Filament Maker X10 – Installing, Removing, and Operating the Spool

Spool Holder

The spool holder automatically rotates clockwise when the machine is operating.

Before Installing a Spool

Before installing a spool, make sure the three chuck jaws are retracted into the main spool holder.

1. Rotate the white actuation ring clockwise.
2. Continue rotating until a click is felt or heard.
3. Confirm that all three chuck jaws are retracted.

Installing a Spool

1. Feed the filament through the pilot hole of the empty spool.
2. Slide the spool completely toward the back of the spool holder.
3. Push the spool against the stop pad of the locking winder.
4. The mechanism will automatically unlock.
5. The chuck jaws will extend and grip the spool.

Confirm that the spool is securely held before starting the spooling process.

Starting the Spooling Process

Once the spool has been correctly installed:

1. Click Start Spooling on the Filament Maker X10 display.
2. The winding mechanism will begin rotating.
3. Monitor the filament as it is wound onto the spool.

Make sure the filament remains correctly positioned throughout the spooling process.

Stopping the Spooling Process

When you need to stop spooling:

1. Click Stop Spooling on the Filament Maker X10 display.
2. Wait for the spool to stop rotating.
3. Push the spool against the back of the spool holder.
4. Turn the spool holder clockwise until a click is heard.
5. The winder will automatically lock the spool holder in the closed position.

Removing the Finished Spool

Once the spool holder has been locked:

1. Remove the finished spool from the spool holder.
2. Cut the filament end.
3. Secure the filament end to prevent it from unwinding.

Next Step

After completing the spooling process, continue with: Filament Maker X10 – How to Purge the Extrusion System