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+title: 3D Printers (FDM)
+nav:
+ - Overview: overview.md
+ - Self-Induction Handbook: induction.md
+ - Printer Rules: printer_rules.md
+ - Getting Started: getting_started.md
+ - Filament Guide: filament.md
+ - Slicing Guides:
+ - PrusaSlicer: prusaslicer.md
+ - Bambu Studio: bambu_studio.md
+ - Printer Reference:
+ - Prusa MK4: prusa_mk4.md
+ - Bambu P1S and P2S: bambu_p1s_p2s.md
+ - AMS 2 Pro: ams2pro.md
+ - Connect Your Computer to the Printers: connecting.md
+ - Troubleshooting: troubleshooting.md
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-**Bambu P1S**
-
-
-Our Bambu P1S has the following details:
-
-Name: **Delilah**
-IP: 172.16.0.201
-Access code: 15932950
-
-Please note the access code may change from time to time if people in the space make a mistake on the printer. Please see the 'how to find the code' section for how to find the access code from the printer.
-
-- The maximum print area is 233 x 248 x 250 [depending on print orientation.]
-
-- The printer is equipped with an AMS for multi colour and multi material prints. You can use the following materials in the AMS. PLA, PETG, ASA, PC, PA, PVA. You may use all space supplied materials except for TPU in the AMS.Please do not fill the AMS with abrasive filaments. Always remove your own filament from the AMS after use. If you do not remove your filament, it can and will be used by other members.
-
-- Please use the Prusa printers ([Prusa MK4](./prusa_mk4.md), [Prusa XL](./prusa_xl4.md)) for TPU.
-
-- Please do not attempt any sort of maintenance on the printer, other than the troubleshooting guides in this document: If it doesn't work, ask the team in person or on telegram.
-
-- You can monitor the printer from the camera. However this can only be done from computers within the Hackspace, or connected to the Hackspace's Wi-Fi.
-
-The best way to interface with the printer is by installing [Bambu Studio](https://bambulab.com/en/download/studio) or [OrcaSlicer](https://www.orcaslicer.com/). Once this is done, load up the camera by pressing play to ensure your connection is correct. Once you have connected the printer, you can sync the nozzle and bed information. You can also sync the filament information automatically if using bambu branded filament.
-
-**How to connect to the printer with Bambu Studio:**
-
-1. Connect to the hackspace wifi
-2. Open Bambu studio and navigate to the 'device' page on top
-3. Select 'bind with access code'
-4. Enter the IP and access code. You should be connected.
-
-**How to load filament into the AMS:**
-
-1. Open the AMS cover
-2. Put your roll in a slot, and find the end
-3. Gently push the grey tab in front of the feeder, and push the filament for about 2 cm. The AMS will detect the filament and will start the loading procedure.
-4. Your filament is now loaded. You do NOT need to press load on the printer
-
-**How to load filament without the AMS: (for abrasive filaments only)**
-
-1. Disconnect the PTFE tubing from the quick connector on the back of the printer
-2. Mount your roll on the back of the printer (you may need to temporarily remove the poop chute)
-3. Insert the filament into the back of the quick connector until it reaches the extruder.
-4. Select load on the printer, and once the nozzle reaches 250C gently push the filament through until you see it extrude
-5. Once your print is finished, select unload to unload your filament.
-
-**How to resolve the AMS motor getting stuck and your filament not correctly rewinding:**
-
-1. push the filament roll gently towards the front of the AMS, and then back again, the yellow gear should disengage from the black gear on the roller.
-
-**How to find the access code:**
-
-1. Go to the printer and select the 3rd option on the menu.
-2. Navigate to where it says WLAN: Hackspace and hit enter
-3. Observe the access code
-
-**Please never change the access code, turn off LAN mode, or attempt to login to the printer. You will mess up access for everybody else and require a maintainers time to resolve. If you continually do this, we will ask you to simply use the Prusas.**
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+# Using the AMS 2 Pro
+
+The Automatic Material System feeds filament to HacMan's Bambu printers.
+
+
+
+ The AMS 2 Pro feeds filament to the Bambu printers. Spools must sit correctly and rotate freely.
+
+
+## Before use
+
+- Confirm the intended spool and material.
+- Check that the spool fits and rotates freely.
+- Cut a damaged filament end cleanly.
+- Close the lid fully.
+- Confirm the material and colour shown in Bambu Studio.
+- Bambu RFID spools can populate material details automatically. Other brands need manual material and colour setup.
+
+## Loading filament
+
+1. Open the AMS lid.
+2. Place the spool in an empty slot so that it can rotate freely, with the filament feeding over the top of the spool towards the inlet.
+3. Cut the filament end cleanly.
+4. Gently push the grey feeder tab at the front of the slot.
+5. Feed the filament into that slot's inlet until the AMS detects it and starts loading.
+6. Stop pushing once the AMS motor has gripped the filament.
+7. Confirm the material and colour shown on the printer or in Bambu Studio before printing.
+8. Bambu RFID spools can populate this automatically. If using another brand, set or check the slot information manually rather than assuming the previous material and colour are still correct.
+9. Close the AMS lid before starting the print.
+
+## Spool rules
+
+Bare cardboard spools must not be used directly in an AMS. Transfer the filament to a suitable plastic spool or fit approved adapter rings.
+
+TPU must only be used in the AMS if it is specifically marked as suitable for AMS use. Standard flexible TPU should be printed without the AMS to avoid feed problems and clogs.
+
+AMS compatibility is not the same as nozzle compatibility. Flexible, absorbent, brittle, very stiff, rough or fibre-filled filaments can cause AMS feeding problems even if the printer nozzle can print them. If the spool or filament does not feed smoothly, stop and use the rear spool holder or ask for help.
+
+Do not force oversized, warped, damaged or poorly-wound spools into the AMS. The spool must fit cleanly, sit flat and rotate freely.
+
+Metal-filled filament is prohibited on HacMan printers.
+
+
+
+ Do not use bare cardboard spools in the AMS. Flexible TPU should only be used in the AMS if specifically marked as AMS-compatible.
+
+
+## Unloading filament
+
+Use the unload function on the printer or in Bambu Studio and allow the AMS to retract the filament from the printer back to the AMS.
+
+Once the filament has unloaded:
+
+1. Press the feeder tab for that slot.
+2. Remove the filament by hand.
+3. If there is resistance, do not force it. Ask for help.
+4. Remove the spool.
+5. Secure the free end in the spool holes or retaining clip immediately.
+6. Return Hackspace filament to storage, or take personal filament home or put it in your personal storage area if you have one.
+
+The manufacturer guide notes that the AMS rollers can sometimes remain engaged after an error or power interruption. If the filament does not come out smoothly, stop rather than pulling hard.
+
+
+
+ Secure the free end immediately after unloading filament to prevent tangles.
+
+
+Reference: [Bambu Lab - Setup and Filament Loading for the AMS](https://wiki.bambulab.com/x1/manual/ams-setup-and-filament-loading).
+Reference: [Bambu Lab - Notes on the AMS](https://wiki.bambulab.com/en/knowledge-sharing/notes-AMS).
+
+## Errors
+
+If the AMS reports a jam, feeding error or motor problem:
+
+1. Stop the job if necessary.
+2. Read the displayed message.
+3. Check only that the spool can rotate and that there is no obvious external obstruction.
+4. Ask for help if the error remains.
+
+Do not dismantle the AMS or force filament through it.
