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      How to replace the Filament Runout Sensor (BCN3D Sigma)

      Tools  
      allen-icon
      2mm Allen key

      socket-driver-icon
      5.5mm Socket Driver

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      Philips Screwdriver

       

      If you already checked the function of the Filament runout sensor and you need to replace it, follow the next steps. If not, check out the next article to verify the operation of the filament runout sensor:

      Filament runout sensor issues

       

      1. To remove the old FRS, first raise the printing platform, go to Utilities/Maintenance/Move printing surface to do so.

      Move printing platform

      2. Turn your BCN3D Sigma off and unplug it from the power outlet.

      sigma-turn-off-1 sigmax-turn-off-2

       

      3. Using the provided 2mm Allen key and a Philips screwdriver, unscrew and store all the screws that secure the cover to the structure:

      screw-iconx11 M3 8mm

      screw-iconx2 M3.2 9.5mm

       

       

      4. Insert the printed part “Bowden guide” into the new Teflon tube with the filament runout sensor. Insert the part with the correct orientation.

       

      5. Insert the new Teflon tube with the filament sensor into the Bowden insertion hole. Push until you feel that you have reached the end.

      Note: Pay attention to the correct orientation of each filament sensor during the insertion into the covers, as shown in the pictures.

       

      6. Check the Bowden Exit orientation to ensure a perfect fitting between the Bowden insertion and the cover as shown in the pictures.

       

      7. Before placing the side covers, make sure that the brackets are placed with the flat side facing up. Lay the cover and then push on the side, as shown in the picture, this will make the installation of the bottom cover easier. 

       

      8. Repeat the same steps for the other lateral cover, then place the central cover and screw the three covers, using the same screws as the ones shown in step 1.

      Tip: To ease this process, use an Allen key to align the cover holes with the ones in the brackets

       

      Conclusions

      Once the FRS is installed, insert the Bowden tube into the extruder and install the printed coupling clip to lock its position. 

       

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      It's important to keep your printer in good shape to make the most out of it. In this chart, you can find a list of the extruder maintenance procedures and how frequently these should be done. Maintenance Plan

       

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      Parts   Buy these parts
      FRS L sigma Sigma FRS Kit Left SKU 11922
      FRS R sigma Sigma FRS Kit Right SKU 11923

       

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