This article provides a comprehensive guide to troubleshooting several common issues with the Creality Ender 3 V3 KE 3D Printer, including problems with OTA online upgrades, hot end clogging after ABS printing, filament feeding issues, and leveling problems.
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Abnormal noise during the movement of the Y-axis.
2.1 Abnormal noise caused by the nozzle scraping the model during filling.
2.2 Improperly connected motor wires, leading to abnormal motor noise.
2.3 The belt is too loose.
3.1 Use the default parameters in the latest slicing software to print or select the zigzag fill default parameters. (The latest version of slicing software can be downloaded)
3.2 Re-adjust the Y-belt. (+ illustration)
3.3 Re-plug the motor wire of the abnormal sound motor.
3.4 Power off, unplug the motor wire, move the Y-axis by hands, check if there is still abnormal noise,
After clicking "Home", the X or Y axis hits the limit switch.
Endstop switch error, unable to trigger.
3.1 Measure the continuity of the X and Y-axis limit switches.
(The Y-axis limit switch continuity is consistent with the X-axis, measuring continuity between 1, 3 and 2, 3, when the contact blade is pressed down)
3.2 Measure the resistance to ground of the X and Y axis limit switches.
After initiating the homing process, the X-axis does not engage the endstop; subsequently, the Y-axis executes the homing sequence triggering the endstop, followed by the X-axis reversing and making an impact.
Endstop Exception Triggered, Limit Switch Damaged or Main Control Chip Faulty.
3.1 Check the continuity of the X and Y-axis limit switches.
(The Y-axis limit switch should have the same readings as the X-axis, which involves checking the continuity between terminals 1 and 3, as well as 2 and 3 when the actuator is depressed.)
3.2 After checking the above steps, if the problem still cannot be solved, please contact after-sales service cs@creality.com.
The machine's filament detection indicates the presence of materials, a material shortage warning pops up during the printing process: Current filament have been used up, printing has been paused, please replace the filament.
2.1 Assembly without disconnecting the material detection line.
2.2 Assembly when the gantry frame profile presses the material detection line.
Dismantle the gantry, reinstall and plug in the filament detection line (including the mainboard end). Be careful not to pinch the filament detection line during the installation process of the gantry.
The machine pops up an error message indicating an anomaly with the AI LiDAR system.
The AI Laser Radar accessory is not installed, but the features related to AI Laser Radar - first layer detection, flow calibration - were selected on the screen.
Turn off the first layer detection, flow calibration function and restore factory settings, then perform a self-diagnostic again.
1. Phenomenon Description
The slice preset temperature fluctuated from 210 to 203 during printing.
2. Cause Analysis
This is caused by the automatic temperature function being turned on by default in the slicing software.
3. Troubleshooting and Solution
It is recommended that users turn on the automatic temperature function. The model slicing algorithm is adjusted according to the flow and characteristics (model characteristics), especially in small places. Take the comprehensive model as an example.
The top part of the tower becomes a lower temperature (200 degrees), which can effectively reduce drawing. The normal temperature printing at the bottom can effectively ensure model accuracy, assembly, etc.
1. Phenomenon Description
The IP has been filled in the slicing software device interface and it shows that the printer has been successfully connected, but the device cannot be found in the interface.
2. Cause Analysis
The user did not check model matching.
Select the model matching to see the machine you just connected.
Layer Shifting during the printing process (Please note the difference between layer shifting and layer lines problems)
2.1 Belt loosening.
2.2 Extruder kit wobbling.
2.3 Nozzle scrapes the infill area when printing large volume models.
2.4 Support setting issues leading to unstable models.
3.1 Check if the belt installation position is deviated, and whether the belt tension is normal.
Leveling / During printing, the build plate is damaged or scraped by the nozzle.
Anomaly in the high module causes the nozzle to constantly collide with the bottom left corner of the platform during leveling.
Please contact after-sales service cs@creality.com to assist in Problem-solving.
The screen error, indicating that the motor drive is abnormal.
2.1 Motor wire damage, short circuit.
2.2 The mainboard cooling fan does not spin, causing the motor driver chip to overheat and error.
3.1 Inspect if there are any loose connections or damages to the motor wires.
3.2 Check if the motherboard cooling fan is running normally. If abnormal, refer to the troubleshooting method for fan not spinning to identify the problem.
The printed model exhibits layer lines.
2.1 Gantry assembly loosening.
2.2 Z-axis V-wheel stuttering or loosening.
2.3 Four screws fixing the extruder backplate are loose.
2.4 The belt is loose.
2.5 Nozzle assembly is loose.
2.6 Severe wobbling of the Y-axis heated bed or heated bed slider plate.
3.1 Refer to the unboxing video to reassemble the gantry.
3.2 Check if the Z-axis V-wheel is stuck or loose, and whether the Z-axis movement is smooth.
3.3 Check if the nozzle assembly's fixing screws are loose.
3.4 Re-adjust the tension of the X and Y axis belts.
The model or the part of the model does not stick to the bed.
2.1 If there is a slight non-stick problem, it may be that before leveling, the nozzle's or platform's left filaments resulting in inaccurate height.
2.2 The X-axis is tilted, resulting in partial non-sticking of large-size models.
2.3 The height's adjustment module is abnormal, resulting in inaccurate height, lamination, and nozzle scraping platform problems.
3.1 Clean the nozzle and platform plate and re-level them.
3.2 You can fine-tune the Z-axis compensation according to the printing effect when printing the first layer.
3.3 Refer to the after-sales video to adjust the structure. https://www.crealitycloud.com/post-detail/65b0dd52a5dfec64648b2e80
3.4 If the above is still not resolved, please contact customer service cs@creality.com.
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