Cocoon HE170703 User manual

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MODEL NUMBER: HE170703
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
VERSION 1
ISSUED 04/08/17
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WARRANTY NOTE
If you experience any issues with this product or its
performance is not what you had expected, please contact
us at Winplus before returning the item to the store.
It is likely that we can resolve any problems for you via
phone or email.
We can be reached on:
Phone: [phone] (Mon - Fri; 8:30am - 6:00pm AEST)
Email: customercar[email protected]
Web: www.winplus.com.au
IMPORTANT
Getting the most out of your ModelMaker 3D Printer:
Read the manual carefully
It will help you set up with ease
Visit https://cocoonproducts.com.au
We have additional support videos and guides
Call After Sales Support - 1300 663 907
Available Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 6:00pm AEST
Email customercar[email protected]
We’re always happy to help
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Warranty Details
The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts for a period
of 12 months from the date of purchase. Defects that occur within this warranty period, under
normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced or refunded at our discretion. The benets
conferred by this warranty are in addition to all rights and remedies in respect of the product
that the consumer has under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 and similar state and
territory laws.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation
for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.You are also entitled to have the goods
repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure
does not amount to a major failure.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Before you get started, please read these important safety instructions.
CAUTION: The Cocoon Create ModelMaker 3D Printer generates high temperatures and includes
moving parts that can cause injury. Never reach inside of the ModelMaker 3D Printer while it is in
operation, and allow time for the printer to cool down after operation.
Always use the ModelMaker 3D Printer in an open, well ventilated area as vapours/fumes
created at operating temperatures may be irritating.
Do not leave the ModelMaker 3D Printer unattended during operation.
Contact with extruded material may cause burns. Wait for printed objects to cool before
removing them from the build platform.
Always take care when using the Scraper. Never direct the Scraper towards your ngers.
Only use the ModelMaker 3D Printer in a clear working area.
• The printer must not be exposed to water, moisture or rain, or damage will occur.
• The printer is designed to be used with ambient temperature ranging 15°C - 30°C, and humidity
ranging 20% - 50%. Operating outside these limits may result in lower quality models.
• In case of emergency, turn o the 3D printer at the power outlet.
• It is recommended that you use eye protection when cleaning/sanding printed models to avoid small
particles contacting eyes.
• Please read and understand the contents of this installation and user manual carefully. Failure to read
the manual may lead to personal injury, inferior results, or damage to the ModelMaker 3D Printer.
Always make sure that anyone who uses the 3D printer knows and understand the contents of the
manual to make the most out of the ModelMaker 3D Printer.
• The ModelMaker 3D Printer is not intended for use by persons with reduced physical and /or mental
capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or
instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
• Children should be under constant supervision when using the printer.
• Before Installation, you should make sure that the ModelMaker 3D Printer is unplugged from the
power supply. Only use furniture that can safely support ModelMaker 3D Printer.
• Ensure the mains socket-outlet is near the equipment and is easily accessible.
ModelMaker 3D Printer has been tested according to the AS/NZS 60950-1, Which falls under the low
voltage directive. ModelMaker 3D Printer must be used in conjunction with the original power cord.
In combination, they guarantee safe use in relation to short-circuit, overload, over voltage and over
temperature. Always unplug the printer before doing maintenance or modications.
HOT SURFACE
DO NOT TOUCH
MOVING PARTS
Warranty Details
The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts for a period
of 12 months from the date of purchase. Defects that occur within this warranty period, under
normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced or refunded at our discretion. The benets
conferred by this warranty are in addition to all rights and remedies in respect of the product
that the consumer has under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 and similar state and
territory laws.
Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law.
You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation
for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.You are also entitled to have the goods
repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure
does not amount to a major failure.
