Rapid Shape 3Demax User manual

3Demax
D20+
P20+
SheraPrint 20
These operating instructions must be read and understood before operating the machine.
Rapid Shape GmbH │Roemerstr. 21 │71296 Heimsheim │Germany
Phone [phone] │Fax [phone] │www.rapidshape.de
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English Version of the German Original Operating Instructions

Contents
1Safety information.........................................................................................................................4
1.1 Symbols..................................................................................................................................................................4
1.2 Safety instructions..................................................................................................................................................5
2General Information ......................................................................................................................8
2.1 Conformity declaration ..........................................................................................................................................8
2.2 Area of application of the operating instructions..................................................................................................8
2.3 Intended use ..........................................................................................................................................................8
2.4 Duties - operator (the operating company)/ person working on the machine (machine operator) .....................9
3Technical data .............................................................................................................................10
3.1 Conversion / spare parts / repair.........................................................................................................................10
3.2 Delivery scope......................................................................................................................................................10
3.3 Components.........................................................................................................................................................11
4Transport ....................................................................................................................................12
4.1 General instructions.............................................................................................................................................12
4.2 Transport damage................................................................................................................................................12
5Preparations................................................................................................................................12
5.1 Requirements for the installation site .................................................................................................................12
5.2 Additional absolutely needed equipment............................................................................................................13
5.3 Materials ..............................................................................................................................................................13
5.4 IT requirements....................................................................................................................................................14
5.4.1 PC hardware ......................................................................................................................................................14
5.4.2 PC software .......................................................................................................................................................14
5.4.3 IP address ..........................................................................................................................................................14
5.4.4 Internet access / TeamViewer port...................................................................................................................14
6Getting started ............................................................................................................................15
6.1 Unpacking the machine .......................................................................................................................................15
6.2 Setting up the machine ........................................................................................................................................15
6.3 Connecting up the machine .................................................................................................................................15
6.4 Starting the machine............................................................................................................................................16
6.5 Opening / closing the machine ............................................................................................................................16
6.6 Printing the first test job ......................................................................................................................................16
6.7 Netfabb software .................................................................................................................................................18
6.7.1 Installation.........................................................................................................................................................18
6.7.2 Opening netfabb ...............................................................................................................................................18
6.7.3 Creating machine workspace ............................................................................................................................18
6.7.4 Selecting a workflow .........................................................................................................................................19
6.7.5 Adding/ changing a machine.............................................................................................................................19
6.7.6 Adding a material ..............................................................................................................................................20
6.7.7 Settings..............................................................................................................................................................22
6.7.8 Loading components .........................................................................................................................................22
6.7.9 Positioning components....................................................................................................................................23
6.7.10 Checking supports .............................................................................................................................................23

6.7.11 Slicing ................................................................................................................................................................24
6.7.12 Transferring printing data via network .............................................................................................................25
6.7.13 Transferring printing data via USB stick ............................................................................................................25
7Operation....................................................................................................................................26
7.1 Preparing the material reservoir and building platform......................................................................................26
7.1.1 Preparing the material reservoir.......................................................................................................................26
7.1.2 Preparing an empty material reservoir .............................................................................................................26
7.1.3 Preparing a building platform ...........................................................................................................................27
7.2 Inserting material reservoir / building platform ..................................................................................................27
7.3 Starting a job........................................................................................................................................................27
7.4 Removing the print job ........................................................................................................................................28
7.5 Cleaning the component......................................................................................................................................29
7.6 Post-curing ...........................................................................................................................................................30
7.7 Menu "Calibration“ (LED calibration)...................................................................................................................30
7.8 Menu "Info" .........................................................................................................................................................31
7.9 Menu "More Functions“ ......................................................................................................................................31
7.9.1 Verifying/setting parallelism .............................................................................................................................31
7.9.2 Cleaning the reservoir off particles ...................................................................................................................32
7.10 Menu „Show Image“ ............................................................................................................................................33
7.11 Menu „Settings"...................................................................................................................................................33
8Cleaning and maintenance...........................................................................................................34
8.1 Cleaning................................................................................................................................................................34
8.1.1 Cleaning the building platform..........................................................................................................................34
8.1.2 Cleaning the material reservoir.........................................................................................................................34
8.2 Regular maintenance by the customer................................................................................................................35
8.2.1 Care before every print job ...............................................................................................................................35
8.2.2 Daily maintenance.............................................................................................................................................35
8.2.3 Weekly maintenance.........................................................................................................................................35
8.3 Maintenance by the manufacturer ......................................................................................................................35
9Service ........................................................................................................................................36
10 Final decommissioning.................................................................................................................36
10.1 Shutting down the machine.................................................................................................................................36
10.2 Storage.................................................................................................................................................................36
11 Disposal.......................................................................................................................................36
11.1.1 Disassembly.......................................................................................................................................................37
11.2 Dispose.................................................................................................................................................................37

Safety information
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1Safety information
1.1 Symbols
These operating instructions contain information which must be observed for your own personal safety as
well as to avoid material damage. The instructions comprise the following explanations according to
degree of risk.
Danger
Non-observance leads to serious injury or even death. High risk of hazard.
Warning
Non-observance can lead to serious injury or even death. Medium risk of hazard.
Caution
Can lead to minor or moderately serious injuries. Low risk of hazard.
Caution
Non-observance of the precautionary measures can lead to material damage of the
equipment as well as the environment.
Attention
Indicates important information concerning the operation of the product or the respective
work stage.
Instruction
It is essential to wear UV protective goggles.
Instruction
It is essential to wear protective gloves.

