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1. Preheat Settings Displays the estimated total hours and minutes of building in the lifetime of your Makerbot Replicator 2 and the duration in hours and minutes of the last build Optional settings and information SOUND Turns the MakerBot Replicator 2 s indicator sounds on or off LED COLOR Allows you to turn off the LED lights or select a color Choices are Blue Green Pink Orange Purple White and Off ACCELERATE Allows you to turn acceleration off Acceleration allows your MakerBot Replicator 2 to operate more smoothly and is turned on by default HEAT HOLD Specifies a time period for your extruder to continue heating when a 3D print is canceled HELP TEXT Specifies whether you want verbose help text On or abbreviated help text Off HEAT LEDs Changes LED colors when the MakerBot Replicator 2 is heating When this option is set to On the LED color will change from blue to red during the heating process and will return to the default color when the process is complete TOOL COUNT Specifies how many extruders your MakerBot has The MakerBot Replicator 2 has a single extruder HEATED PLATE Specifies whether your MakerBot has a heated build plate The MakerBot Replicator 2 does not have a heated build plate Allows you to change the temperature setting for the extruder Use the up and down arrows to change the temperature and press the M button to save your setting The preheat settings als2. Blue tape sheets 10 B SETTING UP YOUR MAKERBOT REPLICATOR 2 DESKTOP 3D PRINTER MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 10 7 22 13 5 32 Pm MAKERBOT REPLICATOR 2 DIAGRAM 1 GANTRY SYSTEM 2 LCD PANEL 3 KEY PAD 4 THREADED Z AXIS ROD 5 BUILD PLATE 6 BUILD PLATFORM 7 FILAMENT GUIDE TUBE 8 EXTRUDER CABLE 9 EXTRUDER 10 FILAMENT SPOOL 11 SPOOL HOLDER MakerBot Replicator 2 EI B SETTING UP YOUR MAKERBOT REPLICATOR 2 DESKTOP 3D PRINTER MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 11 n 7 22 13 5 32 Pm UNPACKING YOUR MAKERBOT REPLICATOR 2 Opening the Box la Place the MakerBot Replicator 2 box on the ground Open the box and remove the top cardboard sheet 1b Remove the MakerBot Replicator 2 User Manual We recommend that vou use the manual to guide you through the setup process and keep it at hand as vou unpack the contents of the box If you find that anything described in the manual is missing email us at support makerbot com 1 Remove the layer of foam and the sheet of cardboard underneath 1d Remove the two protective foam pieces from the sides of the Replicator 2 NOTE You can download a PDF copy of this manual at makerbot com support replicator2 12 B SETTING UP YOUR MAKERBOT REPLICATOR 2 DESKTOP 3D P
3. File Name Mr Jaws Make Time 18 minutes Design By Mahoney Thingiverse 14702 NAME File Name Make Time Design By Thingiverse Space for additional files MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 29 C STARTUP PROCESS LEVELING LOADING TESTING 29 7 22 13 5 32 Pm MakerBot Making an Object with MakerBot Makerware ONE JU How to make an object using a computer and MakerBot MakerWare EE EE D MAKING AN OBJECT WITH MAKERBOT MAKERWARE 31 MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 31 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm USING MAKERBOT MAKERWARE MakerBot MakerWare is software that prepares 3D models for printing and turns them into instructions for your MakerBot Replicator 2X 1 Download and lnstall MakerBot MakerWare la Go to your computer and open a browser session 1b Enter the URL makerbot com makerware and download the correct MakerWare installer for your operating system 1 Open the installer and follow the 8 install MakerWare Bundle of Awesome 2 2 0 49 Welcome to the MakerWare Bundle of Awesome 2 2 0 49 insta directions to install the software Welcoese You will Now be guided trough stalk ng MakerWare your computer gt Back Continue NOTE You can find a video of this tutorial at http www makerbot com support replicator2 videos 32 D MAKING AN OBJECT WITH MAKERBOT MAKERWARE MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 32 e 7 22 13 5
4. 32 x 38 cm Build Volume 1 2L x60Wx6 1Hin With Spool 19 1 x16 5 x14 7in 49 x 42 x 38 cm Shipping 23 x 21 5x17in 59 x55 x 43 cm Layer Resolution High 100 microns 0 0039 in Weight 25 4 lbs 11 5 kg Settings Standard 200 microns 0 0078 in Low 300 microns 0 0118in Shipping Weight 37 lbs 16 8 kg Positioning Precision XY 11 microns 0 0004 in Z 2 5 microns 0 0001 in TEMPERATURE Filament Diameter 175 mm 0 069 in Ambient Operating 150 320C 609 90 F Nozzle Diameter 0 4 mm 0 015 in Temperature Storage Temperature 0 329 C 320 90 SOFTWARE Software Bundle MakerBot MakerWare ELECTRICAL Pie Types Stb obj thing AC Input 100 240 V 2amps 50 60 Hz SUR PONS O Power Reguirements 24 V DC 6 25 amps Mac OS X 10 6 64 bit 10 7 Connectivity SD card FAT 16 max 2GB MECHANICAL Chassis Powder coated steel Body PVC Panels Build Platform Acrylic XYZ Bearings Wear resistant oil infused bronze Stepper Motors 1 89 step angle with 1 16 micro stepping 6 A WELCOME LET S GET STARTED MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 6 7 22 13 5 32 Pm HOW DOES IT WORK The MakerBot Replicator 2 makes solid three dimensional objects out of melted MakerBot PLA Filament Your 3D design files are translated into instructions for the MakerBot Replicator 2 and sent to the machine via SD card Then the MakerBot Replicator 2 heats the MakerBot PLA Filament
5. Government Printing Office Washington D C 20402 Changes and Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer or registrant of this equipment can void your authority to operate this equipment under Federal Communications Commissions rules 31 us Listed Intertek 4007863 ICT E F TERMS OF SERVICE 57 MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 57 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm UNES WARRANTY RETURNS REPLACEMENT POLICY MakerBot products do not carry a long term warranty Returns are possible only on unaffected items within 14 days of receipt After such time all sales are considered final Unaffected means a device has never been assembled powered up programmed or otherwise changed MakerBot cannot accept returns on purchased items that have had electrical power applied to them or been otherwise programmed changed or affected However we will provide parts or service on items that prove to be defective from the time of manufacture and we ll always work with you to get your bot running again TERMS OF SERVICE Please be advised of the following terms the Terms regarding this User Manual the Manua All information in this Manual is subject to change at any time without notice and is provided for convenience purposes only MakerBot reserves the right to modify or revise the Manual in its sole discretion and at any time You agree to be bound by any modifications and
