MakerBot Replicator Z18 User manual

SUPPORT
The expert MakerBot Support team is
standing by to help you out with any
issues you may encounter while using your
MakerBot Replicator Z18.
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t1.347.334.6800
MakerBot Support is available Monday
through Saturday
9am - 6pm EST.
The MakerBot Replicator Z18 is covered
by a Limited Warranty. For terms and
conditions, see makerbot.com/legal
DOWNLOAD THE USER MANUAL
For more in-depth information on setting
up and using your MakerBot Replicator Z18
3D Printer, download the full MakerBot
Replicator Z18 User Manual online.
Available languages include English,
French, German, Spanish and Japanese.
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Z18 and MakerBot Desktop.
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MAKERBOT DESKTOP
To prepare files for your MakerBot Replicator Z18 to print, you’ll need the MakerBot
Desktop app.
DOWNLOAD
Go to makerbot.com/desktop to download the soware for free.
INSTALL
Open and run the MakerBot Desktop installer
OPEN
Start up MakerBot Desktop and choose how you will connect to your MakerBot
Replicator Z18. The app will guide you through the rest of the setup process.
ACCESSORY CHECKLIST
MakerBot®Replicator®Smart Extruder Large MakerBot®PLA Filament spoolSafety booklet
Power cord USB A-to-B cable 5 mm hex wrenchBuild plate tape
GETTING TO KNOW THE CONTROL PANEL
LCD
Screen
Push to
go back or
cancel an
action.
Push to see
additional
options.
Rotate to
scroll. Push
to select.
USB
Port Welcome.
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7. Remove gantry clips 8. Install Smart Extruder 9. Load filament spool
1. Remove packaging materials
and protective film
2. Remove filament and accessory box 3. Place on a low, stable surface
16. Guide filament under extruder guard
and insert into the Smart Extruder
17. Replace lid 18. Choose a test print
10. Feed filament by hand until it
emerges in top compartment
11. Rotate latches and remove build plate 12. Apply tape to build plate
4. Adjust feet for stability 5. Unlock lid 6. Remove lid 13. Replace build plate 14. Plug in and power on 15. Press dial and follow instructions
Exercise caution when accessing the top compartment, and always keep it locked
when your MakerBot Replicator Z18 is in use. It contains hot surfaces and moving parts.
Caution: Two people are required to li the MakerBot Replicator Z18. Do not li
alone. To prevent injury, li with your legs, not your back.
We Can’t Wait to See What You Make!MAKERBOT®REPLICATOR®Z18 3D PRINTER
NOTE: Hold on to these packaging materials in case
you need to transport your MakerBot Replicator Z18
in the future.
Note: You will need to remove the lid of the MakerBot
Replicator Z18 to complete the setup process. Make
sure you have access to the top of the printer.
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