User Manual

Dear Customer!

VSHAPER 3D printer combines exceptional ease of use and excellent efficiency. After reading the manual, the use of the printer will not be a problem.

The printer, which left the factory has been thoroughly tested in terms ofsecurity and functionality prior to dispatch. Every machine is tested in the factory.You will find a sample print made by your printer in the box.

Please read all the instructions carefully before starting the device.Reading the manual and complying with its terms prevents the users from improper use.

The manual must be kept in a safe and accessible place. You should follow theinstructions carefully in order to avoid any accidents.

PLEASE NOTE!

The printer can be operated only after reading this manual.The manufacturer reserves the right to make changes having no impact

on the operation ofthe device.

Do you have any doubts? Not everything you read in the manual is understandable - visitwww.vshaper.com website, use the Technical Support section or call theTechnical Support Center where you will get comprehensive help +48 801-011-637

Manufacturer:

Verashape Tomasz Szymańskiul. Wyspiańskiego 27A35-111 RzeszówNIP: 813-174-08-59

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Table of contents

Safety

Technical specification

How does it work?

Package contents

Description of the device

Getting started

Filament application

Material feeding process

Working platform

Platform auto-leveling

Manual platform leveling

User interface

SOFTSHAPER

Software Installation

Software interface

First run

Model loading

Model rotation

Selecting printing parameters

Printing path generation

Printing path analysis

Saving the file

Loading the program into 3D Printer

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Safety

Now, before we move on, please refer to the several important principles of security.

Get acquainted with safety symbols:

Warning: VSHAPER contains heating elements. Wait for approx. 30 min. afterthe printing is finished for VSHAPER to cool down, before you touch the print, heated platform (option) or the printing head.

Warning: VSHAPER contains moving elements, that can cause injury. Never reach inside the VSHAPER while it is in operation.

Warning: There is a risk of electric shock. Do not remove the printer guards. Any repair, or service of the product done by the user himself are not allowed. Should a need arise, contact the manufacturer.

Due to the fact that the VSHAPER printer elements heat up, we recommendwearing protective gloves while operating the device.

Terms of use of the VSHAPER Printer:

Note:

• Never leave the VSHAPER printer unattended during operation. • Use only certified FILSHAPER filaments. • Do not place any items on the printer. • Never touch the printed item while it’s being printed. This may result in burns or print deformity. • In case of emergency disconnect the VSHAPER printer from the wall socket. • The VSHAPER printer melts plastic during printing (plastic odors are emitted during this operation - make sure to set up the printer in a well-ventilated area).

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Technical specification

Printing parametersPrinting technologyWorkspaceResolutionThe accuracy of the position of the layersPositioning accuracyExtruderPrint temperaturePrint nozzle diameterAutomatic Nozzle CleaningConstruction

Working platformAreaExchangeable working platformPlatform auto-leveling

FilamentFilament diameterFilament feeding accuracyRecommended material

Mechanical and electrical parametersConstruction Housing Z axis XY axis EnginesThe volume of noise during printing Power supply

ControlProcessor Touch panel Display Interfaces

SoftwareFiles Control software

Operating system

Dimensions and weightExternal dimensionsWeight

Fused Filament Fabrication215 x 215 x 200 mm0.05 mm - 0.3 mm

30 μmXY 11 μm / Z 2 μm

Single head VPREC-GOMax 250oC

0.4 mmYes

Closed

PlasticYesYes

1.75 mm1 μmPLA

Powdered steelDibond

Ball screwLinear guides

NEMA17< 45 dB

100-240V ~ 2A, 50-60 Hz

LPC1769 - ARM® Cortex®-M3 MCU 32 BitYes

OLED (256/64 px)USB, SD Card, WiFi

.obj .stl .amf .dae SOFTSHAPER (intuitive interface)

Four–step code creation:• Load model

• Set printing parameters• Generate• Confirm

Possibility of loaded models scalingWindows (7/8/10), Mac OSX (10.8/10.9), Linux (Ubuntu 10.04+)

580 x 450 x 450 mm30 kg

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How does it work ?

The VSHAPER GO creates three-dimensional objects using FILSHAPER PLA (ABS option) by adding layer-upon-layer of melted material. This technology is called Fused Filament Fabrication (FFF).

