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  • Page 1 START HERE...
  • Page 2 ®...
  • Page 3 TAZ Pro S Printer. This Quick Start Guide will familiarize you with ® the proper use and operation of your LulzBot TAZ Pro S. By the time you finish, you will have completed a calibration test on your new printer.
  • Page 4 LulzBot TAZ Pro S Key Components USB Flash Drive Port Color Touch Screen Tool Head Power Switch USB Port (back) AC Power Port (back) Aluminum Frame LulzBot TAZ Pro S...
  • Page 5 Extruder 2 Filament Holder* Modular Print Bed Cartesian Coordinate System Automatic Calibration Cube The LulzBot TAZ Pro S can move on three linear axes: X, Y, and Z. * Optional Pro Dual Extruder available at LulzBot.com LulzBot TAZ Pro S...
  • Page 6 Tool Head Key Components Tool Head Cover Quick Release Lever Filament Tension Knob Filament Gear Door Part Cooling Fan Extruder Heat Sink Extruder Heat Sink Fan Part Cooling Fan Shroud Extruder Heater Block Extruder Nozzle LulzBot TAZ Pro S...
  • Page 7 Filament Path Your LulzBot TAZ Pro S M175 Extruder automatically Quick Release Lever calibrates in three ways: using the washers at each corner of the modular print bed system, Filament Tension Knob the automatic calibration cube, and by leveling the X-axis gantry before each print.
  • Page 8 Unpack your LulzBot TAZ Pro S Desktop 3D Printer Place printer box on its side and carefully open the top of the box. Use the two black straps wrapped around the printer to remove it from the box. Once it has been removed, open the straps by pulling on the tabs.
  • Page 9 Packing List have been removed from the box. Save all of the provided packaging materials and box! In the case that warranty service is needed, the 3D printer must be shipped in its original packaging. LulzBot TAZ Pro S...
  • Page 10 Lift the Y-axis assembly out of the lower foam, then lower the bed and remove it from the printer frame. Once the modular print bed is clear, lift the printer from the final piece of packaging foam. LulzBot TAZ Pro S...
  • Page 11 Assemble your LulzBot TAZ Pro S Desktop 3D Printer The operating area for your LulzBot TAZ Pro S is 32.76 inches Move the Y-axis cable chain by 28 inches (83.2 cm by 72 cm). Place your printer in an area with into place by grasping the base of enough space to function without encountering any obstructions.
  • Page 12 Unscrew and save the four (4) Place the Y-axis assembly on Slide the modular print bed thumbscrews from the mounting the frame with the LulzBot logo to the back and screw in the front brackets. on the front right corner of the two thumbscrews until they are modular print bed.
  • Page 13 Connect the Y-axis stepper motor to the wiring harness by first joining the black connectors , followed by plugging the white connector into the stepper motor. LulzBot TAZ Pro S | 11...
  • Page 14 , then the large heater connection Once all connections are in place, locate the bed power harness retention clip in your tool bag. Press the two prongs of the clip into the two holes on the heater connection. LulzBot TAZ Pro S 12 |...
  • Page 15 Turn the 4mm hex key counter-clockwise until you feel the threads seat (to prevent stripping the threads), then while holding the cable chain level, turn the 4mm hex key clockwise to screw on the cable chain. Captive Inset Screw LulzBot TAZ Pro S | 13...
  • Page 16 X-axis. Make sure the print area is free of obstructions. This process also completes before each print. 3.11 3.10 Verify that the power switch on the front of the TAZ Pro S is in the OFF position. 3.10 3.11 Plug in the included USB cable, connecting the TAZ Pro S to a computer.
  • Page 17 Expert help and advice is available at LulzBot.com/Support. The LulzBot TAZ Pro S is compatible with Cura LulzBot Edition version 3.6.22 and later. If you have an older version of Cura LulzBot Edition installed, you will need to download the latest version at LulzBot.com/Cura in order to use your LulzBot TAZ Pro S.
