Creality CFS Parts Replacement Guide

The Creality CFS is a powerful intelligent multi-material management system. During use, some components may wear out or malfunction, impacting print quality. To help users quickly resolve issues and resume printing, we have prepared this CFS Component Replacement Guide .

Building on our previous introduction to the key functions , workflow, and common troubleshooting solutions for the CFS, we believe you already have a basic understanding of how it operates. This guide provides step-by-step instructions for replacing CFS parts, enabling you to efficiently address issues and keep your device performing at its best.

CFS Display Screen Replacement

Prepare Tools for Replacement Here are some tools you may need to prepare:

Phillips screwdriver New display screen L-wrench Step-by-step Tutorial： 1. Remove the front cover of CFS

Gently remove the front cover with your hands from the outside, being careful not to tear the cable behind the cover

2. Unplug the cable

Gently unplug the connecting cable from the back of the display screen, making sure the power is disconnected

3. Remove four screws

Use a Phillips screwdriver to remove the four screws from the display screen mainboard

4. Take out the display screen

At this point, you can remove the display screen that needs to be replaced by hand and replace it with a new one

CFS Hub (CFS Five-way Connector) Replacement

Tools for CFS Hub Replacement L-wrench x1 New five-way component x1 Step-by-step Guide 1. Remove the PTFE pipe Place the bottom side of the CFS on while ensuring that the power is disconnected. Note that you need to press the terminal of the pneumatic connector before pulling out, otherwise the pneumatic connector may be pulled out.

2. Remove the hub assembly fixing screws Remove the five screws from the hub assembly

3. Disconnect 4 PTFE tubes Remove the PTFE tube from the limit slot first

Disconnect the 4 PTFE tubes connected to the CFS. Please note that the terminal of the pneumatic connector must be pressed before pulling out, otherwise it may be pulled out

4. Disconnect the hub assembly cable Disconnect cables from the motor and bottom control panel to take out the hub assembly

5. Connect the new hub assembly cable A wide cable is connected to the motor and a small cable is connected to the adapter plate

6. Connect 4 PTFE tubes Connect the 4 PTFE tubes connected by CFS. Please note that the terminal of the pneumatic connector must be pressed before pulling out, otherwise the air head may be pulled out.

Press into the limit line slot

7. Install the hub assembly fixing screws Filament intlet of CFS Replacement

Tools L-shaped hex wrench Filament intlet Step-by-step Guide 1. Unplug four PTFE tubes 2. Remove four screws Remove the five screws from the hub assembly

3. Pull out the entire filament intlet Place the entire CFS box upright, manually pull out the entire filament intlet

4. Unplug the cable Remove the cable cover, unplug the cable from the motor adapter board

5. Remove the entire filament intlet 6. Remove two screws & unplug the cable Locate the filament intlet that needs to be replaced, unscrew the fixing screws, and remove two cable wires

7. Remove the filament intlet that needs to be replaced Remove the filament intlet to be replaced along the direction of the PTFE tube.

Creality CFS Mainboard Replacement

Tools L-shaped hex wrench Cutting pliers Step-by-step Guide 1. Remove the hub outlet assembly by unscrewing 5 screws 2. Remove the filament tube 3. Pull out the entire filament intlet Place the entire CFS box upright, manually pull out the entire filament intlet

4. Unplug the cable Remove the cable cover, unplug the cable from the motor adapter board

5. Remove the entire filament intlet 6. Remove two screws & unplug the cable Locate the filament intlet that needs to be replaced, unscrew the fixing screws, and remove two cable wires

7. Remove the filament intlet that needs to be replaced Remove the filament intlet to be replaced along the direction of the PTFE tube.

Replace CFS Desiccant The drying bin size: 120mm*85mm*20mm

1. There are two desiccant compartments in the CFS warehouse to keep the air inside the CFS dry, thereby protecting the filaments from moisture.

2. Put your fingertips against the small port above the mesh cover and remove it.

3. Remove the mesh cover and take out the desiccant bag which needs to be replaced.

4. Before loading the new desiccant, tear off the outer packing bag, remove the desiccant, and put it back into the compartment in the CFS.

5. The last step is to cover the desiccant compartment with a mesh cover. Insert the bottom side of the mesh cover first, and then push the top in until it snaps into place.

6. Repeat for the other desiccant compartment.

Note: The composition of the desiccant is calcium chloride, which can be purchased but not reused.

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