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8. Mechanical lock (add-on)

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8. Mechanical lock (add-on)

8. Mechanical lock (add-on)
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Last updated 2 years ago
8. Mechanical lock (add-on)
 Difficulty
Moderate
 Steps
23
 Available languages
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Step 1 Introduction

Introduction
Introduction
⬢This guide will take you through the installation of the Mechanical lock on the Original Prusa Enclosure.
The supplied fasteners contain extra spare parts.
⬢All printable parts are available for download at Printables.com in case a part is damaged or missing.

Step 3 Removing the door panel

Removing the door panel
Removing the door panel
⬢Open the right door panel and release all four screws on the hinges.
⬢Remove the door panel.
Avoid scratching the door panel during handling.
For the following steps, it is recommended to use a piece of cloth or any soft material as a mat to protect the door panel against scratches.

Step 4 Disassembling the door panel

Disassembling the door panel
Disassembling the door panel
Disassembling the door panel
Disassembling the door panel
It is recommended to put the door panel on a piece of cloth or any soft mat.
⬢On the door panel, release two screws securing the door handle and remove it from the panel.
⬢Remove two screws mounting the Door magnet A and remove it from the panel.
⬢Remove two screws mounting the Door magnet B and remove it from the panel.
⬢Remove the door panel from the door trim.

Step 6 Assembling the lock housing

Assembling the lock housing
Assembling the lock housing
Assembling the lock housing
Assembling the lock housing
⬢Orient the door trim like in the picture. The bent edge of the trim must be facing up.
⬢Insert the lock housing into the same shape opening from the underside.
⬢From the opposite side, orient the lock housing according to the first picture. Use the notches in the housing for better orientation.
⬢Secure the lock housing by tightening the lock housing nut. Use the lock wrench for easier tightening.
⬢Place the door panel on the door trim.
 

Step 8 Assembling the door holders

Assembling the door holders
Assembling the door holders
Assembling the door holders
Assembling the door holders
⬢Insert the magnet 20 x 6 x 2 mm into the pocket in the Lock Door Holder A.
The polarity or orientation of the magnet does not matter.
⬢Push the magnet all the way in. The magnet must be completely flush.
⬢Proceed the same with the second magnet and the Lock Door Holder B.
⬢Insert two M3n nut into each Lock Door Holder.

Step 9 Mounting the Lock Door Holders

Mounting the Lock Door Holders
Mounting the Lock Door Holders
Mounting the Lock Door Holders
Mounting the Lock Door Holders
Do not overtighten the screws in the door panel! The panel could crack.
 
⬢Attach the Lock Door Holder A from the underside to the door panel and the door trim. Align it with the panel edges.
⬢Mount the Rod guide to the panel and secure it with two M3x18 screws. The orientation of the part does not matter.
⬢Repeat the procedure with the top part (Lock Door Holder B).

Step 11 Assembling the lock mechanism

Assembling the lock mechanism
Assembling the lock mechanism
Assembling the lock mechanism
Assembling the lock mechanism
⬢Insert two magnets 10 x 6 x 2 into the pockets in the Lock mount. The orientation of the magnets does not matter.
⬢Attach the Lock mount on the door panel.
⬢From the underside, insert the Lock through the hole in the door panel assembly. See the correct orientation of the lock.

Step 12 Assembling the lock mechanism

Assembling the lock mechanism
Assembling the lock mechanism
Assembling the lock mechanism
Assembling the lock mechanism
⬢Attach the Mechanical Lock Lever on the lock. See the orientation of the part.
⬢Place E-clip washer on the Mechanical Lock Lever against the lock. Attach the Lock wrench on the lock and the washer.
⬢Using the Lock wrench, push the E-clip washer on the lock to secure the lock mechanism.

Step 13 Mounting the rods: parts preparation

Mounting the rods: parts preparation
Mounting the rods: parts preparation
Mounting the rods: parts preparation
⬢For the following steps, please prepare:
⬢Mechanical Lock Rod (2x)
⬢Spring 0.3 x 4 x 25 mm (2x)
⬢Rod fixing collar (2x)
⬢Key (2x)
You can remove one of the keys from the ring and keep it as a spare.

Step 14 Mounting the rods

Mounting the rods
Mounting the rods
Mounting the rods
Mounting the rods
⬢Locate the groove on the Lock wrench. Place the rod next to groove.
⬢Slide the Rod fixing collar onto each rod. Do not tighten the grub screw yet.
⬢Attach the rod into the groove and move the rod fixing collar all the way to the Lock wrench edge.
⬢Tighten the grub screw in the rod fixing collar.
⬢Slide the spring on the rod.
⬢Proceed the same with the other rod.

Step 15 Mounting the rods

Mounting the rods
Mounting the rods
Mounting the rods
Mounting the rods
⬢Insert the key in the lock.
⬢Turn the key to "lock" the mechanism.
⬢From the opposite side, check if the orientation of the Mechanical Lock Lever is the same as in the picture.

Step 16 Mounting the rods

Mounting the rods
Mounting the rods
Mounting the rods
Mounting the rods
⬢Take one of the rod and insert the end with the spring into the "lower" Rod guide.
⬢Attach the "L" shaped end of the rod to the Mechanical Lock Lever with the same orientation as you can see in the picture.
⬢Compare the final look with the third picture.

Step 17 Mounting the rods

Mounting the rods
Mounting the rods
⬢Take the second rod and insert the end with the spring into the "higher" Rod guide.
⬢Attach the "L" shaped end of the rod to the Mechanical Lock Lever with the same orientation as you can see in the picture.

Step 19 Covering the lock mechanism

Covering the lock mechanism
Covering the lock mechanism
Covering the lock mechanism
Covering the lock mechanism
⬢Insert two M3nS nuts all the way into the Handle with lock hole.
⬢Attach the Handle with lock hole on the door trim from the side with the key. Align the holes in the Handle with the holes in the door panel.
⬢Hold the Handle with your hand.
⬢Attach the Lock cover on the lock mechanism.
⬢Secure all the parts with two M3x18 screws.

Step 21 Installing the rod latches

Installing the rod latches
Installing the rod latches
Installing the rod latches
Installing the rod latches
⬢Insert the M3nS nut all the way into each Rod latch.
⬢Attach the Rod latch from inside to the cutout in the front bottom profile and secure it with the M3x8 screw.
⬢Attach the second Rod latch to the cutout in the front top profile and secure it with the M3x8 screw.

Step 22 Attaching the door panel

Attaching the door panel
Attaching the door panel
Attaching the door panel
Do not overtighten the screws in the door panel! The panel could crack.
 
⬢Attach the door panel on the door hinges. Make sure the handle is on the outside of the panel.
⬢Secure the door assembly by tightening two M3x8 screws in each hinge.
⬢Turn the key and lock the door. Try to pull the "locked" door to ensure, that the lock is working properly.

Step 23 That's it!

That's it!
That's it!
⬢Congratulations! You just successfully installed the Mechanical lock.
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