Molds normally have residue and flashing on the surface and edges after use. All debris must be removed before the molds can be used again successfully. Clean molds must be stored properly to ensure mold safety while not in use. Additionally, proper mold storage simplifies the picking process when the mold is needed again.

Mold should be left in the soaking containers for at least 5 minutes before cleaning.

Scrub molds thoroughly with the disposable mold scrubber supplied by Optical Dynamics. Never use other types of pads as mold damage may occur. Pay special attention to edges and segment line when cleaning. Rinse the molds with running water if it is available. If running water is not available, use a container of tap water to rinse the molds (change the rinse container water frequently). Spray the rinsed molds immediately with Q-Spray and wipe them dry. NEVER store a wet mold or permanent water spotting may occur.

It is very important that all molds are stored properly and organized. Each space in a mold storage drawer is labeled for one specific mold. Make sure the mold you place there is the right one.

Once clean and dry, read the mold designation near the edge of the mold and find the proper location in the storage unit. Put the mold back into its wrapper (to help protect from dirt and scratching) and gently put into the alloted space.

The monomer inside the cavity has been solidified during the curing cycle. Once the curing cycle is complete, the mold cavities are demolded to expose the lens surface. The assembly should be separated while still warm. Try not to “force” molds off the lens. If a mold does not release, simply return it to the soaking container and try again.

Start with the right cavity. Peel off the gasket. Wipe the edge of the lens with a lint free cloth to remove monomer residue.

Sseparate one of the molds from the assembly with the demolding tool. Insert the tool into the notch located opposite the fill port. Only use the tool as a wedge or to pry. If a mold does not come off, soak the entire assembly for at least 30 seconds in the demolding container and try again.

Put the freed mold in the soaking container for later cleaning and place the remaining mold/lens assembly to soak for at least 1 minute. The lens will release from the remaining mold.

If the last mold does not come off after soaking in the demolding container, try to gently using the demolding tool.

Put the molds in the soaking tub and the lens back in the job tray. Repeat this process for the left side. The molds should all be in the soaking tub and the lenses in the job try when you finish this step.

You have received a message on the upper left side of your Post Cure menu screen that reads Service Required Press Help and are notified that its time to change your post cure bulbs.

Step One: Remove the Post Cure face plate/filter panel by pulling if off

Step Two: Slide both hands under the lamps with palms facing up

Step Three: Remove lamps by twisting them 90 degrees to unlock them and then gently pull them from the lamp holders

Step Four: Install new lamps by pushing them into the lamp holders and twisting them to lock them in place.

Step Five: Make sure the new bulbs are securely installed before continuing

Step Six: Snap the Post Cure face plate/filter panel back on

Step Seven: Call Bob Miller ext. 283 or Bob Lossman ext. 276 in our Service Department to walk you through resetting the lamp timers.  800-797-2743

Each line in the menu is designed to display problems for specific machine functions. When the machine cannot accomplish a function it will indicate SERVICE on that particular line.

04 Filament Heat Power

Cause: At lease one of the lamp filaments is not receiving continuous power. The filaments help the bulbs to light up.

Response: (1) Follow the instructions given by the machine. (2) For any further information or if parts need to be ordered call Optical Dynamics Technical Support for further information 800-587-2743.

05 Lamp On Time

Cause: The effective life of a set of lamps has been exceeded.

Response: (1) Follow the instructions given by the machine. (2) For any further information or if parts need to be ordered call Optical Dynamics Technical Support 800-587-2743.

06 Post Cure Heaters

Cause: At lease one of the Post Cure heaters is not receiving power.

Response: (1) Follow the instructions given by the machine. (2) For any further information or if parts need to be ordered call Optical Dynamics 800-587-2743.

My flash fill stand will not turn on? First double check to make sure the unit is plugged in and the power switch is on. Next, double check the fuses in the back of the unit. If neither are the cause, please give the technical support department a call.

