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- Page 1 Installation and user manual for: Builder Extreme 1500 PRO Heated Chamber 2024 V1.11ENG2024 Firmware 3.4.5 Software 3.4.14 3.4.5.0...
- Page 2 Installation of the Builder Extreme 1500 PRO HC ................. 11 Step 1. Unboxing ..........................11 Step 2. Remove the Builder Extreme from the pallet ............... 11 Step 3. Remove accessory box and safety brackets ................11 Step 4. Install the optional air filter ....................11 Step 5.
- Page 3 Maintenance schedule machine/print head ..................30 Frequently Asked Questions ......................... 31 Installation question .......................... 31 Print quality questions ........................32 Technical questions ........................... 33 Tips & Tricks............................34 Before you start printing ........................34 During printing ..........................34 After printing ............................. 34 Instruction videos ..........................
- Page 4 Builder Extreme before starting to print complex shaped and large prints. For the Builder extreme 1500 HC it is important to not use an “afterstart script”, as this could overwrite the filament settings when the printer wants to start the print.
- Page 5 Netherlands. The warranty of the Builder Extreme 3D printer is 12 months. The warranty of the Builder print head is 3 months. Note that the warranty of the printer is under “carry in” conditions. We strongly recommend to keep and store the packaging of the Builder Extreme at all times.
- Page 6 Minimum age for persons using the Extreme Builder is 16 years, or older according local legislation. • Place the Extreme Builder on a concrete floor and set it level, so that the machine is stable. • Install the Builder in a room with sufficient ventilation. The Builder Extreme 1500 PRO HC is equipped with a circulating air filtering system, but opening the doors can still release limited amounts of fumes.
- Page 7 WARNING! When the heater is on, the extruder is very hot! • WARNING! Do not use flammable liquids inside or outside the Builder. If you want to clean the build plate, make sure the build plate is at room temperature and turn off the power.
- Page 8 • Do not use the machine for other purposes than printing parts. • When the Extreme Builder is in operation, keep the doors closed. • Use only Builder recommended materials. • WARNING! Turn off the power and wait 15 minutes when you want to replace the extruder head, be careful this part is HOT! •...
- Page 9 Accessories The following accessories are included in the accessories box with the purchase of the Builder Extreme: • Manual To successfully install the machine • Nozzle 0.4 mm For detailed prints • Nozzle 0.6 mm Installed on the print head •...
- Page 10 (for other filaments standard profiles are pending) Physical dimensions Dimensions Builder Extreme 1500 PRO HC- 2060x1020x1815 (incl. feet & handles) Shipping dimensions Dimensions Builder Extreme 1500 PRO HC - Contact Builder service support Weight Builder Extreme 1500 PRO HC - 300kg Electrical requirements Power 3680Watt Software...
- Page 11 Step 2. Remove the Builder Extreme from the pallet A forklift truck is required to remove the Builder Extreme from the pallet and use a pallet truck to place it on a levelled concrete floor. Note: the Builder Extreme must be removed from the pallet before you continue with the installation.
- Page 12 Connect the power cable in the cabinet. Make sure the emergency stop is released, by pulling it out and turning it clockwise. Switch on the Builder Extreme by pushing the green button for at least 3 seconds, followed by pressing the blue button. The Builder Extreme will now proceed to start up.
- Page 13 Wi-Fi icon the reception. The network you’re connected to is at the top and highlighted in blue. To connect the Builder Extreme to your WiFi network, please follow these steps: 1. Go to settings, network, WiFi, refresh 2. The Builder will now look for available WiFi networks 3.
- Page 14 After successfully installing the Builder Extreme, it is now time to install the slicing software. The Builder Extreme comes with a Simplify3D license, this license can only be used on 1 device. After purchasing the machine request your code by sending an e-mail with the serial number of your printer to sales@builder3dprinters.com.
- Page 15 Preparing a 3D print with Simplify3D After you successfully installed the Builder Extreme and Simplify3D, it is now time to set up your first 3D print. During the installation of Simplify3D, you have uploaded the FFF profile so when you open Simplify3D right now, you will see the print volume of your Builder Extreme 1500 PRO HC.
- Page 16 Important information about Simplify3D 1. The time estimation in Simplify3D is not correct. Multiply print time by 1.5. 2. We recommend you to start printing a few objects with our standard settings. After some experience, you can for example lower the infill percentage, use a different nozzle diameter and other support settings.
- Page 17 Print speed is an important factor when it comes to a high quality and detailed prints. Although the Builder Extreme 1500 PRO HC is able to print at a maximum speed up to 150 mm/s, the maximum speed for your object is depending on size, shape, nozzle and required quality. Easy shaped and larger parts can be printed faster than smaller objects which have a lot of detail.
