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3D Systems, Inc.

333 Three D Systems Circle | Rock Hill, SC | 29730

www.Cubify.com

The 3D Systems logo, 3D Systems, Cube and Cubify are
registered trademarks of 3D Systems, Inc.

PN: 390186-00 Rev. A

Summary of Contents for CUBE

Page 1: ...3rd Generation Personal 3D Printer Quick Start Guide See Inside for Use and Safety Information...

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Page 3: ...asic instructions on how to get your Cube 3D Printer plugged in and printing so you can start making your creations For more detailed instructions please access the Cube User Guide available to you at...

Page 4: ...ed observe children closely and intervene as necessary to prevent potential safety problems and ensure the appropriate use of the Cube Ensure small 3D prints are not accessible to young children These...

Page 5: ...LANCE B A Print Jets B Print Jet Cords C Material Cartridges D Print Pad E Print Platform F Touchscreen Display G On Off Button H USB Inlet Port Mass Storage Device I Power Inlet J Refuse Bins B C C D...

Page 6: ...ve them from the top of the printer box and open the box 2 Remove the upper foam support 3 Remove the printer from the lower box and remove the printer from the protective bag Place the printer on a s...

Page 7: ...m 8 203 mm Hand Clearance Around the Printer Build Plate Travel Area 4 102 mm 4 102 mm Back Front Front View Top View 4 Remove the top insert 5 Fold the sides inward and remove the lower insert from t...

Page 8: ...ct the power supply cable to the power inlet port A on the printer NOTE Ensure the connection is secure The cable should lock in place To remove the cable pull back on the outer cable end and carefull...

Page 9: ...p to two cartridges may be included NOTE The appearance of some components may vary Envelope Print Pad c u b i f y c o m USB Mass Storage Device Cartridges Cube Cube Glue Power Supply Power Cord Quick...

Page 10: ...to confirm your choice If you do not wish to name your Cube select SKIP to continue NOTE The abc button toggles between lowercase letters uppercase letters and numerals 3 Connect your printer to your...

Page 11: ...nnect to your network NOTE If your network is password protected your Cube will first prompt you to enter the password Once entered select the checkmark to continue NOTE The display will indicate when...

Page 12: ...ain after a few seconds NOTE Connection to a network is confirmed by a checkmark to the left of the network name If the network is secured a lock icon will appear to the right of the network name 4 Se...

Page 13: ...fy com Go to www Cubify com and select My Cubify Enter your username and password and select Login 6 Go to www cubify com en Cube NOTE Select Products 3D Printers Navigate to Cube and select LEARN MOR...

Page 14: ...ivate your printer 8 Select the checkmark to continue 9 Enter your serial number twice and select ACTIVATE NOTE Your 4 digit activation code will appear Please make note of the activation code because...

Page 15: ...into the printer and select the checkmark to continue 11 Select the checkmark to complete the registration and warranty activation process 12 Select the cartridge icon or select START to begin the pro...

Page 16: ...left material cartridge print jet into the top of the printer Rotate the print jet clockwise until the dots align NOTE As you rotate the print jet ensure the print jet cord is tucked under the top of...

Page 17: ...ting temperature the printer will prime molten material into the refuse bin 16 The cartridge has been installed Select the checkmark to continue NOTE The printer will begin to heat Wait until the prin...

Page 18: ...jet ensure the print jet cord is tucked under the top of the printer cover 19 Select the checkmark to continue 20 Mount a material cartridge on the right side of the printer and select the checkmark t...

Page 19: ...nue 22 It is recommended that Auto Level is performed prior to the first print Ensure the print pad is clean and installed properly and then select the checkmark to continue to Auto Level NOTE The pri...

Page 20: ...the instructions on the screen Use the included 1 5 mm Allen wrench to loosen the set screws securing the adjustment knobs to the bracket before turning the knobs Select the checkmark to continue You...

Page 21: ...med after performing the Auto Level procedure Ensure the print pad is clean and installed properly and then select the checkmark to continue to Auto Gap NOTE The printer will perform an automated gap...

Page 22: ...For more information refer to the section titled PRINT PAD MAINTENANCE Once the PLATE MAINTENANCE procedure has been performed perform Auto Level and Auto Gap NOTE If Auto Gap is still not successful...

Page 23: ...nt cartridges the printer will assign an installed cartridge color to the test print 27 Locate the Cube Glue 28 Apply a thin layer of Cube Glue to the print pad Select the checkmark to continue NOTE A...

Page 24: ...n to heat and then begin printing the welcome message 29 Select the checkmark to continue 30 Select the checkmark to continue NOTE You may also press and release the button next to the touchscreen dis...

Page 25: ...the scraper away from the body The scraper can cause injury if not used correctly Caution Exercise caution when using a tool to remove a part from the print pad The print pad can become damaged if the...

Page 26: ...he print pad is too shiny 1 Select PLATE MAINTENANCE 2 Using the fine grit sandpaper buff the print pad NOTE Refer to the section titled Clean The Print Pad for specific instructions NOTE Ensure the p...

Page 27: ...to the print pad gently use the scraper to remove it Refer to the User Guide for more information 5 Using the included fine grit sandpaper lightly sand the print pad left to right in 5 12 7 mm swirli...

Page 28: ...of the print and verify the quality Turn the print upside down and inspect the printing grain When the gap is optimal the bottom of the print should appear smooth and the lines should be very light a...

Page 29: ...hat the gap is too large Gap Is Too Narrow When the gap is too narrow the part may be very difficult to remove from the print pad In addition the bottom layers may break off from the rest of the part...

Page 30: ...edure NOTE The Gap Gauge is a thin polyester strip approximately 8 5 216 mm long and 1 5 38 mm wide 3 Gently slide the gap gauge back and forth between the print pad and the left print jet Using the a...

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Page 32: ...c 333 Three D Systems Circle Rock Hill SC 29730 www Cubify com 2014 3D Systems Inc All rights reserved The 3D Systems logo 3D Systems Cube and Cubify are registered trademarks of 3D Systems Inc PN 390...

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