ELEGOO MERCURY PLUS Wash & Cure Machine Operation Manual

Welcome

Thank you for purchasing the ELEGOO MERCURY PLUS Wash & Cure Machine.

Please unbox and inspect the machine upon receiving it. If you have any questions regarding the machine, please contact ELEGOO customer service at 3dp@elegoo.com, or via Facebook and Instagram.

Please read this instruction manual carefully before you use the machine.

Multiple language instructions and software are available to download from www.elegoo.com/download.

Notice

• Please always keep in mind the precautions when using the ELEGOO MERCURY PLUS Wash & Cure Machine. Failure to comply with these precautions may cause damage to the machine or cause individual injury.
• Please contact our customer service first to arrange replacement if any parts are found damaged or missing after receiving the products.
• Do not place the model directly in the cleaning bucket. Please leave the model on the build platform and wash them together, or place the model in the cleaning basket and then wash it.
• Please follow the safety regulations and use and store the washing liquid (which could be ethyl alcohol or isopropanol) properly. Do not exceed the maximum line when adding washing liquid, otherwise, the washing liquid may spill out and cause damage to the machine. Please cover the cleaning bucket with its lid and keep the washing liquid well stored after use.
• Please wash and dry the model first before curing, otherwise, the model would be covered with some white residues, sticky or cracked.
• Do not take away the lid from the machine when curing mode is on, as to prevent potential hazards from the UV lights.
• After long-hour use in the curing mode, it is normal that the temperature of the machine body and the cover will rise.
• Please adjust the curing time appropriately if the model turns yellow after curing. Over curing will lead to the model yellowing.
• The ELEGOO MERCURY PLUS Wash & Cure Machine is designed to be used within an ambient temperature ranging from 0°C to 40°C, and humidity ranging from 20% to 50%.
• Do not disassemble the ELEGOO MERCURY PLUS Wash & Cure Machine without consulting.

Technical Specification

Product Overview

The ELEGOO MERCURY PLUS is a versatile machine designed for post-processing 3D prints, offering both washing and curing functions.

Components:

• Cleaning Bucket
• Curing Turntable
• Cleaning Basket
• Adjustable Platform Bracket
• Power Adapter/Power Cord
• Toolkit

Machine Features:

• 1 Anti-UV Lid: Protects users from UV light during curing.
• 2 Display Screen: Shows timing and mode information.
• 3 Control Panel: Touch buttons for mode selection and time adjustment.
• 4 Pillar: Supports the cleaning basket or platform bracket.
• 5 Power Switch: Turns the machine on or off.
• 6 Lid Cover Sensor: Detects if the lid is properly closed.
• 7 Power Input: Port for the power adapter.

Control Panel Functions:

The control panel features touch buttons for operating the machine:

• MODE: Switches between wash mode (?️) and cure mode (☀️).
• TIME+: Click to increase time by 30 seconds. Long press to continuously increase time up to 30 minutes.
• TIME-: Click to decrease time by 30 seconds. Long press to continuously decrease time down to 0 seconds.
• ON/OFF: Starts or stops the current operation.

The display screen shows the remaining timing time on the left and the current working mode on the right.

Operation Instruction

Before use, please plug in the power and turn on the machine.

4.1 Wash Mode

This mode is used to clean uncured resin from 3D prints.

1. Switch the machine to "Wash Mode" by touching the "MODE" button on the panel. The display mode icon will change to indicate wash mode (?️).
2. Open the sealing lid of the cleaning bucket. Add an appropriate amount of washing liquid (e.g., isopropyl alcohol or ethyl alcohol) up to the maximum scale line. Do not exceed this line to prevent spillage. Place the cleaning bucket into the designated slot on the machine platform. Note: Remove the curing turntable before placing the cleaning bucket. (See Picture 1).

   Picture 1 Description: Shows the ELEGOO MERCURY PLUS base unit with the curing turntable removed, and the cleaning bucket being placed into the designated slot.

3. Submerge the 3D printed model in the washing liquid. Ensure the model is fully immersed but do not wash the model directly in the cleaning bucket itself, as this can damage both the model and the bucket. Use one of the following methods:
   • For models less than or equal to 15 mm in size: If the printed model has been removed from the build platform, mount the build platform to the adjustable platform bracket. Adjust the bracket's length using the hand-twisting nuts on both sides to accommodate different model heights (up to a maximum of 120 mm). Then, hang the adjustable platform bracket on top of the central pillar. (See Picture 2).

