gMax 1.5+ 2016 User Guide

[gCreate]

We are pleased to announce the release of the gMax 1.5+ 2016 User Guide. This 41 page guide includes instructions on operating your printer, maintenance, slicing information, LCD breakdown and many more tips.

Please note we are releasing it as a v0.9 draft version to gather feedback and make any final changes.

To download the PDF manual visit the link below:
http://forum.gcreate.com/downloads.php?view=detail&df_id=55

 

[gCreate_Kyle]

I am looking for content to add to the user guide. Let me know if anything should be added or expanded on.

Thanks

 

[Mrschomer]

Ok so I have had my gMax 1.5+ for almost a year and a half and I love it.. Since I purchased it I have added the heated bed and a BLtouch.

The question I have is in regards to maintenance. I am getting a slight squeak when the printer is doing the auto bed level sequence when the Z axis is moving. I have looked through the User Guide and I did not see any recommendation for lubricating the Acme lead screws. I was thinking about using a silicon spray but wanted to see if anyone else has had the issue.

Any help in eliminating my squeak would be highly appreciated.

 

[gCreate_Kyle]

Do not lubricate the lead screws. The lubricant will turn into a mess of black soot and eventually cause more friction. Do you have the nylon blocks with the tension adjustment? http://openbuildspartstore.com/anti-backlash-nut-block-for-8mm-metric-acme-lead-screw/

 

[Mrschomer]

Thanks Kyle,

I don't have the Nylon blocks with the tension adjustments. I'm assuming this is an upgrade part and I should order one for each lead screw?

 

[DForbes]

Do not lubricate the lead screws. The lubricant will turn into a mess of black soot and eventually cause more friction. Do you have the nylon blocks with the tension adjustment? http://openbuildspartstore.com/anti-backlash-nut-block-for-8mm-metric-acme-lead-screw/

If they are squeaking, which way do you turn, tighten or loosen?

Dennis