Uniz SLASH 2 PLUS User manual
USER
MANUAL
UNIZ TECHNOLOGY LLC
APPLICABLE TO
SLASH 2 PLUS
DISCLAIMER
Please read and understand the contents of this installation and user manual.
Failure to read the manual may lead to personal injury, inferior results or damage to the
printers. Always make sure that anyone who uses the 3D printer knows and understands
the contents of the manual to make the most out of the SLASH 2 PLUS printer.
The conditions or methods used for assembling, handling, storage, use or disposal of the device are beyond
our control and may be beyond our knowledge. For this and other reasons, we do not assume responsibility
and expressly disclaim liability for loss, injuries, damage, or expense arising out of or in any way connected
with the assembly, handling, storage, use or disposal of the product. The information in this document was
obtained from sources which we believe are reliable. However, the information is provided without any
warranty, express or implied, regarding its correctness.
Intended use
SLASH Series 3D printers are designed and built for liquid crystal display (LCD) based on Stereo lithography
Appearance (SLA) modeling for various high quality photopolymer resins within a commercial/business
environment. The combination of precision and speed makes the SLASH Series 3D printers the perfect
machines for concept models, functional prototypes and also the production of small series.
UNIZ does not warrant that the operation of the Hardware Product will be uninterrupted or error-free. UNIZ is
not responsible for damage arising from failure to follow instructions relating to the Hardware Product's use.
UNIZs warranty does not apply: a) to damage caused by use with non-UNIZ products including third-party
resins; b) to damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, flood, fire, earthquake, or other external causes; c)
to damage caused by operating the Hardware Product outside the permitted or intended uses described by
UNIZ; d) to damage caused by service (including upgrades and expansions) performed by anyone who is not
a representative of UNIZ; e) to a Hardware Product or part that has been modified to alter functionality or
capability without the written permission of UNIZ; f) to consumable parts, unless damage has occurred due
to a defect in materials or workmanship; g) to cosmetic damage, including but not limited to scratches, dents;
or h) if any UNIZ serial number has been removed or defaced. THIS WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC
LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE
OR COUNTRY TO COUNTRY. UNIZ's RESPONSIBILITY FOR HARDWARE DEFECTS IS LIMITED TO
REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT SERVICE AS DETERMINED BY UNIZ IN ITS SOLE DISCRETION.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
A SLASH 2 PLUS 3D PRINTER...................................................................................................... 1
MEET THE PRINTER......................................................................................................................................................1
SPECIFICATIONS ..........................................................................................................................................................4
B GET STARTED ......................................................................................................................... 5
UNBOXING ..................................................................................................................................................................5
SOFTWARE PREPARATION...........................................................................................................................................6
C INTERFACE INFORMATION ..................................................................................................... 7
MAIN INTERFACE.........................................................................................................................................................7
PRINT ..........................................................................................................................................................................7
TOOLS .........................................................................................................................................................................9
SETTINGS...................................................................................................................................................................11
MORE DETAILS ..........................................................................................................................................................13
D USAGE AND MAINTENANCE..................................................................................................14
PRINTER PLACEMENT AND LEVELING ........................................................................................................................14
BUILD PLATFORM ......................................................................................................................................................14
RESIN TANK ...............................................................................................................................................................19
CHANGE LCD PROTECTIVE FILM.................................................................................................................................22
RESIN STORAGE.........................................................................................................................................................24
CHANGE BOTTOM FILTER ..........................................................................................................................................25
CLEAN THE RESIN LEFT IN THE TOUGHS.....................................................................................................................27
SUGGESTION .............................................................................................................................................................28
E CONTACT US .........................................................................................................................29
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ASLASH 2 PLUS 3D PRINTER
ASLASH 2PLUS 3D PRINTER
This user manual is designed to help you start your SLASH 2 PLUS printer experience. Learn
everything about using your 3D printer by following the instructions in this user manual and
experience how easy it is to produce great quality prints.
You might be familiar with other types of 3D printers. Regardless, it is still essential that you read
this manual carefully in order to make the most out of your 3D printer.
MEET THE PRINTER
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ASLASH 2 PLUS 3D PRINTER
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ASLASH 2 PLUS 3D PRINTER
SLASH 2 PLUS 3D PRINTING SYSTEM
FRONT BUTTON COLOR GUIDE
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ASLASH 2 PLUS 3D PRINTER
SPECIFICATIONS
SLASH 2 PLUS
PRINTING
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HARDWARE
100-240V 6A 50/60Hz
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SOFTWARE
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*Maximum accuracy only achievable at integer multiples of smallest pixel sizes.
**Result comes from specific speed testing model, others may be different
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B GET STARTED
BGET STARTED
Now your SLASH 2 PLUS printer has arrived. Y
unpack your printer and set it up according to the following instructions.
UNBOXING
The SLASH 2 PLUS comes in reusable, durable packaging that has been specially designed to
protect your printer in transport. To properly unpack your printer, please follow the steps
described below.
START UNBOXING
Start unpacking by correctly orienting the cardboard box, and then slide the foam packaging out of
the box by pulling the cardboard handle beneath the printer while holding the box.
You can scan the QR code to get the SN number of your printer.
(Sample)
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BGET STARTED
OPEN IT UP
On the foam packaging, you will find the Quick Start Guide and accessories. Please insert the USB
Wi-Fi into the USB port behind your printer.
REMOVE THE FOAM PACKAGING
On the top foam part, you will find all accessories of your SLASH 2 PLUS. Take these out and put
them aside. Open up the package by removing the foam wrap at the middle. Now you may take
out the printer and place it on your desk. Make sure you hold it by the aluminum casing while
carrying it.
REMOVING PROTECTION WRAP
Remove the protection wrap around the machine and your SLASH 2 PLUS is ready to use!
