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Finally, measure the height of Front Center component, which should be 40mm if it is not scaled.
Enter the exact measured value into the “H” box of the “Calibrate dialogue box.
Click “OK” to record all these values and exit the calibration window.
Leveling the print platform
After you have correctly calibrated your nozzle height, check that the nozzle is at the same
distance at all four corners of the print platform.
Carry out the leveling procedure without the
perfboard on!!
If it is not, you may need to adjust the platform until it is level with the nozzle at
all 4 corners. There are 3 screw and 3 springs under the platform heater.
Loosen a screw and the related corner of platform will rise. Tighten, or loosen, the screws until
you have the same gap between the nozzle and the platform at all four corners of platform.
Use the maintenance screen to move the platform to all four corners to the nozzle until it is level.
Cleaning the nozzle
After a lot of printing, the nozzle may be covered with a layer of oxidized ABS. When
the printer is printing, this oxidized ABS may melt on the nozzle, and may create
discolored spots on the model. To avoid this you need to regularly clean the nozzle.
Clean the nozzle after a print has been completed so the oxidized ABS is easier to
remove. Lower the platform to the bottom on the “Maintain” dialogue box.
Lastly, use some heat-resistant material, like 100 percent cotton cloth or soft
