Formlabs Form 3 - Component Care and Lubrication

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6.2 Inspection Tasks Between Prints
6.2.1 Inspect the Bite Valve
Thebite valveis located on the underside of the resin cartridge. This flexible seal regulates resin
dispensing. Resin flows out of the opening in the center of the bite valve when thecartridge
dispense armsqueezes the valve open.
When switching to a dierent resin cartridge, inspect the bite valve for any cured resin or damage.
6.2.2 Inspect the Resin Tank Interior
See 6.5.2 Maintain the Resin Tank.
6.3 Monthly Inspection and Maintenance Tasks
6.3.1 Protect the ID Chips on the Resin Tank and Resin Cartridge
ID (identification) chips on resin tanks and resin cartridges detect, track, and match the resin
type in the tank with the proper resin cartridge. The ID chip is on the underside of each tank
frame and on the bottom of the cartridge near thebite valve.
Protect the ID chips, the tank carrier, the tank spring fingers, and the cartridge spring fingers from
resin contamination or damage. Cured resin or contamination prevents the printer from properly
identifying a cartridge or resin tank during insertion or use. Avoid exposing the cartridge ID chip,
the resin tank ID chip, the tank carrier, and the tank spring fingers to liquid resin.
6.3.2 Clean the ID Chips or Spring Fingers
To remove resin from the ID chip or spring fingers:
1. Apply a small amount of clean IPA to the tip of a cotton swab.
2. Rub the tip of the cotton swab onto the silver pads on the ID chip or onto and around the
spring fingers. The cured resin or contamination dissolves.
Do not bend the spring fingers when cleaning. Ensure that any IPA on the ID chip
dries completely before continuing printing.
6.3.3 Inspect the Resin Tank Exterior
See 6.5.2 Maintain the Resin Tank.
6.4 Periodic Inspection and Maintenance Tasks
6.4.1 Inspect the Cover
Visually inspect the cover for traces of resin, cracks, or other damage.
Clean the cover with a non-abrasive microfiber cloth and soapy water or a general purpose
cleaner, such as glass cleaner.
In the case of a crack that allows light to pass through the cover, replace the cover. See 7.5
Disassembly and Repair.
6.4.2 Inspect the Display
Visually inspect the display for any traces of resin. Clean the display with a non-abrasive
microfiber cloth and general purpose cleaner, such as glass cleaner.
6.4.3 Inspect the Drip Catcher
Disconnect the power cable. Moving parts and lead screws present crushing and
tangling hazards.
NOTICE
WARNING