snapmaker A250 User guide

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QUICK START GUIDE

MAKE SOMETHING WONDERFUL

Make Something Wonderful

Three years ago, when we were designing
the Snapmaker Original, we broke the
rules of traditional desktop 3D printers and
created the first modular 3-in-1 3D printer
on the market. At first, The Verge and a lot
of other reviewers doubted that “Snapmaker
is an upcoming Kickstarter project with a
lofty goal: to be the holy trinity for at-home
makers by using detachable modules to
convert between a 3D printer, a CNC carver,
and a laser engraver,” and that “At the price

that Snapmaker is selling, it’s possible the
whole thing is too good to be true.” We
knew people had a lot of uncertainty about
our project and were hesitant to back us
because of the complexity of designing
and making such a product. Despite all the
doubts, we worked hard on pushing the
boundaries of possibility, and we eventually
made the impossible possible. Not only did
we fulfill all the rewards, but we also sold
over 10,000 units all over the world in 2018.

Welcome to
the World

of Making

And in 2019, we launched the Snapmaker

2.0. We went beyond our limits once again.
Our goal is to build a system behind our
modular 3D printers and give you the best
maker tools that can work for all your
projects. As creatives, we all desire to make
something wonderful and creativity makes
us feel alive. The Snapmaker 2.0 will help you
turn your idea into reality. This Quick Start
Guide will guide you through your maker
journey and take you from building your own

3D Printer, Laser Cutter, and CNC Carver to
making your first creations utilizing all these
modules.Congratulations on becoming part
of the Snapmaker community! Thousands
of people like you are using the Snapmaker
to explore, make, and share in the world of
making. We believe that wonderful things
will happen when creative minds meet the
ideal tools. Have fun making and see you in
our community!

Team Snapmaker

Happy Making

This machine is built for innovators. Our goal is to assist
you to make the world a better place with a machine
we built with love. The project could be as small as a
Christmas gift, or as ambitious as exploring unknown
territories of our mankind. Dream big and make it happen.

Modular System

Snapmaker is not only a 3D printer, but also a powerful
machine that you can customize with addons. You can
equip your Snapmaker with an enclosure to protect
you and your family from laser and contaminants. New
addons are coming soon with more exciting features.
Please stay tuned.

CONTENTS

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Before You Start

Machine Assembly

3D Printing

Laser Engraving and Cutting

CNC Carving

BEFORE

YOU

START

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Before You Start

Copyright © 2020 Snapmaker. All rights reserved.

This language version of the manual is verified by the manufacturer (Original Instruction). No part of this

publication, including pictures may be reproduced or made public, whether by printing, photocopying, microfilm

or by any other means whatsoever, without the prior written permission of Snapmaker.

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1.1 Disclaimer

Please read and understand the contents of the manual of this product carefully. Failure to read the manual

may lead to personal injury, inferior results or damage to the Snapmaker products. Always make sure that

anyone who uses this product knows and understands the contents of this manual to make the most out of it.

This manual is provided for reference purposes only, we do not warrant the accuracy or completeness of the

information provided by this manual. We reserve the right to modify or revise this manual in our sole discretion

at any time without notice, users can download the most up-to-date version of this manual on our official

website.

When making objects using Snapmaker products, users remain responsible to ensure that they do not infringe

any third party intellectual property rights or violate any applicable laws or regulations. The conditions or

methods used for assembling, handling, storage, use, maintaining or disposal of this product are beyond

our control. For this reason, we do not assume responsibility and expressly disclaim liability for loss, injuries,

damage, or expense arising out of or in any way connected with the assembly, handling, storage, use,

maintaining or disposal of this product.

1.2 Intended Use

Snapmaker modular 3D printers come with improved 3-in-1 capabilities for 3D printing, laser engraving or

cutting, and CNC carving. Snapmaker modular 3D printers are the ideal choice for beginners, hobbyists who

prefer more customized options, as well as engineers and designers who want to make large objects or fine

parts with outstanding fabrication quality. Snapmaker modular 3D printers are intended for use under the

guidelines provided in the product manual. When making objects using Snapmaker modular 3D printers, users

remain responsible to qualify and validate the application of the created object for its intended use, especially

for applications in strictly regulated areas like medical devices and aeronautics.

1.3 Safety and Compliance

General Safety Information

- Always operate this machine indoors on a solid horizontal table or workbench.

- Do not expose this machine to rain or wet conditions.

- Keep children and bystanders away while operating this machine. It requires the supervision and

assistance of an adult when children use this machine.

- Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating this machine. Do not use this

machine while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication.

- Do not reach inside the machine or touch the moving parts while the machine is still in operation, as it may

cause injury.