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+# Using the Bambu P1S and P2S
+
+General rules and preparation are covered in [Getting Started](getting_started.md). This page contains Bambu-specific operation. IP addresses and access codes are kept on [Connect Your Computer to the Printers](connecting.md).
+
+
+
+ A HacMan Bambu P2S fitted with an AMS 2 Pro.
+
+
+
+
+ The HacMan Bambu P1S fitted with an AMS 2 Pro.
+
+
+## Slicing
+
+Use Bambu Studio and select the approved profile for the exact physical printer: P1S or P2S, with a 0.4 mm nozzle. Follow the [Bambu Studio beginner guide](bambu_studio.md).
+
+Confirm the physical build-plate type and filament/AMS mapping before sending the job.
+
+## Filament sources
+
+Use the [AMS 2 Pro](ams2pro.md) or the rear spool holder. Never force filament into a feed path.
+
+Bare cardboard spools are prohibited in the AMS.
+
+Abrasive filaments are not compatible with the AMS 2 Pro. Print them from the rear spool holder instead.
+
+Flexible filaments are not compatible with the AMS 2 Pro unless the filament is specifically labelled as suitable for AMS use.
+
+To load an AMS slot, place the spool in the slot, press the grey feeder tab and feed the filament in until the AMS detects it and starts feeding automatically. Do not also run the printer's manual load command.
+
+After loading or changing spools, check the material recorded for every slot and synchronise Bambu Studio before slicing.
+
+
+
+ Check the AMS slots before printing and synchronise the filament information in Bambu Studio.
+
+
+## Materials
+
+ABS and ASA may be printed only on these enclosed, carbon-filtered printers. Metal-filled filament is prohibited.
+
+The Bambu printers have hardened nozzles, but AMS compatibility is stricter than printer compatibility. If a material is abrasive, flexible, brittle, rough or otherwise unusual, use the rear spool holder or ask before using it with the AMS.
+
+## Starting a print
+
+In Bambu Studio's send dialog, confirm:
+
+- the intended physical printer;
+- build-plate type;
+- nozzle/profile;
+- material and AMS slot mapping; and
+- displayed thumbnail, time and weight.
+
+Do not send to a printer that is busy, out of service or not the one used for slicing. Watch the first layer after starting.
+
+
+
+ Before sending a Bambu print, check the printer, plate type and filament mapping.
+
+
+## Faults
+
+Do not dismantle the enclosure, print head, feeder or AMS. Do not update firmware or change machine-wide settings unless authorised. Stop and report errors that are not resolved by the basic on-screen procedure.
+
+Do not change the shared access code, disable LAN mode or bind a printer to a personal account.
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+# Beginner's Guide to Bambu Studio
+
+This guide covers the settings most beginners need to prepare and send a model. It does not cover multi-colour painting, modifiers or detailed profile tuning.
+
+
+
+ The Prepare view shows the selected printer, plate type, project filaments, the model on the build plate and the Slice plate button.
+
+
+## 1. Start a project and import the model
+
+Open a new project, then drag an STL, 3MF or STEP file onto the virtual plate or use **Import**.
+
+If a downloaded 3MF asks whether to open the complete project or import geometry, use **geometry only** unless you trust and intend to use the supplied printer and filament settings.
+
+## 2. Select the exact printer
+
+Choose the HacMan profile for the physical printer you intend to use:
+
+- Bambu Lab P1S with 0.4 mm nozzle; or
+- Bambu Lab P2S with 0.4 mm nozzle.
+
+⚠ **Check:** P1S and P2S profiles are not interchangeable. Confirm the printer name again in the send dialog before starting.
+
+
+
+ On the Device tab, the current printer is shown on the left. Click the arrow next to the printer name to open the printer list.
+
+
+## 3. Select the build plate
+
+Choose the plate type that is physically fitted to the printer. The slicer uses this choice to set plate temperature and other behaviour.
+
+
+
+ The plate type selector is shown in the Prepare view. Match this to the build plate fitted to the printer.
+
+
+## 4. Synchronise the AMS filaments
+
+Bambu Studio keeps two related lists:
+
+- the **project filament list** in the Prepare tab, which tells the slicer which materials the model will use; and
+- the **physical AMS slots**, which show the spools currently loaded in the selected printer.
+
+They are not automatically the same. After selecting the intended physical printer:
+
+1. Check that the AMS spools are loaded and identified correctly on the printer's **Device** page.
+2. Return to **Prepare**.
+3. In the Filament section, press the **Synchronise/Resync AMS filaments** button beside the filament list.
+4. Confirm the synchronisation when prompted. This replaces or updates the project filament list from the selected printer's AMS.
+5. Check every imported material. For non-RFID or third-party spools, confirm that the material profile has been entered correctly rather than relying on the displayed colour.
+
+Synchronise again if someone changes a spool after the project was opened.
+
+⚠ **Check:** Make sure Bambu Studio is connected to the intended P1S or P2S before synchronising. Otherwise you may import the filament list from the wrong printer.
+
+
+
+ Use Sync info to synchronise printer, nozzle and AMS information. After nozzle information is synced, continue to sync the AMS filaments.
+
+
+## 5. Select which filament prints the model
+
+Synchronising makes the filaments available to the project; it does not necessarily assign the desired one to each model.
+
+For a single-colour model:
+
+1. Select the model on the plate or in the Objects list.
+2. Use its filament/colour control, or right-click and choose **Change filament**.
+3. Select the numbered project filament that matches the material and colour you want.
+4. Confirm that the model changes to the selected filament colour in Prepare.
+
+For a plate containing separate objects, select each object and assign its filament in the same way. Do not use colour painting for an ordinary single-colour object.
+
+Before slicing, check the material name as well as the colour. Two spools can look similar but require different temperatures.
+
+📌 **HacMan rules:** Do not put bare cardboard spools in the AMS. ABS and ASA may only be printed on the enclosed Bambu printers. Metal-filled filament is prohibited.
+
+
+
+ Right-click an object and use Change Filament to choose which AMS slot or material that object should print with.
+
+
+## 6. Choose a standard process
+
+For an ordinary first print, use a standard **0.20 mm** process profile. Leave advanced settings at the HacMan defaults unless you understand why they need changing.
+
+## 7. Check orientation and placement
+
+Make sure the model:
+
+- sits flat on the plate;
+- stays inside the printable area; and
+- has a sensible, stable face against the plate.
+
+Use **Lay on Face** or **Auto Orient** if necessary. Ask for help if large areas would start in mid-air, as the model may need supports.
+
+## 8. Decide whether the model needs supports
+
+Each new layer needs plastic or the build plate beneath it. An **overhang** is a feature that extends sideways beyond the layer below. Gentle slopes may print unaided, while steep overhangs and features beginning in mid-air may need temporary support material.
+
+First try orienting the model to reduce unsupported areas. If support is still required, enable **Support**. Start with support from the build plate only where practical; use support everywhere only when the required area cannot be reached from the plate.
+
+Supports add time and filament and may mark the model. Inspect them in Preview and make sure they can be removed after printing.
+
+
+
+ Support settings are under the Support tab. Supports are used when parts of the model would otherwise print into mid-air.
+
+
+## 9. Choose infill and wall thickness
+
+**Infill** is the internal structure inside the model. It supports top surfaces and helps resist crushing.
+
+- **15% infill** is a sensible starting point for decorative and lightly loaded parts.
+- Increase it for compression loads or when top surfaces need more internal support.
