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1. Draft A print that does not require strength or fine details Layers e 0 070 mm High quality prints e 0 200 mm Shorter print time Density e Hollow Short print times and low material use e Strong Stronger prints e Almost Solid High material use and almost solid prints e Honeycomb Used for strong prints e Diamonds For general printing e Lines Shorter print time Supports e Supports are structures that are automatically printed under overhanging parts of your model e Rafts are printed during the first few layers to help the model adhere to the print pad 3D Systems Inc 48 Print Settings Custom Select Custom to view the current print settings You can personalize the settings by selecting a category and then selecting the arrows to expand your options MY SHELF DESIGN FEED Print Settings Custom e Layers 0 200 MM gt OMEN sea nic Standard Density Strong About Premium AU Diamonds Draft Supports OFF Raft OFF e Vase faceted Layers e 0 070 mm e 0 200 mm Density e Hollow e Strong e Almost Solid Fill Pattern Honeycomb e Diamonds e Lines Supports On e Off Rafts On e Off 3D Systems Inc Print Settings Standard Select Standard for strong prints that do not require fine detail MY SHELF DESIGN FEED Print Settings Custom Layers 0 200 MM Cube Info Standard ZA Density Strong 44 About Premium Fill Pattern Diamonds Draft Supp
2. Extracting Cubify msi 4 Select Next to continue 5 To install the software you must accept the terms in the license agreement Select the checkbox and then select Next to continue NOTE By selecting the checkbox you agree to the license terms and conditions 6 Enter a User Name and Organization in the provided fields Select Next to continue 7 Select Next to install the application in the listed location or select Change and browse to a different location 8 Select Install to continue 3D Systems Inc 33 Welcome to the InstallShield Wizard for Cubify The InstaliSveld R Wizard vell install Cubify on your computer To contiewe dick Next WARNING This program ts protected by copyright lew and international treaties END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT NK YOU FOR PURCHASING A 3D PRINTER SYSTEM FROM 3D SYSTEMS READ THIS END USER SOFTWARE LICENSE AGREEMENT THE CLICKING AN I AGREE BUTTON BELOW YOU REPRESENT THAT YOU ARE THE LICENSEE OR I accept the terms in the boense agreement _ me 1 do not accept the terms in the license agreement InstallShield I Cubity InstallShield Wizard Destination Folder Click Next to install to thes folder or dick Change to install to a t Install Cubify to C Program Files 86 130 Systems Cubiy aF Cubity InstallShield Wizard NOTE Please wait while Cubify installs Installing Cubify The program
3. 1 Navigate to the Printer Calibration screen and select CALIBRATE Printer calibration CALIBRATE 2 Select Auto Cal Level Plate Functions NOTE The printer will maneuver the print pad to center it and then position it under the print jet nozzles 3 Lower the value on your display by 1 00 using the down arrow NOTE The value displayed may be different from the illustration Referring to this illustration your target value would be close to 4 76 If the value displayed is 6 23 your target value would be close to 5 23 The final adjustment value should be close to the target value but does not need to be exact CAL 2 CANCEL 4 Insert the gap gauge between the print pad A and the left print jet nozzle B NOTE The left print jet is print jet 1 Level Plate Parameters CANCEL 3D Systems Inc 88 5 Using the up arrow slowly raise the print pad one press at a time While the print pad is being raised slide the gap gauge back and forth under the left print jet Once you feel a slight resistance on the gap gauge remove the gap gauge from the print pad 6 Press the white space to the right of CAL 2 NOTE This illustration shows the target area where you need to press NOTE The printer will begin the calibration 7 Record the value for CAL 1 NOTE This value will need to be used again in this procedure NOTE The printer will display a value for CAL 2 8 Select the checkmark to sa
4. 2 Enter a name for your printer Scroll through the characters by pressing the arrow symbols on each side of the screen Select the characters to spell the name Select the checkmark to confirm your choice NOTE Selecting the abc button toggles between lowercase letters uppercase letters and numerals 3D Systems Inc 97 completed in 09m TEST CUBE PRINT NAME What would you like to name me UPDATING THE CUBE FIRMWARE The printer firmware can either be updated via wireless connection or by using a USB mass storage device NOTE Whenever a firmware update is performed you must perform the Auto Level and Auto Gap procedures Updating Firmware Using Wi Fi 1 Select SETUP PRINT SETUP 2 Navigate to the System 3 screen and select FIRMWARE FIRMWARE INFO 3 Select WIFI Select firmware update method USB KEY NOTE The printer will attempt to connect to the server 3D Systems Inc 98 ES NOTE If the printer can not connect to the server select RETRY to Could not connect to server BS connect to the server Select CANCEL if you do not want to update the firmware CANCEL NOTE The printer will check for a firmware update NOTE The printer will begin downloading new firmware The blue bar is a progress indicator NOTE The download could take a few minutes WARNING DO NOT POWER OFF OR DISCONNECT THE PRINTER FROM UTILITY POWER DURING THE UPDATE PROCESS DRA NOTE If
5. 3D Systems Inc Select a creation from a collection Sis x MY SHELF DESIGN FEED Kids Kids MRN Sort by pric al li Treads Cubify Robot 6 Free file Ticker Cubify Robot 5 Free file 4 i Rocketpack Cubify Robot 4 we Buckethead Cubify Robot 3 Free file Wheels Cubify Robot 2 Free file E Raygun Cubify Robot 1 Free file After selecting a creation you can find more information about the item purchase it print it free files only or add it to your shelf Some models have multiple views Select the navigation buttons A to see other views MY SHELF DESIGN FEED MEN Print at home Free Not an available feature for mobile applications 3D Systems Inc My Shelf Tab My Shelf is your personal storage place on Cubify com where you can manage your creations z ANALOG AMP ANALOG AMP_1 Y M ANALOG AMP 1 Y x DESIGN FEED j Q ES Batman_Small Batman_Small_1 Sort the items in My Shelf by Name or Date You may also filter your items by file type 3D files include STL Puter files Print files are cube3 files optimized and ready to print Refresh Refresh your application to ensure all of your content is Current Add Files You can add items to your shelf The EKOCYCLE icon indicates a print ready EROCTCER ICON EKOCYOLE Cube fie Item Selection You can select an item to print The Cube icon indicat
6. 1 After powering on your printer press the touchscreen to begin 2 Select PRINT NOTE If the file is saved on a USB mass storage device insert the device into the USB inlet port on the printer NOTE You may also send the file from Cubify software to the printer using a wireless connection Wireless transfer of print files usually takes more time than USB mass storage device transfer PRINT SETUP 3 Using the arrows navigate to the file name of your creation Select PRINT NOTE The file name will appear at the top of the display 01h 25m PRINT 3D Systems Inc 27 NOTE If the print file requires PLA material and ABS material is This print requires PLA material installed the printer will prompt you to change the cartridge s Select CHANGE CARTRIDGE and refer to the section titled Replacing A Material Cartridge for instructions about replacing a cartridge CHANGE CARTRIDGE NOTE If the print file requires ABS material and PLA material is This print requires ABS material installed the printer will prompt you to change the cartridge s Select CHANGE CARTRIDGE and refer to the section titled Replacing A Material Cartridge for instructions about replacing a cartridge CHANGE CARTRIDGE NOTE If there is not enough material in the cartridge to complete Not enough material for this print the print the printer will prompt you to either change the cartridge s or continue using the cartridge until the print mater
7. Select the checkmark to continue NOTE As you rotate the print jet ensure the print jet tube is tucked under the top of the printer cover 3D Systems Inc 17 Please wait while hanna Cartridge installation complete Please wait while ham 18 Mount the cartridge on the right side of the printer and select the checkmark to continue NOTE It may become necessary to slightly rotate the cartridge to seat it properly ES NOTE The print jet will begin to heat Once the print jet has reached BS the proper temperature the printer will prime melted material into the refuse bin 19 The right cartridge has been installed Select the checkmark to continue 20 Select PRINT 21 It is recommended that Auto Level is performed prior to the first print Ensure the print pad is clean and installed properly and then select the checkmark to continue to Auto Level NOTE When installed properly the print pad magnetically attaches to the adjustment knobs 3D Systems Inc 18 Insert the cartridge on the right Please wait while hana Cartridge installation complete Press PRINT to start a test print Check the print plate Ensure that the print plate is cleaned of glue and debris and properly installed Y NOTE The printer will begin the Auto Level procedure This may Leveling plate take a few minutes CANCEL ES NOTE If the print pad is not level remove the print pad and sel
8. 6 Dry the print pad completely before reinstalling it into the printer Removing Rafts CAUTION Failure to completely dry the print pad before reinstalling it into the printer can damage sensitive electrical components and void the manufacturer s warranty A raft is the flat support structure that is attached to the base of your creation if you enabled that option when generating the cube3 file Although it is recommended that parts are generated and printed without rafts some larger more complicated parts may require one ABS Raft PLA Part PLA Raft ABS Part ABS Raft ABS Part PLA Raft PLA Part Removing Supports ABS rafts can be peeled away from PLA parts PLA rafts can be pulled from ABS parts Use pliers to pull away as much of the raft as possible Then use a rough grade sandpaper to remove the remaining raft material followed by a fine grade wet and dry sandpaper to achieve a smoother finish Use pliers to pull away as much of the raft as possible Then use a rough grade sandpaper to remove the remaining raft material followed by a fine grade wet and dry sandpaper to achieve a smoother finish Supports are used when printing creations that need a supporting structure to print properly Cut away the support structure from your creation using wire cutters Once the supports have been cut away use fine grade sandpaper not included to finish smoothing the part 3D Systems Inc O CUBIFY SOFTWARE Cubify so
9. A 79 General Clean sasana oe ha aeeae se a eee eee O se ica de a IR a A e ee eee ets 79 Removing Waste from the Jet Wiper Purge BiNS oo oooooornnr ee 79 Replacing ING JEU WIPES oud icici wade beeen ieee a o dodo ad ee eee ee ae Geek oad 80 PTOCEOUIG ocu Bae ee EE ae eo ed Sa e beac eee eee Be eee es id eee Bene ES 80 Print Pad CalbDra ION rara aw eee we Sw a a we Bs ew Se ee eee we ie ee ws ee 82 Auto Level 0 eee eee ee eee teens 82 Gap V o o A ee sewed oe eke eee ewes Eru eae ee edeawe er dean a eee ee oe 85 Manual REP AMA wes BE Eee dee Oe II II Be bade es dne Ooms be 86 Print Pad UAT NANG Ga ins mnie ka et Se al arash ar pani od Se a a Bn me mt Sg lc mde ww Kae i 87 Clean The Print Pad e see ee eet ee o eee oo ge ee we ee ara debo ee be Bee eee ee ee ae oe Suero 87 Printer Calibrations 11 42 e04ee000 been tit outed R edd es tae a a a bhuewets euedae ts 88 al eepe rinier Peete bated de II 96 Cube Name ocio besvi dar Epse i tas gta aras irc den o ented eee ia beer deen decane ad gees 97 Updating the Cube Firmware cuidara anderen tees bane dee wd Cowen eee ede eae se kee eee kere nd ee 98 Updating Firmware USING Wi Fi 00 ic0cebe0deceenddes ia bia ow did dane ac dete sedans ia dds oy e ws 98 Updating Firmware Using USB 2 2 6t3c0ebe6cec2 enthuse cboeg eve e ddd es bee eek ee bens bhoee deo ie 101 Repacking the Printer cu dps Ok hee a oe es A A e en Eee Keen OC eee eee Eee 103 Contacting SUDDOR asci 200 iS cuerno O
