MakerBot Replicator 2X, Troubleshooting And Maintenance

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PRINTING ISSUES
INTRODUCTION
5 TROUBLESHOOTING
OBJECTS DO NOT STICK TO THE
BUILD PLATE
If printed objects are not sticking to the
build plate, try these solutions:
• Re-level your build plate by going to the
LCD menu and navigating to Utilities
> Level Build Plate. Inconsistent plate
height will lead to inconsistent adhesion.
If any one part of your object does not
adhere well to the plate, the whole object
might peel off the plate. Try leveling the
plate again using a thinner piece of paper
or feeler gauge to check the distance
between the nozzle and the build plate.
• Ensure that the plate is clean. Bubbles,
scratches, dust, and oil from your hands
can prevent objects from sticking to the
Kapton tape. Wipe down the build plate
with a clean, lint-free cloth.
• Increase the temperature of the build
plate by five degrees. You can change
the temperature of the build plate in the
Advanced Options section in the Make
dialog in MakerWare.
• If you continue to have adhesion problems,
loosen each of the plate-leveling knobs
about a quarter of a turn to bring the plate
slightly closer to the nozzles.
OBJECTS ARE DIFFICULT TO REMOVE
FROM THE BUILD PLATE
If printed objects are difficult to remove
from the build plate, try these solutions:
• Wait for the build plate to cool down.
Objects will detach more easily when
both the plastic and the plate are cool.
• Use a metal craft spatula and carefully
work the blade under the edge of the
object. When the blade is under the
object, twist the handle slightly. The
object should come free.
This Troubleshooting and Maintenance Guide is designed as a companion
to your MakerBot Replicator 2X User Guide. In the first section you will
find troubleshooting solutions to common problems you may come
across when using your Makerbot Replicator 2X. In the second section
we explain several methods for keeping your MakerBot Replicator 2X well
maintained. Referring to this guide will help ensure that you continue to
make amazing things with your MakerBot Replicator 2X.