First Print - Type A Machines 1 series Setup Manual

TYPE A MACHINES
SERIES 1
PRINT
Check the Platform Home Position
The "home position" is the vertical location to
which the platform moves at the start of a print.
You should check this prior to each print.
If the needle is too near the platform, filament
extrusion may be blocked. If the needle is too far
from the platform, filament may not adhere.
When set properly, a sliver of light should be
visible between the clean tip of the needle and
the platform. See below.
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Adjust the Platform Home Position
• To adjust the home position, turn
the black knob a ¼ turn at a time.
Turning Clockwise lowers the platform,
increasing the distance from the extruder.
Turning Counterclockwise raises the platform,
decreasing the distance from the extruder.
• Press the Platform Home button in the Printer
Interface and the platform will move to this
new home setting.
• Check the home position after each adjustment
and repeat until it is in the right position.
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Prepare the Build Surface
• Apply a thin layer of glue stick to the platform to
help material adhere consistently.

First Print

The cone model will print in about 15 minutes.
The bed will not heat for this print.
• Locate the file "FirstPrintCone.gcode" in the
"Files" tab of the Series 1 interface.
• Click the "Printer" icon to the right of the file.
This will start printing the model.
• Pay attention to the first few layers to ensure
filament adheres to the bed. If not, verify the
bed alignment and home position are correct.
The temperature of the extruder and heated bed
can be monitored in the "Temperature" tab.
When complete, use the included spatula to
remove the print. Be careful not to put pressure
on the platform as this can affect alignment.
Do More with Your Series 1
Get more information, visit our forum,
and learn more about your new printer.
Cura Type A
Download Cura Type A for free
to prepare your own models to print.
Introduce Yourself to New Materials
Visit our web store for exclusive filaments.
Find all that and more at:
www.typeamachines.com/gettingstarted
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