Originally Posted by
CalifDan
Dan,
I can't tell much from the pulled filament, but a couple of things to check. First of all, make sure the little fan that cools the fins is actually running. It is very easy to damage the fan. Most, if not all, of my jambs which could not be cleared without disassembly have been related to the fan. Also, check you retraction settings. The heat break on the E3D works really well. So well that you can rest your fingers on the fins right above the hot end and they are cool. It seems to me, that if the retraction is too large, that it allows hot filament to get up into a cooler section of the unit.
Also, you said you installed a new nozzle. I am assuming you mean the heated orifice on the E3D and not the whole new E3D. If so, it might be worthwhile to take it apart and make sure it is actually clear. Maybe even try another nozzle. Maybe the new one is defective.
Hope this helps.