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CONTENTS
Warranty Details 4
Safety Instructions 5
Parts List 8
Technical Specications 9
Introduction 10
1.1 What is 3D Printing? 10
1.2 From 3D Design to Printed 3D Object 10
Product Overview 12
2.1 Printer Front View 12
2.2 Printer Rear View 13
2.3 Control Panel 14
Product Assembly & Initial Setup 15
3.1 Unboxing and Assembly 15
3.2 Home Screen 16
3.3 Navigating the Menus 16
3.4 Menu Tree 17
3.5 Adding Filament 18
3.6 Levelling The Bed 18
3.6.1 The Levelling Wizard 18
3.6.2 Manually Levelling the Bed 19
Printing and Removing Models 20
4.1 Printing a File 20
4.1.1 During Print Settings 20
4.2 Good 3D Printing Practices 21
4.3 Removing 3D Objects from the Bed 22
4.4 Removing Filament 22
4.5 Quick Settings 23
4.6 Advanced Settings 23
4.7 Filament 24
4.7.1 PLA Filament 24
4.8 Storage 25
4.9 Creating and Printing your Own Models 25
4.9.1 Saving Files to MicroSD Card 25
4.9.2 Creating a GCODE File Using Cura 25
4.9.3 Installing Cura 25
4.9.4 Adding your Cocoon Create 3D Printer to Cura 26
4.9.5 Loading a 3D Design into Cura 26

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Servicing 27
5.1 Servicing your ModelMaker 3D Printer 27
5.1.1 Replacing the Print Mat 27
5.1.2 Nozzle Cleaning 27
5.1.3 Routine Component Check 28
5.1.4 Storing 28
Finishing 29
6.1 Finishing Techniques 29
6.1.1 Useful Tools/Equipment 29
6.1.2 Removing Support Material 29
6.1.3 Sanding 29
6.1.4 Surface Coating 30
Maintenance 30
Disposal of Packaging 31
Disposal of Product 31
Troubleshooting 32
10.1 Troubleshooting 32
10.1.1 Printing Problems 32
10.1.2 Connectivity Problems 33
10.1.3 Other Problems 34
10.2 Useful Terms 35
Appendix 36
References 36
Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice 37

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PARTS LIST
1 x 3D Printer
1 x Filament Spool Stand
1 x Power Cable
1 x USB Cable
1 x 4GB MicroSD Card
1 x Scraper
1 x PTFE Tube
1 x Hex Key Set
2 x Cable Ties
4 x 10m PLA Filament
2 x Spare Print Bed Mats
1 x Instruction Manual
(Not Shown)
1 x Getting Started Guide
(Not Shown)
1 x Warranty Card
(Not Shown)
1 x Levelling Card

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Printing
Print Technology: Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF)
Build Volume: 120 x 135 x 100mm (Width x Depth x Height)
Layer Resolution: 0.1 – 0.4mm
Positioning Accuracy: X 0.012mm
Y 0.012mm
Z 0.004mm
Extruder Quantity: Single Extruder
Extruder Diameter: 0.4mm
Print Speed: 10mm/s - 70mm/s
Travel Speed: 10mm/s - 70mm/s
Supported Print Materials: Cocoon Create Branded PLA, PLA Wood
Temperature
Ambient Operating Temperature: 15°C – 30°C
Operational Extruder Temperature: 170°C - 250°C
Software
Slicer Software: Cura
Cura Input Formats: .STL, .OBJ, .DAE, .AMF
Cura Output Format: .GCODE
Connectivity: MicroSD Card, USB port (Firmware updating only)
Electrical
Input Rating: 100-240Vac, 50/60Hz, 1.0A
Physical Dimensions
Printer Frame Dimensions: 325 x 240 x 380 (Width x Depth x Height)
Weight: 7KG

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1.1 What is 3D Printing?
3D Printing is a process whereby a real object is created from a 3D Design. Fused Filament
Fabrication (FFF) is one of the most common technologies used by 3D Printers to achieve this. FFF
works on an‘additive’principle by laying down material, such as PLA or ABS lament, in layers to
create a 3D object.
1.2 From 3D Design to Printed 3D Object
3D Design Slice to GCODE Setup ModelMaker 3D Printer
3D Printing Process 3D Printed Object
3D Design
Having a 3D Design is the rst step to creating a 3D Object. There are
a number of free 3D Designs that can be downloaded and printed for
personal use. Websites such as Thingiverse.com, Pinshape.com and
YouMagine.com are a good place to start, but there are many more
available!
Alternatively, you can create your own 3D Design using 3D Modelling Software. Programs such as
SketchUp or Blender allow this, however this can take some practice before successfully modelling
your 3D Design. After you’ve nished your 3D Design, you can export it as an .STL le, to be
imported into a ‘Slicer’program such as Cura.
