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Flashforge Finder 2 Fan Cleaning or Replacement

Flashforge Finder 2 Fan Cleaning or Replacement

dinoo_fixit

dinoo_fixit and one other contributor

Last updated on September 17, 2024

10 - 25 minutes
Moderate
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Introduction

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Fan cleaning is part of the preventive maintenance of a 3d printer. Approximately every 300 printing hours, disassemble and clean it to prevent fan blockages and subsequent printing errors. This guide can also be applied to fan replacement.

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  1. Flashforge Finder 2 Fan Cleaning or Replacement, Work safely: step 1, image 1 of 1
    • Shut down the back switch and disconnect the printer power supply

    • If used recently wait for the extruder to cool down

  2. Flashforge Finder 2 Fan Cleaning or Replacement, Remove extruder cover: step 2, image 1 of 3 Flashforge Finder 2 Fan Cleaning or Replacement, Remove extruder cover: step 2, image 2 of 3 Flashforge Finder 2 Fan Cleaning or Replacement, Remove extruder cover: step 2, image 3 of 3
    • Remove the three screws on the extruder top with a 2.5 Allen key or an appropriate screwdriver bit

    • Gently lift up the extruder cover

    • Pay attention to the flat cable while lifting the cover

  3. Flashforge Finder 2 Fan Cleaning or Replacement, Disconnect the fan: step 3, image 1 of 1
    • Using a spudger, disconnect the fan connector

    • Route the cable to free it

  4. Flashforge Finder 2 Fan Cleaning or Replacement, Unscrew the fan: step 4, image 1 of 2 Flashforge Finder 2 Fan Cleaning or Replacement, Unscrew the fan: step 4, image 2 of 2
    • Remove the two Phillips screw holding the fan

  5. Flashforge Finder 2 Fan Cleaning or Replacement, (Optional) Disassemble the fan: step 5, image 1 of 2 Flashforge Finder 2 Fan Cleaning or Replacement, (Optional) Disassemble the fan: step 5, image 2 of 2
    • The fan can now be removed from the extruder. If you need to replace it, just follow the steps in reverse order with the new fan

    • If you are cleaning the fan, release the three clips holding it together with a spudger

  6. Flashforge Finder 2 Fan Cleaning or Replacement, Clean the fan: step 6, image 1 of 1
    • Using compressed air and a brush, clean the fan from dust and debris

Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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