- Page 18 The touch screen allows you to manage your Builder Extreme PRO HC at all times. When you switch on the Builder Extreme PRO HC, it will take about 20 seconds to start up until the main menu appears. The interface consists of three main pages that can be selected on the bottom of the touchscreen: Dashboard, Print &...
- Page 19 See also “Step 7. Install filaments” in the section “Installation of the Builder Extreme 1500 PRO HC” in this manual. If you want to use your own custom settings from the G-code, select the option “unload filament”. Now the printer will not use its own profiles.
- Page 20 SD Card: By pressing the arrow button, a dropdown menu is shown with the available file locations. On the location Builder G-codes you will find preset testprints that cannot be deleted from the machine. These are prints that can be used as first testprints with standard filament profiles.
- Page 21 Afterwards feed the new filament as described in step 11 at the chapter “Installation of the Builder Extreme 1500 HC”, and when the new filament is loaded press resume.
- Page 22 Settings Calibration: Opens the calibration subpage. Network: Opens the network subpage. Service: Opens the Service subpage. On the right general information about the printer is displayed. Settings > Calibration Calibrate Z-offset: Pressing this button will start the Z-offset calibration. Instructions will appear on screen.
- Page 23 View Mesh: View generated height maps and delete maps by hold-press or select and delete. In the name of the height map you can see the values of Chamber and Bed temperature that were used when the height map was generated. When a new heightmap is generated with the same values, the old heightmap will be overwritten.
- Page 24 Admin: logging in as admin will make expert settings available that could potentially damage the printer, only available for Builder Service support. Toggle to wait for user input before starting print: Normally after starting a print, it will take some time for all heaters to reach target temperature and then the print automatically starts.
- Page 25 Settings > Service (2) Level Print Frame manual: This function allows you to manually level the printframe by operating the individual Z-motors (Z1, Z2 and Z3). Only use this function if the automatic printframe levelling is not working because the printframe is too far tilted. Toggle to activate bed mesh compensation: With the switch, this option be set on and off.
- Page 26 Test Menu Note: not available for firmware version 3.4.1 and earlier The switches can be set on and off to individually test these parts of the system. Console History of messages and commands is displayed. G-code commands can be entered in the “send code” field and sent with the button.
- Page 27 Materials All materials offered by Builder, are optimized for 3D printing with the Builder Extreme range. The materials that are currently available for the Builder Extreme, have been extensively tested to achieve high quality print results. The materials work best in combination with Builders standard FFF profiles for Simplify3D.
- Page 28 Periodically, we update the software for the Builder Extreme. This is done to improve the software, remove bugs and add new features. When a new software is launched, it will be placed on the Builder website and communicated through our social media channels and reseller network. The latest software version can be found here: https://builder3dprinters.com/installation/.
- Page 29 Coolant System The Builder Extreme Pro HC is equipped with a coolant system to cool the motors and the printhead. The coolant level can be checked in transparent container next to the touchscreen on the printer and should be refilled when the transparent container is less than half full. Refilling is done through the nozzle above the transparent container with the syringe delivered with the machine.
- Page 30 Maintenance schedule machine/print head The maintenance schedule is based on a use of 3000 print hours per year. If your user frequency is higher, we advise you to maintain the machine more often for optimal print results. Before every print Clean the printer Keep the printer clean for optimal print results Remove filament pieces from the build plate...
- Page 31 The box is especially designed for the Extreme and we do not recommend to transport it in any other box. Also, if the machine needs to be repaired at the Builder factory, we can only do this when the original box is available.
- Page 32 Print quality questions I. My print does not stick to the bed. What to do? First of all, check the bed levelling of the machine. Print the surface test to see if the filaments equally stick to the bed. If not, please level the bed only on the place where it is needed. Also, make sure the machine has been pre-heating for about 15 minutes before you start a large print.
- Page 33 Y. How to update my printer to the latest software? Please check here if there is a software update available for your Builder Extreme. If so, please follow the instructions in the manual to update to the latest software.
- Page 34 Tips & Tricks Before you start printing 1. Before you start a new print, pre-heat the print bed for about 15 minutes. 2. Check if the correct nozzle is installed on the print head. 3. Check if the filament is placed correctly and that the spools are able to rotate easily. 4.
- Page 35 Instruction videos COMING SOON We have made a range of instruction videos to inform you how to use the Builder Extreme correctly, but also how to do minor repairs if needed. Please take your time to watch the instruction videos.
- Page 36 Support If you are in need of support regarding the Builder Extreme, please first check our FAQ. If you cannot find the answer there, please contact your local Builder reseller or fill in the support request form below. have questions...
- Page 37 Builder 3D Printers Smelterij 4 2211 SH Noordwijkerhout The Netherlands www.builder3dprinters.com...
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