+- 100% infill is rarely necessary.
+
+The outer shell is made from **wall loops**. More walls usually improve general strength more efficiently than a large increase in infill:
+
+- use the standard profile for ordinary models;
+- try **3–4 wall loops** for a stronger functional part; and
+- orient the part so loads do not try to split it between layers.
+
+
+
+ Infill settings are under Strength. Higher infill can make some parts stronger, but wall thickness often matters more.
+
+
+
+
+ Wall loops are under Strength → Walls. Increasing wall loops often improves part strength more effectively than simply increasing infill.
+
+
+## 10. Add a brim when needed
+
+A **brim** is a thin, single-layer border attached around the model's base. It increases contact with the build plate and helps narrow, tall or corner-prone models remain attached.
+
+Use one when the footprint is small or likely to lift. A broad, stable model normally does not need it. The brim must be removed after printing and may leave a small edge to tidy.
+
+
+
+ Brim and skirt settings are under Others → Bed adhesion. A brim can help small or narrow parts stay attached to the build plate.
+
+
+## 11. Slice the plate
+
+Select **Slice plate**.
+
+Bambu Studio opens Preview and calculates print time and filament use.
+
+## 12. Inspect the preview
+
+Use the vertical layer slider to examine the result. Check that:
+
+- the complete model is present;
+- every section is supported by the plate, the previous layer or generated supports;
+- the time and filament estimates are plausible; and
+- the colours/filament assignments match your intention.
+
+Return to Prepare and correct anything unexpected before printing.
+
+## 13. Map project filaments to physical AMS slots and send
+
+Select **Print plate**. In the send dialog:
+
+1. Choose the intended physical HacMan printer.
+2. Confirm the build plate type.
+3. In the filament-mapping area, match each **project filament** used by the sliced model to the correct **physical AMS slot**. The material types must be compatible; check both the slot number and material name.
+4. Review the displayed time, weight and thumbnail.
+5. If a filament is shown as **Unmapped**, do not send the job. Correct the project filament, load the required material, or choose the correct compatible AMS slot.
+6. Send the job only when every item is correct.
+
+If the intended printer is unavailable, out of service or already in use, cancel the send operation.
+
+
+
+ Before sending, check the printer, plate type and filament. Bambu Studio may ask you to allocate a filament here and will only offer compatible material types for the model.
+
+
+## Before pressing Print
+
+- Correct P1S or P2S profile
+- Correct 0.4 mm nozzle
+- Correct physical plate type
+- Correct material and AMS slot
+- AMS synchronised after any spool change
+- Each object assigned to the intended project filament
+- Final project-to-AMS mapping checked
+- Model fits and sits flat
+- Supports added only where needed
+- Infill and wall-loop count suitable for the job
+- Brim added if the footprint needs more adhesion
+- Preview checked
+- Physical build plate clean, dry and correctly fitted
+
+Stay and watch the first layer after the print starts.
+
+## Official reference
+
+Bambu Studio is maintained in Bambu Lab's [official Bambu Studio repository](https://github.com/bambulab/BambuStudio). Interface details may change between releases, so screenshots should show the HacMan-installed version.
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+# Connect Your Computer to the Printers
+
+The information on this page is intended for inducted HacMan members who want to set up their own computer to connect to the printers. Your computer must be connected to the Hackspace Wi-Fi or wired network. Do not change printer network modes, shared credentials or machine-wide settings.
+
+## Prusa MK4 printers
+
+| Printer | IP address | PrusaLink key |
+|---|---|---|
+| Kim | `172.16.0.123` | `dmAPJnhhJ37VXBV` |
+| Romanov | `172.16.0.124` | `JZXE4a9SUKAKWEw` |
+
+### Add a physical printer to PrusaSlicer
+
+1. Connect the computer to the Hackspace network.
+2. Open PrusaSlicer and install the Original Prusa MK4 0.4 mm preset if it is not already present.
+3. Open the physical-printer configuration and add the intended printer.
+4. Enter its name, IP address and PrusaLink key from the table above.
+5. Save it as a physical printer.
+6. Slice with that physical printer selected, check Preview, then use the bottom-right **G** button to send the file.
+
+If sending fails, first check that a physical printer—not the generic MK4 preset—is selected.
+
+### Use PrusaLink in a browser
+
+It is acceptable to use the Prusa MK4 printers with a different slicer or correctly prepared custom G-code, provided the file is suitable for the selected printer, nozzle and filament.
+
+Visit the printer's IP address from a device connected to the Hackspace network. Use:
+
+- username: `maker`
+- password: the matching PrusaLink key above
+
+This can be used to upload correctly prepared G-code without configuring PrusaSlicer. Confirm that the file was sliced for the correct MK4 and nozzle before uploading it.
+
+## Bambu P1S
+
+| Name | IP address | Current access code |
+|---|---|---|
+| Delilah | `172.16.0.201` | `36375270` |
+
+The access code can change. If the stored code does not work, read the current code from the printer using the instructions below and let the maintainers know that the published code needs updating.
+
+### Bind Bambu Studio
+
+1. Connect to the Hackspace Wi-Fi or wired network.
+2. Open Bambu Studio and select **Device**.
+3. Choose **Bind with access code**.
+4. Enter the printer's IP address and current access code.
+5. Open the camera feed to confirm the connection.
+6. Synchronise the printer, nozzle, build-plate and AMS filament information.
+
+The camera is available only from within the Hackspace network, including Hackspace Wi-Fi.
+
+### Find the current access code
+
+1. At the printer, select the third menu option.
+2. Open the entry showing `WLAN: Hackspace`.
+3. Read the displayed access code.
+
+!!! warning "Shared connection settings"
+ Never change the access code, disable LAN mode or attempt to sign the shared printer into a personal account. Doing so breaks access for other members and requires maintainer intervention.
+
+### Report a changed access code
+
+If an access code or other connection detail has changed, please tell the maintainers using any of these routes:
+
+- contact the 3D printing team on Telegram;
+- post on the HacMan forum; or
+- submit a broken-tool report using one of the QR codes displayed around the Hackspace.
+
+Include the printer's name and explain which detail appears to have changed. Do not post the new access code publicly on Telegram or the forum; a maintainer will verify it at the printer and update this page.
+
+## Bambu P2S printers
+
+| Printer | IP address | Access code |
+|---|---|---|
+| Artemis | `172.16.0.15` | `7afd1f56` |
+| Constantine | `172.16.0.115` | `7494b598` |
+
+## Credential changes
+
+These credentials are published for HacMan members as shared workshop connection information. Members should report changes using Telegram, the forum or a broken-tool QR code. A maintainer should verify the new value at the printer and update this single page rather than copying it into multiple guides.
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+# Filament Guide
+
+HacMan printers use 1.75 mm filament and hardened nozzles.
+
+## Hackspace filament
+
+Hackspace filament costs **4p per gram**. Payment is made through the Snackspace tuck shop and applies to all material used, including failed and cancelled prints.
+
+
+
+ Pay for Hackspace filament through the Snackspace tuck shop.
+
+
+## Personal filament
+
+You may bring compatible filament. Label it and remove it from the printer after use. Take it home or put it in your personal storage area if you have one; do not leave it on a printer or in the shared filament area. Secure the loose end before storage.
