Zcorporation D4 User manual

ZD4 Operations Manual Z CORPORATION
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1.1. DESCRIPTION OF OPERATION
ZD4 System:
Purpose: The ZD4 Depowdering Station assists in the removal of powder from parts created
with Z Corporation 3D Printers. There are, essentially, two modes of operation: the
Depowdering Station allows you to blow loose powder off your parts with compressed air,
and it also allows you to remove loose powder from the printer or the parts themselves with
the vacuum.
Controls: The power is turned on by the switch on the right side of the machine. (NOTE:
Turning the power on should turn on the vacuum and the compressor inside the cabinet, and
the light over the work area. If any of these do not go on, check to see that their respective
power switches have been turned on.)
There are only two adjustments that you should make when using the ZD4. The first is the
vacuum, which can be adjusted via the control knob located just below the main power switch
for the ZD4. You can adjust the vacuum from very light suction (0) to full power (100).
The second adjustment is the pressure of the air gun. The air gun is mounted on a hose off
the left side of the machine. The gun is operated by depressing the small, round button on
the top of the gun. The pressure of the gun is adjusted using the regulator cap, which can be
found on the right side of the work area, next to the pressure gauge.
ON
OFF
MAIN POWER
SWITCH
VACUUM POWER
CONTROL

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The regulator is operated by pulling the cap up until it clicks, then turning it clockwise for
increased pressure, and counter-clockwise for decreased pressure. The pressure can be
read off the gauge behind the regulator. Pushing the cap back down again, locks it.
Operation and Safety Notes:
•Take care in lifting and tightening the hood over the work area. If the hood is not
tightened properly, it can result in its closing unexpectedly.
•Take care when using the air gun needles, some of them have fine points and can cause
damage to people as well as be easily bent and damaged themselves.
•Do not block the fan/air holes on the left and right side of the machine. Blocking these
will diminish the performance of the machine.
•Be sure to close the hood and have the vacuum hose attached when depowdering parts.
•Check the filters in the back of the machine periodically to ensure they do not appear
over-saturated.
•Check the vacuum bag periodically. Change as needed. This will enhance the
performance of the vacuum. (NOTE: a full vacuum bag can be very heavy, and awkward
to get out of the vacuum, it may be better to not let the bags fill completely).
•Do not aim the air gun at any person.
•Do not depress the air gun continuously to depowder. The compressor will work better if
the gun is depressed for only short intervals. This allows a higher pressure to be
maintained consistently and avoids risk of overheating.
•DO NOT OPEN THE ELECTRONICS PANEL COVER ON THE BACK OF THE
MACHINE. There is nothing in regular maintenance that requires you to do so. There is
a RISK OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK on some of the components located on the electronics
panel.

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1.2. DESCRIPTION OF REAR I/O PANEL
120 Volt ZD4 System:
Power Inlet: Connect, using one of the detachable power cord supplied with the system, to
a standard wall outlet. The ZD4 System requires 120 Volts +/- 10%, 60Hz, 15 Amperes
maximum. Replacement power cords are available from Z Corporation.
Main Power Circuit Breaker: This system uses a 15 Amp circuit breaker. If this breaker
should ever switch, it may indicate a serious problem with your ZD4 System. Please contact
Z Corporation customer service. (If the breaker has switched, the small switch button will
show white).

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230 Volt ZD4 System:
Power Inlet: Connect, using one of the detachable power cord supplied with the system, to
a standard wall outlet. The ZD4 System requires 230 +/- 10% Volts AC 50Hz, 8 Amperes
maximum. Replacement power cords are available from Z Corporation, contact your
customer service representative.
Main Power Circuit Breaker: This system uses an 8 Amp circuit breaker. If this breaker
should ever switch, it may indicate a serious problem with your ZD4 System. Please contact
Z Corporation customer service. (If the breaker has switched, the small switch button will
show white).
1.3. SYMBOLS USED
The following symbols are used on the ZD4 System:
This is the international symbol for ‘warning’ or ‘caution’. It indicates the need to
consult your manual for further information. This symbol is in one place on the
ZD4 System. It is used on the rear, lower, left to call your attention to the fact that
there is a risk of shock at the power inlet.
This is the international symbol for ‘ground point.’ It indicates that the line in
power is grounded to the cabinet through the stud near this point. It is located in
the inside, on the floor of the cabinet, near the power inlet box.
1.4. SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS
ZD4 System dimensions: 24” x 24” x 59” high (61cm x 61cm x 150cm high)
ZD4 System weight: 120 Volt system: 190 lb (86kg)
230 Volt system: 190 lb (86kg)
Power Requirements and operating conditions at Site of Installation:
Power requirements for 120V Systems:
•120V ±10%, 60Hz, 11 Amps (15 Amps peak) for the for the ZD4 System
Power requirements for 230V Systems:
•230V AC ±10%, 50Hz, 8 Amps peak for ZD4 System
Operating conditions:68 to 85ºF, 20 to 60% Relative Humidity, non-condensing.
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