Zhejiang Flashforge 3D Technology GUIDERII 3D Printer User Manual

Zhejiang Flashforge 3D Technology CO., Ltd. 3D Printer Users Manual

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Flashforge CorporationGuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086- 0579-82273989Flashforge GuiderⅡ3D PrinterUser Guide
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-822739892ContentContent........................................................................................................................... 2Preface............................................................................................................................ 3Introduction.................................................................................................................... 4Notice............................................................................................................................. 5Chapter 1: 3D Printing Technology................................................................................9Chapter 2: About GuiderⅡ.......................................................................................... 112.1 About Your GuiderⅡ...................................................................................... 11Chapter 3：Unpacking.................................................................................................21Chapter 4: Hardware Assembly....................................................................................254.1 Filament Installation....................................................................................... 254.2 Printer Start-up................................................................................................264.3 Loading Filament............................................................................................ 26Chapter 5: Build Plate Leveling................................................................................... 30Chapter 6: About Software...........................................................................................336.1 Software Installation....................................................................................... 336.2 Exploring FlashPrint....................................................................................... 33Chapter 7: Basic Printing............................................................................................. 587.1 Generate a Gcode............................................................................................ 597.2 Print Methods..................................................................................................61Chapter 8: Advanced Printing...................................................................................... 658.1 Skills on Supports........................................................................................... 738.2 Control over Printing Quality......................................................................... 79Chapter 9: Supports and Service.................................................................................. 84
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-822739893PrefaceNote: Each device must be tested before leaving factory. If there are some residues in extruderor some tiny scratches on the build tape, it is normal and won’t affect the printing quality.On the completion of this User Guide, thanks all Flashforge engineers and theFlashforge 3D printer users for their unremitting efforts and sincere assistance.The Flashforge GuiderⅡUser Guide is designed for the GuiderⅡusers to start theirprinting journey with Flashforge GuiderⅡ. Even if you are familiar with earlierFlashforge machines or 3D printing technology, we still recommend that please readthis guide, as there is lots of important information about the GuiderⅡfor you to get abetter 3D experience.For a better and more successful printing experience, you can refer to the followingmaterials:(1) Quick Start GuideUsers will find the Quick Start Guide together with the printer accessories. The QuickStart Guide will help you start your print journey as soon as possible.(2) Official Flashforge Website:http://www.flashforge.comThe official Flashforge website contains the up-to-date information concerningFlashforge software, firmware, device maintenance and so on. Users are also able toget the contact information from there.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-822739894IntroductionNotes：The Flashforge GuiderⅡ3D Printer User Guide contains the information needed foryou to set up and use this device.This User Guide including the following parts: Preface, Introduction and after-saleservice.The Preface section includes resource acquisition channel, the overall framework ofthe manual, and the problems that should be paid attention to while printing.The introduction section contains the overview of 3D printing technology, equipmentintroduction, unpacking and installation of equipment, software installation and use.After-sale section contains the user how to get the support and help.·Please read Flashforge GuiderⅡ3D Printer User Guide carefully before use.·The User Guide is written based on Windows 7 OS.·The version of the Flashprint is latest.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-822739895NoticeSafety Notice! Notices: Read all the instructions in the manual and familiarize yourself with theFlashforge GuiderⅡUser Guide before setting-up and using. Failure to comply withthe warning and instructions may result in individual injury, fire, equipment damage orproperty damage.PLEASE STRICTLY FOLLOW ALL THE SAFETY WARNINGS AND NOTICEBELOW ALL THE TIME.· Work Environment Safety①Keep your work place tidy.②Do not operate GuiderⅡin the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust.③Keep GuiderⅡout of children and untrained people’ reach.· Electrical Safety①Always use the GuiderⅡwith a properly grounded outlet. Do not refit GuiderⅡplug.②Do not use GuiderⅡin damp or wet locations. Do not expose GuiderⅡto burningsun.③Do not abuse the cord.④Avoid using the device during an thunderstorm.⑤In case of uncertain accident, please unplug the device if you do not use it for long.·Personal Safety①Do not touch the nozzle and build plate during printing.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-822739896②Do not touch the nozzle after finishing printing.③Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing andgloves away from moving parts.④Do not operate the device while you are tired or under the influence of drugs,alcohol or medication.· Cautions①Do not leave the device unattended for long.②Do not make any modifications to the device.③To lower the build plate before loading/unloading filament. (The distance betweenthe nozzle and build plate should be kept for at least 50mm)④Operate the device in a well-ventilated environment.⑤Never use the device for illegal activities.⑥Never use the device to make any food storage vessels.⑦Never use the device to make any electrical appliance.⑧Never put the model into your mouth.⑨Do not remove the models with force.· Environment RequirementsTemperature: RT 15-30℃Moisture: 20%-70%· Filament RequirementsDo not abuse the filament. Please make sure you use the Flashforge filament or thefilament from the brands accepted by Flashforge.· Filament Storage
