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--- reprap-industrial-v1:software-version-v1.1.0-operation-and-commissioning [2015/05/20 11:40]
Markus Bürgener
+++ reprap-industrial-v1:software-version-v1.1.0-operation-and-commissioning [2015/12/14 10:39]
Markus Bürgener [[Setup] screen] restructuring measurements
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-{{:dev:info_icon.png?100|}}====== Software version v1.1.0 and higher - Operation and commissioning ======
+====== Operating manual ======
+[[{|width:50%; color:red}software-version-v1.0.5-operation-and-commissioning|If your RepRap Industrial 3D printer is of hardware revision 1.0.0 and has not been updated, you are probably still running RepRapOnRails version 1.0.5.\\ Clicking here will redirect you to the respective manual.]]
 [{{:reprap-industrial-v1:touchscreen.png?600|The high-resolution 10"-TFT touchscreen mounted at the front panel enables direct operation of the RepRap Industrial.}}]
 <WRAP clear></WRAP>
-This manual describes the [[#Operation|operation]] of the RepRap Industrial via the operating software //RepRapOnRails// version v1.1.0 and the [[#Initial commissioning|initial commissioning]] of the 3D printer after [[:reprap-industrial-v1:manual#Setup and initial commissioning|installation]].
+This manual describes the [[#Initial commissioning|initial commissioning]] of the 3D printer after [[manual#setup-and-installation|installation]], the [[#Operation|operation]] via the //RepRapOnRails// operating software and the all manual operating tasks that must be performed during normal day-today use.\\
+=== RepRapOnRails Software version lists ===
+  * v1.1.0 (current)
+  * v1.0.5 (05/2013 - 02/2015)
+<WRAP clear/>
 ===== Operation =====
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 |  2  | Menu selection  | Select the operating menu and mode:\\ **[[#print-screen|Print]]** represents the main production mode\\ **[[#configuration-screen|Configuration]]** allows choosing material based temperature profiles for each extruder and bed/chamber\\ **[[#setup-screen|Setup]]** provides wizards for different preset operating procedures\\ **[[#expert-control-screen|Expert Control]]** provides access to motors and direct temperature control\\ **[[#log-screen|Log]]** represents the communication history of microcontroller, BeagleBone Black, and touchscreen  |
 |  3  | Queue  | List of uploaded print jobs sorted by time/date (oldest first); estimated time required for printing the respective job. |
-|  4  | Temperature/profile overview | Displays current and set temperature of each extruder, print bed and build chamber as well as the selected material profiles (see [[#Configuration]]). Temperatures colored red are set and currently being actuated. |
+|  4  | Temperature/profile overview | Displays current and set temperature of each extruder, print bed and build chamber as well as the selected material profiles (see [[#configuration-screen|Configuration]]). Temperatures colored red are set and currently being actuated. |
-|  5  | [Emergency STOP] button  | see [[manual#Emergency stop|safety information]]  |
+|  5  | [Emergency STOP] button  | see also\\ -> [[#emergency-stop|Emergency stop]]\\ -> [[manual#emergency-stop|Safety information in the Manual]]  |
 |  6  | [Shut-down] button       | Tap to shut down the 3D printer properly.  |
 |  7  | [Build Chamber ON/OFF] button   | Tap to activate/deactivate drives and heaters after start-up.  |
-|  8  | [Preheat Chamber/Bed ON/OFF] button  | Tap to activate/deactivate preheating of the build chamber/print bed according to the settings made under [[#Configuration]].  |
+|  8  | [Preheat Chamber/Bed ON/OFF] button  | Tap to activate/deactivate preheating of the build chamber/print bed according to the settings made under [[#configuration-screen|Configuration]].  |
 |  9  | [delete] button  | Tap to delete the respective print job from the queue. |
-|  10  | [print] button  | Tap to [[#Starting print jobs|start]] the respective print job.  |
+|  10  | [print] button  | Tap to [[#starting-print-jobs|start the respective print job]].  |
 |  11  | Browse buttons  | Use [Previous], [Next] and [//page number//] to browse the print job list.  |
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 |  6  | Progress bar    | Indicates the progress of the print job graphically.   |
 |  7  | [Pause/Resume Print] button  | Allows interrupting a print job for interference and subsequent resumption.  |
-|  8  | [Abort Print] button  | Push to [[#Finishing a print job|abort]] a print job.  |
+|  8  | [Abort Print] button  | Tap to [[#Finishing a print job|abort a print job]].  |
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 </WRAP>
 <WRAP clear></WRAP>
+=== Emergency stop ===
+<WRAP note>
+NOTICE
+The emergency stop function does not provide a cool down sequence. **Do not** use the emergency stop button to abort current print jobs, as this may lead to damage of the 3D printer due to uncontrolled heat accumulation.
