MICRO SWISS M3104 FlowTech Hotend for Creality Installation Guide

July 20, 2024
MICRO SWISS

MICRO SWISS M3104 FlowTech Hotend for Creality

Product Information

Specifications:

  • SKU: M3104
  • Product: Micro Swiss FlowTechTM Hotend for Creality K1C
  • Nozzle Diameter: 0.4mm
  • Tools Required: 1.5mm Allen wrench, 2.0mm Allen wrench, 6mm
    wrench, 7mm wrench

Product Usage Instructions

Step 1: Preparing for Installation

  • Ensure you have all the required tools ready: 1.5mm Allen wrench, 2.0mm Allen wrench, 6mm wrench, 7mm wrench.
  • Check the contents of the box which should include Silicone Sock, Heater Core, 0.4mm Nozzle, Titanium Mounting Screw (2x), Copper Thermal Adapter, and Thermal Paste.

Step 2: Removing Fan Shroud and Silicone Sock

  • Before starting, make sure the hotend is at room temperature. Remove the fan shroud carefully.
  • To remove the silicone sock, pinch and pull it over the ridge near the bottom of the stock hotend.

Step 3: Removing Nozzle and Heater Core

  • Proceed to remove the nozzle by following the manufacturer’s guidelines.
  • Remove the heater core from the hotend assembly.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • Q: Can I use this hotend with other Creality models?
    A: The Micro Swiss FlowTechTM Hotend is specifically designed for Creality K1C and may not be compatible with other models.

  • Q: Do I need to apply thermal paste during installation?
    A: Yes, it is recommended to apply thermal paste as per the installation instructions to ensure proper heat transfer.

SKU M3104
Micro Swiss FlowTech™ Hotend for Creality K1C

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

Tools Required:

  • 1.5mm Allen wrench
  • 2.0mm Allen wrench
  • 6mm wrench
  • 7mm wrench

What’s in the box:

  • Silicone Sock
  • Heater Core
  • 0.4mm Nozzle
  • Titanium Mounting Screw (2x)
  • Copper Thermal Adapter
  • Thermal Paste

SAFETY / PREPARATION

  • Unload the filament from the printer.
  • Allow the hotend to cool down to room temperature.
  • Power off the printer.
  • Disconnect the power cable.

REMOVE THE FAN SHROUD

  • Remove the screws from both sides of the fan shroud. (2.0mm Allen wrench)
  • Pivot the fan shroud back and then pull it up off of the carriage.
  • Disconnect the part cooling fan cable from the breakout board.

REMOVE THE SILICONE SOCK

  • Verify the hotend is at room temperature before touching it.
  • Pull the silicone sock off of the heater core.
  • There is a ridge near the bottom of the stock hotend so the silicone sock will need to be pinched and pulled over the ridge.
  • REMOVE THE NOZZLE
    • Unscrew and remove the original nozzle.(6mm wrench)

REMOVE THE HEATER CORE

  • Remove the two screws that attach the heater core to the heatsink. (1.5mm Allen wrench)
  • Disconnect the heater and thermistor cables from the breakout board.

INSTALL THE COPPER THERMAL ADAPTER

  • Spread a thin coat of thermal paste to the copper thermal adapter, covering the surface between the bottom flange and the black o-ring (excluding the o-ring itself).
  • Insert the copper thermal adapter into the heatsink.

FASTEN THE HEATER CORE

  •  Attach the heater core to the heatsink using the titanium mounting screws. (1.5mm Allen wrench)
  • Position the heater core so that the cables extend towards the back of the printer.
  • The heater core will still be free to wobble around even after tightening the two screws.

CONNECT THE HEATER CORE

  •  Attach both the heater and thermistor connectors to the matching ports on the breakout board

INSTALL THE NOZZLE

  • Install and tighten the nozzle until it is snug.(7mm wrench)
  • Recommended torque: 15 inch-pounds / 1.7 Newton Meters.
  • There is no need to heat the hotend before tightening the FlowTech nozzle.

INSTALL THE SILICONE SOCK

  • Align the cutout slot in the silicone sock with the heater core cables.
  • Push the silicone sock up until it wraps around the top of the heater core.

REINSTALL THE FAN SHROUD

  • Reattach the part cooling fan connector to the breakout board.
  • Place the fan shroud over the print head.
  • Install the two screws to secure the fan shroud.(2.0mm Allen wrench)

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