Emergence PRO
™
3D Printer Manual
Revision C
/
December 2020
Page 51 of 68
Cleaning and Maintenance
Hot End Cleaning and Maintenance
It is highly recommended that a new hot end is installed every 3 to 6 months when under
heavy use. This window may be shorter if using abrasive filaments like carbon fiber. It is
recommended that the hot end be cleaned after five prints. Regular cleaning will reduce
the occurrence of clogs.
The
Cold Pull Method
is recommended for cleaning the hot ends. Refer to Section 4.5.10 for
more information.
Rail Maintenance
The
Emergence PRO™
uses linear guide rails for all axes. Maintaining these rails takes a
small amount of synthetic lubricant applied once per month. In the printer kit is a small
bottle of synthetic lubricant. To lubricate the rails:
•
Dust the rails and remove any excessive buildups of dirt or grime.
•
Apply a small amount of lubricant directly to the grooves in the rails.
•
Use the control screen to move the extruder assembly along the entire length of
each axis.
Note: The z-axis screw should also be lubricated.
Belt Maintenance
The Emergence PR
O™
uses a single belt for moving along the X-/Y-axis. While testing is
performed on the
Emergence PRO™
before shipping, it is recommended that the belt be
examined before use in case of looseness developed during shipping. In addition, it is
recommended that the belt be checked weekly for the first few weeks as the printer is
used more frequently. Eventually, the belt may be checked once a month, or as determined
necessary, as the printer is used on a more regular basis.
•
Check the belt by plucking it. The belt should resonate with a low noise and should
feel taunt but not tight.
•
To tighten the belt, locate the tensioning screws (located on the gantry). Use a 4
mm hex wrench to tighten the tensioning screws.
•
Check the belt by plucking it. Adjust the belt as necessary.
Please refer to Appendix B for a breakdown of the X-/Y-assembly.
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