3D Systems ProJet 4500 User manual

Quick Reference Guide
ProJet® 4500
3D Professional Printer

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WHAT’S INSIDE
INTRODUCTION ..............................................................................2
1. YOUR PROJET 4500 AT A GLANCE .....................................................3-4
2. PROJET 4500 USER GUIDE ..........................................................5-6
3. FAMILIARIZATION ...........................................................................7
4. POWER SUPPLY ............................................................................8
5. MATERIAL CARTRIDGE INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
7. WASTE TRAY INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL ...................................................10
8. SETTING UP BUILD TO PRINT ............................................................11-13
9. FINISHING BUILD .......................................................................14-15
10. PRINTER CLEANLINESS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16-19
Congratulations on the purchase of your new ProJet®4500 3D Printer! This Quick Start Guide has the use and safety information infor-
mation you need to get started. Welcome to the 3D creative revolution-let the possibilities begin!
This Quick Start Guide will give you basic instructions on how to get your Projet®4500 3D Printer plugged in and printing so you can start
making creations. For more detailed instructions, please access the ProJet®4500 User Guide available to you on your USB stick.

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YOUR PROJET 4500 AT A GLANCE
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Lower Rear Panel
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Waste Tray Door
Side Panel
Print Chamber Door
Cleaning Station
Control Panel
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Printing & Cleaning Station
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Color Binder Pockets
Fast Axis Debris Separator
Clear Binder Pocket
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Vacuum Hose
Service Station
Build Platform
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Print Chamber Door
Cleaning Station
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Waste Drawer
Fine Cleaning Air Wand
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PROJET®4500 USER GUIDE
This quick reference guide will give you basic instructions on how to get your printer ready to successfully build your rst part. For more
detailed instructions, please access the ProJet®4500 User Guide by logging into http://3dscentral.3dsystems.com.
1. Enter your email address and the password that was sent in the conrmation email.
2. Once in 3DSCentral, click on “Products” located at the top menu bar.

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3. Next, click on ProJet®4500 located on the side bar; your user guides and other valuable printer documents are located here. Click on the document
to open or download a copy to save. Under “Professional Printers” you will nd “ProJet 4500” in the side bar. User guides and other printer documents
are located here.

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FAMILIARIZATION
The ColorJet Printing (CJP) technology was developed at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology and was commercialized by ZCorpo-
ration. With the acquisition of ZCorporation by 3DS Systems, CJP technology is now one of several professional 3D printing technologies
under the ProJet® brand. The CJP process involves:
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Build Chamber
Cleaning Station
Control Panel
DWaste Door & Waste Tray
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• Importing a solid 3D model le into the latest version of 3DPrint™ software
• Setting up and positioning your 3D le(s) into the virtual build volume in the 3DPrint software.
• Printing the part(s)
• Curing the part(s) in the build bed
• Gross removal of excess core material from the build area with the vacuum hose
• Fine cleaning of excess core from the part(s) in the cleaning station
• Cleaning and servicing the printer as needed

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POWER SUPPLY
Verify facility’s electrical service rating before connecting power to the printer.
Facility Electrical Requirement:
Electrical Requirements
Compliance CSA, CB Scheme, CE approvals to UL 60950 Information Technology Equipment. RoHS and
WEEE compliant.
Voltage input RMS 100/115/230 VAC (autoscene) 15/15/9.5A 50/60Hz
Current AC 90-132 (15A) / AC 216 - 264 (11 - 9.5A)
Consumption =< 1800W (80% x 2250) W typical, normal operation, including post processing
1. Plug (A) power cord into power outlet (located at the rear of the print-
er. Then plug into the facility’s power outlet. Switch power on.
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B

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Electrical Requirements
Compliance CSA, CB Scheme, CE approvals to UL 60950 Information Technology Equipment. RoHS and
WEEE compliant.
Voltage input RMS 100/115/230 VAC (autoscene) 15/15/9.5A 50/60Hz
Current AC 90-132 (15A) / AC 216 - 264 (11 - 9.5A)
Consumption =< 1800W (80% x 2250) W typical, normal operation, including post processing
MATERIAL CARTRIDGE INSTALLATION
CAUTION: Adhere to all personal, and safe handling of materials described in the Material Safety section in the ProJet
4500 User Guide. Always follow MSDS / SDS guidelines and local regulations regarding handling and disposal of regu-
lated materials. Keep disposal records if local law requires.
Insert one (1) CYAN; one (1) MAGENTA; and one (1) YELLOW
material cartridge according to color codes.
Insert one (1) CLEAR binder cartridge.
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B
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Color Binder Pockets [C-M-Y]

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WASTE TRAY INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL
To Install Waste Tray:
Open the waste door and slide waste tray into the waste drawer.
To Remove/Replace Waste Pan
1. Press top left corner of panel to access waste tray.
2. Waste is solid after twenty-four (24) hours. Safely dispose of waste material
(check with local regulations).
OPERATION
To ensure that the printer is functioning properly, a test print is recommended. The test build is provided on the ProJet®4500 USB stick
or available online at .

