Rokit AEP Series User manual

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AEP SERIES
USER MANUAL

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LIABILITY STATEMENT
COPYRIGHT STATEMENT
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2. ABOUT THE AEP SERIES
3. GETTING STARTED
4. LCD TOUCH SCREEN
5. FILE PRINT
6. PRINTER VIEW
7. BED LEVELING
8. FILAMENT
9. SETTING
10. PRINTING

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LIABILITY STATEMENT
The product, software or services are being provided on an “as is”and “as available”basis. Except
as may be stated specifically in your contract, ROKIT Healthcare expressly disclaims all warranties of
any kind, whether express or implied, including, but not limited to, any implied warranties of
merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose and non-infringement. You understand and agree
that ROKIT Healthcare shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential
or exemplary damages, including but not limited to, damages for loss of profits, goodwill, use, data
or other intangible losses (even if ROKIT Healthcare has been advised of the possibility of such
damages), resulting from:
(i) the use or the inability to use the product or software;
(ii) the cost of procurement of substitute goods and services resulting from any products, goods,
data, software, information or services purchased;
(iii) unauthorized access to or alteration of your products, software or data;
(iv) statements or conduct of any third party; (v) any other matter relating to the product, software,
or services.
The text and drawings herein are for illustration and reference only. The specifications on which
they are based are subject to change. ROKIT Healthcare may, at any time and without notice, make
changes to this document. ROKIT Healthcare, for itself and on behalf of its subsidiaries, assumes no
liability for technical or editorial errors or omissions made herein, and shall not be liable for
incidental, consequential, indirect, or special damages, including, without limitation, loss of use, loss
or alteration of data, delays, or lost profits or savings arising from the use of this document.
COPYRIGHT STATEMENT
The content, organization, graphics, design, compilation, magnetic translation, digital conversion
and other matters related to the information in this document are protected under applicable
copyrights, trademarks and other proprietary (including but not limited to intellectual property)
rights. The copying, redistribution, use, reuse or publication of any part of the document without
advance notice to and approval from ROKIT Healthcare is strictly prohibited.
1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The following safety instructions are given to ensure user safety and prevent damage of the printer
as well as any accessories. Review the entire manual and use the printer properly before you start
AEP. The following symbols are used to indicate risk of equipment damage or personal injury.

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The following instructions prevent safety hazards that could potentially result
in death and serious personal injury.
The following instructions prevent safety hazards that could potentially result
in equipment damage
Safety Instructions Related to Installation
Keep or install the AEP printer out of reach of children or infants
If children wear a power cable around their neck, it can cause choking.
If children turn on or touch the equipment incorrectly, it may cause a safety accident.
Install and use in well-ventilated areas.
Hazardous gases may be generated in the process of extruding filaments.
Use the power supply according to the AEP printer specification.
Improper use of electricity can cause shocks, damages, burns or fire
Use an outlet that matches the electrical capacity of the equipment and the accessories
If multiple pieces of equipment are provided, connect to a separate outlet for each device.
Do not install near hot air balloons and heat-sensitive materials, or in areas where there are
moisture, oil, dust, directly sunlight, water (rain, etc), or gas leaks or flammable materials.
There is a risk of electric shock, fire or explosion.
ОInstall the AEP printer on a strong, flat floor, ensuring it is grounded to the floor.
Abnormal vibration and noise can cause equipment failure.
Install with the guide of a trained professional technician.
Incorrect installation may cause electric shock, fire, failure, explosion or injury.
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION

