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CC Guide🔗

Warning

CC is currently TA-operated only.

CC supports both network and USB printing. Pre‑configured profiles can be downloaded from Overview.

1. Powering On🔗

  • Power button: rear left side of the printer.
  • If needed, enable the LED light by tapping the icon on the home screen; the light does not turn on automatically when a print starts.

2. Loading Filament🔗

  1. Mount the filament spool on the side holder.
  2. Feed the filament through the run‑out sensor until it bottoms out; give a firm push to ensure it is fully seated and not caught on any lip.
  3. On the touchscreen, go to Control Menu (on the left, third icon from the top), select the Extruder tab, and tap Load.

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After loading, lightly tug on the filament before confirming that it has been loaded correctly

3. Preparing the Build Plate🔗

The CC build plate is double‑sided:

  • A (Textured) – general use.
  • B (Smooth) – optimized for PLA; prints at a 30 °C bed temperature.

Avoid touching either side to prevent oil buildup.

If printing the full build plate, remove the cutter stopper and adjust the printer profile accordingly. Refer to the full‑size printing guide.

4. Printing a file🔗

  1. Use the File Menu (on the left, second icon from the top) to select files stored on internal storage (Local) or a USB drive.
  2. After selecting a file, choose the correct side (Side A / Side B) before pressing Print.

Note

Do not perform leveling when using Side B. Leveling is performed at 60 °C regardless of the chosen side; cooling from 60 °C to 30 °C takes a long time.

Printing via the network🔗

  • In OrcaSlicer, set the bed type: Textured PEI Plate (Side A) or Smooth Cool Plate (Side B).

  • When sending a print, the printer will also prompt for the side; mismatches trigger a warning. The selected side determines the bed mesh used.

Note

Do not perform leveling when using Side B. Leveling is performed at 60 °C regardless of the chosen side; cooling from 60 °C to 30 °C takes a long time.

5. First Layer and Adhesion🔗

A successful first layer is crucial. Address any issues immediately to prevent failed prints.

Build Plate Cleaning🔗

Most unsuccessful prints are caused by a contaminated dirty build plate.

  • Soap and Water
    The most effective method. Remove the build plate, then rinse and dry thoroughly before reinstalling.

  • Isopropyl Alcohol
    Useful for quick cleans, but it can leave behind residue if not wiped off before evaporation.

  • Glue or Tape
    While easy and effetive, it's not recommended. These add thickness that can interfere with print quality.

Z-height🔗

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If the wrong side is selected at start, an incorrect bed mesh and Z‑height will be loaded.

The live Z‑adjustment menu is hidden under Configuration Menu (on the left, fourth icon from the top). Select Z‑Offset:

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The down arrow increases the offset; the up arrow decreases it. There is a delay between button presses and live adjustment—wait up to 5 seconds before adjusting again.

6. Periodic Monitoring🔗

Check your print periodically—especially longer prints. While most failures occur in the first layer, issues like tangled filament or poor support placement often arise later.

For networked printer, print can be viewed live online.

7. Print Removal and Cleanup🔗

  • After the print finishes, remove the build plate and flex it to remove the print.
  • CC does not unload automatically after a print, manually unload the filament.
  • Cleanup the machine and workspace after usage.