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Safety with the Form Cure

The Form Cure is an automated post-curing solution that requires respect and care to ensure safe operation. Follow all safety considerations listed here during operation.

For the complete safety instructions, please visit the support article Manuals and documentation to download the manual.

Throughout the manual and other documentation, safety notices are marked with standard words and symbols. Read the definitions below to understand these markings and how they relate to your safety.

Symbol	Meaning
	"Danger" indicates a hazard with a high level of risk which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
	"Warning" indicates a hazard with a medium level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
	"Caution" indicates a hazard with a low level of risk which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
	"Notice" indicates information considered important, but not hazard-related. Not following this information could void the warranty or result in damage to the machine.
	CAUTION: Do not touch hot surfaces.

General usage

The Form Cure provides the light and heat necessary to post-cure 3D-printed parts to their optimal properties. The final performance characteristics of cured photopolymer resin may vary according to your compliance with the instructions for use, application, operating conditions, material combined with, end use, or other factors.

Warning:

General usage: You must independently verify the suitability of additive manufacturing, stereolithography, the Form Cure, and any specific designs or materials employed for the application and intended purpose before use. In no event shall Formlabs be liable for any loss, death, or bodily injury that you suffer, or that you cause to any third party, in connection with your use of Formlabs products. To the fullest extent legally permitted Formlabs EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY IMPLIED OR EXPLICIT WARRANTY OF FITNESS for a particular usage, the particular nature and circumstances of said usage being unforeseen and unforeseeable to Formlabs.
Medical usage: Formlabs is not a manufacturer of medical devices. Formlabs provides tools and materials that may be used in many applications, but makes no claims as to the safety or effectiveness of any specific devices made using Formlabs products. Certain Formlabs products, such as those commonly known in the industry as “biocompatible” resins, have been engineered to comply with relevant industry standards. The specific standards and most relevant technical specifications may be identified within the technical data sheets and have been tested according to relevant testing protocols for those standards and specifications. Formlabs resins for biocompatible applications are a speciality product, developed for use by medical professionals, and should be used in accordance with their instructions for use.
Modification: Do not modify—The Form Cure is intended for use as-is. Modifying the unit without explicit approval and directions from Formlabs will invalidate your warranty, and could potentially ruin the machine and cause you bodily harm. Never remove the bottom panel of the unit.
Manual: Read and understand the manual and its safety instructions before using the Form Cure. Failure to do so can result in serious injury or death.

Notice:

In some cases, the additive manufacturing process may inherently result in variable performance characteristics between manufacturing runs or within a specific part. Such variances may not be apparent and may result in unexpected defects in additively fabricated parts.

Personal protective equipment (PPE)

Warning:

Skin irritant: Resin may cause skin irritation or an allergic skin reaction. Wear gloves when handling liquid resin or resin-coated surfaces. Wash skin with plenty of soap and water.

Caution:

Risk of eye injury: Some methods of support removal may cause small pieces of supports to break away. Beware of flying debris and consider wearing eye protection and gloves to protect the skin and eyes.

Electronic components

The Form Cure is a professional appliance that includes electronic components. As with any such appliance:

Warning:

Do not operate the Form Cure with a damaged cord or plug.
Always disconnect power before cleaning.
Only use well-maintained equipment.
Operate on a clear and level surface.

Hot surfaces

The Form Cure (2nd Generation) contains two 450 W heaters to help ensure parts are strong after post-curing. While the heaters and fan designs limit overheating and the heaters are insulated to contain heat, surfaces of the Form Cure and printed parts may be hot during and after use.

Caution:

Hot surfaces. Do not touch hot surfaces.

Observe the following precautions when using the Form Cure:

Take care when removing parts from the Form Cure. The metal turntable can remain hot during and after a cure cycle.
Always allow the turntable to cool completely before touching or cleaning.
Like any heating appliance, a fire may occur if the Form Cure maintains extended contact with flammable materials, such as walls or curtains. Keep the Form Cure away from walls and curtains.
Keep the area surrounding the turntable clean, and only post-cure parts that have been completely dried. Accumulation of cured material creates the possibility of malfunction.

Light and heat

The Form Cure uses heat and 405 nm light to post-cure 3D-printed parts. The cover includes an interlock system that is designed to automatically pause heating and extinguish the cure lights when the cover is open.

Resin

Always consult the safety data sheet (SDS) as the primary source of information to understand safety and handling of Formlabs materials.

Warning:

Poison hazard: Never ingest resin in liquid or solid form. If swallowed, immediately call a poison center or medical professional. Contact ChemTel with the information below for global 24-hour assistance interpreting the SDS.
- North America: +1 800 255 3924
- Worldwide Intl.: +01 813 248 0585
- Reference Contract Number: MIS4707563
General safety: Always consult the SDS as the primary source of information to understand safety and handling of Formlabs materials. In an emergency involving resin, always refer to the SDS and/or seek help from a medical professional.
Skin irritant: Resin may cause skin irritation or an allergic skin reaction. Wear gloves when handling liquid resin or resin-coated surfaces. Wash skin with plenty of soap and water.

Radio interference

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to CFR Title 47, Part 15 of FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at their own expense.

Changes or modifications to this product not authorized by Formlabs could void the electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and wireless compliance and negate your authority to operate the product.

This product has demonstrated EMC compliance under conditions that included the use of compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components. It is important that you use compliant peripheral devices and shielded cables between system components to reduce the possibility of causing interference to radios, televisions, and other electronic devices.

Caution:

Hazardous radiation: Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures other than those specified herein may result in hazardous radiation exposure.