Dremel 3D40 User Manual

1-844-4DRML3D (1-844-437-6533) www.dremel.com

P.O. Box 081126 Racine, WI 53408-1126

3D40 Idea Builder

Operating/Safety Instructions

Consignes d’utilisation/de sécurité Instrucciones de funcionamiento y seguridad

For English Version

See page 2

Version française

Voir page 37

Versión en español

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IMPORTANT

Read Before Using

IMPORTANT

Lire avant usage

IMPORTANTE

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Safety Symbols....................................................................................2

General Safety Warnings..................................................................3-5

Additional Safety Warnings..................................................................5

Symbols ...............................................................................................5

Dremel Remote and Mobile Services ..................................................5

FCC Compliance .................................................................................6

Information on Intellectual Property .....................................................6

Specifications.......................................................................................7

Resources............................................................................................8

Glossary of Terms.............................................................................8-9

Introduction ........................................................................................10

Kit Contents .......................................................................................10

Unpacking ..........................................................................................11

Getting To Know Your Dremel 3D40.............................................12,13

Touch Screen................................................................................14-20

Initial Setup ........................................................................................21

Getting Started with Your Dremel 3D App .........................................22

Print Studio Software Overview .........................................................23

Getting Ready to Build..................................................................24-28

Building.........................................................................................29-30

Removing Your Object .......................................................................31

Maintenance ......................................................................................32

Troubleshooting .................................................................................33

Best Practices....................................................................................34

Dremel

Consumer Limited Warranty ................................................35

Table of Contents

Safety Symbols

The definitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the

manual and pay attention to these symbols.

This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.

DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate injury.

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Work Area Safety

Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered

or dark areas invite accidents.

Do n o t ope r ate D r emel 3 D40 in t h e presence of flammable liquids, gases or du s t. Dr e mel 3D 4 0 crea t es hig h

temperatures which may ignite the dust or fumes.

Store idle 3D40 out of reach of children and other untrained persons. Injury can

occur in hands of untrained users.

Electrical Safety

Al w ays use the Dre m el 3D40 wit h a properly grounded outlet. Do not modify Dremel 3D40 plug. Improper grounding and

modified plugs increase risk of electric shock.

Do not use Dremel 3D40 in damp or wet locations. Do not expose Dremel 3D40 to rain. Presence of moisture increases risk of

electric shock.

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for pulling or unplugging the Dremel 3D40. Ke ep cor d awa y from hea t, oil , sharp ed g es or mo ving par t s. Da m aged or

entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

Avoid u sing this prod u ct d u ring an electric storm. There may be a remote risk

of a power surge from lightning that may result in electric shock hazard.

In case of emergency unplug Dremel 3D40 from outlet.

Personal Safety

Stay alert, watch what you are doing and us e commo n sense w hen ope ratin g a Dremel 3D40. Do not use Dremel 3D40 while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment

of inattention while operating Dremel 3D40 may result in personal injury.

Use personal protective equipment. The use of protective equipment such as heat re sis tan t glo ves a nd saf ety g las ses w ill reduce the risk of personal injuries.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose

clothes, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.

Dremel 3D40 Use and Care

Before every use check Dremel 3D40 for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition th a t m ay affe c t t he Drem e l 3 D40’s operation. If damage is suspected have the Dremel 3D40 repaired by authorized Dremel service center before use. Use of

Dremel 3D40 when damaged may result in po o r qual ity of objec t crea t ion, furth er equi pment damage, p ro perty damag e or personal injury.

Do not touc h t he ext rude r t ip dur ing Dr emel 3D40 op era tion or until i t has co oled down to at least 6 0°C (14 0°F).

Contact with the extruder tip during or after operation before tip has cooled may result in personal injury.

Set up the Dremel 3D40 in a well-ventilated area. Place Dremel 3D40 printer on flat nonf lamma ble surfa ce a nd away from fl ammab le mater al. Pro vide at least 8 inches of unobstructed spacing around Dremel 3D40. Dremel 3D40 melts plastic

during building. Plastic odors emitted during Dremel 3D40 operation may irritate eyes and airw ays. Locat ing Dremel 3D40 close to su r roun d ing obj e cts pre v ents pr o per ventilation.

Do not reach inside the Dremel 3D40 while it is in operation. Contact with Dremel 3D40

moving parts during operation may result in poor build qu al ity, equipment damage or personal injury.

Always monitor the Dremel 3D40 during operation. Use of Dremel 3D40 by persons

un f amil i ar wit h thes e w arni ngs an d in stru cti ons may r esul t in equ ipm ent or property damage and personal injury.

Read all instructions in this manual and familiarize yourself with the

Dremel 3D40 before setup and use. Failure to comply with the warnings and instructions may result in fire, equipment damage, property damage, or personal injury.

