User's Manual

3.Operation
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3.3.5 Preparing the Platform
Before printing, the platform must be prepared so that the model adheres to the
platform enough to be printed without the model moving while, at the same time,
being easy to remove from the platform after printing. There are several options for
preparing the platform:
Method 1 – The Green Paint from PP3DP. Com: This is a special adhesive paint that
you need to paint onto the platform. The platform should be painted with a thin and
even coat of paint to achieve best performance.
After several prints, you will find the paint starts to wear off, so the platform needs to
be regularly repainted. Note that if you repaint on top of old paint the paint thickness
will, eventually, build up to the level where you need to recalibrate your nozzle height.
The surface finish may also become uneven, which could affect print quality.
TIP: To clean off the old paint from the platform, leave the platform to soak in water
for a few hours and the paint will then easily peel off.
Method 2 – Blue Masking Tape: Many users have reported successfully using Blue
Masking Tape instead of the green paint. Simply cover the platform with a layer of
blue masking tape and print onto the tape. Replace the tape when it wears out.