Formlabs Form 3 - Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Safety Warnings | 13
This product has demonstrated EMC compliance under conditions that included the use of
compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components. It is important
that you use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components to
reduce the possibility of causing interference to radios, televisions, and other electronic devices.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
3.1.5 Isopropyl Alcohol (IPA)
Formlabs does not manufacture isopropyl alcohol. Consult the chemical manufacturer
or supplier for detailed safety information.Carefully follow the safety instructions
provided with the isopropyl alcohol that you purchase. Isopropyl alcohol can be
flammable, even explosive, and should be kept away from heat, fire, or sparks. Any
containers holding isopropyl alcohol should be kept closed or covered when not in
use. We also recommend that you wear protective gloves and have good ventilation
when working with IPA.
3.2 Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
Resin may cause skin irritation or an allergic skin reaction. Wear gloves when handling
liquid resin or resin-coated surfaces. Wash skin with plenty of soap and water.
Some methods of support removal may cause small pieces of supports to break away.
Beware of flying debris. Wear eye protection and gloves to protect the skin and eyes.
3.3 Specifications of Tools to Be Used
The Form 3 shall only be used with supplied accessories and additional tools recommended
by Formlabs. Third-party accessories and materials may cause damage.
Purchase additional supplies:
• Keep paper towels in stock to ensure a clean work environment for printing and finishing.
• Clean optical surfaces, including the optical window and the underside of the resin tank,
with PEC*PAD lint free wipes.
• Isopropyl alcohol (IPA, 90% or higher)is the recommended solution for rinsing parts and
cleaning liquid resin after each completed print.
• Connect the printer to a local area network with an Ethernet cable.
• Wear disposable chemical-resistant gloves, such as nitrile or neoprene, when handling
resin or resin-coated surfaces and optics.
• Wear safety glasses when handling liquid resin, when removing printed parts, and when
removing supports from a printed part.
• Clean the cover and outer shells with a non-abrasive microfiber cloth and soapy water
or a general purpose cleaner, such as glass cleaner.
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