Slice to GCODE
A‘Slicer’converts a 3D Design (usually an .STL or .AMF format) into
individual layers. It then generates the machine code (such as GCODE) that
the 3D Printer will use for printing.
We recommend the program Cura as it uses a simple interface and includes a large amount of
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support material.
Setup ModelMaker 3D Printer
It’s important to check your printer before every print. We’ve included some
steps on page 21 in section 4.2 Good 3D Printing Practices for you to
quickly refer to each time.
3D Printing Process
Now that you’ve loaded a GCODE le onto the printer, it will commence
heating up the Extruder, then start printing. While printing, the nozzle will
move along the X and Y axis as each layer is printed. This can take some time,
depending on the size of the 3D model, print speed of the 3D printer and
resolution of each layer.
Here is an example of how size, inll, and resolution can aect printing time:
Dimensions: 62.5 x 25.75 x 67.75mm 70 x 70 x 140mm
Inll: 20% 0% 20% 20%
Resolution: 2mm 2mm 2mm 1mm
Print Time: 53min 39min 6hr 40min 13hr 12min
Filament Used: 4m 2.54m 45m 45.67m
3D Printed Object
Once the printer has completed all the layers, you will have a 3D Printed Object. The results are
certainly worth it, with 3D models ranging from simple to complex.
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
2.1 Printer Front View
1. Filament Tube
2. X-Axis Frame
3. Cooling Fan
4. Nozzle
5. Print Bed
6. Front Thumbwheels
7. Control Panel
8. Filament Clamp
9. Tower Frame
10. Spool Holder
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
2.2 Printer Rear View
1. Power Switch
2. Plug Socket
3. Rear Thumbwheels
4. Extruder Assembly
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2.3 Control Panel
1. MicroSD Card Slot
2. Restart Button
3. LCD Display Screen
4. Dial Button
5. USB Port
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3.1 Unboxing and Assembly
Your Cocoon Create ModelMaker 3D Printer is carefully packed to avoid damage in transit. Take
your time unpacking it. The printer is pre-assembled and requires only minimal set up before
powering on.
1. Carefully remove the 3D printer from the box and place on a clean,
level work space.
2. Cut the 2 x cable ties holding the Print Bed to the X-Axis Frame.
3. Unscrew and remove the outer plastic nut from the Filament Spool
Holder, then insert the nut into the side slot of the tower. Screw in the
Filament Spool Holder into the side of the printer.
NOTE: Ensure the Filament Spool Holder is secure and do not overtighten
4. Ensure the power switch is in the OFF position, then insert the Power
Supply Cable into the back of the 3D Printer. Insert the other end into
a nearby mains power outlet. Turn on the power outlet, then turn on
the power switch at the back of the 3D Printer
5. After a few seconds, the LCD display screen will initialize and show the
Home Screen
PRODUCT ASSEMBLY & INITIAL SETUP
3D Printer ready.
Elapsed Time 0
Progress Speed
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3.2 Home Screen
• Printer Status: Current printer status or memory card status if removed or inserted
• Elapsed Time: Length of time the current model has been printing (if applicable)
• Progress: Displays percentage of model completed (if applicable)
• Speed: Current printing speed – 100% is full speed
NOTE: The initial printing speed is dened in the GCODE le, not by the printer
• Extruder Temperature: The temperature shown above the symbol is the set/target
temperature. The temperature below the same symbol is the current temperature.
NOTE: When no temperature is set, the extruder will register the current ambient temperature
3.3 Navigating the Menus
1. To enter the Main Menu, quickly press and release the Dial Button
2. To move throughout the menu, turn the Dial Button. Note some menus have options not visible
on the screen. Keep turning the dial to see all options available
3. To make a selection, quickly press and release the Dial Button
4. To move to the previous menu or exit, highlight‘back’at the top of each menu and push the
Dial Button
SETUP
3D Printer ready.
Elapsed Time 0
Progress Speed
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3.4 Menu Tree
3D Printer ready.
Elapsed Time 0
Progress Speed
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Move
Change Filament
Disable Steppers
Preheat
Cooldown
back
Print File
Level bed
Quick Settings
Advanced
back
Temperature
Save Setting
Factory Reset
Main Menu
Home Screen
Quick Settings
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3.5 Adding Filament
1. Place your roll of lament on the Filament Spool Holder
2. Turn on the 3D Printer with the Power Switch located at the back of the Printer
3. Push the Dial Button to access the Main Menu and navigate to Quick Settings Change
Filament Add Filament. The Extruder will automatically
raise and preheat; always wait until it has fully preheated
4. After the extruder has preheated, hold the Filament Clamp
on the top of the tower and manually feed the end of the
lament through the entire tube until it reaches the extruder.
