CSIIP CLEANSTATION

USER GUIDE

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Contents
1 Introduction 3
1.1 About this Guide 3
1.2 For More Information 3
2 Safety Guidelines 4
2.1 Alkaline Cleaning Solution Safety Instructions 4
2.1.1 Preparing the Alkaline Cleaning Solution 4
2.2 Waste Disposal 4
3 Operating Instructions 5
3.1 Operator Panel 5
3.2 Using the Controller 6
3.3 Filling the Tank 6
3.4 Preparing an Alkaline Cleaning Solution 7
3.5 Preparing the CSIIP CleanStation for Cleaning Models 7
3.5.1 Setting the Valves and Switches 7
3.5.2 Setting the Timer 7
3.6 Starting and Stopping the Cleaning Cycle 9
3.7 Removing Models After Cleaning 10
3.8 Draining the Tank 11
3.8.1 Draining the Tank Without Using the Drain Pump 11
3.8.2 Draining the Tank Using the Drain Pump 12
3.8.3 Emptying Excess Liquid from the Tank 12
4 Maintenance 14
4.1 Removing the Cover 14
4.2 Removing and Cleaning the Jet Plate 15
4.2.1 Removing the Jet Plate 15
4.2.2 Cleaning the Jet Plate and Level Sensor 16
4.2.3 Re-attaching the Jet Plate 18
4.2.4 Re-attaching the Cover 19
4.3 Cleaning the Filter 19
4.4 Testing the Jets 20
4.5 Flushing the Cleaning Station 20
5 Troubleshooting 20
5.1 The Controller is Off 20
5.2 Cleaning Time is Long 22
5.3 The Cover Does Not Close Properly 23
5.4 Insufficient Agitation 23
5.5 The Tank Does Not Drain Easily 23

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1 Introduction
The CSIIP CleanStation uses agitation and alkaline cleaning solution to rapidly
dissolve soluble Support material from printed parts and models.

1.1 About this Guide

The information and requirements provided in this document ensure proper
operation of the cleaning station. If you have any questions about the
information in this document, contact your Stratasys service provider.

1.2 For More Information

For more information about Stratasys, its technologies, products, and application
methods, visit http://www.stratasys.com. If you have any questions about the
information presented in this document, or if you have any comments or
suggestions for future editions, please send a message to
c-support@stratasys.com.

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2 Safety Guidelines
The following general guidelines, together with the instructions provided
throughout this guide, ensure user safety while operating and maintaining the
CSIIP CleanStation. If the system is not operated as specified, the
user's safety might be compromised!
• Never operate the cleaning station while the cover is open.
• The power cable should be connected at an easily accessible electric socket.
• Make sure that the power cable does not become taut.
• A VAC ground fault interrupt (RCD) should be used.
• Only operate the cleaning station when wearing protective gloves, safety
goggles and a protective mask.
• Make sure that the room is properly ventilated. The ventilation system should
change the air at least four times every hour.
• Remove parts with the supplied basket or with steel or plastic tongs. Do not
use aluminum tongs to remove parts from the cleaning solution.
• Never move the unit when there is liquid in the tank.
• Placing parts in the tank raises the liquid level. Monitor the liquid level of the
tank to prevent overflowing.

2.1 Alkaline Cleaning Solution Safety Instructions

Wear the following protective clothing when working with the alkaline cleaning
solution:
• safety goggles
• protective face mask
• neoprene gloves
• boots or closed shoes

Consult your company safety officer before handling the solution to check if
you need to take additional protective measures.

2.1.1 Preparing the Alkaline Cleaning Solution

Always add caustic soda to water. Never pour water onto caustic soda. Mixing it
with water creates heat that could ignite other materials. For information see
DOC-08380, "Working with Alkaline Cleaning Solution".

2.2 Waste Disposal

Fully cured models present no special safety or health-related issues. However,
check if local regulations regard cured and partially cured resins as hazardous
industrial waste, and comply with all applicable regulations governing their
disposal.
Dispose of the alkaline cleaning solution according to local regulations.

