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  • Page 1 START HERE...
  • Page 2 ®...
  • Page 3 TAZ Pro XT Printer. This Quick Start Guide will familiarize you with ® the proper use and operation of your LulzBot TAZ Pro XT. By the time you finish, you will have completed a calibration test on your new printer.
  • Page 4 LulzBot TAZ Pro XT Key Components Tool Head USB Flash Drive Port Color Touch Screen Power Switch USB Port (back) AC Power Port (back) Aluminum Frame LulzBot TAZ Pro...
  • Page 5 Filament Guide Tube Filament Run Out Sensor Filament Holder Modular Print Bed Cartesian Coordinate System The LulzBot TAZ Pro XT can move on three linear axes: X, Y, and Z. Automatic Calibration Cube LulzBot TAZ Pro...
  • Page 6 Tool Head Key Components Filament Guide Tube Holder Extruder Idler Drive Gear Extruder Idler Adjustment Knob Extruder Heat Sink Fan Part Cooling Fan Fan Shroud LulzBot TAZ Pro...
  • Page 7 Filament Path Your LulzBot TAZ Pro XT automatically calibrates in Extruder Idler three ways: using the washers at each corner of the modular print bed system, the automatic Extruder Idler Adjustment Knob calibration cube, and by leveling the X-axis gantry before each print.
  • Page 8 Unpack your LulzBot TAZ Pro XT Desktop 3D Printer Place the printer box on the floor and carefully open the top of the box. Use the two black straps around the printer to remove it from the box. Because of the size, we recommend two people lift the printer out of the box.
  • Page 9 Confirm all items on the included 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...
  • Page 10 Set the modular print bed aside for use in Section 3. Lift the printer from the final piece of packaging foam and set the printer frame on a sturdy surface for assembly. LulzBot TAZ Pro...
  • Page 11 Assemble your LulzBot TAZ Pro XT Desktop 3D Printer The operating area for your LulzBot TAZ Pro XT is 32.76” x 28” Move the Y-axis cable chain x 36” (83.2 cm x 72 cm x 91.4 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 | 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 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 | 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 XT is in the OFF position. 3.10 3.11 Plug in the included USB cable, connecting the TAZ Pro XT to a computer.
  • Page 17 Expert help and advice is available at LulzBot.com/Support. The LulzBot TAZ Pro XT is compatible with Cura LulzBot Edition version 3.6.24 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 XT.
  • Page 18 Cura LulzBot Edition installed, update the printer firmware by clicking the Settings drop-down menu and selecting Printer, then Manage Printers. With LulzBot TAZ ProXT / HS+ | 1.2mm highlighted, click Upgrade Firmware and follow the prompts to install the latest firmware.
  • Page 19 PLA sample filament for your first print. Filament is the term for the materials your LulzBot TAZ Pro XT 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 18 |...
  • Page 21 Preparing your LulzBot TAZ Pro XT to Print Your LulzBot TAZ Pro XT 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 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 | 21...
  • Page 24 The filament holders may need to be adjusted to accommodate larger spools of filament. 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 22 |...
  • Page 25 Obtain the clear filament feed guide tube you removed from the box earlier. Insert one end of the feed guide into the top of the LulzBot Green filament sensor marked 1. Feed the included sample coil of 2.85mm PLA filament into and through the bottom of the LulzBot Green filament sensor marked 1.
  • Page 26 5.4. Filament feeds down this path and into the hot end for printing. Filament Feed Path Guide Tube Holder Extruder Idler Idler Adjustment Knob The hot end is still heated to 180°C (356°F) and can burn your skin. LulzBot TAZ Pro 24 |...
  • Page 27 Having the idler tension too loose or too tight will cause issues with print quality and potentially cause jamming in the extruder. Too Loose Clockwise - Loosen Ideal Too Tight Counterclockwise - Tighten LulzBot TAZ Pro | 25...
  • Page 28 The filament must be inserted past the extruder hob gear for filament to extrude properly. If 45° there is resistance while pushing filament through the idler, trimming the filament at a 45° angle may help. LulzBot TAZ Pro 26 |...
  • Page 29 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 | 27...
  • Page 30 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 XT 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 31 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 XT • 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 32 Click the Connect button under Manual Control to connect to the LulzBot TAZ Pro XT. 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 33 Depending on ambient temperature, this can take one to three minutes. Always watch your LulzBot TAZ Pro XT start the printing process to visually ensure proper functionality. Ensure material is adhering to...
  • Page 34 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 XT will heat to probing temperature and conduct an automated self-leveling sequence by touching each of the four bed corners.
  • Page 35 After your LulzBot TAZ Pro XT 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 36 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 34 |...
  • Page 37 Now that your first print is complete, your TAZ Pro XT is ready to go to work! For more projects, ideas, and ready-to-print models, visit download.lulzbot.com/3D_Models/. LulzBot TAZ Pro | 35...

  • Page 38: 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 XT.
  • Page 39 PolyCast Isopropyl alcohol wipe Your LulzBot TAZ Pro XT Desktop 3D Printer is capable of printing advanced and expert level 2.85 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 40 LCD Controller and USB Flash Drive Printing Your LulzBot TAZ Pro XT 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 41 Adhesion to your LulzBot TAZ Pro XT 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 XT ships with the PEI surface facing up since it’s the most commonly used print surface.
  • Page 42 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 43 205°C (401°F) and then carefully wiping the affected areas using the maroon Scotch-Brite ™ scrubbing pad from your TAZ Pro XT tool kit. Do not use metal to clean the nozzle on your tool head.
  • Page 44 Grow With Your LulzBot TAZ Pro S Desktop 3D Printer Your LulzBot TAZ Pro XT 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 XT grow with your printing needs.
  • Page 45 Notes...
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  • Page 47 LulzBot TAZ Pro XT Quick Start Guide v.1.0 (01/05/2021) ® CC BY-SA 4.0 International LulzBot 2020 LulzBot is a Registered Trademark of FAME 3D, LLC. ®...
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