6. MakerBot Replicator 2 package includes an SD card pre loaded with files for making test objects The SD Card is located in the SD port directly behind the LCD Panel 2 Select a Project from the SD Card After you have successfully leveled the build platform and loaded the MakerBot PLA Filament into the extruder the LCD panel will ask you How d it go Ready to make something Select Yes and the LCD panel will display Awesome We ll go to the SD card menu and you can select a model 2a Use the up and down arrow buttons to navigate through the list of models on the SD card 2b To select a model press M 2c The MakerBot Replicator 2 will begin to build your object You can use the LCD panel to monitor the temperature of the extruder and the status and progress of your object 28 STARTUP PROCESS LEVELING LOADING TESTING MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 28 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm MAKING A TEST OBJECT FROM THE SD CARD CONTINUED 21 Projects Available on the SD Card CHAIN LINKS File Name Chain Links Make Time 15 Minutes Design By Sal Thingiverse 28405 NUT AND BOLT SET File Name Nut and Bolt Make Time 30 minutes Design By aubenc Thingiverse 9095 COMB File Name Comb Make Time 26 Minutes Design By repraprook Thingiverse 1140 STRETCHY BRACELET File Name Stretchlet Make Time 22 minutes Design By Emmett Thingiverse 13505 MR JAWS
7. UserManual V4 indd 43 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm TROUBLESHOOTING common Problems and How To Fix Them PROBLEM Can t load MakerBot PLA Filament into the extruder Extruder makes a clicking noise when loading MakerBot PLA Filament Object is stuck to build plate SOLUTION Make a fresh cut at the end of the MakerBot PLA Filament Cut the filament at an angle a narrow tip will help with loading It is also important that the filament have no bends in it If you are still having trouble remove the fan assembly as described in the Cleaning the Drive Gear section beginning on Page 49 Load the filament again watching to see that it goes straight down through the extruder This may mean a piece of filament is stuck in your extruder Use the Cleaning the Drive Gear section beginning on Page 49 to remove the fan assembly and motor assembly Any filament stuck in the lower portion of the extruder can be pulled from the heated extruder using a pair of pliers Wait for the object to cool down Objects will detach more easily after they have cooled If the object is still stuck take a thin metal craft spatula and carefully work the blade under the edge of the object When the blade is most of the way under the object twist the handle slightly The object should come free 44 E TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTENANCE MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 44 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm TROUBLESHOOTING CONTINUED PROB
8. an object displays the percent completed Scripts that walk you through tasks associated with the MakerBot PLA Filament LOAD Script that walks you through the process of loading the MakerBot PLA Filament UNLOAD Script that walks you through the process of unloading the MakerBot PLA Filament Script that walks you through the process of leveling the build plate Moves the build plate and the extruder to the default home positions Allows you to control the movements of the extruder and platform via the LCD panel Script that walks you through initial tasks to configure the MakerBot Replicator 2 for your first build Engages the stepper motors You cannot manually move the build platform or the extruder when the stepper motors are engaged This option appears only when the stepper motors are disengaged Disengages the stepper motors You can manually move the build platform or the extruder only when the stepper motors are disengaged This option appears only when the stepper motors are engaged Blinks the LED lights on the MakerBot Replicator 2 at about 4 blinks per second When the LED lights are blinking this option is replaced by Stop Blinking E TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTENANCE 47 MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 47 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm DIAGNOSTICS LcDPANEL INFO AND SETTINGS MENU INFO AND SETTINGS Bot Statistics General Settings
9. and squeezes it out through a nozzle to make a solid object layer by layer This method is called Fused Filament Fabrication FFF 9 a a 37 MakerBot Replicator 2 he za A WELCOME LET S GET STARTED 7 MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 7 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm MakerBot setting Up Your MakerBo Replicator 2 Desktop 3D Printer When you set up your MakerBot Replicator 2 Desktop 3D Printer remember that it was built and packaged very carefully at the MakerBot factory We hope you ll take your time and be just as careful unpacking it and getting it set up NOTE Do not force or tear anything during unpacking and setup This may damage the MakerBot Replicator 2 Desktop 3D Printer B SETTING UP YOUR MAKERBOT REPLICATOR 2 DESKTOP 3D PRINTER 9 MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 9 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm WHAT S IN THE BOX MakerBot PLA Filament Spool Filament guide tube Spool holder 0 Build plate Power supply and cable USB A to USB B cable SD card m Hex wrenches PTFE based grease Support card m More options available at makerbot com store
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11. of the nozzle Tighten each knob on the bottom of the build plate by a quarter turn to move the platform farther from the extruder nozzle Extrusion could also stop if your MakerBot PLA filament has been kept heated for too long Unload the filament cut a fresh edge and load the filament again NOTE For more detailed troubleshooting information see the MakerBot Replicator 2 Troubleshooting page makerbot com support replicator2 troubleshooting For video walkthroughs of troubleshooting issues see the MakerBot Replicator 2 video collection makerbot com support replicator2 videos DIAGNOSTICS cp PANEL TOP LEVEL MENU LCD The Top Level Menus BUILD FROM SD Displays the list of models on the SD card Select one to start a build PREHEAT Allows you to preheat the extruder UTILITIES Tools that allow you to configure and maintain your MakerBot Replicator 2 INFO AND SETTINGS Optional settings and information about the MakerBot Replicator 2 46 E TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTENANCE MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 46 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm DIAGNOSTICS cD PANEL UTILITIES MENU Ed Monitor Mode t Change Filament Level Build Plate Home Axes Jog Mode Run Startup Script Enable Steppers Disable Steppers Blink LEDs Displays the current temperature of the extruder When making
