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3DGence INDUSTRY F340 User Manual

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USER MANUAL
3DGence INDUSTRY
F340

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3DGence INDUSTRY F340 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Nozzle Temperatureup to 300 °C
Heated Bed Temperatureup to 120 °C
Print SpeedUp to 100 mm/s
Filament Diameter1.75 mm
Chamber Temperatureup to 60 °C
TechnologyFDM
Nozzle Diameter0.4 mm
Supported MaterialsPLA, ABS, PETG, TPU, Nylon
ConnectivityUSB, Ethernet
Power Supply100-240V

Summary

I INTRODUCTION

1. Introductory Comments

Overview of the manual's purpose and the 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer.

2. Printing Materials

Explains FFF technology and the 1.75mm filament used by the 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer.

3. Warning Signs

Details hazard warning signs, focusing on temperature warnings, auxiliary symbols, and the emergency stop button.

4. Safety Precautions

General safety guidelines, prohibitions, installation requirements, carrying, connection specs, and pre-startup checks.

II DEVICE DESCRIPTION

1. Printer Construction

Details the main components of the printer, including outline, kinematic system, bed, chambers, heads, and power.

2. Set Composition

Lists the consumables and accessories included with the 3DGence INDUSTRY F340 printer.

3. User Interface

Describes the touch screen interface, standby menu, and menus during operation.

III PREPARING TO OPERATION

1. Installing 3DGence Slicer

Instructions for installing the 3DGence Slicer software and updating firmware.

2. Connecting and Turning the Printer On

Steps for unpacking, positioning, and safely powering on the printer.

3. Preparing the Operating Platform

Instructions for cleaning and calibrating the working table for optimal print adhesion.

4. Handling the Material

Procedures for installing and removing filament using the Smart Material Manager system.

IV OPERATING THE DEVICE (FIRST PRINT)

1. Running a Preset Code from a Memory Card

Instructions on how to start a print from an SD card using pre-loaded machine codes.

2. Assessing the Quality of Operation

Guidelines for evaluating the first print, focusing on model base, seam, geometry, and walls.

3. Removing Printed Models

Procedures for safely removing printed models from the working table after cooling.

4. Smart Material Manager

Details the SMM system for material loading, monitoring, and error handling.

5. Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning hotends and the heatbed after printing.

6. Sleep Mode

Explains the printer's sleep mode for reduced power consumption and how to configure it.

7. Turning Off

Safely turns off the printer by using switches, allowing for cooling and disconnecting power.

V SOFTWARE

1. Introduction

Introduces the 3DGence Slicer software for preparing machine codes and its support.

1.1. Quality Guarantee

Explains the producer's guarantee for model quality with dedicated software and materials.

2. Installation

Details software download, recommended hardware requirements, and update consent.

3. Quick Start

A step-by-step guide to loading, arranging, selecting, and preparing models for printing.

4. Main Software Interface

Overview of the 3DGence Slicer interface, including model control, status bar, and workspace.

4.2. Status Bar

Displays model details (name, quantity, volume) and software status.

4.3. Undo Button

Reverts recent model operations or returns to the main interface from .gcode preview.

4.4. Virtual Workspace of the Machine

Graphic representation of the printer's workspace, highlighting printable areas.

4.5. Print Profile Selection Buttons

Enables selection of the machine and its appropriate print settings.

Profile

Selects machine work mode and material.

Visual Quality

Allows changing settings related to the visual quality of printed models.

Durability

Enables changing settings related to the durability of printed models.

Additions

Quick access to advanced options like model size offsets, overhang angle, and cooling.

4.6 Loaded Model

Graphic representation of the loaded model for selection and modification.

4.7 Virtual Buildplate of the Machine

The area where models can be arranged for printing.

4.8 Arrow Indicating the Physical Front of the Machine

Indicates the front of the printer and operator panel.

4.9 Printer Axis Preview

Displays the virtual printer axes.

4.10 Prepare to Print Button

Initiates machine path calculation (g-code generation) for print settings.

5. Preview Mode of .gcode

Allows previewing print paths, verifying settings, and saving the .gcode file.

5.1 View Options

Identical options to those in the main software interface.

5.2 Options for Previewing Layers

Slider to preview any layer of the active model.

5.3 Undo Button

Returns to the main interface from preview mode, allowing edits.

5.4 .gcode File Preview

Previews printout paths, mesh, and tool paths; shows model and support color coding.

5.5 Status Bar

Displays information like model name, volume, duration, and material consumption.

5.6 File Saving Button

Saves the model as a gcode executable file with user-specified location and name.

6. Advanced Settings

Accesses custom profiles, highlights hazards, and allows loading advanced options.