+**Do not** use the main switch as an emergency stop button. You risk loosing or corrupting data.
+</WRAP>
+<WRAP group>
+<WRAP half column>
+When the emergency stop is triggered:
+  * The microcontroller board is reset, all movement of the axes stops, lights, heaters and fans are turned off. The status indicator displays ''Emergency Stop!'' .
+  * After a few seconds the microcontroller returns to ''Idle'' state.
+</WRAP>
+<WRAP half column>
+[{{:reprap-industrial-v1:gui_v110_emergencystoptriggered.png?400|Status display after triggering the emergency stop. The 3D printer returns to IDLE state after a short time. The emergency stop is written into the log-file. }}]
+</WRAP>
+</WRAP>
+The 3D printer now is in a safe state for troubleshooting.\\
+For repairing **any defects of the electronic equipment** or major mechanical damages **shut down the 3D printer completely**:
+  * Open the //Print// screen.
+  * Shut down the 3D printer by tapping the **[Shutdown]** button and switching off the main switch (**<0>** position) after the shutdown procedure has been finished.
+<WRAP note>
+NOTICE
+Before restarting or reactivating the 3D printer:
+  * Make sure that the axes are in no collision position.
+  * Make sure that the reason for the emergency stop has been detected and fixed, before resuming production.
+</WRAP>
+After troubleshooting or if the reason for the emergency stop was minor and you want to continue production:
+  * Remove the print bed from the build chamber and replace or clean it before further use.
+  * [[#starting-the-3d-printer|Restart]] the 3D printer (if necessary).
+  * Open the //Print// screen.
+  * Switch on the build chamber. The 3D printer will run the homing routine.
+  * You can now resume normal operation.
 ==== [Configuration] screen ====
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 ==== [Setup] screen ====
-<WRAP group>
-<WRAP half column>
 The //Setup// menu displays walkthrough instructions (wizards) for different operations needed during daily operation, [[#Setup and initial commissioning|initial commissioning]], [[reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide|servicing]] and [[reprap-industrial-v1:troubleshooting#Troubleshooting|troubleshooting]]. If you choose one of the wizards, a step-by-step guide will provide all necessary information for completing the respective task.\\
 This screen also provides system information and the web address needed to connect to the 3D printer via the network.