10. Features you selected aro bring installed tsa Pease woe while the resiste Wizard ingialls Cubify This may take several mane Habs Cresting shortcuts 1 9 Select Finish InstallShleld Wizard Completed Installing Cubify Software For Apple OS X NOTE Apple OS X computers can only communicate with printers that are connected to the same wireless network 1 Goto www cubify com and log in with your username and password Cube tis 3D Printing Real Easy 2 Go to www cubify com en cube activate Select MAC 3D Printing Real Easy MAT wow 979 00 3 Double click the Cube software dmg installer file FAVORITES se E AI My Files AS AirDrop A Applications E Desktop T Documents Downloads H Movies JD Music Pictures SHARED 3D Systems Inc 34 4 Drag the Cubify icon into the Applications folder ana T Cubif NOTE If the Drag to Install window did not open locate the Cubify driver in your device panel Select Cubify to download the software NOTE Safari users will not have to unzip the dmg file it unzips as it downloads NOTE Cubify can be opened by navigating to the Applications page and double clicking the Cubify icon AAA Installing Cubify for Android NOTE Android devices can only communicate with printers that are connected to the same wireless network 1 Open the Play Store from your A
11. Level procedure again NOTE Select SKIP to bypass the Auto Level procedure It is recommended that Auto Level procedure is performed again 20 Once Auto Level is successful the printer will being checking the Z gap NOTE The printer will perform an automated gap measurement This may take a few minutes 21 Select the checkmark to continue E NOTE If Auto Gap is not successful it is recommended that you BS perform Auto Level and Auto Gap again Select AUTO LEVEL to continue NOTE If Auto Gap is not successful the second time select PLATE MAINTENANCE For more information refer to the section titled Print Pad Maintenance Once the Plate Maintenance procedure has been performed perform Auto Level and Auto Gap NOTE If Auto Gap is still not successful select MANUAL GAP ADJUSTMENT Refer to the section titled Manual Gap Adjustment for more information Once the Manual Gap Adjustment procedure has been performed note the final reading for future reference 3D Systems Inc 92 Leveling plate manually Manual leveling finished Setting the Z gap CANCEL Sorry Auto gap was unsuccessful MANUAL GAP ADJUSTMENT MAINTENANCE CANCEL 22 Navigate to http cubify com en Cube Activate Select CALIBRATION FILES Cube 3D Printing Real Easy BA how 19 00 23 Extract the files to your computer 24 Navigate to the appropriate file and save it to the root directory first level of your file struct
12. become necessary to rotate the cartridge to seat it properly ES NOTE The print jet will begin to heat Once the print jet has reached BS the operating temperature the printer will prime melted material into the refuse bin 7 The left cartridge has been installed Select the checkmark to complete the procedure NOTE Once the cartridge has been installed allow the print jet to cool down before continuing 3D Systems Inc 26 Insert print jet and rotate Top of ae an Insert print jet and rotate Insert the cartridge on the left Please wait while hanna Cartridge installation complete PRINTING YOUR CREATION There are many 3D creations available at www cubify com In addition you can create your own with Cubify Invent and Cubify Sculpt software available at www cubify com The printer can only print cube3 files Other file formats like stl must be processed through Cubify software before they can be printed For more information about converting other 3D files to cube3 print files refer to the section titled Cubify Software PRINTING PROCEDURE The following procedure illustrates how to print a creation A Caution Ensure the print pad is clean before printing NOTE For best results perform the Auto Level and Auto Gap procedures before your first print NOTE After every 10 prints the printer will prompt you to perform the Auto Level and Auto Gap procedures Cube Touch screen to start
13. creation from the print pad cleaning the print pad and cleaning the part 3D Systems Inc 30 REMOVING YOUR CREATION FROM THE PRINT PAD CAUTION Before attempting to remove your creation from the print pad ensure that the printer has finished printing Once printing has completed the print platform and print pad will move to the bottom of the printer 1 Grasp the front of the print pad lift upward and remove it from the print platform 2 Submerge the print pad and the base of the part in warm water for ten 10 minutes NOTE IF you can not submerge the print pad in warm water run hot water over the base of the part for ten 10 minutes If the part still does not release easily from the print pad after ten 10 minutes continue to run hot NOTE If the part does not release from the print pad easily allow the part to soak longer water over the part 3 Using a rounded scraper gently release your creation from the print pad illustration CAUTION Always move the scraper away from the body The scraper can cause injury if not used correctly NOTE The appearance of your scraper may differ from the CAUTION Exercise caution when using a tool to remove a part so the print pad is not damaged or gouged 4 Rinse your creation under hot water to ensure all of the glue has been removed 5 Rinse the print pad under water to clean off any remaining glue
14. generated browse to the USB mass storage device and select Save Organiza d Favorites E Desktop i Downlcads V Dropbox Recent Places Libraries Documents wal Musie E Pictures File pare ing ESN FEED Please check your priri petting Save to Shelf Save to File Generating print file Please wait Cancel Date modified Ko items match your search Save as types cused files cube3 7 Select OK ann MY SHELF e 9 8 Refer to the section titled Printing Your Creation for information about printing from a USB mass storage device 3D Systems Inc 71 DESGH FEED Offline Cube Prado check pour print prttirgi save to Shelf Save to File APPLYING CUBE GLUE Cube Glue contains water soluble glue that adheres the part to the print pad It is important that glue is applied to the print pad before starting any print to ensure that the creation does not move during the printing process Cube Glue contains a foam applicator under the cap It is recommended that the bottle is turned upside down with the cap on to allow the glue to settle into the applicator before applying For best results apply two thin layers of glue to the print pad using slow circular motions when prompted by the touchscreen display Apply the glue in an overlapping pattern The coverage dimensions should be larger than the footprint of the creation you are printing Layer 1 Apply a thin la
15. last layer on top of the creation has been printed CUBE 3D PRINTER FEATURES e Material cartridge e 25 free 3D print creations e USB inlet port and Wi Fi connectivity CUBE 3D PRINTER PROPERTIES Technology Plastic Jet Printing PJP Print Jets Up to two 2 jets Maximum Creation Size 6 x 6 x 6 152 40 mm x 152 40 mm x 152 40 mm Material Tough recyclable plastic Layer Thickness 070 mm 70 microns 200 mm 200 microns Supports Fully automated easy to peel off Cartridge 1 cartridge prints 13 to 14 mid size creations Up to two 2 cartridge capacity Material Colors Visit www cubify com for a listing of color choices The number of jets and cartridge capacity depends on the printer model and configuration 3D Systems Inc O AT A GLANCE 3D Systems Inc PRINT SETUP Print Jets Print Jet Tubes Material Cartridges Print Pad Print Platform Touchscreen Display On Off Button USB Inlet Port Mass Storage Device Power Inlet Refuse Bins USB B Port for future use WEIGHT Maximum Cube Weight with cartridges 17 lbs 7 7 kg Maximum Box Weight 23 lbs 10 43 kg SOFTWARE Complimentary Cubify software for Windows and Mac OS X as well as iOS and Android mobile applications These applications generate cube3 file for printing on your printer OPENGL VERSION e OpenGLES 2 0 on mobile platforms e Open GL 3 0 on Windows and Mac using 3 2 library of GLU W
16. print jet nozzles are at room temperature before attempting to clean them DRA 1 Select MANUAL GAP ADJUSTMENT MANUAL GAP PLATE g CANCEL 2 Place the gap gauge on top of the print pad under the left print jet Select the checkmark to continue Set plate Z gap NOTE Ensure the left cartridge is installed before performing this procedure NOTE The Gap Gauge is a thin polyester strip approximately 8 5 216 mm long and 1 5 38 mm wide 3 Gently slide the gap gauge back and forth between the print pad and the left print jet Using the arrows raise or lower the print pad until you feel a slight resistance on the gauge Select the checkmark when you feel the proper resistance Set plate Z height into the print pad Once you feel a slight resistance in the Gap Gauge as it moves between the print pad and the left print jet the gap is correct A Caution Exercise caution to prevent the print jet from pressing CANCEL 3D Systems Inc 86 PRINT PAD MAINTENANCE Auto Level and Auto Gap can be affected by residual glue or print material adhered to the print pad The procedures can also be affected by a print pad that is too shiny 1 If Auto Gap is unsuccessful after two consecutive attempts select PLATE MAINTENANCE 2 Using the fine grit sandpaper included with the printer buff the print pad NOTE Refer to the section titled Clean The Print Pad for specific instructions NOTE Ensure the p
17. pull out 6 Insert the cartridge print jet from the replacement cartridge into the print jet Insert print jet and rotate opening on top of the printer 7 Rotate the cable clockwise until the dots A align Select the checkmark to Insert print jet and rotate continue NOTE As the print jet is rotating ensure the print jet tube is tucked under the top of the printer cover 8 Mount the new cartridge to the right side of the printer Select the checkmark to continue NOTE Ensure the print jet tube is tucked under the top of the printer cover Insert the cartridge on the right 3D Systems Inc 74 ES NOTE The print jet will begin to heat Once the print jet has Please wait while hasura it BS reached the proper temperature the printer will prime melted E material into the refuse bin 9 Select the checkmark to complete the procedure Cartridge installation complete SETTING UP A WIRELESS CONNECTION Wireless connections can be made with a Wi Fi network or an ad hoc network Setting Up A Wi Fi Connection 1 Select SETUP PRINT SETUP 2 Navigate to the Network screen and select WIFI Network 3D Systems Inc 75 3 Select WIFI Select WiFi connection type NOTE The printer will search for area networks CANCEL 4 Using the up or down arrows browse to your network name and select it NOTE Connection to a network is confirmed by a checkmark to the left of the network name If the networ
18. the checkmark to continue Dosequi_ lt qrst 9 ES l sd NOTE The display will indicate when the network connection has Connected to SF3DSys been made C NOTE If the wrong password was entered you will be asked to Wrong password for SF3DSys enter the password again after a few seconds NOTE If the printer can not connect to a network you will be asked Could not connect to SF3DSys to select another network after a few seconds 3D Systems Inc 13 NOTE Connection to a network is confirmed by a checkmark to the left of the network name If the network is secure a lock icon will appear to the right of the network name 4 Select the checkmark to continue to the registration and warranty activation process 5 Log in to Cubify com Go to www cubify com select My Cubify and log in to your account BS NOTE You must be logged in to www cubify com to activate BS your printer If you have not activated an account select SIGN UP and enter the appropriate information 6 Go to www cubify com activate Ba NOTE The serial number for your printer will appear on the BS printer s touchscreen display Take note of the serial number You will need it to activate your printer 7 Select the checkmark to continue NOTE This illustration provides an example of a serial number Do not use this number to activate your printer 3D Systems Inc 14 Select your network A Y SF3DSys a Y Please