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-822739897All polymers degrade with time. Do not unpack until filament is needed. Filamentshould be stored at clean and dry conditions.Legal NoticeAll the information in this document is subject to any amendment or change withoutthe official authorization from Flashforge.FLASHFORGE CORPORATION MAKES NO WARRANTY OF ANY KIND WITHREGARD TO THIS DOCUMENT, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THEIMPLIED WARRATIES OF MERCHANTA- BILITY AND FITNESS FOR APARTICULAR PURPOSE.Flashforge shall not be liable for errors contained herein for incidental consequentialdamages in connection with furnishing, performance or use of this materialFCC STATEMENT :This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference,(2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that maycause undesired operation.Warning: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsiblefor compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for aClass B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designedto provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-822739898installation. This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and,if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmfulinterference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interferencewill not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmfulinterference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning theequipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by oneor 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 thereceiver is connected.Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.This document contains proprietary information protected by copyright.Copyright © 2016 Flashforge Corp. All Rights ReservedFCC Radiation Exposure Statement: This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment .This equipment should be installed and operated withminimum distance 20cm between the radiator& your body.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-822739899Chapter 1: 3D Printing Technology3D printing refers to transforming three-dimensional models into physical objects thatyou can hold and touch. It is also called additive manufacturing because the 3D modelis created by “adding” layers upon layers of material until the object is fully formed.Fused Filament Fabrication(FFF) is the most common method of 3D printing. It is alsothe method that the GuiderⅡuses. It works by melting plastic material called filamentonto a print surface in high temperature. The filament solidifies after it cools down,which happens instantaneously after it is extruded from the nozzle. 3D objects areformed with the filament laying down multiple layers.1.1 Process3D printing involves three steps:1.) Make or download a 3D model2.) Slice and export the 3D model3.) Build the 3D model1.1.1 Make a 3D Model:Currently, there are three ways to creating a 3D model.·Designing From Scratch You can use free CAD (computer-aided design) softwaresuch as 3DTADA, AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Pro-E, and our own software Happy 3D todesign your own 3D model.·3D Scanners An alternative method to creating a 3D model is to scan anobject. 3D scanners work by digitizing a physical object, collecting its geometric data,and saving it to a file on your PC. There are also apps that can turn a mobile device
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398910into a 3D scanner.·From the Cloud The most popular way of obtaining a 3D model is to download itfrom websites that allow users to upload 3D models that they designed.E.g. : www. thingiverse.com1.1.2 Slice and Export the 3D Model:Slice software is the software that prepares 3D models for printing and turns them intoinstructions for the 3D printers. FlashPrint is the slicing software used for theFlashForge GuiderⅡ.Using FlashPrint, you can turn stl. files into g. or gx. files for printing. Then the filescan be transferred to your GuiderⅡvia USB cable, USB stick or Wi-Fi.1.1.3 Build the 3D Model:Once the output file has been transferred to your GuiderⅡ, it will start to turn the 3Dmodel into a physical object by laying down layers of filament.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398911Chapter 2: About GuiderⅡ2.1 About Your GuiderⅡ2.1.1 ViewsFront TopRight Back1. Touch screen2. Power Switch3. Nozzle4. Z-axis guide rod5. Build plate11. Ethernet input12. USB cable input13. USB stick input14. Filament cartridge15. Power switch16. Power input15.6. Leveling knob7. Extruder8. X-axis guide rod9. Filament intake10. Spring presser
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-82273989122.1.2 TermsBuild PlateThe surface on which the GuiderⅡbuilds an object.Build TapeThe blue tape that covers GuiderⅡ’s build plate so thatthe object can stick to the build plate well.Build VolumeThe three dimensional amount of space that an objectwill use once it is completed. The largest build volumeof GuiderⅡis 280*250*300 mm.Leveling KnobsKnobs under the build platform that are used foradjusting the distance between the nozzle and buildplate.ExtruderThe device that draws the filament from the spool,melts it and pushes it through a nozzle into the buildplate.NozzleAlso called “print head”, which located at the bottomof the extruder where heated filament is squeezed out.Extruder FanTo cool the outer assembly of the extruder and gearmotorFilament IntakeAn opening located at the top of the extruder .Filament Guide TubeA black plastic piece that guides the filament from thefilament box to the filament intakeFilament CartridgeA specific box for placing Flashforge filamentPVP Glue StickA solid adhesive used for making the model stick to thebuild plate firmlyUnclog ToolA tool that used for cleaning the extruderStamping WrenchA tool that used for seizing the nozzle’s metal cube
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-82273989132.1.3 ReferenceNameGuiderⅡNumber of ExtruderSinglePrint TechnologyFused Filament Fabrication(FFF)Screen Size5.0’’ color IPS Touch ScreenBuild Volume280*250*300mmLayer Resolution0.05 - 0.4mmBuild Accuracy±0.1mmPositioning AccuracyZ axis 0.0025mm; XY axis 0.011mmFilament Diameter1.75mm（±0.07）Nozzle Diameter0.4mmBuild Speed30~150 mm/sSoftwareFlashPrintSupport FormatsInput:3MF/ STL/OBJ/FPP/BMP/PNG/JPG/JPEGOutput:GX/GOSWin xp/Vista/7/8/10、Mac OS、LinuxProduct Dimensions490*550*560mmNet Weight30KgAC InputInput:100V-240VAC, 47-63Hz Power500WConnectivityUSB cable, USB stick, WIFI,Ethernet
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-82273989142.1.4 Interface MenusPress BuildRead the print file fromThe local memory cardThe USB stickReturn arrowSelect the target print file among the listBuild: To begin printingCopy: To copy the files to the localmemory card from the USB stick.(Thebutton is not available while printing fromlocal memory card )Delete: To delete the print filePrint interfaceAbort: To abort the print job.Pause/Resume: To suspend or resume theprint job.More: To change filament and set up autoshutdown during printing.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398915Tools in print interfaceFilament: To change filament duringprinting.(Note: You need to suspend the operationfirst)Finish-Shutdown: To start auto shutdownCancel: To end the tool orders and returnto the print interface.PreheatTap the [Preheat] button to enter the preheatinterface. Tap the [Start] button to heat up tothe setting temperature.The default temperature is 220℃.Tap the temperature display bar to set thetemperature.To set the preheat temperature.Tap [Yes] to save the setting while tap [No]to cancel the setting.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398916The picture displays the preheat interface. Itshows the actual temperature and the targettemperature. Tap the [Abort] button to abortthe preheat job.ToolsTap [Tools] to enter tool options.Filament: To load/unload the filament.Level: To adjust the build plate.Home: To make the X, Y and Z axes backto the zero point.Manual: To manually adjust the positionsof X, Y and Z axes.Setting: To implement relevant functionsetups.Status: The check the real-time status ofthe printer.About: Information about the printer.Return arrowManual adjustmentY+: The extruder moves to the zero point,that is, the back of the machineY-: The extruder moves to the directionopposite to the Y+.X+: The extruder moves to the zeropoints, that is, to the right directionX-: The extruder moves to the directionopposite to the X+.Z+: The build plate elevates.Z-: The build plate descends.Return arrow
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398917Tap [Setting] to enter the setting interfaceLanguage: To set the display languageResume Print: Resume print afterrestarting Guider IIWLAN: To turn on/off the WlanWlan hotspot: To turn on/off the Wlanhotspot.Servo Calibration: To turn on/off theservo or adjust the servo.Extruder Calibration: To adjust the initialdistance between the extruder and thebuild plate.Filament Check Off: To turn on/off thefilament checkFactory Reset：return to factory settingUpdate: To update the firmware version.Return arrowWIFI:Turn on WIFI: Turn on the WIFI, releasethe WIFI hotspot and set the WIFI oncomputerReturn arrow
