⬢For the following step, please prepare:

⬢Z-axis-bottom-left (1x)

⬢Z-axis-bottom-right (1x)

⬢M3x10 screw (6x)

⬢Tighten each printed part with M3x10 screws. Don't use excessive strength during tightening! In case of increased resistance, try to place the screws from the other side to "clean up" the hole. Then return to the front side.

The design of the Z-axis printed parts version B7 is slightly different from the pictures. The screw heads should be aligned with the surface of the part.

⬢For the following step, please prepare:

⬢Z-axis motor (2x)

Note each Z-axis motor has different cable length. The shorter one must be on the left side, longer on the right side.

⬢Z-screw-cover (2x)

⬢Remove the trapezoidal nuts from the motors. DON'T THROW them away, you will need them!

⬢Screw the Z-screw covers onto both leadscrews.

⬢For the following step, please prepare:

⬢Z motor left (labeled Z axis left, shorter cable)

⬢Z motor right (labeled Z axis right, longer cable)

⬢M3x10 screw (8x)

⬢Motor cables must be oriented towards the frame, there is a small cutout in the frame on the lower edge for each cable.

⬢Secure each motor with four M3x10 screws. Tighten evenly and carefully as you might break the printed parts.

⬢For the following step, please prepare:

⬢Trapezoidal nut (2x)

⬢M3x10 screw (4x) or M3x18 screw (4x)

Starting X-end version B6 you need longer screws M3x18. In the first batches (February 2018) the screws are in a separate bag.

⬢M3n nut (4x)

⬢Turn the X-axis upside down and insert nuts into traps on both X-ends.

In case you can't press the nuts in, don't use excessive force. First, check that there isn't any obstacle in the nut trap.

Note: Design of your X-end printed parts might slightly differ, but the assembly process is the same.

⬢Carefully rotate the X-axis onto its backside.

⬢Insert the trapezoidal nuts to each X-end.

⬢Tighten the nuts with M3x10 screws or with M3x18 screws. Longer screws are needed in case of X-end version B6 and newer.

You can use any of all four holes on the trapezoidal nuts.

Note: Design of your X-end printed parts might slightly differ, but the assembly process is the same.

⬢Smooth rod 320 mm (2x)

⬢Carefully slide the X-axis on the trapezoidal lead screws. By rotating both screws simultaneously let the X-axis slide until both trapezoidal lead screws are visible.

⬢Make sure the top smooth rod of the X-axis and the lower edge of the frame are parallel.

⬢NOW, PLEASE BE VERY CAREFUL! Gently insert the remaining smooth rods through the bearings on the X-axis all the way down into printed parts, do not apply too much force and do not tilt the rod!

In case you manage to push out balls from the bearings, please count them. One or two balls are ok, if there are more of them, please consider ordering new bearings.

Note: Design of your X-end printed parts might slightly differ, but the assembly process is the same.

⬢Place the Z-axis-top-left part on the rods and align it with the frame.

⬢Ensure the holes in the printed part are fully aligned with the holes on the frame.

⬢Use two M3x10 screws to tighten the Z-axis-top-left part.

⬢Repeat this step on the other side of the frame with Z-axis-top-right printed part.

Note: Design of your X-end printed parts might slightly differ, but the assembly process is the same.

⬢Guide the X-axis belt through the X-end-idler, around the 623h bearing with the housing and back.

⬢Continue with the belt through the X-carriage. Note there are slots below the belt, those will be used for cables.

⬢Guide the X-axis belt through the X-end-motor, around the GT2-16 pulley and back.

⬢Before you continue to guide the belt through the X-axis, please release two M3 screws on the X-end.

⬢Rotate the X-axis motor as indicated towards the frame.

⬢Insert the flat part of the X-GT2 belt into the X-carriage as in the second picture.

Use a screwdriver or the smallest Allen key to push the belt in.

⬢Using right hand rotate the motor to its original position and hold it (tension is applied to the belt).

⬢Using two fingers on your left hand push the belt together. Very small force should be needed for bending the belt, BUT the belt shouldn't be bent by its own weight before being pressed with your fingers, it must be straight.

If you are struggling to rotate the motor back into position, the belt tension is too high.

⬢Depending on the belt being under or overstretched, adjust the amount of the belt in the X-carriage.

⬢When done, rotate the motor to its original position and tighten the M3 screws again.

For the following step we recommend getting a white marker, but you can also trim the belt without it.

⬢Measure the part, which must be trimmed and gently take the end of the belt away, from the X-carriage, but make sure at least 3-4 teeth are still in the X-carriage, as you don't want to lose the tension. If possible make a mark, where to cut the belt.

⬢Ensure again your mark is in the correct position and the belt is still stretched.

⬢Using pliers cut the belt and push it inside X-carriage. Use screwdriver or Allen key, if needed.

In this step, we will finish tensioning the belt. Please read the instructions first, your belt might have proper tension already.

⬢First, slightly release all the screws holding the motor, otherwise, the upper "tensioner" won't work (the motor must be able to move).

⬢Using Allen key start tightening the M3x18 screw inside the X-end-motor, but after each turn or two check the tension in the belt.

⬢In Step 14, you were asked to have the belt a bit less stretched, however, for the optimal performance, the belt must be a bit harder to press with your fingers. Move the X-carriage all the way to the X-end-idler and try the belt tension in the middle of the X-axis.

⬢When you achieve optimal tension, please tighten the screws again.

In case you experience X-axis failure during calibration or skipped layers in the X direction, you can adjust this screw accordingly. Tightening the screw stretches the belt. Releasing the screw has opposite effect. Each time don't forget to release the screws on the motor first.

⬢Ready? Please jump to step Step 25

⬢Insert the flat part of the X-GT2 belt (850 mm) into the X-carriage as in the picture.

⬢Press the belt all the way in, use a screwdriver or an Allen key.

⬢Guide the X-axis belt through the X-end-idler, around the 623h bearing with the housing and back.

⬢Continue with the belt through the X-carriage. Note there are slots below the belt, those will be used for cables.

⬢Guide the X-axis belt through the X-end-motor, around the GT2-16 pulley and back.

⬢Before you continue to guide the belt through the X-axis, please release two M3 screws on the X-end.

⬢Rotate the X-axis motor down.

⬢Insert the flat part of the X-GT2 belt into the X-carriage as in the second picture.

⬢Press the belt all the way in, use a screwdriver or an Allen key.

There can be a slight belt overhang on this side, no need to trim it.

⬢Using right hand rotate the motor to its original position and hold it.

⬢Using a finger on your left hand push the belt down. Some force should be needed for bending the belt, BUT don't try to overstretch the belt as you might damage the printer.

If you are struggling to rotate the motor back into position the belt tension is too high.

⬢Depending on the belt being under or overstretched, adjust the amount of the belt in the X-carriage.

⬢When done, rotate the motor to its original position and tighten the M3 screws again.

⬢Both top and bottom part of the belt should be parallel (above each other).

⬢To adjust the belt position, release the screws on the pulley and move it slightly until you reach the best position.

⬢In case you can't make the belt parallel, check if the belt is properly inserted in the X-carriage.

⬢Tighten both screws on the pulley.

⬢There are only textile sleeves present in the kit, then proceed according to the: 5. E-axis assembly (textile sleeve)

⬢There is a combination of spiral wraps and textile sleeve in the kit, then proceed according to the: 5. E-axis assembly (spiral wrap)