SCA User Manual - Support Cleaning Apparatus
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1. appears less If strainer appears clogged clean the strainer with a than normal toothbrush without removing the strainer necessary drain the tank and completely clean the Strainer ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND EYEWEAR WHEN WORKING INSIDE THE TANK SCAUM 01 REV 3 26 SCA User Manual Probable What to Do Causes Problem Drain the tank as instructed in the section Maintaining your SCA Hemove the nozzle and clean with water necessary clean holes in nozzle with wire brush or small pin Verify that all nozzle holes are clear Nozzle is clogged before replacing ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND EYEWEAR WHEN WORKING INSIDE THE TANK OR HANDLING COMPONENTS THAT ARE COVERED IN CLEANING SOLUTION Pump or tubing is Contact technical support clogged Flow from Nozzle is clogged Drain the tank as instructed in the section nozzle is not Maintaining your SCA uniform Remove the nozzle and clean with water If necessary clean holes in nozzle with wire brush or small pin Verify that all nozzle holes are clear before replacing ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND EYEWEAR WHEN WORKING INSIDE THE TANK OR HANDLING COMPONENTS THAT ARE COVERED IN CLEANING SOLUTION Liquid has The cleaning solution Drain the tank and add fresh water and fresh turned a mocha is saturated with cleaning solution as described in the Operating your coffee color support material SCA portion of this manual Liquid Level oens2. Date of Validity Design and Technical Construction File Maintained at Name of Authorized Signatory Position Held in Company Signature 2006 95 EC 2004 108 EC EN61000 3 2 2006 EN61000 3 3 A2 2005 EN61010 1 2001 EN61010 2 010 2003 EN61326 1 2006 January 23 2009 Hui Yang Zing Ear Industry Co Ltd No 258 6 Zhongkai Road Chenjiang Huizhou City Guangdong Province China Eric Miller Director 7755 S Research Dr Suite 110 Tempe AZ 85284 www PADTINC com 480 813 4884 V 480 813 4807 F SCAUM 01 REV 3 9 SCA User Manual OGTK E337020 UL Certified for Laboratory use Electrical PHOENIX ANALYSIS amp DESIGN TECHNOLOGIES EE337020 SUITE 110 7155 S RESEARCH DR TEMPE AZ 85284 USA Support Cleaning Apparatus Model s SCA 1200 CSA INTERNATIONAL Certificate of Compliance Certificate 2257425 Master Contract 248956 Project 2257425 Date Issued April 7 2010 Issued to Phoenix Analysis amp Design Technologies Inc 7755 South Research Dr 110 Tempe AZ 85284 USA Attention Mr Rey Chu The products listed below are eligible to bear the CSA Mark shown Issued by Justin Lin Authorized By Anthony Lee P Eng Certification Specialist Asia PRODUCTS CLASS 8721 05 LABORATORY EQUIPMENT Electrical Support Cleaning Apparatus Model SCA 1200 rated 100 120 Vac 60 Hz 12 A Note The above model is Class I Installation Category II equipment for indoor use
3. The lid should be left on top of the tank except when adding or removing parts from the basket Never place your face near the tank when removing the lid vapors from the cleaning solution may cause eye and respiratory irritation The Strainer keeps particles from getting into the drain and clogging the pump during operation or the drain valve during draining The user should clean the strainer with tap water when replacing saturated cleaning solution to obtain the best performance Always wear the proper thermal gloves when reaching into the tank to remove the strainer for cleaning The Separator Panel not shown in figure is a metal sheet that covers the heater and sensors The separator panel should never be removed unless the unit 15 unplugged and completely drained The Heater is located behind Separator Panel and is not visible unless the panel is removed It heats the water in the tank The Nozzle directs the flow of liquid into the tank The nozzle can be removed for cleaning if the holes are clogged Simply unscrew the nozzle and rinse with tap water to un clog holes The Temperature and Level sensors are used to sense the temperature and height of the liquid in the tank They are not visible unless the separator panel is removed The basket guide support pins are used to 1 guide the basket as it 1s lowered and raised from the tank 2 to support the basket when the unit is running so that it does not rest on the bottom
4. overflow Always operate the unit in a well ventilated location Always operate within environmental temperature range of 10 to 30 degree C SCAUM 01 REV 3 WHAT NOT TO DO Do not use the SCA for any purpose other than removing SST support material from parts created on Stratasys Dimension 3D Printers Do not allow aluminum zinc or acids to come into contact with the cleaning solution The cleaning solution used in this unit contains Sodium Hydroxide Do not use any liquid other than water and the Stratasys supplied cleaning solution in the unit Do not add more than the recommended amount of cleaning solution to the unit Do not overfill the unit Do not allow the fluid temperature to exceed 70 C 160 F Do not clean the unit with solvents Do not immerse the unit in liquid of any kind Do not operate the device if there are any doubts regarding safe operation due to the outer appearance e g damages of the system or the operating environment Do not operate the unit until you have read this manual and understand all aspects of the unit s operation Do not move the unit until you are certain that it is cool and all liquid has been drained from the unit Do not operate the unit unless the water level is above the liquid level low indicator on the large part basket or the rear wall of the tank Do not operate the unit dry SCA User Manual 4 Warranty Information WARRANTY CERTIFICATE Cov
