witbox bq User manual

Quick start guide

Firmware 1.1

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WELCOME
Thank you for choosing bq.
This manual will help you use your new 3D printer correctly.
Welcome to the world of Witbox!
How do I use this manual?
To make sure you use your Witbox correctly, read this manual carefully before
using the printer for the rst time.
These instructions are based on the factory settings for the device.
The illustrations and images shown in this manual may not exactly match those
of the nal product.
bq shall not be held responsible for any performance-related problems or
incompatibility issues arising from modication of the device parameters on the
part of the user.
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Note: Recommendations and notications regarding use of your 3D
printer
>Next: Indicates the sequence of the steps to follow in order to perform
an action.
Tool needed: This task requires the use of a tool.
Trademarks
Witbox and bq are registered trademarks and logos owned by Mundo Reader,
S.L.

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CONTENTS
6 What is a 3D printer?
6 Online resources for the Witbox
7 Getting started
7 Box contents
10 Basic glossary
12 Unpacking your Witbox
13 Attaching the side panels
14 Attaching the top panel
14 Attaching the print base
15 Attaching the spool and support
15 Connecting the power cable
16 Setting up
16 Control panel
16 Levelling the print base
19 Loading the lament
20 Printing a test object
21 Printing an object using Cura
21 What is Cura?
21 Online resources for Cura
21 Downloading and installation
21 Cura setup wizard for the Witbox
23 Appearance and main controls
23 Loading a 3D object
24 Generating and saving a le on the SD card
24 Printing a 3D object using the Witbox

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25 Using and maintaining your Witbox
25 Why is it important to use and maintain the printer
correctly?
25 Online resources: use and maintenance
25 Cleaning the nozzle
25 Updating the rmware
26 Safety precautions
27 Troubleshooting
27 FAQs
28 Technical support
 29 Technicalspecications
31 Correct disposal of the product
32 Declaration of conformity

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What is a 3D printer?
A 3D printer is a device that is capable of creating solid, three-dimensional
objects using a design produced on a computer. Currently, there are various
technologies that make this possible. The Witbox uses the method known as
Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF), which builds objects by adding one layer of
melted polymer lament on top of another until the item has been completed.
Online resources for the Witbox
You can nd the most up-to-date version of this manual in electronic format on
our website:
www.bq.com/gb/downloads-witbox.html
We have also provided a series of instructional videos that will help you get the
most out of your Witbox desktop printer:
www.bq.com/gb/products/witbox.html

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GETTING STARTED
Box contents
Before using your Witbox printer for the rst time, please check the contents of
the box. If any of the items listed below are missing, contact the retailer where
you purchased the device.
Witbox 3D printer
Print base
Set of two keys
Two side panels and one top panel
USB cable
Power cable
Spool of PLA lament (1.75 mm)
Metal spool-holder
SD card (pre-loaded with sample 3D models)
Sample printed object
Four feet/underside supports
Maintenance kit, comprising:
One replacement Hot-End
Two cleaning needles
Three Allen keys (1.5, 2.5 and 4 mm)

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Print base Set of two keys 2 side panels and 1 top panel
USB cable Power cable Metal spool holder
Spool of PLA lament (1.75 mm) SD card Sample printed object

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1 replacement Hot-End
2 cleaning needles 3 Allen keys (1.5, 2.5 and 4 mm)
4 feet/underside supports

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Basic glossary
1LCD screen: Backlit blue screen that displays information regarding the
status of the device.
2 Control wheel: Metal wheel used for scrolling through the menus.
3 SD card slot: Slot located inside the printer, at the rear of the control
panel, where the SD card is inserted.
4 Print base: Rectangle of thick glass onto which the object is printed.
5 Hot-End: Metal part through which the melted plastic comes out; so-
called because it reaches high temperatures during operation.
6 Extruder: Device comprising the hot end, the lament-feeder motor and
a fan.
7 Filament spool: Spool of thermoplastic material with a thickness of 1.75
mm.
8 PLA: Material that the lament is made of.
9 Spool holder: Metal part located at the rear of the printer, which
supports the lament spool.
10 Fibonacci guide tube: Plastic tube that guides the lament towards the
extruder. Its shape allows it to adapt to the movement of the printer and
protects the lament.
11 Power socket: Located at the back of the printer, towards the bottom.
12 On/Off switch: Dual-position switch to turn the Witbox on and off.
13 USB port: Connector for the USB cable; located on the right side of the
printer.