6.2 Setting Edition Window

Window to modify custom profile settings like layer height, line width, etc.

6.3 Profile Sharing

Allows sharing print profiles with the producer for certification or updates.

6.4 Advanced Profiles Step-by-Step

Guides users through selecting, warning confirmation, and importing custom profiles.

VI DUAL-HEAD MODULE

1. Module Detailed Description

Explains the replaceable dual-head module, its parts, and functionality.

2. Unit Installation and Replacement

Provides instructions and cautions for installing and replacing the dual-head module.

VII ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

1. Autocalibration and Autocompensation

Explains bed scanning for autocalibration and single-point measurement for autocompensation.

VIII MAINTENANCE

1. Indications for Calibrating the Heatbed

Lists symptoms indicating when heatbed calibration is necessary.

2. Dual-Head Module Calibration

Describes precision axes alignment for dimensional correction using calibration prints.

2.2. XY Values Calibration, Dual Printhead Module Offset

Calibrating XY offsets using a test print and measuring rifts between materials.

3. SYSTEM ERRORS AND TROUBLESHOOTING

E201 - Problems with Reading Force Values

Troubleshooting force sensor errors related to the printing module.

E202 - Endstop Position Error for Z Axis

Addresses Z-axis endstop issues, including distance measurements and force sensor checks.

E203/Temperature Sensor Fail

Troubleshooting temperature sensor errors for heating devices.

E204 - Problem with Minimum Endstop Position for Z Axis

Addresses Z-axis minimum endstop issues and distance checks.

E205 - Measurement Accuracy Out of Tolerance Limits

Troubleshooting errors related to measurement accuracy and force sensor readings.

Filament TO/T1 Flow Fail

Troubleshooting extrusion quality coefficient errors.

Encoder TO/T1 Communication Fail

Troubleshooting communication errors with extrusion quality sensors.

Encoder TO/T1 Read Fail

Troubleshooting reading errors for extrusion quality sensor position.

Encoder TO/T1 Magnitude Fail / Magnetic Field Fail

Troubleshooting issues with extrusion quality sensor magnetic elements.

Strain Gauge Fail

Troubleshooting communication errors with the printing module strain gauge.

Weight TO/T1 Fail

Troubleshooting communication errors with the feed material weight sensor.

NFC Reader Fail

Troubleshooting communication errors with the NFC reader.

Printing Module EEPROM Fail

Troubleshooting communication errors with the printing module's memory.

LCD Fail

Troubleshooting communication errors with the printer's LCD operating panel.

UI Engine Fail

Troubleshooting display errors of the LCD operating panel driver.

IX GLOSSARY

ABS

Explains ABS material properties, usage, and operating temperatures.

Adhesion

Defines print adhesion to the bed and factors affecting it.

Autocalibration

Describes the printer's automated bed calibration process.

Autocompensation

Explains single-point measurement for determining print start distance.

Bridge

Defines a model part printed in the air and the need for support structures.

Brim

Describes a method for improving print adhesion by adding extra layers.

CAD (Computer Aided Design)

Defines CAD and its use in creating 3D models for printing.

Curling

Explains curling phenomenon and methods to prevent it.

Slicing

Describes the process of generating printer paths (g-code) from a 3D model.

Nozzle

Defines the nozzle, its function, and impact on print quality.

Extruder

Defines the extruder, its function in FFF technology, and Bowden type.

Endstop

Explains optoelectronic switches that limit printer movement.

Filament

Defines filament material, parameters, storage, and SMM system usage.

Firmware

Explains internal printer software responsible for interpreting commands.

G-Code

Defines G-code as a programming language for CAM machines, generated by slicers.

Skipping Steps

Explains motor skipping steps due to abnormal conditions and its visual effects.

HIPS

Defines HIPS as a material used for support structures for ABS.

Normal

Defines a vector normal to a plane in 3D modeling.

Nylon

Describes Nylon as a polyamide material for 3D prints, with high strength.

OBJ

Defines OBJ file format, its contents, and use with 3DGence Slicer.

PLA

Defines PLA as an eco-friendly material for FFF technology printing.

Overhang

Defines overhangs in model parts and how slicer software generates supports.

PVA

Describes PVA as a water-soluble polymer for support structures in dual-material printing.

Raft

Describes raft as a method for enhancing print adhesion to the working table.

Stepper Motor

Defines stepper motors and their role in precise position control for the printer.

Skirt

Describes skirt as initial material printed around the model for initialization.

Support

Defines support structures generated by slicer software to hold suspended model parts.

STL

Defines STL file format, its basic structure, and use.

Knurl

Defines the extruder part responsible for feeding filament to the nozzle.

Warping

Explains warping phenomenon and methods to prevent it.

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