Some of the most common faults in 3D printers include nozzle clogging, poor tensioning of drive belts or incorrect table level adjustment.
To protect your printer from malfunctions and damage, first of all follow the manufacturer's recommendations.
It is good practice to regularly maintain and clean the equipment after use. During the printing process, excess plastic can settle in the nozzle opening of the printer. These unwanted residues can be removed with a brush, special wire or acetone. It is also a good idea to heat up the nozzle to a suitable temperature, which will make it easier to remove the impurities.
For example, if you have been printing in ABS and you are changing your filament to PLA, it is advisable to set the temperature appropriate for ABS during the change, so that when the new filament is extruded, the old one, embedded in the nozzle, also flows out and does not stay in the head.
Reducing undesirable situations associated with the operation of our equipment goes hand in hand with the quality of the filaments, materials and used components. For filaments, it is also important to take care of surface cleanliness by using specialist sponge cleaners.