You Really Do Want to Read the Directions
Hey, we get it. You just got your new enclosure kit and want to start using it as fast as possible. How
hard can inserting a few plastic or wood panels possibly be? Its not really that hard, assuming you’re
following the directions, but try to use brute force and you’ll end up working your way through your
vocabulary of swear words. While the acrylic pieces in the kit are strong and di
ffi
cult to harm
accidentally, they are still plastic and will break if bent far enough. The ghosts of the broken panels that
have gone before you have become much stronger than you could ever imagine, and are whispering into
your ear, “just be a little careful”.
Before you Start
Is your FT-5 Customized?
If your FT-5 is stock then no customization is needed. If you have customized the printer, you
should examine any modifications to make sure they don't block the 20x20 slots where the
panels will go OR change the size required. Common customizations include idlers and end
stops.
If part of one of the panels is blocked, you'll need to use a jigsaw (or equivalent) to
customization one or more panels so they can be inserted.
This should be done before
removing the plastic or paper covers on the acrylic panels. Cutting acrylic requires great
care as the plastic is prone to crack if mishandled.
Preparing the Printer
The instructions assume your printer is already assembled. If the printer has not yet been
assembled, inserting the panels as you assemble the printer is much easier as this can be
done during the assembly process.
Remove any filament from the hot end (will require heating the hot end) and remove the
filament spool from the spool holder.
Turn the printer o
ff
and unplug the power cable from the FT-5’s power supply.
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