleaning tray enclosed in finishing kit.
4 Printed Output Check When removing and moving platform, be careful not to drop or splash resin. - Use a metal scrapper with care because blade is sharp. You may be injured when removing output. Close the orange cover after removing platform from the device. Resin can be cured if resin is exposed to light sources for long time. Cured resin may degrade the print quality, and cause print failure. 1.
4 Printed Output Check 3 Drying and post curing - Curing time may vary depending on the printed output’s size and shape. - For quick curing, fill a transparent container with water and put a printed output in the water. Clean up Isopropyl alcohol completely using paper towel or dry it well using air compressor. Then expose the printed output to sunlight for 60 minutes, or use curing machine (optional) for curing. 1.
4 Printed Output Check 2 Cleaning resin tank Release locking levers in both sides and pull out resin tank from the device. - Before removing resin tank, check if platform cleaning has been done. If not, resin may be dropped to protective glass. It may result in contamination of optical parts such as protective glass, laser unit, etc or penetration of resin into the device. - If there is remaining resin in resin tank, be sure not to drop or splash resin in handling resin tank.
4 Printed Output Check Pour all remaining resin into a clean bottle. If resin is not flowing down well, use rubber scrapper enclosed in the finishing kit to scrap down resin. If too much force is applied to the scrapper, film can stretch or tear. Scrape the surface of film softly. Rubber Scrapper After pouring is done, remove all remaining resin inside of the resin tank using Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) and paper towel, and then clean up IPA using dry paper towel.
4 Printed Output Check 3 Checking protective glass A transparent protective glass is located under the resin tank. It can be seen when resin tank is removed. Protective Glass Tilt Bracket Check if there is resin or any types of contaminants on the protective glass, and clean if needed. For details of how to clean the protective glass, please refer to [Protective Glass] of [5. Maintenance]. Protective glass is made of Acryl (PMMA).
4 Printed Output Check 5 Supplying resin Pour the resin, which was stored in a clean bottle, back into the resin tank using filter. Be careful not to exceed the MAX line shown on the resin tank. 6 Installing platform Install the platform on the mount, and fasten two knobs by turning in clockwise direction. 7 Closing that orange cover 1.4 Enhancing Print Quality 1 Following the guideline for resin use Print quality is seriously influenced by condition of resin.
4 Printed Output Check 2. When Printer Can’t be Turned ON 1 When the power is ON again, platform moves upward to initial position. 2 As described in [1. Checking Printed Output], remove aborted print from the platform, and clean platform and resin tank for the next job.
4 Printed Output Check 3. If problems Persist 1 Please visit http://www.sindoh.com for help.
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5 Maintenance 1. Machine Cleaning If a cleaning tool or contaminants such as resin, IPA, etc enters into the device, it may cause malfunctions or failures. Turn off the power while cleaning. 1.1 Printer Interior Cleaning Over time, there will be a build-up of resin in the printer. If resin goes into conveyor belt or any optical parts, it may result in printer malfunction, degradation of print quality, and printing failure. Please clean the inside of the printer regularly or right after print job.
5 Maintenance 1.3 Platform If debris of cured resin, half-cured resin, contaminants exist on the surface of platform or in the holes of it, platform leveling may not be performed perfectly. They can cause the degradation of print quality, or print failure just in case. For the best printing performance, clean the platform regularly and after each printing jobs. Wear nitril gloves before starting cleaning. 1 Remove debris of print and contaminants remaining on platform using metal scrapper.
5 Maintenance 3 Clean remaining resin using paper towel and Isopropyl alcohol. Finally, clean all residual Isopropyl alcohol using dry paper towel. Do not place IPA close to heat, fire or sparks because IPA can be flammable, even explosive. 1.4 Resin Tank Resin tank consists of aluminum die-casted walls, transparent window, flexible film, silicon gaskets. For the best print quality, it is very important to keep optical parts such as transparent window and flexible film clean and undamaged.
