USER GUIDE
USER GUIDE TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. 1.1. 1.2. 1.3. 1.4. 1.5. 2. 3. 4. 4.1. 4.2. 4.3. 4.4. 4.5. 5. 5.1. 5.2. 5.3. 5.4. 5.5. 6. 6.1. 6.2. 6.3. 6.4. 6.5. 6.6. 6.7. 7. 8. 8.1. 8.2. 9. 9.1. 9.2. 9.3. 9.4. 10. 10.1. 10.2. 11. 11.1. 11.2. 12. 12.1. 12.2. 13. 14. 15. INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Important! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
USER GUIDE 1. INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your purchase of the CraftBot 3D printer and welcome to the word of 3D crafting! At CraftUnique we believe that 3D printing opens a new window to enhance creativity. It offers outstanding crafting experience even without prior programming or 3D printing experience. How does the printer work? The CraftBot 3D printer makes solid, three-dimensional objects out of melted plastic filament.
USER GUIDE 1.1. Important! Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance, then save it for future reference. All information in this user manual is subject to change at any time without notice and is provided for convenience purposes only. CraftUnique, reserves the right to modify or revise this user manual in its sole discretion and at any time. By using the manual, you agree to be bound by any modification and/or revisions.
USER GUIDE 1.4. Unpacking your CraftBot printer 1. Place the CraftBot box on the ground on a level surface. Make sure that there is a lot of open space around you. 2. Open the box with care, not to damage the contents if using a blade. 3. Remove the protective foam insert. You will find the Quick Starter Guide located within the top protective foam insert. 4. There is a Box inserted, which contains the accessories (including a pendrive with a copy of the CraftBot user manual).
USER GUIDE 2. INTRODUCING THE CRAFTBOT 3D PRINTER 2 1 3 1. Touchschreen LCD display 2. Filament guide tube 3. Nozzle 4. Removable glass build plate 5. 6 4 Leveling knobs 6. Z axis rod 5 9 11 10 8 7. Filament spool holder 8. Filament spool 7 9. Filament guide tube holder 10. Extruder 11. USB-A for flash drive 12. USB-B socket 13.
USER GUIDE 3. ASSEMBLING THE CRAFTBOT PRINTER Installing the FMS (Optional) • Select the desired position for the FMS along the top of the printer. Keep in mind that the spool holder must be installed directly next to it. • Locate the FMS. • Using a hex wrench, install FMS system onto the top of the CraftBot. • Keep in mind that the spool holder must be installed directly next to it. • Connect the FMS to the machine. Installing the filament guide tube • Locate the filament guide tube.
USER GUIDE 4. USING THE CRAFTBOT PRINTER 4.1. Switching the appliance • Switch on CraftBot by the ON/OFF button located on the back part of the appliance. • The LCD panel on the front will light up. 4.2. Setting the language • Select the Settings menu with right arrow icon. on the LCD screen and go to the page 2 • Select the language icon . • Select the desired language. • Confirm selection. • Use the left arrow to get back to the main menu. 4.3.
USER GUIDE 4.4. Setting the clock You can set the time and reset the operating hour counter. This function helps to track printing time between maintenance sessions. • Select the Settings menu • Select the clock icon • Set the time by using the up and down arrows. Switch between minute and hour by pushing the right arrow on the LCD screen and go to the page 3 with right arrow icon. .
USER GUIDE 4.5. Connecting the CraftBot printer to wireless network • Select the Settings menu • Select the Wi-Fi icon • Select „search Wi-Fi network” icon • Use up-down arrows and select desired network with the tick mark • Enter password. • Confirm password with the tick mark • The selected Wi-Fi network is displayed indicating host name and LAN IP. • By pressing the “eye” icon you can toggle the wifi’s visibility. • SSID: You can modify the printer’s unique identifier name.
USER GUIDE • You can then select the Extruder heating process. • Once the extruder reaches the target temperature of your filament you can start printing. icon, and the Bed icon (line with 3 wavy lines above) to start the If you want to print with material with other temperature properties, select USER1 or USER2, then click the icon to adjust the temperature using the arrows. 5.2. Loading the filament • Heat up the printer.