+
+## Materials policy
+
+| Material | Prusa MK4 | Bambu P1S/P2S |
+|---|:---:|:---:|
+| PLA | Yes | Yes |
+| PETG | Yes | Yes |
+| TPU | Yes | Yes, but only use TPU in the AMS if it is specifically marked as suitable for AMS use |
+| ABS | No | Yes |
+| ASA | No | Yes |
+| Carbon/glass-fibre or glow composites | Yes | Yes, but check AMS suitability before using the AMS |
+| Metal-filled filament | No | No |
+
+ABS and ASA are restricted to the enclosed Bambu printers because they have carbon filtration. Ask the 3D printing team before using an unfamiliar material.
+
+## Spools and storage
+
+- Make sure the spool turns freely.
+- Do not use a tangled or visibly damaged spool.
+- Never put a bare cardboard spool directly in an AMS; use a suitable plastic spool or adapter rings.
+- Do not force oversized, warped or poorly-wound spools into the AMS.
+- AMS compatibility is stricter than printer compatibility. If a flexible, brittle, rough or fibre-filled filament does not feed smoothly, stop and ask before continuing.
+- Secure the filament end in the spool holes or retaining clip whenever a spool is removed.
+- Keep filament dry and clean.
+
+
+
+ Spools in the AMS must sit correctly and rotate freely.
+
+
+
+
+ Do not place bare cardboard spools directly in the AMS. TPU must only be used in the AMS if it is specifically suitable for AMS use.
+
+
+
+
+ Secure the loose filament end before storing any spool.
+
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+# Getting Started
+
+Complete the [self-induction](induction.md) and pass the online assessment before independent use.
+
+## 1. Prepare the model
+
+You can design your own model in CAD, but you do not need to do that for your first print. Many members start with a ready-made STL or 3MF file from sites such as [Printables](https://www.printables.com/), [MakerWorld](https://makerworld.com/), [Thingiverse](https://www.thingiverse.com/), [Thangs](https://thangs.com/) or [MyMiniFactory](https://www.myminifactory.com/).
+
+For a first print, choose something small, simple and clearly marked as printable. Check the licence and avoid very large or complex models until you are comfortable with the workflow.
+
+Open the model in [PrusaSlicer](prusaslicer.md) for a Prusa MK4 or [Bambu Studio](bambu_studio.md) for a Bambu printer. Select the exact printer, nozzle, build plate where applicable and filament profile.
+
+Slice the model and inspect the preview. Check the estimated time and filament use.
+
+## 2. Check the printer
+
+- Available and not marked out of service
+- Build plate clean, dry and correctly fitted
+- Correct filament loaded and enough remaining
+- Spool able to rotate freely
+- No previous print, tool or debris in the build area
+
+
+
+ Leave printers clean, tidy and ready for the next member.
+
+
+## 3. Start and watch
+
+Start the job and remain beside the printer until the first layer is complete. Stop if the filament does not stick, the print lifts, spaghetti forms, feeding stops or the printer behaves unexpectedly.
+
+
+
+ A good first layer should be smooth and firmly attached to the build plate.
+
+
+A competent member must remain in the Hackspace for the entire print.
+
+## 4. Remove the print
+
+Let the plate cool where possible. Remove it from the printer and flex it gently away from people. Clean, dry and refit it squarely.
+
+
+
+ Remove the build plate from the printer before flexing it to release a print.
+
+
+## 5. Finish
+
+Remove waste, return tools, secure filament ends, report faults and pay 4p per gram through Snackspace for all Hackspace filament used.
+
+
+
+ Return tools and dispose of waste before leaving the printer area.
+
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-# Inductions
+# HacMan FDM 3D Printing
-## Machine Safety Introduction:
+## Self-Induction Handbook
-- Be cautious of hot surfaces, CNC motion, flying debris, sharp elements, electrocution, strong magnets, and damaged tools.
+> ## Before You Begin
+>
+> Please read this entire **Self-Induction Handbook** before attempting the quiz. The information on this page is designed to help you successfully complete the assessment and understand HacMan's safety requirements.
+>
+> Once you have read the whole page, complete the **Self-Induction Quiz** here:
+>
+> **[Start the Self-Induction Quiz](https://forms.gle/pGwzDXJ5jYph236w7)**
-## Pre-Print Checks:
+
+
+ The HacMan FDM printer area.
+
-##### Use isopropyl alcohol to clean anything related to the 3D-Printers
+## Welcome
-- Ensure extruder tip is clean
-- Ensure bed is clean
-- Check cleanliness and power status.
+This handbook enables HacMan members to learn to use the Hackspace's FDM printers safely and independently. No previous 3D-printing experience is required. It should take about 10–15 minutes to read.
-## Loading/Unloading Filament:
+After reading it, complete the online assessment. You must score **100%** before using the printers independently. Experienced members are always available if you would like help with your first print.
-##### Do not forcefully pull filament from the extruder
+This handbook covers safe operation, Hackspace rules, filament handling, build-plate care, starting and monitoring a print, cleaning up and dealing with problems. Separate guides explain basic slicing in PrusaSlicer and Bambu Studio.
-- Navigate to "Filament" on the printer and follow all instructions
-
-
-
- ****
+## Finding a first model
-## Prepare the Print Bed:
+You do not need to know CAD to do your first 3D print. Many beginners start by downloading a ready-made model online, usually as an STL or 3MF file.
-- Check for damage, attach bed, and clean if needed.
-- Avoid printing PETG on smooth PEI (use the rough bed)
+Common places to find printable models include:
-## Starting a Print:
+- [Printables](https://www.printables.com/)
+- [MakerWorld](https://makerworld.com/)
+- [Thingiverse](https://www.thingiverse.com/)
+- [Thangs](https://thangs.com/)
+- [MyMiniFactory](https://www.myminifactory.com/)
-- Navigate and start print, monitor initial layers, and cancel if issues arise.
+For your first print, choose something small and simple that does not need lots of support material. Check the licence and description before printing, especially if the model is not your own work.
-## Removing a Print:
+## Our printers
-- Wait for bed to cool, remove magnetic bed, and clean.
+HacMan provides:
-## Post-print Housekeeping:
+- 2 × Prusa MK4
+- 2 × Bambu Lab P2S with AMS 2 Pro
+- 1 × Bambu Lab P1S with AMS 2 Pro
-- Unload filament, record weight, load Hackspace PLA, turn off printer, pay if needed, and return tools.
+All use 1.75 mm filament and hardened nozzles. Most instructions apply to every printer; model-specific differences are identified where necessary.
+
+
+
+ One of the HacMan Prusa MK4 printers.
+
+
+
+
+ A HacMan Bambu P2S fitted with an AMS 2 Pro.
+
+
+
+
+ The HacMan Bambu P1S fitted with an AMS 2 Pro.
+
+
+
+
+ Key parts of a Prusa MK4. The Bambu printers look different, but the same basic ideas apply.
+
+
+1. **Filament spool** - the plastic filament used for printing.
+2. **Spool holder** - supports the filament spool so it can rotate freely.
+3. **Frame** - the main structure of the printer.
+4. **Print head / extruder** - feeds and moves the filament.
+5. **Nozzle / hot end** - melts plastic and gets very hot.
+6. **Build plate** - the removable sheet the print sticks to.
+7. **Screen and controls** - used to control the printer and read messages.
+8. **Z-axis upright** - part of the moving frame; keep hands clear while the printer moves.
+
+## Golden rules
+
+1. Never leave a running printer without a competent member in the Hackspace. This is an insurance requirement.
+2. Stay at the printer and watch the first layer complete successfully.
+3. Stop the print if anything looks or sounds wrong.
