Photopolymer Equipment Maintenance Procedures
Daily
- Drain the water out of the washout tank and refill with clean water. Always keep the brush submerged in water.
- Cover the sticky mat on the washout platen with a piece of Mylar after use.
Weekly
- Thoroughly clean the washout tank and brush. Always refill the washout tank and keep the brush submerged in water.
- Perform an exposure test with the 21 Step UV Stouffer Scale to ensure proper amount of UV output. Adjust exposure time accordingly to achieve a solid 16 on the Stouffer Scale.
Monthly
- Apply small amount of lubricating grease to the leveling pads on the washout platen.
- Replace the vinyl cover sheet in the main exposure draw.
Annually
- Replace the bulbs in both the main exposure draw and the post exposure draw.
*Refer to equipment manual if necessary or contact Nova Polymers Technical Support with questions.
