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Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Manual
Covers Current Models:
• 3ntr A2v4
• 3ntr A4v4
• MMS v2
2615 Homestead Place
Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220-5610 USA
T | 310.608.4422 | F | 310.764.2668
Service Department: 800.367.3165
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Document: P/N 32240
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  • Page 1 TRAK 3ntr 3D Printers ® Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Manual Document: P/N 32240 Version: 122220 Covers Current Models: • 3ntr A2v4 • 3ntr A4v4 • MMS v2 2615 Homestead Place Rancho Dominguez, CA 90220-5610 USA T | 310.608.4422 | F | 310.764.2668 Service Department: 800.367.3165...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Safety Specifications ....................... 2 Safety Publications ......................... 2 Safety Labels & Notices as Used in this Manual ................ 2 Safety Precautions ......................... 3 3ntr Installation & Training Checklist ................4 Site Preparation & Requirements ..................8 Machine Specifications ......................8 3.1.1 Build Volume Configurations ....................
  • Page 3 Without an MMS ........................89 5.4.2.2 With an MMS ........................89 5.4.3 Verify Filament Feed Path is Clear .................. 89 5.4.4 Turn HEPA Filter On ...................... 89 TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 4 5.6.2 Wipe Build Plate with Alcohol ..................93 5.6.3 Turn HEPA Filter Off ...................... 93 Post Processing ........................93 TRAK Warranty Policy ......................94 TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 5: Machine Model & Serial Number

    KISSlicer Product Key #2: ____________________________ Computer Name / Location: ___________________________ KISSlicer Product Key #3: ____________________________ Computer Name / Location: ___________________________ Buytrakparts.com Login Credentials Login: ____________________________ Password: ____________________________ TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 6: Safety Specifications

    Safety Specifications The safe operation of the TRAK 3ntr 3D printer and MMS depends on its proper use and the precautions taken by each operator. • Read and study the TRAK 3ntr 3D printer and MMS manuals. Be certain that every operator understands the operation and safety requirements of this machine before its use.

  • Page 7: Safety Precautions

    Ask your supervisor or a qualified instructor for help when needed. • The 3ntr A2 / A4 generate high temperatures and hot moving parts. Allow the printer to cool before reaching inside. The printer bed, printer surface plate, printed part, extruders/nozzles, and other printer interior components can reach very high temperatures and cause serious burns.

  • Page 8: 3Ntr Installation & Training Checklist

    3ntr Installation & Training Checklist This checklist is used by our Field Service Technicians in order to ensure that all installation steps are completed, and to ensure all in-person training topics are covered. Day 1 – Installation Check Steps 1. Site Preparation & Requirements a.
  • Page 9 (if applicable) c. Review KISSlicer – Basic Operations & slice parts d. Add G-Code to SD Card or Print Server 5. Follow Basic Printing Checklist TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 10 3. Post Processing a. Support Removal b. Additional Post Processing 4. Repetier Overview (if applicable) 5. Following Printing Checklist for Benchmark Part # 2 TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 11 2. Get print server set up on the network 3. Set up conference call to follow up on Benchmark Part #2 results applicable) Additional Comments Product ID(s): TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 12: Site Preparation & Requirements

    266 °F Temperature 130 °C 110 °C 130 °C Max Heated Chamber 194 °F 176 °F 194 °F Temperature 90 °C 80 °C 90 °C TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 13: Build Volume Configurations

    Hard Disk Space 250 MB 1 GB + 2.5 Ghz dual-core & up *Slicing is multi-core, the more the Core Processor 2.0Ghz single-core better TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 14: Floor Plan, Layout & Space Requirements

    Always maintain a 24” clearance in order to access the printer for maintenance. If performing maintenance while printer is powered on, please see your local regulations on how much clearance you must provide. 3.3.1 A2 Printer TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 15: A4 Printer

    3.3.2 A4 Printer TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 16: Material Management System (Mms)

    3.3.3 Material Management System (MMS) TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 17: Electrical Requirements

    220 / 230 VAC – AC Input 110 / 120 – 10A TRAK supplies you with one of two plugs, depending on whether you ordered a printer that runs on 110v or 220v. Supplied by TRAK for 220v Supplied by TRAK for 110v For 220v devices, the customer is responsible for providing the L14-20R socket prior to the installation.