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398918Servo On:Actually, the present servo status is off.And the servo’s swing arm withdraws.Tap ‘+’ or ‘-’ to adjust the status of swingarm. Tap ‘+’, the arm swings down whiletap ‘-’ , the arm swings up.Servo OFF:Actually, the present servo status is on. And theservo’s swing arm withdraws. Tap ‘+’ or ‘-’ toadjust the status of swing arm. Tap ‘+’, the armswings down while tap ‘-’ , the arm swings up.WLan hotspotOFF/On: To turn on/off the Wlan hotspot.Setup Wlan hotspot:To set the SSID andpassword.SSID:The name of hotspot.Password: The password of hotspot.Save: To save the setting.Return arrow
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398919Status:It displays the real-time status of the extrudertemperature.About:It displays the basic information about thedevice.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-82273989202.2 AccessoriesFilament*1 Power Cable USB Cable Filament Guide TubeQuick Start Guide USB stick Allen Wrench （M2.0/2.5）ScrewdriverGlue Stick Stamping Wrench Unclog Tool After-sales service cardFilament holder
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398921Chapter 3：Unpacking(reference video：Unpacking）This chapter will present you the whole unpacking procedure of GuiderⅡ3Dprinter.(Note: Make sure you read the whole unpacking guide)3-1(3-1) Place the packaging box on a clean work surface.（3-2）Open the box, take out the two foams and then lift your GuiderⅡout of thebox.3-2
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398922(3-3) Your GuiderⅡis wrapped by packaging materials, remove these materials stepby step.(3-4) In the bottom of the carton , you can see a peace of filament, a filament holder,Power Cable, an USB Cable, one Filament Guide Tube, a glue stick and a toolbag( USB stick*1, leveling knob*1, Allen wrenches*2, stamping wrench*1, unclogtool*1, and screwdriver*1).3-33-4
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398923(3-5) Remove the bag to unveil the GuiderⅡ.(3-5) Remove the side protective foam sheets.（3-6）Take out the top foam from the printer, on the top foam sheet, you can see oneQuick Start Guide and a After-sales service card.3-63-53-7
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398924（3-7）Cut off four ribbons that used for fixing the guide rod. Then slide the extruderto make sure the extruder is in good condition.(3-8) Take the top cover out of the printer.Congratulations! You have unpacked your GuiderⅡ. Next, let’s move on tohardware assembly of GuiderⅡ.3-93-8
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398925Chapter 4: Hardware AssemblyYour GuiderⅡhas been installed before leaving factory, you can start up the GuiderⅡfor printing after mounting the filament spool and completing leveling.4.1 Filament Installation4-1(4-1) The filament cartridge is at the rear of Guider Ⅱ. Lift the cartridge out of theGuiderⅡ.4-2(4-2) Take out the filament and thread it through the filament detecting equipment.Filament DetectingEquipment in the black.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398926(Note: The filament should feeds from the bottom of the spool towards the top )4.2 Printer Start-up4-3(4-3)Insert the power supply into the power input on the back of the GuiderⅡandplug the power cord into an electrical outlet.4.3 Loading FilamentFor stable filament loading and proper device protection, you need to install thefilament guide tube properly.4-4(4-4) Take out the filament guide tube, thread the filament from Filament DetectingEquipment.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398927(4-6) Insert the filament from the filament guide tube into the filament intake.Next, we will load the Flashforge filament.(Note: Please lower the build plate toincrease the distance between the nozzle and build plate to 50mm at least foravoiding nozzle jam.)(4-7) Tap [Tool].图4-64-8(4-8) Tap [Filament]--[Load]4-74-6
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-82273989284-9（4-9）After the extruder’s temperature reaches 220℃, the printer will sound a beep toprompt you to load the filament into the extruder.4-10（4-10）Insert the filament into the extruder at an upright angle. Then the filament willbe drawn through the extruder. Do not tap [Cancel] until the filament load the extrudersteadily.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-82273989294.4 Unloading Filament4-11(4-11) Tap [Tool]-[Unload] and the extruder starts heating up.4-12(4-12) After the extruder reaches 220℃, the printer will sound a beep to prompt you tounload the filament from the extruder. Press the spring presser, press down thefilament for about three seconds and gently pull the filament out.Note: Do not pull out the filament with force as it will damage the gears. If themelted filament has cooled down in the extruder, please repeat the steps above.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398930Chapter 5: Build Plate LevelingGuider Ⅱcreatively adopts three-point intelligent leveling system, which will giveclear and comprehensive feedback to users. There are three spring-loaded knobs underthe build platform. The distance between the plate and nozzle increases whiletightening the knobs. On the contrary, the distance reduces.(5-1) Tap [Tools] - [Level] on your Guider Ⅱtouch screen. Please wait while theextruder and platform finish initial movements. After that, operate according to theguide on the touch screen.5-2(5-2) After tapping [Yes], the extruder starts to move towards the first point and the5-1
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398931plate moves up and down to verify the distance between nozzle and plate.5-3(5-3) When it shows that the distance is too big, please unscrew corresponding nutunder platform clockwise until hearing a steady beep and the [Verify] button appears.5-4(5-4) If the distance is appropriate, tap [OK] to second point leveling. If still not,please follow the prompts to adjust again till you see [OK] button.5-5(5-5) Repeat steps 2 through 4 above to complete second and third points leveling andthen Tap [Finish] to exit.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398932Leveling Emergency Plan：Some leveling spare parts may be damaged after being used for a period of time.Now users could adopt the emergency plan for leveling.（1）Insert the USB stick to the USB port.（2）Tighten each of the three knobs underneath the build platform until they go nofurther（3）Tap [Build] on the touch screen, tap the USB icon and then select Leveling.gfile.（4）Tap [Build], then the build plate and the extruder start moving.（5）After they stop moving, you can adjust the distance between the build plate andthe nozzle manually. Move the extruder to the position right over the front-left knob,and adjust the knob individually. Use a A4 paper to check the distance. As you adjustthe knob, make sure the paper just slides between the nozzle and build plate. Therewill be somewhat friction on the paper but still can easily pass the paper between theplate and the nozzle without tearing or damaging the paper.（6）Then move to the positions right over the right-front and rear knobs successively,and then adjust the distance according to the descriptions above.（7）Then move to the center of the build plate for a check. Confirm that the paperslides between the nozzle and build with a moderate amount friction.（8）Tap the Abort button and finish leveling.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398933Chapter 6: About Software6.1 Software Installation6.1.1 Software AcquisitionMethod 1: To get the installation package from the USB disk in the toolkit.Method 2: Open the link below to download the installation package:http://www.flashforge.comSteps:Support---Downloads---Flashprint---chose the software version---download6.1.2 Software Installation and Start-up1. Decompress the zipped file or start the installation program, and then install thesoftware according to the direction.2. Start the software with the start menu shortcut or by clicking the software icon.(See6-1)6-16.2 Exploring FlashPrint6. 2.1 Machine Type Selection! After starting FlashPrint, you need to select the target machine type first.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398934When you start FlashPrint, a dialog box will pop up. Just select Flashforge GuiderⅡin the machine type list and click [OK]. You can also change the machine type viaclicking [Print]--[Machine type]. See graphic 6-2:6-26.2.2 Software IntroductionLoad one or multiple files.Enter the support edit mode6-3
