Omni3D Omni500 LITE User manual

Omni500 LITE User’s Manual
Version 1.3
01.01.2022

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Contents
LEGAL INFORMATION 4
1INTRODUCTION 5
1.1 INTENDED USE OF THE PRINTER 6
1.2 MAIN COMPONENTS OF OMNI500 LITE 7
1.3 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 9
2FILAMENTS SUPPORTED BY OMNI3D 10
2.1 GLUES COMPATIBLE WITH SPECIFIC FILAMENTS 11
2.2 SUPPORT FILAMENTS COMPATIBLE WITH PARTICULAR BASE MATERIALS 11
2.3 PRINTHEAD MODULES TYPES 12
3SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE 13
3.1PICTOGRAMS ON THE MACHINE 13
3.2 GENERAL REQUIREMENTS 14
3.3 HAZARD IDENTIFICATION 15
3.3.1 MECHANICAL HAZARDS 15
3.3.2 THERMAL HAZARDS 17
3.3.3 ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD 18
3.3.4 NOISE 18
3.4 PROTECTIVE MEASURES 19
3.4.1 GUARDS 19
3.4.2 EMERGENCY STOP DEVICE 21
3.4.3 ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT 22
3.4.4 PICTOGRAMS 23
3.5 DISCONNECTING THE POWER SOURCE 23
3.6 EMERGENCY MEASURES 24
3.7 DECOMMISSIONING AND DISPOSAL 24
3.8 PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT 24
3.9 REQUIRED OPERATOR QUALIFICATIONS 25
3.10 SAFETY REQUIREMENTS DURING MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS 26
3.11 RESIDUAL RISK 27
4UNPACKING 28
4.1 DISMANTLING THE TRANSPORT BOX 29
4.2 PRINTER INSTALLATION 31

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4.3 REINSTALLING THE PRINTER 32
5PREPARATION FOR THE FIRST START-UP 33
5.1 LOADING THE MATERIALS 34
5.2 CALIBRATING THE PRINTER 35
INSTALLATION OF A NETWORK FOR ONLINE OPERATION 38
5.2.1 NETWORK CONFIGURATION USING AN ETHERNET CABLE 38
5.2.2 WI-FI NETWORK CONFIGURATION 38
5.2.3 ACCESS POINT CONFIGURATION 39
5.3 SIMPLYFY3D INSTALLATION 40
6OPERATION 43
6.1 TOUCH SCREEN 44
6.2 PREPARING .GCODE IN SIMPLIFY3D 46
6.3 START PRINTING 50
6.3.1 MANUAL 51
6.3.2 REMOTE 53
6.4 REMOVING A PRINTOUT 54
6.5 POSTPROCESSING 55
6.6 CHANGING THE PRINTER CONFIGURATION 57
7PRINTER MAINTENANCE 58
7.1 UPDATING THE PRINTER SOFTWARE 59
7.2 FILAMENT STORAGE 60
7.3 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 61
7.3.1 USER MAINTENANCE 62
7.4 CLEANING 64
7.5 REPLACING CARBON/HEPA FILTERS 65
7.6 AXIS LUBRICATION 67
7.7 CHECKING PRINTER FANS 69
7.8 PRINTER HEAD MODULE REPLACEMENT 73

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Legal Information
The basis for working with the printer is to read the following manual.
Ignorance of these instructions may result in damage to the printer or worse
print quality.
The printer installation must be performed by an OMNI3D Authorized Service Center. However, the
methods of moving, using, storing and disposing of the printer may be beyond the control of the
Authorized Service Center. For this reason, OMNI3D will not be liable for damages and costs arising
from the transfer, use, storage and disposal of the printer and in any way related to these activities.
Application of Omni500 LITE
Omni3D 3D printers work in incremental technology (gradual layering of molten filament). The
precision and speed of printing offered by the Omni500 LITE make it a perfect device for making
prototype models and small-lot production. Despite the Omni500 LITE's ability to handle multiple
filaments, it is recommended to use the materials suggested by Omni3D, as these materials have
their own profiles for optimal printing.
Disclaimer
Caution! The manufacturer reserves the right to change the printer
design and make relevant changes in the technical documentation
without prior notice to the customer to upgrade the machine
according to technological development. Therefore, the information
provided in this document and all other documents or help systems
associated with this documentation are subject to change.
Caution! No part of this operating manual may be copied,
transmitted, stored in an information retrieval system, or translated
into another language in any other form and with the use of carriers
(mechanical, electronic, photocopy, recording and other) without
explicit written consent granted by OMNI3D Sp. z o.o

