Flashforge Guider II User manual

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！NOTE Please read FlashForge GuideII 3D Printer User Guide carefully before use. Please
well keep this User Guide for future reference.
FlashForge GuiderⅡ3D Printer
User Guide

FlashForge Corporation
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com
User Guide Updating Details:
This user guide
is suitable for
Guider II
Fir mwar e Edition
Flashprint Softwar e
Edition
20180131
3.22.0
Update Date
Update Chapter
Update Content
Dec 28th, 2017
Chapter1 1.1.2
Add GuiderII support Simplify3D software.
Dec 28th, 2017
Chapter2 2.1.3
Add support Simplify3D software, support Polar cloud
connection in reference list.
Dec 28th, 2017
Chapter2 2.1.4
Modify Print interface and Tools interface, add extruder
temperature and print speed setting interface.
Dec 28th, 2017
Chapter2 2.1.4
Add Polar Cloud Connection, Startup Sound, Light Bar
Control, Extruder Calibration settings instructions.
Dec 28th, 2017
Chapter7 7.2.4
Add print from Ethernet Cable connection.
Dec 28th, 2017
Chapter7 7.2.5
Add print from Polar Cloud connection.
Apr 8th, 2018
Chapter1 1.1.4
Add: Basic 3D Printing Process
Apr 8th, 2018
Chapter2 2.1.4
Add: Light Bar Brightness function, modify Polar cloud
connection website address.
Apr 8th, 2018
Chapter5
20180131 Firmware(or the printer leveling knobs or
shims)has upgrading, Chapter5 has relevant modification:
fixed the bug that first point leveling may fail under few
condition.
Apr 8th, 2018
Chapter7 7.2.5
Modify: Print from Polar Cloud connection
( Polar cloud printing instructions & website address.)
Apr 8th, 2018
Chapter9
Add: Chapter9 GuiderII Basic Questions and Answers

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Content
Content............................................................................................................................ 2
Preface.............................................................................................................................3
Introduction.....................................................................................................................4
Notice.............................................................................................................................. 5
Chapter 1: 3D Printing Technology................................................................................ 9
Chapter 2: About GuiderⅡ...........................................................................................11
2.1 About Your GuiderⅡ...................................................................................... 11
Chapter 3: Unpacking................................................................................................... 22
Chapter 4: Hardware Assembly.................................................................................... 26
4.1 Filament Installation........................................................................................ 26
4.2 Printer Start-up.................................................................................................27
4.3 Loading Filament.............................................................................................27
4.4 Unloading Filament.........................................................................................29
Chapter 5: Build Plate Leveling....................................................................................31
Chapter 6: About Software........................................................................................... 33
6.1 Software Installation........................................................................................33
6.2 Exploring FlashPrint........................................................................................34
Chapter 7: Basic Printing.............................................................................................. 56
7.1 Generate a Gcode.............................................................................................56
7.2 Print Methods...................................................................................................58
Chapter 8: Supports and Service...................................................................................70
Chapter 9: Basic Questions and Answers..................................................................... 70

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Pr eface
Note: Each device must be tested before leaving factory. If there are some residues in extruder
or some tiny scratches on the build tape, it is normal and won’t affect the printing quality.
On the completion of this User Guide, thanks all FlashForge engineers and the
FlashForge 3D printer users for their unremitting efforts and sincere assistance.
The FlashForge GuiderⅡUser Guide is designed for the GuiderⅡusers to start their
printing journey with FlashForge GuiderⅡ. Even if you are familiar with earlier
FlashForge machines or 3D printing technology, we still recommend that please read
this guide, as there is lots of important information about the GuiderⅡfor you to get a
better 3D experience.
For a better and more successful printing experience, you can refer to the following
materials:
(1) Quick Star t Guide
Users will find the Quick Start Guide together with the printer accessories. The Quick
Start Guide will help you start your print journey as soon as possible.
(2) Official FlashForge Website:http://www.FlashFor ge.com
The official FlashForge website contains the up-to-date information concerning
FlashForge software, firmware, device maintenance and so on. Users are also able to
get the contact information from there.

