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1. Introduction

1. Introduction
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1. Introduction
 Difficulty
Very easy
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14
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Preparing the upgrade kit
Preparing the upgrade kit
Preparing the upgrade kit
Welcome to the tutorial on how to upgrade your Original Prusa XL Dual-Head to Original Prusa XL Five-Head.
Please prepare the upgrade kit received from Prusa Research.
For the assembly, prepare a clean workbench with a space of at least 1 m x 1 m (40 in x 40 in).
Getting the necessary tools
Getting the necessary tools
Getting the necessary tools
The package includes:
Needle-nose pliers (1x)
Philips (PH2) screwdriver (1x)
Universal wrench (1x)
Nextruder box as a heatbed cover.
Continue to the next step.
Labels guide
Labels guide
All the boxes and bags including parts for the build are labeled.
The amount of parts is written on the label. This number is included in the total number of each type of part.
Cheatsheet
Cheatsheet
Cheatsheet
For accurate assembly, it is recommended to use a Cheatsheet that contains 1:1 scale drawings for accurate comparison of fasteners and some other parts.
You can download it from our site prusa.io/cheatsheet-xl. Print it at 100 %, don't rescale it, otherwise, it won't work.
The frame covers are 1:1 scale, so you can compare the size by placing the frame cover on the paper to make sure you are using the correct type.
Front, left, right and rear side
Front, left, right and rear side
IMPORTANT: The XL printer is large and it is almost impossible to have the entire body in every single picture. Throughout the manual, there will used terms to describe the side you will be working on:
Front side - the location featuring the xLCD screen.
Left side - identifiable by the safety sticker positioned along its edge.
Right side - in contrast to the left side, lacks a safety sticker.
Rear side - the remaining section housing the PSU (Power Supply Unit).
Manipulating with the printer
Manipulating with the printer
Manipulating with the printer
Never manipulate the printer by using the upper metal flanges. You can damage the LED lights hidden inside.
When assembling, handle the base using the extrusions.
Silicone sock
Silicone sock
A silicone sock is supplied with each Nextruder package.
The main function of a silicone sock is to keep the temperature in the heater block stable, which improves the printer's performance.
Also, it keeps your hotend clean from filament dirt and protects it in case the print detaches from the print surface.
You will be asked to install the sock later in this guide.
How to install the sock - check the article.
CAUTION: Lubricant Handling
CAUTION: Lubricant Handling
CAUTION: Lubricant Handling
CAUTION: Avoid direct skin contact with the lubricant used for the linear rails in this printer. If a contact occurs, wash your hands immediately. Especially before eating, drinking, or touching your face.
Lubricant accumulates in the printer's bearings, mainly in the linear rail channels.
View high resolution images
View high resolution images
When you browse the guide on help.prusa3d.com, you can view the original images in high resolution for clarity.
Just hover your cursor over the image and click the Magnifier button ("View original") in the top left corner.
How to successfully finish the assembly
How to successfully finish the assembly
To successfully finish the upgrade please follow all these:
Always read all the instructions at the current step first, it will help you to understand what you need to do. Don't cut or trim unless you are told to!!!
Don't follow pictures only! It is not enough, the written instructions are as brief as they could be. Read them!
Read the comments from the other users, they are a great source of ideas. We read them too and based on your feedback improve the manual and the entire assembly.
Use a reasonable force, the printed parts are tough, but not unbreakable. If it doesn't fit, check your approach twice.
Most important: Enjoy the build, have fun. Cooperate with your kids, friends or partners.
Prepare your desk
Prepare your desk
Tidy up your desk! Tidying up decreases the probability of losing small parts.
Clear your workspace. Make sure you have enough room. A nice clear flat workbench will get you the results you are aiming for.
Let there be light! Make sure you are in a well-lit environment. Another lamp or even an extra flashlight will probably come in handy.
Prepare something to contain the plastic bags and the removed packing materials so you can recycle them afterwards. Make sure there are no important parts being discarded.
OK, we are ready. Let's start! Go to thr next chapter 2. Printer preparing
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