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

SAVE ALL WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING

General Safety Warnings

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Use only DREMEL filament. Use of filament n

ot a utho riz ed by Drem el may res ult in

equipment and property damage.

Ensure small objects created by Dremel 3D40 are not accessible to young children.

Small objects are potential choking hazards for young children.

Do n ot c rea te ill egal or inapprop riate objects using Dremel 3D40.

Do not use Dremel 3D40 to create objects intended for use with candles, liquid fuels, and other heat sources. Plastic may melt

when exposed to fire or other heat sources. Such use of objects created by Dremel 3D40 ma y re sult in fire, p roperty d amage a nd personal injury.

Do not use Dremel 3D40 to create objects intended for food or drink applications such as preparation, decoration, storage, or co nsum p tion . Su c h use of ob ject s

created by Dremel 3D40 may result in illness or personal injury.

Do not use Dremel 3D40 to create objects in t ende d w i th use wit h e lect r ical comp onent s or h ousings of elect rical components. PLA plastic is not suitable for

electrical applications. Such use of objects cr e ated by Drem el 3 D 40 m ay r e sult in property damage and personal injury.

Do not put plastic objects in or around your mouth. PLA plastic is not suitable for

food or drink preparation and food utensils. Such use of objects created by Dremel 3D40 may result in illness or personal injury.

Do not use Dremel 3D40 to create objects intended for chemical storage. PLA plastic

is not suitable for chemical storage. Such use of objects created by Dremel 3D40 may result in property damage and personal injury.

Do not modify Dremel 3D40 or alter factory se t ting s . Modi f icat ions m ay r e sult in

eq u ipme n t and p r oper ty dam age, a n d personal injury.

Do no t ex pose Dr e mel 3D4 0 to temp eratures exceedi ng 7 0°C (158°F) .

Dr e mel 3 D 40 m a y bec o me d a mage d. Dr e mel 3D40 is i nten ded to o pera t e i n temperature between 16-29° C (60 - 85° F).

Do not move or bump Dremel 3D40 or the extruder during operation. The object may

build incorrectly.

Do not change filament spool unless the building process is completed, stopped, or paused. Changing the filament during

bu ildi ng wil l c anc el the o bjec t and may d

amage the extruder.

Do not pull the filament out. Doing so may damage the extruder.

Use extra care not to damage the extruder tip when clearing debris. Dremel 3D40 will

not work properly with damaged extruder tip and will require replacement.

Before ev er y buil d make sure that the build platform is c ov er ed wit h Dremel specified build tape. Use of improper build

tape may result in equipment damage and poor object build quality.

Be aware o f your body position when using hand tools to remove objects from the build platform. Sudden tool slip and

improper body position during object removal from the build platform may result in personal injury.

Avoid scratching the build platform when removing objects. Scratches in the build

platform will result in improper object creation.

Do not drop the build platform. Tempered glass plate may break and result in personal injury.

Do not remove tempered glass plate from plastic holder. Contact with tempered glass

plate edge may result in personal injury.

Do not twist or bend the build platform while removing objects. Tempered glass

plate may separate from plastic holder and result in personal injury.

Dremel is not responsible for structural integrity or utility of objects created using Dremel 3D40. Structural models created by

in e xper i ence d desi g ners ma y resu l t in property damage and personal injury.

Service

Al w ays unpl ug Dre mel 3D4 0 f rom its po wer b efo re per for min g any s erv ice procedures. Failure to do so may result in

personal injury and equipment damage.

Have your Dremel 3D40 serviced only by an authorized Dremel service center using only Dremel replacement parts. This will

ensure that proper operation and safety of Dremel 3D40 is maintained.

Use only Dremel approved materials and components. Use of filament or 3D objects

other than Dremel

approved filament and

ge nuin e Drem el

co mpon ents m ay voi d

warranty.

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This product may contain or discharge chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING

Additional Safety Warnings

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Dremel remote and mobile services provide you with information and services regarding your Dremel 3D products. The type of information provided by Dremel remote and mobile services may chang e from time to t ime. A ll p roduct information and services are provided for your convenience, “As is” and “As Available”.

Dremel does not guarantee that the information or s erv ice s wil l be ava i lab le, a ccu rat e, or reliable, or that product information or services will provide safety in your home. You use all

product information, services, and products at you r dis c reti o n and r isk . T he p r oduc t information and services are not intended as a sub s tit u te fo r dir e ct me ans o f obt a inin g information.

Network connectivity requires an access point and high speed internet connection. Internet service provider charges may apply.

Mobile printing requires a compatible mobile device and data plan. Carrier charges may apply.