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398935Print it directly with your GuiderⅡor export to your USB StickView FlashPrint home screen from one of six viewing anglesMove model around on xy-plane; shift+click to move along z axisTurn and rotate your modelScale the size of your objectCut model into several parts6.2.3 LoadingYou can load a model file or Gcode file into your Flashprint by the following sixmethods:Method 1: Click the Load icon on the main interface. Then select the objectfile.Method 2: Select the file for loading and drag the file to the main interface of thesoftware.Method 3: Click [File]--[Load File]. Then select the object file for loading.Method 4: Click [File]--[Examples]to load the example filesMethod 5: Click [File]--[Recent Files]to load the files opened recently.Method 6: Select and drag the target file to the icon of Flashprint.Note: .STL, .OBJ, and .FPP,ways to store 3D models, are supported by Flashprintfor editing.Generating Rilievo
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398936Loading a png, jpg, jpeg, bmp picture file into the FlashPrint. And the followingdialogue box(6-3) will pop up. The setting box includes settings for shape, mode,maximum thickness, base thickness, bottom thickness,width, height, top diameter andbottom diameter.Shape: including plane, tube, canister and lamp.Mode: including “darker is higher”and “lighter is higher”.Maximum thickness: Z value of the modelBase thickness: The minimum raft thickness and the default value is 0.5mmWidth: X value of the modelDepth: Y value of the modelBottom thickness: For tube, canister and lamp to set up bottom thicknessTop diameter: For tube, canister lamp and steal to set up the top diameterBottom diameter: For tube, canister, lamp and steal to set up the bottom diameter6-4Plane(6-5)
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398937Tube（6-6）Cansiter(6-7)Lamp(6-8)
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398938Seal(6-9)6.2.4 Views①Changing viewsChange model views by moving, rotating, scaling.●DragClick the [View] icon and then you can move the object by the following threemethods:Method 1: Hold down the left mouse button and drag.Method 2: Hold down the middle mouse button and drag.Method 3: Hold down the Shift key, hold down the right mouse button and drag.●RotateClick the [View] icon and then you can rotate the object by the following twomethods:Method 1. Hold down the right mouse button and drag.Method 2. Hold down the Shift key, hold down the left mouse button and drag.●ScaleRotate the mouse wheel to enlarge or shrink the build plate.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398939②Set ViewAllows users to view the object on the build plate. Six views are under the view menu,that is, home view, bottom view, top view, front view, back view, left view and rightview.Method 1: Click the the [View] button, there are six views in the drop- down listMethod 2: Click the the [Look] icon on the left, click it again and a submenuwill appear with six views for selecting.③Reset ViewAllow users to reset views by the following two methods:Method 1: Click the [View] menu and select [Home View]Method 2: Click the [View]button on the left, click it again and you will see theviewing options, you can click [Reset].④Show Model OutlineClick [View]--[Show Model Outline], it will highlight the yellow border of the object⑤Show Steep OverhangClick [View]--[Show Steep Overhang]. When the intersection angle between themodel surface and horizontal line is within the overhang threshold value, the surfacehas steep overhang and it becomes red in the software. Overhang threshold valuecould be set as needed. The default value is 45 degree.6.2.5 MoveSelect the object and move the object by the following two methods:
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398940Method 1: Click the [Move] icon on the left, hold down the left mouse button anddrag to adjust the location of the model in XY direction. Hold down the Shift key,hold down the left mouse button and drag to adjust the location of the model in Zdirection. The distance and the direction of the movement shall be displayed.Method 2: Click the [Move]button on the left and then enter the distance value. Click[Reset]to reset distance values.Note: Users shall click [Center] and [On Platform] after the location adjustment toensure the model(s) be within the build area and on the build platform. If a specifiedposition is needed, only to click [On Platform].6.2.6 RotateSelect the target object and rotate the object by the following two methods:Method 1: Click the [Rotate] icon on the left and three mutually perpendicular ringsappear around the object Click one ring and rotate on the present axis, you will see therotation angle and direction in the center of circle. In this way, you could make themodel rotate on X/Y/Z axis.Method 2: Click the [Rotate] icon on the left, and then enter into rotating angelvalues in X/Y/Z axes positioning. Click [Reset] to reset rotating angel values.6.2.7 ScaleSelect the target object and scale the object by the following two methods:Method 1: Click the [Scale] icon on the left, hold down the left mouse button andscale the model. The corresponding values will display near the object.Method 2: Click the [Scale] icon on the left and then enter into scale values in X/Y/Zaxes positioning. Click the [Maximum] button to get largest size possible for building.Click [Reset] to reset the size of model.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398941Note: If the [Uniform Scaling] radio button is clicked, it will scale the model in equalproportion when changing value in any positioning of the model. Otherwise it willonly change the value of the corresponding positioning.6.2.8 CutLeft-click on the model to select it and double-click on the Cut icon to set the cutplane. The direction and position are available for setting.①Draw with Mouse②X Plane③Y Plane
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398942④Z Plane6.2.9 SupportsAfter loading the model, click [Edit]--[Supports]or click the Supports icon directly,then you will enter the support edit mode(as shown in the picture below). Click [Back]to exit when you finish editing.6-10①Support OptionsClick the Support Options, an option box will appear, supports options include“treelike”and “linear”, when choose “treelike”, click [OK], then it will generatetreelike structure; when choose “linear”, click [OK], then it will generate linearstructure; if it is a model with supports, when you choose one of the supports options,software will judge whether existing supports need to be deleted or not on the basis of
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398943the type of existing support, and will pop up the corresponding prompt to let you makethe choice.②Auto SupportsClick the [Auto Supports] button, the software will judge the position where supportsare needed and generate corresponding treelike or linear supports. If it is a model withsupports, the existing supports will be deleted and new supports will be generated.③Add SupportsSupports will be added once clicking the [Add]button. Move the cursor to theposition where supports needed, left-click to choose the starting point of supports, holddown the left mouse button and drag the mouse the supports preview will show up(ifsupport surface doesn’t need support or the support column angle is too large, willhighlight the support review ). Loosen the left mouse button, if support columndoesn’t meet with model, then support will be generated on origin and terminalpoint(the highlighted preview support won’t generate support structure )6-11
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398944④Clear SupportsClick [Clear Supports], all supports will be deleted. The operation can be repealedvia clicking [Undo]or pressing the shortcut key Ctrl+Z.⑤Delete SupportsSupports will be deleted once clicking the [Delete]button. Move the cursor to thesupports needed deleting, current supports and its subnode support will be highlighted,click the left mouse button to delete these highlighted support.6.2.10 Print①Preview: Choose to enter preview interface or not②Print when slice done: Print or not when slice done③Material type: Choose according to the type of model6-12
