¶ 1.Tools:
- S1.5 Allen key
- S2.0 Allen key
- S2.5 Allen key
¶ 2.Disassembly Steps:
¶ Step 1: Turn Off the Printer
Before disassembly, please turn off the printer and unplug it to ensure safe operation.
¶ Step 2: Disassemble the Printhead Module
(1)Use the S1.5 Allen key to remove the two screws securing the printhead connection cable.
(2)Disconnect the PTFE tube, unplug the printhead connection cable, and remove the printhead connection cable from the clip.
(3)Use the S2.5 Allen key to remove the two screws securing the printhead.
(4)Then, use the S2.5 Allen key to loosen the remaining two screws, lift the printhead upwards, and remove it.
¶ Step 3: Disassemble the Printhead Cover
(1)Remove the printhead cover as shown in the figure.
Note: The printhead cover is not fixed with screws and can be removed directly.
(2)Unplug the model cooling fan connection cable (red) and the signal light connection cable (black).
(3)Use the S2.5 Allen key to remove the two screws securing the cover.
(4)Then, use the S2.0 Allen key to remove the two screws securing the baffle and remove the cover.
¶ Step 4: Disassemble the Strain Gauge
(1)Remove the printhead cover and unplug the cables on the hot end.
(2)Use the S2.5 Allen key to remove the two screws securing the hotend.
(3)Remove the hotend, then use the S2.0 Allen key to remove the two screws securing the strain gauge.
¶ 3. Installation Steps:
¶ Step 1: Replace the Strain Gauge
(1)Replace with a new strain gauge, and then use the S2.0 Allen key to tighten the two screws securing the strain gauge.
¶ Step 2: Install the Hot End
(1)Install the hot end and use the S2.5 Allen key to tighten the two screws securing the hot end.
(2)Reconnect the strain gauge connection cable to the adapter board interface, then reconnect the printhead cooling fan cable, thermistor cable, and heating rod cable to the adapter board interface.
¶ Step 3: Install the Printhead Cover
(1)Use the S2.5 Allen key to tighten the two screws securing the cover.
(2)Use the S2.0 Allen key to tighten the two screws securing the baffle.
(3)Reconnect the model cooling fan cable and signal light cable to the adapter board ports, then install the printhead cover.
¶ Step 4: Install the Printhead
(1)Place the printhead onto the bracket and align the screw holes, then use the S2.5 Allen key to tighten the two screws.