+4. Never force filament, the AMS or moving parts.
+5. Do not attempt repairs or maintenance unless authorised.
+6. Leave the printer and materials ready for the next member: remove waste, return tools, secure loose filament ends and pay for Hackspace filament.
+7. Never start a print without the removable build plate correctly fitted to the printer.
+
+## Safety
+
+### Hot parts
+
+⚠ **Warning:** The nozzle may reach about 290°C and the heated build plate may reach about 120°C. Never touch the nozzle, avoid touching a hot plate and remember that freshly extruded plastic is hot.
+
+
+
+ The nozzle is one of the hottest parts of the printer. Do not touch it.
+
+
+
+
+ The build plate can also become hot during printing.
+
+
+### Moving parts
+
+⚠ **Warning:** Printers may move suddenly while homing or calibrating. Keep hands clear, tie back long hair and keep loose clothing and jewellery away. Never reach inside while a printer is moving.
+
+### Magnets and trapped fingers
+
+⚠ **Warning:** Build plates are held by strong magnets. Keep fingers clear when replacing a plate. Anyone with a pacemaker or other implanted medical device must follow its manufacturer's advice about strong magnets.
+
+### Flying debris
+
+⚠ **Warning:** Plastic or support material may release suddenly when a spring-steel plate is flexed. Remove the plate from the printer and flex it away from yourself and other people. Consider eye protection for a stubborn print.
+
+
+
+ Remove the flexible build plate from the printer before flexing it to release a print.
+
+
+### IPA, water and electricity
+
+⚠ **Warning:** Isopropyl alcohol (IPA) is flammable and can irritate eyes. Apply a small amount to a cloth, not directly to a printer. Remove plates before cleaning and never refit a wet plate. Do not dismantle printers or attempt electrical repairs.
+
+If you see damaged wiring, overheating, smoke or an unusual smell, stop the printer and isolate its power if it is safe to do so. Alert other members and follow the normal Hackspace emergency procedure.
+
+## Hackspace rules
+
+### Supervision
+
+📌 **Hackspace rule:** A competent member must remain in the Hackspace throughout every print. If you need to leave, another competent member must explicitly agree to supervise it. If nobody agrees, pause or cancel the print. Remote monitoring does not satisfy this insurance requirement.
+
+You do not have to remain beside the printer for the whole job. It is, however, advisable to watch until the first layer completes successfully.
+
+### Shared equipment
+
+📌 **Hackspace rule:** Do not dismantle a printer or AMS, change hardware, perform maintenance or attempt repairs unless authorised. Do not remove or cancel another member's print unless asked, you have agreed to supervise it, there is an immediate safety concern, or you are the last person leaving the Hackspace and cannot identify anyone supervising a running print.
+
+Stop using and report any printer that is marked out of service, appears damaged, repeatedly errors or makes unusual noises.
+
+## Before printing
+
+Check that:
+
+- the printer is available and not marked out of service;
+- the build plate is correctly fitted, clean and completely dry;
+- the correct filament is loaded and there is enough for the job;
+- the spool can rotate freely; and
+- no print, tool or loose debris remains in the printer.
+
+Confirm the correct printer and filament profile in your slicer before sending the job.
+
+### Cleaning the build plate
+
+For routine cleaning, remove the plate and wipe it with a small amount of IPA on clean paper towel or a lint-free cloth. Avoid touching the print surface afterwards.
+
+For a deeper clean, wash the removed plate with warm water and washing-up liquid. Rinse it and dry it completely before refitting.
+
+⚠ **Warning:** Do not clean a plate while it is fitted to the printer and never refit it while wet.
+
+
+
+ Clean build plates after removing them from the printer. Apply IPA to the plate or cloth, not to the printer.
+
+
+
+
+ Always dry the build plate completely before refitting it.
+
+
+
+
+ Fingerprints and grease can stop prints sticking properly. Clean the plate before printing.
+
+
+## Filament
+
+### Loading and unloading
+
+Use the printer's built-in load or unload function and follow its on-screen prompts. Cut a damaged or bent filament end cleanly before loading. Feed gently until the printer takes hold; never force it.
+
+On a Prusa, place the spool on its holder and guide the filament into the extruder when prompted. On a Bambu, use an AMS slot or the rear spool holder and confirm the intended source in the print settings.
+
+For more detail, see [Using the Prusa MK4](prusa_mk4.md), [Using the Bambu P1S and P2S](bambu_p1s_p2s.md) and [Using the AMS 2 Pro](ams2pro.md).
+
+### AMS
+
+Before using an AMS, check that the spool rotates freely, the filament is correctly routed and the lid closes properly.
+
+Bambu filament spools with RFID can tell the printer what material and colour they are. Other filament brands need the AMS slot material and colour to be set manually on the printer or in Bambu Studio.
+
+To load filament into the AMS, place the spool in an empty slot, cut the filament end cleanly, gently push the grey feeder tab and feed the filament into the slot inlet until the AMS detects it and starts loading. Do not keep pushing once the AMS motor has gripped the filament.
+
+To unload filament from the AMS, use the printer or Bambu Studio unload function and wait for the AMS to retract the filament. Then press the feeder tab and remove the filament by hand. If there is resistance, do not force it; ask for help. Once removed, secure the loose end of the spool immediately.
+
+📌 **Hackspace rule:** Never place a bare cardboard spool directly in an AMS. Use a suitable plastic spool or correctly fitted adapter rings.
+
+### Materials
+
+- PLA, PETG, TPU and abrasive composite filaments may be used on suitable HacMan printers.
+- TPU must only be used in an AMS if it is specifically marked as suitable for AMS use. Standard flexible TPU should be printed without the AMS to avoid feed problems and clogs.
+- Abrasive, fibre-filled, brittle or unusual filaments may be suitable for the printer nozzle but not necessarily for the AMS. If unsure, print from the rear spool holder or ask before using the AMS.
+- ABS and ASA must only be printed on the enclosed Bambu printers with carbon filtration.
+- Metal-filled filament is prohibited on every HacMan printer.
+- Ask the 3D printing team before using a material if you are unsure.
+
+### Storage
+
+📌 **Hackspace rule:** Secure the free end of every removed spool in its holes or retaining clip before storage. A loose end can unwind and create a tangle that ruins a later print.
+
+Remove personal filament from the printer after use. Take it home or put it in your personal storage area if you have one; do not leave it on a printer or in the shared filament area.
+
+
+
+ Filament entering the Prusa MK4 extruder.
+
+
+
+
+ Spools should sit correctly in the AMS and rotate freely.
+
+
+
+
+ Do not use bare cardboard spools in the AMS. TPU should only be used in the AMS if it is specifically suitable for AMS use.
+
+
+
+
+ Secure the free end of every removed spool before storing it.
+
+
+## Starting and monitoring a print
+
+Start the job through the printer or supported software. Heating, homing, calibration, bed probing and a small filament purge are normal. Keep hands clear.
+
+Stay beside the printer and watch the first layer. A good first layer has continuous lines firmly attached to the plate with no lifting edges.
+
+Stop the print if:
+
+- filament does not stick;
+- the print lifts or detaches;
+- filament collects around the nozzle or forms “spaghetti”;
+- feeding stops;
+- the printer reports an error or makes unusual noises; or
+- continuing may damage the printer.
+
+Once the first layer is successful, you may use other parts of the Hackspace, but a competent member must remain present and the print should be checked periodically.
