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Flashforge DREAMER User Manual

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DREAMER DESKTOP 3D PRINTER
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v2.0.109082014

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  • Page 1 DREAMER DESKTOP 3D PRINTER User Guide v2.0.109082014...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    WELCOME TO FLASHFORGE DREAMER How to use this manual The FlashForge Experience and Promise Understanding 3D Printing in 3 Minutes Chapter 1. SETTING UP THE DREAMER What’s included in the box Unboxing the Dreamer Hardware assembly Changing voltage on Dreamer power supply...
  • Page 4 WELCOME TO FLASHFORGE DREAMER A. How to use this manual B. The FlashForge Experience & Promise C. The 3D printing process Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...

  • Page 5: How To Use This Manual

    This user manual is divided into four chapter for ease of navigation and will use examples based on Microsoft Windows 7 operating system. The first chapter lays out the guide on setting up the Dreamer and preparing for its first print. You will learn the ins and outs of FlashPrint software in the second chapter.

  • Page 6: The Flashforge Experience And Promise

    However, we still recommend that you read this manual as it contains important information helpful to getting the best experience out of the Dreamer. By following the user manual thoroughly and correctly, you will be able to make your first print in no time. If you’d like to go over the fundamentals of 3D printing and how it works, please read page 7.

  • Page 7: Understanding 3D Printing In 3 Minutes

    The Technique Fused filament fabrication is the most common method of 3D printing. It is also the method that the Dreamer uses. It works by melting plastic material called filament onto a print surface using high temperature. The filament solidifies after it cools down, which happens instantaneously after it is extruded from the print head.
  • Page 8 FlashForge Dreamer. FlashPrint will slice the 3D model into numerous layers and output it as a .g file, which is the format read by the Dreamer. The file is then transferred to the Dreamer by USB cable, SD card, or Wi-Fi.

  • Page 9: Chapter 1. Setting Up The Dreamer

    CHAPTER 1. SETTING UP THE DREAMER A. What’s included in the box B. Unboxing the Dreamer C. Hardware assembly D. Loading & unloading filament E. Leveling the build plate...

  • Page 10: What's Included In The Box

    WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE BOX FF Expert Kit 3M Blue Painter’s Tape (4) Side Panels 4 GB SD Card Side Fan Duct USB 2.0 Cable Power Cord (1) ABS Filament (2) Filament Spool Holder (1) PLA Filament Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...
  • Page 11 In about 15 minutes, you will be ready to start making your first 3D object. This section lays out the procedure for correctly removing the Dreamer from its shipping box. The Dreamer contains delicate components; please remember to handle with extra care and attention.
  • Page 12 Remove the box and the foam pad from the Dreamer, and gently lay the extruder set on the Dreamer build plate. Inside the accessory box, you will find a roll of 3M Blue Painter’s...
  • Page 13 Unboxing has been completed. The illustration to the right includes all the accessories that is included with the Dreamer. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...

  • Page 14: Hardware Assembly

    Please double-check as FLASHFORGE USA will not be responsible for damages as a result of improper care. Changing Voltage on Dreamer Power Supply The power supply is located at the bottom of the Dreamer. It is accessible by removing the four screws with the supplied hex wrench.

  • Page 15: C2. Mounting The Extruder Set

    Secure it with the supplied M3x8 screw. Tip: place the M3x12 screw through the mounting hole of the extruder seat first. Afterwards, align the extruder set and tighten. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...

  • Page 16: C3. Installing Filament

    • 2 Filament spool holder • 2 Filament guide tube • 2 Dreamer filament rolls (included in the box Below shows the suggested path the filament should travel from the filament spool to the extruder. Begin by loosening the filament guide tube bracket on the back of the Dreamer just enough so that it can move freely.
  • Page 17 Remove a pack of filament that is included with the Dreamer. Also, find the filament spool holder. Place the filament onto the filament seat. Make sure the direction of the filament is going upwards as shown. Lock the filament in place by securing it with the filament spool holder and turning it counter-clockwise.

  • Page 18: C4. Plugging In Power Cord & Usb Cable

    Plugging in Power Cord & USB Cable Locate the power cord, and plug it into the Dreamer. Optional: Locate the USB cord and plug one end into the Dreamer and the other into your computer. The Dreamer supports USB 2.0. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...

