Printing steps (BST 1200)

•	Printing

o	Push “Wait for part” button on the printer after the pack is finished

o	Wait for prompt “Is Model Base Installed”

o	In CatalystEx press Print

o	NOTE: Cartridge contains 56.3 in3 if you need more see advanced refilling the printer pdf

•	Setup printer

o	Connect network cable to printer

o	Turn on RPM it takes 40 minutes to warm up

	Switch is located on the front lower right of the printer

o	Printer status says “idle” when ready

o	New vs. Used Bases: 	New bases can be purchased 	Used bases can be used if cleaned properly

•	Orientation tab

o	Orientation can be select by hand using the rotation button for each axis

o	“Auto Orient” can be selected if unsure

o	Pack Tab

	CatalystEx has a default pack set-up so that the parts do not overlap

	Just click and drag part to move

	Fill parts in the upper right hand corner first they will print faster

o	NOTE: danger of Nesting see advanced .pdf

•	Cleaning the printer

o	Vacuum out the printer (shop van)

o	Check printer head for debris

o	Empty junk cartridge

o	Shut down the printer

•	File setup

o	Save part as an ,stl file in parent program

o	Print single parts not whole assemblies

o	Open CatalystEX

	Open the .stl file

	Choose the interior and structural material setting under model interior and support fill

	Check the units

•	Finished product

o	Remove parts while still warm

	Flex the board from the two opposite corners

o	Remove the support material from the finished product

	This can be done by hand or carefully remove with a razor blade

o	Return the base back to the used stock

•	Inserting base plate

o	Place plate onto platform until it settles into place

o	Push the plate straight back till it stops

o	Lock the plate in Place

	Use the two rotating retainer Clips