+
+
+
+ A good first layer has smooth, continuous lines attached to the build plate.
+
+
+
+
+ Stop the print if the first layer is not sticking or is dragging badly.
+
+
+
+
+ A spaghetti failure should be stopped promptly. Do not leave it to continue.
+
+
+## Removing a print
+
+Let the plate cool where possible. Remove the magnetic plate from the printer, point it away from people and flex it gently until the print releases. Do not flex it on the printer and do not use excessive force.
+
+If a scraper is needed, use a plastic scraper only. Do not use metal scrapers on the build plate.
+
+If the print remains stuck, allow more cooling and ask for help. Remove loose plastic, check that the plate is clean and dry, and refit it squarely while keeping fingers clear of the magnets.
+
+
+
+ Remove the flexible build plate before trying to release the print.
+
+
+
+
+ Flex the plate gently, pointing it away from yourself and other people.
+
+
+
+
+ Refit the build plate squarely and make sure it is seated correctly before printing.
+
+
+## Finishing and payment
+
+Before leaving:
+
+- remove your print and all waste;
+- leave the build plate clean, dry and correctly fitted;
+- return tools and cleaning supplies;
+- remove personal filament from the printer, taking it home or putting it in your personal storage area if you have one;
+- secure the loose end of every removed spool; and
+- report faults.
+
+Hackspace filament costs **4p per gram**. Pay through the Snackspace tuck shop for all Hackspace filament used, including failed or cancelled prints.
+
+
+
+ Pay for Hackspace filament through the Snackspace tuck shop.
+
+
+## If something goes wrong
+
+Pause or cancel the print. Do not force filament, axes or AMS parts, and do not dismantle equipment. Read any displayed error, then ask an experienced member or report the fault if the solution is not part of the basic procedure in this handbook.
+
+
+
+ If filament builds up around the nozzle or print head, stop and ask for help.
+
+
+If smoke, fire or electrical damage creates an immediate danger, stop the printer and isolate its power if safe, alert other members and follow the Hackspace emergency procedure.
+
+## Complete the assessment
+
+You should now understand the hazards, rules and basic workflow for using the printers independently.
+
+**[Complete the FDM printer self-induction assessment](https://forms.gle/pGwzDXJ5jYph236w7)**
+
+A score of **100%** is required before independent use.
diff --git a/docs/equipment/3d_printers/overview.md b/docs/equipment/3d_printers/overview.md
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+++ b/docs/equipment/3d_printers/overview.md
@@ -1,16 +1,36 @@
-# Overview
+# FDM 3D Printing
-[3D Printer induction checklist](https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-YUpSXcf9aK-DJKqVsGbCb0hIGlQevt3/view?usp=sharing)
+HacMan provides five FDM printers for members who have completed the [self-induction](induction.md):
-### List of Printers
+
+
+ The HacMan FDM printer area.
+
-- [Prusa MK4's](prusa_mk4.md)
-- [Prusa XL](prusa_xl4.md)
-- [Bambu P1S](Bambu_p1s.md)
-- Sunlu printer (Courtney), larger than the enders
-- Resin Printer (Bob Jr.) Elegoo Mars Pro
+- 2 × Prusa MK4
+- 2 × Bambu Lab P2S with AMS 2 Pro
+- 1 × Bambu Lab P1S with AMS 2 Pro
-### Risk Assessments
+All use 1.75 mm filament and hardened nozzles.
-- [3D Printer Risk Assessment](https://docs.google.com/document/d/13F_mqEcwl8jpON4T8a-jdl3WKjYoNxzUKGc_Y5eh38M/edit?usp=sharing).
-- [Resin Printer Risk Assessment](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1gsu6xQNcerGyQyBi3ieNdV3jo-cZCiJkW5b1et0ysE4/edit?usp=sharing)
+## Become an inducted user
+
+1. Read the [FDM Self-Induction Handbook](induction.md).
+2. Complete the online assessment.
+3. Achieve 100%.
+
+No routine face-to-face sign-off is required. Ask an experienced member if you would like help with your first print.
+
+## Start here
+
+- [Self-Induction Handbook](induction.md)
+- [Printer Rules](printer_rules.md)
+- [Getting Started](getting_started.md)
+- [Filament Guide](filament.md)
+- [Using the Prusa MK4](prusa_mk4.md)
+- [Using the Bambu P1S and P2S](bambu_p1s_p2s.md)
+- [Using the AMS 2 Pro](ams2pro.md)
+- [Connect Your Computer to the Printers](connecting.md)
+- [Troubleshooting](troubleshooting.md)
+- [PrusaSlicer beginner guide](prusaslicer.md)
+- [Bambu Studio beginner guide](bambu_studio.md)
diff --git a/docs/equipment/3d_printers/printer_rules.md b/docs/equipment/3d_printers/printer_rules.md
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+# FDM Printer Rules
+
+These rules apply to every HacMan FDM printer.
+
+## Supervision
+
+Printing must not continue without a competent member in the Hackspace. This is an insurance requirement.
+
+If you need to leave, another competent member must explicitly agree to supervise your print. If nobody agrees, pause or cancel it. Remote monitoring is not a substitute.
+
+Stay beside the printer until the first layer has completed successfully. After that, you may use other parts of the Hackspace while a competent member remains present.
+
+## Protect people and equipment
+
+- Keep clear of hot nozzles, heated plates and moving parts.
+- Never force filament, an AMS or a printer axis.
+- Do not dismantle, modify, repair or maintain equipment unless authorised.
+- Stop and report unusual noises, repeated errors or visible damage.
+- Do not use equipment marked out of service.
+- Do not remove or cancel another member's print unless asked, you agreed to supervise it, or there is an immediate safety concern.
+
+## Build plates
+
+- Never start a print without the removable build plate correctly fitted.
+- Remove a plate before cleaning or flexing it.
+- Keep it clean and completely dry.
+- Never refit a wet plate.
+- Flex it gently and point it away from people.
+
+
+
+ Remove the flexible build plate before cleaning it or flexing it.
+
+
+## Filament
+
+- Hackspace filament costs 4p per gram, including failed and cancelled prints. Pay through Snackspace.
+- Personal compatible filament may be used.
+- ABS and ASA are restricted to the enclosed Bambu printers with carbon filtration.
+- Metal-filled filament is prohibited.
+- Bare cardboard spools must not be placed directly in an AMS.
+- Abrasive filaments must not be used in the AMS 2 Pro. Print them from the rear spool holder instead.
+- Flexible filaments must not be used in the AMS 2 Pro unless the filament is specifically labelled as suitable for AMS use.
+- Secure the loose end of every removed spool before storage.
+
+
+
+ Secure the free end of filament before storage to prevent tangles.
+
+
+## When finished
+
+Remove your print and waste, return tools, leave the plate clean and correctly fitted, secure filament ends, pay for Hackspace filament and report faults. Leave everything ready for the next member.
+
+
+
+ Pay for Hackspace filament through the Snackspace tuck shop.
+
diff --git a/docs/equipment/3d_printers/prusa_mk4.md b/docs/equipment/3d_printers/prusa_mk4.md
index b7195fb9b..ba8ef6dcc 100644
--- a/docs/equipment/3d_printers/prusa_mk4.md
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@@ -1,125 +1,42 @@
-# Prusa Mk4
+# Using the Prusa MK4
-> There is a manual next to the printers which contains plenty of information on how to use the printers.
