Original Prusa XL Single-Tool Manual

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Table of Contents

1. Introduction

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Step 1 - General information

Step 2 - What awaits you during the unpacking

Step 3 - Tools in the package

Step 4 - Labels guide

Step 5 - Cheatsheet

Step 6 - Silicone sock

Step 7 - CAUTION: Lubricant Handling

Step 8 - View high resolution images

Step 9 - We are here for you!

Step 10 - Unpacking the printer

2A. Printer Unboxing

Step 1 - Introduction

Step 2 - Opening the package

Step 3 - Opening the package

Step 4 - Removing the fixations

Step 5 - Removing the fixations

Step 6 - Unpacking the printer

Step 7 - Hooray! The printer is ready for the set up

2B. Printer Unboxing

Step 1 - Introduction

Step 2 - Opening the package

Step 3 - Opening the package

Step 4 - Removing the inserts

Step 5 - Removing the inserts

Step 6 - Removing the inserts

Step 7 - Unpacking the printer

Step 8 - Printer is ready for setup

3. Printer set up

Step 1 - Tools necessary for this chapter

Step 2 - Nextruder cable bundle assembly info

Step 3 - Variant B - Nextruder cable bundle assembly parts preparation

Step 4 - Variant B - Nextruder cable bundle assembly

Step 5 - Variant B - Nextruder cable bundle assembly

Step 6 - Variant B - Nextruder cable bundle assembly

Step 7 - Preparing the printer

Step 8 - Installing the extruder: parts preparation

Step 9 - Installing the extruder

Step 10 - Securing the extruder

Step 11 - Guiding the extruder cable

Step 12 - Attaching the extruder cable

Step 13 - Guiding the extruder PTFE tube

Step 14 - Wi-Fi antenna holder versions

Step 15 - Version A: Connecting the extruder cable

Step 16 - Version A: Installing the Wi-Fi antenna: parts preparation

Step 17 - Version A: Installing the Wi-Fi antenna

Step 18 - Version B: Wi-Fi antenna holder: parts preparation

Step 19 - Version B: Installing the Wi-Fi antenna: antenna preparing

Step 20 - Version B: Installing the Wi-Fi antenna: antenna preparing

Step 21 - Version B: Connecting the extruder cable

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Page 1 Table of Contents 1. Introduction ..........................................Step 1 - General information ............Step 2 - What awaits you during the unpacking ..................Step 3 - Tools in the package ..................... Step 4 - Labels guide ....................... Step 5 - Cheatsheet ....................
Page 2 ........Step 22 - Version B: Installing the Wi-Fi antena holder ............Step 23 - Version B: XL buddy box covering ....Step 24 - Version B: Installing the Wi-Fi antenna: parts preparation ..........Step 25 - Version B: Installing the Wi-Fi antenna ...............
Page 3 1. Introduction Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 4 Because of transportation, some of the fragile parts must be safely packed separately in the printer package. This manual will take you through the installation of these parts on the printer. These parts will be installed: LCD assembly Single tool extruder assembly Spool holder Wi-Fi antenna Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 5 The LCD Fasteners bag includes an extra spare of each part contained in the bag. The amount of spare parts is written on the label. This number is included in the total number of each type of part. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 6 You will be asked to install the sock later in this guide. How to install the sock - check article. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 7 When you browse the guide on help.prusa3d.com, you can view the original images in high resolution for clarity. Just hover your cursor over the image and click the Magnifier button ("View original") in the top left corner. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 8 2A. Printer Unboxing. Package version B. This version can be easily distinguished by having the image of a printer on the box. If you have this version, continue to the chapter 2B. Printer Unboxing. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 9 2A. Printer Unboxing Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 10 The box is equipped with two easy-to-tear zippers. They separate the box into two parts. Find the zippers on the edge of both long sides of the package. Gently pull the head of the zipper. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 11 There are cardboard fixings that contain the parts necessary for the assembly. Do not throw them out! Take off the front top fixation with the parts inside and put it on the safe place. We will need these parts later on. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 12 Place it in a designated area. STEP 7 Hooray! The printer is ready for the set up Good job! You just unpacked all the parts necessary for the printer set up. Now, go to chapter 3. Printer set up. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 13 2B. Printer Unboxing Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 14 Place the package on a stable surface. Make sure the package is oriented top side up. See the transportation label. The package is equipped with a tear strip that splits the box in two parts. Peel off the entire tear strip to split the box. