Mosquito® Prime™ and Conduct™ Hotends Health and Safety Warnings, Limited Warranty, Limitations of Warranty and Disclaimer of Liability

Mosquito® Prime™ Hotends Health and Safety Warnings, Limited Warranty, Limitations of Warranty and Disclaimer of Liability

Health and Safety Warnings 

General Machining and Fabrication Equipment Safety Warnings

WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious injury.

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

  1. Work area safety:

  1. Keep the work area clean and well-lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

  2. Do not operate 3D printers in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. 3D printers create heat which may ignite dust or fumes.

  3. Keep children and bystanders away while operating a 3D printer.

  4. Minimize distractions to maintain focus on your work. Distractions can cause you to lose control of the 3D printer.

  1. Electrical safety:

    1. 3D printer plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.

    2. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.

    3. Do not expose 3D printers to damp, rain or wet conditions. Water entering a 3D printer will increase the risk of electric shock.

    4. Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the 3D printer. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

    5. When operating a 3D printer with an extension cord, only use cords suitable for the applicable power load. The use of a cord unsuitable for the applicable power load increases the risk of electric shock and fire.

  2. Personal safety:

    1. Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a 3D printer. Do not use a 3D printer while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating a 3D printer may result in serious personal injury.

    2. Use personal protective equipment and wear it properly. Always wear eye protection.

    3. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to a power source, picking up, or handling components of a 3D printer.

    4. Remove all metal objects, adjusting key or wrench before turning the 3D printer on. A metal object, wrench, or key can conduct electricity as well as heat which may result in personal injury, equipment damage, or fire.

    5. Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This risks injury in unexpected situations.

    6. Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing, and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

    7. Devices for the collection and extraction of dust, when connected and properly used, can reduce, but do not eliminate, dust-related hazards.

  3. 3D printer use and care:

    1. Do not force the 3D printer to perform beyond its rated power output or temperature capabilities. Use the correct 3D printer for your application.

    2. Do not use the 3D printer if the power switch does not turn it on and off. Any 3D printer that cannot be controlled with the power switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

    3. Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the 3D printer. Failing to do so increases the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.

    4. Store idle 3D printers out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with 3D printers or these instructions to operate the power tool.  3D printers are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

    5. Maintain the 3D printer. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the 3D printer’s operation. If damaged, have the 3D printer repaired before use. Accidents can result from poorly maintained 3D printers.

    6. Use the 3D printer, accessories, and nozzles, etc. in accordance with their instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the 3D printer for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

  4. Service:

    1. Have your 3D printer serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts.

Mosquito® Prime™ Hotends Safety Warnings

  1. Adherence to Instructions:

    1. This product comes with high-powered electronics. All installation and assembly instructions must be adhered to. 

    2. Installation and assembly instructions can be found at: https://support.sliceengineering.com/portal/en/kb/slice-engineering/assembly-instructions. 

    3. After reading the instructions, if you are still unsure of how to install and configure the Mosquito® Prime™ Hotend correctly, please contact our customer support team. 

  2. Plastic structural components must not be used in proximity to the Hotend.

  3. Heater Installation:

    1. Installation of heaters into the Mosquito® Prime™ Hotend should be performed by a professional 3D printer manufacturer or professional automation engineer.

    2. Electrical current limitations of the 3d printer and its components must not be exceeded

    3. Temperatures can exceed 600°C, which can ignite plastic and cause third-degree burns if touched.

    4. Use of attachments between the Hotend and guide rail must be composed of metal structures to a metal recirculating ball bearing carriage riding on a metal guide rail.

    5. Metal attachments must be configured such that excess heat generated in a failure scenario involving runaway heating combined with the malfunction of the heatsink fan, temperature sensor, or liquid cooling system can dissipate through the metal structure of said attachments reducing the risk of injury, fire, and damage to the 3D printer.

    6. Attachment by plastic structures is prohibited, since plastic restricts the dissipation of heat, may soften and structurally fail, increasing the risk of injury, fire, and damage to the 3D printer.

    7. Implementation of redundant temperature sensors is required.


Limited Warranty, Limitations of Warranty and Disclaimer of Liability


LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY. Slice Engineering® warrants that the Mosquito® Prime™ Hotends (the “Products”) will, at the time of purchase by the first retail purchaser (“End User”) from Slice Engineering or an authorized reseller, comply with the product specifications (the “Specifications”) published by SLICE ENGINEERING, LLC (“Slice” or the “Company”). This warranty is made only to the End User and is not assignable.


PRODUCT WARRANTY DISCLAIMER. LIMITATION OF DAMAGES. TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW AND EXCEPT FOR THE EXPRESS LIMITED PRODUCT WARRANTY SET FORTH IN THIS AGREEMENT, SLICE MAKES NO (AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL) WARRANTIES, EXPRESS, IMPLIED OR STATUTORY, WITH RESPECT TO THE PRODUCTS SUPPLIED UNDER THIS AGREEMENT, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, NONINFRINGEMENT, OR ARISING FROM COURSE OF PERFORMANCE, DEALING, USAGE OR TRADE. WITHOUT LIMITING THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING, SLICE MAKES NO CLAIM, REPRESENTATION, OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND AS TO THE UTILITY OF THE PRODUCTS FOR THE END USER’S INTENDED USES. 


REMEDY FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY AND LIMITATION OF DAMAGES. If notified in writing of a valid warranty claim within three months of the date of purchase by the End User, Slice will, at its option, (i) correct the non-conforming Product so that it materially complies with the Specifications; (ii) provide a replacement Product; or (iii) terminate the Agreement and refund the purchase price paid for the Product. Slice shall not be obligated to correct, cure, or otherwise remedy any nonconformity or defect in the Product if the reseller from which End User purchased the Product or End User has made any changes whatsoever to the Product, if the Product has been misused or damaged in any respect, or if the End User has not reported to Slice the existence and nature of such nonconformity or defect promptly upon discovery thereof. If requested by Slice, the End User will return the affected Product to Slice in accordance with Slice’s instructions and at its expense; failure to return the affect Product as requested will be deemed to be a waiver of this warranty and the remedies herein. IN NO EVENT SHALL SLICE BE LIABLE FOR ANY PUNITIVE, RELIANCE, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOST REVENUE, LOST PROFITS, OR LOST SAVINGS) OR ANY AMOUNTS IN EXCESS OF THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE PRODUCT, HOWEVER CAUSED AND UNDER ANY THEORY, EVEN IF IT HAS NOTICE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES.  This section states Slice’s entire liability and the End User’s sole and exclusive remedy for breach of warranty.

ASSUMPTION OF LIABILITY; RELEASE. 3D printers are useful machine tools when installed and used with Slice Engineering® hotends in accordance with proper safety protocols by 3D printer manufacturers and professional automation engineers. The Mosquito® Prime™ Hotends are powerful industrial tools designed for installation and configuration by 3D printer manufacturers and professional automation engineers and are inherently dangerous. By installing and/or operating a Mosquito® Prime™ Hotend, you agree to take responsibility for any and all risks associated with the installation and operation of the Mosquito® Prime™ Hotend. You further irrevocably release and discharge Slice Engineering from any loss, expense, damages or liabilities, including third party claims or any injury (including death) of any person or damage to property, arising out of or resulting from your improper use of the products, failure to operate the 3D printer or Slice Engineering products in accordance with their instructions and your negligence or misconduct.
 
The limitations, disclaimers and releases included above are limited to the extent required under applicable law.


 


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