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Ultimaker 2 User Manual

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Ultimaker
2
MAKES EASY, EVEN EASIER
USER MANUAL
V2.1

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  • Page 1 Ultimaker MAKES EASY, EVEN EASIER USER MANUAL V2.1...

  • Page 2: Ultimaker

    Failure to read the manual may lead to personal injury, inferior results or damage to the Ultimaker 2. Always make sure that anyone who uses the 3D printer knows and understands the contents of the manual to make the most out of the Ultimaker 2.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS 1. ULTIMAKER 2 Ultimaker 2 at a glance Specifications 2. GET STARTED Unboxing Installation First use 3. THE BASICS Changing filament Bed leveling Cura software Using glue Display and controller 4. MAINTENANCE The glass plate The feeder...
  • Page 4 ULTIMAKER 2 This user manual is designed to help you start your Ultimaker 2 experience. Learn everything about using your Ultimaker 2 by following the instructions in this user manual and experience how easy it is to produce great quality prints.

  • Page 5: Ultimaker 2 At A Glance

    ULTIMAKER 2 AT A GLANCE Display Build plate Print head Feeder USB socket SD card slot Build plate clamps Bowden tube Spool holder Power switch Push/rotate button Build plate screws Print head cable Power socket...
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  • Page 7: Specifications

    CAUTION: The Ultimaker 2 generates high temperatures and has hot moving parts that can cause injury. Never reach inside of the Ultimaker 2 while it is in operation. Always control the Ultimaker 2 with the button at the front or with the power switch at the back.

  • Page 8: Get Started

    GET STARTED Now your Ultimaker 2 has arrived you’re ready to unpack it and set it up! Carefully unpack your Ultimaker 2 and set it up according to the instructions on the next pages. When you use your Ultimaker 2 for the first time, it will guide you through some steps to set it up and calibrate it.

  • Page 9: Unboxing

    REMOVE THE FOAM PACKAGING In the foam part at the front side of your Ultimaker 2 you will find a spool with PLA filament and a test print done on your Ultimaker 2. Take these out and put them aside. Open up the complete packaging by removing the two foam parts at the front and the back side.
  • Page 10 WHAT’S INCLUDED? Supplied with your Ultimaker 2 is an SD card in the 3D printer and several other accessories as well. This is everything you need to start printing. Make sure to check if all accessories are included before continuing.

  • Page 11: Installation

    INSTALLATION SPOOL HOLDER The first step of setting up your Ultimaker 2 is attaching the spool holder at the back side of the Ultimaker 2. Make sure to install the spool holder as described below. Take the spool holder and insert the top part in the hole at the back of the Ultimaker 2.
  • Page 12 To finish the installation the power supply will be connected. Before connecting it, make sure the power switch is in the “off” position. Connect the power cable to the power brick. 2. Plug the power cable in the wall socket and connect the other side to the Ultimaker 2. The flat side of this cable needs to point upwards.

  • Page 13: First Use

    The first step is to roughly level the build plate by rotating the button at the front of your Ultimaker 2 until there is approximately 1 mm distance between the nozzle and build plate. The measurement here is not critical, just make sure that the nozzle is close to the build plate without touching it.
  • Page 14 2. Next, wait a minute while the print head is heating up. By heating it up we ensure that the filament is being melted when it goes through the nozzle.
  • Page 15 SD card to start with. Simply select one of the files and press the button to start. After a print file has been chosen the Ultimaker 2 will prepare itself by homing the print head and build plate and heating up the build plate and nozzle.

  • Page 16: The Basics

    THE BASICS This chapter will explain you more about the basic procedures for using your Ultimaker 2. You will for example find information on changing filament and bed leveling, but also the use of our software Cura is explained here.

  • Page 17: Changing Filament

    Access the material change menu on your Ultimaker 2 by going to “Material” > “Change”. 2. Wait a minute while the print head is heating up. By heating it up we ensure that the filament is being melted before retracting it from the nozzle.

  • Page 18: Bed Leveling

    Go to “Maintenance” > “Build plate” to start the bed leveling process on your Ultimaker 2. 2. Wait for the Ultimaker 2 to do its homing procedure and continue when the print head is in the center at the back of the build plate.

