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-====== Original Prusa i3 MK2 ======
-David Weis decided to lend us his Original Prusa i3 MK2 printer.
-He can be rewarded for his generosity in the form of vegan goodies ^_^
-===== Costs =====
-^Material^Members/funders^
-|PLA|TBD (£0.30/m)|
-===== Materials =====
-The printer can be used for printing with //PLA// or //PETG// filament, with a //1.75mm// diameter.\\
-Other filaments have to be disucces on the mailing list and need final vettoing from David. If you wish to print with ABS then additional ventilation will be required to deal with styrene fumes.
-//TPU// or //TPE// flexible filaments (such as NinjaFlex) may be used but require use of talcom powder or painters tape on the PEI print surface.\\
-__PEI SHEET WILL GET DAMAGED IN CASE YOU PRINT TPU DIRECTLY ON IT!!!__
-Use of your own filament is only allowed with a previous discussion with other members to prevent usage of low quality or nonsuitable filament.
-===== Rules =====
-  * Do not hack. The 3D printer is a tool, not a project. (This includes doing software updates or anything that you may consider **upgrading**)
-  * Use material supplied by the lab.
-  * If you want to use your own material, it must be of good quality and approved before use (post to the members list).
-  * If you want to use ABS (or other materials which produce fumes) you must relocate the printer to somewhere with good ventilation, flush out the ABS after use and return the printer to its normal place.
-  * Wait for the bed to cool before attempting to remove a print
-  * Send an email to the mailing list in adnvace before doing a long print
-  * Do NOT use sharp tools to remove a print from the bed. You could damage the PEI sheet.
-===== Loan rules ====
-As the owner of the printer David reserves the right to take the printer out of the lab for few days or print really long prints.\\
-It's unlikely this will ever happen without a prior warning on the mailing list. Unless it's a case of dire printing emergency!!!
-===== Software =====
-You can use two different slicers with the Prusa.
-=== Slic3r ===
-Slic3r Prusa edition is the more advanced version that allows a lot more control but can be overwhelming for a new user.\\
-You can download it here: https://www.prusa3d.com/slic3r-prusa-edition/
-=== PrusaControl ===
-PrusaControl is a very simple slicer that is great for beginners.\\
-You can download it here: https://prusacontrol.org/
-If you wish to use a different slicer you can ask on the mailing list. But unless you have a very good reason to use a different one it's advised to stick with the listed options.
-===== Calibration =====
-The Prusa MK2 will automatically calibrate before every print.\\
-Do not use the calibration option on your own without a previous discussion on the mailing list.
-===== Firmware =====
-Printer is using an unmodified version of the the original Prusa MK2 firmware. We have no intention of changing this.
-===== Printing Instructions =====
-Unless you are experienced with 3D printing it is highly recommended that you ask on the mailing list for help with your first few prints.
-If you want some guidance here is a perfect quick start guide from Prusa Research: https://www.prusa3d.com/new-user-mk2s/
-David is politely asking that you train yourself on the Ultimaker 2 before touching his printer.
-===== Documentation =====
-https://www.prusa3d.com/new-user-mk2s/\\
-https://prusa3d.com/downloads/manual/prusa3d_manual_mk2s_en.pdf\\
-==== Detailed Rules ====
-  * Do not upload custom firmware to to the printer
-  * Do not modify any part of the body of the printer
-  * Do not try to physical realign any part of the printer if you feel it isn't straight
-  * Do not wash the bed surface with anything else than water or alcohol
-  * Do not try to use any filament that is not 1.75 mm
-  * Do not print any abrasive material (Bronzfil, carbon fiber,... ) on the stock bronze nozzle
-  * Do not exchange the nozzle
-  * Do not change any of the setting on the printer
-  * Do not leave the printer with a heated nozzle or bed
-  * Do not play with any of the cabling on the printer
-  * Don't try to tension the belts or anything of that kind
-  * Don't dumb with the printer!
-===== Log =====
-example:
-YYYY-MM-DD:
-  * What was done
-  * Next line