Extruder Disassembly - MakerBot Replicator 2x User Manual

TrOUBLEShOOTiNg
PROBLEM
Object won't stick to
build plate (Continued)
NOTE: For more detailed troubleshooting information, see the MakerBot Replicator 2X Troubleshooting
page at makerbot.com/support/replicator2x/troubleshooting. For video walkthroughs of troubleshooting
issues, see the MakerBot Replicator 2X video page at makerbot.com/support/replicator2x/videos.

EXTrUDEr DiSASSEmBLy

Occasionally you may need to take an extruder apart for troubleshooting purposes. This
is a simple process that will require no tools other than the 2.5mm hex wrench you received
with your MakerBot Replicator 2X.
1. Unload the MakerBot Filament
from the extruder. To run the script
for unloading filament, go to the LCD
panel and select Utilities > Filament
Options > Unload.
2. Switch off the power on the
MakerBot Replicator 2X and unplug
the power supply. Pull on the
connector to release it from the
power input port.
3. Unscrew the two bolts at the lower corners of the fan guard using your 2.5mm hex
wrench. As one piece, remove the fan guard, the fan, the heat sink, and the spacers.
keep these pieces assembled and move them out of the way.
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SOLUTION
If you continue to have adhesion problems, loosen each of the
plate-leveling knobs about a quarter of a turn to bring the plate
slightly closer to the nozzles. You can also try raising the heated
build temperature by five degrees. You can change build plate
temperature in the Advanced Options section in the Make
dialog in MakerWare.