TROUBLESHOOTING
Printing Problems
Q: Problem with first layer printing
Q: The filament doesn't stick onto the build plate.
‐ A1: The gap between nozzle and build plate is too big.
‐ A2:The build plate has not been levelled yet.
‐ A3: Kapton tape has not been sticked on the build plate yet; or the non‐sticky top layer of the Kapton tape
is not removed.
‐ A4: The first layer's height is too small, recommended setting as ≥0.2
Q: Little filament stick onto the build plate.
A: The gap between nozzle and build plate too small which may cause the nozzle clogged.
Q: No filament output from the nozzle.
A: The filament has not entered into the end of the nozzle yet when you feed the filament.
Q: The edge is lifted, or the print cracked while printing with ABS filament
Please keep the build plate heated continuously; Change a new Kapton tape; Slow down the printing speed
of first layer; Use the enclosure plate to keep the constant temperature while printing; Avoid air condition's
blowing directly; Inside ventilation should not be so strong.
Q: Model surface is loose with crack
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