Dremel Remote and Mobile Services

Symbols

IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your 3D40. Please study them

and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

Symbol Designation / Explanation

V Volts (voltage)

A Amperes (current)

Hz Hertz (frequency, cycles per second)

Diameter

0 Off position

Alternating current (type or a characteristic of current)

Hot surface hazard symbol. Contact may cause burn. Allow to cool before servicing.

Alerts user to read manual.

This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters Laboratories, to United States and Canadian Standards.

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FCC COMPLIANCE

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide rea s onabl e pr otect i on again s t harmfu l interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful int er ference to radio com m unica t ions. Howev e r, ther e is n o guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cau s e harmf u l i n t erfe r e nce to radio or tel e visio n rece p tion, w hich c an b e determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the inte r fere n ce by one or more of the following measures:

• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

• Inc reas e t h e sepa r atio n b etwe en the

equipment and receiver.

• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a

circ uit differe nt from that to which the receiver is connected.

• Co nsu lt the d eal er or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

Changes and Modifications not expressly approved by the manufacturer or registrant of this equipment can void your authority to ope r ate this equi p ment und e r Federa l Communications Commission’s rules.

INDUSTRY CANADA (IC)

This device complies with Industry Canada’s licence-exempt RSSs. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause interference;

and

(2) This device must accept any interference,

including interference that ma y cause undesired operation of the device.

The device meets the exemption from the routine evaluation limits in section 2.5 of RSS 10 2 and comp lia nce wi th R SS- 102 RF ex pos ure , use rs can obta in Canadian information on RF exposure and compliance.

FCC and IC Compliance

Information on Intellectual Property

The Dremel 3D40 is intended for 3D printing objects from digital files that you create or own, or have the right to print using the Dremel 3D40. When making objects using the Dremel 3D40, it is your responsibility to ensure that you do not infrin ge any th ird party intellectual property rights or violate any applicable laws or regulations, such as U.S. or foreign intellectual property laws.

The Dremel 3D40 may not be used to make objects protec ted by intellectu al property rights owned by third parties without such third parties’ permission. Using the Dremel 3D40 to do any of the following may require the permission of third parties: to make a duplicate or facsimile (in whole or in part) of any object not created by you, to make an object from a digital file you do not own, or to make an object from a scan of a physical

obje ct t hat you did not creat e. I t is y our responsibility to obtain such permission. In some cases, you may not be able to obtain such permission. Where such permission cannot be obtained, you should not 3D print such object, or you do so at your own risk. You may not modi f y, r ever s e e ngin e er, decompile, or disassemble the Dremel 3D40 or it s so ftwa r e or firmw a re, exce p t as permitted by applicable law.

If you use the Dremel 3D40 in any way other th an as rec ommen ded a nd descr ibe d in these Operating/Safety Instructions, you do so at your own risk. Using the Dremel 3D40 to make objects that infringe any intellectual property rights owned by third parties could result in civil or crim inal prosecuti on and penalties, and you could be liable for money damages, fines, or imprisonment.

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Specifications

BUILDING

Extruder: Single extrusion E

xtruder temperature: Up to 230°C (397°F) Operating Interface: 3.5” full color IPS touch screen Maximum Build Volume: 10” x 6” x 6.7” (255mm x 155mm x 170mm) Layer Thickness: 4 mil | 0.004 inches 100 microns | 0.10 mm Filament Colors: See Dremel3D.com for color choices Internal Storage: 4GB External Storage: USB Flash Drive

WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS

Weight (without spool): 16kg (35lbs) Dimensions: 20.25” x 16” x 15.9” (515mm x 406mm x 394mm)

FILAMENT

ONLY works with Dremel 1.75mm filament

FILAMENT STORAGE

All polymers degrade with time. Do not unpack until filament is needed. Filament should be stored at room temperature: 16-29° C (60-85° F) and in dry conditions.

SOFTWARE

Dremel 3D40 comes with complimentary Autodesk Print Studio software for Windows and Mac OSX. This application converts your 3D digital files into buildable files.

SUPPORTED OPERATING SYSTEMS

• Apple

Mac®OS®X v10.9 or later

(

Mavericks)

• Microsoft

Windows®8.1

• Microsoft®Windows®7 SP1

MINIMUM SYSTEM SPECIFICATIONS

• CPU: 64-bit processor (32-bit not supported)

• Memory: 3 GB RAM (4 GB or more recommended)

• Disk space: ~2 GB free disk space for installation

• Display card: 1,024 MB GDDR RAM or more. Microsoft

Direct3D®11 capable

graphics card or higher

• Pointing device: Three-button mouse

ELECTRICAL REQUIREMENTS

3D40 input rating: 100-240V, 47-60Hz,

0.8A-1.8A

OPERATING ENVIRONMENT

Room Temperature: 16-29° C (60 - 85° F) Level workspace Dry workspace environment

16” (406mm)

20.25” (515mm) 15.5” (394mm)

WALL

8” (203mm)

8” (203mm)8” (203mm)

14” (356mm)

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Glossary of Terms

Resources

Resource Description Location

Quick Start Guide

Provides illustrated walkthrough of how to un-box your 3D40 and start building out of the box.

