Uploaded February 2015 | Updated September 2026, 3 weeks ago
This is one of the more common maintenance procedures for any 3D printer. Occasionally, the drive gear that feeds the filament gets clogged with plastic, which will lead to under-extrusion and poor print quality. To correct this issue, the extruder needs to be removed so the drive gear can be cleaned manually.
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This is one of the more common maintenance procedures for any 3D printer. Occasionally, the drive gear that feeds the filament gets clogged with plastic, which will lead to under-extrusion and poor print quality. To correct this issue, the extruder needs to be removed so the drive gear can be cleaned manually.
For more information, please visit:
3duniverse.org
shop3duniverse.com
Intro and Closing Music:
pacdv.com/sounds