5. are using Ecoworks cleaning agent a dilution ratio of 1 part water to 1 part used solution 15 sufficient for most applications More dilution may be required please check your local regulations If you are ever unsure as to which solution was used in your SCA assume that the WaterWorks Soluble Concentrate was used and dilute accordingly 9 4 Refilling the Tank Refill the tank and add cleaning solution as described in sections 8 2 and 8 3 9 5 Inspecting and Cleaning Strainer The strainer should be cleaned every time the tank 15 refilled to obtain optimal system performance You should never remove the strainer when the tank 15 full of dirty liquid Doing so will allow debris to get into the pumping circuit and may damage or clog the pump or nozzle Only remove the strainer if the tank has recently been filled with clean water or if the tank 15 empty The proper gloves and eyewear should always be worn when cleaning and removing the strainer Never place your face near the tank when removing the lid vapors from the cleaning solution may cause eye and respiratory irritation Figure 15 Strainer Removal To remove the strainer slide the strainer forward towards the front of the unit until it clears the two sheet metal lips that hold it in place Once clear lift strainer up and out of the tank To insert the strainer slide it along the bottom of the tank towards the rear into the two sheet metal lips Make sure it 1s pushed
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7. can be easily reached Place the unit in a well ventilated area Placing the unit near a drain or sink will make draining the unit much easier 8 2 Fill the Unit with Water Place the basket 1n the tank Make sure that the drain valve is in the closed position and that the strainer 15 clean Fill the unit up to just below the basket support guide pins The tank holds just over 8 Gal 31 5 L Do not over fill Basket fl Never operate the tank unless the liquid 9 level 1s above the liquid level low mark on Figure 10 Fill Unit to Just the large part basket or rear wall of the Below Support Guide Pins tank If you plan on running large parts it 15 advisable to fill to a lower level to make room for the parts To reduce the amount of time required to heat the tank fill the tank with warm water As the parts are cleaned the cleaning solution becomes saturated with the support material and loses its effectiveness When the liquid turns a mocha coffee color it is time to replace it 8 3 Add Cleaning Concentrate to the Tank Users have two approved options for cleaning concentrate either WaterWorks or Ecoworks both available from your local Stratasys reseller The WaterWorks material contains Sodium Hydroxide and care must be taken when working with the solution and when disposing of it The Ecoworks cleaning agent 15 both user and eco friendly The WaterWorks concentrate will generally remove support mat
8. dry or pat dry with a cloth or paper towels Lower the basket into the tank and place the lid on the tank when part removal 15 completed 8 13 Turn Unit Off Once the cleaning cycle 15 completed and the parts have been removed the system should be turned off by toggling the power switch on the rear panel to the OFF position If the system is not going to be utilized for an extended period all liquid should be drained from the system and the power cord should be removed from the wall socket SCAUM 01 REV 3 21 SCA User Manual 9 Maintaining Your SCA As with any piece of equipment proper maintenance is critical for safety and long life of the SCA 9 1 Cooling the Tank Liquid Before draining the tank make sure that all parts have been removed from the system If possible remove the lid to decrease the cooling time as well Never place your face near the tank when removing the lid vapors from the cleaning solution may cause eye and respiratory irritation Leave the power on to the system to indicate the liquid temperature Once it has reached 30 C the system can be drained safely 9 2 Draining the Tank Never drain the tank unless the fluid is at or below 30 C Always wear protective gloves and eyewear when draining the tank You should drain the liquid from the tank if the unit will not be used in the near future or if the liquid needs to be changed out because the cleaning solution 15 saturated with support material
9. features that contain support material and the Decrease Time Set Cleaning pH level alkalinity of the liquid in Cycle i D the tank Until some experience 1s uration gained a cleaning time of four to Figure 12 Timer Controls five hours 15 recommended Additional time can always be added if parts are not completely clean by pressing the On Off button on the timer then repeating the process listed above 8 10 Start Cleaning Cycle Before starting the cleaning cycle make sure that the lid 1s on the tank To start cleaning press the button marked On Off on the upper right side of the timer display This will start the heater and pump and the timer will begin to count down SCAUM 01 REV 3 19 SCA User Manual 8 11 Monitor Cleaning Cycle While the cleaning cycle is running it is important for the user to listen for the alarm buzzer If the water level gets too low too high or if the temperature limit is exceeded the alarm will sound and both the pump and heater will shut off When returning to check on the SCA always check the display panel to make sure the temperature is around 70 C and that the Level or Over Temperature indicators are not lit If one of the level indicators are lit add or remove liquid as required If the Over Temperature indicator is lit or if the temperature is well below 70 C see the troubleshooting portion of this manual Parts can be checked during a cleaning cycle by removing t