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Safety Instructions Related to Operation
Never place your fingers near the machine until all parts have stopped moving. Moving parts
can cause injury.
The AEP series 3D printers generate high heat. Always wear gloves and, if reaching inside the
printer, wait until the printer’s been cooled down.
Never place your fingers near the machine until all parts have stopped moving. Moving parts
can cause injury when the printer is damaged or got strong impact..
When equipment malfunctions, it can cause personal injury
Stop using AEP printer immediately if there are any smokes, strange smells or an abnormal
operation of the equipment.
Do not use organic solvents such as benzene or thinner to clean the equipment. If you clean
with alcohol, use the equipment after the alcohol is completely dry.
Do not spray flammable sprays, such as paint, insecticide, or fragrance, on the AEP printer.
Do not use or store temperature-sensitive products such as flammable sprays, burning materials,
dry ice, medicines, or academic materials near the AEP printer. Also, do not store volatile or
flammable objects or materials (benzene, thinner, propane gas, etc.) or electrical appliances.
Keep water, other liquids, and foreign objects out of the equipment.
If water, other liquids, or foreign objects get inside, it may cause equipment breakdown,
electric shock or fire.
If water, other liquids or foreign objects get inside the unit, contact a service center.
Do not touch the equipment or power plug during a storm.
There is a danger of electric shock or fire. Stop use and keep your distance from the
equipment.
Do not touch the power cord with wet hands
Keep water, soil and metal objects away from the power plug.
Protect the power cord from damage
Connect the power plug firmly to the end of the outlet. Do not use a damaged power plug,
power cord or a loose outlet.
Never disassemble, repair or remodel on your own.
Remove the power plug when cleaning the equipment.
It may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not spray water directly on the product or wipe it with benzene, thinner, etc.
It may cause electric shock or fire due to short circuit.
The product may become discolored or the coating may come off.
WARNING
CAUTION

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Do not wipe with a damp cloth.
It may cause electric shock or fire due to short circuit.
After cleaning, check to make sure the power cord is not damaged or overheated, and that the
plug is securely inserted.
Avoid use in places exposed to direct sunlight, high heat, or extreme cold.
Avoid using in places with high vibration.
Do not use excessive force to push or tilt the AEP printer.
It may cause injury or damage the floor.
Use AEP printer only for prototype production.
Use only 3D printing materials provided with the AEP Series 3D Printer from ROKIT Healthcare
or materials approved by ROKIT Healthcare.
Using unapproved materials may result in poor print quality or printer failure, in which case
ROKIT Healthcare will not support any repairs

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2. ABOUT THE AEP SERIES
2.1 AEP II Components

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2.2 AEP450 Components
BACK
FRONT
TOP
SIDE
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3
4
2
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16
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1. Emergency Switch
2. LCD Screen
3. Extruder + Top
4. Bed
5. Cooling Fans (x3)
6.
Chamber Control Fan
7. Power Switch
8. Power Supply Cable
9. Top Door Handle
10.Top Door Lock
11.Heating Fans
12.Connection Ports
13.Bowden Block
14.Filament Holder
15.Front Door
16.Top Door

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2.3 AEP II Specifications
CATEGORY
AEP II SPECIFICATIONS
Printing Method
Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF)
Build Volume
230 mm x 200 mm x 200 mm
Build volume may be subject to filament type and object shape
Printing Speed
~max 60 mm / sec
Speed may be subject to filament type and object shape
Resolution
XY 6 um, Z 2.5 um
Supported File Formats
STL, OBJ, AMF
Supported PC
Windows 7 and over (Mac is not supported)
Auto-Leveling
O
Front Door sensor
O
Pause/Re-Start
O
Material Exchange
During Use
O
Filament Warmer
Built-in dehumidifier
Chamber Warmer
O
Printer Dimensions
540 mm X 410 mm X 810 mm
Printer Weight
60 kg
Extruder Nozzle
Single, 0.4 mm
User Interface
WiFi / USB 2.0 Memory Card / USB 2.0 Cable
Extruder Nozzle
Temperature
High-Temperature : ~ 430 ℃, Low-Temperature : ~250℃
Bed Temperature
~ 160 ℃
Top Bed Temperature
~ 100 ℃
Applicable Materials
ULTEM™9085, ULTEM 1010, PEEK, PLA, ABS, PC
Optional Extruder Set
“High-Temperature Extruder”: ULTEM™ 9085 / PEEK, ULTEM™ 1010
“Low-Temperature Extruder”: PLA / ABS / Low Temp PC
Power
220 VAC Single Phase, 50/60 Hz 8.0A
LCD
7 inch (1260 x 800) Color LCD Touch Screen
Required Conditions
Temperature 20 ~ 25 °C; Relative humidity 30 ~ 60 %
Certification
KC, CE, FCC
"ULTEM™is a registered trademark of SABIC or its affiliates or subsidiaries." Specifications may be