12. or revisions Contact the MakerBot Support Team for up to date information The design of this Manual and all text graphics information content and other material are protected by copyright and other laws The contents are Copyright c 2009 2010 2011 2012 2013 MakerBot Industries or our respective affiliates and suppliers All rights reserved Certain trademarks trade names service marks and logos the Marks used are registered and unregistered trademarks trade names and service marks of MakerBot and its affiliates Nothing contained in this Manual grants or should be construed as granting by implication estoppel or otherwise any license or right to use any Marks without the written permission of MakerBot Any unauthorized use of any information materials or Marks may violate copyright laws trademark laws laws of privacy and publicity and or other laws and regulations 58 F TERMS OF SERVICE MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 58 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm TERMS OF SERVICE CONTINUED DISCLAIMERS Neither MakerBot nor any of our affiliates warrant the accuracy or completeness of the information products or services provided by or through this Manual which are provided as is and without any express or implied warranties of any kind including warranties of merchantability fitness for a particular purpose or non infringement of intellectual property To the fullest extent permissible by the applicable law we hereby
13. the two bolts at the lower corners of the fan guard using the 2 5 mm hex key included with your MakerBot Replicator 2 As one piece remove the fan guard the fan the heat sink and spacers Keep these pieces together and set them aside 3 Unclip the motor wires 4 Pull the motor assembly out 5 Find the drive gear on the motor shaft Using a smallinstrument like a makeup brush toothbrush or toothpick remove all the pieces of filament stuck to the drive gear E TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTENANCE 51 MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 51 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm MAINTENANCE CONTINUED 21 Cleaning the Drive Gear Continued 6 Reseat the motor assembly 7 Plug in the motor wires 8 Add the fan guard the fan the heat sink and spacers to the front of the extruder and bolt them on 9 Reload the MakerBot PLA Filament To v do this go to the LCD panel and select Utilities gt Filament Options gt Load 52 E TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTENANCE MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 52 7 22 13 5 32 Pm MAINTENANCE CONTINUED Ed Updating Your Firmware Keeping your firmware up to date will ensure that your MakerBot Replicator 2 always operates at its best When a new version of your bo s firmware is available MakerWare will display a message letting you know that it s time to update To update your firmware follow these steps 1 Locate
14. will guide you through initial calibration and your first build CAUTION Do not use an extension or power supply other than the ones shipped with your MakerBot Replicator 2 Ensure that the plug is easily accessible in case the Replicator 2 needs to be disconnected B SETTING UP YOUR MAKERBOT REPLICATOR 2 DESKTOP 3D PRINTER 17 MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 17 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm MakerBot startup Process Leveling Testing After you power the MakerBot Replicator 2 Desktop 3D Printer the LCD panel will light up and display text The LCD panel will now run the Startup Script The Startup Script will guide you through leveling the build plate loading MakerBot PLA Filament and creating your first build Wedoome I m A blinking The Rerlicator Z I m waitina and will ped ta continue wher uou Led Press the button THE LCD KEYPAD Four arrow buttons surround a central M button Use the arrows to navigate through the LCD menus and make selections The left arrow usually allows you to go back or cancel an action A solid red M means the MakerBot Replicator 2 is working A blinking red M means the MakerBot Replicator 2 is waiting for user input NOTE If you don t see the Startup Script use the up and down arrow buttons to scroll through the top level menu on th
15. 32 Pm USING MAKERBOT MAKERWARE CONTINUED 2 Download an Object From MakerBot Thingiverse Thingiverse is a website where MakerBot users and others can share design files 2a Open a browser session and go to www thingiverse com Use the search field at the upper right to search for Minimalist NYC buildings Your search results should include Minimalist NYC buildings by JonMonaghan Click on the link 2b At the right of the page vou will see abutton that says Download This Thing Click this button to open the Downloads window 2c For this example we chose the Flatiron Building and the Woolworth Building Find Flatlron stl and Woolworth st in the list of available downloads and click the file names to save them to your computer MaherBocTringiverse mesoo omom er 177 Featured Things Sect Heart box More Featured Things sm men Download This Thing A A A de Wet 40WallStreet STL 293 kb 11 10 21 257 de Citicorp STL 517 kb 11 10 21 195 242 kb 11 10 21 372 D MAKING AN OBJECT WITH MAKERBOT MAKERWARE 33 MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 33 7 22 13 5 32 Pm USING MAKERBOT MAKERWARE CONTINUED 3 Open MakerBot MakerWare 1 CAMERA HOME Resets MakerWare to the default view of the object 2 Zoom in and out You can also use the scroll wheel on your mouse to zoom in and out 3 L
16. ARE CONTINUED Save your model and toolpath files Continued 5b Select the Make It button The Make dialog appears with the following options 1 MAKE WITH Select The Replicator 2 if not already selected 2 MATERIAL Choose the type of plastic your are building with 3 QUALITY Specify the quality of your build Smaller layer heights result in more detailed models and longer build times 4 RAFT Select this to have your object built on a raft Rafts provide a base for supports and help your object stick to the build plate 5 SUPPORTS Select this to have your object include easily removable support structures under overhanging parts of the object 6 ADVANCED OPTIONS Click here to open a menu with more options For information on how to use these options go to http www makerbot com support makerware documentation advanced 7 CANCEL Click here to cancel this process 8 EXPORT Save the toolpath to an SD card so that you can print it on your MakerBot Replicator 2 want to Make It Now 8 Export to a File Export For The Replicator 2 2 Material Resolution Low Faster M Raft New and Improved Standard M Supports High Slower Advanced Options Cancel Export 38 D MAKING AN OBJECT WITH MAKERBOT MAKERWARE MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 38 7 22 13 5 32 Pm UNES _ USING MAKERBOT MAKERWARE CONTINUED Save your model and t
