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bassamanator committed Mar 28, 2024
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3. Lube the motion system. SavageLau has a good [video](https://youtu.be/lUvaA4fJWH0?) on this. The linear bearings on this printer as shielded, preventing dirt and other things such as a sufficient amount of lube, from getting inside. Packing the bearings with lube is _necessary_. I recommend [MOBILUX EP 2](https://www.grainger.ca/en/product/GREASE%2CMOBILUX-EP-2%2CGR390/p/ESO122132?analytics=orderHistory).
4. Adjust belt tension. This [video](https://user-images.githubusercontent.com/54855101/163674612-930d737d-0ab3-4056-a2b9-def2939db61f.mp4) is very helpful, you can read more about it [here](https://docs.vorondesign.com/tuning/secondary_printer_tuning.html#belt-tension). From that article, I prefer to the use `Carbon Drive` app, it's easy to use; aim for 110Hz. You don't necessarily have to get very technical about this, just make sure the belts are firm, strummable like a guitar string. ⚠️ _Do not overtighten!_
5. Make sure the gantry is square. This [video](https://youtu.be/N5qbWdmn0VM) is useful.
6. Move the printhead and buildplate back and forth, through the entire print range, by hand. Make sure there are no wires/cables that could obstruct the full, smooth range of motion.
6. 1. Move the printhead and buildplate back and forth, through the _entire_ print range, by hand. Make sure there are no wires/cables that could obstruct the full, smooth range of motion.
2. Now do the same again but using your printer's screen or dashboard (Mainsail, Fluidd, etc.).
7. [Retighten the nozzle](./howto.md#changing-nozzles), you will be sorry if you don't.
8. [Calibrate Esteps](./howto.md#calibrate-esteps).
9. If at any point you plan on connecting the printer to a computer, be sure to [put tape on the 5V pin](./howto.md#disable-usb-cable-5v-pin).
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