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=====Ultimaker 3 Extended===== 
Tool Lead: Andrew Furst \\
Contact: Andrewfurst@ucsb.edu
====Safety Concerns====
  * Both print heads and bed are heated during operation. Do not attempt to clean, remove, or adjust without allowing for adequate cool down time. 
  * Keep hands clear of printer during operation. Pause print before clearing or adjusting print.
 ====Safe Operating Procedures Review====
  - Launch Cura version 4 (blue icon)
  - From connected printers, select IW-Ultimaker3
  - Select File -> Open Files -> Open desired project (.STL file type)
  - Using task bar on the left hand side, position model as desired
  - From print settings, select slice height, infill percentage, and support
  - Support can be generated using ether nozzle, typically nozzle one holds build material with nozzle two printing with dissolvable support material.
  - Setting can be fined tuned using the "Custom" option from print settings
  - Within custom settings, nozzle and build plate temps can be adjusted (build plate temps should be based off of build material)
  - Save the file from Cura on a thumb drive
  - Connect thumb drive to printer -> select desired file -> select print\\
Note: Adjusting settings may lead to more (OR LESS) successful prints. Contact Workshop Wizard responsible for Ultimaker if print fails or knowledge of advanced settings is desired. 

====Post Processing====
  * If support was constructed from ABS carefully break away with pliers
  * If support was constructed from PVA soak part in warm water for several hours to dissolve support structure 

====Maintenance====
  * Bed should be cleaned with IPA between prints
  * Print heads and silicone head protector should be cleaned as needed 
  * Filament should be dried before use if printer has been idle for several weeks
  * Bed leveling should be completed every time print cores are swapped
  * Print cores should be swapped after clog or to change print line width. Used print heads should be kept for spare parts

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