5 Maintenance 1 Checking the inside of resin tank To check the inside of resin tank, inspect it by scrapping the bottom of resin tank using rubber scrapper. Look at film and transparent window by carefully scrapping from one side to the other. Do not scrape the bottom of resin tank too strongly. Film can loosen or tear out. Remove the following contaminants below. Use cleaning filter for the better cleaning performance.
5 Maintenance 1.4.3 Cleaning Resin Tank Wear nitril gloves before starting cleaning. 1 Cleaning film Use fingers or rubber scrapper to remove residues of prints sticking to film and cured resin or particles floating in resin. Do not scrape the bottom of resin tank too strongly. Film can loosen or tear out. 2 Filtering remaining resin If meticulous cleaning is necessary, use cleaning filter. If resin does not flow down from the resin tank, use rubber scraper to scrape down resin.
5 Maintenance - Use a safe bottle made of stainless steel or transparent PE/PP plastic. It not, resin can be pigmented, - or bottle can be melted down and mixed with resin. Be careful not to drop or splash resin when pouring resin. Do not scrape the bottom of resin tank too strongly. Film can loosen or tear out. 3 Checking transparent window After clearing all resin from the resin tank is down, check the status of transparent window.
5 Maintenance ① Upset the resin tank to put transparent windows to upward. Be sure to place the resin tank on the flat surface. ② Spray cleaner to the transparent windows once or twice, and wipe it from one side to the other without stopping. ③ Repeat ② until cleaning the transparent is finished. ④ To prevent the dust or dirt from being reattached to the transparent window, fold the microfiber cloth to use a new surface each time you wipe.
5 Maintenance 1.5 Protective Glass Protective glass is made of transparent acryl (PMMA) to pass through laser beam with maximum efficiency. In addition, it blocks external dust or resin from penetrating inside the device. For the best printing performance, it is very important that the protective glass is not scratched or contaminated. If glass is damaged or contaminated, laser beam may be cut off or diffused, so that print quality degradation or printing failure may occur.
5 Maintenance 3 Cleaning protective glass Protective glass needs to be cleaned only with clean microfiber cloth and a dedicated cleaner for acryl (PMMA) material, for example, NOVUS No.1 Plastic Clean and Shine. Non-microfiber cloth or paper towel can scratch the protective window. ① Spray cleaner to the protective glass once or twice, and wipe it from one side to the other without stopping ② Repeat ① until cleaning is finished.
5 Maintenance Never use Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) or ammonia-based cleaner to clean the protective window. Otherwise protective window will be broken or deformed. 4 Checking protective window Check protective window by using reflected light as the exactly same way of checking the transparent window of the resin tank.
5 Maintenance 1.6 Resin Cartridge 1.6.1 Managing Resin Cartridge Photo curable resin is composed of various chemical ingredients. For the best print quality, shake unused resin cartridge at least one a week, so that ingredients are well mixed. Ensure a sealing cap is firmly closed before shaking. Sealing Cap 1.6.2 Storing Resin Cartridge Store resin cartridges in a dark and well ventilated place. Avoid location where temperature and humidity is too high or too low. 1.6.
5 Maintenance If the smart ID Chip or terminals are contaminated with resin, etc, clean them by rubbing a cotton swab with a small amount of Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) until contaminants are completely removed. - Be careful not to get Isopropyl alcohol on the resin tank or other parts of the cartridge by mistake. - Ensure that Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) is completely dry before installing the resin cartridge. - Ensure that the sealing cap is firmly closed before cleaning.
5 Maintenance 1.7 Orange Cover The orange cover is made of translucent orange acryl (PMMA) material in order to allow users to check the situation of inside the device. Orange acryl is a specially selected material to safely shield the laser beam. To prevent users from accidentally using the device with the cover open, double safety devices are used; when the cover is opened during printing, the device is designed to temporarily stop printing for user’s safety.