19. update NOTE The printer will begin to transfer new firmware The blue bar is a progress indicator NOTE The transfer could take a few minutes WARNING DO NOT POWER OFF OR DISCONNECT THE PRINTER FROM UTILITY POWER DURING THE UPDATE PROCESS NOTE If no new firmware is available select the checkmark to continue NOTE If the firmware transfer fails select RETRY to start the Firmware download failed download again Select CANCEL if you do not want to update the firmware CANCEL NOTE The firmware will begin to install The blue bar is a progress indicator NOTE The installation could take a few minutes WARNING DO NOT POWER OFF OR DISCONNECT THE PRINTER FROM UTILITY POWER DURING THE UPDATE PROCESS 3D Systems Inc 102 NOTE If the firmware update fails Select RETRY to attempt to install the firmware again Select CANCEL if you do not want to update the firmware 5 When prompted press and release the power button and wait until the display turns on NOTE It may take a minute for the display to turn on 6 Perform the Auto Level and Auto Gap procedures NOTE For more information refer to the section titled Print Pad Calibration REPACKING THE PRINTER Firmware download failed CANCEL RETRY If the printer should ever need to be transported the printer must be properly repackaged using the original packaging materials If you no longer have your original packaging materials contact
20. user can perform the Manual Gap procedure 3D Systems Inc 23 PRINT SETUP MENTE MENTE CARTRIDGE CHANGE STATUS CARTRIDGE Print plate calibration Printer Calibration CALIBRATE CALIBRATE is a utility that allows you to finely tune your gap settings When Level Gap Auto Gap and Manual Gap have been successful but the bottom layer of your print appears stringy and not tightly fused together your printer should be calibrated Printer calibration CALIBRATE Network WIFI The Network screen provides a utility to connect the printer to a wireless network Wireless connections include e Wi Fi Ad Hoc Network System 1 TEST PRINT TEST PRINT is a feature that allows you to perform a test print which is saved in the printer This Test Print is the same Welcome Message test print that is printed when first setting up and activating your printer CUBE NAME CUBE NAME is a utility that allows you to change the name of your printer CUBE NAME System 2 SELECT LANGUAGE SELECT LANGUAGE allows you to localize the printer to your language LIGHT The LIGHT icon allows you to turn on or off the system LEDs SELECT LANGUAGE System 3 FIRMWARE Selecting FIRMWARE allows you to update the printer firmware either with a file downloaded to a USB mass storage device or by wireless connection INFO By selecting INFO the printer will display the printer status FIRMWARE INFO 3D Systems Inc 24 IN
21. 1442 279 839 UK or 44 1442 279 839 UK or 1 678 338 3480 outside the US 49 6151 357 499 DE weekdays during 49 6151 357 499 DE weekdays weekdays during normal business hours normal business hours or by email at during normal business hours or by or by email at cubifysupport cubify cubifysupport cubify com email at cubifysupport cubify com com 3D Systems Inc E IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY SYMBOLS AND DEFINITIONS HOT SURFACE HAZARD A HOT SURFACE IS ACCESSIBLE IN THE VICINITY OF THIS SIGN OR AT THE PRINT JET AVOID CONTACT WITH THESE AREAS HOT SURFACES CAN CAUSE SEVERE BURNS Caution Indicates something may happen that could cause loss of data damage to equipment or could cause personal injury Caution Indicates a pinch point hazard that could cause personal injury SHOCK WARNING INDICATES A POTENTIAL SHOCK HAZARD SAFETY GUIDELINES Follow all safety rules in this section and observe all cautions and warnings in this guide DO NOT modify any safety features or make modifications to the Cube Doing so is prohibited and voids the manufacturer s war ranty Use of print materials or 3D prints other than 3D Systems print materials and genuine 3D Systems components may void the warranty Adult supervision is required observe children closely and intervene as necessary to prevent potential safety problems and ensure the Cube s appropriate use Ensure small 3D prints are not accessible to young child
22. B NMB 3 B This device complies with Industry Canada license exempt RSS standard s Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause interference and 2 this device must accept any interference including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device Le pr sent appareil est conforme aux CNR d Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence L exploitation est autoris e aux deux conditions suivantes 1 l appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage et 2 l utilisateur de l appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radio lectrique subi m me si le brouillage est susceptible d en compromettre le fonctionnement 3D Systems Inc WARRANTY 3D Systems warrants that the Cube 3D Printer will be free from defects in materials and workmanship during the applicable warranty period when used under the normal conditions described in the documentation provided to you including this user guide 3D Systems will promptly repair or replace the Cube 3D Printer if required to make it free of defects during the warranty period This warranty excludes i normal consumable or expendable parts such as Material Cartridges Print Pads and Cube Glue ii repairs required during the warranty period because of abnormal use or conditions such as riots floods misuse neglect or improper service by anyone except 3D Systems or its authorized service provider and iii repairs required dur
23. DA A OS k sDSYSTEMS h Cube 3 Generation Personal 3D Printer 52 Y M El hcl q MA oe i pa pur gusi y gt a E ss E pu 1 yr 1 1 User Guide Original Instructions D INTRODUCTION carnin inina EEE E E E Satan e a tele eee E ENE 1 COPYRIGHT INFORMATION 2 2 2 2 ooo eee 1 PCC NOTICE osea eee ee sere eee ecee pas ao eee eee eee tee eee eee ae an A seus a 1 eee ore see eee eee eee eee eee ees See pee ee seen eee ee eee eee ee eee soe eee eee eee EEE EN 1 COMPLIANCE acc cpe5e cee eee eee shee ee eee Pena eed pee ee Eee a eee eos sa as 1 WARRANT 2 cba east oros been a ee ede o ds a eee oe one E a as 2 LIMITATION OF LIABILITY Scsi ae ai ia da e apena 2 EXTENDED WARRANTY coastal atar cts iaa dro baaa id 2 O IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 000502 ercer errar ai ie obese 3 Safety Symbols and Definitions s cc0csc sc ower ho iee et eddie ed aa errada a tweens 3 Safely GUIKGIINGS varices ade awe heed a eee en cae ee ee Owe A eee dee eee eo ee oi 3 CUBE 3D PRINTER FEATURES sc 6 34 65 b ohew she ee eS a ties bee eee ee eek a eee eee 4 Cube 3D Printer Features 4 nse ee es ee ad bie ee a oe ee a A do drid dd eee 4 Cube 3D Printer Propemies sasssa caia arras dd doi alisar ias Ape Powe ee eee ete ee ee oe ees 4 4 ATAGILANCE 5 O SPECIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS ccccccc eee 6 WIGIONG 222520 acido ranura ea erica ep ds 6 SONNIE bio
24. EE ds e ee eee eee eee A E we 105 iy CUBIFY SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM 0000 00 cc ccceee cece cece ee eeee cess eeeeeeeeneeeeeeeeeeenans 106 Thank you for purchasing the Cube 3D Printer This printer is portable with a plug and print design that enables everybody in the family to express their creativity like never before With multiple material colors to choose from and two types of materials enjoy the freedom to print in your true colors or mix it up With its ready to print technology the Cube provides a new dimension to your imagination and helps you share your creations with others in the Cubify community at Cubify com At Cubify com you can e Upload your creations e Purchase creations e Get your creations 3D printed and shipped to you e Engage with other creative partners e Buy the Cube 3D Printer print cartridges and supplies COPYRIGHT INFORMATION 2014 by 3D Systems Inc All rights reserved This document is subject to change without notice This document is copyrighted and contains proprietary information that is the property of 3D Systems Inc The 3D Systems logo 3D Systems Cube and Cubify are registered trademarks of 3D Systems Inc Use of the Cubify com website constitutes acceptance of its Terms of Service and Privacy Policy FCC NOTICE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to prov
25. EW Cubify at www cubify com is the central hub for all things possible with the 3D printed lifestyle Cubify offers everything from co creation with favorite brands a curated shopping experience centered around personalized fashion d cor toys and more Cubify is an application for the Cube that can connect to your www cubify com account Users can find free creations or purchase other creations from a large number of available 3D models Cubify imports 3D content files such as stl and ply and prepares them for printing with your printer Cubify is available for Windows and OS X operating systems as well as Android and OSO mobile platforms Desktop applications have more features than mobile applications but each version provides a robust channel to the 3D printing lifestyle The following overview illustrates the desktop applications and some features may not be available on mobile platforms A B C D ait MY SHELF DESIGN FEED Parallel Line Coaster Yo Alv macil_Sense_cm You may connect to your printer on your wireless network and transfer print files wirelessly or you can use the printer offline and transfer print Tools used to access the print files Tool Ribbon from www cubify com Your purchases or downloads can be stored on the Shelf You can Print My Shelf oso custon conta atienstl files using the USB mass storage l device You may also specify the YOU Cre Avon colors and materials to be used for f The
26. INDOWS REQUIREMENTS e Cubify software runs on 32 and 64 bit operating systems e Windows 7 8 and 8 1 e Minimum screen resolution 1024 x 768 e Windows is required for Ad Hoc Wi Fi print job submission MAC OS X REQUIREMENTS e OS X 10 8 and 10 9 Minimum screen resolution 1400 x 900 ANDROID e 4 0 ICS tablets supported IOS e 6 0 iPhone4 and newer Minimum screen resolution iPhone4 WIRELESS OPTIONS e 802 11b g with WPS Infrastructure e Ad Hoc mode USB MASS STORAGE DEVICE e USB mass storage device supplied with the printer to transfer print files to the printer using the USB inlet port ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS Outlet Requirements 100 240 Volts at 50 60 Hz Electrical Rating 24V DC 5 amp MATERIAL STORAGE All polymers degrade with time The following conditions ensure the material remains high quality e Do not unpack cartridges from the foil until the material is needed e Store at room temperature 16 29 C 60 85 F e Non condensing relative humidity 5 25 3D Systems Inc DIMENSIONS 13 3 H x 13 3 W x 11 D 33 5 x 33 8 x 28 cm Front View Side View 13 3 33 5 cm A 11 28 cm 13 3 33 5 cm 3D Systems Inc 7 UNPACKING AND SETTING UP YOUR CUBE CONTENTS a A Removable Cartridges Cube Glue Print Pad A O N i x Quick Start Guide Power Supply Power Cord Pliers Scraper Quick Start Guide Casing and Content
27. Install the new jet wiper onto the purge bin and reinstall the purge bin assembly into the printer NOTE Ensure the jet wiper is fully seated before reinstalling the purge bin assembly 4 Select the checkmark to confirm the replacement of the jet wiper ES Confirmation Please confirm replacement of the wiper or press skip to be reminded later JS 3D Systems Inc 81 PRINT PAD CALIBRATION Print pad calibration is performed at the factory but should be performed routinely to ensure quality printing The printer may occasionally prompt you to perform the Auto Level and Auto Gap procedures If your creations are not printing as expected check the level of the print pad Once Auto Level has been performed perform the Auto Gap procedure NOTE Auto Level should always be performed before the Auto Gap procedure Auto Level 1 Navigate to the Print Plate Calibration screen and select AUTO LEVEL 2 Clean the print pad thoroughly removing all glue and debris Select the checkmark to continue NOTE The surface of the print pad must be completely clean NOTE The Auto Level procedure will begin 3 Once the Auto Level procedure has completed select the checkmark to verify the Z Gap Step 8 If the print pad is out of range continue with the procedure 3D Systems Inc 82 Print plate calibration Check the print plate Ensure that the print plate is cleaned of glue and debris and properly install
28. STALLING A MATERIAL CARTRIDGE Before the printer will print a creation at least one cartridge must be installed If you try to print a creation and no cartridges have been installed the display will prompt you to install a cartridge Caution Material cartridges should only be installed by performing the following procedure Installing the cartridge without following the prompts from the printer menu can damage the printer and print jets and void the manufacturer s warranty PRINT SETUP 1 To install a cartridge select SETUP 2 Select CHANGE CARTRIDGE WEIHER O69 CARTRIDGE CHANGE STATUS CARTRIDGE 3 Select the left cartridge ES NOTE This procedure demonstrates replacing the left material BS cartridge Follow the same concept to replace the right material cartridge if applicable Select cartridge to change NOTE The printer will begin to heat Wait for the printer to heat and then follow the user prompts in the touchscreen menu 3D Systems Inc 25 4 Insert the print jet from the cartridge that will be mounted on the left side of the printer into the left print jet opening on top of the printer 5 Rotate the print jet clockwise until the dots A align Select the checkmark to continue NOTE As you rotate the print jet ensure the print jet tube is tucked under the top of the printer cover 6 Mount the cartridge on the left side of the printer Select the checkmark to continue NOTE It may