-^  No.  ^ Description   ^ Content/Function  ^^
+[{{:reprap-industrial-v1:gui_setupmenu_v110.png?600|Wizard selection on the setup screen. Beginning with ReRapOnRails v1.3.0, the nozzle change wizard has been replaced by the backlash calibration wizard.}}]
-|   1   | {{anchor:omc13t1:Wizard selection}}  | Different wizards for different tasks; needed to keep your 3D printer up and running:  ||
+<WRAP clear/>
-|::: |::: | **{{anchor:omc13t11:Print Bed Leveling}}** Ensures that print bed and nozzle tip are evenly distanced at every point of the surface (-> [[tips-tricks#print-bed-leveling|Tips]]). ||
+|<100% 5% 25% 70%>|
-|::: |::: | **{{anchor:omc13t12:Unload Filament}}** False removal of filament from the supply system can damage the limit switch in the feed unit. Follow the given instructions when filament must be removed. Also regard the instructions [[#Changing the filament|below]]. ||
+^  No.  ^ Description   ^ Content/Function  ^
-|::: |::: | **{{anchor:omc13t13:Load Filament}}** False insertion of filament can damage the 3D printer or lead to coiling of the filament and thereby ruining the print. Follow the given instructions when filament must be refilled or changed. Also regard the instructions [[#Changing the filament|below]]. ||
+|   1   | {{anchor:omc13t1:Wizards for daily operation}}\\ Different wizards for different tasks; needed to keep your 3D printer up and running.  | **{{anchor:omc13t11:Print Bed Leveling}}** Ensures that print bed and nozzle tip are evenly distanced at every point of the surface.\\ -> [[knowledge-base#print-bed-leveling|tips]] |
-|::: |::: | **{{anchor:omc13t14:Prime Extruders}}** After changing/refilling filament or subsequent to nozzle change the extruders must be primed to remove enclosed air from the nozzle tip. Also regard the instructions [[#Changing the filament|below]]. ||
+|::: |::: | **{{anchor:omc13t12:Unload Filament}}** False removal of filament from the supply system can damage the limit switch in the feed unit. Follow the given instructions when filament must be removed.\\ -> [[#Changing the filament|additional information]] |
-|::: |::: | **{{anchor:omc13t15:Nozzle Change}}** To change the nozzle tips (e.g. for printing with another bore diameter for higher troughput) follow the given instructions. Make sure not do damage the extruder nozzle barrel. | <wrap em>obsolete since v1.3.0</wrap>  |
+|::: |::: | **{{anchor:omc13t13:Load Filament}}** False insertion of filament can damage the 3D printer or lead to coiling of the filament and thereby ruining the print. Follow the given instructions when filament must be refilled or changed.\\ -> [[#Changing the filament|additional information]] |
-|::: |::: | **{{anchor:omc13t16:Calibrate Extrusion}}** When printing material with other properties than before, it might be necessary to adjust the throughflow of the nozzle. To find the correct //Extrusion multiplier// to be entered in the //Filament settings// of Slic3r, run this wizard. Also regard the description given in the respective [[#determining-the-extrusion-multiplier|initial commissioning]] section. ||
+|::: |::: | **{{anchor:omc13t14:Prime Extruders}}** After changing/refilling filament or subsequent to nozzle change the extruders must be primed to remove enclosed air from the nozzle tip.\\ -> [[#changing-the-filament|additional information]] |
-|::: |::: | **{{anchor:omc13t17:Calibrate Extruder Offset}}** This function is needed for dual extruder prints. To teach the offset distance between the nozzle tips in X- and Y-direction, run this wizard. ||
+|  2  | {{anchor:omc13t2: Calibration wizards}}\\ These wizards are needed during commissioning, during change of material and other more rarely tasks. | **{{anchor:omc13t15:Nozzle Change}}** <wrap em>obsolete since v1.3.0</wrap> To change the nozzle tips (e.g. for printing with another bore diameter for higher troughput) follow the given instructions. Make sure not do damage the extruder nozzle barrel. |
-|::: |::: | **{{anchor:omc13t18:Calibrate Backlash}}** This function replaces the backlash calibration procedure described in the [[reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide#backlash-calibration|Service Guide]]. | <wrap em>//new in v1.3.0//</wrap>  |
+|::: |::: | **{{anchor:omc13t16:Calibrate Extrusion}}** When printing material with other properties than before, it might be necessary to adjust the throughflow of the nozzle. To find the correct //Extrusion multiplier// to be entered in the //Filament settings// of Slic3r, run this wizard. Also regard the description given in the respective [[#determining-the-extrusion-multiplier|initial commissioning]] section. |
-|  2  | {{anchor:omc13t2:Web Interface URL}}   | Needed to connect to your RepRap Industrial via the network (see [[#Uploading print jobs to the 3D printer|below]]) ||
+|::: |::: | **{{anchor:omc13t17:Calibrate Extruder Offset}}** This function is needed for dual extruder prints. To teach the offset distance between the nozzle tips in X- and Y-direction, run this wizard. |
