LulzBot Mini User Manual

Maintaining Your 3D Printer
3.1 Overview
Little maintenance is required keep your Mini 3D printer running. De-
pending on your rate of use you will want to perform a quick check of your
printer every 2 to 4 weeks. The following maintenance guide lines will keep
you printing quality parts.
3.2 Smooth Rods
Wipe the smooth steel rods with a clean rag or paper towel. The linear
bushings leave a solid lubricant that builds up over time. Hearing squeaking
noises while the printer is moving is likely a sign that the smooth rods need
to be cleaned. NOTE: Never apply any lubricant or cleaning agent to the
smooth rods; the bushings are self-lubricating.
3.3 Lead Screws
Periodically, you will want to wipe down the threaded rods with a lithium-
based grease. Never use any petroleum based grease, which may compro-
mise the plastic parts. We utilize Lucas White Lithium Grease NLGI 2.
Apply the lithium grease both above and below the X ends on the lead
screws threading and wipe down the excess. Use your printer host software
to drive the Z axis up and down to help further distribute the lubricant.
3.4 PEI Surface
After repeated use, the PEI print surface will begin to need cleaning. To
clean the PEI print surface, Wipe clean with Isopropyl Alcohol and a clean
cloth. If you encounter prints lifting from the PEI surface, use a fine grit
sandpaper, typically 2000-2500 grit to clean the PEI print surface. We do
not recommend printing on bare glass, as it can lead to glass bed damage
or failure.
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LulzBot Mini Specifications

General

Tweezers	Yes
Certification	CE, FCC, WEEE
Product color	Black, Green
Viewing window	No
Maximum print platform temperature	120 °C
Package weight	11330 g
AC input voltage	100/240 V
Power consumption (typical)	150 W
Print technology	-
Printing material	ABS, HIPS, Nylon, PVA, Polycarbonate (PC), Polylactic acid (PLA)
Layer thickness (max)	0.5 mm
Layer thickness (min)	0.05 mm
Maximum build size (WxDxH)	152 x 152 x 158 mm
Filament thickness supported	3 mm
Maximum vertical build speed	275 mm/sec
Printing compartment volume	3.65 L

Weight and Dimensions

Depth	435 mm
Width	340 mm
Height	385 mm
Weight	8550 g