29. activate my warranty Please visit www cubify com to create an account and activate my warranty Cube 3D Printing Real Easy mm A bast M f Cube 3D Printing Real Easy MIT Ow 0 10 PLATES THC POS CARTROGES LPP ES Activate my Cube Enter my serial number on cubify 000656301DB1 Y 8 Enter your serial number twice and select Activate CAD qu 3D Printing Real Easy kt ADO PLATES THCY POS C gt ean SS AS ro Activate my Cube BS NOTE Your 4 digit activation code will appear Make note of BS the activation code You will need to enter it into the printer s touchscreen display to activate the printer Congratulations orn heehee Pha bry DA pier sd amaie pp ihe kin ria iry lpr pper ede Fes pia el aj eet ciety pd la tt el gd ee F eee pi ae pj ee eg ee pee eg eee er re 9 Enter the 4 digit activation code into the printer and select the checkmark to continue Enter the 4 digit pincode here 10 Select the checkmark to complete the registration and warranty activation process NOTE Once the printer has been activated you may press and release the button next to the touchscreen display to return to the main menu This will bypass the print pad calibration and test print Congratulations 3D Systems Inc 15 11 Before installing cartridges select the cartridge icon or select START to begin the Sy my tae E ner mea fa process of inst
30. alling your print cartridge Next need cartridged installed ES NOTE The printer will begin to heat Wait until the printer has Please wait while hasang BS finished heating and then follow the user prompts in the touchscreen menu 12 Insert the print jet from the cartridge that will be mounted on the left side of the printer into the left print jet opening on top of the printer Insert print jet and rotate 13 Rotate the print jet clockwise until the dots A align Select the checkmark to continue NOTE As you rotate the print jet ensure the print jet tube is tucked under the top of the printer cover Insert print jet and rotate 14 Mount the cartridge on the left side of the printer and select the checkmark to continue NOTE It may become necessary to slightly rotate the cartridge to seat it properly 3D Systems Inc 16 NOTE The print jet will begin to heat Once the print jet has reached the proper temperature the printer will prime melted material into the refuse bin 15 The left cartridge has been installed Select the checkmark to continue NOTE The printer will begin to heat Wait until the printer has finished heating and then follow the user prompts in the touchscreen menu 16 Insert the print jet from the cartridge that will be mounted on the right side of the printer into the right print jet opening on top of the printer 17 Rotate the print jet clockwise until the dots align
31. ark to perform the Auto Level procedure again NOTE Select SKIP to bypass the Auto Level procedure It is recommended that Auto Level procedure is performed again 9 Once Auto Level is successful the printer will being checking the Z gap NOTE The printer will perform an automated gap measurement This may take a few minutes 10 Select the checkmark to continue E NOTE If Auto Gap is not successful it is recommended that you BS perform Auto Level and Auto Gap again Select AUTO LEVEL to continue NOTE If Auto Gap is not successful the second time select PLATE MAINTENANCE For more information refer to the section titled Print Pad Maintenance Once the Plate Maintenance procedure has been performed perform Auto Level and Auto Gap NOTE If Auto Gap is still not successful select MANUAL GAP ADJUSTMENT Refer to the section titled Manual Gap Adjustment for more information Once the Manual Gap Adjustment procedure has been performed note the final reading for future reference 3D Systems Inc 84 Manual leveling finished Setting the Z gap CANCEL ADJUST Sorry Auto gap was unsuccessful MANUAL AUTO GAP PLATE LEVEL ADJUSTMENT MAINTENANCE CANCEL Y Gap Verification Print a test print from the System 1 menu Once you have removed it from the print pad visually inspect the first bottom layer of the print and verify the quality Turn the print
32. ate Travel Area 5 Remove the top insert 3D Systems Inc 9 6 Fold the sides inward and remove the lower insert from the printer 7 Manually raise the print platform A and remove the spacer B from the printer 8 Open the accessories box and unpack the material cartridge s the USB mass storage device the power supply and cord and the bottle of Cube Glue NOTE Keep all packing materials for future repacking ae gt o NOTE Depending on your configuration you may receive 1 or 2 cartridges with your printer l gt 9 Connect the power supply cable to the power inlet port A on the printer NOTE Ensure the connection is secure The cable should lock in place To remove the cable pull back on the outer cable end and carefully pull it out from the printer 3D Systems Inc 10 10 Connect the power cord to utility power and to the power supply NOTE Ensure the connection is secure 11 Power on the printer by pressing the button next to the touchscreen display 3D Systems Inc 11 INITIAL SETUP OF THE CUBE 1 Select your language Select the checkmark to continue NOTE The selected language will be indicated 2 3 Enter a name for your printer Scroll through the characters by pressing the arrow symbols on each side of the screen Select the characters to spell the name Select the checkmark to confirm your choice NOTE You can change the name of your printer at any t
33. checkmark to go to the main menu NOTE Follow the steps in the section titled Finishing Your Creation completed in 01h 49m Y 3D Systems Inc 69 SAVING A MODEL TO A MASS STORAGE DEVICE Desktop Application For printers not connected to a wireless network you can save Cubify models to a USB mass storage device and then transfer the print files by inserting the device into the USB port on the printer Pan Zoom Rotate the mouse wheel in either direction Move the Stage Press and hold the mouse wheel and drag the mouse Rotate the Stage Right click and drag the mouse to rotate the stage 1 Select an item from My Shelf and select Print Now DESIGH FEED as bo ri pea ew tance tp b 2 Select a color wheel to set a color for your model Select material Select material TM gt mo thas Sr any AA ab AASA i Sire pS f a 3 Select a color and then select Set to continue NOTE For a list of available colors and material types please visit www cubify com Silver Neon green Glow in the dark Green neon green Glow in the dark Purple blue Cancel 4 Color scale and position the model on the print pad 3D Systems Inc 5 Select Save to File bia PY SAHEL NOTE Selecting Save to Shelf will save the print file to My e o Shelf The original 3D file will remain there as well NOTE Cubify will generate a print file 6 Once the file has been
34. ct an item to learn more about it and Selection to download it NOTE Selecting the creation B in the illustration above brings you to the page where you can save it to the Shelf For some creations you may select the option to have Cubify print it for you For more information please visit www cubify com NOTE Items shown without a Cube icon are not printable on a Cube printer NOTE Some models can be purchased To purchase a creation select the option to add to the cart When ready you can finish the transaction and download the model to your Shelf ARA R 3D Systems Inc Shop Tab The store is organized into several categories Select a category from the Shop menu to view the available sub categories This allows for quicker access to your favorite design types x DESIGN FEED ENTERTAINMENT Reconnect with your off hours and infuse your favorite pastimes with pe sonal MANCAVE 7 Category Dropdown Select a category from a dropdown list Featured List Select a category from a list 3D Systems Inc 41 Select the category dropdown list to narrow your search Categories are divided into product types and collections Sis x MY SHELF DESIGN FEED Home MENT ours and infuse your favorite pastimes with persone it thr Fashion Vi D cor Kids Entertainment Mancave Products MY SHELF DESIGN FEED Home Collections ROBOT NATION gt AFTER SCHOOL gt ROYALIZER gt
35. cubifysupport cubify com for assistance in obtaining the appropriate packaging materials 1 Power off the printer by pressing and holding the button next to the touchscreen display 2 Disconnect the power cord from utility power and disconnect the cord from the power supply 3 Disconnect the power supply cable from the printer s power inlet A NOTE The power supply cable is designed to lock in place To remove the cable pull the outer sleeve back to release it and then continue to pull the cable from the printer 4 Securely repack all of the accessories into the accessories box NOTE Refer to the contents list in the section titled Unpacking and Setting Up Your Cube 3D Systems Inc 5 Carefully lift the print platform A and tape the spacer B to the printer in the location shown 6 Place the lower insert on top of the print pad and fold the sides outward 7 Move the print jet mount to the center of the printer and place the top insert over the mount NOTE The top insert is designed to keep the sides of the lower insert pressed outward 8 Place the printer in the protective bag and then place it in the lower foam support in the box 3D Systems Inc 104 9 Place the upper foam support on top of the printer 10 Close the box and install the clips in the cutouts on top of the box 11 Place the printer box into the outer box and seal the outer box CONTACTING SUPPORT Suppo
36. display NOTE If the color built into the test print does not match a color of one of the installed print cartridges the printer will assign an installed cartridge color to the test print Select the checkmark to continue 26 Gently squeeze the bottle and apply two thin layers of Cube Glue to the print pad Select the checkmark to continue AAA a NOTE For more information about applying glue to the print pad refer to the section titled Applying Cube Glue NOTE Apply enough glue to cover a square area of 5 15 cm NOTE For best results allow the glue to dry prior to printing NOTE The printer will begin to heat and then begin printing the welcome message test print 3D Systems Inc 21 Sorry Auto gap was unsuccessful MANUAL GAP PLATE _ ADJUSTMENT MAINTENANCE CANCEL Press PRINT to start a test print Apply glue to the plate BACK Printing Cube_welcom amessage 27 Select the checkmark to go to the main menu Cube_welcome_message is ready completed in 09m NOTE You may also press and release the button next to the touchscreen display to return to the main menu PRINT SETUP 3D Systems Inc 22 MENU OVERVIEW Touchscreen Display After powering on the printer touch the display to start CAUTION When navigating the touchscreen display use only light finger pressure to make selections Using anything shar
37. e print pad to the adjustment knobs NOTE The printer will perform an automated gap measurement 24 Select the checkmark to continue NOTE The value presented on the touchscreen display is the absolute print pad position Note and refer to this value when performing the Manual Level procedure Your number may differ from the illustration 3D Systems Inc 20 Leveling plate manually Auto level Auto level successful Manual leveling finished Setting the Z gap CANCEL Auto gap 3 562 ADJUST A A A NOTE If Auto Gap is not successful it is recommended that you perform Auto Level and Auto Gap again Select AUTO LEVEL to continue NOTE If Auto Gap is not successful the second time select PLATE MAINTENANCE For more information refer to the section titled Print Pad Maintenance Once the Plate Maintenance procedure has been performed perform Auto Level and Auto Gap NOTE If Auto Gap is still not successful select MANUAL GAP ADJUSTMENT Refer to the section titled Manual Gap Adjustment for more information Once the Manual Gap Adjustment procedure has been performed note the final reading for future reference 25 Select PRINT Al NOTE The printer will continue the process of printing the welcome message test print Select SKIP to bypass this test print You can print this test print at any time Navigate to the System 1 screen and select TEST PRINT Follow the prompts in the touchscreen