  • Page 18: Installation Process

    Always place the printer onto a shipping pallet before using a fork truck or fork pallet. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 19: General Packing List

    Suggested Items for MMS Allen Wrench Set TRAK recommends having the following items Pick/Hook Set - Kit of 4 handy when you order an MMS. TRAK does not sell Brass Wire Brush these items. Cutter 5" Long Oven for Desiccant Drying...

  • Page 20: A2/A4 3Ntr 3D Printers

    A2/A4 3ntr 3D Printers Once you are satisfied with the placement of your printer/MMS, and have made sure everything in your packing list has been received, it’s time to go over setting up the printer, print server and MMS, if applicable.

  • Page 21: Front View

    Push the E-Stop button if you need to stop the printer immediately in the event of an emergency. • You can also use it to turn the printer ON/OFF. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 22 Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs). Enclosures for 3D printing are used for safety. There are moving parts and heating elements that you will want to protect yourself from. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 23: Rear View

    3. Coolant Reservoir • Holds the coolant, which can come in red, clear or blue. The coolant helps control the nozzle temperature, optimizing your print quality. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 24 The Spool Holders (3) are mounted to back of the printer and hold the Filament Spools. • If you purchased an MMS, you can use these as additional spool holders! TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 25 Power inlet where you would plug in your Printer Power cord. • The printer will source its power from the MMS directly. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 26: Internal View

    This allows for precise height setting. Once homed, the sensor arm retracts to allow for printing. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 27: Installing The Spool Holder To The Back Of The Printer

    4. Using the provided Allen wrench, tighten the screw into place. 5. Once tightened, you can now load a spool of filament on your spool holder! TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 28: Connecting The Cables, Powering On (Printer Only)

    6. You are now ready to power on! 7. Flip the power switch ON. 8. Turn the E-Stop button clockwise to power on the printer. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 29: Lcd Display Overview

    Cooldown - This function is typically used when performing maintenance, in order to cool down the nozzles back to room temperature. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 30 • Statistics - Displays the print time elapsed and amount of filament extruded. ( section) Time elapsed Amount of filament extruded TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 31: Operation Checks

    When using the Auto home operation, always make sure the z-sensor arm swings out over the build plate. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 32: Cooldown

    Auto-Home function. NOTE – When steppers are disabled, always keep an eye on the nozzle height, or you could potentially scratch the build plate. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 33: Raspberry Pi Print Server

    Raspberry Pi Print Server. The print server will let you control and send files to your printer remotely. This is an optional feature when working with 3ntr 3D Printers, so if you choose to not remotely control your printer, feel free to skip this section and go onto the External HEPA Filter section.

  • Page 34: Rear / Bottom View

    2. Connect the cables as shown. a. USB Receiver for Wireless Mouse & Keyboard b. USB for Web camera c. USB to Printer Port cable a. Ethernet Cable TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 35 Turn on your Print Server - Server has a power switch on the power cord for you to power on and off. 12. Turn on your LCD Monitor. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 36 If you do not see your printer on the dashboard, or if the page is blank, try refreshing the page and/or pressing the home button. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 37: External Hepa Filter

    External HEPA Filter A HEPA filter is required to reduce UFP’s and VOC’s that you may be exposed to. If you did not purchase an MMS, then TRAK will provide you with an external HEPA filter with your purchase. Technical Data...

  • Page 38: Placement

    STOP! If you did not order an MMS, please skip the following sections: • Material Management System (MMS) • OnLogic Print Server TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 39: Material Management System (Mms)

    6 spools of material. 4.6.1 Orientation, Controls & Functions In this section, you will learn about the MMS controls and functions. 4.6.1.1 Front View & Side View TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 40 (from 4kg to 500g spools), any three of which are fed to the printer TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 41: Rear View

    7. Door Handle • The door handle provides access to the front side of the MMS cabinet. 4.6.1.2 Rear View TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 42 6. Strain Relief Flex Collars • These collars hold the Filament Feeder Guides (white tubes) in place. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 43: Inside View

    The MMS provides power for the Print Server within the cabinet. 3. Spool Holder & Pin • Holds the Spool on the Spool Holder Bracket. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 44: Installing Desiccant Cannister Holders

    MMS under control. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 45: Installing Strain Relief Flex Collars & Bowden Tubes

    6. Once the tubes are inserted, leave them about 2-3” inside the MMS. 7. Your Bowden Tubes are now installed! TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 46: Connecting The Hepa Filter Tube