Printed version of the Quick Start Guide is located in the rectangular component carton. It is also available on www.dremel3d.com

Dremel 3D Website

Provides the latest 3D40 software, product information, customer support, and 3D model and project downloads.

www.dremel3d.com

Dremel 3D Customer Support

Contact Dremel for product support, maintenance, and service.

1-844-4DRML3D (1-844-437-6533) www.dremel3d.com

Print Studio Software

Allows you to upload, edit, and build 3D files.

Installed from www.dremel3d.com or from USB flash drive provided with the Dremel 3D40.

Term Definition

Build Platform The flat surface used by your Dremel 3D40 to build objects. The build platform is

comprised of a tempered glass plate with a plastic holder.

Build Platform Clip Clip located at the front of the build platform base that is used to secure the build platform

in place.

Build Tape Adhesive tape that improves the consistency of your objects and helps them stick to the

build plate surface.

Build Volume The three dimensional (3D) amount of space that an object will use once it is completed.

Your Dremel 3D40 has a maximum build volume which means that objects with a larger build volume cannot be built unless they are resized or broken into sub-objects.

Door Your Dremel 3D40 has a door located on the front panel. This allows for easy access to

the build platform, extruder, filament, and your objects. This door is made with a transparent material so you can monitor the progress of your objects while keeping the build environment stable.

Ethernet Port A local area wired networking technology that allow electronic devices to communicate.

Extruder An assembly that uses gears to pull filament through the extruder intake, heat the filament

to the build temperature, and push the heated filament out of the extruder tip.

Extruder Fan A fan used to cool the outer assembly of the extruder and gear motor.

Extruder Fan Baffle A plastic piece that directs air from the extruder fan onto the build platform to assist in

cooling the active build.

Extruder Intake An opening located at the top of the extruder where filament is inserted for building.

Extruder Lever A lever located on the side of the extruder that is used to loosen the grip of the extruder

gear motor.

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Extruder Tip A nozzle located at the bottom of the extruder where heated filament is forced out for

building.

Filament A threadlike strand of plastic material.

Filament Guide Tube A plastic piece that guides the filament from the filament spool through a passage in

the outer housing of your Dremel 3D40.

Filament Jam Sensor A sensor in the extruder that pauses your printer if filament stops extruding properly.

Filament Runout Sensor A sensor in the extruder intake that pauses your printer if it runs out of filament

during a build.

Filament Spool A cylindrical piece on which a long strand of filament is wound for storage and

continuous use.

.G3Drem/.G4Drem A buildable file format compatible with your Dremel 3D40.

Leveling Knobs Knobs located under the build platform base that are used to create proper spacing

between the extruder tip and the build platform.

Leveling Sensor A sensor that detects the height of the build platform and assists in proper leveling.

Lid Your Dremel 3D40 has a pivoting lid on the top. This allows for more access to the

build platform, extruder, filament, and objects when necessary.

Needle Nose Pliers Common tool used to hold small objects and to grab excess material that may be too

hot to touch directly.

OBJ File A common digital file format used in a wide range of 3D model software. This file is

created in 3rd party 3D software or downloaded from Dremel3D.com.

Object Removal Tool A tool used to separate your objects from the build platform.

PLA A bioplastic derived from renewable resources such as corn starch.

Spool Holder A plastic piece located to the left of the build platform inside your Dremel 3D40 build

area that is designed to hold a filament spool.

Spool Door A removable door which locks the filament spool to the spool holder.

Stepper Motor A brushless DC electric motor used to drive the guide rails and extruder gears.

.STL File A common digital file format used in a wide range of 3D model software. This file is

created in 3rd party 3D software or downloaded from Dremel3D.com.

Touch Screen Full color display that is touch activated. It allows you to monitor your Dremel 3D40

and objects while also providing commands directly to your Dremel 3D40 without the use of a computer.

USB Flash Drive A portable memory card used on a wide array of devices.

WIFI A local area wireless networking technology that allow electronic devices to

communicate.

X-Axis Guide Rails A set of rails on either side of the extruder that allow a stepper motor to move the

extruder to the left or right side of the build area.

Y-Axis Guide Rails A set of rails on either side of the build area that allow a stepper motor to move the

extruder to the front or back of the build area.

Z-Axis Guide Rails A set of rails located at the back of the build area that allow a stepper motor to move

the build platform up or down.

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Kit Contents*

Introduction

Welcome to the world of Dremel 3D. Our mission is to mentor you thro ugh the 3D b

uilding process and share best practices for

bringing your ideas to life.

