Flashforge DREAMER Manuale utente

DREAMER DESKTOP 3D PRINTER

User Guide

v2.0.109082014

WELCOME TO FLASHFORGE DREAMER

A. How to use this manual 5

B. The FlashForge Experience and Promise 6

C. Understanding 3D Printing in 3 Minutes 7

Chapter 1. SETTING UP THE DREAMER

A. What’s included in the box 10

B. Unboxing the Dreamer 11

C. Hardware assembly 14

C1. Changing voltage on Dreamer power supply 14

C2. Mounting the extruder set 15

C3. Installing filament 16

C4. Plugging in power cord & USB cable 18

D. Loading/unloading filament 19

D1. Loading filament 19

D2. Unloading filament x 21

E. Leveling the build plate 22

Chapter 2. A THOROUGH LOOK AT THE FLASHPRINT SOFTWARE

A. Overview of the functions 27

Chapter 3. MAKING YOUR FIRST PRINT

A. Overview 43

B. Single & dual-extrusion print 44

B1. Single-extrusion print 44

B2. Dual-extrusion print 45

C. Methods of printing 46

C1. Printing from USB 46

C2. Printing from SD card 49

C3. Printing from Wi-Fi 52

C4. Printing with support 56

Chapter 4. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

A. Getting support 58

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CONTENTS

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WELCOME TO

FLASHFORGE DREAMER

A. How to use this manual

B. The FlashForge Experience & Promise

C. The 3D printing process

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This user manual is divided into four chapter for ease of navigaon and

will use examples based on Microso Windows 7 operang system. The

rst chapter lays out the guide on seng up the Dreamer and preparing

for its rst print. You will learn the ins and outs of FlashPrint soware in

the second chapter. The third poron is the actual prinng and covers

the procedures for various methods of prinng and techniques. The last

chapter includes informaon regarding obtaining support.

Please make sure to read this section carefully prior to setting

up and operating the Dreamer.

• The Dreamer is very sensitive to static electricity, so please make sure

you contact a grounded object before operating the machine.

• Before repairing or making any alterations to the Dreamer, it is

essential that the machine is turned o, and the power cord is

unplugged.

• The Dreamer operates at a very high temperature; allow the nozzle,

extruded plastic and heating plate to cool before touching.

• Certain types of plastic lament may give o a slight odor when

heated. Because of this, the Dreamer should always operate in a well-

ventilated area.

• Do not leave the Dreamer unattended when in operation.

A. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL

PRECAUTION:

Prior to powering on the Dreamer, make sure the power supply switch

is set to 115v if you are located in the United States and Canada. For

other countries, please refer to your country’s AC output voltage.

Failure to do so will damage the mainboard. For instrucons on how

to do this, please refer to page 14.

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The FlashForge Experience

Congratulations on your purchase of the FlashForge Dreamer 3D

desktop printer. You may already had prior experience with other

FlashForge products or know the technology behind 3D printing.

However, we still recommend that you read this manual as it contains

important information helpful to getting the best experience out of the

Dreamer. By following the user manual thoroughly and correctly, you

will be able to make your rst print in no time. If you’d like to go over the

fundamentals of 3D printing and how it works, please read page 7.

The FlashForge Promise

Our team is composed of geeks and makers who are passionate

about 3D printing and want to share this new technology with the

world. We understand the importance of product and service support,

especially the challenges that a new technology may bring along. With

FLASHFORGE USA, you can always expect a close, personal service from

our team of experts.

At FLASHFORGE USA, we understand that 3D printing is a new

technology to many individuals. Our aim is to educate and guide you

through the entire process of 3D printing. With 3D printing, there

are no limits — you can go as far as your imagination takes you. With

the Dreamer, dreams are no longer simply just imaginations. They

can become physical realities that you can hold, touch, and feel. It is

amazing to see a 3D printer turn an idea into real life, layer by layer,

and we are delighted to have you on-board with us to experience this

phenomenon!

B. THE FLASHFORGE EXPERIENCE & PROMISE

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What is 3D Printing?

Simply put, 3D printing is transforming three-dimensional models into

physical objects that you can hold and touch. It is also called additive

manufacturing because the 3D model is created by “adding”layers upon

layers of material until the object is fully formed.

The Technique

Fused lament fabrication is the most common method of 3D printing.

It is also the method that the Dreamer uses. It works by melting plastic

material called lament onto a print surface using high temperature. The

lament solidies after it cools down, which happens instantaneously

after it is extruded from the print head. 3D objects are formed with the

lament laying down multiple layers.

3D Printing Process

3D printing involves three steps: 1.) 3D model design, 2.) Slicing and

exporting the 3D model, and 3.) Making the print

1. Designing the 3D Model: Currently, there are three ways of creating a

3D model.

Designing From Scratch. You can use free CAD (computer aided

design) software such as Google Sketchup, Tinkercad, and Blender

to design your very own 3D model. Or grab a copy of one of the

commercial 3D design software such as AutoCAD, Maya, or Rhino3D.

C. UNDERSTANDING 3D PRINTING IN 3 MINUTES

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3D Scanners. An alternative method to creating a 3D model is to scan

an object. 3D scanners work by digitizing a physical object, collecting

its geometric data, and saving it to a le on your PC. There are also

apps that can turn a mobile device into a 3D scanner.

From the Cloud. The most popular way of obtaining a 3D model is to

download it from websites that allow users to upload 3D models that

they designed.

2. Slicing and Exporting the 3D Model:

A slicing software is required to process and interpret the 3D model

into the language FFF 3D printers understand. The FlashPrint is the

slicing software used for the FlashForge Dreamer.

FlashPrint will slice the 3D model into numerous layers and output

it as a .g le, which is the format read by the Dreamer. The le is then

transferred to the Dreamer by USB cable, SD card, or Wi-Fi.

Making the Print:

Once the output le has been transferred to the Dreamer, it will start

to turn the 3D model into a physical object by laying down layers of

lament.

UNDERSTANDING 3D PRINTING IN 3 MINUTES CONT.

CHAPTER 1.

SETTING UP

THE DREAMER

A. What’s included in the box

B. Unboxing the Dreamer

C. Hardware assembly

D. Loading & unloading lament

E. Leveling the build plate

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A. WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE BOX

FF Expert Kit 3M Blue Painter’s Tape (4) Side Panels

4 GB SD Card Side Fan Duct USB 2.0 Cable

Power Cord (1) ABS Filament

(1) PLA Filament

(2) Filament Spool Holder

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