MakerBot Replicator 2X, Troubleshooting And Maintenance

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MakerBot executes an alignment script
on every MakerBot Replicator 2X before
shipping. However, if plastic coming from the
two extruders does not appear to be aligned
correctly during dual extrusion prints, you
can run the alignment script again at home.
1. Make sure filament is loaded into
both extruders.
2. To start the nozzle alignment script, go
to the LCD menu and navigate to Utilities >
Calibrate Nozzles.
3. The MakerBot Replicator 2X will heat the
build plate and extruders and then print a
test print for aligning the nozzles.
First, one extruder prints a series of
straight lines parallel to the front of the
build platform, starting at the front left
corner of the platform and extending to
the back left corner of the platform. The
other extruder then prints a second series
of lines, perpendicular to the front of the
build platform and starting at the center of
the platform and extending to the left. The
second extruder then prints a line alongside
each line printed by the first extruder.
4. When the test print has completed, you
will see two sets of lines. Each set includes
two sets of 13 parallel lines, one set printed
by each extruder. [Fig. 1.4]
After the test print is completed, the LCD
menu will provide new instructions and
prompt you for input.
MISALIGNED NOZZLES
Fig. 1.4