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[RED_TITLE]Stepper Drivers[/RED_TITLE] The gMax 2 Pro uses TMC2130 stepper drivers. The drivers have an adjustable potentiometer on the top for adjusting the maximum current. NEVER set the max current higher than the default from the LCD screen (machine parameters) or you risk damaging your...

[DIV_CONTAINER] [RED_TITLE]Tightening or Replacing Belts[/RED_TITLE] The gMax printer uses 6mm wide GT2 fiber reinforced timing belts. Use the guide below to replace or tighten the belts. Do not use metal reinforced belts as the tight radius of the pulleys will weaken the metal fibers over time...

[DIV_CONTAINER] [RED_TITLE]Dust and Debris[/RED_TITLE] [FLOAT_RIGHT][/FLOAT_RIGHT] The gMax was designed with robust components however all machines are susceptible to dust and debris causing performance issues especially if the electronics are not getting proper cooling. We recommend blowing...

[RED_TITLE]Firmware Error Codes[/RED_TITLE] • Homing Failed •Typically, this error is a result of the extruder not recognizing the X or Y axis minimum limits during homing. It also could be a result of the BLTouch not registering the home or false triggering as the extruder lowers. Make sure...

[RED_TITLE]Updating Touch Screen Firmware[/RED_TITLE] The LCD screen has its own firmware, configuration file and graphics theme (with icons and fonts). We recommend updating all 3 whenever you update the firmware. Note the LCD screen can load independently of the main board so make sure the...

[DIV_CONTAINER] [RED_TITLE]Updating Mainboard Firmware[/RED_TITLE] The gMax 2 Pro uses the popular Marlin 2.x open-source firmware and it has been tailored for the machine. We offer pre-compiled .bin files for the printer so updating is quick and easy. 1. Use a Micro SD card to install the...

[RED_TITLE]Extruder Motor Vibrating[/RED_TITLE] There are two main reasons for the extruder motor to be vibrating. Loose Motor Wire Connection Sometimes when the motor wire is loose, or improperly / not securely connected it can result in the motor vibrating. A motor wire is made up of 4...