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Introduction
Notes：
The FlashForge Guider Ⅱ 3D Printer User Guide contains the information needed
for you to set up and use this device.
This User Guide including the following parts: Preface, Introduction and After-sale
service.
The Preface section includes resource acquisition channel, the overall framework of
the manual, and the problems that should be paid attention to while printing.
The introduction section contains the overview of 3D printing technology, equipment
introduction, unpacking and installation of equipment, software installation and use.
After-sale section contains the user how to get the support and help.
·Please read FlashForge Guider Ⅱ 3D Printer User Guide carefully before use.
·The User Guide is written based on Windows 7 OS.
·The version of the FlashPrint is latest.

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Notice
Safety Notice
! Notices: Read all the instructions in the manual and familiarize yourself with the
FlashForge GuiderⅡUser Guide before setting-up and using. Failure to comply with
the warning and instructions may result in individual injury, fire, equipment damage or
property damage.
PLEASE STRICTLY FOLLOW ALL THE SAFETY WARNINGS AND NOTICE
BELOW ALL THE TIME.
· Wor k Environment Safety
①Keep your work place tidy.
②Do not operate GuiderⅡin the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.
③Keep Guider Ⅱout of children and untrained people’ reach.
· Electrical Safety
①Always use the Guider Ⅱwith a properly grounded outlet. Do not refit Guider Ⅱ
plug.
②Do not use Guider Ⅱin damp or wet locations. Do not expose Guider Ⅱto
burning sun.
③In case of device damage, please use the power supply provided by FlashForge.
④Avoid using the device during an thunderstorm.
⑤In case of uncertain accident, please unplug the device if you do not use it for long.
·Personal Safety
①Do not touch the nozzle and build plate during printing.

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②Do not touch the nozzle after finishing printing.
③Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing
and gloves away from moving parts.
④Do not operate the device while you are tired or under the influence of drugs,
alcohol or medication.
· Cautions
①Do not leave the device unattended for long.
②Do not make any modifications to the device.
③To lower the build plate before loading/unloading filament. (The distance between
the nozzle and build plate should be kept for at least 50mm)
④Operate the device in a well-ventilated environment.
⑤Never use the device for illegal activities.
⑥Never use the device to make any food storage vessels.
⑦Never use the device to make any electrical appliance.
⑧Never put the model into your mouth.
⑨Do not remove the models with force.
⑩Never connect the device with network cable longer than 3m.
· Environment Requirements
Temperature: RT 15-30℃
Moisture: 20%-70%
· Place Requirements
The device must be placed in a dry and ventilated environment. The distances of the
left, right and back side space should be at least 20cm, and the distance of the front
side space should be at least 35cm.

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· Filament Requir ements
Do not abuse the filament. Please make sure you use the FlashForge filament or the
filament from the brands accepted by FlashForge.
· Filament Stor age
All polymers degrade with time. Do not unpack until filament is needed. Filament
should be stored at clean and dry conditions.
Legal Notice
All the information in this document is subject to any amendment or change without
the official authorization from FlashForge.
FLASHFORGE CORPORATION MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND
WITH REGARD TO THIS DOCUMENT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
THE IMPLIED WARRATIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
FlashForge shall not be liable for errors contained herein for incidental consequential
damages in connection with furnishing, performance or use of this material
FCC STATEMENT:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
War ning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible

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for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B
digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright.
Copyright © 2018 FlashForge Corp. All Rights Reserved