  • Page 18 LulzBot Edition is now ready for use with your LulzBot TAZ Pro S. New firmware is continuously being developed to add new functionality and ensure your LulzBot TAZ Pro S is creating the best quality prints. With the USB cable connected to your printer and a computer with Cura LulzBot Edition installed, update the printer firmware by clicking the Settings drop-down menu and selecting Printer, then Manage Printers.
  • Page 19 PLA sample filament for your first print. Filament is the term for the materials your LulzBot TAZ Pro S uses to 3D print objects. The included sample filament, PLA, is made from natural renewable resources. PLA and other types of filament can be purchased at LulzBot.com/filament.
  • Page 20 In the Prepare sidebar on the right side of the screen, confirm that Standard PLA (3D_Fuel) is selected for Material and Standard is selected for the Profile to be used for printing. LulzBot TAZ Pro S 18 |...
  • Page 21 Preparing your LulzBot TAZ Pro S to Print Your LulzBot TAZ Pro S was tested for quality assurance before being packaged. You will need to remove the remaining filament left in the tool head from this process before loading new filament for your next print. Follow these steps below to remove or change the filament.
  • Page 22 HOT SURFACE BURN HAZARD. CONTACT MAY CAUSE BURN. DO NOT TOUCH THE HOT END. The hot end on the extruder is now heating up to 180°C (356°F) and can burn your skin if you touch it. LulzBot TAZ Pro S 20 |...
  • Page 23 Unload column to start retracting filament. Once the filament stops moving, pull it out of the idler. Press the Continuous button again to stop the extruder. The hot end is heated to 180°C (356°F) and can burn your skin. LulzBot TAZ Pro S | 21...
  • Page 24 Use the included 4mm hex key to loosen the screw at the base of the filament holder, move it to the appropriate position, and re-tighten. LulzBot TAZ Pro S 22 |...
  • Page 25 Obtain the clear filament feed guide tube for 1.75mm filament from the additional contents you removed from the box earlier. Insert the larger end of the feed guide into the top of the LulzBot Green filament sensor marked 1. (Keep the other two included 2.85mm guide tubes in a safe place for future use with the optional Pro Dual Extruder.)
  • Page 26 Pro Dual Extruder option. Note that Sensor 1 is used when your TAZ Pro S is equipped with a single extrusion tool head. Filament sensors 1 and 2 correspond to Extruder 1 and Extruder 2 on Dual Head equipped models of the TAZ Pro. Each filament sensor must go to the correct extruder in order for your TAZ Pro S to function properly.
  • Page 27 5.4. Filament feeds down this path and into the hot end for printing. Filament Feed Path Filament Tension Knob The hot end is still heated to 180°C (356°F) and can burn your skin. LulzBot TAZ Pro S | 25...
  • Page 28 Turn Counterclockwise: tight. potentially cause jamming in • 1 to 2 full turns for PLA, ABS, the extruder. and other hard filament. • 3 to 4 full turns for NinjaFlex, Nylon, and other flexible filament. LulzBot TAZ Pro S 26 |...
  • Page 29 The filament must be inserted into the dual hob gears for filament to extrude properly. If 45° it is difficult to feed filament into the filament feed path, trimming the filament at a 45° angle may help. LulzBot TAZ Pro S | 27...
  • Page 30 After removing filament, a small residual amount remains in the hot end that needs to be cleared out through the process of purging as detailed above. This purging process helps to remove any residual material left in the hot end. LulzBot TAZ Pro S 28 |...
  • Page 31 Cura will automatically begin implementing the changes, also known as re-slicing. The X-Axis gantry may shift after your 3D printer is powered off. Every time the LulzBot TAZ Pro S powers on, it will attempt to auto-home. Verify that the X-axis and print bed are clear before turning your machine on. Failure to do so could result in damage to the printer or other equipment.
  • Page 32 Before starting a print, check that your printer is ready. The hot end is still hot, use caution: • Confirm that all packaging has been removed from your LulzBot TAZ Pro S • Verify that the 3D printer is in a well-ventilated area, on a flat and level surface, and has 30cm (12in) clearance in all directions.