10. EN MANIPULATING THE PART BASKET NEVER PLACE YOUR FACE NEAR THE TANK WHEN REMOVING THE LID VAPORS FROM THE CLEANING SOLUTION MAY CAUSE EYE AND RESPIRATORY IRRITATION Let the liquid cool and try starting the cycle again If it overheats a second time contact technical support Over temp sensor A resettable over temperature sensor located on the has tripped back wall of the tank turns off the unit if the temperature of the bath exceeds 90 C For instructions on resetting this sensor contact technical support Pump or Heater have Contact technical support failed Buzzer is going Liquid level is too Check the indicator lights on the left side of the off high or too low control panel If either level indicator is on add or remove water from the tank until the indicators go off ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND EYEWEAR WHEN ADDING OR REMOVING LIQUID FROM THE TANK Liquid temperature is Check the indicator lights on the left side of the too high control panel If the over temperature light is on remove the lid and lift the part basket from the tank ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND EYEWEAR WHEN MANIPULATING THE PART BASKET NEVER PLACE YOUR FACE NEAR THE TANK WHEN REMOVING THE LID VAPORS FROM THE CLEANING SOLUTION MAY CAUSE EYE AND RESPIRATORY IRRITATION Let the liquid cool and try starting the cycle again If it overheats a second time contact technical support Flow in take Strainer is clogged Visually inspect strainer
11. Make sure that the strainer is in place at the bottom of the tank and that it 1s clean To drain the tank attach the supplied drain hose to the drain nozzle on the back of the unit Place the other end of the hose in a floor drain or plastic or stainless steel container that can hold at least 9 gallons of liquid Secure the other end of the hose in the drain or container so that cannot come loose during draining Turn the drain valve to the Open position Once the tank is drained make sure the drain valve 1s in the Closed Position Figure 14 Drain Valve 9 3 Disposing of Solution Used solution must be disposed of under applicable local waste disposal regulations It is the responsibility of the user to determine and verify what the local disposal regulations are and to follow those regulations Proper disposal requires that the acidity pH of the solution be reduced to allowable levels before it 1s disposed of The pH may be lowered by either diluting the solution or by neutralizing it by adding an acid Litmus paper or an alternative method of measuring pH levels should be used to determine if the pH level 1s within allowable levels before disposal SCAUM 01 REV 3 22 SCA User Manual If you used the WaterWorks Soluble Concentrate it is recommended that you dilute the solution at a ratio of 5 parts clean water to 1 part used solution More dilution may be required please check your local regulations If you
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13. SCA Support Cleaning Apparatus User Manual Revision 3 May 15 2012 Phoenix Analysis amp Design Technologies Inc PADT Inc TEL 1 800 293 PADT FAX 480 813 4807 support DimensionSCA com www DimensionSCA com SCAUM 01 REV 3 1 SCA User Manual This page left intentionally blank SCAUM 01 REV 3 2 SCA User Manual Table of Contents RSSOUICK START Eo ae eui e Cose quu 4 2 IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS 2 uecicisiecee deese eee aee ves ceu o sete eges eae od Dex et eo pee cedes 6 S SAFEIY AW ARNINGS eiii esee eto QR CI LCD LOC E LDDOUR 7 WARRANTY INEORMIA E E ET Coca ade EE eects 8 5 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY UL MARK CSA CERTIFICATE e eee eee eee nno oue 9 6 UNDERSTANDING YOUR SC A5 vou a aa e deae 11 OT TION ITEN ORE As D Ef ML ee CD UE Um 11 O27 RBYSCQOMPONENTES 55 epe an a LA Der Aeon Lepide 11 14 Od ASSEMBEY DRAWING dicus 15 7 UNPACKING INSPECTING AND INSTALLING YOUR SCA 16 TAS PACKAGE CONTENTS sema Ls a bea toL eor al bete PP LEAD DUE 16 TD NINA d DC RR RERO aunt acnaseeuenonasabeunesienbachane OE AO OAE A A 16 PO TL
14. TS If any of the liquid level lights are illuminated continue to adjust solution adding to or subtracting water from inner tank until both lights are off 9 PLACE TANK LID ON UNIT For safety and efficiency reasons it 1s important to leave lid on unit when it 15 operating 10 SET COUNTDOWN TIMER Set the timer the left side of the control display by first pressing the SET button and pressing the up and down arrows to increase and decrease the number of minutes Press the SET button again and set the number of hours using the same up and down arrows Level Timer 11 START SUPPORT REMOVAL When the proper time is set press the On Off button to engage the pump and heater The system is now fully powered ON 12 REMOVE PARTS When cleaning is complete remove the parts by se putting on protective gloves removing the lid Pin the cage up and resting it on the Support Guide pins Never place your face near the tank when removing the lid vapors from the cleaning solution may cause eye and respiratory irritation Let the fluid drain off of the parts for a few minutes then remove them wash off any remaining liquid and dry them with a clean towel or paper towels 13 TURN OFF UNIT To turn off unit press rocker switch Drain Hose Storage N Pe on the upper left corner of the back panel to Hose worshow the off position 14 DRAIN UNIT To drain the u
15. ack panel 6 3 Labels The SCA includes labels that impart important product and safety information Users should take the time to familiarize themselves with each label and its meaning 6 3 1 Product Identification Tag The Product Identification tag is placed on the upper right hand of the back panel It contains key support information for the SCA including Model Number Serial Number and contact information for support It should never be tampered with or removed AA Support Cleaning Apparatus IDIE Model SCA 1200 220 240V 50Hz 10A Phoenix Analysis amp Design Technologies 7755 S Research Dr a Suite 110 Tempe AZ 85284 USA 1 800 293 7238 www DimensionSCA com Figure 7 Product Identification Tag 6 3 2 Warning Labels A A A Hot Surface General Warning Danger Electricity Do Not Touch GB T 5465 2 5041 ISO 7000 SCAUM 01 REV 3 14 SCA User Manual 6 4 Assembly Drawing Figure 8 shows the entire SCA assembly Table 1 lists the key components in the system Please consult this information when calling for support or ordering replacement parts SCAUM 01 REV 3 2 7 ix sL p 415 Ci 28 ae P E S LT v din di 2 22 Pd 59 nM M Eg AX 13 A eu Qe M p lt gt m a Ps 17 P adi 6 e Wb 9 7 1 7 D rhe o A sg d E Pii a p d Figure 8 SCA Assembly Table 1 Parts List of Cri