- Do not leave the machine unattended while it is still on.

In all EU member states, operation of 5150-5250 MHz is restricted to indoor use only.

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Before You Start

Turn off the machine immediately and stop using this product, if any of the following occurs:

- You smell burning in this machine at any point.

- The machine stops working.

- You see any damage to the interior components of this machine.

- Unusual lights, sparks, or sounds come out of this machine which were not occurring previously.

3D Printing Safety

- Do not touch the nozzle, Print Sheet and Heated Bed when the machine is printing or heating.

- Always unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before performing maintenance or modifications.

- Set up the printer in a well-ventilated place when printing with ABS. The melting of some materials may

release toxic fumes.

Laser Safety

- The Laser Module is a class 4 laser product. You should operate the Laser Module only if you have

sufficient knowledge of (i) the physical properties of laser radiation, (ii) Laser Hazard Classes and

associated health implications, and (iii) safety measures.

- This laser product should be used exclusively for recreational purposes.

- Operate the machine with an enclosure covered and wear the Laser Safety Goggles.

- Never expose yourself to the laser beam. Proper use and care of the Laser Module are essential to safe

operation.

- Operate the Laser Module in a well-ventilated place or with an air filter. The melting of some materials may

release toxic fumes

- Always unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before performing maintenance or modifications.

- Remove any reflective material from the work area underneath the Laser Module, as it can cause scattered

radiation.

The laser safety goggles block direct, reflected, and scattered laser

beams and radiation with the wavelength between 190 and 540

nanometers (nm) and the optical density higher than 6 (OD 6+), from

entering your eyes, thus providing protection while you operate with

the Laser Module.

The lenses might be burned when subjected to high energy laser

beams, and if this happens, you must stop using the damaged

goggles and use a new pair. Also, due to the qualities of polycarbonate

which is used to synthesize the lenses, you should use PH neutral

detergent or water to clean them and avoid scraping them.

CNC Safety

- For experienced users and users aged 18 and above.

- Operate the machine with an enclosure covered and wear the CNC Safety Goggles.

- Always have the material securely clamped. Never attempt to hold the workpiece with your hands

throughout the CNC carving process.

- Always unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before performing maintenance or modifications.

- If the bit or workpiece become jammed or bogged down, turn off the machine immediately. Wait for all

moving parts to stop and unplug the cable, and then work to free the jammed material.

- -Do not touch the bit or collet after use, as doing so can cause burn hazards.

- Discharge from CNC carving and cutting contains chemicals known to cause cancer and harm to reproductive

system. To reduce exposure, operate the CNC Module in a well-ventilated place and take safety precautions

such as wearing an N-95 mask.

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FCC Compliance

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 reasonable protection against harmful

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 interference

to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular

installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be

determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by

one or more of the following measures:

- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio / TV technician for help.

Caution: Any changes or modifications to this device not explicitly approved by manufacturer could void your

authority to operate this equipment.

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,

including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This

equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator & your body.

ISEDC Compliance

This device complies with Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada License exempt RSS

standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

(1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,

including inter ference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d' Innovation, Sciences et Développement économique Canada

applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes :

(1) l'appareil nedoit pas produire de brouillage, et(2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage

radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement.

The device is compliance with RF exposure guidelines, users can obtain Canadian information on RF exposure

nd compliance. The minimum distance from body to use the device is 20cm.

Le présent appareil est conforme Après examen de ce matériel aux conformité ou aux limites d’intensité

de champ RF, les utilisateurs peuvent sur l’exposition aux radiofréquences et compliance d’acquérir les

informations correspondantes. La distance minimale du corps à utiliser le dispositif est de 20cm.

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1.4 Labels on Your Snapmaker

Safety Labels Hazard Warning Location

IEC 60825

Hot surface

Sharp objects

Laser radiation

Avoid contact with hot

surface.

Take care to avoid injury

from sharp objects (e.g.

CNC Bits).

Class 4 laser product.

Avoid eyes and skin

exposure to direct or

scattered radiation.

On the 3D Printing

Module, Print Sheet

and Heated Bed

On the CNC Module

On the Laser Module

FDA

IEC 60825

FDA

Laser aperture

Laser radiation is emitted

On the Laser Module

from this aperture.