17. ATOR 2 DESKTOP 3D PRINTER 15 MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 15 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm MOUNTING FILAMENT SPOOL AND ATTACHING USB CABLE g Mounting the Filament Spool 8a Open the box containing the MakerBot PLA Filament Remove the spool from its bag 8b Fit the spool onto the spool holder Ensure that the MakerBot PLA Filament unwinds counterclockwise when viewed from the back Squeeze the spool holder and push the spool on until it locks Attaching the Power Supply Holder 9a Locate the power supply and cable Attach the cable to the power supply 9b Ensure that the power switch on the MakerBot Replicator 2 is set to the OFF position 9c Insert the power supply connector into the power input on the back of the Replicator 2 Ensure that the flat side of the connector faces down Power Supply 16 B SETTING UP YOUR MAKERBOT REPLICATOR 2 DESKTOP 3D PRINTER MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 16 7 22 13 5 32 Pm UNES ee JU ATTACHING POWER SUPPLY AND POWERING ON Powering On the MakerBot Replicator 2 10a Plug the AC power cord into an electrical outlet Welcome i T5 Ls The Rerlicator Z 10b Set the power switch to the ON position the red Moto 3 barteri dh 10c The MakerBot Replicator 2 will display welcome text on the LCD panel This is the beginning of the startup script that
18. C power supply for the MakerBot Replicator 2 It includes a block and two plugs REPLICATORG Free open source software that allows you to manipulate Stl files and GCode files and save them to be printed on the MakerBot Replicator 2 SD CARD Secure Digital memory card that can store digital data and be read by the MakerBot Replicator 2 The SD card used with your MakerBot Replicator 2 must be formatted FAT16 witha maximum capacity of 2GB SLICING The process of turning a 3D model into instructions for your MakerBot Slicing results in a GCode or x3g file SPACERS The plastic pieces that keep the extruder fan and heat sink secure and in place SPOOL HOLDER The plastic piece that attaches to the back of the MakerBot Replicator 2 and holds the spool of MakerBot PLA Filament The spool holder ensures that the MakerBot PLA Filament is fed evenly to the extruder THING A file format Used by MakerWare that allows you to print multiple 3D models on the same build plate THINGIVERSE A website for uploading and downloading 3D model files for use with the MakerBot Replicator 2 THREADED ROD The long rod behind the build platform that is threaded along its entire length This rod allows the build platform to move up and down or along the Z axis TOOLPATH The set of instructions your MakerBot will use to build an object Toolpaths for the MakerBot Replicator 2 must be saved as an X3G file STL A widely used fil
19. LA Filament into the extruder Click through the message until your MakerBot Replicator 2 asks you to press the M when DE I m ready you see plastic extruding Por the guide tube off and push the filament through the extruder block until feel the motor tugging the plastic in When Filament is extruding out of the nozzle Press to stop extruding C STARTUP PROCESS LEVELING LOADING TESTING 25 MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 25 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm LOADING MAKERBOT PLA FILAMENT CONTINUED Push the Filament into the Extruder Push down on the Extruder Arm Continue to hold it down as vou insert the free end of the filament into the hole in the top of the extruder Push the filament in as far as it will go You will see plastic start to emerge from the extruder nozzle Release the extruder arm B Stop Extrusion e e The extruder motor will grab onto the filament and continue to draw it in Watch to make sure plastic is still extruding from the nozzle after you release the extruder arm Then press the M button to stop extrusion NOTE Don t be surprised if the filament that initially comes out of the nozzle is not the color you expected There s probably some filament inside the extruder left over from our testing process at the MakerBot Factory Wait until you see the color that you loaded come out of the nozzle before you press the M button 26 C STARTUP PROCESS
20. LEM SOLUTION Object is stuck to build In the future you can cover your build plate with blue tape plate Continued This allows your objects to stick to the build plate but be removed more easily Object won t stick Relevel your build plate Inconsistent plate height will lead to build plate to inconsistent adhesion If any one part of your object does not adhere well to the build plate the whole object might peel off of the plate Ensure that the plate is clean Tears dust and oil from your hands can prevent objects from sticking to the plate Wipe down the build plate with a clean lint free cloth If you are building on blue tape consider building on the bare acrylic plate instead Objects will adhere better to the acrylic If you continue to have adhesion problems loosen each of the plate leveling knobs about a quarter of a turn to bring the plate slightly closer to the nozzle Can t Remove MakerBot Press down on the extruder arm and push a short length of the PLA Filament filament through the heated extruder Then continuing to hold from the Extruder down the extruder arm try pulling the filament free again E TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTENANCE 45 MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 45 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm TROUBLESHOOTING CONTINUED PROBLEM SOLUTION Extrusion stops during Your build plate might be so close to the extruder that it is a build preventing plastic from coming out
21. LEVELING LOADING TESTING MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 26 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm UNES LOADING MAKERBOT PLA FILAMENT CONTINUED Return the Filament Guide Tube Push the guide tube back into the opening on the top of the extruder NOTE If you have problems or need to load the MakerBot PLA Filament again you can use the up and down arrows to scroll through the top level menu on the LCD panel and use the M button to select Utilities Scroll to Change Filament and select it Then select Load You can use these menus to return to the load script at any time B Remove the Extruded PLA e e Wait a few minutes for the extruded PLA to cool then pull it off the nozzle You can discard this extra filament Don t touch the nozzle it may still be hot Don t leave plastic clinging to the extruder nozzle This can cause newly extruded plastic to stick to the nozzle instead of the build platform 21 Unloading MakerBot Filament To unload MakerBot PLA Filament go to the LCD panel and select Preheat gt Start Preheat Wait for the extruder to heat to the set temperature Then push down on the Extruder Arm and continue to hold it down as you gently pull the filament out of the extruder Release the extruder arm C STARTUP PROCESS LEVELING LOADING TESTING 27 MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 27 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm MAKING A TEST OBJECT FROM THE SD CARD 1 Locate the SD Card The