16. ain valve is in the closed ene UR the in place fill the tank to just below Maximum water pm level mark in the tank About 8Gal 31L Fill with water only For the initial fill it is highly recommended that warm water be used to reduce warm up time The liquid level must be above the liquid level low marks on the large Minimums Maximum Level basket or tank back wall Marks 4 ADD 850 GRAMS OF WATERWORKS P400SC CONCENTRATE WEARING PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND PROPER EYE PROTECTION carefully and slowly add in 850 grams roughly 4 5 of a bottle of WaterWorks Soluble Concentrate P400SC into the water Or ADD 4 PACKAGES OF ECOWORKS CLEANING AGENT Remove the entire contents from four foil bags both sides A and B and place them slowly into the water 5 ADD PARTS Add larger parts directly into solution Use smaller square basket for smaller parts that might be damaged if left to float around in the tank Power A gt Switch lt 6 PLUG IN UNIT 8 r 2m Securely plug the supplied power cord into the receptacle in the rear of the unit and then into a grounded power outlet The plug is a disconnecting device and should be easily accessible at all times Only use a power cord provided by the manufacturer bom Plug 7 SWITCH UNIT ON Press rocker switch on the back of unit SCAUM 01 REV 3 4 SCA User Manual 8 FoLLow INDICATOR LIGH
17. al key components that all users should be familiar with Understanding the function of each component is important for the safe operation of the system and will aid in extending the life of your SCA Many aspects of the SCA have been designed specifically for safety electrical components are properly grounded and labeled for safety protection 6 2 1 Control Area Temperature Indicator Start Level Indicators Button Indicator Over Temperature Indicator Figure 1 Control Area The control area provides users with the key feedback they need to safely operate the SCA Itis also where the user can set the timer The Level Indictor lights tell the user 1f the liquid level in the tank is too high or too low The pump and heater will not operate if either indicator 1s lit The Over Temperature Indicator lights let the user know when the liquid in the system becomes too hot An alarm will also sound The pump and heater will not operate if the indicator is lit The timer is used to turn on the pump and heater and control how long they run The user can set the timer using the up and down arrows on the left of the time display The pump SCAUM 01 REV 3 11 SCA User Manual and heater will not operate until the timer 15 set Once the proper time 15 entered pressing the set button starts the timer The pump and heater are then turned on and the timer will begin counting down when the On Off button above the set button is pushed T
18. all the way back against the rear wall To clean debris from the strainer scrub it with a nylon brush or a tooth brush and rinse with warm water Make sure that all holes are unplugged 9 6 Cleaning The SCA should only be cleaned with mild soap and water with a sponge or cloth Never immerse the system or use a spray nozzle or hose to clean it liquid in the electronics area of the system may damage the system and void the warranty Before using any cleaning or decontamination method except those recommended by the manufacturer users should check with the manufacturer that the proposed method will not damage the equipment SCAUM 01 REV 3 23 SCA User Manual 9 7 Moving Always use two people to lift the SCA The SCA should always be drained before moving To lift have each person stand on either side of the unit and place their hands into the indentations under the unit Lift the unit to a cart of wheeled table for transport Lift Here Both Sides 70 Ib 32 kg Figure 16 Lifting the Unit 9 8 Replacing the Fuse You should only replace the fuse with a replacement fuse supplied by the manufacturer See the Technical Support section of this manual for information on obtaining replacement parts Disconnect power to the unit by unplugging the power cord from the wall outlet before replacing the fuse Then use a Phillips head screwdriver to unscrew the fuse cover Remove the cover and remove the old fu
19. erial in less time than the Ecoworks However no personal protection equipment 1s required when handling the Ecoworks material and only dilution is required when disposing of the used solution SCAUM 01 REV 3 17 SCA User Manual If Using WaterWorks Soluble Concentrate Wearing protective gloves and proper eye protection carefully and slowly add in roughly 850 grams of WaterWorks Soluble Concentrate P400SC into the filled tank Never add concentrate to a tank without water If using Ecoworks Cleaning Agent Carefully remove the entire contents of four packages foil bag and gently drop them into the water in the tank Make sure to use both sides A and B Never place the cleaning agent in a tank without water 8 4 Connect the Unit to Power Connect the power cord to the back of the unit then to a suitable grounded wall socket The unit is compatible with both North America 110V 60Hz and International 220V SOHZ power The unit ships with the proper power cord for the country it 15 shipped to If needed a different cord can be purchased by contacting support Only use a power cord provided by the manufacturer It is strongly recommended that the unit be placed on a circuit with its own breaker with a GFCI The power circuit must be grounded 8 5 Turn the Unit On Press the power on rocker switch on the back of the unit to the on position The power indicator on the front of the unit should light up 8 6 Place Parts in Unit for C