The prints are created from your three-dimensional digital model and saved in .obj, .stl, .amf, or .dae. To obtain a print on your VSHAPER GO you need to import a digital model to SOFTSHAPER (which is included in the printing set or can be downloaded from the producer’s webpage). A file prepared in such a way needs to be imported into the printer in .gcod format via Wi-Fi or uploaded onto SD Card.

When printing with VSHAPER GO, you do not need to worry about its calibration before printing, all stages are performed automatically (nozzle cleaning, platform leveling).

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Package contents

The kit includes everything you need to use the VSHAPER GO printer, including the material to be printed. In order to purchase larger quantities of material or exchangeable magnetic plates visit VSHAPER.COM.

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WiFi SD CARD Power Cord

Sample FILSHAPER User Manual

Removable upper lid

GO Extruder

LCD Screen

SD Card Slot

Navigation buttons

Exchangable magnetic plate

Platform regulation knob

VSHAPER logo

Filament feeder

Filament holder

Filament

Power input port

Power On switch

Description of the device

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Getting started

To move the VSHAPER GO you need to remove the upper lid and transport it, grasping the handles mounted on the device.

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Remove the upper lid before taking the printer out of the box.

Take the device out of the box using dedicated handles.Assistance when lifting recommended.

Take out the power cord.You will find it in the filament chamber.

Take out the box with the filament.You will find it in the printing chamber.

Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet and power input port.The power input port is located at the back of the

printer.

Switch the power onThe power on button is located next to the power

input port.

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Pace the filament spool on the handle.

Insert the tip of the filament into the feeder.

Turn on the material feeding process.The process is described underneath.

Go to FILAMENT options.

Select LOAD.

Wait for the nozzle to heat up.The material feeding process will start automatically.

Filament application

Material feeding process

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After selecting LOAD, the head will move under the cleaner, the material will be fed and the cleaner will remove excess material extruded from the nozzle.

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Working platform

VSHAPER GO is equipped with exchangeable magnetic plate which enables the user to remove the printed item from the working platform in an easy way.

NOTE: ABS printing device (option) has an immovable heated platform.

In order to purchase a new plate for VSHAPER GO visit the producer’s webpage or con-tact your supplier.

Extruder nozzle.

Nozzle cleaner.

Wastebasket for the extruded filament

Exchangeable plate.

Material feeding process

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Auto-leveling sensor.During auto-leveling process the sensor slides out of

the extruder. When the measurement is taken, the

sensor should slide back in.

Platform auto-leveling

Prior to each printing process your device will measure the working platform and level it, ensuring the first print layer is be placed accurately.

Please note: Before setting the print make sure there’s nothing on the working platform, otherwise there might be a collision.

Working platform measurement is executed in three different points.

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Manual platform levelingTo regulate the table manually you need to tighten or loosen three screw-on tops, located at the bottom of working platform.

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Printing time

Nozzle temperature

Print cooling

Chamber temperature (ABS option)

The name of the print

Printing progress

User interface

STATUS

This option allows the user to check the printing progress and control the parameters of nozzle temperature, print cooling and chamber temperature (option).

LET’S GO

This option allows the user to choose the model to print.

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FILAMENT

This option enables you to load filament into or unload filament from the extruder. To load the material select LOAD and to change it select REMOVE. After the option is selected the nozzle starts to heat up and the progress of the printing process is displayed on the screen.

To additionally extrude or retract material you need to select EXTRUDE or RETRACT.If the nozzle is cold, first it will heat up to 230°C, you can follow the progress of the process on the screen. Next, you need to define the amount of material you want to extrude. Each time you select YES in the EXTRUDE FILAMENT window, the nozzle will extrude 5mm of the material.

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MOTORS - Switching off the engines

CHAMBER HEAT - Switching on/off chamber heating (ABS option)

COOL FAN - Switching on/off print cooling

EXTRUDER - Setting extruder temperature

PRINT SPEED - Increasing/decreasing printing speed

BED LEVELING - Platform auto-leveling

User interface

SERVICE

This option enables the user to set the printing parameters manually. It allows the user to switch off the engines, accelerate the printing while the printing process is in progress and auto level the platform.