38. e view of the model The name of the printer connected to your network The printer is considered offline if it is not connected to a wireless network Change the left cartridge color and material type of a non networked printer Change the left cartridge color and material type of a non networked printer A representation of the printer s print pad Transfer the print file to the printer using the wireless connection to your network SETTINGS Select Settings to change your print settings or view Cube Information MY SHELF DESIGN FEED m Print Settings gt gt Cube Info a Tan About 94 Vase faceted Choose between Custom Standard Premium and Print Settings Draft build settings Update your printer firmware and review the printer Cube Info system information About View the software version number 3D Systems Inc PRINT SETTINGS Xx MY SHELF DESIGN FEED o E Print Settings Custom Cube Info Standard About Premium Draft e Vase faceted Print Settings allow you to set the parameters of your print and build them into your print file There are four 4 different options for setting the print parameters Custom Allows you to set the layer thickness density and fill pattern You may also enable or disable supports and rafts Standard A strong print that does not require fine details Premium A strong print that requires fine details
39. ect Sorry Auto level was unsuccesfull BS the checkmark to continue The print pad is magnetically attached to the adjustment knobs To remove it lift up the front of the print pad and pull it out of the printer The print plate is out of Please remove it and level manually Y NOTE Follow the instructions on the touchscreen display Use the Leveling plate manually included 1 5 mm Allen wrench to loosen the lock screws securing the adjustment knobs to the bracket before turning the knobs Select the checkmark to continue NOTE The lock screw 1 is located just below the adjustment knob 2 The lock screw for adjustment knob B can be accessed from the front of the printer The lock screw for adjustment knob A can be accessed from behind the printer NOTE Follow the instructions on the touchscreen display Once the adjustments have been made select the checkmark to continue 3D Systems Inc 19 perform Auto Level again Caution Do not over tighten the lock screw This can damage the BS NOTE When prompted tighten the lock screw enough to ensure BS the adjustment knob does not easily turn Select the checkmark to A adjustment knob and void the manufacturer s warranty 22 Select the checkmark to continue 23 Install the print pad and select the checkmark to perform Auto Gap NOTE To install the print pad place it on top of the adjustment knobs When the print pad is centered properly magnets will secure th
40. ed Y Leveling plate CANCEL Auto level i mi lle gt ee ee Auto level successful NOTE If the print pad is out of range you will need to perform a manual adjustment 4 Remove the print pad and select the checkmark to continue NOTE To remove it lift up the front of the print pad and pull it out of the printer The print pad is magnetically attached to the adjustment knobs 5 When prompted loosen the lock screw that is indicated on the touchscreen display Select the checkmark to continue NOTE Use a 1 5 mm Allen wrench that is included with the printer NOTE The lock screw 1 is located just below the adjustment knob 2 The lock screw for adjustment knob B can be accessed from the front of the printer The lock screw for adjustment knob A can be accessed from behind the printer 6 Follow the instructions on the touchscreen display Once the adjustments have been made select the checkmark to continue 7 When prompted tighten the lock screw enough to ensure the adjustment knob does not easily turn Select the checkmark to continue Caution Do not over tighten the lock screw This can damage the adjustment knob and void the manufacturer s warranty 3D Systems Inc 83 Sorry Auto level was unsuccesfull The print plate is out of range Please remove it and level manually Leveling plate manually Leveling plate manually Y 8 Reinstall the print pad and select the checkm
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42. embly inward at the top and then upward to free the bottom tab from the slot NOTE Note the tab at the bottom of the purge bin This tab is designed to fit into a slot for proper installation CAUTION When removing or installing the purge bin assemblies be careful not to damage the bottom tabs Ensure the purge bin assemblies are installed properly before using the printer 3D Systems Inc 79 REPLACING THE JET WIPERS After a predetermined number of print jet cycles over the jet wipers the display will prompt the user to replace it before printing another creation NOTE When the left jet wiper has reached the end of its useful life Replace wiper the printer will prompt you to replace it Select the checkmark to continue The left wiper needs to be replaced before further printing Please refer to the manual Y NOTE When the right jet wiper has reached the end of its useful Replace wiper life the printer will prompt you to replace it Select the checkmark to continue The right wiper needs to be replaced before further printing Please refer to the manual Y NOTE If you have replaced the jet wiper select the checkmark to Confirmation reset the printer count Press SKIP to be reminded later Please confirm replacement of the wiper or press skip to be reminded later Procedure 1 Remove the purge bin assemblies from the printer 3D Systems Inc 80 2 Pull the jet wiper A upward 3
43. es an optimized cube3 printable Cube File file Cube Icon This Cube icon represents a print ready cube3 file Not an available feature for mobile applications 3D Systems Inc 44 Item Selection AOROJOLO MY SHELF DESIGN F SHOP e Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled Untitled latonnation Select the information button to view information about the selected item Save Save the item to your device storage Deselect Deselect a selected item Remove Remove an item from My Shelf Print Now Select Print Now to prepare the item for printing The checkmark indicates that the item has been Selected selected Not an available feature for mobile applications 3D Systems Inc 45 Print Tab MY SHELF Vase faceted Settings Undo Redo Move Rotate Scale Remove Model Center Model Zoom In OMORO DESIGN FEED Change the print settings and view printer information Undo your last action Redo your last action Move the model on the print pad Rotate the model on the print pad Scale the model Remove the model Center the model on the print pad Zoom in on a model Not an available feature for mobile applications 3D Systems Inc SHOP Zoom out Change Views Printer Name Left Cartridge Right Cartridge Print Pad Print m T E PP lease check your print settings Zoom out on a model Change th
44. ess it has been made a permanent network 1 Select SETUP PRINT SETUP 3D Systems Inc 77 2 Select WIFI Network 3 Select ADHOC 4 Select the On Off button to turn on the Ad Hoc connection 5 Select the checkmark to exit the utility In Windows select Start gt Control Panel Type network in the search box Select Network and Sharing Center O P Select Set up a new connection or network 10 Select Set up a wireless ad hoc computer to computer network 11 Select Next 12 Follow the steps in the wizard 3D Systems Inc 78 CUBE MAINTENANCE GENERAL CLEANING Waste material from the printing process can accumulate inside the printer Using a slightly damp lint free cloth wipe the interior of the Cube including the print pad and anywhere else you might find pieces of plastic waste material Print material can also collect around the belt area on the left side of the printer This area should be checked periodically and any print material found should be removed REMOVING WASTE FROM THE JET WIPER PURGE BINS In addition to having scrapers to clean the print jet nozzles the jet wiper assemblies are also purge bins collecting print material that has been primed from the print jets As the purge bin assemblies fill they will need to be emptied regularly Left Purge Bin Assembly mE PRINT SETUP Handle Jet wiper Purge bin tab Using the handle pull the purge bin ass
45. ets will begin to heat CAUTION Do not touch the print jets until they have cooled to room temperature NOTE The estimated time to completion is noted at the bottom of the screen NOTE The blue bar is a progress indicator that shows the status of the print jet heating process NOTE The blue bar is a progress indicator that illustrates the status of the print NOTE Select PAUSE to temporarily stop printing Select CANCEL if you wish to cancel the print job NOTE Press the time at the bottom of the screen to view the percentage of completion Press it again to view how many layers have been printed After a few seconds the default time will appear again NOTE If you selected CANCEL to cancel the print select CANCEL again to confirm your decision Otherwise select RESUME to continue printing 3D Systems Inc 29 Apply glue to the plate Loading 01h 06m left Heating up pringjets 01h 06m left Printing 01h 06m left PAUSE Are you sure you want to cancel the print 5 Once the printer has finished printing select the checkmark to continue completed in 01h 49m y NOTE Once the print has completed the print jets will begin to cool CAUTION Do not touch the print jets until they have cooled to room temperature 6 Refer to the section titled Finishing Your Creation for information about removing your
46. ff from the rest of the part while removing it The bottom of the first layer will appear very smooth and shiny with almost no visible lines NOTE If the bottom of the part appears shiny make sure all glue has been removed and then reinspect it 3D Systems Inc TEST PRINT Test print allows you to print the same welcome message that is printed during the initial setup of the printer The print is very useful for determining if the gap between the left print jet and the print pad is correct 1 Select TEST PRINT 2 Select PRINT ES NOTE If the color built into the test print does not match a BS color of one of the installed cartridges the printer will assign an installed cartridge color to the test print 3 Apply two thin layers of Cube Glue to the print pad Select the checkmark to continue NOTE Apply enough glue to cover a square area of 5 15 cm NOTE For best results allow the glue to dry before printing 3D Systems Inc 96 TEST CUBE PRINT NAME Press PRINT to Start a test print Confirmation Colors in print file do not match the colors in printer The printer will assign colors that are loaded Y Apply glue to the plate NOTE The printer will begin to heat and then begin printing the test print 4 Once the printer has finished printing select the checkmark to go back to the main menu CUBE NAME Cube Name allows you to change the name of your printer 1 Select CUBE NAME
47. ftware is an easy to use tool that simplifies the printing process Software for Windows or OS X is available after login to your www cubify com account The OS mobile application is available from the App Store and the Android mobile application is available from the Google Play Store CUBIFY SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Installing Cubify Software for Windows NOTE Windows computers can only communicate with printers that are connected to the same wireless network 1 Goto www cubify com and log in with your username and password 2 Goto www cubify com en cube activate Select WINDOWS 3 Navigate to the Downloads folder Double click the Cube installation file and select Run NOTE The Cubify InstallShield Wizard will begin to install 3D Systems Inc 32 Cube tibi 3D Printing Real Easy E M E F7 o i B Be 57 mi Ue a M 3D Printing Real Easy eu NOM 1 9 00 Do you want to run this file 1 Name C Users SmithTDownloads cube 123 exe Publisher 3D Systems Inc Type Application From C Users SmithTiDownloads cube_123 exe Rm _ cancer Y Always ask before opening this file While files from the Internet can be useful this file type can potentially ry harm your computer Only run software from publishers you trust What s the risk Preparing to Install Cubify Setup is preparing the InstallShield Wizard which will guide you through the program setup process Please wait
