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User Manual – 2.1.1
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  • Page 1 Allevi 1 User Guide Allevi 2 User Manual – 2.1.1...
  • Page 2 B U I L D W I T H L I F E...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents WELCOME PECIFICATIONS ARNINGS GETTING STARTED ’ S IN THE LLEVI IAGRAM ETTING UP YOUR RINTER ETTING UP YOUR OFTWARE START PRINTING IRST IOPRINT TROUBLESHOOTING ROUBLESHOOTING AND MORE INFORMATION...
  • Page 4: Welcome

    Print File Type: Gcode Weight: 19 lbs (8.6 kg) Dimensions: 12 x 12 x 12 in Build Volume: 5.1 x 3.5 x 2.4 in (42.8 in 13 x 9 x 6 cm (702 cm 30.5 x 30.5 x 30.5 cm...
  • Page 5: Warnings

    • Temperature: 0 - 40°C • Humidity: 10 - 90% Warnings • The Allevi 2 includes moving parts that can cause injury. Never reach inside the printer while it is in operation. • Do not leave the printer unattended while it is in operation.
  • Page 6 • If you are working with hazardous materials, you should set up the appropriate extraction system and/or ventilation requirements. • If the equipment is used in a manner not specified by Allevi, the protection provided by the equipment may be impaired.
  • Page 7: Getting Started

    Let’s Get Started!
  • Page 8: Hats In The Ox

    WHAT’S IN THE BOX Allevi 2 Printer Online Adapter Power Adapter USB Cable Air Compressor* Compressor Hose *Air compressor arrives separately...
  • Page 9: Allevi 2 Diagram

    ALLEVI 2 DIAGRAM Air Compressor Lines Dual Extruder (Left: Extruder 1, Right: Extruder 2) Build Plate Power On/Off...
  • Page 10: Setting Up Your Printer

    1. Carefully remove your printer from the packaging by grasping the printer frame firmly with both hands. 2. Use the power cable to connect the printer to a power supply via the port located on the right side of the printer (labelled Step 2).
  • Page 11: Setting Up Your Software

    Google Chrome or Firefox, but Safari and Edge are also acceptable. 2. Login to the software. To set up an account, click ‘Create an account.’ 3. To register your printer, scroll down in your printer list and click ‘Add printer.’...
  • Page 12 4. Type in your device serial number and click ‘Add printer.’ Your serial number can be found on the back of your printer or in your onboarding email from the Allevi Support Team. 5. Once your printer is registered, it will appear as an available printer in your printer list.
  • Page 13 6. To connect your Allevi bioprinter to the Internet, open your WiFi settings, and look for a network called “Allevi WiFi Connect.” After connecting to it, the WiFi Dashboard should pop up automatically. If it does not, go to 192.168.42.1 in your browser.
  • Page 14: Start Printing

    Let’s Start Printing!
  • Page 15: Your First Bioprint

    NOTE: Upon start up, your printer will automatically home your Z and X/Y axes. Makes sure the printer is clear of any loose materials. 2. This will bring you to your printer Status section. Here you can get an overview of your print settings.
  • Page 16 3. The next section is your Current Print section. You can either upload STL or gcode files. If you upload an STL, you can modify the Allevi Online Slicer settings. 4. Next, choose your dish in the Build Plate section. For wellplates, print files will...
  • Page 17 5. The Extruder section allows you to move and calibrate your extruders. a. To calibrate the printer, open the jog panel: i. Click the origin button under the X/Y controls. This will center your first extruder over your chosen build plate. ii.
  • Page 18 7. In the Crosslinking section, there are three main settings: Always On, During Print, and Post Print. They use variables such as light intensity, layer frequency, and duration. For photocurable bioinks, the Allevi 2 offers either UV or Visible light crosslinking, depending on your purchase.
  • Page 19 8. Once you’ve loaded a print file and calibrated both extruders, you can click ‘Print’ to start building with life!
  • Page 20: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING AND MORE INFORMATION When you buy an Allevi bioprinter, you’re not just getting a biofabrication platform; you’re gaining the Allevi Advantage, which is all the experience and expertise Allevi has to offer. We regularly write and publish new protocols, product guides, and support articles on our website to help you be more successful with bioprinting.
  • Page 21 Allevi, Inc | 3401 Grays Ferry Ave | Building 197 | Philadelphia PA | 19146 Copyright Allevi, Inc 2020...