Trim Guide Tube


Before trimming the guide tube of the da Vinci Mini, you need to unload the filament. Instructions for this can be found in the link below:

Unload filament 


In the printer monitor panel, click Setup > Jog Mode.

Make sure the extruder module has returned to the home position.

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Remove the guide tube from the feed module.

Push down on the black ring on the feed tube grip and pull out the feed tube.

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Remove the guide tube from the extruder module.

Push down on the black ring on the feed tube grip and pull out the feed tube.

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Prepare the following:

  • Feeding path cleaning wire
  • Diagonal pliers
  • Scissors

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Insert the feeding path cleaning wire into the guide tube.

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Use the pliers to cut the guide tube cleanly.

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Remove the feeding path cleaning wire from the guide and reinstall the guide tube.

Note: If the guide tube is under 50cm, we recommend that you replace it.

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