-|   3   | {{anchor:omc13t3:Version numbers}}  | The valid version numbers of your RepRap Industrial's hardware, the installed RepRapOnRails software and the microcontroller firmware for your information. Please provide these numbers for identification in case of service requests. ||
+|::: |::: | **{{anchor:omc13t18:Calibrate Backlash}}** <wrap em>//new in v1.3.0//</wrap> This function replaces the backlash calibration procedure described in the [[service-guide#backlash-calibration|Service Guide]]. |
+<WRAP clear/>
+[{{:reprap-industrial-v1:gui_setupmenu_v110_p2.png?600|}}]
+<WRAP clear/>
+|<100% 5% 25% 70%>|
+^  No.  ^ Description   ^ Content/Function  ^
+|  3  | {{anchor:omc13t3:Web Interface URL}}   | Needed to connect to your RepRap Industrial via the network\\ -> [[#uploading-print-jobs-to-the-3D-printer|additional information]] ||
+|   4   | {{anchor:omc13t4:Version numbers}}  | The valid version numbers of your RepRap Industrial's hardware, the installed RepRapOnRails software and the microcontroller firmware for your information. Please provide these numbers for identification in case of service requests. ||
-</WRAP>
-<WRAP half column>
-[{{:reprap-industrial-v1:gui_setupmenu_v110.png?400|GUI v1.1.0 Setup main screen with wizard selection and system information.}}]
 {{anchor:screenurl}}
-[{{:reprap-industrial-v1:gui_v110_setupmain_v2.png?400|GUI v1.3.0 Setup main screen: the nozzle change wizard was replaced by the backlash calibration wizard.}}]
-</WRAP>
-</WRAP>
 <WRAP clear></WRAP>
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   - Unload the current filament as described in [[#Refilling|]].
-  - Subsequent to unloading you have to change the extruder nozzle barrel as described in the [[reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide#changing-the-nozzle-tip|Service guide]].
+  - Subsequent to unloading you have to change the extruder nozzle barrel as described in the [[reprap-industrial-v1:service-guide#changing-the-hot-end-barrels|Service guide]].
   - Afterwards, install (and [[#Adjusting the spool carriers|adjust]]) the new filament spool, run the [Load Filament] wizard **and** the [Priming] wizard.
 </WRAP>
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 ^ No.  ^ Description  ^ Content/Function  ^
-|  1  | Drive control -\\ negative direction  | Moves every axis individually once for every tap in negative [[#Motors|direction]], according to the selected step width. |
+|  1  | Drive control -\\ negative direction  | Moves every axis individually once for every tap in  [[manual#drives|negative direction]], according to the selected step width. |
 |  2  | {{anchor:omc14t02:[Printhead Maintenance Position]}}  | Tap to move the extruder head into a preset position in the upper center of the build chamber directly in front of the doors where it is easily accessible for maintenance purposes.   |
-|  3  | Homing buttons  | Tap to separately or simultaneously move the [[#Motors|axes]] to their starting positions.  |
+|  3  | Homing buttons  | Tap to separately or simultaneously move the [[manual#drives|axes]] to their starting positions.  |
-|  4  | Drive control -\\ positive direction  | Moves every axis individually once for every tap in positive [[#Motors|direction]], according to the selected step width. |
+|  4  | Drive control -\\ positive direction  | Moves every axis individually once for every tap in  [[manual#drives|positive direction]], according to the selected step width. |
-|  5  | {{anchor:omc14t05:Extruder temperature control}}  | Enables directly setting the temperature and extruding filament for one extruder at a time (see the chapter [[reprap-industrial-v1:knowledge-base#Extrusion temperature|"Extrusion temperature"]] in the "Material" section of the knowledgebase).  |
+|  5  | {{anchor:omc14t05:Extruder temperature control}}  | Enables directly setting the temperature and extruding filament for one extruder at a time (see the chapter [[reprap-industrial-v1:knowledge-base#setting-the-extrusion-temperature|"Extrusion temperature"]] in the "Material" section of the knowledgebase).  |
 </WRAP>
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   - [[#preheating|Printer preparation]]
   - [[#calibration|Calibration]]
-  - [[#the-first-print|First print]]
+  - [[#creating-your-own-first-print-job|First print job]]
     * [[#installation-and-setup-of-the-slicing-software|Setting up the slicing software]]
-    * [[#preparing-the-3d-model|Model preparation]]
+    * [[#slicing-the-3D-model|Model preparation]]
     * [[#uploading-print-jobs-to-the-3d-printer|Model upload]]
     * [[#starting-the-print-job|Print]]
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 ==== Loading material ====
 First, material for the following print jobs must be provided:
-  * Tap [[#Setup|[Load Filament]]] to start the wizard that will guide you through the material feed process. The print head will move to a middle front position for convenient handling.
