Print Fan Error
I was having a hard time with my printer and discovered that the print fan was not working. I checked the connections to the controller board and it is good so I assumed the fan had failed. so I replaced it. No luck, I still get the print fan error. Any ideas on how I can fix it?
Thanks,
Gale
RE: Print Fan Error
I do not thing you can fix the controller board. I would chat with support.
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Chuck H
3D Printer Review Blog
RE: Print Fan Error
Thanks, I guess that is the next step.
RE: Print Fan Error
One thing I noticed is that the cable for the print fan does have a fairly significant point of strain when it is bundled with the other cables in the extruder. I'm sure this was the cause when I started getting occasional print fan errors. Be sure that on your new fan you route it carefully so it does not get pinched and break.
RE: Print Fan Error
Thanks for the tip, but after I installed the new fan and it didn't work I detached the connector at the board and applied 5v to the connector contacts and the fan worked. So it is looking like I have a problem with the board.
I can't find the link to support, where should I be looking?
Thanks,
RE: Print Fan Error
Keep in mind that the fan will not spin up until the second layer of some (most?) prints.
To get to support chat (I have not used it) go to the Eshop and be sure you are logged in. If you can't find it you can email [email protected]
RE: Print Fan Error
I know, but I'm getting a "Print Fan Error" and the print stops.
Thanks, I'll email support. I wonder if it will print if I detach the connect and attach an external 5v power supply?
RE: Print Fan Error
@mr-gale
What firmware are you using? I still work with the 3.8.1 and had after the installation of the 3.9.2 also constantly a "printfan error" although the hardware is in order. Prusa seems to have changed something in the settings. With the 3.8.1 everything runs perfectly.
Often a factory reset and reinstallation of the firmware helps. Maybe you try it also once with different versions https://github.com/prusa3d/Prusa-Firmware/releases
Maybe you will find a solution this way - good luck!
Statt zu klagen, dass wir nicht alles haben, was wir wollen, sollten wir lieber dankbar sein, dass wir nicht alles bekommen, was wir verdienen.
RE: Print Fan Error
Thank you, Karl! I did a factory reset and the fan is working now.
I also want to thank everyone who contributed, you were a lot of help.
Gale
RE: Print Fan Error
@mr-gale
I'm glad for you! Such a master reset can work miracles 👍
happy printing!
Statt zu klagen, dass wir nicht alles haben, was wir wollen, sollten wir lieber dankbar sein, dass wir nicht alles bekommen, was wir verdienen.
RE: Print Fan Error
Great news! I will have to keep this in my back pocket.
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Chuck H
3D Printer Review Blog