3D building is a process that will involve experimentation and persistence. Thankfully, the Dremel experts are here to make your job easier with online tips and live support.

Dremel 3D40 brings new functionality to Dremel3D such as network connectivity and remote printing. To get started with 3D40 follow the initial setup routine on the touch screen to connect and register the printer.

You can create a user profile by either going to www.dremel3d.com or by downloading the D

rem e l3D mob i l e a ppli c a tion on you r compatible mobile device. Your profile gives you access to high-quality models, support and software downloads, and remote printing services powered by Spark. Once setup and registration is complete you are ready to start building.

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D40 Quick Start Guide

WARNINGWARNING

EAD ALL OPERATING/SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS IN THE MANUAL AND FAMILIARIZE YOURSELF WITH THE

REMEL 3D20 BEFORE SETUP AND USE. FAILURE TO COMPLY WITH THE WARNINGS AND INSTRUCTIONS

AY RESULT IN FIRE, EQUIPMENT DAMAGE, PROPERTY DAMAGE, OR PERSONAL INJURY.

Dremel 3D40 Instruction Manual Quick Start Guide

Filament Spool** Power Cable USB Cable

Build Tape Object Removal Tool USB Flash Drive

Unclog Tool

*Quantities may vary depending on kit.

**Do not store in moist or hot environment.

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1. Place box on table, cut tape, and open.

2. Remove top insert.

3. Remove 3D40 and place on table.

4. Open lid and remove top insert.

5. Raise build plate by lifting from both sides.

6. Open door and remove middle insert.

7. Remove bottom insert.

Tip: Keep packaging for future transportation and storage.

Unpacking

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Getting To Know Your 3D40

1. Lid

2. Extruder

3. Z-Axis Guide rail

4. Door

5. Gripping Handles

6. USB A Port

7. Leveling Knobs

8. Build Platform Clip

9. Touch Screen

10. Build Platform

11. Filament Spool Holder

12. Filament Spool

13. Y-Axis Guide Rail

14. Stepper motor

15. Filament Guide Tube

16. Extruder Lever

17. Filament Guide Clip

18. Extruder Intake

19. Extruder Fan

20. Ribbon Cable

21. X-Axis Guide Rail

22. Leveling Sensor

23. Extruder Tip

24. Power Switch

25. USB B Port

26. Ethernet Port

27. Nameplate

28. Power Input

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Touch Screen

Using your Dremel 3D40 without a computer is easy with the onboard software and full color touch screen.

Before building your model we want to familiarize you with the touch screen menu structure and options.

Observe all provided warnings and safety instructions when using the Dremel 3D40. Failure to do so may result in fire, equipment damage, property

damage or personal injury.

WARNING

BUILD

Tap to select a 3D model and begin build process. (see page 28 for detailed build instructions)

BUILD MENU

Tap Printer, USB Flash Drive, or Print Queue to choose the destination of your desired file.

MODEL MENU

Tap to select the desired model or use arrows to scroll through pages to find your model.

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FILE DETAILS

BUILD – Tap to begin build process.

DELETE – Tap to remove model file from on-printer

storage or USB flash drive.

COPY TO PRINTER – From USB flash drive, tap to copy model file to on-printer storage.

BUILD STATUS

STOP – Tap to cancel the current build process.

PAUSE/PLAY – Tap to pause or resume the current

build process. Pause will allow you to access the filament button.

CHANGE FI LAMENT – Tap to c ha nge fila ment du r ing the curr ent buil d p roc ess to add more filament or change colors.

PRINT QUEUE MENU

BUILD – Tap to view details of next build.

DELETE – Tap to remove next build from queue.

PRINT QUEUE MODEL DETAILS

BUILD – Tap to begin build process.

DELETE – Tap to remove model file from queue.

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FILAMENT

Tap to begin heating and start filament load/change process. (See page 24 for instructions on filament load/change process)

LEVEL

Tap to begin build platform leveling process. (see pa ge 27 for inst ruct ion s o n leve ling t he bui ld platform)

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TOOLS

Tap t o acce ss the foll owin g i ndi v idu a l prin ter functions and settings.

SERVICE

Tap to enter service menu to see customer service contact information.

NETWORK

Tap to enter Network menu to connect or disconnect WiFi and Set Proxy.

CONNECT WIFI – Tap to connect to WiFi.

DISCONNECT WIFI – Tap to turn Wifi off.

SET PROXY – Tap to set manual proxy.

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JOG MODE

Tap to display options to move extruder and build platform along the X, Y, and Z-axis.

CALIBRATE

Tap to move extruder and build platform to zero position.

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SETTINGS

LANGUAGE – Tap to pick alternate menu language.

DISPLAY – Tap to customize cabinet LEDs or main

menu hotkeys.

Z-AXIS OFFSET – Used to calibrate build plate height during assembly.

