Creality K1 3D Printer User Manual
- June 16, 2024
- Creality
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Creality K1 3D Printer User Manual
Dear Users
Thank you for choosing our products. For the best experience, please read this
User Manual carefully and strictly follow the instructions to operate the
printer. Our teams will always be ready to provide you with the best services.
Please contact us via the phone number or e-mail address provided at the end
of this User Manual when you encounter any problem with the printer. For a
better experience in using our products, you can also learn how to use the
printer in the following ways: Accompanied instructions: you can find the
relevant instructions and videos in the USB flash disk. You can also visit our
official website (https://www.creality.com) to find information regarding
software, hardware, contact information, device instructions, device warranty
information, and more.
NOTES
- Do not use the printer in any way other than described herein to avoid personal injury or property damage;
- Do not place the printer near any heat source or flammable or explosive objects. We suggest placing it in a well-ventilated, cool and dustless environment;
- Do not expose the printer to a violent vibration or any other unstable environment, as this may cause poor print quality;
- Please use recommended filaments to avoid clogging of the extrusion head and causing damage to the machine;
- Do not use the power cable of other products during installation. Always use a grounded three-prong power outlet, which accompanies the printer;
- Do not touch the nozzle and the heated bed during operation to avoid burns or personal injury;
- Do not wear gloves or wraps while operating the machine to prevent entrapment of movable parts that could cause crushing and cutting injuries to bodily parts;
- Use the provided tools to clean the filament from the extruder in time taking advantage of the residual temperature after printing. Do not touch the extruder directly when cleaning, otherwise it may cause burns;
- Clean the printer frequently. Clean the printer body with a dry cloth regularly after powering the printer, wipe away dust, bonded print filament and foreign objects on the guide rails;
- Children under 10 years old should not use the printer without supervision, otherwise, it may cause personal injury;
- Users should comply with the laws and regulations of the corresponding countries and regions where the equipment is located (used), abide by professional ethics, pay attention to safety obligations, and strictly prohibit the use of our products or equipment for any illegal purposes; Creality will not be responsible for any violators’ legal liability under any circumstance.
- Tip: Do not plug in or unplug wires on a charged basis.
About the Device
About the Printer
Device Specifications
Basic Parameters
P d d| K1
D m s s| 355355480mm
Machine Weight| 12 5
Max. Build Dimensions| 220220250mm
P| D
Ra d V a| 100-120V~/200-240V~，50/60Hz
Ra d P| 350W
Amb m a| 10℃-30℃ / 50°F-86°F
E d| Sprite Direct Drive
Supported Filament| PLA/TPU/PETG/ABS/PET/Carbon
Max. Heated Bed Temperature| 100℃
a N zz m a| 300℃
Us a| 4 3 s
P a| USB Flash Disk/LAN Printing
P L ss R v| Y s
am D| Y s
A v| Y s
Packing List
Unboxing
Unpacking Steps
Install the Product
- Take the touch screen out of the toolbox and connect the touch screen to the flat cable extended from the base according to Figure A.
- Then snap the touch screen into the slot in the baseplate, as shown in Figure B. (The direction is as shown in the figure; otherwise, the screen interface may be damaged.)
- Connection and power on Install the top cover.
- Install the material barrel.
- Load filaments. (Insert the filaments into the deepest part of the Teflon tube until it cannot be moved.)
- Install the top cover.
- Select a language and click “Next”, Remove three screws a, b and c according to the position indicated by the yellow arrow.
- click “OK” on the screen.
- Keep the blue cube in the figure clean of debris and then click “OK”.
Caution
Do not power up the machine while you are connecting or disconnecting the
touch screen. The flexible flat cable of the base is pulled lightly and broken
carefully.
Caution
- Please ensure the correct position for the power supply switch and mains before supply connection, to avoid damage to the device.
- If the mains are between 100V and 120V, please select the 115V for the power supply switch with a straight screwdriver.