+  * Tap [[#setup-screen|[Load Filament]]] to start the wizard that will guide you through the material feed process. The print head will move to a middle front position for convenient handling.
   * Read and follow the wizard's on-screen instructions step by step.
   * Load the **left extruder** with //Kühling&Kühling white ABS// material included in the delivery for the first print.
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 INFO
-//For installing other than the 750g spools delivered, [[#Adjusting the spool carriers|adjusting the spool carriers]] may be necessary.\\
+//For installing other than the 750g spools delivered, [[#adjusting-the-spool-carriers|adjusting the spool carriers]] may be necessary.\\
 The filament and chamber/bed profiles have been preset during factory test and are ready for use. For later changing the profiles refer to [[#Configuration]].//
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-  * At the end of the [[#Setup|Load Filament]] wizard, follow the suggestion to run the [[#Setup|Prime Extruders]] wizard by tapping the respective button.
+  * At the end of the [[#setup-screen|Load Filament]] wizard, follow the suggestion to run the [[#setup-screen|Prime Extruders]] wizard by tapping the respective button.
   * Choose the left extruder and check that the filament profile //Kühling&Kühling white ABS// is selected before continuing.
   * After finishing the wizard, repeat these steps for loading the right extruder if required.
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 After material has been loaded and the hot-ends have been primed the next step is preheating the build chamber and the print bed in order to enable calibration at operating temperature:
   * Check if the footer reads //Preheating for ABS// for the //Bed/Chamber// profile. The footer is the same on every page of the GUI.
-  * Activate the build chamber by tapping [[#Print|[Build Chamber ON]]]. The LEDs light up, the fans start running and all axes perform a home-positioning routine.
+  * Activate the build chamber by tapping [[#print-screen|[Build Chamber ON]]]. The LEDs light up, the fans start running and all axes perform a home-positioning routine.
-  * Then start the heating by tapping [[#Print|[Preheat Chamber/Bed ON]]]. The temperature indicators in the footer now show both current and target temperature.
+  * Then start the heating by tapping [[#print-screen|[Preheat Chamber/Bed ON]]]. The temperature indicators in the footer now show both current and target temperature.
   * Let the build chamber heat for **approximately 45 minutes** until the target temperature is reached.
 </WRAP>
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   * After the print job has been finished, return to the [Extrusion Calibration] wizard.
   * Enter the measured value via the touch buttons.
-  * The necessary extrusion multiplier is calculated automatically. Record the value for later use in the slicing software (see [[#Preparing the 3D model|]]).
+  * The necessary extrusion multiplier is calculated automatically. Record the value for later use in the slicing software (see [[#slicing-the-3D-model|]]).
 </WRAP>
 <WRAP half column>
+<WRAP info>
+INFO
+Regard that the preinstalled extrusion calibration print job is solely for printing ABS with the __0.35mm__ nozzle tip on both hot ends. Printing it with other materials or nozzle tip diameters requires altered settings as described in the [[reprap-industrial-v1:tips&tricks#calibrating-the-extrusion|Tips & Tricks section]] of this manual.
