Printer Software Troubleshooting
Printer Hardware Troubleshooting
Air-printing
Air-Printing
Check for tangles in the filament spool, a short guide can be found here.
Check the tension lever on top of the toolhead.
Push the lever all the way back to loosen the grip around the filament.
push back
Pull the lever two clicks towards you to tighten
The green lever is how much the toolhead will grip the filament. Anything more thPopularUnclogging the Asteroid Toolhead
Basics things to try first:
Push the green lever all the way back (this loosens the tension completely). Then pull the filament out of the toolhead.
Use a pliers to get a better grip on filament to remove the stuck filament if you need to
After the filament has been removed, try to load filament and push it through at the normal temperature then if it still doesn’t work increase temp to 290C
If that doesn't work, carefully push a 2mm hex into the toolhead, from the top. The fiPopularUpload Pictures through FabOne
When we need pictures sent to support tickets and you aren't able to send them through email, here is how to send them through FabOne
Go to FabOne and login
Select the Protosthetics Logo at the Bottom Left of the Screen
Proto Logo
Select the Paperclip located at the bottom of the chat window
Paperclip to Upload Files (https://storSome readersWebcam Troubleshooting
Webcam Troubleshooting
If your webcam is not producing a video feed, try the troubleshooting steps below.
Inspect cord
Verify that cord has no exposed wire & not pinched anywhere along its path
Unplug → plug in camera USB (same USB port)
Verify the Green Light comes on after plugin
Try a different USB port
Unplug the camera USB cord and put into a different USB port, and then verify that the camera green LED light is on.
Unplug kiosk → unplug camera USB → plug in cSome readersSwapping your Webcam
When your Webcam isn't producing a Green Light when plugged into the USB Port of a laptop or other device, here is our guide to swapping it out
Tools you will need:
The Red Hex Key Set from your drawer
A Flathead Screwdriver
A pair of Needle Nose Pliers
Task 1: Remove the Webcam and Webcam Mount from the Printer
Using a pair of needle nose pliers, hold the nut and unscrew the hex bolt using a 2mm hex key.
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With your printer not connecting to FabOne after attempting a power cycle, here are some additional steps to bring the printer back online.
The first step is to check the Internet Connector between the Kiosk's Computer and the Printer Itself
Unplug the kiosk's power cable
Unplug the internet cable from the back of the printer printer as shown in the image below
Follow the cable to the floor of the kiosk and unplug it
After waiting a few seconds, plug the printer's internSome readersReplacing the Hat(Blue Computer) in the Kiosk
To replace the Hat in the kiosk, start by first unplugging the kiosk power cord. Remove the panel on the back of the kiosk, and then unplug the following cables from the blue circuit board pictured below. All requested pictures will be needed to resolve this issue. Please do not skip taking any pictures at any step of the way.
Image of Ports
Tools you'll need:
Flat head Screwdriver
Philips headSome readersY-Motor Y-Axis Troubleshooting
Y-Motor Y-Axis Troubleshooting
Unplug the white cord from the motor so you can unscrew it and take it out of it’s housing.
Motor
Once the motor is removed, unscrew the small screws (circled in blue).
Apply blue loctite on each of the small grub screws. Then, start by tighteningSome readersPrinter Connection is Offline
If you have ethernet plugged in but can’t get the printer to come online, follow the below troubleshooting.
Click “Reconnect” on the right-hand side.
Reconnect
Unplug the power cord behind the kiosk, wait 10 seconds, and plug it back in. (It’s important we try this first as unplugging the ethernet may make it come online later than usual).
If still offline after a few minutes, unplug bothFew readersAutolevel Failing
Autolevel Failing
First, make sure to give a deep clean to the nozzle and the 4-bed corners, use isopropyl alcohol.
Nozzle
Bed corners
Extrude the filament for at least 2-3 inches to flush out impurities.Few readersSetting the Z-Offset
As you continue Printing with Protosthetics, you'll need to know how to manage the Z-Offset on your printer.
Watch the video below, and then read on to learn more about watching for Z-Offset failures and how to resolve them.
Before we cover how to change Z-Offset, let's go over why we care about Z-Offset
If your Z-Offset is too high, the filament won't adhere to the bed and the print won't come together properly, making a large messFew readersReplacing Filament While Printing
Replacing Filament While Printing
It happens. You started a print but realize there isn’t enough remaining filament. Or, you just want to use up any small amounts left.
Not to worry! You can easily pause the print, swap filament, and then resume the print without missing a beat. Below are instructions on how to make that swap while printing on the Asteroid toolhead.
Step 1. Pause the Print from FabOne
Navigate to app.protosthetics.com Galileo Print Control. Then, click “PauFew readersInstalling the Asteroid Tool Head
View the video below or go through the step-by-step instructions to install your new Asteroid tool head!
Task 1: Remove the current tool head
Tools & Supplies Needed:
Micro cutters
2.5mm Hex key
Instructions:
1.1 Remove filament from current tool head by cutting the filamentFew readersInstalling the Camera Mount
Installing the Camera Mount
Learn How to Attach your Camera Mount to the Printer
Tools & Supplies Needed
3D Printer
3D printed camera mount with camera
1-M3 x 50 black cap head hex screw
1-M3 black hex nut
2.5 mm hex key
Needle Nose Pliers
Flat Head Screw Driver or Pick with the Plastic Cover
Using the flathead screw driver or metal pick, pop open the tabs on the wire channel and feed the camera cord in.
Wrap cord over the mount and towards the cable belt.Few readersHow to Replace the Pi SD Card
How to Replace the Pi SD Card
Click here to watch video guideFew readersBL Touch Probe Swapping
BL Touch Probe Swap
Remove the Toolhead and BL Touch mount from the Printer
Disconnect the cables from the following ports
Top Cable
Both Side Cables
Undo the Two screws on the Top of the Toolhead as shown in the picture
Two Back Screws (https://storage.crisp.chat/users/helpdesk/website/bb61eef0a862280Few readers