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Open the box, take out the user manual and the USB flash disk. Remove the foam. Lift the printer and put it on the desk, then take Finder 3 out of the plastic bag. Remove the top foam, there should be a power cable included.
1.2 Kit Contents CN/EN-A01 Finder 3 发现者3 用户使用手册 USER GUIDE 中文P20 This guide is only applicable to FLASHFORGE Finder 3 3D printer 本手册仅适用于闪铸科技 发现者3 3D打印机 3D Printer Power Cable Filament User Guide Material Rack Nozzle USB Flash Disk Remove Tool...
第一章 设备简介 Chapter 2 Preparation for Printing 2.1 Assemble filament Install the material rack on the back of printer. Press the handle Insert the filament into the intake, pull out the PTFE tube from extruder; Then press the handle to push filament into filament feeding roller.
2.2 Build Plate Finder 3 is installed with the glass platform by default, while users can also use the flexible removable platform. Glass platform: The bottom is flatter, but the removal of the model requires a scraper; If the glass platform is used when the ambient temperature is low, it is recommended to apply glue on it before printing to increase the adhesion.
2.4 Leveling Build Plate Click [settings]-[Language] to switch the language. How to use the nuts Build plate goes up Build plate goes down Rotate the nuts clockwise Rotate the nuts Anticlockwise Raise the build plate to reduce the distance Lower the build plate to increase the distance between the nozzle and build plate.
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Lightly pull the A4 paper and feel the friction. If the friction is too big to move, tap [↓] to increasethe distance between nozzle and build plate; if the friction is too small, tap [↑] to reduce the distance between nozzle and build plate. It is better that pull the paper to feel the significant frictional resistance until the slight scratches appear without damage.
2.5 Loading Filament Please ensure that the filament has been loaded in an appropriate Note approach. Tap [Control] - [Load]. It starts to load the filament when the targeted temperature reached. Do not stop loading when the nozzle extrudes the filament. It is suggested that extrude the filament evenly then tap [OK] to back to the homepage.
第一章 设备简介 Chapter 3 First Print Suggestions Ensure that the build plate has been leveled before printing. Please clean extruder before printing (Load the filament for a while to extrude all the melted filament you printed last time out of the extruder). Do not leave the printer unattended during operation.
3.2 Unloading Filament Please follow steps below if you need to unload filament in daily use. Tap [Control] - [Unload]. When the filament unload out of the filament feeding port, the unload operation is finished. After unload completed then load again, it is filament replacement. Note 3.3 Wi-Fi Connection...
Tap [Settings] - [Wi-Fi], open the WIFI function. Choose the Internet and save the password. 3.4 Connect Printer by Wi-Fi 1. After the Wi-Fi connected successfully, tap [Info] and check the IP Address. 2. Open the FlashPrint 5, click [Print] - [Connect Machine], input the IP address and click the connect.
3.5 Firmware Upgrade Method 1: Get the firmware files: Connect with aftersales and send email to support@flashforge.com Copy the firmware into the blank USB flash disk. Plug in the USB flash disk into the USB port of printer and reboot the printer, waiting for the upgrade process finished.
3.6 Printing Notice The adhesion of glass build plate may decrease after long time using. Please apply proper amount of glue to keep and improve the adhesion. Warping issues may occur when print ABS filament in cold environment, you may use glue to enhance the adhesion.
第一章 设备简介 Chapter 4 FAQ Q: What if the files are garbled and cannot be read? A: 1. The format of files after slicing is not compatible; 2. Repair the model before slicing. Q: What if the model warps or is unable to stick to the build plate? A:...
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Q: What if the axis cannot be moved? A: 1. Check the wire of the electric motor; 2. Contact us by email listed. Email: support@flashforge.com Q: What if the files on the USB flash disk cannot be identified? A: 1. Clean and wipe the USB flash disk; 2.
第一章 设备简介 Chapter 5 Support and Service Flashforge team is on standby and ready to help you with any challenges you may have with your 3D printer. If the issues or questions are not covered in this User Guide, you can seek for solutions on our official website or contact us via telephone.
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1.2 装箱清单 CN/EN-A01 Finder 3 发现者3 用户使用手册 USER GUIDE 中文P20 This guide is only applicable to FLASHFORGE Finder 3 3D printer 本手册仅适用于闪铸科技 发现者3 3D打印机 3D打印机 电源线 耗材 使用说明书 丝盘固定轴 喷嘴 U盘 金属铲刀 扳手和螺丝刀 通针 润滑脂 柔性可移除平台 胶棒...
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