11.2.1 Lubrication of the z-axis
The guide rod and threaded rod of the z-axis are located inside the printer at the rear.
⇒ Select the AXES
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⇒ Adjust the print head and the print bed to the home position
⇒ Switch off the printer and disconnect the power plug.
⇒ Slide a folded paper towel or lint-free cloth between the threaded rod and the back to protect other
areas of the printer from any overspray that may occur�
⇒ Spray the threaded rod at a relatively short distance to avoid overspraying. Ensure that the lubricant
reaches the inside of each thread� If you use grease, use gloves to spread it�
⇒ Be careful not to over-lubricate, only spray the minimum amount required�
⇒ Do not spray the two guide rods directly! Spray the lubricant onto a cloth and use it to lubricate the
guide rods�
⇒ Remove the cloth�
⇒ Connect the power plug and switch on the printer�
⇒ Select the AXES
⇒ Move the print bed to the lowest position
⇒ Switch off the printer and disconnect the power plug.
⇒ Slide a folded paper towel or lint-free cloth between the threaded rod and the back to protect other
areas of the printer from any overspray that may occur�
⇒ Place a second clean cloth on the print bed to protect the components and the Kapton film from spatter.
⇒ Lubricate the threaded rods and guide rods again as previously described�
⇒ Connect the power plug and switch on the printer�
⇒ Select the AXES
⇒ Adjust the print head and the print bed to the home position
⇒ Switch off the printer and disconnect the power plug.
⇒ Remove excess lubricant or grease underneath the print bed.
⇒ Connect the power plug and switch on the printer�
⇒ Select the AXES
⇒ Move the print bed to the lowest position
⇒ Switch off the printer and disconnect the power plug.
⇒ Remove excess lubricant or grease above the print bed.
11.2.2 Lubrication of the x/y-axis
⇒ Connect the power plug and switch on the printer�
⇒ Select the AXES
⇒ Adjust the print head and the print bed to the home position
⇒ Switch off the printer and disconnect the power plug.
With the motors switched off, the print head can be moved forwards/backwards and left/right by hand.
⇒ Lubricate the x and y-axis guide rods with an oiled cloth.
Do not spray lubricant or oil into the unit from above!
⇒ If the print head moves easily in all directions, lubrication is sufficient.
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