SOFTWARE PREPARATION
Open web browser, open https://www.uniz.com/software.
Choose the software according to your corresponding system and download UNIZ DENTAL
installation file.
INSTALLATION
Windows
UNIZ DENTAL supports Windows 7 and above. Please use the following steps:
1. Double click the installation program.
2. Check the user agreement, and then follow the prompts to finish the installation.
Mac
UNIZ DENTAL supports Mac OS X 10.7 and above. Please use the following steps:
1. Double click the installation program.
2. Agree to the user agreement.
3. Drag UNIZ to your Applications folder.
Note: Once your computer is connected to the Internet, UNIZ DENTAL will detect new versions
automatically and prompt whether you wish to update.
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C INTERFACE INFORMATION
CINTERFACE INFORMATION
You may check device information, control the printer, and start printing projects using the touch
screen on the right side of SLASH 2 PLUS.
MAIN INTERFACE
Note: Some functions have 1~3 pages to introduce the details. Please read carefully and follow
the instructions.
PRINT
PRINT WITH USB FLASH DRIVE
Insert a Flash Drive to the USB port at right side of printer. Click PRINT menu, then click USB DISK
icon. You will see a list of slice files in flash drive. Choose and click a slice file you want to print and
click PRINT button, the printer will step into normal printing program.
There are three main functions:
Print /Tools/Settings.
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C INTERFACE INFORMATION
In this interface, you may check the preview and printing parameters of the print. Also you may
pause/resume or stop the printing program by click the buttons at bottom.
PRINT RECALL
The last file printed on the printer will be shown in the MOST RECENT interface. You may print a
model second time very expediently with this function.
PRINT LOCAL FILES
SLASH 2 PLUS can receive the sliced files from PC via Wi-Fi and store in local memory. You can
find the file in LOCAL menu (Note: it can only memory one slice file). Choose the file in this
interface and click PRINT button to start printing.
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C INTERFACE INFORMATION
TOOLS
LCD TEST
Click LCD TEST you will see the UNIZ Logo appears on the LCD screen. If the logo can be shown
completely and there is no any flicker, that means the LCD screen is in good condition.
EXPOSURE CLEANING
When a failed print occurs and there are some residues left in the bottom of Resin Tank. You could
use EXPOSURE CLEANING function to clean the residues. The printer will cure the whole screen
and make residues adhere on solidified piece. After that, please wear nitrile gloves and take the
solidified piece out.
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C INTERFACE INFORMATION
RESET Z-AXIS ZERO POSITION AND LEVELING BUILD PLATFORM
If you change for a new Build Platform or the printing model may not stick onto the Platform,
please reset z-axis zero position and leveling the Build platform. You could use an A4 paper and
the Cross Screwdriver sent with your printer. (there is detail instruction in Chapter D)
After leveling, please put the A4 paper under Build Platform and reset again. It finishes if you may
feel the frictional force between Platform and A4 paper.
MOTOR CONTROL
If you want to control Build Platform to move upwards manually, you could enter MOTOR
CONTROL menu. Choose a distance (10/30/50mm) first, and then click the Arrow. Please do not
click too fast and take an eye to watch the distance between Platform and top position.
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C INTERFACE INFORMATION
SETTINGS
SET LAN
You could connect the printer with your router via Ethernet cable. Go the SETTINGS menu. Click
LAN button. Set to AUTO mode on. The printer will get IP address automatically. Click CONNECT
button.
If you set AUTO mode off, you need to type IP address, Netmask, Gateway, DNS manually. Then
click CONNECT button. When you could see the Ethernet icon at right top of interface, it means
the printer in connected with network.
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C INTERFACE INFORMATION
SET WIFI
You could connect the printer with your router via WiFi. Go the SETTINGS menu. Click WiFi button.
Click SSID, there will be a list of available WiFi. Choose the WiFi network and enter password. Click
CONNECT button. When you see the IP address is shown, it means the printer is connected well
with WiFi network. There should be a WiFi icon appearing at right top of this interface.
UPGRATE FIRMWARE OR FACTORY RESET
Enter SETTINGS menu and click SYSTEM button, you will find the SN number. You could scan the
QR coder to get SN number as well.
You could find total working hours of LED, Pump and LCD in this interface, too.
SET PRINTER NICKNAME
Enter SETTINGS menu and click NICKNAME button, you could set your own printer alias here.
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C INTERFACE INFORMATION
MORE DETAILS
1. There is an indicator light on the main interface and printing interface.
Staying in green means the printer is ready for printing.
Blinking in green means the print is in progress.
Blinking in red means the print program is stopping and the platform is moving upwards.
2. While the printer is connected with internet through Wi-Fi, the icon on the right-up side will
turn to highlighted state.
No connection
Connected through WIFI
Abnormal WIFI connection (when connect with WIFI)
Connected through Ethernet.
Abnormal Ethernet connection (when connect with Ethernet)
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D USAGE AND MAINTENANCE
DUSAGE AND MAINTENANCE
In order to have a smoothly working SLASH 2 PLUS printer, it is important to maintain it correctly.
In this chapter the most important maintenance tips are described. It is recommended to read
them carefully in order to achieve the best results with your printer.
PRINTER PLACEMENT AND LEVELING
1. Put the printer on a stable desktop to keep the printer steady during printing to effectively
guarantee the model quality.
2. The level of printer is maintained by four level screws underneath. After placing the printer on a
flat surface, adjust the four screws to restore the levelness of the printer.
BUILD PLATFORM
The Build Platform is the platform where the first layer of the model burns-in to, its levelness and
roughness are crucial to successful prints.
INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL OF BUILD PLATFORM
1. Turn the platform locking arm clockwise to lock.
2. Turn the platform locking arm anti-clockwise to unlock.
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