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3 Operating Instructions
Before operating the cleaning station, put on protective gloves, a face mask, and
safety goggles.

3.1 Operator Panel

The cleaning station is controlled from the operator panel.

Figure 1 Operator panel

• Agitation control — adjusts the intensity of liquid circulation in the tank
• Controller— adjusts the timer and starts and stops the cleaning cycle
• Fill valve — fills the tank with water
• Selector —controls the pump
• Control valve — controls the valve for the drain

The valve label that is visible indicates its current state.

This section describes how to set the controller, valves, and switches to operate
the cleaning station.

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3.2 Using the Controller

The buttons on the controller change the information displayed on the screen.
From the controller you can do the following:
• Set the timer. By default, the timer is set to four hours (see "Setting the
Timer" on the next page).
• Start and stop the cleaning cycle (see "Starting and Stopping the Cleaning
Cycle" on page 9).
• View the temperature of the solution in the tank.

You cannot change the temperature settings.

From any view, to return to the Home screen, press .

Important:
Pressing multiple times displays Auto C.M1. Do not change Auto to
any other state.

3.3 Filling the Tank

To fill the tank with water:
1. Open the tank cover.
2. Turn on the water supply tap.

Warning:
There is no automatic shutoff, so make sure that the water does not overflow.

3. Open the operator panel (see Figure 1 on the previous page).

4. Set the selector switch to OFF.
5. Set the CONTROL VALVE to CLEAN PARTS.
6. Open the FILL VALVE.
7. Fill the tank until the water reaches between 2.5 cm and 5 cm (1 - 2 inches)
below the top of the tank. This is approximately 60 liters (16 gallons).
8. Set the FILL VALVE to SHUT.

Warning:
Danger of liquid overflow. When filling the tank, take into account the volume
of the parts and the alkaline cleaning solution you will add to the tank (see
"Preparing an Alkaline Cleaning Solution " on the next page).

If the water level drops below 5 cm (2 inches) from the top of the tank, the unit
will stop working.

9. Turn off the water supply tap.

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3.4 Preparing an Alkaline Cleaning Solution

SUP706 Support material is removed from printed models with an alkaline
cleaning solution in the cleaning station.
To prepare the alkaline cleaning solution:
1. Make sure that the cleaning station tank is clean. Remove all foreign
substances, such as material deposits from previous cleaning jobs.
2. Fill the cleaning station with water (see "Filling the Tank" on the previous
page).

Important:
l Before preparing the alkaline cleaning solution, read "Safety Guidelines" on page 4.
l In the following steps, only use chemicals with the indicated CAS number.

3. While the cleaning station is agitating the water:

a. Add 2% NaOH (CAS 1310-73-2), in the quantity shown in the table below.
b. Mix the solution for 15 minutes.
c. Add 1% Na2SiO3 (CAS 6834-92-0), in the quantity shown in the table
below.
d. Mix the solution for 15 minutes.
Quantity
Water volume (liters) 60 liters (16 gallons)
2% NaOH (kg) 1.2 kg (2.6 pounds)
1% Na2 SiO3 (kg) 0.6 kg (1.3 pounds)

3.5 Preparing the CSIIP CleanStation for Cleaning Models

After filling the tank and placing models inside it for cleaning, set the timer and
then activate the other controls on the operator panel (see Figure 1 on page 5).

3.5.1 Setting the Valves and Switches

To set the valves and switches for cleaning parts:
1. Make sure that the cover is closed.
2. Set the FILL VALVE to SHUT.
3. Set the CONTROL VALVE to CLEAN PARTS.
4. Set the AGITATION CONTROL to LOW.

Agitation Control can be adjusted to any point between LOW and HIGH. You
can adjust this while the cleaning station is operating, depending on the size,
number of models in the tank, and how delicate they are.