     Picture 2 Description: Illustrates the adjustable platform bracket, with a 3D printed model attached, being hung on the central pillar inside the machine. The bracket's adjustable nuts are visible.

   • For models larger than 15 mm in size: If the printed model has been removed from the build platform, place the model in the cleaning basket (maximum model height is 160 mm). Then, hang the cleaning basket on top of the central pillar. (See Picture 3).

     Picture 3 Description: Depicts the cleaning basket containing 3D printed models, being hung on the central pillar inside the machine.

4. Once the model is submerged, cover the machine with the anti-UV lid.
5. Touch "TIME+" or "TIME-" to set the desired washing time.
6. Touch "ON/OFF" to start the washing process. The machine will beep when cleaning is complete.
7. Remove the model for air drying. After cleaning, remove the cleaning bucket and seal it with its lid. The washing liquid can be reused multiple times. If washing liquid spills onto the machine, clean it up quickly to avoid a short circuit.

4.2 Cure Mode

This mode is used to cure 3D prints using UV light.

1. Switch the machine to "Cure Mode" by touching the "MODE" button on the panel. The display mode icon will change to indicate cure mode (☀️).
2. Place the curing turntable firmly onto the turntable positioning hole in the center of the machine platform. Note: Remove the cleaning bucket before placing the turntable. (See Picture 4).

   Picture 4 Description: Shows the ELEGOO MERCURY PLUS base unit with the curing turntable correctly positioned on the central spindle.

3. Place the 3D printed model in the center of the curing turntable.
4. Cover the machine with the anti-UV lid.
5. Touch "TIME+" or "TIME-" to set the desired curing time.
6. Touch "ON/OFF" to start the curing process. The turntable will rotate slowly; slight jitter is normal.
7. The machine will beep when curing is complete.

Maintenance

5.1 Recycling of Washing Liquid

When the washing liquid in the bucket has been reused for more than 30 times, it needs to be filtered and cleaned.

1. Let the washing liquid stand for about 10 hours to allow the waste to settle at the bottom of the cleaning bucket.
2. Pour the clear washing liquid from the top into another container.
3. Clean the settled waste from the bottom of the bucket. This waste may convert to ordinary solid waste when exposed to sunlight.
4. If necessary, the bucket rotor can be removed for cleaning. (See Picture 5).

   Picture 5 Description: Illustrates the process of recycling washing liquid. It shows a cleaning bucket where waste has settled at the bottom, and the clear liquid is being poured into a separate container.

5.2 Cleaning the Rotor of the Cleaning Bucket

After a period of use, the bottom rotor of the cleaning bucket may rotate abnormally due to precipitation or foreign matter. In such cases, the rotor can be removed for cleaning.

(See Picture 6).

Picture 6 Description: Provides an exploded view of the cleaning bucket's bottom rotor assembly, indicating how it can be disassembled for cleaning.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

1. The machine does not work

• Ensure the anti-UV lid is properly covered. Try again after closing the lid.
• Check the power connection. Pull out the power cord and plug it in again.

2. The model turns white after washing and curing

• The alcohol concentration may be insufficient. Please use a concentration of alcohol greater than 95% for cleaning.
• Curing was performed immediately after washing. The model needs to air dry completely before being placed in the machine for curing.

3. The bottom rotor of the cleaning bucket does not rotate in the washing mode

• The rotor might be caught by foreign matters. Please try again after taking the cleaning bucket down, pouring out the washing liquid, and removing any foreign matters.
• There might be too much precipitation in the washing liquid. Please take the cleaning bucket down first, and try again after cleaning the precipitation from the washing liquid or changing the washing liquid.

4. The cleaning bucket has abnormal sound during operation

• The screw of the rotor may be loose during the washing process. Please use the provided tool to fix the screw to the rotor.

Support and Resources

For further assistance, please utilize the following resources:

• ✉️ Email Support: 3dp@elegoo.com
• ? Discussion Forums
• ? Help Articles

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