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| + | ====== Use the UP Mini ====== | ||
| + | In order to use the UP Mini there are a few things you'll need to do. | ||
| + | - Check Printer Filament | ||
| + | - Take a look at the printer filament spool and ensure there's enough filament on the roll for your print. | ||
| + | - A good rule of thumb is for every square CM of your print there should be 15CM on the spool. | ||
| + | - If there is not enough filament on the spool change it following the instructions below. | ||
| + | - Initialise Printer | ||
| + | - On the attached PC, run the 'UP 2.18' software. <callout type="info" icon="true">Make sure you have opened Up 2.18, the 'Up Studio' software currently does not work with this printer.</callout> | ||
| + | - On the Main Menu click 3D Print and then Initialize. | ||
| + | - Insert Bed | ||
| + | - Check the printer has a bed inserted, if not find a spare perfboard which should be with the printer. | ||
| + | - Slide the perfboard into the slots on the 2 sides of the platform, using your hands to support the platform and pushing down and forward with your thumbs. | ||
| + | - Test extrusion. | ||
| + | - On the Main Menu click 3D Print and then Maintenance | ||
| + | - Hit "Extrude" button. | ||
| + | - The printhead will start to heat up, within 5 minutes the printhead temperature will reach 260 degrees then the printer will buzz and the print head starts to extrude. | ||
| + | - Watch the printer push the filament out, making sure it's not coming out sideways. If it is, report it to the #digifab chat. | ||
| + | - When it completes it will beep again, pull the filament out and it should be a nice smooth coil of filament. <callout type="danger" icon="fa fa-warning">Do not reach up towards the nozzle, reach down towards the bed.</callout><callout type="info" icon="true">If the filament is bubbly or textured or doesn't come out at all, report this to #digifab chat.</callout> | ||
| + | - Set up Print | ||
| + | - Load the .STL file by clicking the Open icon or choosing File → Open. | ||
| + | - Place the item using the toolbar to move it on the X, Y or Z axis OR click the AutoPlacement button from the toolbar.<callout type="info">AutoPlacement is recommended for multiple files in one print job.</callout> | ||
| + | - If necessary, scale the item up or down using the top drop-down menu and Scale button. | ||
| + | - Click the Print icon. | ||
| + | - A pop-up window will confirm print settings. Adjust printing speed as desired. Click “Preferences” to change fill, resolution, etc. Click OK when done. | ||
| + | - The UP!ware sends the file to the printer by slicing it into layers. See the progression in the bottom left toolbar. | ||
| + | - When slicing is completed, the printer will beep and a pop up window will tell you the approximate time for your print job and how much plastic will be used. | ||
| + | - The nozzle will heat to the necessary temperature. When the nozzle is heated, the printer will beep one long beep. Then it will beep 3 short beeps in a row before beginning to print. | ||
| + | - The printer will beep 5 short beeps in a row upon completing the print job. | ||
| + | - Remove the black platform plate from the printer. | ||
| + | - Use appropriate tools (bench hook, spatula, gloves) to remove the print job. | ||
| + | - Clean off the bed using the spatula. | ||
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| + | ====== Changing Filament ====== | ||
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| + | ===== Unloading filament spools ===== | ||
| + | - Initialize the printer by going to 3d Print → Initialise | ||
| + | - Go to 3D Print → Maintenance from the top menu bar. | ||
| + | - Click Withdraw to remove the current filament spool. | ||
| + | - The printer will heat its nozzle to the appropriate temperature and will beep when it is ready. | ||
| + | - Gently pull the filament out of the extruder. The filament should remove smoothly from the extruder. | ||
| + | - If you feel a tug from the extruder, stop pulling and repeat step 2 onwards. | ||
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| + | ===== Loading filament spools ===== | ||
| + | - Initialize the printer by going to 3d Print → Initialise | ||
| + | - Go to 3D Print → Maintenance from the top menu bar. | ||
| + | - Click New Spool. | ||
| + | - Select the type of filament (ABS) and enter the approximate amount in grams. Brand new UP! Mini spools are 700g. | ||
| + | - If you are unsure of the amount, leave the default number and click OK. | ||
| + | - Trim the end of the filament with the orange clippers. | ||
| + | - Feed the new filament through the guide on the back of the printer and into the guide tube. | ||
| + | - Have the filament end ready by the extruder. | ||
| + | - Click Extrude. The nozzle will again heat up to the appropriate temperature and will beep when it is ready. | ||
| + | - Place the new filament in the slot on top of the extruder and gently push. The extruder should grab the filament easily and start extruding from the nozzle. | ||
| + | - Release the filament. | ||
| + | - The printer will beep when the extrude cycle is complete. | ||
| + | - If changing colors, run the Extrude cycle twice to remove old filament. | ||