5. Set the SELECTOR to CLEAN PARTS.

3.5.2 Setting the Timer

By default, the timer is set to four hours. Set the CSIIP CleanStation to operate
for a specific period of time, after which it automatically stops. The timer is

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located on the operator panel (see Figure 1 on page 5).

To set the cleaning time in hours:
1. Press until hoUR is displayed.
2. Press or .

Figure 2 Cleaning time (hours) displayed in the controller

To set the cleaning time in minutes:

1. Press until Min is displayed.
2. Press or .

Figure 3 Cleaning time (minutes) displayed in the controller

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3.6 Starting and Stopping the Cleaning Cycle

To start the cleaning cycle:
• If the SELECTOR is set to OFF, set it to CLEAN PARTS.
• If the SELECTOR is set to DRAIN TANK:
a. Set the SELECTOR to CLEAN PARTS.
b. Make sure the CONTROL VALVE is set to CLEAN PARTS.
• If the SELECTOR is set to CLEAN PARTS, press and on the controller.

Figure 4 Activating the cleaning station

The CSIIP CleanStation stops automatically after the set time, or if the water level
falls below 5 cm (2 inches) from the top of the tank.
To manually stop the cleaning cycle:
• On the controller, press and .
or—
• Set the SELECTOR to OFF.

Figure 5 CSIIP CleanStation switched off

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3.7 Removing Models After Cleaning

Warning:
Always wear neoprene safety gloves, a mask, and safety goggles when
removing models from the unit.

To remove models after cleaning:

1. Lift out the basket, or use stainless steel or plastic tongs to remove models
from the unit.

Warning:
Danger of splashing. Slowly and carefully remove the basket from the tank to
prevent splashing.

Note: You can hang the basket on the inside of the tank cover.

Figure 6 Basket hanging on the cover

Warning:
Danger of combustion. Never use aluminum tongs to remove printed models
from the CSIIP CleanStation.

2. Rinse the models under running water until they do not feel slippery.
3. Dry the models with paper towels, or allow them to air-dry.

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3.8 Draining the Tank

Avoid damage to the pump by draining the tank to replace the alkaline cleaning
solution when it reaches saturation point (see DOC-08380, "Working with
Alkaline Cleaning Solution").
You will also need to drain the tank before performing maintenance procedures.
Before handling the alkaline solution, read "Alkaline Cleaning Solution Safety
Instructions" on page 4.

3.8.1 Draining the Tank Without Using the Drain Pump

To drain the tank without using the drain pump:
1. Close the tank cover.
2. Put on gloves, mask, and safety goggles.
3. If local regulations allow, drain the solution into a drainage pipe. Otherwise,
drain the tank into a 60-liter (16-gallon) container.
4. Open the operator panel.
5. Set the CONTROL VALVE to DRAIN TANK.

Figure 7 Operator panel - Control Valve

Caution:
Foam is created when you drain the tank. If you are draining into a container,
be careful that it does not overflow.

6. When the solution stops flowing, check that the tank is empty. If it is not
completely empty, see "Emptying Excess Liquid from the Tank" on the next
page.

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3.8.2 Draining the Tank Using the Drain Pump

To drain the tank using the drain pump:
1. Close the tank cover.
2. Put on gloves, mask, and safety goggles.
3. If local regulations allow, drain the solution into a drainage pipe. Otherwise,
drain the tank into a 60-liter (16-gallon) container.
4. Make sure that the drain hose is securely in place.

Warning:
The liquid drains out quickly and you might need to hold the hose to prevent it
from splashing.

5. Open the operator panel.

6. Set the CONTROL VALVE to DRAIN TANK.
7. Set the SELECTOR to DRAIN TANK.
8. When liquid stops flowing, stop the pump by setting the SELECTOR to OFF.

Caution:
Running the pump without liquid can result in damage. Do not leave the unit
unattended while draining. Turn the SELECTOR to OFF as soon as the tank is
completely drained.