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 15 Inside, there are cardboard inserts that contain parts necessary for the assembly. Do not throw them out! STEP 4 Removing the inserts Remove the top front cardboard insert. Remove the box on the side containing the extruder parts. Remove the cardboard insert with the Haribos inside. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 16 There is a lever inside the top cardboard insert that locks it to the printer’s frame. Pull the lever to unhook the insert. While pulling the lever, lift the whole insert and remove it. There are printer parts inside the top cardboard insert! Make sure not to lose them! Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 17 Hold the bottom of the box while you lift the printer up. STEP 8 Printer is ready for setup Good job! The printer is ready for the next step: Visit chapter 3. Printer set up. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 18 3. Printer set up Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 19 Variant A: the cable bundle is attached to the nextruder already. Please skip Step 7 - Preparing the printer. Variant B: the cable bundle is disconnected from the nextruder and must be first attached first. Continue to the next step. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 20 The cable bundle must be installed exactly the same way as in the picture; with the cable on top and the semi-transparent PTFE tube on the bottom. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 21 Push it all the way in. Starting from September 2024, you may receive a new black Fitting M5-4. The assembly and functionality remain identical to the blue one. Good! Your nextruder is prepared for the next step. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 22 Due to the careful testing of each printer before it is shipped, there may be a small filament residue on the extruder nozzle. From the extruder body, remove 4x M3x12b (countersunk) screws and set them aside. You will need them in the next step. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 23 Fully tighten all four screws diagonally to secure the extruder assembly. Snap the x-carriage-cover back onto the X-carriage. You must feel a slight "click" to ensure the cover fits on the part. Remove the Prusament cardboard box from the heatbed. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 24 It has five threaded openings in it. There is a screw in the long metal profile which is fixing the part during the transport. Using the Allen key, remove the screw from the profile. Keep it as a spare. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 25 PTFE tube all the way into the upper hole in the part. Gently pull the PTFE tube back, this will push out the black collet in the side filament sensor and lock the tube. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 26 Connect the extruder cable to the upper slot labeled DWARF 1. Attach the connectors cover to the screws. Push it all the way to the right and tighten the screws. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 27 Locate the Wi-Fi antenna connector on the right rear corner of the printer. The antenna can be rotated around and bent in two directions. We recommend pointing the antenna straight upwards. Now skip to Step 26 - Assembling the spool holder: parts preparation Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 28 The antenna connector is prepared. The latest version of the connector has a thicker washer. We don't need it anymore. You can throw it away. Insert the antenna connector into the same-shaped hole in the Wi-Fi-antenna- holder . Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 29 Loosen four screws securing the electronics cover. Remove the cover. Connect the first dock (from the right side) cable to the upper slot labeled DWARF Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 30 Connect the antenna to the apporpiate slot on the XL Buddy board. STEP 23 Version B: XL buddy box covering Be carefull, do not pinch any cables! Put the XL-buddy-box-cover back on the printer. With a T10 key tighten the four screws. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 31 Version B: Installing the Wi-Fi antenna: parts preparation For the following steps, please prepare: Wi-Fi antenna (1x) The Original Prusa XL is shipped with two versions of the Wi-Fi antenna, each with a different shape. The functionality is the same.