+General rules and preparation are covered in [Getting Started](getting_started.md). This page contains Prusa-specific operation. Network addresses and keys are kept on [Connect Your Computer to the Printers](connecting.md).
-## Basic safety information
+
+
+ One of the HacMan Prusa MK4 printers.
+
-**Hot Surfaces- 290°C extruder tip, 120°C heated bed**
-Careful of hand placement when pre-heated.
-Molten plastic present when in use! It will stick to skin! Use a tool to
-remove.
+## Slicing
-**Unexpected motion-Self calibrates**
-Tie back hair when using.
-Remove jewellery.
-Ensure no one is near moving parts before starting a print.
+Use PrusaSlicer and the approved HacMan **Prusa MK4, 0.4 mm nozzle** profile. Follow the [PrusaSlicer beginner guide](prusaslicer.md).
-## How to setup the MK4's **with** PrusaSlicer and print
+## Loading filament
-Download [PrusaSlicer](https://www.prusa3d.com/en/page/prusaslicer_424/?)
+1. Put the spool on the holder so it can turn freely.
+2. Cut a damaged or bent filament end cleanly.
+3. Select the printer's load-filament function.
+4. Insert the filament when prompted and feed gently until the extruder takes it.
+5. Confirm that clean filament emerges from the nozzle.
----
+Use the unload-filament function before removing a spool. Never pull filament out by force. Secure the free end immediately.
-Click "add/remove presets""
+
+
+ Feed filament gently into the Prusa MK4 extruder when prompted.
+
-
+## Starting a print
----
+On a HacMan PC, select the intended physical printer and use the bottom-right **G** button after slicing and checking Preview. Personal computers can be configured using [the connection instructions](connecting.md). USB export remains an acceptable fallback.
-Select MK4 with or without [Input Shaping](https://help.prusa3d.com/article/input-shaper-mk4-xl-mini-_451816)
+Heating, homing, bed probing and purging are normal. Keep clear and watch the complete first layer.
-
+
+
+ On a HacMan PC, use the bottom-right G button after slicing to send the job to the selected Prusa printer.
+
----
+## Faults
-Press "add physical printer"
-
-
-
----
-
-Then add in the following details
-
-| Name | IP-Address | Prusa-Link Key |
-| ------- | ------------ | --------------- |
-| Kim | 172.16.0.123 | dmAPJnhhJ37VXBV |
-| Romanov | 172.16.0.124 | JZXE4a9SUKAKWEw |
-
-
-
----
-
-### Printing from PrusaSlicer
-
-Pressing the button next to "export g code" will send your file to a physical printer, if it doesn't work make sure you have a physical printer selected and not a generic preset.
-
-
-
-## Using the Prusa's **without** PrusaSlicer
-
-It is perfectly fine if you want to use the Prusa's with a different slicer or [custom G-code.](https://fullcontrol.xyz/)
-
-Simply visit the IP-Address from Printer Connection Information to use [PrusaLink.](https://help.prusa3d.com/guide/wi-fi-and-prusalink-setup-mk4-mk3-9-xl-mini-_413293#416077)
-
-Use "maker" as the username and the Prusa-Link key as the password.
-
-| username | IP-Address | Prusa-Link Key |
-| -------- | ------------ | --------------- |
-| maker | 172.16.0.123 | dmAPJnhhJ37VXBV |
-| maker | 172.16.0.124 | JZXE4a9SUKAKWEw |
-
-
-
----
-
-## Changing filament
-
-To UNLOAD previous filament:
-
-1. Navigate to Filament → Unload filament, and confirm selection,
- Printer will preheat, and filament will be ejected once temperature
- reached.
-
-
-2. Once ejection complete, remove the filament by hand and wrap the
- spool up properly for the next Maker.
-
-
-
-To LOAD filament:
-
-1. Place a filament spool on the spool holder,
-
-
-2. Unhook the end, but keep light tension on it,
-
-
-3. Trim the end into a sharp point with cutters,
-
-
-4. Thread the end through the filament guide and into the top of the
- extruder.
-
-
-5. Navigate to Filament → Load Filament and confirm selection.
-
-
-6. Select the material you are trying to Load, and confirm.
-
-
-7. Wait for pre-heat to complete.
-
-
-8. Press rotary knob to start feeding filament, and lightly push the
-
-
-9. filament into the extruder until it starts pulling the filament by itself.
-
-
-10. Wait for printer to stop pulling filament and:
-
-
-11. Confirm if you see your new filament being extruded,
-
-
-12. Purge more if the colour hasn’t fully changed.
+Do not adjust belts, move axes by force, replace nozzles, clear mechanical jams or alter hardware. Stop and report the problem.
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-# Prusa XL
-
-
-> There is a manual next to the printers which contains plenty of information on how to use the printers.
-
-## Basic safety information
-
-**Hot Surfaces- 290°C extruder tip, 120°C heated bed** Careful of hand placement when pre-heated.
-Molten plastic present when in use! It will stick to skin! Use a tool to
-remove.
-
-**Unexpected motion-it Self calibrates** Tie back hair when using.
-Remove jewellery.
-Ensure no one is near moving parts before starting a print.
-
-Get familiar with the [mk4](prusa_mk4.md)'s before using this printer
-
-| Username | Ip_address | API_Key
-| -------- | --------------- | ------------ |
-| maker | 172.16.0.125 | Mt764hiyxNvJKvP
diff --git a/docs/equipment/3d_printers/prusaslicer.md b/docs/equipment/3d_printers/prusaslicer.md
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+# Beginner's Guide to PrusaSlicer
+
+This guide covers the settings most beginners need to turn a model into a printable file. It does not cover advanced modifiers or detailed tuning.
+
+## 1. Open your model
+
+Drag an STL, 3MF, STEP or OBJ file onto the build plate, or select **Add** from the top toolbar.
+
+The model should appear on the virtual build plate. If a 3MF project asks whether to load the whole project or geometry only, use **geometry only** unless you trust and intend to use the supplied printer settings.
+
+## 2. Select the printer
+
+In the printer selector, choose the HacMan profile for the correct **Prusa MK4 with 0.4 mm nozzle**.
+
+⚠ **Check:** Never slice for a different printer or nozzle size. The virtual plate should match the printer you intend to use.
+
+
+
+ Select the correct HacMan Prusa MK4 physical printer before slicing or sending a print.
+
+
+## 3. Select the filament
+
+Choose the profile matching the material that will be loaded, such as PLA, PETG or TPU.
+
+The profile controls temperatures and other material-dependent settings. Do not select a material merely because its colour matches.
+
+## 4. Use a standard print profile
+
+For an ordinary first print, select a standard **0.20 mm** profile. Leave advanced settings at the HacMan defaults unless you understand why they need changing.
+
+## 5. Check orientation and placement
+
+Make sure the model:
+
+- sits flat on the plate;
+- is fully inside the printable area; and
+- is oriented sensibly, with a stable face against the plate where possible.
+
+If necessary, select the model and use **Place on Face** to put a chosen flat surface on the plate. Ask for help if the model has large sections that would begin printing in mid-air; it may need supports.
+
+## 6. Decide whether the model needs supports
+
+Each printed layer must be supported by the build plate or by plastic beneath it. An **overhang** is a part that extends sideways beyond the layer below. A gentle slope may print without help, but a steep overhang or a feature beginning in mid-air may need temporary support material.
+
+First consider rotating the model so fewer areas need support. If support is still required, enable **Generate support material**. For a straightforward model, start with **On build plate only**; use **Everywhere** only when an overhang cannot be reached from the plate.
