====== 3D Printing Clearance ======

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====== Tool Specific Instruction ======

===== Point out the following tool features =====

  * Maintenance Tag
  * Reset Button
  * Power Button
  * SD Card Slot
  * Nozzle
  * Build Plate
  * Extruder
  * Hot End

===== Identify & mitigate common hazards =====

  * Detached Print
  * Nozzle marring the Build Plate
  * Blob of Death
  * Fire

===== Allowable Materials =====

  * Can name 2 or more allowable materials for the 3D printers
  * Can name materials that are not allowed on the printers.

===== Safe Setup/Operation/Cleanup =====
 
  * Demonstrate proper inspection and preparation of printer prior to use.
  * Demonstrate proper cleaning of build plate prior to use.
  * Demonstrate switching filament.
  * Demonstrate cleaning nozzle.
  * Demonstrate slicing a model with appropriate settings.
  * Demonstrate setting bed and nozzle temperature.
  * Demonstrate proper determination of first layer height and using live Z adjust.
  * Demonstrate proper removal of prints from the build surface
  * Demonstrate proper cleanup of the area and tools

===== Knowledge and Technique =====
 
  * Knows appropriate temperature ranges for common materials such as PLA.
  * Knows appropriate handling of build sheets and filament spools.
  * Knows the parts of the printer that can cause burns.


===== Instructor will provide =====

  * Information on selecting the appropriate bed for the material being printed
  * Information on when to use the enclosure with doors open / closed
  * Demonstration on how to clean the nozzle and bed