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You've created an amazing object on the Maker Bot software, and now it's time to print your objects. Follow these steps before you load your file into the 3D printer.
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Make sure the filament is full
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Pick the side you want to extrude from (You will need to input this information when you prepare your file)
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Use the spray cleaner and paper towels to clean any leftover oil from the platform (Oil buildup may cause the plastic to stick)
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Press the menu button and scroll through the options
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Click the Utilities option under the option box
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Select Level Build Plate option
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The plate on the maker bot must be made perfectly level
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Turn the front leveling knob to change the angle from front to back
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Turn the right knob to change the angle from left to right
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Press the "Begin Set-up" button on the control panel to start the process of making sure the plate is level
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Slip a business card between the extruder and the plate, as extruder pauses at the four waypoints on the plate
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On the control panel select Start Extrusion
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Once you see filament start to come out of the tip, select Stop Extrusion on the control panel
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Use the dial and select Test File 1 for a dragon and Test File 2 for a street cone
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Push the dial and you will be taken to a file info page
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Select Print
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When the print is done, you should have a 1/2" plastic dragon or pyramid
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Let the object cool before removing it
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Notice the details of the object, if something does not look right, you should repeat the setup before you print off your design
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If the test object looks perfect then it is time to print off your design
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Insert a thumb drive that has the .makerbot file you want printed into the USB port on the right of the Control Panel
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Select Upload File on the LCD Panel
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The LCD panel will display all compatible files on the thumb drive
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Select the file that you want to upload to the MakerBot
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Repeat step 6 selecting the .makerbot file you want to print
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When the object has cooled remove it from the 3D printer and admire it deeply
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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