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Chapter 1: 3D Printing Technology
3D printing refers to transforming three-dimensional models into physical objects that
you can hold and touch. It is also called additive manufacturing because the 3D model
is created by “adding” layers upon layers of material until the object is fully formed.
Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF) is the most common method of 3D printing. It is
also the method that the GuiderⅡuses. It works by melting plastic material called
filament onto a print surface in high temperature. The filament solidifies after it cools
down, which happens instantaneously after it is extruded from the nozzle. 3D objects
are formed with the filament laying down multiple layers.
1.1 Pr ocess
3D printing involves three steps:
1.) Make or download a 3D model
2.) Slice and export the 3D model
3.) Build the 3D model
1.1.1 Make a 3D Model:
Currently, there are three ways to creating a 3D model.
·Designing From Scr atch You can use free CAD (computer-aided design) software
such as 3DTADA, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Pro-E, and our own software Happy 3D to
design your own 3D model.
·3D Scanners An alternative method to creating a 3D model is to scan an object. 3D
scanners work by digitizing a physical object, collecting its geometric data, and saving
it to a file on your PC. There are also apps that can turn a mobile device into a 3D
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·Fr om the Cloud The most popular way of obtaining a 3D model is to download it
from websites that allow users to upload 3D models that they designed.
E.g. : www. thingiverse.com
1.1.2 Slice and Export the 3D Model:
Slice software is the software that prepares 3D models for printing and turns them into
instructions for the 3D printers. FlashPrint is the slicing software used for the
FlashForge GuiderⅡ.
Using FlashPrint, you can turn .stl files into .g or .gx files for printing. Then the files
can be transferred to your GuiderⅡvia USB cable, USB stick or Wi-Fi.
Guider Ⅱsupport Simplify3D software, software not developed by FlashForge may
need register or charge extra fee, please choose to use(or not) according to your needs.
1.1.3 Build the 3D Model:
Once the output file has been transferred to your GuiderⅡ, it will start to turn the 3D
model into a physical object by laying down layers of filament.
1.1.4 Basic 3D Pr inting Pr ocess：
First
Print
Daily
Print
Install printer
Printer Unboxing
Accessories check
Filament Loading
Install software
Install software
Start software
Distribute
print jobs
Print model
Acquire
model
Load in
model
Adjust
model
Set printing
parameters
After print
Processing
Remove
supports
Take down
model

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Chapter 2: About Guider Ⅱ
2.1 About Your Guider Ⅱ
2.1.1 Views
Front Top
Right Back
1. Touch screen
2. Touch screen button
3. Nozzle
4. Z-axis guide rod
5. Build plate
11. Ethernet input
12. USB cable input
13. USB stick input
14. Filament detector
15. Power switch
16. Power input
15.
6. Leveling knob
7. Extruder
8. X-axis guide rod
9. Filament intake
10. Spring presser

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2.1.2 Ter ms
Build Plate
The surface on which the Guider Ⅱbuilds an object.
Build Tape
The blue tape that covers Guider Ⅱ’s build plate so
that the object can stick to the build plate well.
Build Volume
The three dimensional amount of space that an object
will use once it is completed. The largest build volume
of GuiderⅡis 280*250*300 mm.
Leveling Knobs
Knobs under the build platform that are used for
adjusting the distance between the nozzle and build
plate.
Extruder
The device that draws the filament from the spool,
melts it and pushes it through a nozzle into the build
plate.
Nozzle
Also called “print head”, which located at the bottom
of the extruder where heated filament is squeezed out.
Cooling Fan
To cool the outer assembly of the extruder and gear
motor.
Filament Intake
An opening located at the top of the extruder.
Filament Guide Tube
A black plastic piece that guides the filament from the
filament box to the filament intake.
Filament Cartridge
A specific box for placing FlashForge filament.
Solid Glue Stick
A solid adhesive used for making the model stick to the
build plate firmly.
Unclogging Pin Tool
A tool that used for cleaning and unclogging the
extruder.
Stamping Wrench
A tool that used for seizing the nozzle’s metal cube.

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2.1.3 Refer ence
Name
Guider Ⅱ
Number of Extruder
1
Print Technology
Fused Filament Fabrication(FFF)
Screen Size
5.0’’ color IPS Touch Screen
Build Volume
280*250*300mm
Layer Resolution
0.05 - 0.4mm
Build Accuracy
±0.2mm
Positioning Accuracy
Z axis 0.0025mm; XY axis 0.011mm
Filament Diameter
1.75mm（±0.07）
Nozzle Diameter
0.4mm
Print Speed
10~200 mm/s
Software
FlashPrint、Support Simplify3D
Support Formats
Input:3MF/ STL/OBJ/FPP/BMP/PNG/JPG/JPEG
Output:GX/G
OS
Win xp/Vista/7/8/10、Mac OS、Linux
Device Size
490*550*560mm
Net Weight
30Kg
AC Input
Input: 100V-240VAC, 47-63Hz Power: 500W
Connectivity
USB cable, USB stick, WiFi, Ethernet,
Flash Cloud, Polar Cloud

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2.1.4 Inter face Menus
Build
Read the print file from
The local memory card
The USB stick
Back
Select the target print file among the list
Build: To begin printing.
Copy: To copy the files to the local
memory card from the USB stick.(The
button is not available while printing from
local memory card )
Delete: To delete the print file.
Back
Print interface
Abort: To abort the print job.
Pause/Resume: To suspend or resume the
print job.
Tools:To check status or modify settings
during printing: build time, Z axis, filament
used, printing speed, light status, change
filament.
Extruder temperature: Can be changed
during printing.

