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I have looked and looked and I am sure that I am just not typing something right, but what is the maintenance for a 3D printer? What needs lubricated, what needs torn down and cleaned, any tips or tricks? I recently bought the machine and have been running like crazy but trying to find anything on taking care of these machines has been a PITA. Any help is greatly appreciated.
Thanks
Wicked.
Honestly, just check out a replicator 2 maintenance video, its the same thing.Quote:
Originally Posted by wicked_tattoo
1.Some grease for the threaded rod and some oil for the bearings
2. Ensure belts are tight and make a nice "twang" noise and not a dull 'thud' noise.
3. Tighten all the loose screws they forgot to tighten during assembly :)
First, thank you for replying as it is greatly appreciated. Next would you be able to send me a link for this video?
I have just gotten into 3D printing after talking about it for a long time. I love it and I am trying to learn as much as I can and adjust as much as I can. I have been trying to figure out how to get proftweek installed and cant get that either...... Again thanks....
Here's the maintenance video, pretty simple process. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lLF-mms5l7w
You can also go to the MakerBot website and look under support/replicator original for a guide but the video really covers it all.
Thanks guys it is greatly appreciated.....
I concur, and mainly because she is cute :pQuote:
Originally Posted by cmedrive
https://www.mystiklubes.com/do/product/665006002
Of all the lubes for the rails I have tried I like this the best. Usually can find it at a Tractor supply. Be careful though because there are a lot of JT6 variants. Its the green tube, multi purpose. the grease is a light amber color.