The lament will start to extrude once the extruder has
reached target temperature. Let go of the clamp so the
motor can push the lament through
5. Once lament is extruding from the nozzle press back to
stop extruding
6. Carefully remove any excess lament from the nozzle using
the Scraper. Filament is loaded and ready to print
WARNING: The extruder will still be hot and the Scraper should be
used to remove the lament from the nozzle
3.6 Levelling The Bed
Levelling the bed is arguably the most important step in producing successful prints and should
be checked before every print. Before levelling the Print Bed check all springs and thumbwheels
are in place
3.6.1 The Levelling Wizard
1. Clean o any excess lament residue from the tip of the nozzle using the Scraper
2. Enter the Main Menu and select Level Bed
3. After Initializing, the Level Wizard will guide you through levelling all 4 corners of your print
bed. Press next to proceed to the next screen / corner
4. On each corner, turn the relevant thumbwheel until you can just slide a piece of copy paper
between the extruder and print bed with slight resistance, about 0.1mm
5. After levelling the last corner you can return to the Main Menu or restart the Levelling Wizard.
If this is your rst time levelling the bed we recommend completing the wizard again to
ensure it is level
NOTE: The ModelMaker does not use the entire print bed during levelling or printing. The maximum
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3.6.2 Manually Levelling the Bed
1. Clean o any excess lament residue from the tip of the nozzle using the Scraper
2. Enter the Main Menu and select Quick Settings Move Home XYZ to move the nozzle to
the home position in the front right corner
NOTE: Immediately turn o the machine if any motors are jamming or forcing against the chassis.
3. Select back Disable steppers to enable movement of the Print Bed and Extruder
4. Manually move the Print Bed and Extruder to each corner or area you would like to level
5. On each corner, turn the relevant thumbwheel until you can just slide a piece of copy paper
between the extruder and print bed with slight resistance, about 0.1mm
6. Continue checking points on the Print Bed until you are satised it is level
Nozzle Too High
Insucient contact area
resulting in poor adhesion
and extrusion skipping
Correct Height
Filament pushed into the
print bed slightly to maximize
surface area contact whilst
still allowing good extrusion
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Nozzle Too Low
Not enough clearance for
the lament to be extruded,
which can damage the
extruder and/or print bed
If you are new to 3D Printing we highly recommend that you visit our website to review our video
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4.1 Printing a File
The ModelMaker only accepts and prints GCODE les. The included MicroSD Card has sample
model GCODEs available to get you started. See section 4.9 Creating
and Printing Your Own Models on page 25 to load your own
models.
1. Check the Print Bed has been levelled correctly
2. Insert the included MicroSD Card into the Memory Card Slot
next to the LCD screen with the label facing to the left as shown
3. Enter the Main Menu and select Print File
4. Select the le you would like to print
5. The printer will return to the status screen and display“Heating…”in the upper left corner of
the display. The nozzle temperature will heat until it reaches the target temperature
6. Once the nozzle reaches the target temperature the printer will automatically begin printing
the le
NOTE:
• Micro SD Memory Cards (up to 32GB) should be formatted to FAT32. If there is no MicroSD Card
inserted the Main Menu will display No SD card and no les will be available to print
• If your le is not printing correctly, press the main Dial Button and select ‘Stop print’ from the
menu. Ensure the extruder is raised prior to removing the print o the Print Bed
• Immediately turn o the machine if any of the motors are jamming or forcing against the chassis
• If you cannot access the Print menu, it is likely the MicroSD Card is not mounted properly. Try
removing and reinserting the MicroSD Card.
4.1.1 During Print Settings
While printing, some settings can be modied. Push the button to access these settings
1. Speed: Turn the Dial to adjust the print speed %. Note the original print speed is determined
by GCODE le generated, not the printer
2. Nozzle: Modify the temperature of the Nozzle
3. Pause print: Pauses the print once the last instruction GCODE instruction has completed (be
patient). Tap Resume print to keep printing
4. Stop print: Stops the current print
PRINTING AND REMOVING MODELS