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398945④Supports: When print suspended structure models, support is necessary. Click[supports] to create support part for the printing.⑤Raft: This function will help the model to stick well on the platform.⑥Wall: During dual color printing, this function will help to clear the leakingfilament of another extruder.⑦Vase Mode: No capping for the model⑧Resolution：You have three resolution solution(with default setting)to choose from,high resolution is corresponding with slow printing speed, opposite for the lowresolution. For PLA printing, an extra solution “Hyper” is available.⑨More options: Click [More options] to set for layer, shell, infill, speed andtemperature. Different resolution solution is corresponding to different defaults, click[Restore Defaults] to back to default setting.●Layera. Layer: Layer thickness of the printing model. With a small value, the surfaceof the model will be more smooth.b. First Layer Height: This is the first layer of the model, which will affect thesticking performance between the model and platform. Maximize is 0.4mm, usuallythe default is ok.c. Shell: Contains the outside shell value, capping layer value (under vase pattern,top solid layer setting is invalid.)● Primeter Shells: Maximize is 10a. Top Solid Layer: Maximize is 10, minimum is 1.b. Bottom Solid Layer: Maximize is 10, minimum is 1.● Infilla. Fill Density means fill rate.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398946b. Fill Pattern is the pattern of filling shape which effects printing duration.c. Combine Infill: You can select the layers for combining according to the layerthickness. The combined thickness should not exceed 0.4mm. “Every N layers” is for all theinfills while “Every N inner layers” is only for inner infills, which generally can save printtime.6-13● Speeda. Print Speed is the moving speed of the extruder. Generally, the lower speed is,the better print you will get. For PLA printing, 80 is recommended.b. Support Print Speed is needed to set when choosing Slic3r as theslice engine which can control the moving speed of the extruder when printingthe supports.c. Travel Speed is to control the moving speed of the extruder under non-printingStatus during work. For PLA printing, 100 is recommended.Note: Modify parameters settings to get better prints as different models need differentparameters.● TemperatureExtruder Temperature: Recommended extruder temperature is 220℃.Note: Different temperatures have subtle influences in prints. Please adjust thetemperature according to the condition in order to get a good print.● OthersPause At Heights: Allows users to pre-set a height in which the print willsuspend automatically. The function usually applied when you want to change thefilament at a certain point.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398947(6-14) Click[Edit], then you can add or remove a height.6.2.11 File Menus①New ProjectClick [File]--[New Project]can build a blank project. If there is an unsavedmodification on previous project, then it will inform you whether the modificationneeds to be saved or not. Click [Yes]will save the modification, click [No]willabandon it. If click [Cancel]or close tool tip, then will cancel the new project.②SavingAfter finishing the model edit and adjustment, there are two ways below to save allmodels in the scene.Method 1:Click [File]--[Save Project] in the menu bar to save the file as a project file with the“.fpp”suffix, all models in the scene (include support) are independent . Afterreloading the files, extruder configuration information and model position will be thesame as the configuration during saving.6-156-14
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398948Method 2:Click on [File]--[Save as...] to save the model as project file .fpp or .stl and .obj.For .stl and .boj, models are integrated as one(include support part). If load it again,only the position of the model was saved, not included the printing parameters.③PreferencesClick [File]--[Preferences], you can choose language and if needs detecting updatewhen start●Language: The software supports six languages, namely, Chinese(simplifiedChinese and traditional Chinese), English, French, Korean, Japanese and Russian.●Printing Window Type: Including Base Mode and Expert Mode●Check for Update after start up: It is used to preset if it is necessary to activate theonline automatic update function, if choose yes, every time when you open software, itcan online detect if it is a new version software, once new version found, it willreminds users to download and install new version firmware.6.2.12 Edit Menus①UndoAllows users to undo the recent edits by the following two methods:Method 1: Click [Edit]--[Undo].6-16
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398949Method 2: Press the shortcut Ctrl+Z.②RedoAllows users to redo the most recent edit you have undone to your model file by thefollowing two methodsMethod 1: Click [Edit]--[Redo]Method 2: Press the shortcut Ctrl+Y.③Empty Undo-stackTo clean up the recorded operating steps so as to release the memory.④Select AllBy the following two methods, you could select all models in the scene. (Whenmodels are too small to be seen or out of viewing scope, please click [Center] and[Scale] buttons to adjust the model.)Method 1: Click [Edit]--[Select All].Method 2: Press the shortcut Ctrl+A.⑤DuplicateSelect the object and duplicate the object through the following two methods:Method 1: Click [Edit]--[Duplicate]Method 2: Press the shortcut Ctrl+D⑥DeleteSelect the object and delete the object through the following two methods:Method 1: Click [Edit]--[Delete]Method 2: Press the shortcut Delete⑦Surface to Platform
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398950After selecting the model, you can make the model surface to platform via thefollowing operation.Click [Edit]--[Surface to Platform]into surface to platform mode(Asshown in the picture)（Surface to Platform）⑧Auto Layout AllClick [Edit]--[Auto Layout All]after loading one or more than one models, allmodels will be placed automatically as automatic placement rule.6.2.13 Print Menus①Connect MachineYou can connect the GuiderⅡwith your PC via a USB cable or WIFI.Note: The machine icon on the bottom right displays the connection status:Connected6-17
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398951DisconnectedMethod 1：Connect Via USB Cablea. Connect your GuiderⅡwith your PC via an USB cable.b. Turn on your GuiderⅡand start Flashprint.c.Click [Print]--[Connect Machine],then select USB in the [Connection Mode]option and select machine you want to connect in [Select Machine] option. If you cannot find your machine, click the [Rescan] button to scan your machine and select it.Finally click [Connect] button to connect to the printer. If you still can not find yourmachine after rescan, it means you haven’t installed the driver in the software.6-18Method 2：Connect Via WIFI①Connect GuiderⅡwith your PC under AP modea.Turn on your GuiderⅡb.Tap [Tools]-[Setting]-[WIFI]-[WIFI ON]c. Click on the wireless network on the left bottom, and find the wirelesssignal-“GuiderⅡ”. Click [Connect] to finish network connection.d. Click[Print]-[Connect Machine] on Flashprint. Then the following dialog box
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398952pops up. You need to select “Wi-Fi” in Connect Mode. Enter into the IP Addressshown on the interface and then click [Connect].6-19If successfully connected, you will see the following red mark.②Connect GuiderⅡwith your PC under STA modea. Turn on the WIFI of Guider Ⅱand connect your PC with GuiderⅡvia theWIFI. Press [ Tools ],[ Setting ],[ WIFI ], and [ WIFI ON].b.“GuiderⅡ” continuous signal will be found available on the network list.c. Once your PC is connected with your GuiderⅡ. Open the Internet browser andenter “10.10.100.254” and enter the default user name(admin) andpassword(admin).6-20