    5. Grab the power cord that goes from the MMS to the 220v receptacle (L14-20R). 6. Plug one end of the power cord to the lower end of the MMS. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 47 11. Now you’re ready to start powering on the printer and MMS! 12. Flip the power switch ON, on the Printer. 13. Turn the E-Stop button clockwise to power on the printer. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 48: Lcd Display And Menu Overview

    This menu contains the following options: • Set Machine ID • Zero all channels - zero the cabinet • Calibrate all channels - calibrate the cabinet • Resume TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 49: Touch Calibration

    When the MMS is initially powered up, a Touch Calibration must be completed. Simply place your finger over the blue dots on the screen, when prompted to do so. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 50: Zeroing The Cabinet

    2. Go to the MMS LCD Screen and press “Sys”. 3. Press “Calibrate All Channels” NOTE – Each spool holder bracket is a “Channel”. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 51 9. Press “Resume” once all the channels are calibrated. 10. Press “Confirm Save” to save calibration. 11. You are now ready to load the MMS! TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 52: Setting The Box Temp

    Temp. 2. Enter the desired cabinet temperature. In this example, we entered 35.0°C. 3. Press Enter. 4. You have now set your Box Temp! TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 53: Onlogic Print Server

    Wall, DIN, VESA-75/100. (Additional mounting hardware required) 4.7.1 Orientation, Controls & Functions 4.7.1.1 Front View Description 1. Power Button 2. Additional USB-C 3. Additional USB 3.0 4. Headphone Jack TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 54: Rear View

    You were provided two ethernet cables. Take one of them and: 19. Connect one end of the ethernet cable to the back of the Print Server. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 55 USB cable. Take one end and connect it to the inside of the MMS. 28. Connect the other end to the back of the Print Server. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 56 37. Connect the USB end to the back of the MMS. You were provided a male-to-male USB cord. 38. Connect one of the ends to the USB port inside of the MMS. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 57 47. Go to the next tab over on the web browser to get to the MMS Dashboard. For more information on the Repetier Server Dashboard or MMS Dashboard, see sections 4.8 and 4.9. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 58: Repetier Server Overview

    CPU throttling and the CPU temperature. If there have been problems in the past, the icon is yellow, for current problems it is red. Undervoltage and CPU throttling can cause problems. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 59: Dashboard

    6. Connection Status – Shows you the current status of the printer. Color statuses: • Green=online TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 60: Printer Control / Management

    10. Console Tab – Not recommended for use – Lets you send commands directly and instantly to the printer 11. Webcam Tab – Lets you see the live feed from the webcam. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 61: Print Tab

    Information Menu – Provides general and/or geometric information about the part. c. Delete Part – Once deleted, there is no way to recover the deleted file. Use with caution. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 62: Mms Dashboard

    Takes you to your MMS Summary page. 3. Diagram of the nozzle from the back of the printer. Feeder 3, Feeder 2, Feeder 1 in order from left to right. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 63 You may select the material diameter, so you remember the printer configuration. Nozzle Type You may select the nozzle type, so you remember the printer configuration. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 64: Mms Summary

    4.9.1 MMS Summary The MMS Summary is where you can find a summary of your nozzles and reel setup. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 65 TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 66: Printing

    Printing Printing parts with your new TRAK 3ntr A2/A4 3D Printer is simple and easy! This section details the 3ntr 3D Printing process. Feel free to print this page out and post it on a wall next to your printer, so you...

  • Page 67: Pre-Printing Steps

    Before you start a new print, always check the last time maintenance was performed, and perform any of the tasks that are due. TRAK provides a maintenance schedule on our website and later in this manual. We encourage users to print it out and keep track of their routine maintenance.
  • Page 68 10. Thread the Filament Tip to the spool to which could lead to knots avoid de-coiling, and print failures. 11. Unlock and remove the Locking Collar. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 69 18. Feed the Filament into the Feeder Unit until it reaches the Extruder. Upon initial insertion, there may be slight resistance, push past this and keep going until you reach the Extruder. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 70: Unloading Filament

    2. Press the black Jog Wheel button to go to the Main Menu. 3. Then go to: Prepare Menu > Unload Prepare Menu Filament TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 71 12. Unlock and remove the Locking Collar. 13. Remove the Spool from the Spool Holder. 14. Replace the Locking Collar. 15. You have unloaded your filament! TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 72: Loading Filament