SOUNDS – Tap to turn 3D40 sounds On/Off.

DE MO MODE – Ta p to tur n ret ail d emo m ode

On/Off.

FACTORY RESET – Tap to remove all information stored on 3D40 and return it to factory defaults.

GET NEW TOKEN – Tap to release current token and get a new token when connected to Wifi or Ethernet.

CHECK FOR UPDATES – Tap to check for new fir m ware ve r s ion whe n co nnect e d to Wifi or Ethernet.

PREHEAT

Tap to automatically begin preheating the extruder for building or removing excess debris.

PURGE – Once extruder is hot, tap to manually extrude filament.

STOP/START – Tap to stop or start preheating.

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ABOUT

Tap to see 3D40 information suc h as fir mware ver s ion, us a g e coun t e r, pr inte r st atus, MA C address, and token.

Indicates that there is an error such as filament empty or door open.

Indicates that Ethernet is connected.

Indicates WiFi signal strength and if connected to WiFi symbol will be blue.

Indicates that the extruder is cool.

Indicates that the extruder is warm.

Indicates that the extruder is hot.

Indicates that the printer is connected to Spark 3D printing services and that it can receive remote commands.

Touch Screen Icons

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Initial Setup

The first time you power on your Dremel 3D40 you will be prompted to perform an i

nitial setup of network, cloud services, and printer registration. Completing this process will give you ac ce ss t o features such a s printing wirelessly from your PC or Dremel3D mobile app, printer sharing amongst your friends and family, notifications of firmware updates, and printer status monitoring.

NOT E : D r e mel3 D mob i l e a p p c a n b e downloaded from the app stores for iOS or Android.

1. To complete initial setup, tap “Yes” when

prompted on the initial setup screen. If you decline this setup you can always setup network and register later.

2. I f you choo s e “ Ye s”, 3D 4 0 w ill

automatically connect to your ethernet (if pl ugged i nto r outer s kip t o step 5) or search for available wireless networks.

3. Choose your wireless network using the

touchs creen. Use the arrow s to scroll th r oug h t he list o f a vail abl e w irel ess

networks. When your wireless network name is highlighted, tap “Accept”.

4. Enter your wireless network password and tap “Accept”.

5. Tap “Yes” to register your 3D40 and write down the token displayed at the bottom of the touchscreen. This token will be used to link your 3D40 to your Dremel3D.com account.

6. Tap “Done” to complete the initial setup process on your printer.

7. V i sit Drem e l3D.c o m or la unch the Dr emel 3D mob ile app and foll ow the prompts to c omplete your user profile creation and 3D40 registration.

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6. Your mobile device is now connected to your 3D40.

5. The last step is to enter the token that was generated by your 3D40 when you connected to Wi Fi or Ethernet. If you did not write this token down it can be found by tapping “Tools”, “About”. Tap “Done” when the token is entered.

4. Mobile functionality on your 3D40 requires connecting to Spark 3D Printing Services, provided by Autodesk®. These services enable your 3D40, mobile device, and Dremel3D profile to be synced. Tap “Connect” to be taken to Spark’s site so you can agree to the terms and conditions.

3. Register your 3D40 by filling in the required information and tapping “Register”. The serial number of your 3D40 is a 9 digit number that can be found near the power cable, it is important to enter this number exactly as it appears on your 3D40.

2. Sign Up by entering the required information, read and agree to the Dremel3D terms and conditions, and tap “Sign Up”. This information can now be used to also log in at www.Dremel3D.com.

The Dremel 3D app allows you to connect to your 3D40 from your mobile device. With the Dremel 3D app you can view models and projects in the Dremel 3D library, send, pause and c

ancel builds, monitor build status, receive push notification updates, and more. Download the Dremel 3D app from your mobile application store and follow the setup steps below to get started.

Getting Started with Your Dremel 3D App

1. After installing and launching the Dremel3D app on your mobile device you will need to Log In with your existing Dremel3D user information or Social Log In or Sign Up to create a new account.

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Printers – Choose you printer type

Settings – Choose your material and build

resolution

Import – Add models to the build plate from file menu or drag and drop

Layout – Arrange models on the build plate, scale, and rotate

Repair – Automatic repair or manual model healing, crop, plane cut, patch holes, and balancing (manual commands recommended for advanced users)

Supports – Cr ea te a ut om at ic or manual supports for parts with overhangs

Preview – Create and view the paths that the extruder will follow when building your part

Print / Export – Send your build directly to your Idea Builder when connected via USB cable or save to you computer to load via USB flash drive

Vi e w C ube – C hoos e t h e s tanda r d orientation that you’d like to view

Object Browser – See a list of all objects on your build plate and turn On/Off automatic supports

Print Studio Software Overview

SETUP

PRINT WORKFLOW

VIEW

Dremel 3D40 is compatible with Autodesk Print Studio which can be installed from the USB flash drive that came with your printer or downloaded from www.dremel3d.com. Print Studio a

llows you to import, edit, and build 3D files. The overview below highlights the key controls, while additional support resources are available in the HELP menu.