22. NANCE 49 MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 49 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm MAINTENANCE CONTINUED 21 Lubricating the Threaded Rod and the X Axis Idler Pulley Continued 7 Locate the X axis idler pulley If you are facing the front of the MakerBot Replicator 2 the idler pulley is at the top left side The idler pulley is one of the pulleys that allow the rubber belt to move the extruder from left to right or along the X axis The pulley at the other side of the gantry is called the timing pulley and does not require lubrication 8 Squeeze a small amount of the PTFE based grease directly onto the exposed area of the dowel inside the idler pulley and manually move the pulley back and forth to spread the grease 50 E TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTENANCE MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 50 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm MAINTENANCE CONTINUED 54 Cleaning the Drive Gear The drive gear is the part of the extruder that pushes filament through the extruder When you make things with your MakerBot Replicator 2 small pieces of hardened PLA can stick to the drive gear If you are having problems with your extruder cleaning the drive gear might help 1 Unload the MakerBot PLA Filament from the extruder To start the script for unloading the MakerBot PLA Filament go to the LCD panel and select Utilities gt Filament Options gt Unload 2 Unscrew
23. OOK Click the Look button or hit the L key to go into Look mode In this mode click and drag with your mouse to rotate the plate and the object Use the arrow at the side of the selected Look button to open the Change View submenu for Top Side and Front views 4 MOVE Click the Move button or hit the M key to go into Move mode In this mode click and drag with your mouse to move an object around the plate Use the arrow at the side of the selected Move button to open the Change Position submenu and move an object by a specific distance and direction 5 TURN Click the Turn button or hit the T key to go into Turn mode In this mode click and drag with your mouse to to rotate the object Use the arrow at the side of the selected Turn button to open the Change Rotation submenu and rotate an object by a specified angle and direction 6 SCALE Click the Scale button or hit the S key to go into Scale mode In this mode click and drag with your mouse to to enlarge or shrink your object Use the arrow at the side of the selected Scale button to open the Change Dimensions submenu and scale by a percentage or to a specific measurement 7 ADD Click this button to add an object to your build plate You can add as many objects as you can fit on the plate 8 MAKE IT Click this button to open the Make dialog where you can specify print resolution and other options and save instructions for your MakerBot Replicator 2 to an SD
24. RINTER MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 12 7 22 13 5 32 Pm UNPACKING YOUR MAKERBOT REPLICATOR 2 CONTINUED Removing the MakerBot Replicator 2 from the Box 2a Open the plastic covering and firmly grasp the frame of the MakerBot Replicator 2 from the outside Lift it out of the box and place it on a stable surface NOTE The black cable is not a handle Do not pull or twist the black cable at any time a Removing the Accessory Box 3a Remove the two remaining protective foam pieces from the bottom of the Replicator 2 s box 3b Lift out the accessory box This box contains the remaining items from the What s in the Box section NOTE Your MakerBot Replicator 2 should now be fully unpacked We recommend that you keep the box and foam inserts in case you need to transport your MakerBot Replicator 2 in the future B SETTING UP YOUR MAKERBOT REPLICATOR 2 DESKTOP 3D PRINTER 13 MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 13 7 22 13 5 32 Pm INSTALLING BUILD PLATE Installing the Build Plate 4a Locate and unwrap the build plate Tilt and fit the notch in the build plate onto the tab at the back of the build platform Fit the tab in the build plate between the two pegs at the front of the build platform 4b To remove the build plate gently push the tab on the front of the build plate toward the back of the build platform to release the tab from the pegs Lift the build plate from the build platfo
25. Replicator 2 DESKTOP 3D PRINTER USER MANUAL MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 1 7 22 13 5 32 PM MakerBot MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 2 7 22 13 5 32 PM ad TABLE OF CONTENTS WELCOME LET S GET STARTED Specifications How Does it Work SETTING UP YOUR MAKERBOT REPLICATOR 2 DESKTOP 3D PRINTER What s in The Box MakerBot Replicator 2 Diagram Unpacking Your MakerBot Replicator 2 Installing Build Plate Installing Filament Guide Tube and Spool Holder Mounting Filament Spool and Attaching USB Cable Attaching Power Supply and Powering On STARTUP PROCESS LEVELING LOADING TESTING Leveling the Build Plate Loading MakerBot PLA Filament Unloading MakerBot PLA Filament Making a Test Object from the SD Card MAKING AN OBJECT WITH MAKERBOT MAKERWARE TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTENANCE Troubleshooting Diagnostics LCD Panel Top Level Menu LCD Panel Utilities Menu LCD Panel Info and Settings Menu Maintenance Lubricating the Threaded Rod and the X Axis Idler Pulley Cleaning the Drive Gear Glossary of Terms Contact Us Safety and Compliance Warranty Returns and Replacement Policy TERMS OF SERVICE 04 06 07 18 20 23 27 28 30 42 44 46 46 47 48 49 49 5 54 56 57 58 28 V4 TABLE OF CONTENTS MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 3 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm MakerBot Welcome Let s get started _ This User Guide
26. al rods that allows the MakerBot Replicator 2 s extruder to move on the X and Y axes GCODE The computer language used to describe the toolpath your MakerBot Replicator 2 will use to build an object GCode is converted to X3G before being saved to your SD card HEAT SINK The component that dissipates heat from the cartridge heater It looks like an aluminum plate with fins LCD CONTROL PANEL The liquid crystal display at the front lower right corner of the MakerBot Replicator 2 This control panel provides status information about the MakerBot Replicator 2 and includes control menus and diagnostics MAKERBOT PLA FILAMENT Polylactic acid filament PLA is a renewable bioplastic MakerBot PLA Filament is the source material from which you make objects on the MakerBot Replicator 2 MAKERWARE Free software created by MakerBot that allows you to load rotate scale and move 3D models and create the toolpaths the MakerBot Replicator 2 uses to build objects 54 E TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTENANCE MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 54 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm GLOSSARY OF TERMS CONTINUED MOTOR ASSEMBLY The stepper motor and the drive block that push filament into the extruder MOTOR WIRES The bundle of electrical wires that provide power to the motor NOZZLE The opening on the end of the extruder from which heated MakerBot PLA Filament emerges to be spread onto the build plate POWER SUPPLY The A