- If the mains are between 200V and 240V, please select 230V for the power supply switch (the default is 230V) with a straight screwdriver
Power-on guide
- Network Settings
- Time Zone Settings
- Creality Cloud binding
Reminder: When the printing time of the device exceeds 300 hours, or if the printing platform or nozzles have been replaced, the distance between the platform and nozzles may change causing the first layer of the model not to stick firmly, resulting in printing failure. Please calibrate the platform regularly.
Note
The current interface is for reference only. Due to the continuous upgrading
of functions, it shall be subject to the latest firmware UI published on the
official website.
About the User Interface
Prepare
Note
The current interface is for reference only. Due to the continuous
upgrading of functions, it shall be subject to the latest firmware UI published
on the official website.
Files
- Local model
- Tips: Choosing print calibration can improve print quality
- Press and hold on the model to multi-select and copy it to a USB flash drive
- USB flash drive model
- History
Note: The current interface is for reference only. Due to the continuous upgrading of functions, it shall be subject to the latest firmware UI published on the official website.
Support
Note: The current interface is for reference only. Due to the continuous upgrading of functions, it shall be subject to the latest firmware UI published on the official website.
First Printing
USB flash disk Printing
- Insert the storage device
- USB flash drive model
- Choose a language and region;
- Choose a Printer
- Click on “Model Library” and select the model file;
- Select to download the model;
- Log into a Creality Cloud account;
- Start slicing;
- Selection of LAN printing;
- Add a device: a. Add by scanning;→Select a device;
- Device List；
- Add a device: b. Add a device by manually entering the IP address;
- Device Details。
Note: The current interface is for reference only. Due to the continuous upgrading of functions, it shall be subject to the latest firmware UI published on the official website.
LAN Printing
****Download at (www.crealitycloud.com) or find the software on a USB flash drive and install it.
Tips : the computer must be in the same local area network as the printer
Note: The current interface is for reference only. Due to the continuous
upgrading of functions, it shall be subject to the latest firmware UI published
on the official website.
LAN Printing
Choose a language and region
Functional Specification
Extrude
Note: The current interface is for reference only. Due to the continuous
upgrading of functions, it shall be subject to the latest firmware UI published
on the official website.
Tips and Routine Maintenance
If any of the above problems arise and cannot be resolved:
- Please visit https://www.crealitycloud.com/product, click “Products” select the right model, and then click “Related” to view the tutorials on after-sales service;
- Or contact our after-sales service center at +86 755 3396 5666, or send an e-mail to cs@creality.com.
Maintenance Items
Error code descriptions
Lubrication and maintenance
Tips : Please grease and lubricate the designated areas regularly (as shown in the picture).
Precautions for printing
Use and maintenance of flexible platform
- Together with the flexible platform after the printed model has been cooled down Remove from the device and partially bend the platform slightly to separate the model from the platform.
- (No excessive bending of the platform to prevent it from being deformed and unusable)
Cleaning of debris inside the chassis
- The residue of the platform filaments can be scraped off with a blade. Be cautious of safety when using.
- When the first layer of the model is not glued, it is recommended to apply glue stick evenly on the surface of the platform.
Reminder
Since the printing platform is quick-wear, it is recommended to replace the
printing platform regularly to ensure that the first layer of the model is
adhered to.
FCC Statement
FCC Caution
Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible
for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. This
device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
IMPORTANT NOTE
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and
can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used by the
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
- Connect the equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
FCC Radiation Exposure Statement
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an
uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with
a minimum distance of 20cm between the radiator& your body. Since each model
is different, the actual product may be different from the picture. Please
refer to the actual product. The final interpretation right belongs to Shenzhen
Creality 3D Technology Co., Ltd.
SHENZHEN CREALITY 3D TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
Add:18th Floor, JinXiuHongDu Building, Meilong Road, Xinniu Community
Minzhi Street, Longhua District, Shenzhen City, China.
Official Website: www.creality.com
Tel：+86 755-8523 4565
E-mail: cs@creality.com
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