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1Introduction
The document below provides safety and
operating information for the Omni500
LITE printer. Before starting work,
carefully read all the information and
follow the instructions in the following
document. Recommendations and notes
allow you to obtain high-quality prints and
minimize potential risks. Ensure that the
operating personnel of the printer have
access to this manual.

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1.1 Intended use of the Printer
The Omni500 LITE 3D printer is used for layering of liquid filament according to a prepared G-code
file in order to transform a virtual model saved in the * .stl format into a real spatial object.
3D printout (three-dimensional model) is created as a result of extruding the material through a hot
nozzle and moving the head modules in the X and Y axes, creating a single model layer. Successive
layers are placed on top of each other on the glass surface of the platform, which moves along the Z
axis.
The Omni500 LITE printer is equipped with two head modules adapted to apply filaments with a
diameter of 1.75 mm. The closed design ensures a constant print temperature during printing. The
printer platform, which is the surface on which the print is created, is equipped with the platform
leveling function. This ensures a uniform layer thickness over the entire work surface.
The used printer structure guarantees stability during the printing process, allows access to the
interior of the printer (e.g. to the work platform and extruder modules) through the front and top
doors and facilitates the process of controlling the printed object.
The printer is adapted to automatic operation. The printed model retains the parameters from the
previously prepared G-code file. The printer allows you to manually control the head movements
from the LCD touch screen and the Remote Panel in your web browser, when printing is not being
performed.
The Omni500 LITE printer provides the technical ability to make high-precision prints. When
delivering the printer, the manufacturer does not ensure that individually prepared settings of the
printing process parameters will guarantee perfect print quality of the detail, regardless of the type
of material used in the process. Obtaining satisfactory prints requires the operator's knowledge and
experience as well as the use of appropriate quality filament and printing profiles adapted to it.
The printer is designed for continuous operation without operator supervision. For convenient
supervision, the printer has a camera for remote monitoring of the printer's operation.

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1.2 Main Components of Omni500 LITE
Figure 1 Omni500 LITE Printer
1. SD card reader
2. Front and top doors
3. Top cover of the extruder assembly
4. On / off switch of the printer
5. Glass work platform of the printer
6. Touch LCD display
7. Emergency stop switch

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5 4 3
Figure 2 Omni500 LITE Printer
1. Camera
2. Ventilation grille
3. The main switch of the printer
4. Power socket
5. Channels for transporting the printer

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1.3 Technical Specifications
Table 1 Omni500 LITE printer specifications
Printing technology
FFF (fusedfilamentfabrication)
X Y Z workspace
460 x 460 x 600mm
Chamber
Closed
Minimum layer height
50μm
Number of print heads
2
Nozzle diameter
Work platform surface
Glass
Max. head temperature
360°C
Max. work platform temperature
130°C
Max. print speed (for 0.8 mm nozzle)
86 𝑐𝑚3/h
Automatic platform calibration
Yes
Connection
SD card, Ethernet, Wi-Fi (optional))
Control
7” LCD, website
Software
Simplify3D
Predefined print settings
Yes, for filaments from Omni3D and selected
filaments from third-party manufacturers
Supported files
.stl, .obj, .3mf
Air filtration
CARBON+HEPA (optional)
Power
230V/50Hz (110V/60Hz opcjonalnie)
Max. power consumption
2 kW
Printer dimensions (height x width x length)
118 x 105 x 76 cm
Shipping dimensions (transport box)
120 x 80 x 141
Printer weight
Circa 150kg
Shipping weight (with transport box)
Circa 212 kg
Compliance with regulations
Machinery Directive, CE

