MakerBot Replicator Z18 User manual

QUICK START GUIDE
Go to MakerBot.com/GetStarted
•Download MakerBot Print to your computer.
•Download MakerBot Mobile to your Smart Phone.
•Download the Replicator Z18 User Manual and review safety information.
•If you’re unable to go online, turn to the next page for oine setup.
Make sure to read all safety information before operating your 3D printer.

Smart Extruder+ for Replicator®Z18 Large MakerBot®PLA Filament spool
Power cord USB A-to-B cable 5 mm hex wrench
Build plate tape
LCD
Screen
Push to
go back or
cancel an
action.
Push to see
additional
options.
Rotate to
scroll. Push
to select.
USB
Port
1CHECK BOX CONTENTS
2GET TO KNOW THE CONTROL PANEL
SUPPORT
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8. Remove clips and tape 9. Install Smart Extruder+
1. Remove tape 2. Remove filament and accessory box 3. Remove tape from leveling knobs
5. Adjust feet for stability 6. Unlock lid
7. Remove lid
4. Place on a stable surface and remove
the protective film
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.
NOTE: Hold on to your box and packaging materials
in case you need to transport your MakerBot
Replicator Z18 in the future.

CONTINUE ON THE MAKERBOT APP
To continue setting up your MakerBot Replicator Z18,
install MakerBot on your desktop or mobile device.
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10. Load filament spool 11. Feed filament by hand until it
emerges in top compartment
12. Rotate latches and remove build plate
13. Apply tape to build plate 14. Replace build plate 15. Plug in and power on
16. Press dial and follow instructions