My flash fill stand seems to be leaking from the valve? First, make sure the valve is completely closed. Next remove the valve knob by twisting counter clockwise and pulling. Look to make sure that the two red rubber gaskets are seated inside the valve needle opening. Finish by cleaning the valve knob with IPA and a lint free cloth. If additional help is needed, please call technical support.

Each line in the menu is designed to display problems for specific machine functions. When the machine cannot accomplish a function it will indicate SERVICE on that particular line.

01 Post Cure Temperature

Cause: This message can be caused by leaving the Post Cure Drawer open for extended periods of time or the drawer being opened to frequently.

Response: (1) Follow the instructions given by the machine. (2) If the message comes back, please call Technical Support for further information 800-587-2743.

02 Light Intensity

Cause: The top Actinic, bottom Actinic and Post Cure bulbs all have photo detectors that monitor the intensity of the light coming from the bulbs. If this message occurs it means that one of the aforementioned sections is not producing an acceptable amount of light.

Response: (1) Follow the instructions given by the machine. (2) If the problem continues, check to see if all the bulbs in that section are working. If you have a bulb that is not working, check to see if the bulb has become loose in the lamp holders. (3) If the bulb feel tight in the lamp holders, witch the bulb with a different bulb in that section that you know is working. This will determine if it is just the bulb that has blown out of if it is the machine that has a malfunction. (4) For any further information or if parts need to be ordered call Optical Dynamics 800-587-2743.

03 Lamp Power

Cause: At lease one of the lamps in the top Atinic, bottom Actinic or Post Cure sets is not receiving power.

Response: (1) Follow the instructions given by the machine. (2) If the problem continues, check to see if all the bulbs in that section are working. If you have a bulb that is not working, check to see if the bulb has become loose in the lamp holders. (3) If the bulb feels tight in the lamp holders, switch the bulb with a different bulb in that section that you know is working. This will determine if it is just the bulb that has blown or if it is the machine that has a malfunction. (4) For any further information or if parts need to be ordered call Optical Dynamics 800-587-2743.

Question: I have a lens that is “speckled”, what can cause this and what can I do?

Possible Causes: Lens was removed from the annealing stages and cooled under running water while too hot. If a lens is cooled under running water while hot, it may have a “speckled” appearance caused by localized differences in the rates of cooling of the lens surface. These speckles can be numerous, irregularly shaped.

Solution: The lenses should be air cooled for several minutes before running water over them. If you have a “speckled” lens, returning it to the annealing oven for 5 to 10 minutes will usually eliminate the issue

Question: I have a lens that seems to have an aberration?

Possible Cause #1: Contaminants on the lens

Solution: Before annealing – If the lens is not properly cleaned before the annealing step, the contaminants may cause an optical defect. Carefully clean all lenses before annealing.

After annealing – A common error that can cause a defect is for an operator to lift up the lens from underneath with a fingertip when removing from the annealing stage of the Post Cure chamber. This can leave a permanent mark on the lens where touched, particularly if there was any lens monomer on the gloved fingertip. When removing the lens from the annealing stage, remember to handle the edges only.

Possible Cause #2: Pre-released lens

Solution:  Improper mold cleaning – Follow proper mold cleaning and preparation procedures.

Improper job queuing – If a job is run out of order, the initial curing step may cause the wrong amount of light to be directed toward the mold assembly, resulting in an increased possibility of a pre-release. Always follow the proper production sequence.

Wrong mold or gaskets selected – If the wrong mold or gaskets are used, the lens will be too thick or thin. Make sure to double check your mold and gasket selection as part of the production process.

1. Follow the steps outlined in the Service Help Screen for “Lamp On Time”.

2. Remove the Main Chamber face plate by pulling it off

3. Remove the two screws on the front of the Main Chamber

4. Gently pull out the drawer assembly

5. Remove the lamps by twisting them and then gently pulling them from the lamp holders

6. Install new lamps by pushing them into the lamp holders and twisting them in to lock them

7. Make sure new bulbs are securely installed before continuing

8. Reinstall the drawer assembly when all required bulb changes are complete

9. Make sure drawer assembly screws are reinstalled and tightened

10. Snap the Main Chamber face plate back on