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subject to change for improvement without notice.
2.4 AEP450 Specifications
CATEGORY
AEP 450 SPECIFICATIONS
Printing Method
Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF)
Build Volume
400 mm x 400 mm x 400 mm
Build volume may be subject to filament type and object shape
Printing Speed
~ max 60 mm / sec
Speed may be subject to filament type and object shape
Resolution
XY 6 um, Z 2.5 um
Supported File Formats
STL, OBJ, AMF
Supported PC
Windows 7 and over (Mac is not supported)
Auto-Leveling
O
Door sensor
O (Top door, front door)
Pause/Re-Start
O
Material Exchange
During Use
O
Filament Warmer
Built-in dehumidifier
Chamber Warmer
O
Printer Dimensions
810 mm x 720 mm x 1130 mm
Printer Weight
150 kg
Extruder Nozzle
Single, 0.4 mm
User Interface
WiFi / USB 2.0 Memory Card / USB 2.0 Cable
Extruder Nozzle
Temperature
High-Temperature : ~ 430 ℃, Low-Temperature : ~250℃
Bed Temperature
~ 160 ℃
Top Bed Temperature
~ 100 ℃
Applicable Materials
ULTEM™9085, ULTEM™1010, PEEK, PLA, ABS, PC
Optional Extruder Set
*High-Temperature Extruder”: ULTEM™ 9085 / PEEK, ULTEM™ 1010
“Low-Temperature Extruder”: PLA / ABS / Low Temp PC
Power
220 VAC Single phase, 50/60 Hz 30A
LCD
7 inch (1260 x 800) Color LCD Touch Screen
Required Conditions
Temperature 20 ~ 25 °C; Relative humidity 30 ~ 60 %
Certification
KC

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"ULTEM™is a registered trademark of SABIC or its affiliates or subsidiaries." Specifications may be
subject to change for improvement without notice.
2.4 Accessories
The AEP series is provided with the following basic accessories:
USB Cable
Power cable: 220V
Dongle : WiFi connection
USB Memory
3 types of hex wrenches: 1.5mm, 2mm, 2.5mm
Scraper
1.8mm pin
Pinset
Adjustable Wrench:
Brush
Gloves
Low-temperature Extruder
Tool bag
Filaments: ULTEM™9085 1 Roll, PLA 1 Roll
3. GETTING STARTED
Always wear gloves to prevent burns.
Check if the power supply is connected correctly to product specifications.
Check if the AEP SERIES body works normally.
Make sure an original filament is equipped well.
Keep the bed surface clean.
At the start, perform manual bed-leveling.
Check the AEP SERIES is set to the desired setting.
Make sure the AEP SERIES main body has reached the desired setting. It is recommended to
warm up the equipment 30 minutes in advance before printing
To operate printing on a PC, install NewCreatorK on the PC and connect with AEP SERIES. PC
and AEP SERIES can be connected by USB cable or Wi-Fi.
Press the LCD button slowly. If you keep pressing the LCD button repeatedly, it may malfunction.
CAUTION

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Use in well-ventilated areas.
Hazardous gases may be generated as the material for 3D printing melts.
Use the power supply according to the product specification.
Improper use of electricity may cause equipment failure, electric shock or fire.
Use an outlet that matches the electrical capacity of AEP SERIES provided including the
accessories.
If multiple devices are provided, connect to a separate outlet for each device
4. LCD TOUCH SCREEN
4.1 Home Screen
When you power on the system, the following pane opens.
-To access the main screen, tap the "Menu”icon on the right side of the home screen.
1. Back Button: Go to the previous step.
2. Home Button: Go to the home screen.
3. Multi Window: Indicates the APP currently running. You can change the APP or turn it
down.
4. Wi-Fi Image: Displays the Wi-Fi connection status.
5. Application Menu Icon: Go to the application menu which contains the NewCreator K app.
WARNING
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4.2 Main Screen
-New Creator K: Click and open APP to control all printer tasks and parameters. The most
frequently used APP.
-Setting: Change the general settings of your hardware or connect to Wi-Fi
4.3 NewCreatorK APP Menu Screen
In order to operate the hardware normally, check the [StealthAEP: Operational] status on the top
bar of the screen before operating.
-[File Print]: Check and move files in internal storage or USB storage, run the output file.
-[Printer View]: Check the operation status of the printout and check the overall settings.
-[Bed Leveling]: Set standard leveling
-[Filament]: Filament replacement and loading before printing.
-[Setting]: Change the default settings for printing

