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   * Supervise at least the first few layers of the print and notify on the forum in the "long 3D print notifications" chat if you are going to leave the printer unattended for a significant amount of time.   * Supervise at least the first few layers of the print and notify on the forum in the "long 3D print notifications" chat if you are going to leave the printer unattended for a significant amount of time.
   * Report problems on the forum as soon as they arise. Do not attempt to disassemble the 3D printers unless you have been authorised to do so.   * Report problems on the forum as soon as they arise. Do not attempt to disassemble the 3D printers unless you have been authorised to do so.
-  * ABS, ASA, HIPS, PA filament should not be used without additional advanced filtration system - the bench top ikea filtration is not suitable. Please speak to committee well in advanced if this is something you are looking to use.+  * Do not try and swap the nozzles without mentioning on the forum and looking up a specific guide on how to do so. 
 +  * ABS, ASA, HIPS, PA filament should not be used without an enclosure and additional advanced filtration system - the bench top ikea filtration is not suitable. Please speak to committee well in advanced if this is something you are looking to use. 
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 ===== Induction ===== ===== Induction =====
  
-Inductions for the 3D printers are now available on the member portal (PC near the door in the laser cutter room). Tap your card/keyfob on the reader, select “Manage machine inductions”, and take the 3D printer quiz. You will then have access on the RFID lockout box, you just need to tap your card/fob and it will switch on.+Inductions for the 3D printers are now available on the member portal (PC near the door in the laser cutter room). Tap your card/keyfob on the reader, select “Manage machine inductions”, and take the 3D printer quiz. You will then have access on the RFID lockout box, you just need to tap your card/fob and it will switch on. If you are signed into the hackspace wifi you can also do it at https://members.bristolhackspace.org/ 
  
 **Print file format:** bgcode or gcode - bgcode will load and start printing faster **Print file format:** bgcode or gcode - bgcode will load and start printing faster
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 However with regards to filament the loading and unloading is slightly different as there are 5 lines.  However with regards to filament the loading and unloading is slightly different as there are 5 lines. 
  
-**Standard settings:** 1st colour, 2nd supports. These can be modified in the settings. You can use different types of filament within reason but consider the heat of the bed.  +**recommended settings:** 1st colour, 2nd supports. These can be modified in the settings. You can use different types of filament within reason but consider the heat of the bed.  
-Always make sure the filament in each line matches that in the software.+Always make sure the filament in each line matches that in the printer software.
  
  
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 ===== Filament ===== ===== Filament =====
  
-All Hackspace 3D printers use 1.75mm filament. Most filaments such as PLA, PETG, FLEX etc are supported. Do not use filaments that require a nozzle temperature above 285°C such as polycarbonate.+All Hackspace 3D printers use 1.75mm filament. Most filaments such as PLA, PETG, FLEX etc are supported. 
  
-Please do not use ABS, ASA, HIPS or PA we need an advanced filtration system for these filaments, please let committee know well in advanced if this is something you will need as a proposal will be needed.+Please do not use ABS, ASA, HIPS or PA as we need an enclosure and advanced filtration system for these filaments, please let committee know well in advanced if this is something you will need as a proposal will be needed.
  
-Do not use abrasive filaments, the ObXidian nozzle required to print them is not currently installed and is on the broken toolhead. 
 ===== Inserting filament ===== ===== Inserting filament =====
  
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 ===== Accessories ===== ===== Accessories =====
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 Similarly to the MK4 is that it's very easy to print on different steel sheets. We have three: Similarly to the MK4 is that it's very easy to print on different steel sheets. We have three:
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   * textured -- this is the strongest sheet. It has slightly lower bed adhesion than smooth when printing PLA, but only slightly. Remember -- you may also need glue stick when using sticky filaments such as TPU.   * textured -- this is the strongest sheet. It has slightly lower bed adhesion than smooth when printing PLA, but only slightly. Remember -- you may also need glue stick when using sticky filaments such as TPU.
   * satin -- good all round sheet and gives a slightly different surface finish.   * satin -- good all round sheet and gives a slightly different surface finish.
 +The beds are stored under Printer A. If you have any doubts about which to use check here: [[https://help.prusa3d.com/filament-material-guide|Filament Material Guide]]
  
-Any doubts check here: [[https://help.prusa3d.com/filament-material-guide|Filament Material Guide]] +The XL is equipped with 4 High Flow ObXidian nozzles on tools 1-4, with tool 5 having a standard flow ObXidian nozzle. This allows the printing of abrasive materials with any tool.
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-Toolhead 1 is equipped with a 0.4 mm ObXidian nozzle, allowing it to print with abrasive materials such as CF/GF filled filaments. **DO NOT PRINT THESE WITH OTHER NOZZLES, ONLY TOOLHEAD 1.** It will work with all other filaments on the approved list as well and should be all around more durable than the other nozzles. +
  
 ===== Features ===== ===== Features =====
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   * **Printer dimensions:** 700 mm (w) × 900 mm (h) × 720 mm (d) (27.5’’×35.5’’×28.5’’) including side spoolholders and the separate top enclosure cover   * **Printer dimensions:** 700 mm (w) × 900 mm (h) × 720 mm (d) (27.5’’×35.5’’×28.5’’) including side spoolholders and the separate top enclosure cover
   * **Filament diameter:** 1.75mm, wide range of thermoplastics supported (including, but not limited to PLA, PETG)   * **Filament diameter:** 1.75mm, wide range of thermoplastics supported (including, but not limited to PLA, PETG)
-  * **Extruder:** Planetary 1:10 gearbox with no-slip drive gear, Load Cell sensor, E3D V6 compatible* +  * **Extruder:** Planetary 1:10 gearbox with no-slip drive gear, Load Cell sensor 
-  * Tool Changer with up to 5 tool heads (optional upgrade via built-in expansion port)+  * Tool Changer with up to 5 tool heads
   * **Bed:** Segmented heatbed with 16 individually controlled segments   * **Bed:** Segmented heatbed with 16 individually controlled segments
   * **Print surface:** Removable magnetic steel sheets with different surface finishes   * **Print surface:** Removable magnetic steel sheets with different surface finishes
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 ==== Bed adhesion ==== ==== Bed adhesion ====
 As the printer isn't enclosed, it's prone to getting dust on the bed, and as it's a bigger bed anyway, it takes more cleaning. You might find that it takes noticeably more time to fully clean the bed. If you're having problems with bed adhesion, make sure it's very thoroughly cleaned. As the printer isn't enclosed, it's prone to getting dust on the bed, and as it's a bigger bed anyway, it takes more cleaning. You might find that it takes noticeably more time to fully clean the bed. If you're having problems with bed adhesion, make sure it's very thoroughly cleaned.
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