20. ering PADT Inc Support Cleaning Apparatus Effective January 1 2009 One Year Limited Warranty Coverage Al new Support Cleaning Apparatus SCA systems are warranted exclusively by PADT Inc s Manufacturer limited warranty as follows Each Support Cleaning Apparatus system System and its components Components except those listed below under limits and exclusions is warranted against defects in the material and workmanship for a period of one 1 year from the date of installation at the end users Customer facility or replacement only manufacturer s liability under this agreement shall be limited to repairing or replacing at the discretion of manufacturer parts or components sufficient to return the system to conform with the marketing specifications of the system Components subject to wear during normal use and over time such as paint finish light bulbs seals etc are excluded from this warranty This warranty is void if the system is subjected to mishandling misuse neglect accident improper installation improper maintenance or improper operation or application or if the machine was improperly repaired or serviced by the customer This warranty is void if the system is not installed by a certified distributor and the proper installation documentation provided by the manufacturer has not been submitted Liability whether based on warranty negligence or other cause arising out of a
21. g solution Always use gloves and wear eye protection when adding or removing water from the tank Never use aluminum or zinc containers 8 8 Place Lid on Tank Placing the lid on the tank is not only an important safety precaution it also improves the system s efficiency by minimizing heat loss and evaporation The lid should only be removed when parts are being added or removed from the tank Never place your face near the tank when removing the lid vapors from the cleaning solution may cause eye and respiratory irritation 8 9 Set System Timer The pump and heater are controlled by the timer and will only turn on if the timer 1s counting down To set the system timer begin by pressing the Set button on the lower right of the timer display The last time entered into the system will display and the minutes digits will blink Press the up and down arrows on the left side of the system to select the proper number of minutes Press the Set button again to set the Start Stop hours The hour digits should now Increase Cleaning be blinking and you can again use Cycle the up and down arrows to set the number of hours that you want Pressing set again will return to setting the minutes Time When the desired time is shown on the display you are ready to begin the cleaning cycle SANNN E Parts can take a few hours to clean based upon the size of the part the amount of SST material to be removed the depth of
22. he system will run until the timer reaches zero or until the level or over temperature indicators are lit The temperature indicator shows the current temperature of the liquid in the tank The power indicator is lit when the system is powered even when the pump and heater are not running The Warning Buzzer not shown in figure will sound if the level or over temperature indicators are lit The buzzer will shut off after three 3 minutes but the indicators will remain lit until power is shut off or the cause of the alarm 1s removed Figure 2 Basket Assembly 6 2 2 Tank Area Level Sensors Temperature Sensor Basket E d Guide Support Nozzle Heater if Strainer Figure 4 Tank Area The tank area is used to hold the liquid and it is where the parts are 22 cleaned The SCA improves part cleaning by circulating the liquid in the Figure 3 Small tank There are many important components in the tank Parts Cage The Basket Assembly 15 used to hold parts during cleaning and to lift parts out of the tank Users should wear thermal gloves when lifting the basket from the tank The Small Parts Cage is used to hold small parts during cleaning Figure 5 Lid SCAUM 01 REV 3 12 SCA User Manual The Lid is used to keep the parts in the tank submerged to avoid spillage of liquid and to keep hands away from the hot liquid during operation
23. he lid and carefully lifting the Large Part Basket from the tank and resting it on the guide support pins as shown below Never place your face near the tank when removing the lid vapors from the cleaning solution may cause eye and respiratory irritation The proper gloves and eyewear should always be worn when lifting the basket from the tank If the parts are clean before the end of the cleaning cycle you can stop the cycle by pressing the On Off button on the timer As the parts are cleaned the cleaning solution becomes saturated with the support material and loses its effectiveness When the liquid turns a mocha coffee color it is time to replace it 8 12 Hemove Parts from the Unit Figure 13 Basket Rests in Tank Once the cleaning cycle is completed or has been stopped the parts can be removed from the system Remove the lid carefully lift the Part Basket from the tank and rest it on the guide support pins as shown above Never place your face near the tank when removing the lid vapors from the cleaning solution may cause eye and respiratory irritation Let the basket rest above the tank for 2 5 minutes to let the liquid drain off of the parts and the basket The proper gloves and eyewear should always be worn when lifting the basket from the tank or handling wet parts before they are washed SCAUM 01 REV 3 20 SCA User Manual Remove the parts and rinse them with water to wash away any residual cleaning solution Air