5 Maintenance Pull the center part of the cover in order to close easily. If you pull the left or right part, force is dispersed, which needs more force than the center. 1.7.3 Cleaning the Orange Cover Orange cover needs to be cleaned only with clean microfiber cloth and a dedicated cleaner for acryl (PMMA) material, for example, NOVUS No.1 Plastic Clean and Shine. Non-microfiber cloth or paper towel can scratch the orange cover.
5 Maintenance Never use Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) or ammonia-based cleaner to clean the orange cover. Otherwise orange cover will be broken or deformed.
5 Maintenance 2. Error Messages and Solutions Message Description What To Do Booting Please wait until booting is complete. On the first boot, user must wait until the booting process is finished. Once the boot up process is finished and device is EC 301 Error with main cooling fan in the Check if there is any foreign substance interfering rear. fan operation, and remove it that you may find, or reboot the device. If problem persists after rebooting, request A/S.
5 Maintenance 3. Problems and Solutions 3.1 If the Resin is not Properly Supplied 3.1.1 Checking Auto Resin Supply Function If [Auto Resin Supply] function is set to [OFF], resin will not be supplied automatically. Check if [Auto Resin Supply] function is set to [ON]. 3.1.2 Checking Smart IC Chip and Terminals or Resin Cartridge If smart IC chip or terminals are contaminated with resin, etc, resin cartridge may not be detected even if it is properly installed.
5 Maintenance 3.1.3 Checking Transparent Windows for Level Detect Sensors There are two small transparent windows for level detect sensors. They are located in backside of left and right. If those windows are contaminated, resin may not be supplied automatically because S/W considers that the sufficient resin is already filled in the resin tank. Windows For details of how to clean those windows, refer to [Resin Tank] of [5.Maintenance]. 3.1.
Tube 5 Maintenance 3.1.5 Resin Supply in Open Mode rd If 3 party resin is used in open mode, resin may not be supplied or may be overflowed. Set [Auto Resin Supply] function to [OFF] if you operate the device in open mode.
5 Maintenance 3.1.6 Empty Resin Cartridge If all resin in the resin cartridge runs out, resin won’t be supplied. Replace with a new one. For details of how to replace a resin cartridge, refer to [Replacing Resin Tank] of [5.Maintenance]. - Smart IC chip is used to keep track of the remaining amount of resin in the cartridge. If resin is manually charged or removed from the resin tank, malfunction may occur because it cannot detect the correct remaining amount. 3.
5 Maintenance 3.3.2 Cleaning Resin Tank & Platform Refer to how to clean resin tank and platform, please refer to [Resin Tank] and [Platform] sections of [5.Maintenance]. In case of printing failure, more debris or contaminants can exist in the resin. It is recommended that you should use filter to remove residual contaminants.
5 Maintenance 4. Replacing Consumables 4.1 Replacing Resin Cartridge 1 Preparation for replacing Photo curable resin is composed of various chemical ingredients. For the best print quality, shake new resin cartridge before replacing in order to mix up well all ingredients. Ensure a sealing cap is firmly closed before shaking.
5 Maintenance If the cap is not completely closed, there may be a problem in resin supply. You must close the cap until the protrusions on the cartridge and cap are in contact each other. Protrusions 3 Removing used resin cartridge Pull out the resin supply tube from the cartridge. Tube Lift the resin cartridge using handle, and take out the cartridge out of the machine.
5 Maintenance If resin remains in used cartridge, replace resin supply cap with sealing cap to prevent leakage of resin and curing. If resin supply cap is not replaced with sealing cap, resin can leak or can be cured though the hole existing in the resin supply cap. 4 Installing new resin cartridge Install new resin cartridge in the housing inside of the machine. . 5 Inserting resin supply tube Insert resin supply tube into the boss of resin supply cap. This tube connects air pump with resin cartridge.
5 Maintenance If air pump tube is not properly connected to resin supply cap, there may be a problem with resin supplying. Ensure that the end of tube is pushed completely down up to the bottom of the resin cartridge.