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1.5 Specifications

General

Frame Material

Connectivity

Touchscreen

Software

Supported File Types

Supported OS

Rated Power

3D Printing

Build Volume

Heated Bed Temperature

Layer Resolution

Nozzle Temperature

Nozzle Diameter

Supported Materials

Aluminum Alloys

Wi-Fi, USB Cable, USB Disk

5”TFT, Android System

Snapmaker Luban and third-party software

.stl, .obj, .svg, .jpeg, .png, more formats to be added

MacOS, Windows, Linux

320 W

A150: 160 x 160 x 145 mm

A250: 230 x 250 x 235 mm

A350: 320 x 350 x 330 mm

A150: Up to 110°C

A250: Up to 100°C

A350: Up to 80°C

50 - 300 microns

Up to 275°C

0.4 mm

PLA, ABS, TPU, Wooded PLA, etc.

Laser

Work Area

Laser

Wavelength

Safety Class

Supported Materials

CNC

Work Area

Shank Diameter

Spindle Speed

Supported Materials

A150: 160 x 160 mm

A250: 230 x 250 mm

A350: 320 x 350 mm

1,600 mW 450 nm Laser Diode

450 nm

Class 4

Wood, leather, plastic, fabric, paper, nontransparent acrylic, etc.

A150: 160 x 160 x 90 mm

A250: 230 x 250 x 180 mm

A350: 320 x 350 x 275 mm

0.5 mm - 6.35 mm (0.02 - 0.25 inches)

6,000 - 12,000 RPM

Wood, acrylic, PCB, carbon fiber sheet, jade, etc.

Note: Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

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1.6 Parts List

Linear Module x 5

3D Printing Module x 1 Laser Module x 1 CNC Module x 1

Z-Axis Holder x 2Converter x 2

Heated Bed x 1

Print Sheet x 1

CNC Carving Platform x 1

Laser Engraving/Cutting Platform x 1

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Platform x 1

Material Bag x 1

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Quick Start Guide x 1

Power Module x 1

Laser Safety Goggles x 1

CNC Safety Goggles x 1

Fixture Accessory x 4

Arched Fixture x 4

Filament Holder Sheet x 1

Filament Holder Tube x 1 Tool Box x 1

USB Cable x 1

Touchscreen x 1

DC Power Cable x 1

AC Power Cable x 1

Touchscreen Holder x 1

Controller x 1

Filament x 1

Toolhead Cable x 1

Base Plate x 1

Z Conversion Cable x 1Y Conversion Cable x 1

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Tool Box

M4 x 30 Screw x 12

M4 x 70 Screw x 4

Divider x 6 Cable Holder x 1 Steel Strip Adjustor (For

Tweezers x 1

M4 x 10 Hex Socket

Head Screw x 17

Wing Nut x 4

M4 x 8 Screw x 68 M4 x 10 Hex Flat Head Screw

Foot x 4 + M4 x 10 Hex Socket

Head Screw x 4

Maintenance) x 1

Ball End Mill x 1Flat End Mill x 1

x 22

ER11 Collet (Only for 3.175 mm

CNC Bits) x 1 + ER11 Nut x 1

Hot End Kit x 1

Cable Tie x 1

Silicone Plug x 8

Diagonal Pliers x 1

USB Disk x 1

Palette Knife x 1

Material Bag

17mm Open-End Wrench x 1

14mm Open-End Wrench x 1

Screwdriver x 1

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Wiping Cloth x 1CNC Material x 1 Laser Material x 2 Calibration Card x 2

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1.7 Video Tutorials

Apart from this Quick Start Guide, we also make video tutorials. Read this guide to finish assembly, and if you

are feeling adventurous, tricks that are not included in this guide can be found in the video tutorials. Visit our

website at https://support.snapmaker.com/hc/en-us-> select Snapmaker 2.0 -> Go to Video Tutorial.

1.8 Used Symbols

CAUTION

NOTE

TIPS

Ignoring this type of message might result in malfunction or damage of the
machine and injuries to users.

Details you should be aware of throughout the process.

Tips offer you convenient operations and additional options.

Make sure that the highlighted part is facing the right way.

Do not tighten the screws when this symbol appears. Always tighten the
screws when it is absent.

1.9 Get the Screwdriver Ready

The screwdriver head H 2.5 is used for assembling the machine. The other heads are used for maintenance.

Make sure the screw head holder has been put back inside of the handle before use.

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Machine Assembly

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ASSEMBLY

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Machine Assembly

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Attach the feet to the Base Plate.

M4 x 10 Hex Socket Head

Screw x 4

Foot x 4

Base Plate x 1

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Make sure the sliders are aligning with each other. If not, you can move
them to the same position as illustrated.

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Hold the linear modules carefully to prevent them from falling.

1

2

DONE!

Linear Module x 2

Do not press the steel strip.

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Attach the Y axes to the Platform. Do not tighten the screws until Step 5.

M4 x 8 Screw x 8

Make sure to assemble the
Platform in correct orientation.