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2Filaments supported by Omni3D
The printer is able to work on many other materials! The materials listed here are tested by us and
we have created ready profiles for them. The range of materials is regularly extended as OMNI3D
works on creating print profiles for new materials. To access the current list of supported materials
please visit the website at: https://www.omni3d.com/3d-printing/filaments/
Table 2 Filaments supported by the printer
MATERIAŁ
TYP GŁOWICY
TEMPERATURA
MATERIŁU
BAZOWEGO
[oC]
TEMPERATURA
MATERIAŁU
PODPOROWEGO
[oC]
TEMPERATURA
PLATFORMY
[oC]
TEMPERATURA
KOMORY [oC]
ABS-42
MT, MT-TS, HT
250
230
105
70
ASA-39
MT, MT-TS, HT
250
230
105
70
CF PA-12
MT-TS, HT
245
230
50
70
HIPS-20
MT, MT-TS, HT
-
-
-
-
PA-12
MT, MT-TS, HT
250
-
40
0
ODS-20
MT, MT-TS, HT
-
-
-
-
PA-6/66 HD
MT, MT-TS, HT
245
200
0
0
PC-ABS-47
MT, MT-TS, HT
290
230
120
70
PEKK-A
HT
340
200
110
70
PET-G-32
LT
245
230
90
45
PLA-36
LT
215
225
45
30
THERMEC™ ZED
MT, MT-TS, HT
320
195
130
70
TPU-93A
LT
225
225
40
30
Ultrafuse® ABS
Fusion+
MT, MT-TS, HT
250
230
90
50
XSTRAND™
GF30-PA6
MT-TS, HT
245
-
80
70

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2.1 Glues compatible with specific filaments
Table 3 Glues compatible with specific filaments
Glue type
Compatible filament
DIMAFIX
ABS-42
HIPS-20
ASA-39
PC-ABS-47
PET-G-32
TPU-93A
PLA-36
THERMEC™ ZED
ODS-20
PVA-20
PVP
CF PA-12
PA-6/66 HD
XSTRAND™ GF30-PA6
2.2 Support filaments compatible with particular base materials
Table 4 Base filament and support filament compatibility
BASE MATERIAL
COMPATIBLE SUPPORT MATERIAL
Breakaway support
Soluble support
ABS-42
HIPS-20
ODS-20
ASA-39
HIPS-20
ODS-20
CF PA-12
-
ODS-20
HIPS-20
ABS-42
-
PA-12
-
-
PA-6/66 HD
-
-
PC-ABS-47
HIPS-20
-
PEKK-A
-
ODS-20
PET-G-32
HIPS-20
-
PLA-36
-
PVA-20
THERMEC™ ZED
HIPS-20
-
TPU-93A
-
-
Ultrafuse® ABS Fusion+
HIPS-20
ODS-20
XSTRAND™ GF30-PA6
-
-

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2.3 Printhead modules types
NOZZLE
NOZZLE
TYPE
COLOUR
MAX.
TEMP.
AVAILABLE
NOZZLE
DIAMETERS
SPECIFICATION
CATALOGUE
NUMBERS
LT
240°C
0,4 mm
0,6 mm
0,8 mm
Teflon lining
Brass nozzle
Aluminium heating
block
FL500KPBR040
FL500KPBR060
FL500KPBR080
FL500KSBR040
FL500KSBR060
FL500KSBR080
0,4 mm
0,6 mm
0,8 mm
MT
360°C
Steel heatbreak
Brass nozzle
Aluminium heating
block
MT-HS
360°C
0,4 mm
0,6 mm
0,8 mm
Steel heatbreak Steel
nozzle Aluminium
heatingblock
FL500KSHS040
FL500KSHS060
FL500KSHS080
Steel heatbreak
HT
420°C /
500°C
0,4 mm
Steel nozzle
Heating block made of
nickel-plated
FL500KSHT040
copper

