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TRAK Machine Tools
Southwestern Industries, Inc.
TRAK 3ntr 3D Printers
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Maintenance & Troubleshooting Manual
6.31
Very High Temperature Hardware/Firmware Modification
Standard machines can reach 350°C: to get up to 450° you need to apply both hardware and f i rmware
upgrade. Here is the procedure:
1)
Turn OFF machine.
2)
Gain access to the motherboard area
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remove front and side panels.
3)
Be sure to have at hand the thermocouple adapter and auxiliary power supply.
Figure 6.31.1 Power Supply and Thermocouple Adapter
4)
Connect the thermocouple adapter:
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There are two connectors on the motherboard
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left is for #3 and right is for #2 (pictured is
for #2).
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Be absolutely sure that the RED lead (severed) is on the upper position. Failing to comply
will fry the board.
Figure 6.31.2 Thermocouple Adapter Connection
5)
Remove thermocouple leads from motherboard
