Planmeca Chairside PlanMill 40 User Manual (English)

Brand	Planmeca
Model	Chairside PlanMill 40
Category	Dental equipment
Language	English

Safety Precautions for System Operation

General Safety Warnings

Lists general safety warnings for product usage, maintenance, and unauthorized modifications.

Planmeca Scanner and CAD/CAM Safety

Covers safety aspects of the scanner, including cable, laser, and electrical shock prevention.

Milling Unit Safety Precautions

Details safety measures for the milling unit, including grounding, power cord, and cooling vents.

System Requirements and Setup

Getting Started: Software and License

Guides on starting the software and activating the Planmeca Romexis license.

Logging In and Patient Management

Patient Record Management

Covers searching, sorting, editing, adding, and inactivating patient records.

Planmeca Romexis CAD/CAM Module Operations

Module Introduction and Access

Introduces the CAD/CAM module and guides on accessing it.

Scan and Design Workflow

Covers starting new scans, importing/exporting models, and working with cases.

Setup for Scanning and Restoration

Initial Setup and Restoration Selection

Covers pre-scanning setup, tooth numbering, site selection, and restoration properties.

Material Block Selection

Scanner Operation and Scanning Procedures

Scanner Connection and Positioning

Guides on connecting, disconnecting, indicator lights, and positioning the scanner.

Scan Tab Interface and Tools

Introduces the Scan tab interface, usage counters, and editing/view tools.

Scanning Workflow and Techniques

Covers scanning overview, techniques for different areas, and model alignment.

Model Orientation and Margin Definition

Orientation Principles and Importance

Explains orientation's role in design/milling and intraoral scanning examples.

Model and Impression Orientation

Covers viewing, rotating, and aligning models/impressions for correct orientation.

Margin Drawing and Editing Tools

Details margin tools like Paint, Trace, and Lasso for drawing and editing.

Margin Editing and Selection Area Tools

Covers adding segments, moving margins, and defining selection areas.

Pre-op Editing and Margin Aids

Guides on pre-op editing and using margin aids like ICE view.

Restoration Design Tools and Features

Design Tools Overview and Usage

Introduces design tools for customizing proposals, including libraries and refinement.

Using Tooth Libraries for Restoration Design

Guides on selecting, resizing, and moving library teeth for accurate proposals.

Model Visualization and Thickness Analysis

Covers hiding models and visualizing material thickness for design optimization.

Adjusting Restorations Incrementally

Details incremental tools for rotating, moving, and expanding restorations.

Unrestricted Restoration Modification

Covers freeform tools like Rubber Tooth and Dropper for modifying restorations.

Contact Refinement and Shape Adjustment

Spacer Tool Configuration

Autogenesis and Contact Settings

Covers configuring Autogenesis settings and default contact strengths.

Applying Margin Boost for Thickness

Manipulating Multiple Proposals

Explains designing multiple restorations simultaneously on different tabs.

Milling Operations and Setup

Bridge Design and Scanning Procedures

Covers bridge design basics, tooth preparation, designation, and scanning.

Bridge Orientation and Pontic Margins

Designing a Bridge

Details the workflow for designing a bridge, including abutments and pontics.

Assessing Bridge Connector Integrity

Bridge-Specific Spacer Adjustments

Mill Tab Operations and Preparation

Lists mill tab capabilities and outlines preparation steps before milling.

Selecting Restoration Block Size

Optimal Sprue Placement Guidelines

Positioning in Multiblock

Simulation and Evaluation Process

Guides on performing mill simulation and evaluating results for issues.

Transmitting Design Data to Mill

Configuring Mill Tab Settings

Covers network, material/shade, margin thickness, milling, and simulation settings.

System Settings and Case Management

Configuring Sprue Angle Method

Adjusting Margin Ramp Incline

Setting Default Spacer Thickness

Dropper Tool Default Settings

Selecting Milling Parameters (Standard/Undermill)

Details the Standard and Undermill milling settings.

Setting Point of Interest for Milling Path

Explains Auto POI and Occlusal POI settings for milling path.

Case Data Management Overview

Explains automatic data storage and organization into cases.

Patient Case File Operations

Transferring Volumes Between Patients

Inactivating and Trash Management

Importing 3D Models into CAD/CAM

Exporting Scans and Restorations

Covers exporting data via 3D model, Cloud, and iRomexis.

Planmeca Romexis Cloud User Requirements

Setting Up a Cloud User Account

Downloading Cases from Cloud Service

Configuring Cloud Server and Proxy Settings

Managing Trash and Reactivating Items

Cleaning and Preventive Maintenance

Scanner Tip Cleaning and Disinfection

Provides instructions for cleaning and chemically disinfecting the scanner tip.

Autoclaving Scanner Tips

General Scanner System Cleaning

Milling Unit Cleaning Schedule and Fluid Tank

Refilling Milling Fluids Procedure

Disassembling and Cleaning Spindle Cap A

Disassembling and Cleaning Spindle Cap B

Cleaning Collet Shaft and Spindles

Reassembling Spindle Cap B

EMC Information and Troubleshooting

Electromagnetic Emission and Immunity Guidance

Provides guidance on electromagnetic emission and immunity levels.

Troubleshooting Power and System Issues

Addresses issues with power, fan, software, mouse, laser, and connections.

Troubleshooting Milling Unit Operation

Covers issues like unit not turning on, block orientation, pump, fluid, tool, path, and drawer.

Planmeca Chairside PlanMill 40 User Manual

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers:

Planmeca Chairside PlanMill 40 Specifications

Summary