+</WRAP>
 [{{:reprap-industrial-v1:gui_setupmenu_v110_extrusionmultiplier.png?400|The extrusion multiplier is calculated automatically from the measurement and must be saved in the filament profile of the slicing software.}}]
 </WRAP>
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 INFO
-//After installing Slic3r it is advisable to switch into "Expert" mode before further plunging into utilization (described in the [[http://manual.slic3r.org/simple-mode/simple-mode|Slic3r manual]]).//
+//After installing Slic3r it is //**mandatory**// to switch into "Expert" mode before further plunging into utilization (described in the [[http://manual.slic3r.org/simple-mode/simple-mode|Slic3r manual]]).//
 </WRAP>
 [{{:reprap-industrial-v1:slic3r_selectconigbundle.png?400|After importing the profile bundles Slic3r is equipped with all necessary presets and ready for operation with the RepRap Industrial 3D printer.}}]
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   - Start Slic3r to process a 3D model into G-code data.
   - Select the preconfigured profiles for filament, print and printer before generating a G-code file.
-    * Open the //Filament Settings// tab end enter the [[#determining-the-extrusion-multiplier|extrusion multiplier]] measured during calibration.\\ **Rename and save** the filament profile.
+    * Open the //Filament Settings// tab end enter the [[#determining-the-extrusion-multiplier|extrusion multiplier]] measured during calibration.
+    * **Rename and save** the filament profile.
   - Export the G-code data.\\ Refer to the [[http://manual.slic3r.org/|Slic3r manual]] for help on fine tuning any parameters for the printing process.
 </WRAP>
 <WRAP half column>
-[{{:reprap-industrial-v1:tt_extrusionmultiplier.png?400|Setting the extrusion multiplier in Slic3r.}}]
+[{{:reprap-industrial-v1:slic3r_start_plater_select.png?400|Slic3r steps while crating a print job, including setting the extrusion multiplier.}}]
 </WRAP>
 </WRAP>
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 <WRAP group>
 <WRAP half column>
-Every PC connected to your network can access the RepRap Industrial via the //Web Interface URL// (network address) that is displayed in the //[[#Setup]]// menu at the GUI.
+Every PC connected to your network can access the RepRap Industrial via the //Web Interface URL// (network address) that is displayed in the //[[#setup-screen|Setup]]// screen at the GUI.
 </WRAP>
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 <WRAP group>
 <WRAP half column>
-  * Tap the [print] button on the //[[#Print]]// screen to start the print job.
+  * Tap the [print] button on the //[[#print-screen|Print]]// screen to start the print job.
   * Wait until the apparatus has finished the print job completely and all axes are in their home position, then remove the print bed, [[#removing-objects-from-the-bed|take off the test object]] and check whether all expectations have been met.
@@ Line 715: / Line 771: @@
 === Removing objects from the bed ===
-<WRAP warning>
+<WRAP caution>
 DANGER OF BURNING!
-The print bed and the build chamber heating resistors are not being switched off. Also, the extruder nozzles may still be too hot to touch. Be careful not to burn yourself when removing the print bed.
+The print bed and the build chamber heating resistors are not being switched off after a print job. Also, the extruder nozzles may still be too hot to the touch. Be careful not to burn yourself when removing the print bed.
 </WRAP>
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 To remove printed objects from the print bed let the entire print cool down to room temperature; larger prints should remain in the switched off build chamber until cooled down.\\
 With materials suited to being printed on PEI (e.g. ABS, HIPS, TPE-u) the print will loosen itself from the print bed when cooling due to shrinkage which can be heard by the crackling noises. If otherwise, twist and bend the print bed until the object comes free. Breaking and even buckling the print bed is near impossible with manual force.\\
-Other material-subsurface combinations may require some force (e.g. PC on ABS-glue) or solving of the coating, rinsing the print bed with water for example is suitable when printing on PVA-glue.
+Other material-subsurface combinations may require some force (e.g. PC on ABS-glue) or solving of the coating, rinsing the print bed with water for example is suitable when printing on PVA-glue.\\
+\\
+Find more information about the properties and handling of the PEI print bed in the parts description of the [[manual#print-table-and-print-bed|Manual]].
 <WRAP clear> </WRAP>

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