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To set extruder temperature during printing:
After extruder temperature has reached
target temperature, temperature figure will
be underlined in print interface,
Tap [Yes] to save the setting while tap [No]
to cancel the setting.
Tools in print interface
Printing speed: To change printing speed
during printing by tapping the underlined
speed figure.
Light bulb: To turn on/off the light.
Filament: To change filament during
printing. (Note: You need to suspend the
printing operation first)
Cancel: To end the tool orders and return
to the print interface.
To set the printing speed during printing
Tap [Yes] to save the setting while tap [No]
to cancel the setting.
Pr eheat

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Tap the [Pr eheat] button to enter the
preheat interface. Tap the [Star t] button to
heat up to the setting temperature.
The default temperature is 220℃.
Tap the temperature display bar to set the
temperature.
To set the preheat temperature.
Tap [Yes] to save the setting while tap [No]
to cancel the setting.
The picture displays the preheat interface. It
shows the actual temperature and the target
temperature. Tap the [Abor t] button to
abort the preheat job.
Tools
Tap [Tools] to enter tool options.
Filament: To load/unload the filament.
Level: To adjust the build plate.
Home: To make the X, Y and Z axes
back to the zero point.
Manual: To manually adjust the positions
of X, Y and Z axes.
Setting: To implement relevant function
setups.
Status: The check the real-time status of
the printer.
About: Information about the printer.
Back

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Manual adjustment
Y+: The extruder moves to the zero point,
that is, the back of the machine
Y-: The extruder moves to the direction
opposite to the Y+.
X+: The extruder moves to the zero
points, that is, to the right direction
X-: The extruder moves to the direction
opposite to the X+.
Z+: The build plate elevates.
Z-: The build plate descends.
Back
Tap [Setting] to enter the setting interface
Language: To set the display language
Resume Print: Resume print after
restarting Guider II
WiFi: To turn on/off the WiFi
WLan hotspot: To turn on/off the WLan
hotspot.
Polar Cloud Connection: To turn on/off
the Polar Cloud Connection.
Extruder Calibration: To adjust the initial
distance between the extruder and the build
plate.
Startup Sound: To turn on/off the Startup
Sound.
Filament Check: To turn on/off the
filament check
Light Bar Control: To turn on/off the
light bar control.
Light Bar Brightness: To adjust the light
bar brightness.
Factory Reset: Return to factory setting
Update: To update the firmware version.
Back

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Turn on [Resume Pr int]
Left picture showed is the [Resume Pr int]
turned on status. If the printer is turned off
when current print job has not finished yet,
printer will continue and resume previous
printing job after restarted.
(Note: If [Resume Pr int] is turned off, this
function will not apply. )
WiFi:
Turn on WiFi: Turn on the WiFi, release
the WiFi hotspot and set the WiFi on
computer
Back
WLan hotspot
OFF/On: To turn on/off the Wlan hotspot.
Setup Wlan hotspot: To set the SSID and
password.
SSID: The name of hotspot.
Password: The password of hotspot.
Save: To save the setting.
Back

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Polar Cloud Connection:
Cloud Connection: To turn on/off the polar
cloud connection.
Setup Cloud Connection: To set cloud
connection ID and PIN which have already
been registered on: https://polar3d.com
ID: The email address of your Cloud
account.
PIN: The PIN code of your Cloud account.
Save: To save the setting.
Back
(Note: To use polar cloud printing function,
you need to connect the printer to internet
with WiFi or Ethernet Cable first)
Extruder Calibration:
(not recommended for customers to operate)
To adjust the initial distance between the
extruder and the build plate by tapping
[-]and[+]. The proper distance may be one
ordinary paper’s thickness.
Turn on [Filament Check]:
Left picture showed is the [Filament
Check] turned on status.
Filament abnormal status will be detected
when filament is used up or suspended.
[Filament Check] function should be used
with filament in the filament cartridge.This
function is invalid if using filament out of
the cartridge.