27. card 9 SAVE Allows you to save the current plate as a file for later use 10 HELP Opens a guide to MakerWare s basic functions 11 STATUS BAR Displays the status of your connection to your MakerBot Replicator 2 34 D MAKING AN OBJECT WITH MAKERBOT MAKERWARE MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 34 7 22 13 5 32 Pm UNES USING MAKERBOT MAKERWARE CONTINUED Open MakerBot MakerWare Continued a Set thing OMe Va 007 KE Save A a m E Hepy POWEREDBY M MakerBot The Replicator 2 we NUT AND BOLT Design By aubenc Thingiverse 9095 m MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 35 D MAKING AN OBJECT WITH MAKERBOT MAKERWARE 35 7 22 13 5 32 Pm USING MAKERBOT MAKERWARE CONTINUED Open the stl files in MakerBot MakerWare 4a Click on the Add button Navigate to the location of the file Flatlron stl and select it The file will open at the center of the build plate 4b Select the Move button and click and drag the Flatiron Building to the left 4c Click on the Add button again Navigate to the location of the file Woolworth stl and select it Now you should see both the Flatiron Building POWERED BY The Replicator 2 and the Woolworth Building models Minimalist NYC buildings in your virtual build space Design JonMonaghan Thingiverse 12762 4d With bot
28. e LCD panel and use the M button to select Utlities Scroll to Run Startup Script and select it You can use these menus to return to the Startup Script at any time You can also find a video of this process at makerbot com support replicator2 videos If you have problems or questions refer to the troubleshooting chapter in this manual or contact MakerBot Support at support makerbot com C STARTUP PROCESS LEVELING LOADING TESTING 19 MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 19 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm LEVELING THE BUILD PLATE After the initial welcome message the Startup Script will display the following Dum next s Probably from 3 T d aj A d Fi 1 det me set up It First 1 it of rit build 1 Why Leveling Is Important If the build platform is too far from the extruder nozzle or if one part of the plate is farther away from the nozzle than another part your builds might not stick to the build plate If the build platform is too close to the extruder nozzle the build plate can block the MakerBot PLA Filament from extruding from the nozzle This can also scratch the build plate Leveling your build plate often will help ensure that objects adhere well to the plate How to Level the Build Plate To level the build plate you must adjust the three knobs under the build platform These three knobs lower and raise the build plate Tightening the knobs turn
29. e format for 3D models USB CABLE A cable that allows your computer to communicate with the MakerBot Replicator 2 in order to update firmware X3G A compact format for describing the toolpath your MakerBot Replicator 2 will use to build an object E TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTENANCE 55 MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 55 7 22 13 5 32 Pm CONTACT US SUPPORT FEEDBACK makerbot com support Our website has extensive documentation and troubleshooting information about your MakerBot Replicator 2 Desktop 3D Printer It s a great resource when you want to try to solve issues quickly on your own support makerbot com If you ever need help resolving an issue with your MakerBot Replicator 2 send an email to the address above to open a ticket with the MakerBot Support Team To help us understand your problem from the start it is very helpful to include pictures ora video as attachments with your email store makerbot com To learn about other MakerBot products including MakerBot PLA Filament please visit our online store sales makerbot com If you have additional questions about any MakerBot product please email our Sales Team at the address above or call us at 347 334 6800 thoughts makerbot com For general questions or to tell us what s on your mind send an email to the address above We love to hear from you and using this email address helps keep our Sales and Support lines f
30. e initial leveling tasks the LCD menu will display the following text Aaah that feels much better Let s go on and load some plastic Before building you must load the MakerBot PLA Filament into the extruder The extruder will heat the MakerBot PLA Filament and use the melted material to build things What You Will Do Remove the end of the filament guide tube from Filament the hole in the top of Guide Tube the extruder Feed the free end of the MakerBot PLA Filament from the spool into the e end of the filament guide tube where it attaches to e the back of the MakerBot 4 Replicator 2 Push the MakerBot PLA Filament all the way through the Extruder filament guide tube 0110 Insert the free end of the MakerBot PLA Filament Da AD AV into the hole in the top of the extruder e Wait for the MakerBot PLA Filament to heat u u and extrude Return the filament guide tube to the hole in the top of the extruder Filament Spool C STARTUP PROCESS LEVELING LOADING TESTING 23 MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 23 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm LOADING MAKERBOT PLA FILAMENT CONTINUED 1 Detach the Filament Guide Tube Locate where the filament guide tube attaches to the top of the extruder You must remove the filament guide tube from the ex
31. h models open you can manipulate them separately or together Select one of the models then click the Turn button or use the T key and rotate it TIP You can also duplicate objects by using the Add button Select the object and use Ctrl Command C to copy Ctrl Command V to paste 36 D MAKING AN OBJECT WITH MAKERBOT MAKERWARE MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 36 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm USING MAKERBOT MAKERWARE CONTINUED Open the stl files in MakerBot MakerWare Continued aco mne 4e Click on the Flatiron Building to select it Hold down the shift key and click on the Woolworth Building Then release the shift key Both models should be selected 4f Select the Scale button Click and drag to change the size of both models together M makerBot The Replicator 2 Save your model toolpath files 5a Select the Save button The save SG dialog gives you the option to save your plate as an STL or a thing file STLs can be opened by a wide range of programs but thing files allow you to continue to edit the components of a plate separately Files of type Thing thing Specify a name and location for the file For example you could name the file flatiron woolworth thing E 8 The Replicator 2 z D MAKING AN OBJECT WITH MAKERBOT MAKERWARE 37 MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 37 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm USING MAKERBOT MAKERW
