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Unboxing the Fuse X1

Unboxing the Fuse X1

The Fuse X1, vacuum conveyor, and build unit are delivered in a single crate on a pallet. Other accessories and devices are packaged separately. The custom packaging the printer arrives in is specially designed to protect the machine during shipping. During unboxing, inspect the product for any damage or missing items. In the case of damage or missing items, contact Formlabs Support or a certified service provider.

Unboxing the printer

Caution:

Removing the machine from its packaging requires at least two people that are comfortable lifting and moving large and heavy objects.

To unbox the machine:

  1. Move the crate near the printer's final installation location. Leave enough space to open and lower the narrow sides of the crate.

  2. The right-hand crate panel is hinged at the bottom so it can be lowered to create a ramp. Unscrew the panel and carefully lower it.

  3. Remove the vacuum conveyor box and set it aside.

  4. Remove the foam on top of and in front of the build unit. Roll the build unit down the ramp and set it aside.

  5. Remove the left-hand crate panel and set it aside.

  6. Locate the rectangular lifting frame supplied with the printer in the crate.

  7. The printer rests on four blocks, one under each corner of the machine. With the help of another person, insert the lifting frame under the left side of the printer and use it as a lever to carefully and slightly lift the machine. Remove the two blocks from under the left side of the printer. Lower the printer onto the crate.

  8. Repeat step 7 on the right side of the printer. Once all four corner blocks are removed, the printer should rest on its wheels.

  9. With the help of another person, carefully roll the printer down the crate ramp and into its installation location.

  10. Remove any additional foam or other packaging from the outside of the printer.

Next steps

After unboxing the printer, proceed with installation.