48. g Select CANCEL if you wish to cancel the print job NOTE Press the time at the bottom of the screen to view the percentage of completion Press it again to view how many layers have been printed After a few seconds the default time will appear again AAA 01h 06m left PAUSE 28 Once the printer has finished printing select the checkmark to continue iar completed in 01h 49m NOTE Once the print has completed the print jets will begin to cool CAUTION Do not touch the print jets until they have cooled to room temperature 3D Systems Inc 94 29 Remove the test print from the print pad NOTE For more information refer to the section titled Finishing Your Creation 30 Turn the test print over and inspect the printing grain of first bottom layer When the gap is optimal the bottom of the print should appear smooth and the lines should be very light and tightly fused together Correct Gap The gap is correct when the bottom of the print appears smooth and the lines are tightly fused together Gap Is Too Large If the lines are more prominent see the illustration below and not tightly fused the gap is too large Calibrate your printer again When the gap is too large the first layer may begin to fray when removing the print from the print pad Gap Is Too Narrow When the gap is too narrow the part may be very difficult to remove from the print pad In addition the bottom layers may break o
49. g a value in the Exact Rotate field Select Rotate to rotate the model to the specified amount When finished close the Rotate tool and select the Rotate button to deselect it fe MY SHELF DESIGN FEED o Free rotate Exact rotate xO yOz lt gt 41 Please check your print settings Vase faceted D a i Print Not an available feature for mobile applications 3D Systems Inc Scale Tool The Scale tool provides a way to increase or decrease the size of the model on the print pad To scale the model select the model and select the Scale tool For free scale select the up arrow to increase the size or the down arrow to decrease the size You can also enter a percentage value in the Exact Scale field and select Scale Entering 50 will reduce the model to half of the current size Entering 200 will double the size of the model The value 100 will have no effect When finished close the Scale tool and select the Scale button to deselect it MY SHELF DESIGN FEED O Free scale Exact scale Please check your print settings Vase faceted Fee Print Not an available feature for mobile applications 3D Systems Inc Remove Model Tool To remove the model from the print pad select the Remove Model button Select Yes to confirm your decision You can find the model again by selecting My Shelf x MY SHELF DESIGN FEED gt Warning Are you sure y
50. ial has been depleted To change the cartridge select CHANGE CARTRIDGE and refer to the section titled Replacing A Material Cartridge for instructions about replacing a cartridge Select SKIP to continue using the remaining material in the cartridge You will be prompted to replace the cartridge once the material has been depleted CHANGE CARTRIDGE NOTE If there is not enough material to complete the print but you Not enough material for this print want to use up the remaining material select the checkmark to continue printing The printer will use up the material in the current cartriage w cartridge needs to be oaded during the print NOTE If the file was built with color s that are not installed the Confirmation printer will assign a color from one of the installed cartridges that match the material type Select the checkmark to continue 3D Systems Inc 28 4 Apply two thin layers of Cube Glue to the center of the print pad Select the checkmark to continue BRA AA DA AAA a NOTE Ensure that the area where glue is applied is larger than the dimensions of the base of your creation NOTE For best results allow the glue to dry before printing NOTE The printer will load the print file NOTE The estimated time to completion is noted at the bottom of the screen NOTE The blue bar at the top is also a progress indicator that shows the status of the loading process NOTE The print j
51. ide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Comnect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help NOTE Changes or modifications to this equipment not specifically approved by 3D Systems may void the user s authority to operate this equipment KCC 0171212 2 83 Ba MASALA 2 IAA ASot AS SAL OH PE ARAM ASS UEU e AA This equipment is home use Class B electromagnetic wave suitability equipment and to be used mainly at home and it can be used in all areas COMPLIANCE This equipment conforms with International Electric Committee IEC 60950 1 and meets the requirements of the applicable EC directives Gr 204 430022 KC A MHOHS CAN ICES 3
52. if Cube 3 is not specified D If the printer type D is listed as Cube 3 proceed to step 6 Select Cube 3 If the name of your printer does not appear in the Printer Name F area select Refresh G from the pop out menu NOTE The name of the printer should appear in the Printer Name location F If multiple printers are connected T to the same wireless network use the arrows H to navigate to the name of your printer Once the printer name appears F you are connected to that printer Connecting Cubify To Your Printer Manually LS oe SN ES Select the PRINT tab A Select Settings B Select Offline Cube Info C from the pop out menu Select EKOCYCLE Cube if Cube 3 is not listed D If the printer type D is listed as Cube 3 proceed to step 6 Select Cube 3 E If the name of your printer does not appear in the Printer Name F area select Enter IP 1 from the pop out menu Enter the IP address for your printer and select Add The Printer Name F should appear NOTE To find the IP address of your printer navigate to the Network screen in the touchscreen display and select WIFI If the printer is connected to your network the IP address will appear on the display 3D Systems Inc Color The Model Changing the color of the model is easy Select the color wheel and drag the color to the part you want to color For models with multiple parts select and drag a color to the part of the model you want to c
53. ime instructions on the touchscreen display NOTE Selecting the abc button toggles between lowercase letters uppercase letters and numerals NOTE The printer will search for area wireless networks Connect the printer to a wireless network Use the up or down arrows to scroll to your network choice Select the desired network name Select SKIP to bypass this step NOTE You can connect to a wireless network at any time Navigate to the Network screen select WIFI and follow the prompts on the touchscreen display NOTE The printer can also connect to an ad hoc network a decentralized network that wirelessly connects a local computer to the printer directly The computer must have a wireless adapter configured for ad hoc mode The adapter must use the same SSID as is found in the printer Connecting to an ad hoc network is discussed further in the section titled Setting Up an Ad Hoc Network 3D Systems Inc 12 Navigate to the System 1 screen select CUBE NAME and follow the Please select your language Searching for networks IA A CANCEL Please connect me to your WiFi Pr SF3DSys 4 Y NOTE The printer will attempt to connect to your network Connecting to SF3DSys a CANCEL ES NOTE If the network is password protected your printer will Enter password for SF3DSys BS first prompt you to enter the password Once entered select
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55. ing the warranty period because of the use of non integrated non approved or non licensed materials in the Cube 3D Printer The warranty period for the Cube 3D Printer is ninety 90 days and shall start on the date your Cube 3D printer is activated For consumers who are covered by consumer protection laws or regulations in their country of residence the benefits conferred by our ninety 90 day warranty are in addition to and operate concurrently with all rights and remedies conveyed by such consumers protection laws and regulations including but not limited to these additional rights THIS WARRANTY IS THE ONLY WARRANTY PROVIDED FOR THE CUBE 3D PRINTER TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW 3D SYSTEMS EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES FOR THE CUBE 3D PRINTER AND EACH OF ITS COMPONENTS WHETHER THOSE WARRANTIES ARE EXPRESS IMPLIED OR STATUTORY INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR INTENDED OR PARTICULAR PURPOSES LIMITATION OF LIABILITY 3D SYSTEMS WILL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL EXEMPLARY OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES SUCH AS LOSS OF PROFIT OR EMPLOYEE S TIME REGARDLESS OF THE REASON IN NO EVENT SHALL THE LIABILITY AND OR OBLIGATIONS OF 3D SYSTEMS ARISING OUT OF THE PURCHASE LEASE LICENSE AND OR USE OF THE EQUIPMENT BY YOU OR OTHERS EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE OF THE CUBE 3D PRINTER Warranty Hotline from the Americas Warranty Hotline from Europe Warranty Hotline from Europe 888 598 1440 inside the US and 44
56. k Hill SC 29730 Biberweg 12 USA 53842 Troisdorf Germany Please visit http cubify com en Info Sustainability for more information WARNING IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE USER TO DISPOSE OF ANY REFUSE GENERATED BY THE USE OF THE CUBE PRINTER IN A RESPONSIBLE MANNER ACCORDING TO ALL LOCAL LAWS AND STATUTES 3D Systems Inc 106 Shears 3D Systems Inc A A S 333 Three D Systems Circle Rock Hill SC 29730 USA www Cubify com www 3dsystems com 2014 3D Systems Inc All rights reserved PN 390184 00 Rev E FW v1 08A
57. k is secured a lock icon will appear to the right of the network name A Select your network SF3DSys Y ES NOTE If your network requires a password use the navigation Enter password for SF3DSys BS arrows to browse to the characters that make up your password and select them Select the checkmark to continue Dosequi_ lt qrst 9 EN l Y NOTE The printer will attempt to connect to the network Connecting to SF3DSys E CANCEL 3D Systems Inc 76 NOTE If the printer could not connect to the network you will be Wrong password for SF3DSys directed to enter the passcode again i NOTE If the printer could not connect to the network you will be Could not connect to SF3DSys prompted to connect to a different network NOTE The printer will indicate that it has successfully connected to Connected to SF3DSys a network a Connect To An Ad Hoc Network NOTE An ad hoc wireless connection cannot be created with Windows XP An ad hoc network is a temporary yet direct connection between a computer or device and the printer It does not connect through a router or base station and the data transfer rates are slower than the transfer rate of a standard wireless network The computer or device you wish to connect ad hoc to the printer must have an ad hoc adapter installed An ad hoc network is deleted when the user has disconnected from it or is out of range of other devices on the network unl
58. location to select free or for printing Design Feed l ane purchase print creation files Search Search for creations Purchase models or create your Shop own custom model from online Cubify applications Cart Review items stored in your cart Manage your account settings Account order cartridges access the help Information menu and review the Terms of 3D Systems Inc Service and Privacy Policy Account Settings am MY SHELF DESIGN FEED PRINT o E Accounts tsmith Logout My Account Order Cartridges App Settings wo BACK PLATEw1 Help About Terms of Service Privacy policy 4o 1_4 in SQ VU _Tier_3 4o Cameras attachment for Oculu Logout Select Logout to log out of the application Your account page on Cubify com where you can find MY AGEOUNI information about your orders Order Cartridges Order cartridges from Cubify com through the Cubify application App Settings Select your unit of measure to either inches or millimeters Help Application documentation About View the software version number Terms of Service Read the Terms of Service Privacy Policy Read the Privacy Policy 3D Systems Inc Design Feed Tab Design Feed is a resource to connect you with some of the most creative items available for the 3D printing lifestyle DESIGN FEED wo Parallel Line Coaster wo Alv macil_Sense_cm Filter Narrow the choices to your preferences o Sele