32. ing them to the right moves the build plate away from the extruder nozzle Loosening the knobs turning them to the left moves the build plate closer to the extruder nozzle distance between the extruder nozzle and the build plate should be about the thickness of the MakerBot Support card included with your MakerBot Replicator 2 20 C STARTUP PROCESS LEVELING LOADING TESTING MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 20 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm LEVELING THE BUILD PLATE CONTINUED Is Make Some Room Between the Build Plate and the Nozzle When directed by the LCD screen tighten each of the three knobs under the build platform about four turns NokerBot R Support Card 0116 N Leveling Knobs nl lo MakerBot Replicator 2 t d C STARTUP PROCESS LEVELING LOADING TESTING 21 MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 21 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm LEVELING THE BUILD PLATE CONTINUED 2 Adjust the Knobs as Directed The script will prompt you to adjust the knobs individually As vou adjust each knob make sure the MakerBot Support card just slides between the nozzle and build plate You should feel some friction on the support card but still be able to easily pass the card between the plate and the extruder
33. is designed to start your journey with the MakerBot Replicator 2 Desktop 3D Printer in the right direction Even if you are familiar with earlier MakerBot machines it is essential that you read through this guide as there are several important and exciting updates with the MakerBot Replicator 2 In chapters A and B you will learn the basics of the MakerBot Replicator 2 how to unbox safely and how to get set up Chapters will take you through leveling printing maintenance and troubleshooting MakerBot is excited to welcome vou to the world of the MakerBot Replicator 2 Following this guide will help ensure that you are getting the most out of your machine and that you continue to make amazing things EF WARNING The Replicator 2 generates high temperatures includes moving parts that can cause injury Never reach inside the MakerBot Replicator 2 while it is in operation Always allow the MakerBot Replicator 2 to cool down before reaching inside WARNING Do not leave the MakerBot Replicator 2 unattended during operation CAUTION If opening the MakerBot Replicator 2 for service ensure that the power supply is turned off and the cord is disconnected A WELCOME LET S GET STARTED 5 MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 5 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm SPECIFICATIONS PRINTING PHYSICAL DIMENSIONS Print Technology Fused Filament Fabrication Without Spool 19 1 x12 8 x14 7in 49 x
34. nozzle without tearing or damaging the card oni ZA krk i p a a t n ii DR Dm euim fet PS gn Just Pass fi TE i mou LI ie Adjust Knob Again The script will prompt you to adjust each knob again This allows for fine tuning This time the MakerBot Support card should slide between the build plate and nozzle with more friction Confirm your Adjustment Adjust the rear knob until paper Just nozzle and plate After the second set of adjustments the nozzle will move to the center of the build plate Confirm that the MakerBot Support card slides between the nozzle and plate with a moderate amount of friction Hou lets triple check paper should Bust umm die dee de NOTE If you have problems or if you need to level your build plate again you can use the up and down arrows to scroll through the top level menu on the LCD panel and use the M button to select Utilities Scroll to Level Build Plate and select it You can use these menus to return to the leveling script at any time For a demonstration of this process see the MakerBot Replicator 2 video page at makerbot com support replicator2 videos 22 STARTUP PROCESS LEVELING LOADING TESTING MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 22 7 22 13 5 32 Pm UNES ENE JJ LOADING MAKERBOT PLA FILAMENT When you have completed th
35. o set Load and Unload temperatures 48 E TROUBLESHOOTING MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 48 DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTENANCE e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm DIAGNOSTICS cp PANEL INFO AND SETTINGS MENU INFO AND SETTINGS Version Number Displays the version number of the firmware Returns all the settings on the MakerBot Replicator 2 to factory settings When you select this option a new menu appears Choose Yes or No Restore Defaults MAINTENANCE Lubricating the Threaded Rod and the X Axis Idler Pulley After approximately 50 hours of build time you should lubricate the threaded rod on your Z axis and the X axis idler pulley To lubricate the threaded rod and the idler pulley 1 Find the tube of PTFE based grease included with your MakerBot Replicator 2 2 Grasp both sides of the build platform and push it gently to the bottom of the MakerBot Replicator 2 3 Use a clean lint free rag or your finger to spread the PTFE based grease onto the top section of the threaded rod 4 Make sure you get the grease inside of the threads themselves 5 Grasp both sides of the build platform and move it to the top of the MakerBot Replicator 2 6 Use a clean lint free rag or your finger to spread the PTFE based grease onto the bottom section of the threaded rod Make sure you get the grease inside of the threads themselves E TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTE
36. oducts including MakerWare Be sure to update your copy of MakerWare to the latest version so that you always have access to the newest features A pop up will appear in MakerWare when a new version is available for download USING REPLICATORG You can also use the open source ReplicatorG software to view and manipulate files from http www thingiverse com and to send files to your MakerBot Replicator 2 To download the ReplicatorG software go to http www replicat org download To configure the ReplicatorG software to work with your MakerBot Replicator 2 go to http www makerbot com support replicatorg documentation usage 40 D MAKING AN OBJECT WITH MAKERBOT MAKERWARE MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 40 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm NOTES 41 MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 41 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm MakerBot Troubleshooting Diagnostics and 1 ONE This chapter describes basic troubleshooting and maintenance tasks for your MakerBot Replicator 2 Desktop 3D Printer For details on more advanced troubleshooting and maintenance tasks go to makerbot com support E TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTENANCE 43 MB2020 REP2