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Obs e rve all pr ovide d war n ings and safet y

nstructions when using the Dremel 3D40.

Failure to do so may result in fire, equipment damage, property damage or personal injury.

Do not touch the extruder

tip du r ing opera t i on or until it has cooled down to at least 60°C (140°F). Contact with the extruder tip during

or after operation before tip has cooled may result in personal injury.

Use only DREMEL filament.

Us e of fil a ment not au t hori z ed by D reme l may r esul t in equipment and property damage.

Do n ot pul l the f ila ment

out. Doing so may damage

the extruder.

LOADING/CHANGING FILAMENT

1. S ta rt filament load /c ha nge proc es s by

tapping “Filament” button on touchscreen. Extruder will move to front right corner of print area and extruder tip will begin to heat.

2. A fter extruder stops moving, open the 3D40 Lid for better access to extruder.

3. If existing filament is loaded, cut existing fi lamen t near ext ruder i ntake a nd tap “Next” button on touchscreen.

4. Remove Spool door by rotating it counter clockwise and remove existing spool if one is present, see figure 1.

Getting Ready to Build

WARNING

Open

WARNING

Filament

Guide Tube

Spool

Holder

FIG. 1

CAUTION

WARNING

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5. Thread tip of new filament through guide tub e , pl a ce spool on spool hol d e r, replace spool door by aligning locking tabs and rotating clockwise, see figure 1. Tap “Next” on touchscreen.

6. If changing existing filament, 3D40 will automatically purge existing filament.

7. When Feed Filament screen appears, tap “Ne x t” on touch s creen and thr e a d filament com in g fr om g ui de t ub e in to ext rude r i n take unti l e xtru d er feed s through on its own, see figure 2.

8. Filament will be drawn into the extruder and begin to exit from the hot extruder tip.

NOTE: Your Dremel 3D40 was tested by bui l ding ob j ects be f ore l e a ving th e factory. These test objects ma y have

been made with a different filament color than you are using. Therefore, a small amount of filament may be remaining in the extruder.

9. W h e n n e w f i lame n t a p p ears fr o m extruder tip, tap “done” on touchscreen to complete filament load process, return to mai n menu , and calib r ate extr u d er. Carefully remove excess filament without touching hot extruder tip. If necessary, carefully remove debris from extruder tip with needle nose pliers.

Use ext r a ca r e no t to

da m age the extr uder tip when clearing debris. Dremel 3D40 will not work properly with a damaged extruder tip and will require replacement.

10. Close 3D40 lid and door.

FilamentGuide Tube

Filament

Guide

FIG. 2

CAUTION

Extruder

Intake

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PREPARING BUILD PLATFORM

Do not drop t h e buil d platform. Tempered glass

plate may break and result in personal injury.

Do not remove tempered gl ass pla te fro m plas tic

holder. Contacting with tempered glass plate

edge may result in personal injury.

Bef o re every bu ild m a k e

sure that the build platform is covered with Dremel specified build tape. Use o f improper build tape may result in equipment damage and poor object build quality.

1. If build platform is installed, remove by

pinching the clip located at the front of the build platform and lifting the build platform off the base, figure 3.

2. Remove adhesive liner from Build Tape

and place Build Tape over Build Platform. Fo r b est r esul ts, a pply B uil d Tape a t center of Build Platform first and smooth out w ard t o remo v e any a i r bubbl e s, figure 4.

3. Install the build platform using the build

platform clips.

Build Tape

Build

Platform

FIG. 4

FIG. 3

CAUTION

WARNING

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LEVELING BUILD PLATFORM

Do not touch the extruder

tip durin g Dreme l 3D40 operation or until it has cooled down to 60°C (140°F). Contact with the extruder tip

du rin g o r aft er ope rat ion bef ore tip has cooled may result in personal injury.

It is important you level the build platform every time you re pl ac e the build ta pe o r reinstall the build platform to ensure that the build platform is evenly spaced fro m the extruder head. Make sure to remove any air bubbles from between the build platform and the build tape. Not leveling the build platform or eliminating air bubbles may cause objects to not build properly.

1. Make sure you have placed Build Tape on

Build Platform and no objects are present. Applying Build Tape after leveling may effect the consistency of your object.

2. Tap “Level” on 3D40’s touchscreen.

3. The extruder and build platform will move

into position to level the build platform. 3D40 will f ir st check level at the back ce nte r of the b uil d p lat for m. The t wo knobs under the build platform are used to raise and lower the build platform on the left and righ t. The extruder contains a sensor that detects if the bed is level, no additional tools are necessary.