USER GUIDE 5.3. Extruding • Enter into the extruder • You can also use the “extrude” menu to extrude the filament. This will only rotate the gear wheel every time you press the icon and will give you more control over the filament movement. • Push the filament into the extruder hole, against the drive gear and press the extrude or load filament button on the screen. The load button will extrude 15 cm of filament automatically, this can be interrupted by pressing the back button. menu. 5.4.
USER GUIDE 5.5. Leveling the build plate CraftBot has a leveling procedure which ensures that the extruder and the heated build plate are at optimal distance (0.3mm) and they must be leveled evenly. Smaller gap or uneven levelling may lead to the damaging of the Kapton cover of the build plate or the extruder and can give bad printing problems. • Heat up the extruder and remove the filament. This is to stop any leaking filament from destroying the spacer card and giving you a bad bed leveling height.
USER GUIDE • Repeat the process with the two back knobs. First the right back, then the left back knob these will need to be adjusted. • Before switching from knob to knob, please remove and replace the leveling card as necessary. • Process is repeated twice to make sure that all 3 knobs are in the correct position. • As a result, the building plate should be evenly calibrated. • You can return to the main menu by pressing the right arrow.
USER GUIDE 6. OTHER MENU SETTINGS 6.1. Adjusting the lighting • Select the Settings menu • You will see a variance pop up on the screen: two different touchscreen sliders. • Adjusting the lighting: Move the line from the left to the right to vary the brightness of either the interior LED lighting of the CraftBot or the LCD display backlighting. on the LCD screen and on page 1. Select the Lighting settings icon. 6.2.
USER GUIDE 6.3. Sound settings • Select the Settings menu • Select the Bell icon • Use the arrows in the top right corner you can choose between 3 options: - Sound On - Sound Off - Warnings Only on the LCD screen and go to the page 2. 6.4. Report function Registered users on the Craftbot.com website can register their printer using its serial number on the website.
USER GUIDE • You can check if the code is correct with the cloud icon. If you have entered an incorrect number, you will receive a warning message, a correctly entered number will receive a confirmation message. • Turn on the report function with the • Use the left arrow to return to the main menu. button. After the confirmation message, the function will be live. 6.5. Dome menu The plexi dome is optional, not included in the basic set. • Connect the cover’s cable to the printer.
USER GUIDE 6.6. Reset settings You can reset all settings. • Select the Settings menu • Select the circle arrow on the LCD screen and go to the page 6. Select the Reset circle arrow icon . again, and press OK. 6.7. FMS system (optional feature) The filament monitoring system observes the filament flow during printing. If the printer detects a jam during the printing process, it will try to resolve it on its own.
USER GUIDE • You can provide your email address with the icon, where the printer will send a message if it was unable to resolve a jam. Please check or set your e-mail address with the @ icon. • Calibration can be initiated by touching the icon . You can set the head temperature here. You can calibrate the appropriate FMS with the help of the first two icons. • A test message can be sent after calibration so the user can check whether the e-mail function is working correctly.
USER GUIDE 7. NAVIGATE THE BUILD PLATE AND THE EXTRUDERS Select the AXES on the menu. • The left arrow button will return you to the main menu. • The small house icon indicates the “home” position of the extruder which is location in the front left corner of the build plate. You can reset the extruder and the build plate to the “home” or “zero” position. • You can either set each axis one at a time ( , or ), or do all three of them at once by touching the appropriate button .
USER GUIDE 8. USING THE PRINTER 8.1. Installing CraftWare To print a 3D object, The CraftBot needs toolpath information generated from 3D object CAD files like .obj or .stl. Toolpath information is simply called “gcode”. CraftWare software converts 3D design files into printing commands for the CraftBot 3D printer. CraftWare has been developed by CraftUnique with the aim of easing and perfecting the printing process.
USER GUIDE The “Options” menu is located on the right side of the screen. In the pop-up window you can set the language, graphics, keyboard commands, colors and Craftbot type. All build areas of all the craftbots are-pre-set and programmed in. • Click on the “Add” button located in the top row of icons. Select the 3D design plan you must print. The selected object will appear at the center of the virtual build plate.
