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Creality Ender V3 SE / KE tips for best results
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* Tension X,Y,Z axis: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MV-rbU5Fpfc | |
* Check that the extruder screw has the right tension: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8bACUeH6WDs | |
* Check that all screws are tightened | |
* Level the X axis, use two glue sticks on both sides of print bed to determine if the X axis is leveled: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Cmwq9r5tePk | |
* Use the "paper test" to set the Z offset (run G1 Z0 F300 on the printer to position the hotend to the lowest position on the print bed) | |
* Use fine tuning to find the right Z offset | |
* Print the modified spool holder for added stability: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:6631744 | |
* Print the Z axis gantry support for added stability: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:6516352 | |
* Lubricate X,Y,Z axis with lithium grease | |
* Print first layer test. | |
If the Z offset is too low the first layer might have small bumps in it and the color of the layer will be lighter than the actual color of the filament. | |
If the Z offset is too high the first layer might have holes, it can make spaghetti or the lines on the first layer might be separated. | |
* Do not clean the nozzle with pliers or anything that could damage the nozzle, clean it with paper after heating the nozzle to 200C |
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