  • Page 33 Click the Connect button under Manual Control to connect to the LulzBot TAZ Pro S. Once connected, the top status bar will change from USB device available to Connected via USB and the current hot end and print bed temperatures will be displayed.
  • Page 34 Depending on ambient temperature, this can take one to three minutes. Always watch your LulzBot TAZ Pro S start the printing process to visually ensure proper functionality. Ensure material is adhering to...
  • Page 35 Once the hot end reaches its wiping temperature, the tool head will move to the wiper pad, cleaning the nozzle of residual filament. After the nozzle has been cleaned, your LulzBot TAZ Pro S will heat to probing temperature and conduct an automated self-leveling sequence by touching each of the four bed corners.
  • Page 36 After your LulzBot TAZ Pro S is finished 3D printing, the tool head and print bed will automatically move into the cooling position with the tool head in the top left of the build area and the print bed fully in the back position.
  • Page 37 If using a sharp object, exercise caution when using it. The blade can cut, gouge, or cause other damage to the print surface. Caution should also be exercised to avoid causing personal injury during the print removal process. Avoid prying prints up and away from the bed. LulzBot TAZ Pro S | 35...
  • Page 38 Now that your first print is complete, your TAZ Pro S is ready to go to work! For more projects, ideas, and ready-to-print models, visit download.lulzbot.com/3D_Models/. LulzBot TAZ Pro S 36 |...

  • Page 39: Maintenance And Care

    When changing filament, choose a temperature that splits the difference between the two required printing temperatures. The chart on the next page lists printing temperatures for some of the most popular filament available for your LulzBot TAZ Pro S.
  • Page 40 PolyCast Isopropyl alcohol wipe Your LulzBot TAZ Pro S Desktop 3D Printer is capable of printing advanced and expert level 1.75 mm filament materials including: PLA, ABS, TPU, PC-ABS, Polycarbonate, PVA, and more. In addition, new materials are frequently being added to our catalog, each thoroughly tested to develop the profiles included in Cura LulzBot Edition.
  • Page 41 LCD Controller and USB Flash Drive Printing Your LulzBot TAZ Pro S can be operated without a USB connection to a computer by using the LCD Controller and included USB Flash Drive. Once a .gcode file is saved to the included USB flash drive, plug it into the port located on the top of the electrical box, press the USB Drive button from the Main Menu, and select the model you want to print.
  • Page 42 Adhesion to your LulzBot TAZ Pro S modular heated print bed is the foundation of a great 3D print. The bed can be used in three supported configurations: PEI, PEI with glue stick, or plain glass. Your LulzBot TAZ Pro S ships with the PEI surface facing up since it’s the most commonly used print surface.
  • Page 43 The wiping pad is reversible and replaceable. To remove a pad, pry up on it with the dental pick or tweezers from the supplied LulzBot TAZ tool kit. Then, either flip the pad over (if the other side is unused) or replace the pad with one of the spares included in the tool kit. Wiper Pads need to be replaced periodically and are considered a consumable item.
  • Page 44 205°C (401°F) and then carefully wiping the affected areas using on your tool head. Metal will short the the maroon Scotch-Brite ™ scrubbing pad from your TAZ Pro S tool kit. self leveling function and can blow an internal fuse or damage your printer.
  • Page 45 Notes...
  • Page 46 Grow With Your LulzBot TAZ Pro S Desktop 3D Printer Your LulzBot TAZ Pro S is capable of printing with a wide selection of tool heads in both 1.75mm and 2.85mm from LulzBot’s Universal Tool Head System, including the original 2.85mm TAZ Pro Dual Extruder. Let your TAZ Pro S grow with your printing needs.
  • Page 47 LulzBot TAZ Pro S Quick Start Guide v.1.0 (11/02/2020) ® CC BY-SA 4.0 International LulzBot 2020 LulzBot is a Registered Trademark of FAME 3D, LLC. ®...
  • Page 48 DC-MN0021 - 11/02/2020...

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