Overview
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| The Zortrax M200 is enclosed with (3) semi-transparent plastic shields. (not pictured) When opening front shield/door, you can access the internal parts & pieces. When the equipment is in operation, this door should remain closed. | ||
Inspection
| 2. Inspect the Perforated Plate | ||
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| WARNING: HEAT HAZARD | ||
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The perforated plate is mounted (with screws) to a heated build plate that attaches magnetically atop the build platform. Before printing, inspect the perforated plate; make sure the plate is free from large debris and leftover material. It is normal to have leftover material embedded within the perforations. If the perforated print platform is sufficient, continue on to the next step below. If the perforated print platform requires cleaning, follow the instructions on removing, cleaning and replacing the Zortrax M200: Printing Platform. |
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Load
| 3. Load your Print File | ||
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| Open the front panel and locate the SD card slot. The reader is positioned in the front-right of the machine, above and behind the display interface. Insert your SD Card and close the front panel. | ||
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i. Using the rotating control knob, browse to item labeled MODELS on the M200 display. Select this option by pressing the control knob. ii. In the next menu, a list of [.zcode] files will appear. Scroll to your file and select. iii. In the final menu, the display lists the selected print file’s details (Material Profile & Est. Print Time) near the bottom. Two options are available from this Menu: > Select BACK to move to the previous screen. >Scroll to PRINT: YOUR_FILE_NAME.zcode and select, to begin your print job. If you select PRINT, the equipment will begin heating the build platform, print head, and the internal environment. Make sure the front panel is shut, and close any sliding doors on the 3D Printer fume hood. |
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