The First Layer Calibration is used to calibrate the distance between the tip of the nozzle and the print surface. The aim is to adjust the nozzle height until the extruded plastic…
This is an advanced calibration, recommended only to experienced users. The Extrusion Multiplier allows the fine-tuning of the extrusion flow rate - simply described as how much…
Together with the Mesh Bed Leveling, the Bed Level Correction is an important feature designed to allow users to compensate for even the slightest imperfections in the first layer.…
This is an advanced calibration for MK3-family and MK2-family printers. It is replaced by Pressure Advance on MK4-family, XL, MINI/+ from firmware 5.0.0, and successive printer…
Every FFF (Fused Filament Fabrication) printer requires a First Layer Calibration, which sets the vertical "Z" distance between the nozzle and the print surface. Sometimes this…
The Original Prusa FFF printers and upgrades use a screw(s) with a spring(s) to provide tension between the filament and the filament pulley. It is important to have this tension…
The XYZ calibration is a process, which checks, whether the printer was assembled correctly and the axes are perpendicular to each other. It measures the skew of your X/Y axis…
The Original Prusa FDM printers have a sensor to detect distance from the print surface. During a calibration, and before each print, the sensor will go through a number of points,…
During transport, assembly, or maintenance (like adjusting the belt tension) the printer can become slightly skewed, where one axis may not be perpendicular (90-degree angle) to…
This error can appear during the Self-test or the XYZ-calibration when the firmware detects a shorter distance of axis travel than expected. The exact length of each axis is stored…
PID tuning is a calibration procedure that ensures the printer holds a stable target temperature at all times. PID (Proportional Integral Derivate) is used on the Original Prusa…
While troubleshooting your printer, you should always try to fix the isolated issue by either replacing the damaged component or flashing a new firmware, which fixes the bug. However,…
This is an advanced calibration, recommended only to experienced users. This calibration only works on the firmware version 3.2.0 or newer and only works on the Original Prusa…
All induction proximity probes alter the sensing distance with increased temperature. This might affect the quality of the first printed layer. P.I.N.D.A. v2 probe, included in…
The Calibration failed error occurs once there is a problem with the calibration. The printer was unable to properly detect the calibration point/s and can not successfully finish…
The Selftest checks for issues in the assembly of the printer, its wiring and the electronic components. It is the first part of the Calibration Wizard, which is prompted automatically…
After successfully finishing the build of your Original Prusa MMU2S upgrade and going through 8. Preflight check & Calibration of the assembly manual you should be good to go.…
When you first turn on your Original Prusa MK4/S, MK3.9/S printer, it will start a selftest to verify the most common components of the printer. Make sure that your Firmware is…
The size of the extruder and the length of travel of the Z-axis is coded into the firmware. Therefore, if the assembly of the extruder, or the firmware for your extruder, is not…
The selftest verifies the most important components of the printer. It is the first part of the wizard, which will start when you turn on the printer for the first time, or you…
From article XYZ Calibration (MK3/MK3S/MK3S+) Initial XYZ Calibration error messages "XYZ calibration failed. Bed calibration point was not found." = Printer was unable to perfectly…
Starting with the firmware version 3.0.12, more detailed information about XYZ calibration results becomes available. This feature can be found in LCD menu -> Support -> XYZ cal.…
The multi-tool manual calibration for the multi-tool versions of the Original Prusa XL can be done to ensure that the Tool Offset Calibration worked correctly and to fine-tune…
XYZ calibration is a procedure that will tell you how well you have assembled your printer. Essentially, it measures the skew of your X/Y axis and compensates for any imperfections.…
The "Distance between the tip of the nozzle and the bed surface has not been set yet" error message occurs after you successfully finish all of the calibration parts, except the…
The Phase Stepping feature customizes the drive signal for each motor, customizing the drive signal for each motor. This addresses discrepancies like visible fine artifacts (VFAs)…
The following procedure is extracted from our Github. Manual temperature calibration procedure: Disable temperature calibration by the M861 Z gcode. This will store zero offsets…
This is an advanced system for displaying error screens, providing more useful information to the user. In case of an issue, the printer will display the name of the error followed…
The first thing you need to do after assembling your printer is running the Selftest procedure. This routine checks for the most common issues in the build quality and electronics…
The error message Printer has not been calibrated yet occurs after the assembly of your printer or after the Factory reset of all data. It will remain on the main LCD screen until…
On the Prusa CORE One L, CORE One, Original Prusa MK4/S, MK3.9/S, and XL, a gearbox alignment is necessary for user-assembled or serviced gearboxes. This procedure is part of the…
Your printer suspects that everything is not in perfect order with your end-stops. Wiring issue Make sure there is not a wiring-issue with the X/Y end-stop on the mini RAMBo…
From article Calibration XYZ (MK2/S) Initial XYZ Calibration error messages "XYZ calibration failed. Bed calibration point was not found."= Printer was unable to perfectly locate…
The printer shows the error message "Static memory has been overwritten". It is caused by too many commands in the memory at the same time, causing it to overflow. The firmware…
After successfully finishing the build of your Original Prusa MMU3 upgrade and going through 11. First Flight of the assembly manual you should be good to go. However, if you encounter…
This error was changed in firmware version 1.5.0! This article only applies to SL1 printers with firmware older than 1.5.0. During the Wizard, the SL1 will test the tilting-motion…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Tilt homing failed, check its surroundings, and repeat the action. Error name: Tilt homing failed Error code: #10101 Issued…