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3Safety and Compliance
3.1 Pictograms on the machine
Caution!
Hot surface
Hand crushing hazard
You must wear protective gloves
You must wear safety googles
High voltage
Figure 3 Pictograms on the machine

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3.2 General requirements
In order to ensure the safety of persons present in the vicinity of the machine, instruments and safety
elements on the machine, the user shall strictly follow the general safety rules:
1. The machine may be operated only if its technical condition is good.
2. When the machine is in operation, the guards must be in place and remain closed. The machine cannot
be operated with the guards opened or disassembled.
3. The machine must be properly installed, and the safety elements must be subject to periodic inspection.
4. The machine may be operated only within the range determined by the operating parameters.
5. Only trained personnel may operate the machine.
6. Persons under the influence of alcohol or other abusive substances (narcotic drugs, potent medicines),
which limit responsiveness, cannot operate or maintain the machine.
7. All protective systems envisaged by the manufacturer must be properly installed and kept
fully operational, unless otherwise recommended for maintenance purposes.
8. It is forbidden to alter the machine design in any manner which increases the likelihood of hazard
occurrence.
9. It is forbidden to change the service connection conditions, output data and conditions of machine
use relative to the intended use.
10. Maintenance and periodic checks according to the schedule are mandatory and should be performed
by qualified personnel.
11. Integrated safety systems ensure safe use of the machine provided that it is used as intended.
12. Based on in-house directives and inspections, it must be guaranteed that the environment at the
workplace is clean and transparent at all times.

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3.3 Hazard identification
3.3.1 Mechanical hazards
3.3.1.1 Movement of extruder modules along the X- and Y-axes and mechanically connected elements
Figure 4 Direction of movement of extruder modules

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3.3.1.2 Movement of the platform along the Z-axis and the related elements
Figure 5 Direction of movement of the platform
3.3.1.3 Rotational movement of fans
Figure 6 Fan

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3.3.1.4 Damage to the glass surface of the platform
For process-related reasons, the working surface of the machine table upon which items are printed is
made of glass. There is a risk of rapid uncontrolled breaking of the glass plate due to thermal and
mechanical factors.
Figure 6 Glass plate at risk of breaking
3.3.2 Thermal hazards
3.3.2.1 Hot surface –burn hazard
Item
Temperature ºC
Print head
260-400
Platform
130
Chamber and internal elements
70
Extruder module motor
70

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Figure 7 Thermal hazards (nozzle and platform)
3.3.3 Electric shock hazard
3.3.3.1 Electric shock hazard due to direct and indirect contact with live elements operated at a dangerous
voltage
3.3.3.2 Electric shock hazard due to indirect or direct contact with components operated at a dangerous
voltage due to leakage of the liquid cooling extruder modules.
3.3.4 Noise
The level of the emitted sound pressure at the work station corrected by the A-curve does not exceed
70 dB.

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3.4 Protective measures
3.4.1 Guards
3.4.1.1 Fixed guards
The working zone of the machine is secured by fixed guards, which prevent accessing hazardous areas
during machine operation. The access to fans is secured with fixed local guards to prevent any access to
the hazardous area during machine operation.
It is forbidden to dismantle the guards during operation and run the machine with the guards dismantled.
Figure 8 Fixed guards
The heating unit is partially secured with a Teflon tape, which prevents direct contact with hot surfaces.

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Figure 9 Nozzle guards
3.4.1.2 Interlocking guards –front and top hatches
Access to the working chamber is secured with interlocking guards, i.e. front and top hatches. Opening
any interlocking guard during operation will stop all drives. Opening any interlocking guard during
operation may result in irreversible damage to the printed item. It is forbidden to dismantle the hatches,
opening the hatches during operation and operating the machine with the hatches dismantled.
CAUTION! Opening any hatch to the working chamber during operation will result in
stopping the machine and cancelling pronting process. Opening any hatch to the working
chamber is allowed during PAUSE. Opening any hatch leads to rapidly low-ering temperature
inside chamber, so it may result damage the item being printed.