Original The fast, easy to use, Open-source 3D printer User manual English Version 1.
Table of Contents A. Welcome to the Ultimaker Original A1. The Ultimaker experience A2. Specifications of the Ultimaker Original B. First B1. B2. B3. C. Make a print file with Cura software C1. Cura software interface C2. Cura mouse interface C3. From YouMagine.com to load file in Cura C4. Preparing a 3D model C5. From SD-card to print your file 16 17 18 19 20 D. Use D1. D2. D3. 22 23 25 E. Maintenance for your Ultimaker Original E1. In General E2. The build plate E3. The Heated build plate E4.
WELCOME TO THE ULTIMAKER ORIGINAL 4
A1. Introduction & Specification Dear customer, Thank you for purchasing the Ultimaker Original Kit. This user manual will guide you through the setup and printing process step by step. Available online: www.ultimaker.com/pages/support/manuals There’s also a wealth of information, tips, tricks and amazing Ultimaker printed objects on our online community forum. Drop by and say hello: www.ultimaker.com/forum Visit YouMagine for fun projects and free printable models: www.youmagine.
A2. Specification of the Ultimaker Original Printing Print technology Fused filament fabrication (FFF) Build volume 21 x 21 x 20,5 cm Layer resolution Ultra high 20 micron 60 micron High 100 micron Medium 200 micron Low Position precision X 12,5 micron Y 12,5 micron Z 1.875 micron Filament diameter 2.85 mm (generally known as 3 mm filament) Nozzle diameter 0.
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B1. Downloading and installing Cura Before we start using the Ultimaker Original we need to install the software to calibrate the machine. The preferred software for your Ultimaker Original is Cura developed at Ultimaker. This software package prepares your 3D model into instructions that your Ultimaker uses to produce an object. 1. The Cura software package can be downloaded from the “Our software” section on our website: www.ultimaker.com/pages/our-software 2.
B2. The first run wizard This chapter guides you through the steps and the first run of the Ultimaker Original. After you switch on your Ultimaker Original, lets install Cura and make your 3D printer print ready. 1. When you start Cura for the first time. Make sure you follow the configuration wizard. Select Ultimaker Original as your printer. Also deselect the check box if you do not agree with us checking your slicer profiles. Cura 13.02 or newer can collect user statistics.
NOTE: Some steps during the endstop checks may be different if you have an Ultimaker Original+ 4. In the next configuration steps we want to do some check ups on your Ultimaker Original. Make sure before doing these checks you have: - Connected the usb cable - The printhead is in the middle of the frame [1] - The build plate has some distance from the nozzle, minimal 3 cm. [2] [1] [2] NOTE: with the Heated bed the build plate might look different. the checks are still the same. 5.
8. If the printhead can’t touch the end stop, don’t force it. Unscrew the end stop with the hex screwdriver and move it a bit inwards the frame, as indicated on the image. 9. Move the printhead to the left corner untill you hear a click. 10. Now do the same with side front Y endstop. 11. Now do the same with side back Y endstop. 12. Next step is to click the top Z-end stop, rotate the build plate screw or click it with your screw driver/finger. 13.
If the build plate is too far away from the nozzle your 3D-print might not stick to the build plate. Equally, if you adjust the build plate too close to the nozzle, the build plate can block the filament from extruding from the nozzle. NOTE: If you have a heated bed installed follow steps 14a to 18a 14. In this step Cura will help you to level your printbed. Make sure you choose the [Connect to printer] button to perform this action. 15.
If the build plate is too far away from the nozzle your 3D-print might not stick to the build plate. Equally, if you adjust the build plate too close to the nozzle, the build plate can block the filament from extruding from the nozzle. 14a. In this step Cura will help you to level your printbed. Make sure you choose the [Connect to printer] button to perform this action. 15a. The printhead should have moved to its homing position in the front left corner.
B3. Installing filament and the spoolholder 1. First rotate the the small black lever vertically then pull it all the way up. 2. Now take the black feeder part and pull it outwards, this gives you a better view how to get your filament into the material feeder. 3. Now take the filament wire and guide it upwards between the two wooden plates and up through the coupling. 4. Make sure you push the filament all the way through to the end of the bowdentube untill you can’t move it any further. 5.
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C1. Cura software interface This is the main screen of Cura. Here you can choose which object or objects to print. And how you want them to be printed. 4 1 2 3 9 5 6 7 8 10 1. Load file Click this button to load an object to your print area. You can add as many objects as you can fit on the plate. 2. Save/print toolpath When you press this button the prepared toolpath will be saved on your drive or SD card. It can also be printed directly if a usbcable is connected. 3. Share on YouMagine.
C2. Cura mouse interface The following mouse actions are used to work, navigate and view the 3D model: Leftmouse button Scrollwheel button Select objects. Hold and move the mouse to drag object on the 3D print area. Use the scroll wheel to zoom in or out. Rightmouse button Hold and move the mouse to rotate the viewpoint around the 3D model. + Rightmouse button + Shift Hold and move the mouse to pan the 3D view. Right and left mouse button Hold and move the mouse to zoom. C2.