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1.2 Safety instructions
Only specially trained personnel are permitted to perform/execute work with/on a Rapid Shape machine.
For further information on the topic of training, please consult the Rapid Shape Support Team.
Rapid Shape is not liable for damage of any kind resulting from incorrect use or from the actions of non-
authorized personnel.
Risk of electric shock
Danger
Danger to life from electric current!
Work at the machine’s electrical equipment may only be performed by qualified personnel.
The respective safety and VDE requirements need to be observed. Improper installation can
cause material damage and personal injury for which the installer is liable.
Faulty connection, insulation faults, foreign objects (dust, liquid due to improper installation environment) or
lack of grounding can cause housing parts to carry voltage. When touching live parts, there is a danger to life
from electric shock. Therefore:
•Work at the machine’s electrical equipment may only be performed by qualified
personnel.
•Devices with damaged power cable, damaged insulation and/or lack of grounding need
to be separated from the power network (removing the mains plug) and be repaired by
qualified personnel before putting into operation again.
•Keep humidity away from live parts. This may cause a short circuit.
•Before working at live parts of the electrical equipment and operating material,
establish a voltage-free condition and ensure that this condition will be kept for the
duration of the work.
•Never bypass or disable fuses.
•Connect the power cable to the socket closest to the machine.
•Only operate the machine with the supply voltage intended for the machine.
•Only connect the machine to a proper earthed socket.
•The mains plug must be freely accessible at all times. In case of an emergency, a
complete separation of the machine is effected by unplugging the mains plug.
•In the event of prolonged absence or bad weather, always switch off the machine at
the main switch and separate it from the power supply by unplugging the mains plug.

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Warning against dangerous UV radiation
Caution
Danger of injury from UV radiation!
Printing and calibration take place under the influence of UV radiation. UV radiation can
cause permanent damage to eyes and skin if exposed for a long time without suitable
protective equipment.
Therefore, during printing and calibration, work at the machine may only be performed
when wearing UV protection goggles.
•Printing process should be carried out when the protective hood is mainly closed.
•During calibration of the exposure unit, the UV protection goggles, supplied in the
scope of delivery, must be worn.
•The material reservoir may only be used when it’s filled with sufficient amount of
material.
•It’s recommended to wear the UV protection goggles during any operation at the
machine.
Warning against hand-related injuries
Caution
Danger of injury to hands due to moving parts!
The machine consists of accessible moving parts which can cause light hand injuries from
bruising and trapping. There is a risk of bruising and trapping due to moving of the building
platform. Only personnel instructed in the machine may operate the machine.
For this reason, the respective warnings must be observed and adhered to when working at the machine.
•During printing process and manual moving of the building platform, no fingers or
hands are allowed to be located in or inserted into the machine.
Warning against environmental influences
Caution
The machine’s electrical as well as mechanical components are only configured for certain
environmental influences. Non-observance of the prescribed environmental conditions can
cause damages to the machine.
For this reason, the respective warnings must be observed and adhered to before commissioning and
during operation.
•Protect the machine against humidity, dripping water and splash water.
•Do not place any filled objects, such as drinks for example, in the immediate vicinity of
the machine.

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•Do not position the machine near heating.
•Do not expose the machine to direct sunlight.
•Do not operate the machine in damp rooms.
•Only use the machine in temperate climates and not tropical climates.
•Do no place any open flames, such as candles for example, on top or near the machine.
Warning against overheating
Caution
The machine’s electrical as well as mechanical components are only configured for a certain
ambient temperature.
For this reason, the respective warnings must be observed and adhered to before commissioning and
during operation.
•Never install the machine in a cupboard or shelf unit with insufficient ventilation.
•Never cover the ventilation vents of the machine.
•Maintain a distance of at least 200mm on every side so that the generated heat can
dissipate.
Warnings against dangerous substances
Warning
Chemicals required for the manufacture, maintenance and care must be handled correctly
and under observance of the relevant regulations and instructions for use applicable to
them.
For this reason, the handling of these chemicals must be carried out properly and in compliance with the
applicable regulations and instructions for use. The manufacturer’s specifications must be observed.
•Read the safety data sheet of the manufacturer!
•It’s recommended to wear suitable protective clothing. (UV protection goggles,
protective gloves, if necessary other protective clothing)
•The metering stipulations of the manufacturer must be observed.
Warning against harmful vapors
Warning
The materials used for printing can emit vapors which irritate the respiratory paths and/or
can lead to dizziness.
For this reason, when working with the printing materials, respective protective clothing must be worn.
A sufficient fresh air supply has to be assured.