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Platform x 1

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Attach the Y axes to the Base Plate.

M4 x 8 Screw x 16

Make sure the Y-axis Linear Modules are accurately
mounted onto the grooves of the Base Plate.

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Tighten the screws on the Y-axis sliders.

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If the screws on the sliders are not aligning with the screw holes on the Base Plate, move the
Platform to the proper position.

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Attach the Z-axis Holders to the Base Plate.

Z-axis Holder x 2

M4 x 8 Screw x 8

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Attach the Touchscreen Holder to the Base Plate.

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Touchscreen Holder x 1

M4 x 8 Screw x 2

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Thread the connecting cables through the holes of the holders, and then attach
the Z axes to the Z-axis Holders. Do not tighten the screws until Step 12.

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Linear Module x 2

2

M4 x 8 Screw x 12

1

1

2

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Machine Assembly

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Install the screws to the bottom of the Z axes. Do not tighten the screws
until Step 13.

M4 x 8 Screw x 8

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From the middle, move the Platform to the position as illustrated. Then move the
Z-axis sliders to the farthest end.

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12

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Machine Assembly

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Attach the X axis to the sliders on the Z axes.

Linear Module x 1

M4 x 8 Screw x 8

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Tighten the screws that are used to attach the Z axes to the Z-axis Holders.

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Tighten the screws to the bottom of the Z axes.

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Put your hands at each end of the linear module, and then move the X
axis to the top.

Make sure both ends of the linear module are in horizontal alignment with each other
throughout the process.

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Machine Assembly

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Locate the Y Conversion Cable, and the attached cable on both of the two
Y axes as illustrated. Connect them to the Converter.

Converter x 1

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Y Conversion Cable x 1

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Attach the Y-axis Converter to the Base Plate.

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M4 x 30 Screw x 4

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Machine Assembly

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Locate the Z Conversion Cable, and the attached cable on both of the two
Z axes as illustrated. Connect them to the Converter.

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Converter x 1

Z Conversion Cable x 1

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Attach the Z-axis Converter to the Base Plate.

You can use the Cable Tie to organize the cables.

M4 x 30 Screw x 4

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Attach the Controller to the Z axis.

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Controller x 1

M4 x 30 Screw x 4

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Open the dust plugs, and then connect the X, Y and Z axes with the Controller.

Toolhead Add-on 1 Add-on 2

X axis

Y axis

Z axis

Add-on 3 Heated Bed Power

Screen

USB

Make sure the connectors are in the right direction.

Keep the protective dust plugs
on the unplugged slots. Dust
accumulation may seriously
affect the performance of the
Controller.

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Machine Assembly

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Place the Touchscreen, and then connect the Touchscreen with the Controller.

Touchscreen x 1

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Connect the cables for the Power Module.

Do not connect or disconnect any cables
when the machine is powered on.

Power Module x 1 AC Power Cable x 1DC Power Cable x 1

Make sure the power switch
is in the Off position.

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Machine Assembly

Absolutely amazing!

You have successfully assembled the
machine body. Now just select one function
to complete the assembly and bring your
first job into the world!

3D Printing

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Laser Engraving

and Cutting

CNC Carving

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3D Printing

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3D Printing

3.1 Assembly

3.1.1 Assemble the 3D Printer

3.1.2 Initial Setup

3.2 Get Started

3.2.1 Calibrate the Bed

3.2.2 Load Filament

3.3 Start Printing

3.3.1 Prepare the G-code File

3.3.2 Start Your First Print

3.3.3 Remove the Print

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3D Printing

3.1.1 Assemble the 3D Printer

Guides & Pictures / Snapmaker

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Attach the 3D Printing Module to the slider on the X axis.

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3D Printing Module x 1

M4 x 8 Screw x 4

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Make sure the power switch
is in the Off position.

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Connect the 3D Printing Module with the Controller.

02

Toolhead Cable x 1

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3D Printing

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03

Attach the Filament Holder to the Z axis.

M4 x 10 Hex Socket Head Screw x 1

Filament Holder Tube x 1

Filament Holder Sheet x 1

1:1

M4 x 10 Hex Socket Head
Screw x 2

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Attach the Heated Bed to the Platform.

1:1

M4 x 10 Hex Flat Head Screw x 14

Heated Bed x 1

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05

Place the Print Sheet.

Make sure the Heated Bed is contamination-free before you place the Print Sheet.

Make sure the Print Sheet aligns perfectly with the Heated Bed.

Print Sheet x 1

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Connect the Heated Bed with the Controller.