9. Check that the tank is empty. If it is not, see "Emptying Excess Liquid from
the Tank" below.

3.8.3 Emptying Excess Liquid from the Tank

Occasionally, the tank does not completely drain. If this happens, remove excess
liquid and residue.
To empty excess liquid and residue from the tank:
1. Add water to the tank to help the liquid flow more freely through the filter.
2. Use the pump (see "Draining the Tank Using the Drain Pump" above).

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3. If there is still excess liquid or residue in the tank, use a spatula to push the
liquid into the filter.

Figure 8 Pushing excess liquid into the filter

If the filter is clogged, see "Cleaning the Filter" on page 19.

Caution:
Dispose of the liquid and residue according to local regulations.

After emptying the tank, and before refilling it, flush the system with fresh
water (see "Flushing the Cleaning Station" on page 20).

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4 Maintenance
Perform maintenance on the CSIIP CleanStation:
• once a year
• if the cleaning quality is low (even if the solution saturation is within
specifications)
• if the filter is blocked

Warning:
For all maintenance procedures, disconnect the power cable from the electrical
socket and wear protective clothing (see "Safety Guidelines" on page 4).

4.1 Removing the Cover

To remove the cover:
1. Close the cover.
2. Using a 16 mm (7/16") socket wrench, remove the nuts on both sides of the
cover.

Figure 9 Cover nuts

3. Lift off the cover.

When the cover is removed, it is recommended to clean residue from the area
around the cover.

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4.2 Removing and Cleaning the Jet Plate

Remove and clean the jet plate to clear blocked nozzles. To access the jet plate,
you need to remove the cover (see "Removing the Cover" on the previous page).

4.2.1 Removing the Jet Plate

To remove the jet plate:
1. Drain the tank (see "Draining the Tank" on page 11).
2. Insert a long-neck, 16 mm (7/16") socket wrench into the jet plate, as shown.

Figure 10 Loosening the jet plate

3. Loosen the nuts by turning the socket wrench half a turn.
4. Using a ¼" socket wrench or screwdriver, loosen the hose clamp.
5. Carefully lift off the jet plate and make sure it is clear of the level switch.

When you remove the jet plate, the cleaning solution is likely to drip from it. Be
careful that it does not drip on you.

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4.2.2 Cleaning the Jet Plate and Level Sensor

To clean the jet plate:
1. Flush the tank with fresh water (see "Flushing the Cleaning Station" on page
20) and make sure the tank is empty.
2. Remove the plug from the jet plate.

Figure 11 Jet plate plug

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3. Gently rinse the jet plate with running water to remove any residue from
inside the jet plate, and clean it with a soft sponge.

Figure 12 Cleaning the jet plate

4. Rinse the drain plug and hose with water.
5. Dry the drain plug and hose with compressed air, if available.
6. Using water and a sponge, clean the residue from in and around the level
sensor.

Figure 13 Level sensor

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4.2.3 Re-attaching the Jet Plate

To re-attach the jet plate:
1. Attach the plug and the hose to the jet plate (see Figure 11 on page 16).
2. Place the jet plate into position:
a. Insert the jet plate pipe into the drainage pipe while holding it at a 45
degree angle, as shown below (step A).
b. Line up the top of the nut with the entry hole on the jet plate (step B).
c. Carefully turn the jet plate towards the nut. Be careful to avoid damage to
the jet plate (step C).
d. Insert the nut into the entry hole.
e. Press down on the top of the jet plate to make sure it is firmly in place
(step D).

Figure 14 Attaching the jet plate

3. Using a long-neck, 16 mm (7/16") socket wrench, tighten the nuts (see Figure
10 on page 15 and Figure 14 above).
4. Using a ¼" socket wrench or screwdriver, tighten the hose clamp.
5. Check that the jets function properly (see "Testing the Jets" on page 20).

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4.2.4 Re-attaching the Cover

To re-attach the cover:
1. Position the cover on the unit, making sure that it is straight.
2. Using a 16 mm (7/16") socket wrench, tighten the nuts on both sides of the
cover (see Figure 9 on page 14).

