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Using the feeder in the right way and keeping it clean is important for a good extrusion. These are tips to maintain the
feeder.
FEEDER TENSION
In order to guide the filament properly through the feeder into the bowden tube and print head, it is important that the
tension on the feeder is set correctly. If the tension is too high, it means that the knurled wheel of the feeder will dig into
the filament, through which it flattens or gets stuck. This is called grinding.
To prevent grinding of the filament, ensure that the white insert clip at the right side of the feeder is set in the middle.
THE FEEDER