37. oolpath files Continued 5c Insert your SD card into an SD card reader attached to your computer 5d Accept the default settings and click the Export Button MakerWare will open the Export dialog 5e Set the following options in the Export dialog Navigate to the location of your SD card and select it Enter flatiron woolworth as the file name Ensure that is selected from the file type dropdown menu Then click the Save button MakerWare will slice your file and save the toolpath to your SD card TIP You can cancel a slice or build by clicking the X at the corner of the slicing progress bar or the cancel button in the Status submenu Print your file 6a Eject your SD card from your computers SD card reader and insert it into the SD card port behind the MakerBot Replicator 2 s LCD interface 6b Use the arrow buttons on the LCD interface s keypad to navigate to Build from SD Press the M button to view the list of files available on your SD card Use the arrow buttons to navigate to the file flatiron woolworth x3g Press the M button to build the selected file Your MakerBot Replicator 2 will use the toolpath you created to build your model D MAKING AN OBJECT WITH MAKERBOT MAKERWARE 39 MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 39 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm UNES ee JU USING MAKERBOT MAKERWARE CONTINUED E Updating MakerBot MakerWare We are always improving our pr
38. ree for customers in need 56 E TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTENANCE MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 56 7 22 13 5 32 Pm SAFETY AND COMPLIANCE RADIO AND TELEVISION INTERFERENCE 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 provide 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 2 Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver 3 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 4 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help You may also find helpful the following booklet prepared by the FCC How to Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems This booklet is available from the U S
39. results of use of this Manual whether based on warranty contract tort or any other legal theory and whether or not advised of the possibility of such damages The foregoing limitations of liability do not apply to the extent prohibited by law please refer to your local laws for any such prohibitions CHOICE OF LAW JURISDICTION These Terms will be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of New York without giving effect to any principles of conflicts of laws Any action seeking legal or equitable relief arising out of or relating to these Terms or the Manual will be brought only in the courts of the State of New York or the United States District Court for the District of New York F TERMS OF SERVICE 59 MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 59 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm MakerBot MakerBot One MetroTech Center 21st Floor Brooklyn NY SupportoOmakerbot com makerbot com MB2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 60 7 22 13 5 32 PM
40. rm Plate Locking Pegs EE Freeing the Extruder 5 5a Use strong scissors or a wire cutter to 5b A small plastic piece attached to the cut the zip ties holding the gantry system X axis belt and gantry rods prevents the in place Discard the zip ties and the plastic extruder from moving Carefully snap the pieces holding them in place piece off of the rods and tilt it to slide it off of the belt NOTE Operate scissors with care 14 B SETTING UP YOUR MAKERBOT REPLICATOR 2 DESKTOP 3D PRINTER 2020 REP2 UserManual V4 indd 14 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm INSTALLING FILAMENT GUIDE TUBE AND SPOOL HOLDER s Installing the Filament Guide Tube 6a Locate the filament guide tube Insert one end into the hole at the top of the extruder and push the tube in as far as it will go 6b Insert the other end of the filament guide tube into the left guide tube holder when viewed from the back on the back of the MakerBot Replicator 2 Make sure that the end of the filament guide tube is flush with the bottom of the guide tube holder The filament guide tube should not hang down past the bottom of the guide tube holder Installing the Spool Holder 7a Locate the spool holder Tilt the spool holder and insert the square end into the left side opening on the back of the MakerBot Replicator 2 when viewed from the back B SETTING UP YOUR MAKERBOT REPLIC
41. the USB A to USB B cable that came with your MakerBot Replicator 2 and use it to connect your Replicator 2 to your computer 2 Choose Upload Firmware from the MakerBots menu MakerWare will walk you through the rest of the steps necessary to upload new firmware 000 E TROUBLESHOOTING DIAGNOSTICS AND MAINTENANCE 53 MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 53 7 22 13 5 32 Pm GLOSSARY OF TERMS ACTIVE COOLING FAN The fan that cools the MakerBot PLA Filament as it extrudes BLUE TAPE Blue masking tape that makes a great build surface for objects printed with MakerBot PLA Filament You can find blue tape at any hardware store BUILD PLATE The acrylic surface on which the MakerBot Replicator 2 builds an object BUILD PLATFORM The support for the build plate The build platform includes knobs for manual leveling DRIVE GEAR The gear that drives the MakerBot PLA Filament into the heater EXTRUDER The assembly that draws the filament from the spool melts it and pushes it through the nozzle onto the build plate EXTRUDER FAN The fan that keeps the MakerBot Replicator 2 motor cool and disperses heat from the heat sink FAN GUARD The grill that protects the extruder fan and protects the user from the fan FILAMENT GUIDE TUBE The plastic tube that guides the MakerBot PLA Filament from the filament spool to the extruder FIRMWARE The software that runs on your MakerBot Replicator 2 GANTRY The met
42. truder To remove the tube gently pull it out of the hole in the top of the extruder Pull here Feed the Filament Through the Filament Guide Tube Free the end of the MakerBot PLA Filament from the filament spool With a pair of Filament scissors cut a clean edge Feed the end of the MakerBot PLA Filament into the end of the guide tube where it attaches to the back of the MakerBot Replicator 2 Feed the MakerBot PLA Filament through the guide tube until it emerges from the other end of the tube NOTE To avoid filament jams ensure that the MakerBot PLA Filament feeds from the bottom of the spool toward the top of the spool Ensure that the MakerBot PLA Filament is mounted on the left spool holder when viewed from the back and that it unspools counter clockwise 24 C STARTUP PROCESS LEVELING LOADING TESTING MB2020_REP2_UserManual_V4 indd 24 e 7 22 13 5 32 Pm LOADING MAKERBOT PLA FILAMENT CONTINUED E Press the M to Begin Heating the Extruder After you ve fed the MakerBot PLA Filament all the way through the guide tube press the M button on the LCD menu The MakerBot Replicator 2 will start to heat your extruder WARNING Do not touch the extruder while it is heating it heats to 2300 C Press the M E Press the M to Continue After the extruder reaches 230 C the LCD I m heating ur Ma panel will prompt you to load the MakerBot extruder Please wait P
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