THORLABS Vytran FFS2000 Series User Manual

FFS2000 Series Chapter 11: Maintenance
Rev B, July 21, 2017 Page 61
Chapter 11 Maintenance
11.1. Planned Maintenance
The FFS2000 Series is designed for a production environment to give trouble free operation provided normal
planned maintenance is adhered to. Maintenance and repair procedures should only be performed by trained
personnel. Improper service and/or repair could result in the safety features being disabled and can also lead to
damage that will not be covered under warranty.
Planned Maintenance Schedule
Every
Cycle
Every
Shift
Daily Monthly 3 Months 6 Months 1 Year
Inspect/Clean
Vacuum V-
grooves
3
     
Inspect/Clean
Cleave
Inserts
3
     
Inspect/Clean
Cleave Blade
   
Inspect/Clean
TMS Inserts
3
      
Check Mold
3
      
Replace UV
Lamps
4
   
Flush Recoat
System
 
Replace
Recoat
Material
 
Replace
Solvents
   
Check Proof
Test
Calibration /
Recalibrate

11.2. Fiber Holding Block
11.2.1. Inspect/Clean FHB Vacuum V-Grooves
The FHB vacuum V-grooves should be inspected regularly for dirt and debris. The V-groove can be cleaned,
using the soft brush provided in the tool kit. The bristles of the brush can be wetted with acetone if more thorough
cleaning is required (such as removing dried PM coloring agent).
Note: Never immerse the entire FHB in cleaning solution! Do not clean the FHB V-groove inserts while the
vacuum is on. Wear safety glasses and be very careful when “brushing” with acetone, as acetone may “spray”
from the brush.
3
Maintenance operations can be performed by the user.
4
Lamp replacement schedule based on 2000 recoats/month at 15 seconds per recoat.

THORLABS Vytran FFS2000 Series Specifications

General

Brand	THORLABS
Model	Vytran FFS2000 Series
Category	Laboratory Equipment
Language	English