MakerBot Sketch Manual

Tools Needed

2.0 - 2.5 mm Hex Driver

Phillips Screw Driver

Small Container for Screws

Optional Tools

Bottle of Compressed

Pair of needle nose pliers

Tube Replacement Steps

1. 
   
2. Remove the cover to expose theADS Motor Assembly
   
3. Using a 2.0 mm screwdriver remove the two (2) small flat head screws covering the ADS motor
   
4. 
   
5. Remove Cover and set aside
   
6. Locate the two (2) thread former screws that are attaching the ADS Cover on to the ADS Assembly
   
7. Carefully remove the ADS Assembly out of the SKETCH printer and be mindful not to damage the cable connections as cable length is limited.
   
8. Using a phillips head screw driver remove the three (3) screws and remove the ADS Motor Assembly Cover
   
9. Remove both the Filament Guide Tube and the Retaining Ring
   
   Detach the Retaining Ring from the previous Filament Guide Tube, then attach it securely onto the new Filament Guide Tube
   
10. Place slide Retention Ring and Filament guide tube back in to its designated place, also make sure that the Filament Funnel is also back in its place
    *See Image A in step 7.
    Screw back on the ADS Assembly Cover using the three
    
11. Pay attention to the tab located on the ADS Assembly. Slide it into the corresponding notch to ensure the ADS Assembly is securely mounted back on the printer.
    
12. Once the ADS Assembly has been correctly reseated, use two (2) Phillips screws to securely fasten it back onto the printer
    
13. Once the ADS Assembly Cover is secure in place, close the opening by re-attaching the ADS Motor Cover.
    
14. Secure in place with the two (2) flat head screws using the 2.0mm screwdriver.
    
15. Re-attached Ads Door Latch
    Turn on printer and reload your filament: Material > Load wait until printer reaches temperature. Trim the tip of the filament and when the printer reaches temperature insert the filament into the ADS and wait for filament to extrude. Once filament is extruding hit next and your printer will be ready to print. Feel free to run a quick test print.
    If you have any questions or need any assistance please call or email MakerBot support.
    

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