METAL X PRINTER USER GUIDE
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REPLACING WIPING STATION BRUSHES
Supplies
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2mm hex key
The wiping station brushes wear down asymmetrically, with the bristles closest to the print head wearing most
quickly. When a brush is half-worn, it should be turned around in its bracket to make use of the remaining
bristles. Note that the metal and release nozzles have dedicated brushes; do not swap them after use.
1.
Cool down the machine and lower the print bed to reduce the risk of burns during brush replacement.
2.
Loosen the screws attaching the wiping station to the printer frame.
Note: One or two turns will suffice. Do not remove the screws.
3.
Lift the wiping station from its mounting screws and remove it from the machine.
4.
Using a 2mm hex key, unscrew and remove the brush bracket from the wiping station. Set the two screws
aside.
5.
If the brushes are only half worn, turn them around and reinstall them in the bracket. If they’re completely
worn, remove them from the bracket and dispose of them, then install new brushes in the bracket.
6.
Reinstall the brush bracket using the two (2) M3 button head cap screws and a 2mm hex key.
7.
Securely mount the wiping station by sliding it over the mounting screws, then pushing the station down
and tightening the screws.