Toolhead Add-on 1 Add-on 2

Add-on 3 Heated Bed Power

Heated Bed

Screen

USB

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3D Printing

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Attach the Cable Holder to the Z axis, and then lock the Toolhead Cable into place.

Cable Holder x 1

M4 x 8 Screw x 2

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Make sure there is enough cable length
for the toolhead to move.

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3.1.2 Initial Setup

Guides & Pictures / Snapmaker

Plug the AC Power Cable into an electrical outlet. Switch the power on and follow the prompts on the

touchscreen: Read the Terms -> Name the Machine -> Connect to a Wi-Fi Network.

It is recommended to wait for 5 seconds after you restart your machine.

Skip this step if you have
completed the initial setup.
If you need to change the
settings above, swipe left
on the homepage of the
Touchscreen -> select

Settings -> tap Wi-Fi or
About Machine as needed.

The initial guide, which
helps you get started, will
appear only once. If you
need to launch it again,
swipe left on the homepage
of the Touchscreen -> select
Settings -> tap Guides.

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3D Printing

3.2.1 Calibrate the Bed

Guides & Pictures / Snapmaker

How It Works: Auto Leveling

The 3D Printing Module conducts a leveling procedure, with the sensor measuring the distance between the

nozzle and the Heated Bed at specific points. The movements of the extruder are adjusted to ensure that the

nozzle and the Heated Bed are at an optimum distance throughout the printing process.

How It Works: Adjusting the Z Offset

Z O󽗈set is the distance between the tip of the nozzle and the print surface. Adjusting the Z O󽗈set is the
process of tweaking the height of the nozzle by tiny increments. A proper Z O󽗈set value helps ensure the
󽗉rst layer of your print sticks to the Print Sheet.

0.1 mm

Filament

Print Sheet

Too Low Too High

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How to Level

1. Run the Auto Leveling procedure on the touchscreen.

2. Place the Calibration Card or a piece of A4 paper between the nozzle and the Heated Bed, and manually

calibrate the Z Offset for the last point.

3. Keep adjusting the height of the nozzle using Up and Down buttons, until you feel slight resistance when you

pull out the Calibration Card, and it should be wrinkled when you push it forward. Tap Save to save the calibration

settings.

Slight Resistance

Wrinkled Calibration Card

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3D Printing

3.2.2 Load Filament

Guides & Pictures / Snapmaker

How It Works: Filament Loading

The motor drives the filament into the extruder, where the filament extrudes through the nozzle after being

heated by the heated block.

How to Load Filament

1. Hang the provided PLA filament over the Filament Holder. Cut the bending end of the filament using the

diagonal pliers, and then insert the filament into the 3D Printing Module.

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2. Tap Start on the Load Filament screen. After the temperature reaches the target temperature, tap Load and

then gently push the filament into the 3D printing module until you can feel the motor pulling the filament in.

You can change the target Nozzle Temp by sliding the scale bar.

3. Clean the nozzle using the tweezers, and tap Done.

If no filament is coming out of the nozzle, do not tap Done until you repeat the steps above
and the filament extrudes successfully.

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3D Printing

Congratulations!

You are now ready to print. Please continue to
generate the G-code file.

When you need to change the filament, select Controls and Nozzle. After the
temperature reaches the target temperature, tap Unload and pull the filament out
of the module.

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3.3.1 Prepare the G-code File

Guides & Pictures / Snapmaker

1. Install the Software and Complete the Initial Setup

Download our software the Snapmaker Luban at https://www.snapmaker.com/download and install. Then

connect to a Wi-Fi network: Enter the Workspace -> Connection -> Select Wi-Fi -> Click -> Select your
machine -> Click Open -> Tap Yes on the Touchscreen.

2. Generate the G-code File and Send It to the Machine

① Load the test 󽗉le -> ② Use the default settings speci󽗉cally con󽗉gured for the test 󽗉le -> ③ Generate the
G-code 󽗉le -> ④ Load G-code to Workspace -> ⑤ Send G-code to the machine via Wi-Fi.

You can also upload your own files by clicking Open File and configure the file settings. For
detailed instructions, refer to our online User Manual.

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Files sent by Wi-Fi can be found on the Touchscreen: Files > Local.

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4

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You can also send the G-code files to the machine via the USB disk. Click Export G-code to file
in the Snapmaker Luban and save it to the USB disk. Then insert the USB disk into the Controller
and select Files > USB on the Touchscreen.

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3D Printing

3.3.2 Start Your First Print

Guides & Pictures / Snapmaker

After receiving the G-code file, tap Yes

and Start on the Touchscreen to start

printing. The first layer of the print

is key to print success. To prevent

damage we recommend that you keep

an eye on your print, especially while

the first layer is being laid out.