  • Page 19: D1. Loading Filament

    Filament must pass through the extruder and into the heating block in order to be melted. In this user guide, we will demonstrate loading and unloading filament using the left side extruder. Loading Filament Remove the lid of the Dreamer From the main menu, press the right [ Tools icon labeled...
  • Page 20 Filament will start to extrude out of the nozzle. Continue loading to ensure that the filament is extruding in a straight line. Refer to the troubleshooting section if the filament is extruding at an angle. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...

  • Page 21: D2. Unloading Filament X

    Unloading Filament Remove the lid of the Dreamer From the main menu, press the right [ Tools icon labeled [ Filament ] [ Unload Left Select Wait for the extruder to heat up to the operating temperature. The extruder will alert you once it is at the operating temperature.

  • Page 22: Leveling The Build Plate

    The Dreamer utilizes a three-point leveling system for its build plate. At the bottom of the build plate, there is one spring-loaded screw in the front and two in the back.
  • Page 23 Once the platform has reached the [ STOP ] appropriate temperature, preheating process. You will be prompted back to the preheat screen. Press the [ Back ] green button to return to the main menu. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...
  • Page 24 [ NEXT ] Press and wait for the extruder to move to the second position. Slide the paper back and forth again, and adjust the screw to create the same amount of friction as the previous step. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...
  • Page 25 Slowly adjust all the screws by the same amount if there is no friction or too much friction. Press [ FINISH ] once you have finished this. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...

  • Page 26: Chapter 2. A Thorough Look At The Flashprint Software

    CHAPTER 2 A THOROUGH LOOK AT THE FLASHPRINT SOFTWARE A. Overview of the functions...

  • Page 27: Overview Of The Functions

    OVERVIEW OF THE FUNCTIONS FlashPrint is an application with advanced functions that integrates seamlessly with the Dreamer to make it print like a dream. It is an all-in- one solution, with functions such as controlling the Dreamer remotely, printing over Wi-Fi, and having separate, customizable, settings for the left and right extruders.
  • Page 28 • On Platform: Brings the object to the platform and make sure it prints successfully. • Center: Brings the object to the middle of the platform. • Reset: Reset all the position displacement changes have been made to the object. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...
  • Page 29 ( NOTE: Unchecking this box and changing one of the axis values will result in changing the shape of the object). • Maximum: Automatically scale the object to the maximum size that the Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...
  • Page 30 • Load: Loads the “stl” file to the program, the object will appear on the screen after a successful load. • Save Scene: Saves the file as it appears on the screen. • Example: Sample 3D designs included in FlashPrint that users can print from. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...
  • Page 31 • Duplicate: Copy and paste the selected object. • Delete: Delete the selected object. J. Print • Connect: Allow users to connect the Dreamer to FlashPrint by either USB or Wi-Fi. • Disconnect: Disconnects a connection. This option will be grayed out...
  • Page 32 Selecting FlashForge Dreamer will print with both extruders while FlashForge Dreamer Single will print with one extruder. ( NOTE: When choosing FlashForge Dreamer Single, make sure that the extruder you selected has filament pre-loaded.) • Material Right: Choose the material that will be used for the right extruder.
  • Page 33 By adjusting the first layer height, it allows user to print a fine object with a higher success rate. • Number of Shells: Enter the number of layers that surrounding the object. Typical values are between 1 and 5. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...
  • Page 34 • Print Speed: Enter a print speed for printing the main object. Typical values are between 30mm/s and 120mm/s. • Support Print Speed (Slic3r): Enter a print speed for printing support. Typical values are between 30mm/s and 120mm/s. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...
  • Page 35 Typical values are between 180˚C and 200˚C for PLA, and 200˚C and 240˚C for ABS. NOTE: Different colors may melt at different temperatures. It is recommended to print with FlashForge or its recommended filament brands as sub-par quality filaments will clog and damage the extruder. Visit www.flashforge-usa.com/shop/filaments.html...
  • Page 36 “F, ” supports will be consider exterior support. • Restore Defaults: Reset all the changes to system default. • Save Configuration: Save all the settings on this page. When slice another object, it will load these saved settings. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...
  • Page 37 • Show Model Outline: Displays an outline of all the objects. • Show Steep Overhang: Displays steep overhang that possibly needs support when printing. • Tools (only available when Dreamer is connected to FlashPrint via USB). • Control Panel • Homing •...
  • Page 38 Y position. Displays “Triggered” when the extruder reaches the maximum Y position. • Z Minimum Status: Displays “Open” when the extruder is not at the minimum z position. Displays “Triggered” when the extruder reaches the minimum Z position. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...
  • Page 39 • Enable: Unlock the motor to be controlled manually. • Disable: Lock the motor so it does not allow any movement. • LED Color: Change the LED color of the Dreamer. • MK 8 Left Plastic Extruder • Motor Speed (RPM): Select a speed between 2 to 10 RPM for when performing “Motor Control.
  • Page 40 • Temperature Chart: After applying temperature target, this chart will show the temperature changes over time. • Update Firmware: Checks and updates Dreamer to the latest firmware version. The Dreamer must be connected via USB in order to update. • On Board Preferences: •...
  • Page 41 • Help • Help Contents • Check for updates: Checks if there is a newer version of FlashPrint available. • Report A Problem • About: Shows the current version of FlashPrint. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...