+
+Supports consume extra filament, increase print time and can mark the supported surface. Inspect them in Preview and ask for help if they appear inside a cavity where they will be difficult to remove.
+
+
+
+ Support settings are in Print Settings → Support material. Supports are used when a model has overhangs that would otherwise print into mid-air.
+
+
+## 7. Choose infill and wall thickness
+
+**Infill** is the internal structure inside a model. It supports top surfaces and helps resist crushing, but more infill also uses more filament and time.
+
+- **15% infill** is a sensible starting point for most decorative and lightly loaded parts.
+- Increase it when the part must resist compression or needs more internal support.
+- 100% is rarely necessary and is not automatically the strongest or best choice.
+
+The outer shell is formed from **perimeters**, also called walls. Adding walls is usually more effective for general strength than greatly increasing infill:
+
+- use the standard profile for ordinary models;
+- try **3–4 perimeters** for a stronger functional part; and
+- remember that print orientation matters: layer-to-layer strength is usually the weakest direction.
+
+
+
+ Infill settings are in Print Settings → Infill. Fill density controls how much internal structure the print has.
+
+
+
+
+ Perimeter settings are in Print Settings → Layers and perimeters. Increasing perimeters is often a good way to improve part strength.
+
+
+## 8. Add a brim when needed
+
+A **brim** is a thin, single-layer border attached to the bottom edge of the model. It increases contact with the plate and can help narrow, tall or corner-prone models stay attached.
+
+Use a brim when the model has a small footprint or is likely to lift. It must be removed after printing and may leave a small edge to tidy, so it is unnecessary for a broad, stable model that already adheres well.
+
+
+
+ Skirt and brim settings are in Print Settings → Skirt and brim. A brim can help small or narrow parts stay attached to the build plate.
+
+
+## 9. Slice
+
+Select **Slice now**.
+
+PrusaSlicer changes to Preview and calculates the print time and filament usage.
+
+## 10. Inspect the preview
+
+Use the vertical layer slider to look through the print. Check that:
+
+- the complete model is present;
+- every section is supported by the plate, the previous layer or generated supports;
+- there are no unexpected parts outside the model; and
+- the time and filament estimates are plausible.
+
+If the preview looks wrong, return to the 3D view and fix the setup before exporting.
+
+## 11. Send the job from a HacMan PC
+
+On a HacMan PC, select the required machine from the **Physical printer** selector. After slicing and checking Preview, press the **G button in the bottom-right corner** to send the G-code to that printer.
+
+Confirm that the physical printer name is correct before sending. Do not send to a machine that is already in use or marked out of service. At the printer, check that the received filename, thumbnail and estimated time match the intended job before starting it.
+
+
+
+ On the Hackspace PCs, once a physical Prusa printer is selected, use the G button in the bottom-right to send the file to the printer.
+
+
+If the configured network workflow is unavailable, ask another member rather than changing connection settings. USB export may be used if that is the current fallback procedure.
+
+## Before pressing Print
+
+- Correct Prusa MK4 profile
+- Correct 0.4 mm nozzle
+- Correct material profile
+- Model fits and sits flat
+- Supports added only where needed
+- Infill and perimeter count suitable for the job
+- Brim added if the footprint needs more adhesion
+- Preview checked
+- Build plate clean, dry and correctly fitted
+- Correct filament loaded
+
+Stay and watch the first layer after the print starts.
+
+## Official reference
+
+Prusa's current workflow is documented in [First print with PrusaSlicer](https://help.prusa3d.com/article/first-print-with-prusaslicer_1753). See also Prusa's references for [support material](https://help.prusa3d.com/article/support-material_1698), [infill](https://help.prusa3d.com/article/infill_42) and [layers and perimeters](https://help.prusa3d.com/article/layers-and-perimeters_1748).
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+# Basic Troubleshooting
+
+This page covers checks inducted members may perform without dismantling or adjusting a printer.
+
+## Print does not stick
+
+Stop the print. Remove and clean the build plate, dry it completely, refit it correctly and confirm that the slicer used the right printer, plate and material profiles.
+
+
+
+ A poor first layer should be stopped and investigated before trying again.
+
+
+## Print lifts or spaghetti forms
+
+Stop the print. Do not push a moving print back onto the plate. If plastic has collected around the nozzle or print head, stop using the printer and ask for help.
+
+
+
+ Spaghetti failures should be stopped promptly.
+
+
+
+
+ If filament builds up around the nozzle or print head, stop and ask for help.
+
+
+## Filament does not load
+
+Do not force it. Confirm the spool rotates, the filament end is cleanly cut and the correct load function is active. If it still fails, ask for help.
+
+## AMS error
+
+Confirm the spool rotates and no visible external obstruction exists. Do not pull filament or dismantle the AMS. Ask for help if the displayed procedure does not resolve it.
+
+## Printer error or unusual noise
+
+Pause or cancel the job, note or photograph the message and report the fault. Do not repeatedly restart a printer that continues to error.
+
+
+
+ Do not use printers marked out of service.
+
+
+## Smoke, overheating or electrical damage
+
+Stop the printer and isolate power if safe. Alert other members and follow the Hackspace emergency procedure.
+
+## Report, do not repair
+
+Members must not replace nozzles, adjust belts, open electrical enclosures, clear internal jams or alter hardware unless authorised.
+
+Report faults or changed connection details by contacting the 3D printing team on Telegram, posting on the HacMan forum, or submitting a broken-tool report using one of the QR codes displayed around the Hackspace.
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| [Getting Started](https://docs.hacman.org.uk/getting_started/) | [Storage Rules](https://docs.hacman.org.uk/governance/rules/member_storage/) | [Woodwork](https://docs.hacman.org.uk/equipment/woodwork/) |
| | [Purchase Proposals](https://docs.hacman.org.uk/membership/buying_stuff/) | [Visual Arts](https://docs.hacman.org.uk/equipment/visual_arts/) |
| | [Consumables List](https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1AOO55t0vs3c4PiPQu42w1USbfekBcNd9CSx9lppWmmY/edit?usp=sharing) | [Welding](https://docs.hacman.org.uk/equipment/welding/) |
-| | | [3D Printing](https://docs.hacman.org.uk/equipment/3d_printers/) |
+| | | [3D Printing](https://docs.hacman.org.uk/equipment/3d_printers/overview/) |
| | | [Electronics](https://docs.hacman.org.uk/equipment/electronics/) |
| | | [CNC](https://docs.hacman.org.uk/equipment/cnc/) |
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'Workshop_Areas/3D-Printers/Induction.md': 'equipment/3d_printers/induction.md'
'Workshop_Areas/3D-Printers/Overview.md': 'equipment/3d_printers/overview.md'
'Workshop_Areas/3D-Printers/PrusaMK4.md': 'equipment/3d_printers/prusa_mk4.md'
- 'Workshop_Areas/3D-Printers/PrusaXL4.md': 'equipment/3d_printers/prusa_xl4.md'
+ 'Workshop_Areas/3D-Printers/PrusaXL4.md': 'equipment/3d_printers/overview.md'
'Workshop_Areas/CNC/Chunky CNC/Feeds and Speeds.md': 'equipment/cnc/chunky_cnc/feeds_and_speeds.md'
'Workshop_Areas/CNC/Chunky CNC/Reference Terms.md': 'equipment/cnc/chunky_cnc/reference_terms.md'
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