CraftBot CB4 FLOW Series User manual

V 1.0 2020. 01. 22.

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USER GUIDE
CB4 FLOW GENERATION
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GUIDE!
2020. 01. 22.
V2.0

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................................................ 5
2. IMPORTANT.................................................................................................................................................................................. 6
2.1. WARNINGS...................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
3. THE PACK ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
3.1. UNPACKING THE 3D PRINTER .............................................................................................................................................................. 8
3.2. ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................................................................................................... 8
4. INTRODUCING THE CRAFTBOT 3D PRINTER................................................................................................................................... 9
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5. ASSEMBLING THE CRAFTBOT PRINTER ........................................................................................................................................ 10
5.1. CRAFTBOT FLOW /XL PRINTER .......................................................................................................................................................... 10
5.2. USING THE PRINETER ....................................................................................................................................................................... 11
5.3. LCD LAYOUT.................................................................................................................................................................................. 12
6. SETTINGS .................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
6.1. NETWORK ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 13
6.2. FANS/LIGHT/LOGO ........................................................................................................................................................................ 13
6.3. LANGUAGE/SOUND/TIME OPTIONS................................................................................................................................................... 14
6.5. CALIBRATION SETTINGS .................................................................................................................................................................... 16
6.6. FW UPGRADE MENU....................................................................................................................................................................... 19
7. PREPARING THE PRINTER............................................................................................................................................................ 20
7.1. HEATING UP THE PRINTER................................................................................................................................................................. 20
7.2. LOADING THE FILAMENT................................................................................................................................................................... 21
7.3. EXTRUDE MENU.............................................................................................................................................................................. 21
7.3.1. Extrude.................................................................................................................................................................................. 21
7.3.2. Removing the filament from the estruder............................................................................................................................. 22
7.3.3. Filament change.................................................................................................................................................................... 22
8. HOMING MENU .......................................................................................................................................................................... 23
9. USING THE CRAFTWARE.............................................................................................................................................................. 24
9.1. INSTALLING THE CRAFTWARE ............................................................................................................................................................ 24
9.2. C RAFT W ARE PROGRAM ........................................................................................................................................................... 24
10. PRINTING MENU ......................................................................................................................................................................... 26
10.1. PRINTING OBJECTS FROM USB FLASH DRIVE......................................................................................................................................... 26
10.2. NYOMTATÁS INDÍTÁSA A NYOMTATÓRÓL ............................................................................................................................................. 26
10.3. FILE MANAGEMENT......................................................................................................................................................................... 27
10.4. PRINTING OPTIONS.......................................................................................................................................................................... 28
10.5. PAUSE MENU ................................................................................................................................................................................. 29
10.6. STOP /END PRINTING ...................................................................................................................................................................... 29
11. USING THE MYCRAFTBOT ........................................................................................................................................................... 30

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11.1. LOGIN .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
11.2. MAINMENU................................................................................................................................................................................... 30
11.3. PRINTING OBJECTS FROM MYCRAFTBOT PLATFORM............................................................................................................................... 31
11.4. MYCRAFTBOT OPTIONS.................................................................................................................................................................... 32
11.4.1. Camera ............................................................................................................................................................................. 32
11.4.2. Temperature..................................................................................................................................................................... 32
11.4.3. Extrude ............................................................................................................................................................................. 33
11.4.4. Control.............................................................................................................................................................................. 33
11.4.5. Other settings................................................................................................................................................................... 33
12. CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE .................................................................................................................................................. 35
9.1. CLEANING ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 35
9.2. LUBRICATING ................................................................................................................................................................................. 35
12.1. AZ EXTRUDER ELTÖMŐDÉSÉNEK MEGAKADÁLYOZÁSA/JAVÍTÁSA................................................................................................................ 37
12.2. REMOVING THE NOZZLE ................................................................................................................................................................... 38
12.2.1. PARTS OF EXTRUDER................................................................................................................................................................... 38
13. APPLYING A NEW LAYER OF PROTECTIVE KAPTON SHEET TO YOUR BUILD PLATE....................................................................... 39
14. GARANTEE AND LIMITATION OF LIABILITY.................................................................................................................................. 40

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1. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your purchase of the CraftBot Flow Generation printer and
welcome to the word of 3D crafting! At CraftUnique we believe that 3D printing opens
a new window to enhance creativity. It offers outstanding crafting experience even
without prior programming or 3D printing experience.
How does the printer work? The CraftBot 3D printer makes solid, three-
dimensional objects out of melted plastic filament. First you will have to have your
objects with the help of a 3D design program. Then you will need to use the
CraftWare program (downloadable from www.craftunique.com/craftware) to
transform your 3D design files into printing instructions for the CraftBot 3D printer.
Transfer your files to Your CraftBot 3D printer via USB drive or Wi-Fi. The CraftBot 3D
printer will melt plastic filaments and squeeze it out onto the building plate in thin
lines to print your object layer by layer.

