Instructions
Here are some step by step instructions for learning how to use your Hyrel 3D Printer.
Before You Get Started
Unboxing and Initial Setup: 30M Models
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Unboxing and Initial Setup: ESR Models
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Unboxing and Initial Setup: Hydra Models
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Unboxing and Initial Setup: Engine HR (High Resolution)
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GCODE to establish sensor-based home in Z and in X/Y: G28 Z0 ; home Z G28 X0 Y0 ; home X/Y GCODE to insert BEFORE first move, assuming 28.2 as your calculated Z-Zero above absolute Zero: M660 H2 Z28.2 ; set tool height for tool two (Z offset) GCODE to insert ON first move, Before: G1 Z0.275 F360 ; move to next layer (0) After: G1 Z0.275 F360 H2 ; move to next layer (0) and invoke head Z offset for this tool |
Please complete the steps above for your model of printer before printing.
BASIC Printing: One STL, One Head
First Training Session
Overview, Tramming, Printing with Reservoirs
Additional Emulsifiable Videos
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EMO Series Printing Tips
- Overview of Reservoir-based Print Heads:
- Loading Reservoir-based Print Heads:
Second Training Session
CAD Modeling, Positioning, and Printing with Filaments
Additional Filament Videos
- General MK Series:
- MK1-250 Extruder for Standard Filaments:
- MK2-250 Extruder for Flexible Filaments:
- MK1-450 Extruder for High-Temperature Filaments:
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Overview
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Loading and Printing
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Additional Basic Printing Instructions
- PDF: BASIC Printing Instructions
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HotHead/HotBed 103 Controller Board LEDs Explained
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Tramming your Bed: Systems and Engines, 2015 and later
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Tramming your Bed: Earlier Systems and Engines
Please become skilled at BASIC Printing before moving to INTERMEDIATE Printing.
INTERMEDIATE Printing: One STL, Multiple Heads
- PDF: Intermediate Printing Instructions
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Session 3A - Setting Two Heads to Z-Zero
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Session 3B - Calibrating the Offset Between Two Heads
- PhoneBuddy App for using your smartphone to calibrate offests
- GCODE: Calibration Target
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Session 3C - Slicing and Printing with Second Head Support
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Session 3D - Clone or Parallel Printing
Please become skilled at INTERMEDIATE Printing before moving to ADVANCED Printing.
ADVANCED Printing: Multiple STLs, Multiple Heads
Please refer to the videos below for instructions on Troubleshooting, Maintaining, and Tuning your Printer.
Other Accessory Overviews
Troubleshooting, Maintaining, and Tuning
General
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Establishing Connectivity between PC and Printer
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Updating Slic3r Settings
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Replacing the 103 HotHead Controller
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Updating the 103 HotHead / HotBed Controllers
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Updating the 407 Motion Controller
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Assembling the new PEEK Fan Nozzle on the MK1-250 and MK2-250
Hydra Models
Configuration
Adjustments
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Hydra Home Calibration Details
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Adjusting X and Y Belt Tension
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Adjusting Z Belt Tension
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Adjusting Linear Bearings
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Draining Laser Coolant
System 30M and Engine (SR) Models
Adjustments
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Adjusting the X-Arm
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Tightening the X Belt
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Adjusting the Y-Arm
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Tightening the Y Belt
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Adjusting the Table Arm Block
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Tramming the heated build platform and setting Z-Zero
Replacements
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Replacing the Power Supply
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Replacing the Heated Build Platform
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Replacing the (old) 4A fuses (1206 package) on the Yoke
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Replacing the Print Head PCB
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Replacing the Main I/O (Spine) Board
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Replacing the Tablet Interface Board
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Running from an External PC (start at 6:24)
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Replacing the LED Strips
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Replacing the Front Switch Panel
YouTube Directories
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The Hyrel YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT-48K-0Y4xoTvbJCjyDFXA/videos
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Karl Gifford's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/karl0gifford/videos?sort=dd&shelf_id=0&view=0