If you need to adjust
settings, you can either
tap Adjust Settings
prior to printing or swipe
left on the printing
progress screen.

If poor adhesion occurs, swipe left on the printing progress screen and try adjusting the Z Offset. Or you can

try leveling the Heated Bed again by selecting Calibration. Make sure the tip of the nozzle is clean before you

calibrate the bed.

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3.3.3 Remove the Print

Guides & Pictures / Snapmaker

Wait for the temperatures of the nozzle and the Heated Bed to drop to room temperature (displayed on the
Touchscreen) . Remove the Print Sheet from the Heated Bed and bend it slightly.

The nozzle and the Heated Bed are still extremely hot right after printing.

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3D Printing

Remove the Print Sheet from the Heated Bed, and place it down on a stable and flat surface.
You can also use the palette knife to remove the print.

The palette knife is sharp.

Share!

Share your prints in our
Facebook group and our
forum.

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Filament Runout Recovery & Power-Loss Recovery

Your printer supports filament runout recovery and power-loss recovery, so there is no need to worry about

resuming printing anymore! When the filament runs out, tapReady to Loadand load new filament to resume

printing. In case of power-loss, tapRecover to resume printing after the power has been restored.

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Laser Engraving and Cutting

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Laser Engraving

and Cutting

4.1 Assembly

4.1.1 Assemble the Laser Engraver and Cutter

4.1.2 Initial Setup

4.2 Get Started

4.2.1 Measure the Focal Length

4.2.2 Calibrate the Camera

4.2.3 Fasten the Material

4.3 Prepare the G-code File and Start Cutting

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4.1.1 Assemble the Laser Engraver and Cutter

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Attach the Laser Module to the slider on the X axis.

01

Laser Module x 1

M4 x 8 Screw x 4

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Make sure the power switch
is in the Off position.

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02

Connect the Laser Module with the Controller.

Toolhead Cable x 1

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03

Attach the Laser Engraving/Cutting Platform to the Platform.

1:1

M4 x 10 Hex Socket Head Screw x 10

Laser Engraving/Cutting Platform x 1

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Attach the Cable Holder to the Z axis, and then lock the Toolhead Cable into place.

Cable Holder x 1

M4 x 8 Screw x 2

Make sure there is enough cable length
for the toolhead to move.

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4.1.2 Initial Setup

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Plug the AC Power Cable into an electrical outlet. Switch the power on and follow the
prompts on the Touchscreen: Read the Terms -> Name the Machine -> Connect to a Wi-Fi
Network.

It is recommended to wait for 5 seconds after you restart your machine.

Skip this step if you have
completed the initial setup.
If you need to change the
settings above, swipe left
on the homepage of the
Touchscreen -> select

Settings -> tap Wi-Fi or
About Machine as needed.

The initial guide, which
helps you get started, will
appear only once. If you
need to launch it again,
swipe left on the homepage
of the Touchscreen -> select
Settings -> tap Guides.

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4.2.1 Measure the Focal Length

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How It Works: Focal Point

The best focusing result can only be achieved when the Focal Point is right on the surface of the material

throughout engraving or cutting.

Perfect

Too Far

Too Close

How It Works: Focal Length

The machine engraves a few lines at different heights, and identifies optimal distance between the Laser

Module and the material surface. This optimal distance will be used as focal length. You only need to set the

thicknesses of different materials on the Touchscreen, and the machine will automatically adjust itself to

ensure that the focal length is consistent.

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How It Works: Work Origin

Find out where the engraving/cutting will take place by setting the Work Origin. The Work Origin corresponds to

the (0, 0) coordinate origin in the software.

How to Measure the Focal Length

1. Place the provided material on the Laser Engraving/Cutting Platform. Secure it with the silicone plugs.

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2. Set the thickness of the material (1.5 mm) and tap Save.

3. Tap X-, X+, Y-, Y+, Z-, or Z+ to move the Laser Module. After the laser camera shade has slightly touched the

surface of the material, tap Next. Put on the Laser Safety Goggles before setting the Work Origin.

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4. Tap X-, X+, Y-, or Y+ to move the laser spot to where the Work Origin will be, and then tap Set Work Origin

and Run Boundary to check if the work origin is proper. If not, reset the Work Origin and run boundary again.

If the Laser Module runs into any portions of the machine, turn off the machine immediately.

5. Tap Start, and the machine will auto focus.

Should you need to remeasure the focal length, refer to our online User Manual for detailed
instructions.

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4.2.2 Calibrate the Camera

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1. Remove the engraved material. Place a piece of blank white paper (no less than 150 mm x 150 mm) on the

center of the Laser Engraving/Cutting Platform, and fasten it.