59. me wireless network NOTE Transferring a print file over a wireless network may take more time than transferring a print file from a USB mass storage device The model view can be changed by using the following gestures Zoom Out Zoom In Rotate the Print Pad Move Model 3D Systems Inc 1 Select an item from My Shelf 2 Select Print Now 3D Systems Inc 11 22 AM Y AA ME F Vr Vase_faceted x F DESIGN FEED SHOP 11 23 AM Vase_faceted E gt KUIN ALE ALW DIA A AT d Size 89 45mm x 89 45mm x 132mm Designer Cubify k O DESIGN FEED SHOP PRINT 3 Press hold and drag a color wheel to the model to change the color 11 27 AM tb is ready MY SHELF DESIGN FEED SHOP 4 Select Print NOTE The printer will generate a cube3 file and then transfer it to the printer over the wireless network Print Status Generating Cube File Cancel Print 5 Select PRINT on the printer s touchscreen display 3D Systems Inc 6 Apply two thin layers of Cube Glue to the print pad Select the checkmark to continue NOTE For best results allow the glue to dry before printing NOTE To ensure proper adhesion the glue area should be larger than the base of your printed creation Apply glue to the plate NOTE The print jets will heat to operating temperature NOTE The printer will begin to print 7 When the printer has finished printing select the
60. ndroid browser 2 Select the Search icon 4 il 11 09 A Play Store BE Moviesatv gI NEWSSTAND Our Favorites SEE MORE SEE MORE Cool Games Movie Games Mew Star Wars Other Hits 3D Systems Inc 3 Enter Cubify in the search box al 0 gt il 2 11 10 gt Q Cubify U Q Free games OR SA Our Favorites Personalization is on Touch for info q WI Fey ine ety yA FU EIA ON Fp a sd fgh jki 4 zZz xcv bnm a 2123 4 Select the Cubify application and install it 1209 12 07 ES cubify x Apps j 1 Cubify FREE 3D Systems Inc Installing Cubify for iOS NOTE iOS devices can only communicate with printers that are connected to the same wireless network 00000 Top Charts 1 Locate the Cubify application from the App Store and select it Ze Download the application to your OS device 3D Systems Inc 80 NB gt 7 52 PM Categories 3D Systems Inc Top Grossing FREE 1 Cubify www 752 xao b L Net A _ Featured p Chart Near Me Search Updates seee gt 7 52 PM 80 lt Top Charts Cubify 3D Systems Inc gt F wk ww 752 DESIGN FEEC Y Macedonia Napkin Hobo S Y a Export file A m oo Se Sl ps k Se et Featured yp Ghar Near Me search Updates CUBIFY SOFTWARE OVERVI
61. no new firmware is available select the checkmark to continue a download again Select CANCEL if you do not want to update the firmware CANCEL 3D Systems Inc 99 NOTE The firmware will begin to install The blue bar is a progress indicator NOTE The installation could take a few minutes WARNING DO NOT POWER OFF OR DISCONNECT THE PRINTER FROM UTILITY POWER DURING THE UPDATE PROCESS NOTE If the firmware update fails Select RETRY to attempt to install Firmware download failed the firmware again Select CANCEL to stop the firmware update CANCEL 4 When prompted press and release the power button and wait until the display turns on NOTE It may take a minute for the display to turn on 5 Perform the Auto Level and Auto Gap procedures NOTE For more information refer to the section titled Print Pad Calibration 3D Systems Inc 100 Updating Firmware Using USB When using a USB mass storage device to update the firmware log in to your www cubify com account and download the latest firmware for your USB mass storage device 1 Select SETUP PRINT SETUP 2 Navigate to the System 3 screen and select FIRMWARE FIRMWARE INFO 3 Select USB KEY l Select firmware update method USB KEY 4 Insert the USB mass storage device into the printer and select the checkmark to continue Plug USB key into Cube 3D Systems Inc 101 a NOTE The printer will check for a firmware
62. o continue If Auto Level is successful proceed to step 20 Auto level Auto level successful NOTE If the print pad is out of range you will need to perform a Sorry Auto level was unsuccesfull manual adjustment 15 Remove the print pad and select the checkmark to continue The print plate BS NOTE To remove it lift up the front of the print pad and pull it ES out of the printer The print pad is magnetically attached to the IS out of range adjustment knobs Please remove it and level manually Y 16 When prompted loosen the lock screw that is indicated on the touchscreen display Select the checkmark to continue NOTE Use a 1 5 mm Allen wrench that is included with the printer Leveling plate manually NOTE The lock screw 1 is located just below the adjustment knob 2 The lock screw for adjustment knob B can be accessed from the front of the printer The lock screw for adjustment knob A can be accessed from behind the printer 17 Follow the instructions on the touchscreen display Once the adjustments have been made select the checkmark to continue 3D Systems Inc 91 18 When prompted tighten the lock screw enough to ensure the adjustment knob does not easily turn Select the checkmark to continue Caution Do not over tighten the lock screw This can damage the adjustment knob and void the manufacturer s warranty 19 Reinstall the print pad and select the checkmark to perform the Auto
63. olor x MY SHELF DESIGN FEED w l 7 mn Teal Tan 41 Please check your print settings Vase_faceted For mobile applications press and hold the color wheel and then drag it to the part you want to color For models with multiple parts press hold and drag the color wheel to the part of the model you want to color 3D Systems Inc Move Tool The Move tool provides a way to position the model on the print pad This is especially helpful when printing more than one model To move the model select the model and then select the Move tool Freely move the model by selecting it and then dragging it across the print pad You can also select an arrow on the Free Move section of the Move toolbar Precision movements can be made by entering a value in the Exact Move field selecting the X axis or Y axis and selecting Move When finished close the Move toolbar and select the Move button to deselect it x MY SHELF DESIGN FEED YF 9 Free move Exact move A a 4 gt OSO Please check your print settings Vase faceted lt __ m 5 Print Not an available feature for mobile applications 3D Systems Inc Rotate Tool To rotate the model on the print pad select the part and then select the Rotate tool To use the Free rotate option select the X axis Y axis or Z axis and then select either the right or left arrow You can also rotate the model by selecting an axis and enterin
64. orts OFF l aian Ant Layers 0 200 mm Density Strong Fill Pattern Diamonds Supports Off Rafts Off 3D Systems Inc Print Settings Premium Select Premium for prints that require strength and fine detail E Print Settings 0 Cube Info About Vase faceted 3D Systems Inc DESIGN FEED Custom Standard Premium Draft Layers Density Fill Pattern Supports Rafts Layers 0 070 MM Density Strong ES Fill Pattern Diamonds Fi Supports OFF OFF 0 070 mm Strong Diamonds Off Off Print Settings Draft Select Draft for prints that do not require strength or fine detail DESIGN FEED Print Settings Custom Layers 0 200 MM Cube Info Standard Density Hollow Tan About Premium Fill Pattern Lines Draft Supports OFF 94 Vase faceted i 5 Print Layers 0 200 mm Density Hollow Fill Pattern Lines Supports Off Rafts Off 3D Systems Inc Cube Info x MY SHELF DESIGN FEED SS Saree or E Print Settings tb is ready ORSTA io a Firmware 5 i Tan 4 About Printer name tb Serial number 001 EC012FB1F Part fan OFF PLA Printjet fan Wi fi Connecti NETGEAR Guest Bluetooth OFF 94 Find Cubes on Refresh Find a Cube ma Enter IP Vase faceted z Print If new firmware is available for your connected pewnlend printer select Download Refresh Find other printers on y
65. ou want to unload the selected models Please check your print settings Print Not an available feature for mobile applications 3D Systems Inc Center Model Tool Select the model and then select the Center Model button to center the model on the print pad MY SHELF DESIGN FEED Y 0 Teal Warning Are you sure you want to unload the selected models 41 Please check your print settings Vase_faceted 0 x Print Not an available feature for mobile applications 3D Systems Inc Change Views Select Change Views and then select the viewing angle MY SHELF DESIGN FEED ra 9 3D Preview Front Side Top Print Progress Print Progress is only avallable during printing Please check your print settings Vase faceted i k y Print 3D Systems Inc PRINTING A MODEL VIA WIRELESS CONNECTION Printing From A Desktop Application NOTE To print a file ensure the software application and the printer are connected through a wireless network NOTE Transferring the print file over a wireless network may take more time than transferring a print file from a USB mass storage device The Cubify application includes useful tools to place a creation in the optimum position for printing The model can be moved or rotated using a mouse Zoom In Out Rotate the mouse wheel in either direction Move the Stage Press and hold the mouse wheel and drag the mouse Rotate
66. our network Enter IP Find a printer manually by entering an IP address 3D Systems Inc About Select About to view the current software version a MY SHELF DESIGN FEED Si PRINT m Print Settings tb is ready OMEN een io m a l Tan About PLA 94 41 Vase faceted Print MY SHELF DESIGN FEED PRINT it lt tb Is ready gt Teal About Aa Cubify v 2 09 PLA MANUFACTURING THE FUTURE www 3dsystems com Copyright 2014 3D Systems Inc All rights reserved 41 2014 The Coca Cola Company EKOCYCLE the EKOCYCLE Glyph the e EKOCYCLE Flag and the Contour Bottle Design are trademarks of The Coca Cola Company The EKOCYCLE filament contains 25 recycled materials using an average of 3 assorted recycled 200z PET bottles Vase faceted 3D Systems Inc Connecting Cubify To Your Printer Your printer must be connected to the same wireless network as your computer or mobile device to transfer print files wirelessly or to view the printer properties oo SS YS W E MY SHELF DESIGN FEED PRINT O m E Print Settings O Offline Cube Info EKOCYCLE Cube E Cube 3 Selec O Atout Find Cubes on Refresh EKOCYCLE Cube O a aco HE PON ay ay Select the PRINT tab A Select Settings B Select Offline Cube Info C from the pop out menu Select EKOCYCLE Cube
67. p will damage the touchscreen display and will void the manufacturer s warranty NOTE You may press and release the button next to the touchscreen display to return to the PRINT SETUP menu Print Setup PRINT PRINT allows the user to print a creation stored either on a USB mass storage device or directly from Cubify software You can invent your own creation using Cubify Invent software available at www Cubify com SETUP SETUP allows the user to configure the printer connect to a wireless or ad hoc network connect to a Bluetooth device install cartridges and view the printer status Navigation Navigation between screens is performed by pressing the right or left arrows Materials CARTRIDGE STATUS CARTRIDGE STATUS allows you to view the type and color of the material that is installed It also displays the estimated amount of material left in the cartridge CHANGE CARTRIDGE Selecting CHANGE CARTRIDGE allows you to install cartridges in empty bays or replace installed cartridges Print Plate Calibration AUTO LEVEL AUTO LEVEL is an automated procedure that measures the level of the print pad If the print pad is found to be out of specification the touchscreen will prompt the user to use the adjustment screws to level the print pad AUTO GAP Following AUTO LEVEL AUTO GAP is an automated procedure that measures the distance between the print pad and the print jets If the gap is out of specification the
68. ren These 3D prints are potential choking hazards for young children gt bbbbb DO NOT change a material cartridge during printing doing so may damage the Cube HOT SURFACE HAZARD DO NOT TOUCH THE PRINT JETS DURING SETUP AND OPERATION THE PRINT JETS BECOME VERY HOT Caution DO NOT disconnect the CUBE from utility power while the printhead is hot Wait until the print jet s amber light turns off before disconnecting from utility power as this may damage the print jet Caution Read and follow all instructions prior to setting up the printer SHOCK WARNING DUE TO RISK OF SHOCK AVOID CONTACT WITH ALL INTERNAL ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS WARNING THE CUBE SHOULD ONLY BE SERVICED BY AUTHORIZED SERVICE TECHNICIANS PRIOR TO ANY PART REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE THE PRINTER MUST BE POWERED OFF AND DISCONNECTED FROM UTILITY POWER WARNING HAZARDOUS MOVING PARTS KEEP FINGERS AND OTHER BODY PARTS AWAY To ensure safety please exercise caution when operating your Cube Read and follow all safety precautions as outlined in this user guide Be careful when operating your Cube 3D Printer to ensure proper printing and be mindful of and avoid hot surfaces 3D Systems Inc 3 The print jets heat print materials and produce thin flowing streams of melted plastic creating layers that adhere to the print pad After each layer is produced the print pad lowers so that a new layer can be drawn on top of the last This process continues until the