Page 32 Do you have this? Please skip to Version B: Assembling the spool holder: parts preparation step. STEP 27 Version A: Assembling the spool holder: parts preparation For the following steps, please prepare: Spool-holder-slider (1x) Spool-holder-base (1x) Spool-holder-mount (1x) M5x85 screw (1x) M5nEs nut (1x) Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 33 STEP 29 Version A: Assembling the spool holder Insert the spool-holder-base into the spool-holder-slider and push it through a little through the part. Attach the spool-holder to the spool-holder-mount. Insert the M5x85 screw into the spool-holder-assembly. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 34 Do not use the spool holder as a handle! STEP 31 Version B: Assembling the spool holder: parts preparation For the following steps, please prepare: Spool-holder-slider (1x) Spool-holder-base (1x) M4x12 screw (1x) M4nEs nut (1x) Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 35 Version B: Assembling the spool holder Locate pins two pins on the spool-holder-base and line them with the rails in the spool-holder-slider. Insert the spool-holder-base into the spool-holder-slider and push it through a little through the part. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 36 M4nEs nut in the extrusion. Note that there is a protrusion on the spool-holder-mount, which must fit into the groove in the extrusion. Tighten the spool holder assembly. Do not use the spool holder as a handle! Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 37 There is a latch on the xLCD cable connector, which must be facing the triangle symbol on the board. See the picture. Push the xLCD cable connector to fully connect to the xLCD. Hold the xLCD cover. Push the earthing connector fully into the PE faston. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 38 Older xLCD assembly versions Take a look at the xLCD, there are three variants: Version A: with an M3 washer under the screw Version B: without the washer under the screw Version C: faston on the top left Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 39 See the detail showing the correct position of the cable connector. Connect the xLCD cable to the slot on the xLCD board. There is a latch on the xLCD cable connector, which must be facing the triangle symbol on the board. See the detail. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 40 Using the M3x8rT screw, connect the PE cable to the PE hole on the xLCD board. Connect the xLCD cable to the slot on the xLCD board. There is a latch on the xLCD cable connector, which must be facing the triangle symbol on the board. See the detail. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 41 Align the xLCD assembly with the nuts in the front aluminum extrusion. Insert and tighten the M3x16 screw from the left side of the xLCD. Insert and tighten the M3x16 screw from the right side of the xLCD. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 42 3. Printer set up STEP 46 Almost done! Congratulation! Your Original Prusa XL is ready to be fired up! Compare the final look with the picture. Now, let's go to the last chapter 4. First run. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 43 4. First run Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 44 (for example, where other printers are printing). From the rear side of the printer, plug in the PSU cable. Turn the power switch ON (symbol "I"). Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 45 WARNING: Do not touch the printer during the wizard unless prompted! Some parts of the printer may be HOT and moving at high speed. The wizard starts with the fan check, Z-axis alignment and the test of the XY axes, which is fully automatic. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 46 When you have prepared the filament, click on YES. Do not insert the filament into the side filament sensor and the tool head. If the side filament sensor is empty, click on CONTINUE. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 47 Both filament sensors are successfully calibrated and tested. Click on CONTINUE. STEP 8 It's done Manually remove the filament from the printer. And click on CONTINUE. That's all, the printer is ready to print. But still, follow the instructions in this manual to the end. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 48 Congratulations! You should be ready to print by now ;-) You can start by printing some of our test objects bundled on the included USB stick - you can check them out in this collection. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 49 STL or G-code tailored for your printer. Register at Printables.com Looking for inspiration on new projects? Check our blog for weekly updates. If you need help with the build, check out our forum with a great community :-) All services share one account. Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 50 Manual changelog Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 51 Manual changelog STEP 1 Version history Versions of the Original Prusa XL semi-assembled (single tool) manual: 06/2023 - Initial version 1.00 07/2023 - Updated to version 1.02 08/2023 - Updated to version 1.03 11/2023 - Updated to version 1.04 09/2024 - Updated to version 1.05...
Page 52 Changes to the manual (3) 08/2023 - Antenna adapter Added instructions for the new antenna adapter. Manual version 1.03 STEP 4 Changes to the manual (2) 07/2023 - xLCD assembly Added instructions for the new xLCD. Manual version 1.02 Original Prusa XL Single-Tool (Assembled)
Page 53 Manual changelog STEP 5 Changes to the manual (4) 11/2023 - Spoolholder Added instructions for the new injection molded Spoolholder. Manual version 1.04 STEP 6 Changes to the manual (5) 09/2024 - xLCD Added instructions for the new injection molded xLCD. Manual version 1.05...
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