  • Page 42: Chapter 3. Making Your First Print

    CHAPTER 3 MAKING YOUR FIRST PRINT A. Overview B. Single & dual-extrusion print C. Methods of printing...

  • Page 43: Overview

    Dual extrusion is useful if you want to print dual colors or complex models that require supporting material. There are three connection methods in order to print using the Dreamer. All methods, which include USB, SD card, and Wi-Fi are covered in this chapter.

  • Page 44: Single & Dual-Extrusion Print

    Single & Dual-Extrusion Print Single-Extrusion Print FlashPrint Open by double- clicking on the icon. [ Load ] Click on and choose an .stl file from hard drive. The object will then be shown on the screen. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...

  • Page 45: B2. Dual-Extrusion Print

    Proceed to part C of this chapter (page 47) to select your connectivity method for printing. Dual-Extrusion Print FlashPrint Open by double- clicking on the icon. [ Load ] Press and choose an .stl file from hard drive. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...
  • Page 46 (or the same) file from hard drive. Click on the object and then click [ Extruder ], select [ Use left extruder NOTE: one object is turned to green, that indicates it will be print with the left extruder. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...
  • Page 47 Now the 3D model is ready to be created. Proceed to part C (page 47) to select your connectivity method for printing. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...

  • Page 48: Methods Of Printing

    Printing from USB Connect Dreamer to the computer using the included USB 2.0 cable. Turn on the Dreamer. Make sure the build plate is leveled and filament is loaded to the left extruder. Please refer to page 22 for leveling the build plate and pages 19 and 21 for loading and unloading filament.
  • Page 49 “Print When Slice Done” and click [ OK Save the file at any location, and the object will start slicing After the object is done slicing, it will automatically upload the gcode to the Dreamer. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...

  • Page 50: C2. Printing From Sd Card

    After the gcode is done uploading, the printer will go into a preheat phase . The Dreamer will begin printing once it has finished preheating. Printing from SD Card [ Print ], and a printing Press options screen will show up.
  • Page 51 SD card from the computer. Insert it into the SD card slot on the Dreamer. Turn on the Dreamer. Make sure the build plate is leveled (page 22) and filament is loaded on the left extruder (page 19).
  • Page 52 [ Print ] Press and then press the SD Card middle icon. A list of file(s) will show up, press the file that you would like to print, [ Yes then press Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...
  • Page 53 Printing from Wi-Fi Turn on Dreamer. Make sure the build plate is leveled (page 22) and filament is loaded on the left extruder (page 19). Turn on Wi-Fi on the Dreamer. To do [ Tools [ Setting [ WIFI this, press [ WIFI ON].
  • Page 54 [ STA Setting ], select Click on a working network, enter the corresponding password and save. Restart the interface, close the page, turn off the Dreamer, disconnect from the network, and wait for 10 seconds. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...
  • Page 55 Turn the Dreamer back on and connect to the Dreamer network. In [ Print ] FlashPrint, choose from menu and select [ Connect Mode”, select Under “Connection “IP Address, Port” Wi-Fi, and enter the as shown on printer LCD screen. Then,...
  • Page 56 Check the box of Slice Done, ” and hit [ OK Save the file at any location, and the object will start slicing. After the object is done slicing, it will automatically upload the gcode to the Dreamer. Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...

  • Page 57: C4. Printing With Support

    After the gcode is done uploading, the printer will go into a preheat phase. The Dreamer will start printing once preheating is finished. Printing with Support If the 3D model has excessive over- hang, then support will be needed. Slice...

  • Page 58: Chapter 4. Additional Information

    CHAPTER 4 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION A. Getting support...
  • Page 59 Our team of knowledgeable staff is on standby and ready to help you overcome any challenges you may have with your Dreamer. If your issue or question is not covered in the user manual, you can check our knowledge base or contact us by e-mail or phone.
  • Page 60 Dreamer User Guide | www.flashforge-usa.com...

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