Step #02 - Dismantling the X Carriage (1/2)

Step #02 - Dismantling the X Carriage(1/2)

Tools needed

Allen Key 5mm

Instructions

  1. Remove the 8 screws that hold the gantry profile. Make sure to hold it firmly before removing the last screws (cf. photo below).
    1. Loosen the steel parts that hold the belt's tension and remove the belt from the aluminium profile.
      1. Slide the X carriage away from the aluminium profile.

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        You can ask a friend to help you with this step, in order to avoid dropping the aluminium profile or damaging the threads.