Troubleshooting guide

3D Printer Guide Makerbot Replicator 2X
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CANNOT REMOVE FROM BUILD PLATE:
Wait for the build plate to cool down, or use a spatula to lift one corner of the object. (no sharp
objects!)
AXIS SHIFT IN MODEL LAYERS:
If the model seems to shift in axis, check to see if build plate is level.
If that doesn’t work contact someone with expertise, who knows how to:
1) Check if all pulleys are tight
2) Check if the gantry belt is straight
3) Make sure the belts are not hitting the motors
(Kris Peterson $10/hr $15 minimum)
INCONSISTANT MODEL PRINT
Tape the door shut to help trap heat in the build area.
The top cover should be on at all times during printing.
STICKING TO EXTRUDER HEAD AND NOT TO BUILD PLATE
Clean extruder tip gently with something plastic and non -abrasive. Be VERY careful not to
harm the ceramic surrounding the extruder.
EXTRUSION STOPS:
Verify that the filament is rotating and feeding smoothly.
Verify that the build plate is not too close to extruder.
Note: Under Utilities in JOG MODE you can manually move the build plate
Try unloading and reloading the filament
SHAKING WHILE PRINTING:
Check to make sure acceleration is on: Go to ‘Info and Settings’ to ‘General Settings’ find
‘Accelerate’ make sure it is selected ‘on’
CRACKING IN MODEL:
Increase extruder temperature in MakerWare (see section on “Temperature Settings”)
FILAMENT NOT LOADING:
Unload and load filament, make sure a clean fresh cut is made at the end of the filament.