24. in Pollution Degree 2 environment 10 to 30 deg C ambient and up to 2000 m APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS CAN CSA C22 2 No 61010 1 04 Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment for Measurement Control and Laboratory Use Part 1 General Requirements CAN CSA C22 2 No 61010 2 010 Part 2 Particular Requirements Section 2 10 Specification for laboratory equipment for the heating of materials DQD 507 Rev 2004 06 30 SCAUM 01 REV 3 10 SCA User Manual 6 Understanding your SCA The Support Cleaning Apparatus SCA 15 a device specifically developed to provide robust and efficient removal of support material from parts created in Dimension 3D printers from Stratasys Inc that utilize their Soluble Support Technology SST The system was developed with input from Stratasys users and distributors of SST based systems 6 1 How it Works The system removes support material by immersing parts created with Stratasys SST material in a warm bath of water with a specific amount of Sodium Hydroxide added see operating instructions The SCA then circulates the heated water around the parts the tub The hot slightly base solution dissolves the support material without harming the underlying model material Over time depending on geometry and the amount of support material all the support material 1s dissolved and part 15 ready to be removed dried and used for its intended purpose 6 2 Key Components The SCA consists of sever
25. leaning Raise the cleaning basket out of the tank and rest ee os it on the basket support guide pins Place parts to clean in appropriate stainless steel basket For smaller parts open the spring latched door of the smaller square basket place the part s 1nside and place small basket inside larger basket Slowly lower the large basket into the tank Figure 11 Rest Basket on Watch the liquid level If the addition of the parts Support Guide Pins raises the liquid near the rim of the tank remove the basket and drain or scoop water from the tank 8 7 Adjust Liquid Level Before Cleaning and Test Level Sensors After the part basket s are added to the tank check the liquid level indicators If the Low indicator is lit add water to the tank until it turns off If the High indicator is lit scoop or drain water from the tank You should always test the level sensors each time you add water to the system Do this by adding or removing water from or to the tank with a bucket Using the bucket under and over fill the tank and verify that the level sensor LED s light up Never operate the tank unless the liquid level 1s above the liquid level low mark on the large part basket or rear wall of the tank SCAUM 01 REV 3 18 SCA User Manual The system will not run until the liquid level is properly adjusted When adding or removing liquid from the tank always remember that the tank liquid contains cleanin
26. nd or incidental to sale use or operation of the system or any part thereof shall not in any case exceed the cost of repair or replacement of the defective equipment and such repair or replacement shall be the exclusive remedy of the purchaser and in no case will we be responsible for any and or all consequential or incidental damages including without limitation and or all consequential damages arising out of commercial losses This warranty is transferrable from the original end user to another party if the machine is sold via private sale before the end of the warranty period The foregoing is a limited warranty and it is the only warranty by manufacturer MANUFACTURER DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS IMPLIED INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ALL WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE SCAUM 01 REV 3 8 SCA User Manual 5 Declaration of Conformity UL Mark CSA Certificate Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer Type of Equipment Model Number Phoenix Analysis amp Design Technologies Inc 7755 S Research Dr Suite 110 Tempe AZ 85284 USA Electrical Equipment for Measurement Control and Laboratory Use Support Cleaning Apparatus SCA 1200 We declare under our sole responsibility that the devices mentioned above comply with the following EU Directives Low Voltage Electromagnetic Compatibility EMC Common Technical Specifications Used for Demonstration of Compliance
27. nit remove the drain hose from the storage space on the back of the unit and place it on the end of the drain tube Place the other end of the hose in a drain or in a stainless steel or plastic container Turn the ciini drain valve to the open position Make sure it is in the closed position when you are done Closed Position SCAUM 01 REV 3 5 SCA User Manual and then remove and store the hose 2 Important Safeguards These notes are intended to draw your attention to risks which only you can recognize and avoid or overcome They are intended to enhance your own safety consciousness THE CORRECT UNIT USAGE AND PROPER HANDLING IS SOLELY THE USER S RESPONSIBILITY ELECTRICAL PROTECTION WILL BE IMPAIRED IF USED IN A MANNER NOT SPECIFIED BY THE MANUFACTURER Failure to follow these safeguards and or common sense may result in significant personal injury and will void the warranty The WaterWorks solution that may be added to the unit to aid in support removal contains Sodium Hydroxide Please read and remember the following safety information about this material DANGER WaterWorks SOLUTE CONTAINS SODIUM HYDROXIDE WHICH CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS TO EYES SKIN AND RESPIRATORY TRACT Do not get in eyes on skin or on clothing Do not swallow or inhale powder Keep container closed Use only with adequate ventilation Wash thoroughly after handling First Aid In case of contact immediately flush eyes and skin with plent
