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Silhouette Alta Replacement Procedure

Print head replacement

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Silhouette Alta®

Print Head Replacement Procedure

Preparation

Alta machine

Used print head

Replacement unit

Tools

Needle-nose pliers

Hex wrench (M3) (included in the Alta box)

4. Remove the hose.

4.1 Push the collar down.

4.2 Pull the hose.

6. Remove the connector. Pinch the side of the connector and pull

(DO NOT PULL THE

WIRE).

Remove the print head

Remove the filament and wait for the print head to cool.

2. Remove the build plate.

3. Move the print head to the bottom of the platform. Adjust the

print head position so that it rests in the center.

5. Remove the M3 screws with the hex wrench.

Remove the joint screws (3 pieces).

7.1 Hold the nut piece in place with the needle-nose pliers.

7.2 Remove the screw with the hex wrench.

8. Remove the print head.

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Page 1 Replacement unit Tools Needle-nose pliers Hex wrench (M3) (included in the Alta box) Remove the filament and wait for the print head to cool. 2. Remove the build plate. 3. Move the print head to the bottom of the platform. Adjust the print head position so that it rests in the center.
Page 2 Silhouette Alta® Print Head Replacement Procedure Insert the new print head Determine the direction of the print head. 2. Attach the nozzle with the screw and nut. 1.1 Attach the print head so that the wire connector is facing NOTE: DO NOT TIGHTEN THE SCREW TOO TIGHTLY.