• The printer is a Prusa Core One +
• There are a multitude of types of filament (plastic) that the printer can print. Some plastics, such as ABS, can produce toxic / harmful vapors. The printer is currrently not equipped with an advanced filtration system, meaning these plastics SHOULD NOT be printed in the printer. For more information, visit this blog: https://siraya.tech/blogs/news/what-are-safety-concerns-for-a-filament-how-to-handle-them

• A slicer is the software used to turn the 3D model you want to print into “instructions” that the printer can read. The easiest software to use with the printer in our lab is called PrusaSlicer. The software is available for Windows, Mac, Linux, IOS, Android, etc. The setup process can be found here: https://www.prusa3d.com/p/prusaslicer/
• Prusa Connect is the software used to wirelessly send gcode files to the printer. Setup can be performed in the Prusa Slicer software.

Important Information

• When setting up PrusaSlicer, ensure that you select the PRUSA Core One profile, with the 0.4HF Nozzle.
• There is a multitude of different materials available for printing that require different profiles. BEFORE printing it is incredibly important you verify the type of filament inserted. Damage can occur if the hotend is not heated to the appropriate temperature for the type of filament.

1. Ensure the proper filament is loaded.
2. On the printer click Filament, and follow the instructions for what you would like to do. (Load, unload, etc.) Make sure you select the correct filament you are inserting, since this changes the required temperature of the hotend, bed, and enclosure.

1. Different materials require a different print bed. Currently the only bed we have is a smooth plate, which works great for PLA. If using PETG or other materials, reference Prusa's website for the proper bed plate to use.
2. Ensure that you clean the bed with IPA Alcohol, and leave no fingerprints behind. Fingerprints will reduce adhesion on the bed and cause prints to separate / fail.
3. Ensure that the bed is fully put in place to the locking mechanism.

1. Remove USB Stick from Printer
2. Connect USB stick to computer and drag / drop GCode file to USB Stick
3. Insert USB stick to printer
4. Click “Print”
5. Once print has completed, remove USB stick and delete GCode file.

1. In Prusa Slicer, click “Send to prusa connect