28. nsors with separate lamp indicators for high and low level and 3 min audible alarm for both Pump Max Flow Rate Acoustic Noise Level Temperature Display Timer Display Liquid Level Checking Temperature Checking Over temperature sensor factory set at 70 C 3 min audible alarm and lamp indicator Pump and Heater Safety Lockouts Low liquid level high liquid level over temperature no time on timer Welded Stainless Steel Sheet Must be operated in a well ventilated space Tank Construction Ventilation Requirements Thermal Gloves Safety Glasses Required Protective Equipment Measurement Installation Installation Category Category Pollution Degree Protection Class Class Marked Degree of protection for IEC For Indoor Use Only Specifications are subject to change without notice SCAUM 01 REV 3 28 SCA User Manual 12 Technical Support Technical support for this product is provided by Phoenix Analysis amp Design Technologies Inc PADT Before contacting technical support please do the following 1 Try the Troubleshooting table in this manual 2 Visit www DimensionSCA com support and try the troubleshooting found there 3 Write down your model number and serial number found on the back of the unit If the unit 15 under warranty or covered by a maintenance contract contact the Authorized Reseller from whom the unit was purchased Otherwise to receive technical support visit www Dimensi
29. o the corresponding slots on the basket Gently guide the basket into the tank 2 Place the lid over the tank to cover it 3 Attach the power cord to the back of the system and then to a grounded wall socket Only use a power cord provided by the manufacturer 4 Turn the power switch to the on position and check to Z make sure that the display lights up and the Power __ c Indicator is lit cod Pesca Turn the unit off Put the drain hose in the storage indentation aA EKG 7 Complete installation checklist and registration form Figure 9 Power Switch and Plug Locations Make sure the drain valve is in the closed position A o SCAUM 01 REV 3 16 SCA User Manual 8 Operating Your SCA Although the SCA is simple to operate it is critical that all users follow the instructions in this manual and adhere to all safety guidelines 8 1 Locating the Unit The SCA must be placed on a sturdy horizontal surface There should be no Aluminum or Zinc in the selected location THE CLEANING FLUID IN THE SCA REACTS VIOLENTLY WITH ALUMINUM OR ZINC The selected location should be isolated from possible contact from those working in the area It should be near a grounded wall outlet such that the power cord does not pose hazard to people or equipment passing by The power cord plug in receptacle is a disconnecting device that should be easily accessible at all times Position the unit so that it
30. of the tank and 3 to support the basket over the tank when it 1s raised for part removal 6 2 3 Back Panel Area Power Switch _ Fuse Drain Hose Storage Power Cord Plug In Drain Tube p pU r 22 Drain Valve 4 Figure 6 Back Panel SCAUM 01 REV 3 13 SCA User Manual The Back Panel area of the system has important power and liquid connections and controls The Power Switch controls power to the unit The fuse protects the electrical system from overloading and should only be replaced with a new fuse provided by the manufacturer The Power Cord not shown in figure 1s used to connect the system to a wall outlet for power Only use a power cord provided by the manufacturer The Power Cord Plug In is where the power cord is connected to the unit The plug is a disconnecting device and should be easily accessible at all times The tank 15 drained by placing the included drain hose not shown in figure to the Drain Tube and turning the Drain Valve to the open position The liquid in the tank should be at room temperature and the unit should be turned off and unplugged from the wall before it 15 drained When not in use the drain hose may be stored in the U shaped indentation in the b
31. onSCA com support and proceed to the Request Technical Support page and fill out the support request form there If you prefer to e mail you can send an e mail to support DimensionSCA com Please include your full name company name phone number and product serial number in all e mails If you prefer to call dial 1 800 293 PADT and ask for SCA technical support 12 1 Replacement Parts Visit www DimensionSCA com or call 1 800 293 PADT for information on obtaining replacement parts SCAUM 01 REV 3 29 SCA User Manual
32. ors or Indicators Contact technical support indicators did have failed not turn off when liquid was added removed from the tank oystem is Strainer is clogged Clean the strainer with a toothbrush without removing draining slowly the strainer ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND EYEWEAR WHEN WORKING INSIDE THE TANK Resume draining Do not drain without the strainer this may cause significant harm to the pump head and void the warranty SCAUM 01 REV 3 27 SCA User Manual 11 Technical Specifications Specification Model Number SCA 1200 Power Cord 220 International Power Requirements 220 240V 50 Hz 10A Electrical Protection 10 Amp Fuse Heater Power 1 700 Watts Certification CE See www DimensionSCA com for specifics 8 3 Gallons 31 5 Liters 16 x 19 x 26 5 inches 41 x 48 x 67 cm shipping Package Dimensions 30 25 x 20 x 23 inches 77 0 x 51 0 x 58 4 cm Weight Shipping Max NW 59 5 Ibs PC 66 7 Ibs CTN NW 27 kg PC 30 kg CTN Tank Capacity Physical Dimensions GW 70 6 lbs 32 kg 10 x 10x 12 inches 25 x 25 x 30 cm Large Parts Basket Capacity omall Parts Basket Capacity 4x4x4inches 10 x 10 x 10 cm Allowable Operating Solution 10 C 70 C Temperature Temperature Control Accuracy 2 C Operating Environment Ranges Temperature 10 C 30 C Humidity 0 80 RH Altitude 0 M 2000 M 8 GPM 30 LPM lt 50 dB 1 meter Digital LED Readout Digital LED Readout Fixed liquid level se
