Ultimaker 3 Extended User Manual

3
Table of Contents
1. Safety and compliance 6
Safety messages 7
Hazards 8
2. Introduction 9
Main components Ultimaker 3 or Ultimaker 3 Extended 10
Specifications 11
3. Unpack and install the hardware 12
Unboxing 13
Installing the hardware accessories 15
4. Set up for rst use 17
Print core installation 18
Loading materials 19
Installing WiFi and firmware 21
Installing Cura 22
5. Operation 23
Control and display 24
Materials 25
Preparing a print with Cura 26
Starting a print 28
Monitoring your print 30
Removing the print 31
Removing support material 32
Changing materials and print cores 33
6. Maintenance 34
Updating the firmware 35
Calibrations 36
Lubricating the axles 39
Keeping the printer clean 40
Tensioning the belts 42
Storage and handling of materials 43
7. Troubleshooting 44
Error messages 45
Clogged print core 46
Grinding PVA 48
Print core not recognized 49
Print quality issues 50

Ultimaker 3 Extended Specifications

General

Build Volume	215 x 215 x 300 mm
Layer Resolution	20 - 200 microns
Print Technology	Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF)
Filament Diameter	2.85 mm
Operating System	Windows, MacOS, Linux
Print Speed	Up to 24 mm³/s
Software	Ultimaker Cura
Weight	11.3 kg
Print Head	Dual extrusion
Nozzle Diameter	0.4 mm
Supported Materials	PLA, ABS, Nylon, CPE, PVA
Connectivity	USB, Ethernet, Wi-Fi
Display	4.7" color touchscreen
Power Requirements	100 - 240 V / 50 - 60 Hz
Travel Speed	Up to 300 mm/s