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4.4 Wi-Fi Connection
1. Press [Setting] from the main screen. In [Setting],
change the general settings of the hardware.
2. In [Setting], select the Wi-Fi network under
settings to turn Wi-Fi on in the [On/Off] Slider.
3. List of available Wi-Fi servers appears.
Top right button description
- [On/Off] slider: Turn On/Off Wi-Fi connection.
- [Refresh]: Refresh the screen
- [+]: Add hidden Wi-Fi network
- [Advanced Settings]: display Wi-Fi Scan, WPS, etc
which is advanced.
4. [Advanced Setting] Press the button and click the
name of the Wi-Fi network to add it.
5. Enter the server’s password to connect. (Only
password protected servers are compatible with the
printer.)

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6. The word “Connected” and the Wi-Fi icon in the
upper right corner of the screen indicated that the
printer has successfully connected to the Internet.
7. Click on the Wi-Fi connection server and the IP
address will appear. Remember that the IP address is
the address that will enter the New Creator K
software on your PC.

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5. FILE PRINT
This screen allows you to select file for printing or to delete a file.
-[Printer]: You can check the files stored in the internal memory. Internal capacity is 1.6G
-[USB]: When you connect a USB drive, you can see the files stored on the USB
Notice
1. Only files with the extension G-CODE can be listed.
2. Some USB drives are not recognized, depending on the type of USB drive.
In that case, you can use it after formatting or change to FAT32.
3. When you print a USB file, it is automatically copied and saved in the internal storage.
4. Files larger than 1.5G cannot be printed. Please use the split output, reduce the size, or
reduce the image resolution.
5. When saving a file wirelessly, the file may be broken or not saved depending on the
communication status.
6. When you start printing, you will be automatically moved to the view tap.

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5.1 Printing STL files
1. Tap the file to be printed. A pop-up confirm
message appears.
2. When [CONFIRM] is pressed, printing will start.
The LCD screen moves back to the initial screen.
When [CANCLE] is pressed, the LCD screen returns to
the previous screen.
5.2 Deleting a file
1. Tap the three dots on the right side. A pop-up
confirm message appears.
2. Press [CONFIRM] to delete the file permanently.

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6. PRINTER VIEW
6.1 Left screen
-[STEALTH_AEP: Printing]: It indicates the printer status (i.e during printing, when an error occurs
or the printer is paused etc.).
-Printing in progress: The green bar depicts the percentage of printing progress.
-[START]: Reprints the file that was paused or has been completed.
-[STOP]: It cancels printing.
-[PAUSE]: It pauses printing. (Press [PAUSE] when the filament needs to be replaced )
-[Bed]: It shows the bed temperature.
-[Extruder 1]: It shows the extruder 1 temperature.
-[Top]: It shows the top bed temperature.
-[Inner Temp]: It shows the top bed temperature inner.

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6.2 Motion
Use this menu screen while scrolling down.
-[Motor]: It turns the motor on / off. (It controls X, Y, Z axis and extruder simultaneously.)
-[Fan]: It turns the extruder fan on / off.
-[X/Y home]: It moves to the starting point of the X and Y axis.
-[X/Y Arrow]: The X and Y axis are moved in the direction of arrows.
-[Z home]: It moves to the starting point of Z axis.
-[Z Arrow]: The Z axis is moved in the direction of arrows.
-[Length]: It moves the X, Y and Z axis to the desired length of 0.1mm ~ 100mm.

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6.3 Nozzle (Filament Loading/Unloading)
Use this menu screen while scrolling down.
-[Extuder 1]: It selects the nozzle types.
-[Loading]: It loads the filament.
-[Unloading]: It unloads the filament.
* Notice: The material must be heated up to the suitable temperature.
-[Speed]: It sets the speed of filament loading during the printing process.
-[Distance]: It sets the length of filament loaded per click of the button.
-[Extuder 1]: It selects the nozzle types
-[Loading Speed]: It sets the speed at which the filament is loaded during the loading process.
-[LOAD]: It loads the filament at [Loading Speed].
* Tip: 3 mm/s is recommended in general. 25 mm/s is recommended when the filament
is being replaced.
-[UNLOAD]: It unloads at [Loading Speed].
-[PAUSE]: It pauses loading or unloading