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SETTING UP A BUILD TO PRINT
To Set up a build to print to your 3D Printer, do the following:
1. Open your 3D le in 3DPrint.
2. Under Home tab, select SET-UP.
3. In HOME tab, select BUILD icon.

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4. In the Printer Status window, be sure all consumables are lled to the appropri-
ate levels and then press PRINT to start printing your 3D le.
5. The PRINTING dialog opens and reports the status of the print job as the build
progresses.

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6. Click PAUSE to pause the current print job. Click again to resume printing.
7. Click CANCEL to cancel printing this job.

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FINISHING BUILD
CLEAN THE PART
Once your part has cured, you will need to clean it to remove any remaining loose Core material. Cleaning is done in two stages: “coarse”
cleaning, which removes the Core material around the part in the Build Bed; and “ne” cleaning, which removes any Core still clinging to
the part itself.
COARSE CLEANING
Your part prints and cures in the Build Bed surrounded by unused, loose core material. You will need to remove unused core from the
Build Bed after the curing cycle is nished.
1. Before you begin vacuuming, check the part orientation in 3DPrint to
avoid damage to your part.
2. On the LCD display, select VACUUM.
3. Open the printer top cover. The vacuum starts. Use the Control Knob to
move the Build Platform up as you vacuum. Unused Core that is vacuumed
from the Build Bed is recycled back into the printer feeder so it can be used
for future builds.

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FINE CLEANING
After the bulk of the core is removed from the Build Bed, remove the part and transfer to the cleaning station where you can clean the
part of any remaining Core with the Air Wand.
1. Gently lift the part and place it into the cleaning station.
Begin to remove core material from the outside of your
part with the compressed air wand
2. Blow excess core material from the inside of your part (if applicable).
3. Use a brush to remove core fromsurface if desired.

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PRINTER CLEANLINESS
It is very important that you keep your printer well maintained. Please read the user guide pertaining to your printer to proper-
ly clean your printer. A clean well-maintained printer produces better parts, has less downtime, and needs fewer service calls.
[NOTE: Wear protective gloves, sleeves and eye protection for any contact with consumables.]
Routine Cleaning After Every Build:
After every build, it is important to clean your printer following the steps below.
Routine cleaning includes the following steps:
• Vacuum Up Excess Core
• Empty the Debris Separator
• Clean the Service Station
Vacuum Up Excess Core:
1. To vacuum the Build Bed, the Fast Axis and the Deck, close the top cover, then
select VACUUM on the LCD menu.
2. Open the cover. The vacuum will start. Vacuum the following areas:
• The top of the Fast Axis, the Rails and the Printhead Carriage
• The Build Bed (but not the Feeder side)
• The deck around the Build Bed
3. Press the Control Knob once to turn off the vacuum.
[NOTE: In the event of a powder spill, sweep the powder up and dispose of in a waste recepta-
cle. Use only a non-ignition vacuum to vacuum spilled powder.]

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EMPTY THE DEBRIS SEPARATOR
After vacuuming, clean the Debris Separator. The Debris Separator catches any large particles and keeps those pieces from being
recycled into the feeder. To empty the Debris Separator follow the steps below.
1. Pull the Debris Separator out of its holder on the printer
and brush out any debris using the soft brush found in
the Accesory Kit .
2. Return the empty Debris Separator to its holder. Be sure to push the
Separator at against the panel for a secure t.

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REPLACING THE WIPER
The wiper in the Service Station should be cleaned before each build to ensure that there is a secure vacuum for each build.
1. In the Service Station, gently push down wiper and allow it
to rise for removal and cleaning.
2. Lift the wiper and separate from its black base.
3. Using a pick from your accessories kit, scrape residual out of
each vacuum hole to ensure a strong vacuum in your next build.
Replace the wiper in the service station once each vacuum hole
is cleared of obstruction; or, install spare wiper.
4. Perform Prep Build Chamber.

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