11.0 Commissioning & Calibration - Reprap Prusa Mendel Build Manual
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Prusa Mendel Kit Build Manual V1.01 - 07/2012
Step 1
Always ensure you Hotend is up to temperature before removing filament (230 for ABS). Turn
off the motors in the Pronterface software (Button Located on the top left hand side). Then
remove the two Sprung bolts in the extruder idler.
11.8 Removing Filament
Step 2
Grip the filament above the extruder and pull up in one swift movement. This ensures the
filament comes out cleanly and no blobs of plastic are left behind. You may find it helpful to
turn the large gear on the extruder in reverse as you pull the filament up.