After performing maintenance on the jet plate and the level sensor, it is
recommended to check that the jets function properly (see "Testing the Jets"
on the next page).

4.3 Cleaning the Filter

If the liquid does not drain properly from the tank, the filter might be blocked.
To clean the filter:
1. Drain the tank completely (see "Draining the Tank" on page 11).
2. Using a 3 mm hex (Allen) key, remove the four screws securing the filter.

Figure 15 Filter
3. Clean the filter under running water.

Warning:
The edges of the filter might be sharp. Use caution when cleaning it.

4. Re-attach the filter.

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4.4 Testing the Jets

Test the jets to check if they are functioning properly.
To test the jets:
1. Fill the tank with fresh water.
2. Run the cleaning station for five minutes.
3. Put on neoprene gloves.
4. While the cleaning station is operating, put your hand in the middle of the
tank and feel if all of the jets are functioning.
If some of the jets are not functioning, or if the water is not being agitated as
expected, you might need to clean the jet plate (see "Removing and Cleaning
the Jet Plate" on page 15).

4.5 Flushing the Cleaning Station

After emptying the tank, or after some maintenance procedures, flush the
cleaning station with fresh water to make sure that there is no residue in the
system.
To flush the cleaning station:
1. Fill the tank with fresh water.
2. Run the cleaning station for five minutes.
3. Empty the cleaning station completely (see "Draining the Tank" on page 11).

5 Troubleshooting
For all troubleshooting procedures, wear protective clothing (see "Safety
Guidelines" on page 4).

5.1 The Controller is Off

If the controller is off:
• Make sure the unit is connected to the wall socket and is powered on.
• Check that the water level is between 2.5 cm (1 inch) and 5 cm (2 inches)
below the top of the tank.
• Check that the electrical socket is "live".
• Check that the level sensor is not stuck. To do this, remove the jet plate (see
"Removing and Cleaning the Jet Plate" on page 15). If the level sensor is stuck,
clean it (see "Cleaning the Jet Plate and Level Sensor" on page 16).
• Check the fuses.

When replacing fuses, always disconnect the cleaning station from the wall
socket and keep the power cable in view, so that it is not accidentally plugged
back in.

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To check and replace a fuse:

a. Disconnect the unit from the wall socket.
b. On the back of the unit, unscrew the fuse covers.

Figure 16 Fuses
c. Check the fuses with an ohm meter or continuity tester.
d. Replace the fuses and make sure to orient them correctly.

Figure 17 Insert the fuse in the correct direction

A blown fuse usually indicates that there is an electrical fault.

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5.2 Cleaning Time is Long

If it takes a long time to remove Support material completely from models:
• The solution saturation level might be too high and should be replaced.
See DOC-08380, "Working with Alkaline Cleaning Solution."
• Make sure that the liquid temperature is not above 30°C (86°F). If so,
check that the cooling fans behind the back panel are functioning:
While cleaning station is running, place a piece of paper against the back
panel, as shown below. If the paper sticks, the cooling fans are working
properly.

Figure 18 Testing the cooling fans

• The liquid in the tank might not be sufficiently agitated (see
"Insufficient Agitation" on the next page).

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5.3 The Cover Does Not Close Properly

If the cover does not close properly:
1. Close the cover.
2. Using a 7/16” socket wrench, loosen the nuts on either side of the cover.

Figure 19 Cleaning station cover nuts

3. Adjust the position of the cover until it is straight.
4. Tighten the nuts.

5.4 Insufficient Agitation

• Test that the jets are working (see "Testing the Jets" on page 20).
• Remove and clean the jet plate (see "Removing and Cleaning the Jet Plate" on
page 15).

5.5 The Tank Does Not Drain Easily

If the solution does not drain easily from the tank, the filter might be blocked.
(See "Cleaning the Filter" on page 19.)

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