2. Tap Start, and the machine will use the engraved square to calibrate the camera.

If you have detached the Laser Module from the X axis, or if you have reassembled the
machine, please recalibrate the camera: Swipe left on the homepage of the Touchscreen ->
select Settings -> tap Laser -> tap Camera Calibration.

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4.2.3 Fasten the Material

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Remove the engraved paper, and then fasten another provided material on the center of the Laser Engraving/

Cutting Platform.

You can also fasten materials using other tools.

If you need to fasten thick materials, refer to 5.2.1 Fasten the Material.

Make sure the clamp set will not collide with any portions of the machine.

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4.3 Prepare the G-code File and Start Cutting

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1. Download our software the Snapmaker Luban at https://www.snapmaker.com/download and install. Then

connect to a Wi-Fi network: Enter the Workspace -> Connection -> Select Wi-Fi -> Click -> Select your
machine -> Click Open -> Tap Yes on the Touchscreen.

2. Click Camera Capture in the Laser G-code Generator and then click Start. Wait for the machine to take
photos and stitch them into a panorama of the platform, and click Confirm.

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If the edges of the captured image are not aligned, click Calibration to manually calibrate the
camera.

Zoom into the image and move the lines until they perfectly match the square, click Confirm ->
Apply to see the finished image.

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Click Confirm and the finished image will be loaded into the quadrant in the coordinate system.
You can repeat the steps above if the edges of the captured image are still not aligned.

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3. ① Open the test 󽗉le from
captured platform -> ③ Click
default settings speci󽗉cally con󽗉gured for the test 󽗉le -> ⑤ Generate the G-code 󽗉le -> ⑥ Load G-code to

Case Library

Process

after con󽗉guring the settings in

-> ② Drag the image to where the cutting will take place on the

Configurations

section -> ④ Use the

Workspace

-> ⑦ Set the thickness of the material -> ⑧ Click

You can also upload your own files by clicking Open File in Editor and configure the file settings.

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Run

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1

8

4

5
6

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You can also start engraving/cutting by using the USB disk, connecting with the USB cable, or
sending G-code files via Wi-Fi, in which case you will need to set the work origin yourself. For
detailed instructions, refer to our online User Manual.

4. Remove the finished work and complete the assembly.

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in our Facebook group and
our forum.

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CNC Carving

5.1 Assembly

5.1.1 Assemble the CNC Carver

5.1.2 Initial Setup

5.2 Get Started

5.2.1 Fasten the Material

5.2.2 Attach the Bit

5.3 Start Carving

5.3.1 Prepare the G-code File

5.3.2 Set the Work Origin and Start Carving

5.3.3 Clean the Finished Work

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5.1.1 Assemble the CNC Carver

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Attach the CNC Module to the slider on the X axis.

01

CNC Module x 1 M4 x 8 Screw x 4

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Make sure the power switch
is in the Off position.

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Connect the CNC Module with the Controller.

02

Toolhead Cable x 1

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03

Attach the CNC Carving Platform to the Platform.

1:1

M4 x 10 Hex Socket Head Screw x 14

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CNC Carving Platform x 1

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Attach the Cable Holder to the Z axis, and then lock the Toolhead Cable into place.

Cable Holder x 1

M4 x 8 Screw x 2

Make sure there is enough cable length
for the toolhead to move.

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5.1.2 Initial Setup

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Plug the AC Power Cable into an electrical outlet. Switch the power on and follow the prompts on the

Touchscreen: Read the Terms -> Name the Machine -> Connect to a Wi-Fi Network.

It is recommended to wait for 5 seconds after you restart your machine.

Skip this step if you have
completed the initial setup.
If you need to change the
settings above, swipe left
on the homepage of the
Touchscreen -> select

Settings -> tap Wi-Fi or
About Machine as needed.

The initial guide, which
helps you get started, will
appear only once. If you
need to launch it again,
swipe left on the homepage
of the Touchscreen -> select
Settings -> tap Guides.

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5.2.1 Fasten the Material

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1. Place the provided material on the center of the CNC Carving Platform.

2.Attach the clamp set to the CNC Carving Platform, and then fix the material by screwing the wing nuts.

The size of our provided model is 139.2 x 141.5 mm. Make sure the clamp set does not impede
the movement of the CNC Bit.

M4 x 70 Screw

Wing Nut

Fixture Accessory

Arched Fixture

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Do not screw the screws all the way down through the CNC Carving Platform.

Make sure the clamp set will not collide with any portions of the machine.

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All the three slots as illustrated can be used to fasten the material.

