Step 1.

Switch off the printer, and remove the top panels of the printer. Then disconnect the ribbon cable as shown.

Step 2.

Pull extruder assembly up until it releases, and remove it.

Step 3.

Remove both Philips-head screws as shown.

Step 4.

Remove fan plug as shown.

Step 5.

Pull extruder motor out of fan cover. Take care as the LED strip may still be connected. If so, gently pull this out also.

Step 6.

Using the smaller, included Allen key, undo both bolts on the white piece as shown.

Step 7.

Using a pair of pliers or similar, gently pry out this white piece. It can be tricky, so take care.

Step 8.

Locate the culprit; usually a small stray piece as shown. Using pliers, tweezers, etc. remove this piece.

Step 9.

Push the white piece back in place and secure it with the two bolts from earlier.

Step 10.

Position the extruder motor above the fan cover, and insert the LED strip into it's holder. This can be quite tricky, so it's best to get someone to hold the motor for you. 

Step 11.

Slide the extruder motor into the fan cover as shown.

Step 12.

Reconnect the fan cable as shown.

Step 13.

Using a Philips-head screwdriver, re-install both screws from earlier.

Step 14.

Re-install extruder into the printer by lining it up with the lugs on the extruder carriage, and pushing it down very firmly until you hear a click. 

Step 15.

Plug the ribbon cable back into the extruder as shown.

Step 16.

Re-install the top panels of the printer, and it should be ready to go! Double check the type of plastic you will be using, and using either the touchscreen controls or a computer, extrude some plastic to confirm if this has worked.

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