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398953You will enter the WIFI setting panel, it displays as follows:6-21d. Select WIFI mode as STA mode, and then complete the corresponding setups, youcan change the SSID(the WIFI’s name) and the password, select [Enable] in DHCPauto get IP, then click [Save]. The following interface will appear.6-22e. Click the [Restart] button. You need to restart your Guider Ⅱ’s WIFI. And then
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398954your GuiderⅡwill connect with your computer via the WIFI that you’ve set up.②Disconnect GuiderⅡClick [Print]--[Disconnect] to disconnect your PC and GuiderⅡ.6.2.14 Tool Menus①Control PanelAfter connecting PC with Guider Ⅱ, click [Tools]--[Control Panel] to open thecontrol panel.6-23●Jog Controlsa. Jog Mode：Select the distance that extruder/ build plate move a single time (that is,the distance extruder/ build plate move upon your single click).b. Six blue arrow direction button: Control the move along X/Y/Z axis. X/Y axisbutton control extruder move, Z axis button control build plate move. Click X-,extruder will move leftward a specified distance; Click X+, extruder will move aspecified distance rightward. Click Y-, extruder will move forward a specified distance;Click Y-, extruder will move backward a specified distance. Click Z-, build plate will
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398955move upward a specified distance; Click Z-, build plate will move downward aspecified distance. (Specified distance refers to the move distance you set in JogMode.c. Stop: Click the [stop] button to abort the current movement. d. XYZ coordinateframe on the right side: Show the current position of extruder/build plate.e. Make Current Position Zero button: Set the current position of theextruder/build plate as (0, 0, 0). (NOTE: X, Y, and Z boxes are for display purposes.Changing the value in the boxes will not affect anything.f. Center X/Y/Z button: Extruder and build platform will back to the zero (0, 0, 0)you set last time.g. X/Y Speed and Z Speed: Set the move speed of extruder/ build platform.●Limit Switch: In order to protect your GuiderⅡ, three limit switches are equippedto control the maximum position, and the three limit switches corresponding to X/Y/Zaxis limit switch. It has two status:a. Not Triggered: If the extruder/build plate don’t move to its maximum, X/Y/Z axislimit switch is not triggered, and shows “Not Triggered”.b. Triggered: If the extruder/build plate moves to its maximum, X/Y/Z axis limitswitch is triggered, and shows “Triggered”.●Stepper Motor Controls: Allows users to control to stepper motor. Click [Enable],and lock the motor so it does not allow any movement; click [Disable], and unlock themotor to be controlled manually.●LED Color: Allows users to change the LED color of GuiderⅡ.●Extruder Controls: You can set the value of “Motor Speed(RPM)”, which cancontrol the rotation speed of filament feeding wheel. The motor rotation time can becontrolled via setting the value of “Extruder Duration”.Generally we suggest theusers choose option of continuous time 60 seconds. The filament must loaded in the
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398956extruder before motor starts. Therefore, do not start rotation operation until theextruder temperature reaches to the printing temperature of filament. For PLAfilament, the extruder temperature should reach 200℃, after reaching the extrudertemperature, click the [Forward]/[Reverse] rotation button to control filament loadand filament unload. Furthermore, if you want to stop filament load and unload, youcan click [Stop].●Temperature Control: Input the temperature you want to get in the left frame, click[Apply], the printer will automatically heat the corresponding part, the right sideshows the current actual temperature of corresponding part. After starting heating, thebelow curve of temperature form will start to change, different color corresponddifferent parts’ temperatures②Update FirmwareEvery time when you start Flashprint, it will automatically detect and download theup-to-date firmware. If any update is available, a dialog box will pop up for remindingthe users to update.Step 1: Click [Tools]--[Update firmware]. It needs to cut off connection beforeupdating firmware. If software and printer are already in connection, it reminds youcutting off the connection, choose [Yes] and go on to the next step.Step 2: Choose corresponding printer type and firmware version and click [OK] in thefirmware updating box. After confirming the printer is in free state, the software willautomatically update the firmware
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-82273989576-24Step 3：Reboot you GuiderⅡand wait for 4-5 seconds, then you can see the updateprocess bar. When the update finishes, it will go back to the main interface.Step 4：Tap[Tools]--[About] to check] to check whether the updated version is right.③On Board PreferencesWhen the computer and printer are in connection, click [Tools]--[On BoardPreferences], you can check the printer name.④Machine informationWhen the computer and printer are in connection state, click [Tools]--[Machineinformation], you can check the machine type, machine name and firmware etc.6.2.15 Help Menus①Help Contents：Click [Help]--[Help Contents], you can read the help contents.②Check for Updates ：Click [Help]--[Check for Update] to detect the availableupdates online.③About FlashPrint ：Click [Help]--[About Flashprint], the software information
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398958box will pop up. The contents include the current software version and copyrightinformation.6-25
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398959Chapter 7: Basic PrintingThis chapter will provide a step-by-step guide on turning a 3D model into a physicalreality. Before proceeding, it is recommended that you’d better go over prior chapterson loading/unloading filament, leveling the build platform, and the functions andcapabilities of FlashPrint.7.1 Generate a Gcode(7-1)Double-click the icon of Flashprint to start the software.7-1(7-2)Click[Print]--[Machine Type] to select Flashforge GuiderⅡ7-2(7-3)Click the [Load] icon to load a .stl model file and the object will display on thebuild area.7-3（7-4）Click [Edit]--[Surface to Platform] to make your model perfectly positioned34
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398960on the build area. Click [Back] and double-click the Move icon again, then click [Onthe Platform] and [Center] to ensure the model be on the platform.7-4Note：If you’ve place your model in a right place, you can skip the step above.(7-5) Click the Print icon on the top, you should make some setups for your print job.Preview: If you check the [Preview] box, you can preview your model after slicing isdone.7-5
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398961Print When Slice Done: If you print via USB cable, you can check the box, while ifyou print via USB, you should not check the box.Machine Type: Flashforge GuiderⅡSupports: If you print a model with supports, you should click the inverted triangleand select [Enable].Raft: You are suggested to select [Enable].Resolution: You are suggested to select [Standard]More Options: You are suggested to keep them default.Click [OK] to select the path to save the Gcode file. You can rename the file as youlike and save it as a .g or .gx file, click [Save] to generate a Gcode file.Note: .gx files are available for preview while the .g files are not. They are displayingas follows:g. Files gx. Files7-7Next, we are going to print the model.7.2 Print MethodsAfter generating the Gcode file, you can transfer it to your GuiderⅡ. You can transferthe file through USB cable and USB stick.7.2.1 Print from Computer (USB connection)①Connect your GuiderⅡwith your PC via a USB cable.②Turn on your GuiderⅡ, level the build plate and load the filament.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398962③Click [Print]and transfer your Gcode file to your GuiderⅡ. After completingtransference, the printer will heat up automatically. And when heating finishes, theprint will start to build the model.7-8④When your PC connects with FlashPrint successfully. The status box on thebottom right displays the real-time nozzle temperature. After finishing preheating,your GuiderⅡstarts the print job directly.7.2.2 Print from Computer (WIFI connection)①Connect your GuiderⅡwith your PC via WIFI.