5 Maintenance 4.2 Replacing Platform Wear clean nitril gloves before starting cleaning. 1 Removing the current platform Open the orange cover, and remove two platform locking knobs by turning in counter-clockwise direction. Hold the platform with both hands grasping handles, and remove it from the machine. Be careful not to drop the platform during handling it.
5 Maintenance 2 Installing a new platform Place a new platform on the mount in the exactly reverse order of removing the platform, and secure it with two locking knobs by turning them in clockwise direction. When placing a platform on the mount, align two protrusions of the mount with platform’s holes. If they are not aligned, platform will not be installed properly.
5 Maintenance 4.3 Replacing Resin Tank 4.3.1 Replacing Resin Tank 1 Removing the current resin tank Open the orange cover, and release two locking levers in left/right side of resin tank. Cover Levers To remove the current resin tank, pull the resin tank slightly forward and lift it up. To lift up the resin tank, it needs to be pulled forward so that the projection of the resin tank is completely out of the locking lever.
5 Maintenance 2 Removing remaining resin If resin remains in the resin tank, pour all remaining resin through filter and store in the bottle. If resin does not flow down well, use rubber scrapper to scrape down. Rubber Scrapper Filter Bottle . - Use a safe bottle made of stainless steel or transparent PE/PP plastic. It not, resin can be pigmented, or bottle can be melted down and mixed with resin. - Be careful not to drop or splash resin when pouring resin.
5 Maintenance 4 Leveling platform It is necessary to perform a platform leveling process when new resin tank is installed. Please refer to [Platform Leveling] for details of leveling platform. To check if resin tank is properly installed, there is an actuator lever in the backside of resin tank. If this lever is actuated by any accidents, it is considered that resin tank is installed even though resin tank does not exist in place.
5 Maintenance 4.3.2 Replacing Release Film Wear clean nitril gloves before starting cleaning. If film is seriously damaged, replace it according the following procedure. Contact your local service center regarding ordering film replacement kit. 1 Cleaning resin tank For details of how to clean resin tank, refer to [Resin Tank] of [5.Maintenance]. 2 Removing transparent window Turn the resin tank upside down with the transparent window of resin tank facing up. Then, place it on a flat surface.
5 Maintenance Check if tray and gasket gets resin on them, and if necessary, clean them with Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) and paper towel. 3 Removing a sealing bracket Remove 36 screws to disassembly a sealing bracket using a crosshead screw driver. Sealing Bracket 4 Removing a release film After removing a sealing bracket, remove two rubber gaskets and release film. Clean gaskets with Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) and paper towel, and scrap the release film.
5 Maintenance Align protrusions of the resin tank with gaskets and film well. If film or gasket is placed over the protrusions, they may be damaged. 5 Assembling a sealing bracket Put a sealing bracket on top and fasten 36 screws back. Fasten 4 screws in every corner first, and do the same for the other 32 screws.
5 Maintenance 7 Cleaning the release film and transparent window If any contaminants exist between film and window, it is impossible to remove them. Therefore, it is necessary to clean up the film and the window before putting back the tray. Clean the release film with some Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) and paper towel. For transparent window, use clean microfiber cloth and a dedicated cleaner for acryl (PMMA) material, for example, NOVUS No.1 Plastic Clean and Shine.
5 Maintenance - Pay attention to the orientation when assembling the tray. Make sure that the protruded parts on the left and right sides of the tray are to be positioned opposite the outlet of resin tank. If assembly direction is wrong, the resin tank will not be installed. - When assembling tray, fasten 4 screws in the corner and do the same to the other 12 screws. 9 Installing the resin tank Check if any contaminants, fingerprint, dirt remain in the film and transparent window.
Notice to Users Type • Class A equipment (commercial telecast equipment) • Class B equipment (domestic telecast equipment) Notice This equipment is a Class A EMC (Electromagnetic compatible) equipment, and should not be use in household locations This equipment is a Class B EMC (Electromagnetic compatible) equipment for household purposes, available to be used in any location. ※ This Product is a Class A equipment.