When first turning on your SL1 printer, or after a factory reset, the printer will ask to start the selftest. You can also start the Selftest in the printer menu in Settings ->…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Tower homing failed, make sure there is no obstacle in its path and repeat the action. Error name: Tower homing failed Error…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: RPM of (fan)s not in range. Check if the fan is connected correctly. Error name: Fan RPM not in range Error code: #10122 Issued…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Requested intensity cannot be reached by max. allowed PWM Error name: UV intensity too low Error code: #10318 The most probable…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Failed to reach tilt endstop, please check that the cable is connected and repeat the action. Error name: Tilt endstop not…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Tilt axis check failed! Check if the tilt can move smoothly in its entire range. Error name: Tilt check failed Error code:…
What happened? The printer displaying the message: Moving the tower failed. Make sure there is no obstacle in its path and repeat the action. Error name: Tower moving failed Error…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Invalid tilt alignment position. Error name: Invalid tilt align position Error code: #10121 How to fix it? Use the steps below…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Failed to reach tower endstop, please check that the tower motor is connected and repeat the action. Error name: Tower endstop…
What happened? The printer displaying the message: The printer is not UV calibrated, please connect the UV calibrator and run the procedure. Error name: Printer is not UV calibrated Error…
What happened? The printer displaying the message: Internal error (DBUS mapping failed), please restart the printer. Contact the support if the problem persists. Error name: Internal…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: The printer is not calibrated. Please run the Wizard first. Error name: Not mechanically calibrated Error code: #10113 Issued…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Tower not in the expected position. Are the platform and tank mounted and secured correctly? Error name: Tower position error Error…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: The printer has booted from an alternative slot due to failed boot attempts using the primary slot. Update the printer with…
What happened? The printer displaying the message: Cannot set the update channel, please restart the printer and try again. Error name: Cannot set update channel Error code: #10513 This…
What happened? The printer displaying the message: This Wizard cannot be canceled, please finish the steps. Error name: This Wizard cannot be canceled Error code: #10522 Is not…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Serial numbers in wrong format! Please contact tech support! Error name: Serial number error Error code: #10527 How to fix…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: The model was sliced for a different printer variant [SL1/SL1S]. Your printer variant is [SL1S/SL1]. Warning name: Printer…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Requested intensity cannot be reached by min. allowed PWM. Error name: UV intensity too high Error code: #10317 The most…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Failed to serialize Wizard data. Restart the printer and try again. Error name: Data preparation failure Error code: #10524 How…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: The UV LED calibrator is not detected. Check the connection and try again. Error name: UV LED calibrator not detected Error…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Correct settings were found, but the standard deviation (found) is greater than the allowed value (allowed). Verify the UV…
What happened? The printer displaying the message: UV LED is overheating! Check whether the heatsink is installed correctly. Error name: UV LED heatsink overheating Error code:…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Failed to load fans and LEDs factory calibration. The printer was not able to find the UV PMW value due to a calibration error,…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Data is from unknown UV LED sensor! Error name: UV data error Error code: #10533 After calibration using the UV calibrator,…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Display usage error. The display has just been replaced or a factory reset has been performed, clearing the usage data. Error…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Saving the new factory default value failed. Restart the printer and try again. Error name: Data overwrite failed Error code:…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Failed to set hostname Error Name: Hostname error Error code: #10536 How to fix it? The Hostname set up on your printer does…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: The UV LED calibrator detected some light on a dark display. This means there is a light 'leak' under the UV calibrator, or…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Communication with the UV LED calibrator has failed. Check the connection and try again. Error name: UV LED calibrator link…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: The UV LED calibrator failed to read expected UV light intensity. Check the UV calibrator placement on the screen. Error name:…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: No calibration data to show! UV calibration needs to be remade. Error name: No UV calibration data Error code: #10532 How…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Failed to save Wizard data. Restart the printer and try again. Error name: Wizard data failure Error code: #10526 How to fix…
What happened? The printer is displaying the message: Cannot connect to the UV LED calibrator. Check the connection and try again. Error name: UV LED calibrator connection error Error…
The Selftest checks for issues in the assembly of the printer, its wiring, and the electronic components. It is the first part of the Calibration Wizard, which is prompted automatically…
The Prusa CORE One/+ and Prusa CORE One L are enclosed printers with a door. It is necessary for the door to be closed for printing. The closed door improves the print quality,…
