MakerBot Replicator 2X, User Manual

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SETTING UP YOUR MAkERBOT REPLICATOR 2X EXPERIMENTAL 3D PRINTER
UNPACKiNg yOUr mAKErBOT rEPLiCATOr 2X
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3a. Remove the two remaining protective
foam pieces from the bottom of the
MakerBot Replicator 2X’s box.
3b. Lift out the accessory box. This box
contains the remaining items from the
“What’s in the Box” section.
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Removing the Accessory Box 1
4a. Use strong scissors or a wire cutter to
cut the zip ties holding the gantry system
in place. Discard the zip ties and the plastic
pieces holding them in place.
NOTE: Operate scissors with care.
4b. A small plastic piece attached to the
X-axis belt and gantry rods prevents the
extruder from moving. Carefully snap the
piece off of the rods and tilt it to slide it off
of the belt.
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Freeing the Extruders