C3. From YouMagine.com to Cura Now that you are familiar with Cura we continue to explain how you can download a 3D file from YouMagine.com and load this into Cura. YouMagine.com is an online community for 3D printing. 1. Open your browser and go to www.youmagine.com 2. Use the search field at the menu bar next to the magnifying glass to find a model of your interest. Let’s search for example “coffee cup” and ‘Enter’. 3. Choose a design you like. 4.
C4. Preparing a 3D model 1. Most 3D printable files that you will find on YouMagine.com are in the STL format. Let’s start by clicking the Load button in Cura. 2. When you have loaded a file into Cura you might notice the progress bar. Cura will automatically start making the 3D model print ready for you. 3. In the meantime you can adjust settings and select a print type. 4. When the 3D model is prepared, the Save toolpath button pops up and gives you the option to save the prepared model in a directory.
C5. From SD-card to print your file 1. After saving the file and safely ejecting your SD-card from your computer, it is time to insert it in the SD-card Slot at the side of your UltiController. 2. By navigating to [card menu] and chosing a file on the sd card, you press the button and your object will start printing. C5.
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D1. At first sight When switching on the Ultimaker, the main thing you will notice is that the display lights up. You instantly get the mainscreen of the controller as shown in the image bellow. First lets explain what you see and their functionalities 2 1 3 4 5 6 7 1. Push wheel : You can navigate through the display by using the button. This button can be pushed and rotated. By rotating you can select or control an action. By pushing you can confirm an action.
D2. Navigation and basic functionalities 1. When pressing down on the push wheel you will be presented with the following screen where see the main menu of the controller. The arrow in front of all the functions indicate’s whats selected 1 2 3 4 1. When you have selected >Info screen (this could also be named >Watch) and push down on the wheel you navigate back to the first screen. 2.
3. When you have selected >Control -> you will proceed to the next sub-menu where you will find a variety of settings that can be used to control your Ultimaker Original. Temperature: In this sub menu you can change several settings that influence the tempe rature of your Ultimaker. Here you can change the nozzle and bed temperature and fanspeed. Motion: Only make changes in the Motion menu if you know what you are doing. More can be found at our wiki page (http://wiki.ultimaker.
D3. Use of the controller during printing You can start a print by navigating to >Print from SD -> and clicking one of the filenames.This will start a print. If your hot end is not heated yet, it will first start heating your hot end to approximately 210°C. Next it will load the data and start your print. When a print has been initiated one option in the menu will change. Instead of >prepare ->, you will find it to be named >Tune -> . In the tune-menu you can live tune your printer.
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E1. In General To achieve the best results from your Ultimaker Original, some basic maintenance is recommended. This chapter contains tips which helps you to keep the Ultimaker Original running at it’s best. Before you make a print a quick check is advised. A visual check is recommended to see if there is not any: - Old prints/objects on the build plate. - Make sure no one can walk over, damage or pull out the power supply cable.
E2. The build plate Note: If you have a Heated Bed installed go to E3 After a lot of printing, The blue tape can get torn or worn down. This can cause an uneven print surface and it is recommended to replace it once a while. 1. Turn off the machine and wait for the printhead to cool down so you won’t burn your hands on a hot printhead. 2. Now carefully push-slide the plexiglass plate out of its clamp system. 3.
E3. The Heated build plate After a lot of printing, The glass plate can get a little bit dirty and the excess glue needs to be cleaned off. It is recommended to do this every once in a while. 1. Turn off the machine and wait for the printhead and printbed to cool down so you won’t burn your hands. 2. Now carefully move the glass retainer clips all the way to the side. (use a screwdriver as leverage. 3.
E4. Cleaning the material feeder Note: The drive might look different for your machine. In the Ultimaker material feeder sits a knurled bolt. This bolt grips the filament and can sometimes get clogged because the feeder is a bit dirty. Then the material will start to slip. You clean its as follow. 1. First pull the black lever upwards and open the material feeder. 2. Then take off the little clip that holds the filament gear in place. 3. Now you can take out the bigger wheel with the dirty knurled bolt.
E5. Lubricating the axes Z-Axes Approximately every half year the threaded rod on the z-stage has to be lubricated. A green grease (Magnalube-G) is supplied with the Ultimaker Original. This grease is the lubrication which has to be used only on the threaded Z-stage rod. Note: the green grease should be applied as shown in the photograph. Make sure you spread 10 drops of grease over the entire exposed threaded rod.
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F1. Terminology ABS filament: This is a well-known plastic known for Build plate screws: These screws can adjust the its strength and industrial properties. leveling of the build plate. Build plate: The frame that supports the plexiglass Power supply: The A/C power supply. It consists print plate. of a block and a power cable. The cable can have Cura: Open Source Software that allows you to turn different power plugs (US, EU,AU,UK). It depends on your 3D model into a printable file.
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