69. rint pad is clean and dry before installing it in the printer 3 Select the checkmark to continue 4 Perform the Auto Level and Auto Gap procedures Clean The Print Pad 1 Remove the print pad from the printer Dry the print pad thoroughly me N 12 7 mm swirling motions until the entire print pad has been treated Sorry Auto gap was unsuccessful AUTO MANUAL ieee GAP ee ie LEVEL ADJUSTMENT MAINTENANCE CANCEL Y CANCEL Y Wash all glue and print material from the print pad with warm tap water If necessary scrub the print pad with a soft brush If residual material is still adhered to the print pad gently use the scraper to remove it If portions of the print pad appear shiny buff the surface with very light pressure on the included sandpaper left to right in 5 NOTE It is most important to lightly sand all shiny areas of the print pad so the print pad surface appears matte in texture 6 Clean and dry the print pad thoroughly 7 Reinstall the print pad 8 Perform the Auto Level and Auto Gap procedures 3D Systems Inc 87 PRINTER CALIBRATION Printer Calibration is originally performed by the manufacturer When Level Gap Auto Gap and Manual Gap have been successful but the bottom layer of your print appears stringy and not tightly fused together your printer should be calibrated NOTE Auto Level should always be performed before the Auto Gap procedure
70. rt for the Cube is available at cubifysupport cubify com 3D Systems Inc 105 CUBIFY SUSTAINABILITY PROGRAM By its very nature 3D printing is a sustainable technology empowering 3D Systems printers to produce affordable products one layer at a time using only the necessary amount of material required for each part with near zero waste in an energy efficient process Cube 3D printers use eco friendly plastics that can be recycled re purposed or composted responsibly 3D Systems invites all Cube and Cubify consumers to partner in creating a cleaner world one printed part at a time by participating in the Cubify Sustainability Program e Cartridge Recycling Send your empty Cube cartridges to either our USA or Germany location Be sure to keep the address label that comes with each cartridge for recycling e Plastics Recycling Send your used PLA and ABS printed parts to either our USA or Germany location We will properly and responsibly compost recycle and reuse your returned plastic parts as a renewable source to manufacture new cartridges reducing both raw materials consumption and the waste stream 3D Systems is committed to continuously improve the sustainability of its 3D printing products For questions feedback and suggestions please contact cubify cubify com Send cartridges and plastics to 3D Systems Corporation 3D Systems Cartridge Recycling Centre 333 Three D Systems Circle c o UPS SCS GmbH amp Co OHG Roc
71. s Casing Gap Gauge Sandpaper USB Mass Storage 1 5 mm Allen Device Wrench Depending on the Cube model and configuration up to two cartridges may be included Not every printer will be packaged with two cartridges NOTE The sandpaper should only be used for lightly sanding the print pad when prompted by the touchscreen display It should not be used for sanding parts For more information refer to the section titled Print Pad Maintenance NOTE The actual appearance of the contents may differ from the illustrations UNPACKING AND INSTALLING YOUR CUBE NOTE Keep all packing materials in case the printer would need to be transported Shipping the printer without the original packing materials may damage the printer and void the manufacturer s warranty 1 Pull the clips A and remove them from the top of the printer box 3D Systems Inc 2 Open the box 3 Remove the upper foam support 4 Remove the printer from the box and remove the protective bag from the printer Place the printer on a solid level base where you intend to use it NOTE When installing the printer there must be a minimum of 8 203 mm of space on top and on either side of the printer NOTE There must be a minimum of 4 102 mm space in front of and behind the printer Front View Top View 8 203 mm 4 102 mm lt gt lt gt je 2 E y m F N 3 S0 El 4 102 mm Hand Clearance Around the Printer Build Pl
72. s a da da a a dl dada O E AOS e a UE picas ed daa dd Ei 6 OpenGL Versi ea d e is adidas di a la da ewe ees ees ls a eens aida dea aras 6 VWINGOWS REGUIFCMGING iia ca a A RA e ee eee eee 6 MAC Os AX REGUIPGMOCINS varas dada arab a ed a dl a a ee On wee eee 6 pao go 0 cetera one nae ee eke AN 6 DS errar o aa a o eo eee ones ac 6 Wireless OpDTIO NS oes eo tc ss deal os ede de arar al dci diia ee dE sk We a en a a i ee ed la ee a 6 USB Mass Storage Device o o o oooooorr ees 6 Electrical REGUIFCMCING ora eos obs ad ero ed ree e rl de od ici il o o ar 6 Maternal Storag 16 cen ae cede ee a rre uretra dd vias ea edad rd a a Hee 6 DIMENSIONS 20 circa eas adan eed een ed a ac a e ae a ee 7 Unpacking and Installing your Cube cummins a A A EA A oboe ae ewes 8 initial Setup Ol te UD santos ano dad eae ee ese eee he ee e eee eee 12 MENU OVGIVICW ee arena teat treet aio 6 eta ios da eee awe h tees ad ip aa dass e es pe eae 23 Mes AMA a aed eee eit eee be eae ade eee ees eee ew eee aes ba oe eee cues ae 23 PTC OUND a a5 ete a gee ie ove ernie nn 23 PRAVIO ONION e cok act dtr ane rd oe deat dese tea A Ge hes bode we eee A 23 MOS aeee neker rn cra sa ar oe os es pa se pea eee Er 23 PAL Plate CIDO concer prorrata roads as ao da sess 23 Printer alba Dar corps is See ee is e a 24 NOWO essa e oases end sa aaron ab ees pas a da a E e A a ds e a ad 24 Y A 24 A 24 SUSICITS pean cece eee sis das e eee sa a E a a aa a a sa ed 24 Install
73. the Stage Right click and drag the mouse to rotate the stage 1 Select an item from My Shelf and select Print Now ss 2 Drag a color wheel to the model to color the part 3 Scale and position the model and select Print NOTE Cubify will generate a print file Generating print file Please wait y Cancel 3D Systems Inc 63 NOTE Cubify will transfer the file to the printer Transferring file to the printer Please wait e lt Q Qoo e 4 complete Cancel Transfer 4 Apply two thin layers of Cube Glue to the print pad and select OK th is idle 5 Select PRINT on the printer s touchscreen display 6 Select the checkmark to continue NOTE For best results allow the glue to dry before printing NOTE To ensure proper adhesion the glue area should be larger than the base of your printed creation 3D Systems Inc 64 NOTE The print jets will heat to operating temperature Heating up pr Nes 01h 06m left NOTE The printer will begin to print Printing o1h06miert INES 7 When the printer has finished printing select the checkmark to continue NOTE Follow the steps in the section titled Finishing Your Creation completed in 01h 49m Y 3D Systems Inc 65 Printing From A Mobile Application Both Android and iOS are similar in function but the layout may have some differences NOTE To print a file ensure the mobile device and the printer are connected on the sa
74. upside down and inspect the printing grain When the gap is optimal the bottom of the print should appear smooth and the lines should be very light and fused together Correct Gap The gap is correct when the bottom of the print appears smooth and the lines are tightly fused together N Gap Is Too Large If the lines are more prominent see the illustration below and not tightly fused the gap is too large Auto Level and Auto Gap should be performed When the gap is too large the first layer may begin to fray when removing the print from the print pad Gap Is Too Narrow When the gap is too narrow the part may be very difficult to remove from the print pad In addition the bottom layers may break off from the rest of the part while removing it The bottom of the first layer will appear very smooth and shiny with almost no visible lines NOTE If the bottom of the part appears shiny make sure all glue has been removed and then reinspect it A Caution Damage to the print pad can occur if the gap is too narrow 3D Systems Inc Manual Gap Adjustment lf Auto Gap is unsuccessful you may perform a manual gap adjustment to ensure the first layer of the part prints properly NOTE The print pad must be clean and free from glue and print material NOTE Ensure the print jet nozzles are clean and free from print material This can usually be accomplished by pulling out the print material with your fingers Caution Ensure the
75. ure of your USB mass storage device NOTE The print file should correspond with the type of material PLA ABS etc currently installed in the printer 25 Insertthe USB mass storage device into the printer s USB inlet port Select PRINT PRINT SETUP 26 Using the arrows navigate to the file name of the calibration file Select PRINT NOTE The file name will appear at the top of the display 27 Apply two thin layers of Cube Glue to the center of the print pad Select the checkmark to continue NOTE Apply enough glue to cover a square area of 3 8 cm NOTE For best results allow the glue to dry before printing Apply glue to the plate 3D Systems Inc 93 NOTE The printer will load the print file Loading NOTE The estimated time to completion is noted at the bottom of the screen NOTE The blue bar at the top is also a progress indicator that shows the status of the loading process BRA 01h 06m left NOTE The print jets will begin to heat Heating up pringe CAUTION Do not touch the print jets until they have cooled to room temperature NOTE The estimated time to completion is noted at the bottom of the screen NOTE The blue bar is a progress indicator that shows the status of the print jet heating process AA D A 01h 06m left NOTE The blue bar is a progress indicator that illustrates the status Printing of the print NOTE Select PAUSE to temporarily stop printin
76. ve the values 9 Navigate to the Printer Calibration screen and select CALIBRATE 10 Select Auto Gap 3D Systems Inc 89 Level Plate Parameters CAL1 3 6 CAL 2 CANCEL Level Plate Parameters CAL 2 CANCEL Printer calibration CALIBRATE Level Plate Functions NOTE The printer will set the Auto Gap Setting the Z gap Please wait while lt Cubename gt sets the Z gap CANCEL 11 Compare your recorded CAL 1 value with the Auto Gap value button next to the touchscreen display and do not save the value NOTE If the recorded CAL 1 value is greater than 0 05 of the value displayed select the checkmark to save this value NOTE If the recorded CAL 1 value is within 0 05 of the value displayed on the Auto Gap Successful screen press the power Auto gap successful 3 77 ADJUST 12 Navigate to the Print Plate Calibration screen and select AUTO LEVEL i l Print plate calibration 13 Clean the print pad thoroughly removing all glue and debris Select the checkmark to continue NOTE The surface of the print pad must be completely clean Check the print plate Ensure that the print plate is cleaned of glue and debris and properly installed Y NOTE The Auto Level procedure will begin Leveling plate Please wait while lt Cubename gt levels the print plate CANCEL 3D Systems Inc 90 14 Once the Auto Level procedure has completed select the checkmark t
77. yer of glue to the print pad following the illustration below Layer 2 Apply a second thin layer of glue to the print pad following the illustration below NOTE For best results allow the glue to dry before printing 3D Systems Inc REPLACING A MATERIAL CARTRIDGE A Caution Material cartridges should only be replaced by performing the following procedure Replacing the cartridge without using the printer menu can damage the printer and print jets and void the manufacturer s Warranty 1 Select SETUP PRINT SETUP 2 Select CHANGE CARTRIDGE MENTE gt CARTRIDGE CHANGE STATUS CARTRIDGE 3 Select the material cartridge to change Select cartridge to change NOTE This procedure illustrates changing the right cartridge The same concept applies to the left side not installed 60 BACK NOTE The print jet will begin to heat Please wait while haga 3D Systems Inc 73 4 When prompted remove the right side cartridge Select the checkmark to continue NOTE Press the two cartridge tabs inward to release the cartridge from the printer Remove cartridge on the right CAUTION The cartridge must be removed first before proceeding Attempting to remove the print jet before being prompted to do so will damage the cartridge 5 Rotate the cartridge print jet counter clockwise and remove the print jet from the printer Select the checkmark to continue Rotate print jet and

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