Printer safety
Machine safety information can be found on the back label of the printer as well as in Appendix A.
This machine to be operated only by trained personnel in accordance with the Operator’s Manual,
safety procedures, and instructions for safe machine operation. Failure to comply with these
specified procedures and instructions may impair the safety features of the machine.
Improper connection of the equipment-grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
Do not use an alternate power cable. Replacing the power cable with an inadequately rated cable
can result in electric shock, arc flash, fire, or damage to the equipment.
To move the printer
Carbon Service is responsible for all printer movements during or after installation. Contact Carbon Service prior to any
printer movements. Carbon Service personnel should be aware of the following risks related to installation and service.
Arc flash and shock hazard. Follow ALL requirements in NFPA 70E for safe work practices and
appropriate Personal Protective Equipment.
Hazardous voltage inside. Disconnect power before servicing. Service by trained Carbon
personnel only.
Do not attempt to lift, carry, or move the printer. Doing so risks tipping the printer over, which may
cause serious injury.
Do not restore power to the printer until maintenance is complete. Do not operate the printer until
proper function has been verified through proper service procedures performed by qualified
Carbon service personnel.
Installation and Service should only be performed by trained Carbon personnel.
Resin safety
You can download a ZIP file containing all Technical Data Sheets (TDSs) for our current resins on the Carbon Materials pages
(carbon3d.com/materials). For our Safety Data Sheets (SDSs), visit the Carbon Academy (https://academy.carbon3d.com/learn/
article/material-sds-tds).
To clean up a resin spill:
It’s important to clean up a resin spill immediately.
1.
Transfer as much of the spilled resin as possible into the liquid waste.
2.
Wipe up the remaining resin with lab wipes, soaked with IPA (if needed).
Lab safety
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Ensure your lab is properly ventilated, as described in the Site Preparation Guide, and has an eyewash
station and safety shower. Also make sure you and your co-workers are properly trained to use the
safety equipment in case an emergency occurs.
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Keep a properly-rated fire extinguisher in the lab and learn how to use it. Carbon resins belong to the
Class B fire group, which includes other flammable liquids such as gasoline, petroleum oil, and paint.
Contact your local fire authorities for more info about fire safety.
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Read and make readily-available the chemical Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for each resin and washing
solvent before starting to handle these chemicals. You’ll find printed copies in the shipping boxes and
links to PDF versions on our website.
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Reduce your risk of exposure to resins and solvents by always wearing proper Personal Protective
Equipment (PPE), including lab coats, UV-blocking safety glasses, and disposable nitrile gloves. Pull hair
back to prevent contamination and wear long pants and completely enclosed shoes to minimize skin
exposure.
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Ensure all employees are trained in good chemical hygiene practices in order to prevent contamination
of work surfaces, tools, equipment, etc. Surface contamination is a safety hazard, as it increases the
likelihood of unintended chemical exposure.
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Only perform the procedures in this guide, and don’t try to alter the printer. Do not use other resins,
solvents, or cleaning tools without first discussing it with your CTP.
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