Formlabs Form 2 - Emergency and Exceptional Situations

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The Z Fine Tuning setting changes the “Z Oset” value to adjust the distance
between the build platform and the bottom of the resin tank.
The X/Y Fine Tuning option adjusts the scaling factor in the printer’s X and Y axes.
5.4.4 Checking and Maintaining the Resin Temperature
The Form 2 heats resin to a set temperature before starting. Resin is heated
from the metal tank carrier below the resin tank, and the resin temperature is
sensed by an infrared sensor behind the resin tank. The Form 2 automatically
pre-heats and maintains a consistent resin temperature before and between
print jobs. View the resin tank’s current temperature on the Printer tab of
theForm 2’s touchscreen
The tank carrier acts as a heating element and can become very hot
during the printing process. If the resin tank is removed immediately
after printing, do not touch the tank carrier until the temperature reaches
room temperature.
5.4.5 Using Sleep Mode or Powering Off the Form 2
Put the printer into Sleep Mode to deactivate the screen between prints. Turn o
the Form 2 completely when moving or storing the printer and to conserve power.
To toggle Sleep Mode:
1. Press and hold the button for 6–10 seconds until the display turns o.
2. Press the button to wake the printer from Sleep Mode.
To turn o the Form 2 completely, disconnect the power cord from thepower source.
5.4.6 Open Mode
When Open Mode is enabled, the Form 2 deactivates resin dispensing, resin
heating and wiping, and the sensory systems that recognize the resin cartridge
and resin tank.
To start a print in Open Mode, the printer must be idle, not printing:
1. Open the Settings menu on the printer’s touchscreen.
2. Select System.
3. Select Open Mode.
4. Select On or Enable.
5. In PreForm, open the Print Settings dialog box.
6.
Select the recommended material settings from the manufacturer of the
third-party resin.
7. Upload and start the print.
CAUTION
5.5 Emergency and Exceptional Situations
Formlabs has made every eort to provide updated safety data sheets (SDS) for
every resin product, in accordance with the latest government guidelines. Always
consult the SDS as the primary source of information to understand safety and
handling of Formlabs materials.
In an emergency involving resin, always refer to the safety data sheet (SDS)
and/or seek help from a medical professional.
When handling IPA, always consult the safety data sheet (SDS) from the IPA
supplier as the primary source of information. Handle IPA with gloves in a well-
ventilated area. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. IPA evaporates
rapidly, so keep the rinse tub and bottles closed whenever possible.
A resin spill within the printer is often non-fatal to the machine, but it nevertheless
must be cleaned up as soon as possible to maintain good operation of the
Form2. If you have experienced an accidental resin spill, document the problem
with some photos and clean the printer as best as possible. Contact Formlabs
or an authorized reseller as soon as possible.
WARNING