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2. IMPORTANT
Read this user manual carefully before you use the appliance, then save it for
future reference. All information in this user manual is subject to change at any time
without notice and is provided for convenience purposes only. CraftUnique, reserves
the right to modify or revise this user manual in its sole discretion and at any time. By
using the manual, you agree to be bound by any modification and/or revisions. For
up-to-date information contact the CraftUnique Service Support team.
([email protected]).
2.1. WARNINGS
• Check if the voltage indicated on the bottom of the appliance corresponds to the
local mains voltage before you connect the appliance.
• Do not immerse cord, plug or main body in water or any other liquid. This may
cause electrical
• shock.
• Do not use the appliance if the plug, the mains cord or the appliance itself is
damaged or not operating properly.
• If the mains cord is damaged, you must have it replaced in order to avoid hazard.
• Only connect the appliance to grounded wall sockets.
• Keep the mains cord away from hot surfaces.
• Do not let the mains cord hang over the edge of the table or worktop on which the
appliance stands.
• Keep the appliance and its cord out of the reach of children.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above; and by
persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or a lack of
experience and knowledge. These persons should be under supervision and given
adequate instruction concerning the use of the appliance in a safe way,
understanding the hazards involved. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children.
• Children can receive great educational benefits from designing 3D objects, but the
printing process should not be done by small children.
• Do not touch moving parts or heated elements, it can cause injuries.
• Never reach inside the machine when turned on. Different parts of the machine
(mainly the extruder and heated build plate) operate at very high temperatures and

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can cause severe burns.
• Never leave the CraftBot 3D printer unattended while it is plugged in, and is in
operation.
• Make sure that the power supply is off and that the power cord is disconnected
before servicing. Allow at least 5 minutes for the device to cool down after
unplugging it before reaching inside to service.
• Always turn off the printer and disconnect from the computer when it is not being
used.
• Make sure to level the build plate properly before use.
• Make sure not to force anything, whether it be during unpacking, setup, operation
or service.
• Service and oil the suggested parts as often as recommended. Only use only
substances recommended by CraftUnique.
• The CraftBot 3D printer melts plastic during printing. Plastic odors/gases are
emitted during this operation. Make sure to set up the CraftBot 3D printer in a
well-ventilated area.

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3. THE PACK
3.1. UNPACKING THE 3D PRINTER
1. Place the CraftBot box on the ground on a level surface. Make sure that there is a
lot of open space around you.
2. Open the box with care, not to damage the contents if using a blade. Be careful and
watch out for the printer as well.
3. Remove the protective foam insert. You will find the Quick Starter Guide located
within the top protective foam insert.
4. There is a Box inserted, which contains the accessories (including a pendrive with a
copy of the CraftBot user manual). Remove the Box with care as it supports the
extruder during shipping.
5. Now you will find the CraftBot 3D printer itself completely enclosed in a protective
plastic bag. Open the plastic covering.
6. Firmly grasp the frame of the CraftBot. Consider its weight. Request physical help
if needed.
7. Make sure not to touch the extruder or the electronic panel inside the appliance!
8. Place the CraftBot 3D printer on a stable and level surface with sufficient space
surrounding around it.
3.2. ACCESSORIES
Below you can see con- tents of the box. First of all, check the list to make sure nothing
is missing!
• Filament guide tube holder (2x)
• Filament guide tube (2x)
• Filament spool holder (2x)
• Filament spool (2x)
• Hex wrenches (5x)
• Pendrive
• USB A-B cable and AC power cable
• Nozzle kit (2x)
• Cleaning kit

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4. INTRODUCING THE CRAFTBOT 3D PRINTER
4.2. CraftBot Flow IDEX/XL printer
1. Filament guide tube
2. Touchschreen LCD display
3. Hotend
4. Build plate
5. Z axis rod
6. USB-A for flash drive
7. Extruder
8. Filament guide tube
holder
9. Filament spool
10. Filament spool holder
11. On/off switch
12. AC power cable
13. USB-B socket

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5. ASSEMBLING THE CRAFTBOT PRINTER
5.1. CRAFTBOT FLOW /XL PRINTER
• Installing the filament guide tube holders
Select the desired position for filament guide holders. Choose their position so
that the filament spool bracket fits beside them.
Plug the connectors at the ends of the filament guide holder cables into the
encoder ports.
• Installing the filament guide tubes
Locate the filament guide tube.
Insert one end of the filament guide tube into the filament guide tube holder
on top of the CraftBot appliance.
Push the other end into the hole on the top of the extruder.
• Installing the filament spool holders
Locate the filament spool holder.
Using a hex wrench, install the filament spool holder next to the filament guide
tube holders.
• Mounting the filament spools
Fit the filament spool onto the filament spool holder so that the lead end keeps
its course when the filament is fed into the filament guide tube holder.
• Attaching the powercord
Ensure that the power switch on the CraftBot is set to the OFF position.
Find and then insert the AC power cord into the power input on the back of the
CraftBot.