  • Page 19: Cura Software

    3. When Cura has converted the file you can save the print file (GCode) via the “Save” button. If the SD card has been inserted it will directly save the file to the SD card. 4. Remove the SD card from your computer - make sure to safely remove it - and insert it in your Ultimaker 2 to start printing.

  • Page 20: Using Glue

    HOW TO USE? The glue stick that was delivered with your Ultimaker 2 can be used for the glass plate. Therefore simply put a thin, even layer of glue on the glass plate. It’s only necessary to apply glue to the print area.

  • Page 21: Display And Controller

    DISPLAY AND CONTROLLER When turning on your Ultimaker 2, you will always see the Ultimaker logo first after which you will go to the main menu. The main menu offers three options: PRINT, MATERIAL and MAINTENANCE. PRINT The “Print” menu simply allows you to select one of the print files from the SD card and will automatically start the print after that.

  • Page 22: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE In order to have a smoothly working Ultimaker 2 it is important to maintain it correctly. In this chapter the most important maintenance tips are described. It is recommended to read them carefully in order to achieve the best results with your...

  • Page 23: The Glass Plate

    2. Open up the build plate clamps at the front side by using a hex wrench. 3. Slide the glass plate to the front of the build plate until you can take it out of the Ultimaker 2. 4. For cleaning it is advised to use some warm water and to brush off any excess glue. If necessary you can also use some soap to clean it.

  • Page 24: The Feeder

    THE FEEDER Using the feeder in the right way and keeping it clean is important for a good extrusion. Tips on maintaining the feeder are described below. FEEDER TENSION In order to guide the filament properly through the feeder into the bowden tube and print head, it’s important that the tension on the feeder is set correctly.

  • Page 25: Lubricating The Axes

    When you notice small ridges on the surfaces of your 3D printed objects or feel that the X and Y axes are dry it is advised to put a single drop of sewing machine oil onto the X and Y axes. This will help your Ultimaker 2 running smoothly.

  • Page 26: Atomic Method

    After a longer time of using your Ultimaker 2 you might notice some signs of “under extrusion”. This means that your Ultimaker 2 can’t extrude enough plastic and is usually shown by very thin or missing layers in a print. In most cases, it is caused by some dirt or carbonized material in the nozzle or another hot end part through which a (partial) blockage is created.
  • Page 27 REMOVE THE NEW FILAMENT • Lower the temperature to 90 degrees (for PLA) or 110 degrees (for ABS) • Once the temperature has been reached, pull the filament out with a quick, firm pull • Check the color and shape of the tip of the filament; the goal is to have a clean, cone-shaped tip •...

  • Page 28: Help & Support

    There are a few printer specific issues that could show up while using your Ultimaker 2. If you ever run into one of these issues, you can easily troubleshoot the issue yourself with help of the information on the next pages.

  • Page 29: Troubleshooting

    Extrusion problems can occur in different ways and can have several reasons. The nozzle could simply be completely block, through which no material is coming out of the nozzle at all. But it could also mean that the Ultimaker 2 just doesn’t extrude enough plastic, leading to very thin or missing layers in a print.
  • Page 30 ERROR MESSAGES This refers to a problem with the PT100 B sensor, which is the sensor that ERROR - STOPPED TEMP SENSOR measures the temperature of the nozzle. It means that the sensor registers incorrect values and due to safety reasons it will prevent the nozzle from heating up.

  • Page 31: Support

    Ultimaker 2 as well. If you ever need personal help resolving an issue with your Ultimaker 2 you can also get in touch with one of our local support partners. On the website you can find all the contact details.

  • Page 32: Safety And Compliance

    HEALTH The Ultimaker 2 is designed to print with PLA and ABS filaments. The use of other materials is at your own risk. When printing ABS, small concentrations of Styrene vapor can be released. This can (in some cases) cause headaches, fatigue, dizziness, confusion, drowsiness, malaise, difficulty in concentrating, and a feeling of intoxication.
  • Page 33 GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION The Ultimaker 2 is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical and/or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
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