Mould Removing, Cleaning And Storage

Mould Removing, Cleaning And Storage:

1. Heat the mould to room temperature before removal to evaporate any surface condensation.

2. Using a mild, clean shop safety solvent and soft, clean towels, gently clean internal mould surfaces to remove residual dirt and grime.

3. More the ejector system fully forward and spray both mould halves with a shop-approved, protective rust preventive before retracting the ejector and closing the mould.

4. Drain and blow free all residual water to avoid rust buildup. No water should be trapped inside the mould and it is critical.

5. Make sure all bolts plates and clamps are properly placed and the safety straps are secured and tightened.

6. Remove mould, check and clean it again, if required.

7. Bag the last two or four shots to store with the mould (including parts, sprue and runner) as examples of the expected run quality.

8. Store  the moulds on storage racks-notably out of shop floor.

9. Dont let water lines stick out when storing moulds on racks.

10. Wrap the mould with plastics. Ensure that air is dry when wrapping, or put a desicant air absorption bag inside so that temperature changes dont cause condensation inside the wrapping that could form rusting.