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SOFTSHAPER

SOFTSHAPER software is dedicated for VSHAPER printers. It is made and modified by Verashape company.

The application is an integral part of 3D printing process.

The user levels and sets the model on a platform, chooses technological parameters for printing and generates NC code, which is then imported into the printer. SOFTSHAPER stands out from other 3D printing software as being more intuitive with high quality generated paths.

In different solutions the process of converting paths takes place after each modification in the program, which causes decrease in performance. SOFTSHAPER allows the user togenerate the head paths by selecting GENERATE. The 3D printing process is setusing the 3D printer panel, and the code of the program is saved in the printer's memory.

SOFTSHAPER software requirements: • Windows XP or newer • A Minimum of 512 MB of RAM • At least 200 MB free hard disk space • A Minimum of Pentium 4 processorRecommended requirements: • 2 GB of RAM • 500 MB free hard disk space • Intel Core 2-2.0 GhzCompatible file formats for 3D models: • .STL • .OBJ • .DAE • .AMG

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Software installation

1. Make sure that your computer meets the minimum software requirements. 2. Download software for your printer directly from the producer’s webpage: http://files.vshaper.com/VSHAPER-GO.zip

3. Extract the file. 4. Install the software. 7. After installing the software, a shortcut will be created on the screen. 8. Clicking the VSHAPER abbreviation starts the program.

Software interface

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Load model

Print parametersGenarate

Save

Advanced 1Transparent

NormalReverseScaling

Mirror

Working field

Choosing VSHAPER GO

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Imports model and positions it in the middle of the table.

Available file formats : .STL, .OBJ, .DAE, .AMG, .BMP, .JPG, .JPEG, .PNG.

Opens the window with basic technological print parameters.

Generates printing nozzle paths based on parameters set before.

Saves NC code, generated earlier, in the location chosen by the user.

Settings that modify the shape of generated paths.

Changes the view of a model into transparent.

Changes the view of a model into solid.

Functions that modify the location of the model by rotating it.

Features allowing you to change the size of the model by scaling or

by typing in specified model dimensions.

Changes the position of the model on the platform by reflecting it

along the axis of the coordinate system.

Checkerboard determines the size of the working area of the printer.

Elements exceeding that size will be highlighted in gray and will

not be printed. Elements fitting in that area are yellow.

When starting the printer for the first time, you should select

VSHAPER GO from the list of available printers.

DescriptionNo. Option

First run

When starting the printer for the first time, the first thing you need to do is select VSHAPER GO from the list of available printers. To do that, go to EXPERT SETTINGS I, select VSHAPER GO and accept with OK.

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Model loading

Select IMPORT MODEL, and choose a file from your location.

Model rotation

To rotate the model select ROTATE. You can rotate the model by clicking on a chosen axis.

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Selecting printing parameters

To set printing parameters go to PRINTING SETTINGS. The default settings are the standard settings, the user can completely change them.

Selecting printing parameters

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Printing path generation

To generate a code for the printer select GENERATE. The program will generate the paths and inform the user about the estimated printing time.

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Printing path analysis

To display the printing paths analysis click on an icon located in the right corner at the bottom of the screen.

Saving the file

To save the file, click SAVE.

Loading the program into 3D Printer

SD Card

The VSHAPER GO printer is equipped with an SD Card placed on the front panel, next to the screen. The card is factory installed on the printer. To remove it gently press the end of the card until it clicks and let go. It should slightly move in your direction. When it does, grab it with two fingers and remove. When inserting the card again, make sure the points of contact are on the right hand side – refer to the picture. Press gently until you hear it click.

Wi-Fi SD Card allows of wireless connection with the printer. Search through available Wi-Fi networks on your computer, look for VSHAPERGO_XXXXX.

After connecting to the printer, open your search engine and go to http://vshapergo/ or 192.168.0.1. The site allows the user to view the SD files and upload new G-code files.

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Once the model is sent to the device, the added G-CODE will be visible in the file view. To remove the G-code from the device, select it in the file view and click DELETE.

You can also send the file using the „drag and drop” option.

Loading the program into 3D Printer

Wi-Fi Module

To add a file, click on LET’S GO logo. Select a G-code from your computer and click OPEN.

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kontakt@vshaper.com +48 17 853 00 62