(Please refer to 6.1.13)②Turn on your GuiderⅡ, level the build plate and load the filament.③Click [Print]and transfer your Gcode file to your GuiderⅡ. After completingtransference, the printer will heat up automatically. And when heating finishes, theprinter will start to build the model.If you want to print a Gcode from a local folder, you just need to load the file intoFlashprint at the status of USB connection or WIFI connection, then click the [Print]button on the top-right.●Load the target Gcode file into FlashPrint.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-82273989637-9●Click the [Print] button, the PC will transfer the Gcode file to the printer.7-10● After finishing transferring, the printer will heat up automatically. And when heatingfinishes, the print will start to build the model.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-82273989647.2.3 Print from USB Flash Disk①Insert your USB flash disk with target .g or .gx file to your GuiderⅡ. .②Turn on the GuiderⅡ. Make sure the build plate has been leveled and the filamentis loaded.③Tap [Print] and then tap the SD Card icon in the middle. The file(s) will bedisplayed on the screen. Select the file you want to print and tap [Print]. The file willbe transferred to the printer.⑥And the printer will heat up the nozzle automatically and start to print after thenozzle reaches the aimed temperature.,Abort：To stop heating and printing. Once you tap [Abort], the process is irreversible.Pause：To suspend the print job, you can tap it again to resume it. You can use thisfunction when you want to change the filament halfway.7-11
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398965Chapter 8: Advanced PrintingWhen you get familiar with your Guider Ⅱ, you will definitely want to accomplishsome advanced prints. This chapter will take you to get to know the advanced printingskills.Expert Mode grants the users more freedom of parameter edition. There are twomodes are available for users, one is “Basic Mode” and the other is “Expert Mode”.8-1Select Profile: Allows users to select the required scheme. There are three options forusers (low/standard/high/high) and the default is PLA standard. Different schemescorrespond to different parameter settings. High-quality scheme produceshigh-resolution object but at a low speed. On the contrary, low-quality schemeproduces low-resolution object but at a high speed. When printing with PLA, userswill find a “hyper” option available.General:a. Layer Height
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398966Thickness of each layer. The less thickness of layers, the more time will be used andthe better model will be printed.b. First Layer HeightWhen printed with thinner layers, comparative thicker bottom layer could improveadhesion and tolerance for non-perfect build plates.2）Speeda. Base Print Speed: The fiducial value of extuder’s movement speed duringprinting(For subsequent speeds counting ). With a lower speed, the printer can build anobjects with higher resolution and more smoothness.b. Speed at which extruder moves when not extruding filament.c. Minimum Speed: The minimum extruder’s movement speed during printingd. First Layer Maximum Speed: The max printing speed for printing the firstlayer(Note: It’s invalid to the model which has a raft )e. First Layer Maximum Travel Speed: The max travel speed for printing the firstlayer(Note: It’s invalid to the model which has a raft )3）TemperatureIt displays the temperature of “Extruder”.4）Retractiona. Retraction Length: Amount of retraction. Retraction can help users reduce stringingor oozing during printing. (The default value shall be suggested.)b. Speed: Speed at which the filament is retracted. The default value shall besuggested.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398967Perimeter1）Thicknessa . Shell Count: Numbers of laps for each layer’s shell. Maximum: 10; Minimum: 1.b. Maximum Path Overlap: Max amount of overlapping extrusion for some models,especially small models.2）Speed:a. Exterior Speed: Speed at which the exterior shell is printed.b. Visible Interior Speed: Speed at which the visible interior shell is printed.c. Invisible Interior Speed: Speed at which the invisible interior shell is printed.3）Start Pointsa. Mode: There are two options for Start Point mode. One is “closest to specificlocation”, the other is “use random start points”.b. X: The coordinate value of Xc. Y: The coordinate value of Y8 -2
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398968InfillGenerala. Top Solid Layer: Number of solid layers on the upper surface of model.b. Bottom Solid Layer: Number of solid layers on the under surface of model.c. Fill Density: Determines the interior solidity of the model.d. Fill Pattern: Determines the infill pattern used for the interior of part, Hexagon infillhas higher strength and Line infill take less print time.e. Start Angle: Angle of the infill’s first layerf. Overlap Perimeter: The overlap width between the infill and the shell.g. Vase Mode: When enabled, the interior infill and top solid infill will notprinted.(Using this option will force 0% infill with only a single perimeter)2) Speeda . Solid Speed: Speed at which the top/bottom parts are printed.b. Sparse Speed: Speed at which the infill is printed.3）Combine Infilla. Maximum Combine Layers: Select the layer amount according to the layer height.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398969The total height shall not be over 0.4mm.b. Combine Mode: Including “Sparse and Solid” and “Sparse Only”. “Sparse Only”mode only applies for the inner infill layers.Support1）Generala. Enable Support: Allows users to turn on/off the support option. Support structurecan prevent the model from collapsing. If choosing “Yes”, then both treelike and linearsupports are available for setting up. If choosing “No”, then both treelike and linearsupports are unavailable for setting up.2）Treelikea. Speed: Speed at which the treelike supports are printed.b. Space to Model(X/Y): The gap between the treelike supports and the model contactsurface (in the X/Y directions).c. Shell Count: To control the printing laps for support’s outer shell.3）Lineara. Speed: Speed at which the linear supports are printed.b. Space to Model(X/Y): The gap between the treelike supports and the model contactsurfaces (in the X/Y directions).c. Space to Model(Z): The distance between the treelike supports and the model8-4
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398970contact surface (in the Z direction).d. Path Space: The distance between the adjoining paths.Additions1）Rafta . Enable Raft: Enable to print raft during printing. Raft could help the model stick tothe build plate.b. Margin: The distance between raft’s outline and outline of model’s first layer. If theraft is enabled, the extra raft area around the object is also enabled. Increasing themargin will create a stranger raft while using more materials and leaving less area foryour object.c. Space to Model(Z): The gap between the raft top and the model’s first layer.2）Pre-extrusiona . Enable Pre-extrusion: Enable the extruder to pre-extrusion until .b. Space to Model: The maximum distance between the pre-extruded filament andmodel’s first layer.C.Path Length: The filament length of pre-extrusion.d. Speed: The printing speed of pre-extrusion.3）Wall8-5
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398971a. Enable Wall: Enable the extruder to print wall during printing. Enabling wall canprevent the object from stringing or oozing to some extent.b. Shell Count: To control the printing laps for support shell.c. Space to Model: The minimum distance between the wall and model.d. Speed: Speed at which the wall is printed.Advanced1）Stepper Motor Voltage(Usually keep default)a. X-Axis: Voltage parameter of X-axis stepper motor. The bigger the value is, themore heater will produce.b. Y-Axis: Voltage parameter of Y-axis stepper motor. The bigger the value is, themore heater will produce.c. Z-Axis: Voltage parameter of Z-axis stepper motor. The bigger the value is, themore heater will produce.d. A-Axis: Voltage parameter of right-extruder stepper motor. The bigger the value is,the more heater will produce.e. B-Axis: Voltage parameter of left-extruder stepper motor. The bigger the value is,the more heater will produce.2）Othersa.Extrusion Ratio: The filament amount extruded by the extruder. Default: 109%8-6