33. own fuse Reset or replace the breaker or fuse as required Power indicator has If the time and temperature displays are lit and the failed power switch on the rear of the unit is lit the power indicator has probably failed Contact technical support for assistance in repairing or replacing the indicator Pump and Power is not on Check the power indicator on the front control panel heater will not If it is off then proceed to the Power Indicator is not start when the Lit Problem start button is pressed Timer has not been The system will only run when the timer is counting set and started down Check the timer display on the control panel e If itis not counting down press the On Off button If the time being displayed is 00 00 then add time and start the system as described in the Operating your SCA portion of this manual Liquid level is too Check the indicator lights on the left side of the high or too low control panel If either level indicator is on add or remove water from the tank until the indicators turns off SCAUM 01 REV 3 25 SCA User Manual Probable What to Do Causes Problem ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND EYEWEAR WHEN ADDING OR REMOVING LIQUID FROM THE TANK Liquid temperature is Check the indicator lights on the left side of the too high control panel If the over temperature light is on remove the lid and lift the part basket from the tank ALWAYS WEAR PROTECTIVE GLOVES AND EYEWEAR WH
34. se from the cover and discard Place a new fuse supplied by the manufacturer into the cover Insert cover into fuse housing and screw in completely Before reconnecting to power check to make sure the fuse cap 15 tight Reconnect power by plugging the power cord into the wall Turn on the power using the power switch SCAUM 01 REV 3 24 SCA User Manual 10 Troubleshooting The SCA has been designed to allow the end user to resolve most operating problems When a problem 15 encountered please read through this troubleshooting section If a resolution is not found please visit the on line troubleshooting guide for additional suggestions If a resolution is not found there please contact technical support High Risk of Electrical Shock Ms Always disconnect the unit from power before removing the back panel Probable Power Indicator Power switch is not Turn rocker switch on the upper left hand corner of is not Lit On back panel to the On position The rocker switch should light up when it is on Power cord is not Check the power cord and make sure it is pushed all connected to unit or the way in to the back of the system and is securely wall connected to a grounded wall socket Fuse is blown Remove the fuse from the fuse holder and test If it does not work replace the fuse Power circuit has Check your building circuit breakers and any power tripped strips that the unit is plugged in to for a tripped circuit breaker or bl
35. tical Components Component 6 Spray Nozze 15 SCA User Manual 7 Unpacking Inspecting and Installing your SCA THE SCA SHOULD BE INSTALLED BY AN AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTOR ONLY INSTALLATION BY THE USER MAY VOID THE WARRANTY Before removing your SCA from its packaging completely read this manual Follow all safety recommendations while unpacking installing and operating the system 7 1 Package Contents The SCA is shipped with the following contents SCA System 1 Power Cord Large Part Basket 1 110V for North America omall Part Basket 1 220V for Europe Asia Lid 1 User s Manual amp Warranty 1 Drain Hose 24 inches 1 If any parts are missing you should contact support immediately 7 2 Unpacking Place the package on a stable horizontal surface and check inside for the Y items listed above Some items may be stored inside the tank for l shipping Remove everything from the SCA unit itself before lifting the SCA from shipping container 70 Ib 32 kg Unit weight is approximately 70 1b 32 kg Two or more people should lift the unit out of the packaging and place it on a table or cart 7 3 Inspect Unit Carefully inspect the unit for damage during shipping If any damage is found DO NOT ATTEMPT TO OPERATE THE UNIT Contact technical support immediately for assistance 7 4 Installation 1 Place the Large Part Basket into the tank guiding the four pins on the tank walls int
36. y of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes Get medical attention immediately NFPA Rating Health H 3 Flammability F 0 Reactivity R SCAUM 01 REV 3 6 SCA User Manual 3 Safety Warnings N READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE OPERATING N WHAT TO DO Always wear thermal gloves and safety glasses when working near the unit or when touching any part of the unit Always keep this manual near the unit Always assume that the unit is hot and always wear proper thermal gloves when working with or around the unit Always place unit on a flat stable surface Always wipe away any cleaning solution spilled near the control panel Always locate the unit away from locations where it might be bumped Always unplug the unit from the wall when it is not in use Always use the power cord supplied by the manufacturer Always make sure that the power plug receptacle is easily accessible Always unplug the unit from the wall when it is being cleaned moved or serviced in any way Always connect the device to a power receptacle with a protective ground Always change the cleaning liquid as recommended in this manual Always clean the unit with mild soap and a sponge or rag Rinse tank completely before refilling Always stand upright with your head away from the tank when opening the lid to avoid vapors Always remove liquid from the tank before adding large parts to avoid
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