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5.2.2 Attach the CNC Bit

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How It Works: CNC Bit Usage

Flat End Mill is typically used for slotting or cutting materials into flat surface.

Ball End Mill is typically used for carving materials into curved surface.

How to Attach the CNC Bit

1. Obliquely insert the ER11 collet into the ER11 nut until it clicks into place.

ER11 Nut

ER11 Collet (The Provided Collet is Only for

3.175 mm CNC Bits)

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2. Put on the CNC Safety Goggles. Insert the CNC Bit into the ER11 collet (Flat End Mill is required for our

provided model). Keep pushing the CNC Bit until its end bottoms against the shell of the ER11 collet.

Handle the CNC Bits carefully and keep them out of reach of children.

3. Twist the entire unit onto the shank as tight as possible, and then completely tighten the ER11 nut using the

open-end wrenches.

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14 mm Open-End Wrench 17 mm Open-End Wrench

Congratulations!

You are now ready to print. Please continue to
generate the G-code file.

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5.3.1 Prepare the G-code File

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1. Install the Software and Complete the Initial Setup

Download our software the Snapmaker Luban at https://www.snapmaker.com/download and install. Then
connect to a Wi-Fi network: Enter the Workspace -> Connection -> Select Wi-Fi -> Click -> Select your
machine -> Click Open -> Tap Yes on the Touchscreen.

2. Generate the G-code File and Send It to the Machine

① Open the test 󽗉le from
section -> ③ Use the default settings speci󽗉cally con󽗉gured for the test 󽗉le -> ④ Generate the G-code 󽗉le ->
⑤ Load G-code to

Workspace

Case Library

-> ⑥ Send G-code to the machine via Wi-Fi.

-> ② Click

Process

after con󽗉guring the settings in

Configurations

You can also upload your own files by clicking Open File in Editor and configure the file settings.

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4

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Files sent by Wi-Fi can be found on the Touchscreen: Files > Local.

You can also send the G-code files to the machine via the USB disk. Click Export G-code to
file in the Snapmaker Luban and save it to the USB disk, and then insert the USB disk into
the Controller and select Files > USB on the Touchscreen.

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5.3.2 Set the Work Origin and Start Carving

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How It Works: Work Origin

Find out where the carving will take place by setting the Work Origin. The Work Origin corresponds to the (0, 0)

coordinate origin in the software.

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How to Set the Work Origin

1. After receiving the G-code file, tap Yes and Next on the Touchscreen to enter the Set Work Origin screen.

If you need to adjust settings, you can either tap Adjust Settings on the Preview screen or
swipe left on the carving progress screen.

2. Tap X-, X+, Y-, Y+, Z-, or Z+ to move the CNC Bit to where the Work Origin will be (In this case, we set the

center of the image as the coordinate origin in the software). Now the CNC Bit should be about 5 mm away

from the material.

5 mm

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3. Place the Calibration Card or a piece of A4 paper between the CNC Bit and the material. Keep adjusting the

height of the CNC Bit using Z- or Z+ buttons until you feel slight resistance when you pull out the Calibration

Card, and it should be wrinkled when you push it forward. Tap Set Work Origin.

Slight Resistance

0.1 mm

Wrinkled Calibration Card

4. Tap Z+ to lift the CNC Bit until it is above the clamp set, and then tap Run Boundary to check if the Work

Origin is proper. If any part of the boundary trailed by the CNC Bit goes outside of the material, or if the CNC Bit

runs into any portions of the machine, reset the Work Origin and run boundary again.

If you have run boundary with the CNC Bit above the clamp set, you can lower the CNC bit to
run boundary again.

If the CNC bit runs into any portions of the machine, power off the machine immediately and
check if the CNC Bit is damaged. If so, change the CNC Bit.

5. Tap Start to start carving.

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5.3.3 Clean the Finished Work and the Machine

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1. Remove the clamp set from the CNC Carving Platform.

2. Clean the finished work and the machine with a dust collector, and then remove the finished work using the

diagonal pliers.

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Share your finished work
in our Facebook group and
our forum.

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Resources

This guide is subject to change. The latest version is on our Support website: Select

Snapmaker 2.0 -> Go to Quick Start Guide.

https://support.snapmaker.com/hc/en-us

Besides this guide, a User Manual is available on our Support website: Select Snapmaker 2.0

-> Go to User Manual.

https://support.snapmaker.com/hc/en-us

We are here for you whenever you need general information or technical support:

[e-mail].

For any sales inquiries:

[e-mail].

For product purchases:

https://shop.snapmaker.com.

Share anything you want with other Snapmaker users in our forum:

https://forum.snapmaker.com.

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