    6. Push the Feeder Handle down (to disengage the Feeder Mechanism) You may use the Locking Tab to lock the Feeder Mechanism in the pushed down position. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 73 14. The Status Line will display “Purging #_” as it purges some filament. Status Line 15. The Status Line will display “Purge #_ Completed”, once the purge is complete. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 74: With Mms

    Feeder Mechanism) You may use the Locking Tab to lock the Feeder Mechanism in the pushed down position. Back of the MMS: TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 75 22. Release the Feeder Handle (to engage the Feeder Mechanism). If you used the Locking Tab, release the tab to release the Feeder Handle. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 76: Unloading Filament

    245⁰C. Status Line 5. The Status Line will display “Unloading #_” as it purges some filament, and then retracts the filament. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 77 NOTE - Cannot leave an extruder without filament, even if you don’t use it. Or else you will encounter the $ error on the LCD. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 78: Loading Filament

    MMS Feeders / Strain Relief Flex Collars. Leave it about 2” inside the MMS. 4. Connect the Filament Feeder Guides to the Feeder Unit. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 79 On the LCD Screen: 12. Before loading filament, always check that there is enough clearance (about 50mm) between the nozzle and the build plate. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 80: Nozzle Cleaning Operation

    Running the Nozzle Cleaning operation a few times will help remove the left-over material. Sample of multiple cleaning cycle operations being completed TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 81 From the LCD: 5. Before changing filament, always check that there is enough clearance (about 50mm) between the nozzle and the build plate before starting. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 82 16. Push the Feeder Handle down (to disengage the Feeder Mechanism) You may use the Locking Tab to lock the Feeder Mechanism in the pushed down position. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 83: Nozzle Changes

    3. Using the Move Axis function, move the Z – Axis about 200mm down. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 84 0.00mm when placed under nozzle #1. 12. Make sure the MicroSD card with the pre- installed programs is inserted to the back of the printer. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 85 2. Remove the top cover from the printer for better access to the extruder assembly and print head. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 86 Adapter Bracket to move the nozzle down. NOTE – You may need to push down on the Tube Adapter. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 87 Feel free to run the Z_Comparison.gcode file again, if you would like to ensure the heights are within tolerance. 15. Remove the Dial Indicator. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 88 Service > Z_Offset_Ext1.gcode Service Folder The Z offset calibration print takes approximately 20 minutes to print, and should look similar to the image on the right. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 89 Hardware Menu. Hardware Menu 7. Scroll down to the bottom and select “Save”. 8. Select “save” again. 9. Your Z Offset is now set! TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 90 Service > XY_Ext_2+3.gcode Service Folder The XY calibration print takes approximately 42 minutes to print and should look similar to the image on the right. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 91 The large bumps on the print are zeroes. As you move down / left, the numbers go in the negative direction. As you move up/right, they move in the positive direction. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 92 22. You have now completed the XY Calibration Check! You can now unload the ABS/ASA if you are printing with another material, and load the material you wish to print with. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 93: Basic Setup Steps

    5.4.4.1 Without an MMS In order to assure the safety of our customers, TRAK provides a standalone HEPA filter even if you do not purchase an MMS. It is not integrated into the printer; therefore, it requires its own installation process (but it is quite simple!) 5.4.4.2...

  • Page 94: Purge Procedure

    Completed”, once the purge is complete. 7. Remove the purged filament. Good purge: Straight, smooth and consistent 8. Your nozzle is now ready to use! TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 95: Printing

    NOTE - All G-Codes are stored in groups, so that related objects can be managed clearly in a separate group. If no group is TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...
  • Page 96 G-Code or copy to a project. 9. To print, hit the “Print” button labeled a in the image. 10. You are now printing your part! TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 97: Post Printing

    You may choose other types of post-processing, which include sanding, gluing, painting and inserts. Specific procedures and steps depend on your individual part needs and requirements; therefore, we have not included any procedures. TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc. 32240 - Printer and MMS - Installation & Printing Guide...

  • Page 98: Trak Warranty Policy

    TRAK Machine Tools Southwestern Industries, Inc TRAK Warranty Policy Warranty TRAK products are warranted to the original purchaser to be free from defects in workmanship and materials for the following periods: Product Warranty Period New TRAK/ProtoTRAK 1 Year New 3ntr...

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