Which instruction to follow to build the printer?

prusanewuser

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Which instruction to follow to build the printer?

Hi, I have received the printer. It came with Assembly Instructions and 3D Printing Handbook. Both booklets also ask users to refer to the latest pdf download. Which document should I follow to build the printer? I think I also heard that there is a video? Which is the best one to follow? Thanks

Best Answer by holmes4:

I recommend following the online (not PDF) instructions at https://manual.prusa3d.com/ These are not only easier to follow (with enlargeable pictures), but the comments on each step are often very helpful, with tips not mentioned in the instructions themselves.

Posted : 17/07/2019 12:26 am

holmes4

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RE: Which instruction to follow to build the printer?

I recommend following the online (not PDF) instructions at https://manual.prusa3d.com/ These are not only easier to follow (with enlargeable pictures), but the comments on each step are often very helpful, with tips not mentioned in the instructions themselves.

Posted : 17/07/2019 12:29 am

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prusanewuser

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RE: Which instruction to follow to build the printer?

Thanks. Is it recommended to use a torque wrench during the entire assembly of the printer? Some users reported that setting the wrench to a value of 4.5Nm (suggested in the manual) actually damaged the screw heads. Also, is there a video on the "screw pulling" technique mentioned in Chapter 1?

Posted : 17/07/2019 1:44 am

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RE: Which instruction to follow to build the printer?

I tried a torque screwdriver on the larger frame screws and was very uncomfortable with the spec and the results (~5NM). Screw heads were deforming, so I backed off and did them by feel. Left the torque tool on the bench after that. I figured Chinese stainless was adding to the uncertainty.

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Posted : 17/07/2019 8:57 am

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holmes4

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RE: Which instruction to follow to build the printer?

I did not use a torque wrench. The screw pulling technique is extremely simple - I'd think a video would be overkill. Though Prusa doesn't suggest it, I have seen elsewhere the suggestion of putting a washer over the screw before inserting into the part to avoid the screw head digging into the plastic. I didn't do that and had no issues, but it is a good idea.

Posted : 17/07/2019 6:37 pm

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