USER GUIDE 9. 9. PRINTING OBJECTS FROM USB FLASH DRIVE 9.1. Printing menu • Save the printing command gcode file created by the CraftWare slicer program onto USB flash drive. Alternatively, Craftbots do have Wi-Fi connection and offer the option to upload gcode file using the Craftprint app mobile craftapp application. The pendrive provided with CraftBot has design samples saved on it. 3D designs must be converted into a printing command file with the help of the CraftWare slicer software.
USER GUIDE 9.2. Tweak menu Tweak function enables to change temperature, print speed, extrusion ratio, lighting, object fan control and encoder settings. The in-print tweaks overrule the settings in the g-code. Temperature modification: Heads and bed temperature can be changed, with heads object fans. Set the speed of the object fan. By default, it is unlocked. If locked g-code can’t overwrite setting information.
USER GUIDE 10. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT! Cleaning and lubrication should only be conducted while the extruder and build plate are cold. Please allow the CraftBot 3D printer to cool down at least 30 minutes before starting any cleaning or maintenance. It is necessary to both clean and change the used and worn parts on the printer after every 1000 hours. The printer will warn the user. 10.1. CLEANING Clean the metal housing of the CraftBot by wiping with a damp cloth.
USER GUIDE 10.2. Lubricating The CraftBot printer should be lubricated at least once after every 50 hours of use or every 6 months. Tools needed for lubrication: • PTFE based spray lubricant or grease • 2 separate lint-free rags or thicker stronger paper towels • personal protection such as gloves and safety glasses/goggles • lighting to see the interior of the CraftBot correctly (lamp) 1. Move the build plate and the extruder to the „Home” position. 2.
USER GUIDE 11. TROUBLESHOOTING 11.1. Preventing/Fixing a clogged extruder The number one inconvenience that you will come across when 3D printing is clogging of the extruder. But we have good news for you! This problem can be easily avoided by following a few simple rules of “3D printing etiquette”. • First, always wait until the extruder and heated build plate are fully heated to their maximum intended print value before inserting the filament.
USER GUIDE 12. FIRMWARE UPDATE 12.1. Firmware update with new software Updating the firmware adds new function(s) and improves performance. CAUTION: NEVER turn OFF the computer or disconnect USB cable while updating the firmware. 1. Download CraftPrint® software from Craftunique® website: https://craftbot.com/craftware/ 2. Install the CraftPrint® application on your computer. 3. Download the pr3Dator® firmware file from Craftunique website and extract the ZIP file on your computer.
USER GUIDE 10. When asked please turn off the printer at least 5 seconds. 11. Turn the printer back on and wait until the update is finished 12. When the update is finished, power cycle the printer once again. Check the pr3Dator firmware version on printer. 13. Update is done.
USER GUIDE 12.2. Firmware update on older printers If you have an older printer and have not updated the firmware in a long time, you will first need to re-start your printer. From time-to-time you may encounter a traffic jam scenario when attempting to upload this new fimware; in some cases your CraftBot’s screen will go completely blank and even seem to be “non-functional” but do not worry! This situation can be easily remedied by following these easy steps to fix your machine.
USER GUIDE 13. APPLYING A NEW LAYER OF PROTECTIVE KAPTON SHEET TO YOUR BUILD PLATE Build plate Kapton sheets get worn out in time or can be damaged by the nozzle due to incorrect levelling or removing the printed models. Reapplying a new Kapton sheet is essential to maximize print qualities if the old one has issues/ damages. To reapply a new Kapton sheet, take the build plate out of the machine and remove the old sheet by striping it off of the glass plate.
USER GUIDE TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS PRINTING PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS X: 40.6 cm / 16 inch Printing technology: Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) Build volume: 25 x 20 x 20 cm / 10 x 8 x 8inch Layer resolution: 50 micron (with 0.25 mm nozzle) Position precision: X,Y: 4 micron; Z: 2 micron Filament diameter: 1.75 mm Nozzle diameter: 0.4 mm Print speed: 50 - 200 mm/s Filament types: PLA, ABS, HIPS, PET, nylon, etc. Noise level: ~ 48 - 49 decibels Weight: 14.45 kg Power consumption: cca.
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