Formlabs Form 3 - Printer Maintenance; Routine Inspections

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6. Maintenance
• Formlabs provides instructions to advise skilled and non-skilled persons in
installing, operating, and maintaining the Form 3. The Form 3 shall only be
maintained by a qualified and trained person.
Do not open the Form 3 and/or investigate internal components unless under
the guidance of Formlabs or a certified service provider. Contact Formlabs or a
certified service provider for any additional guidance.
• Unauthorized disassembly or repair procedures may damage the printer and
void the warranty.
• Wear personal protective equipment when performing maintenance tasks. Use
tools only as described.
• Disconnect the power cable before maintenance. Moving parts and lead screws
present crushing and tangling hazards.
6.1 Inspecting the Product
6.1.1 Before Each Print
Inspect Refer to: Section:
Installation Environment Operational Environment 5.1
Resin Cartridge Bite Valve Inspect the Bite Valve 6.2.1
Resin Tank Interior Maintain the Resin Tank 6.5.2
6.1.2 Monthly
Inspect Refer to: Section:
Resin Cartridge ID Chip and Reader Protect the ID Chips on the Resin Tank and Resin
Cartridge
6.3.1
Resin Tank Spring Fingers Protect the ID Chips on the Resin Tank and Resin
Cartridge
6.3.1
Resin Tank Exterior Maintain the Resin Tank 6.5.2
6.1.3 Every 3 Months
Inspect Refer to: Section:
Cover Inspect the Cover 6.4.1
Display Inspect the Display 6.4.2
Drip Catcher Inspect the Drip Catcher 6.4.3
Shells Inspect the Shells 6.4.4
X- and Z-axis Lead Screws Inspect and Lubricate the X- and Z-axes 6.4.5
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