User manual

Spectrum Z510 User Manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1 Introduction .............................................................................................................................5
1.1 Overview ......................................................................................................................5
1.2 How It Works................................................................................................................6
1.3 System Components....................................................................................................8
1.4 Printer Components .....................................................................................................9
1.5 Control Panel................................................................................................................9
1.6 Internal Components..................................................................................................10
1.7 ZD5 Powder Recycling System..................................................................................12
1.8 Spectrum Z510 Accessories and Tools .....................................................................13
1.9 ZPrint System Software .............................................................................................13
2 Quick Start Guide..................................................................................................................14
2.1 Preparing the 3D Printer ............................................................................................14
2.2 Preparing the Build in ZPrint Software.......................................................................16
2.3 Removing the Part .....................................................................................................17
3 Routine Operation.................................................................................................................18
3.1 Preparing the Build Area............................................................................................18
3.2 Cleaning the Service Station......................................................................................20
3.3 Checking Fluid Levels................................................................................................22
3.4 Change Print Heads...................................................................................................23
4 Using the ZPrint
TM
Software..................................................................................................27
4.1 Tips on Setting up the Build .......................................................................................27
4.2 Open or Import the File(s)..........................................................................................28
4.3 Part Orientation ..........................................................................................................28
4.3.1 Part Containing an Opening or Hollow Area .....................................................28
4.3.2 Part Containing Overhangs ...............................................................................28
4.4 Checking Build Settings .............................................................................................29
4.5 Printing the Build ........................................................................................................30
5 Post Processing the Part.......................................................................................................31
5.1 Tips on Gross and Fine Depowdering .......................................................................31
5.2 Post Processing Tools ...............................................................................................31
5.3 Removing the Finished Part.......................................................................................33
5.4 Depowdering the Part ................................................................................................35
5.5 Drying the Part ...........................................................................................................36
5.6 Part Infiltration ............................................................................................................36
5.6.1 Using Paraplast X-TRA Wax .............................................................................37
5.6.2 Using Z-Bond
TM
Cyanoacrylate .........................................................................38
5.6.3 Using Z-Max
TM
Epoxy ........................................................................................39
6 Service Menu and Other Maintenance .................................................................................41
6.1 Unpark........................................................................................................................41
6.2 Purge Print Head........................................................................................................41
6.3 Check Powder Level ..................................................................................................41
6.4 Drop Feed Piston .......................................................................................................41
6.5 Fill Bed .......................................................................................................................41
6.6 Preheat Printer ...........................................................................................................41
6.7 Maintenance...............................................................................................................41
6.7.1 Fast Axis Lubrication .........................................................................................42
6.7.2 Slow Axis Lubrication ........................................................................................44
6.8 Piston Screws Lubrication..........................................................................................46
6.9 Bleed Air.....................................................................................................................47
6.10 Service Print Heads ...................................................................................................48
6.11 Prime Wash Line........................................................................................................48
6.12 Stripe Test..................................................................................................................48
6.13 Cleaning the Spreader Roller / Toggle Roller ............................................................48
6.14 Check Status..............................................................................................................50
6.15 Report Capabilities.....................................................................................................50