4. The touchscreen will indicate if your build

platform is too high or too low. If the build platform is too high, adjust the appropriate knob by rotating right until you hear a “beep” and the touchscreen indicates that it is ready to verify that the bed is level.

5. If the build platform is too low, adjust the kn ob by rot ati ng lef t unt il you hea r a “beep” and the touchscreen indicates that it is ready to verify that the bed is level.

6. Tap “Verify” to check the bed level. If fur t her a d just m e nt i s ne e d ed t h e touchscreen will indicate the direction, if the level is correct, the extruder will move to the next point and the level process can be repeated.

7. Repeat steps 4-6 for the second position, when you bed is fully level the extruder will automatically move to the calibration pos i tion a nd c o mple t e the level i ng process.

WARNING

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Obs e rve all pr ovide d war n ings and safet y

instructions when using the Dremel 3D40.

Failure to do so may result in fire, equipment damage, property damage or personal injury.

Do not reac h insi de the Dremel 3D40 while it is in

operation. Contact with Dremel 3D40 moving

parts during operation may result in poor build quality, equipment damage or personal injury.

NOTE : Your Dreme l 3D40 will bu ild tes t objects before leaving the factory. These test objects may have been made with a different filament color than you are using. Therefore,

a small amount of filament may be remaining in the extruder. The start of your first object may have some of this filament color until it transitions over to your filament color.

You have several options when building on your 3D40:

1) On-Printer Storage

2) USB Flash Drive

3) Online Print Queue

4) Computer

WARNING

CONNECTING USB CABLE

1. Ensure 3D40 power switch is in the off position.

2. Connect the included USB cable to your 3D40 and computer, figure 5.

3. Open software.

4. Tur n y our D remel 3D4 0 on usi ng the power switch to sync your computer to your Dremel 3D40.

CONNECTING ETHERNET

1. Ensure 3D40 power switch is in the off position.

2. P l u g e t hern e t c a b le i nto your 3D40, figure 6.

3. Tur n y our D remel 3D4 0 on usi ng the power switch. Ethernet connection should be detected automatically. Tap “Accept” to confirm connection.

USB

FIG. 5

Ethernet

FIG. 6

Building

WARNING

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BEFORE YOU BUILD

1. Ensure an adequate amount of filament is loaded (see page 24).

TIP: You can determine whether you have enough filament to complete your object before building by comparing the length of filament needed as disp la ye d by P rint Studio to the length of filament on spool indicated by the length gauge.

If 3D40 runs out of filament during a build, it will pause until more filament is added.

2. Ensure build tape is applied, build platform is level and clear of objects.

BUILDING FROM

ON-PRINTER STORAGE

1. On the main menu tap “Build”.

2. On the build menu tap the printer icon.

3. Tap the model file you would like to build. (Use arrows to scroll through pages)

4. In the model detail page tap “Build” to begin building process.

5. Your 3D40 will first align the extruder and build platform to their zero positions then the level sensor will lightly touch the build pl atf orm t o com ple te ali gnment. You r extruder tip will begin to heat which may ta ke a few min ute s. Onc e the p roper temperature is reached your model will begin to build.

6. Once your object is finished your 3D40 will automatically align the extruder and build platform to their calibration positions and cool the extruder tip.

7. Wait until the touch screen indicates that th e ext rud er is “co ol” t o rem ove your object. See section for removing object fro m build platf o rm b e low for o b ject removal instructions.

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BUILDING FROM USB FLASH DRIVE

1. On main menu tap “Build”.

2. Tap USB icon to access contents of USB flash drive.

3. F ollow s teps 3-7 fro m Build f rom OnPrinter storage to complete build fr om USB flash drive.

BUILDING FROM PRINT QUEUE

If your 3D40 is registered and added to your Dremel3D profile, you can send Builds from your web browser at www.Dremel3D.com or by using the Dremel3D mobile app for iOS or Android.

1. If your 3D40 is displaying the Print Queue notification tap “Build” in the notification window to access the Print Queue. If you choose “Decline” you can later access your Print Queue by tapping “Build” then “Print Queue”.

2. In the Print Queue menu you can choose to “Build” the next model in the queue or “Delete” it and advance to the next model.

3. I n M ode l D eta i ls tap “Bu ild” t o b egi n building process or “Delete” to remove the file.

BUILD FROM COMPUTER

Dremel 3D40 is compatible with Print Studio from Autodesk. Follow the instructions that came with this software to complete a Build from your computer.

CANCELING YOUR BUILD ON 3D40

To cancel your object during preheating or building, tap “Stop” on the touch screen. If you conf irm “Yes” the extruder and bu il d pla t form will move to their cali b ratio n positions.

USB Flash

Drive

FIG. 7

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