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398972Max:125% (Usually the default ratio is suggested)b. Path Width: The width of the path, the default value is 0.4mm. Keeping default issuggested.c. Path Resolution: The default value is 0.1mm. The bigger the value is, the lower theextrusion resolution is. On the contrary, the extrusion resolution is much higher.OthersDimensional Adjustmenta. Enable Adjustments: Enable software to make compensation for errors.b. External Compensation: Enable software to make compensation for the outerdiameter error.c. Internal Compensation: Enable software to make compensation for the innerdiameter error.8-88-7
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398973Save as newAllows users to save the model as a new file after parameter modification.How to do?After getting all the required parameters modified, click [Save as new], then adialogue box will pop up. Users need to enter the file name into the box, then click[OK]. Click the drop-down menu of [Select Profile], the new added scheme can befound in the list.RemoveAllows the users to delete the added scheme(s). Select one of the added schemes, click[Remove] and a dialogue box will pop up for confirmation. Click [Yes] to remove it orclick [No] to cancel the current operation.Restore Default: Allows users to restore to the default settings.Save Configuration: Allows users to save the present configuration.8.1 Skills on Supports(Reference Video：Skills on Supports)Support structures enable the printing of models with steep overhangs and cantileveredsections. The Guider Ⅱ3D printer utilizes Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF)technology, which works on the additive manufacturing principle of heating and layingdown material layer by layer to create an object. Many sophisticated 3D print designsrequire materials to be deposited on a layer where there was not a previous layer, orthe designs have steep angles which might cause undesired drooping during the print.In these cases, support structures are needed to ensure objects integrity and printquality.①Principle of 45 DegreesGenerally speaking, if the 3D model has an overhang of more than 45 degrees, you
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398974will need supports. This angle is determined by the material, layer height, extrusionwidth, and temperature. It is critical to adjust the support structures accordingly toensure the best print result, especially for large 3D prints.The principle is raised by astage designer and widely accepted among the 3D printing industry.②Principle of ProportionalityAs for the application of supports, users are suggested to comply with the principle ofproportionality. Even though the supports algorithm has been developing, addingsupports intelligently cannot be realized at present. Therefore, users are alwaysoriented in adding the supports. As we all know, excessive supports will definitelyresult in difficulty in supports removal, while limited supports cannot ensure thestability of the model. Since FashPrint has the function of manual modification, userscan add proper supports to their models according to the daily experience and theacademic principles.●Support TypesLinear Support Structure：Suitable for models with large-area overhang(s).Features：Full coverage of supports improves the model stability. But the supports onthe surface are difficult to be removed and will definitely reduce the print quality.Treelike Support Structure：Suitable for models with small area overhang(s).(Youare suggested printing a raft)Features：Treelike support structure is proprietary to Flashforge Corporation. And thisstructure can save support material and can be easily removed. However, comparedwith the linear support structure, it’s of less stability. So you are suggested to manuallyadd more supports after auto-generating treelike supports.Auto-supportsEg：1) Model with Large-area Overhang
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398975Right:Treelike support structureWrong:Linear support structure
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-82273989762) Model with Small-area OverhangRight:Treelike support structure
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398977Wrong:Linear support structureManual Modification8-9For the experienced 3D printer users, the [Add] and [Delete] buttons are suggestedusing for manually adding or deleting supports.
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-82273989781）Manual Add8-10You can add the support structure manually to according to the actual shape of themodel.Left click [Add] on the left, and then click on the position when support structure is
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398979needed. Press down the left mouse button and drag to generate the support.2）Manual Delete8-11Like the picture above, a hole inside the model doesn’t need any supports.Left click the [Delete] button and then left click the supports needed deleting. And thesupport will be deleted.8.2 Control over Printing Quality①Enhance the build plate adhesiveness●Leveling the build plate●Keeping the build plate smooth and tidy● Using the build tape or glue②Adjusting the printing speed●Low (Fast) (Print Speed 80mm/s Travel Speed 100mm/s)●Standard (Print Speed 60mm/s Travel Speed 80mm/s)● High (Slow) (Print Speed 50mm/s Travel Speed 70mm/s)● Hyper (Print Speed 50mm/s Travel Speed 70mm/s)
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-82273989808.3 Skills of Model PlacementNot all the models are in the right positions after being loaded. Therefore, you need toplace it in an appropriate position for better print quality. Such as the models below,you need to put one of the surfaces onto the platform.(Please refer to 5.1.12-⑦Surfaceto Platform)①②③Improper Proper8-12Improper Proper8-14Improper Proper8-13
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398981Further Reading：Cut FunctionLeft-click on the model to select it and double-click on the Cut icon to set the cutplane. The direction and position are available for setting.E.g：As for a big model or an irregular model, you need to cut it into several parts so as toreduce the printing limitation and to better the print quality. Look at the model below:Picture 8-15 is the preview of the model’s original placement and Picture 8-16 is thepreview of the model with support structure.8-15(8-16) Model with support structure8-16
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398982(8-17) Looking at the Picture 8-16, we will definitely find that the complex supportswill influence the smoothness of the model. By analyzing the model’s feature, cuttingfrom the Y plane will be suitable.8-17(8-18) The model preview after cutting.8-18
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398983(8-19) Click [Edit]--[Surface to Platform] to put the flat surfaces onto the platform.7-10Comparison8-19
GuiderⅡUser Guide | www.flashforge.com 0086-0579-8227398984Chapter 9: Supports and ServiceFlashforge team is on standby and ready to help you with any challenges you mayhave with your GuiderⅡ. If the issues or questions are not covered in this User Guide,you can seek for solutions on our official website or contact us via telephone.There are solutions and instructions to common issues that can be found in ourknowledge base. Have a look first as most basic questions are answered there.http://www.flashforge.comThe Flashforge support team can be reached by e-mail or phone between the workinghours of 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. PST Monday through Saturday. In case you contact usduring after-hours, your inquiry will be answered the following business day.Note: Because of changing different filament the extruder maybe blockaded. It’snot owing to quality issue, and outside the scope of 400 hours life. If usersencounter this problem, please contact our after-sale department and finish cleanwork according to their instruction.Tel：86-0579-89316036QQ：2850862986 2850863000 2853382161ADD：No. 518, Xianyuan Road, Wucheng, Jinhua, Zhejiang*When contacting support, please have your serial number ready. Theserial number is a bar code on the back of your GuiderⅡ.”

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