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•Read the safety data sheet of the manufacturer!
•It’s recommended to wear suitable protective clothing. (breathing protection, if
necessary other protective clothing)
2General Information
2.1 Conformity declaration
With the EC conformity declaration accompanying the machine, the manufacturer, Rapid Shape GmbH,
declares that the designated machine was developed, constructed and produced in accordance with the
relevant directives and their standards.
2.2 Area of application of the operating instructions
These operating instructions are valid for the following machines:
Machine
Type
3D printer system
3Demax
D20+
P20+
Sheraprint 20
2.3 Intended use
The Rapid Shape 3D printer system is intended for printing of three-dimensional objects with printing
materials designed for the respective wavelength and the DLP method in additive manufacturing method.
The specified digital workflow (see below) must be observed. Work at the machine without permission and
sufficient instruction is forbidden.
The printer system is to be used in a tempered indoor area (installation conditions see technical details –
chapter 3) and in compliance with the prohibition-, warning- and mandatory signs attached to the machine as
well as the regulations and safety instructions described in this manual.
Only printing materials which are suited for the respective wavelength and the DLP printing method, and
which have a flash point of >80°C, are allowed to be used.
Operating the machine within explosive atmospheres, using explosive printing materials, operating the
machine outdoors or in wet areas or without UV protection goggles as well as non-observance of the
operating instructions is forbidden.
The operator is liable for damages resulting from the non-compliance of the intended use and the
prohibition-, warning- and mandatory signs only. If the machine is to be used in a manner not specified by the
manufacturer, the protection supported by the machine may be affected in a negative way.

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Digital workflow (schematic representation):
These operating instructions detail the process up to stage 3 and 4. Stage 1, 2, 5 and 6 as well as the
photosensitive print materials for stage 4 are not covered by the delivery scope of the 3D printing system, but
can all be acquired from Rapid Shape or its partners. Should you have any queries, please contact our sales
team.
2.4 Duties - operator (the operating company)/ person working on the machine
(machine operator)
It is essential to observe the instructions given in these operating instructions
-It is essential to observe the fundamental safety instructions in order to assure perfect as
well as safe operation of the machine.
-These operating instructions contain all the important information required for a safe
operation of the machine.
-All persons that operate/work on this machine must have read and understood these
operating instructions.
Responsibility of the operator (the operating company)
The operating company is obliged to
-to instruct the person working on the machine in its operation.
-inform the person working on the machine about safety in the workplace as well as the
generally applicable accident prevention regulations.
-to provide the person working on the machine with the operating instructions.
-A brief cleaning of the machine must be undertaken after every printing operation. See
Chapter 8.
Responsibility of the person working on the machine (the machine operator)
Persons who operate this machine are obliged to
-observe safety in the workplace as well as the generally applicable accident prevention
regulations.
-to observe and follow the instructions and safety information given in these operating
instructions.
We accept no liability for machine damage or injury to the operating personnel if these operating instructions
are not observed.
1) Generation of
the 3D data
2) Processing of
the 3D data
(optional)
3) Preparation of
the 3D data for the
printer system
4) Print of the 3
dimensional
component 5) Post-processing 6) Use of the
component

Technical data
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3Technical data
Description
Dimensions (WxHxD)
335x541x349mm (closed)
335x779x349mm (opened)
Weight
27kg
Ambient temperature
+15 to +40°C
Air humidity
max. 70%
Storage
In dry and tempered rooms (-15°C to +70°C)
Sound pressure level*1)
< 46 dB (A)
Calibration value
Set point low: 10,1 W/m² (tolerance -0,1/+0,4 W/m²)
Set point high: 20,1 W/m² (tolerance -0,1/+0,9 W/m²)
Wavelength
385nm
Interface electrics
100-240V AC, 50/60Hz, 180W
Interface ethernet
10/100 Mbit/s
Interface media
USB-Ports USB 2.0
All values are approximate.
*1) In accordance with DIN EN ISO 11201:2010-10
3.1 Conversion / spare parts / repair
Every technical alteration of whatever kind to the machine is forbidden. Only trained Rapid Shape GmbH
personnel are permitted to carry out repairs to the machine. If repair is required, please contact the Rapid
Shape Service.
3.2 Delivery scope
Quantity
Article
1
3D printer system
1
Starter kit
Optional
Accessories pack ( is offered and sold separately)
The starter kit contains tools and consumption parts required for operating the machine (please consult the
offer for details).