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jtandrew
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X-Axis has a hard time moving

I have successfully printed 3 items on my printer but now I am having problems with the X-Axis.  When I run some of the tests it will stop moving in the middle of the plate.  It will move all the way to the right without an issue but when it is moving left it often stops right in the middle.

If I manually move it I can move it all the way to the left but it takes quite a bit of effort to get it past the middle.

Thoughts on what the problem could be?

Thanks!
Jim

Posted : 11/04/2020 12:25 am
JoanTabb
(@joantabb)
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RE: X-Axis has a hard time moving

Hi Jim, 
there could be a lot of issues, but I would start off rubbing some grease on the X axis smooth rods, and running the extruder across to the other side, then rub some more grease in, in a thin film, and run the x axis back and forth a couple of times. to see if this sorts the problem! 

regards Joan

I try to make safe suggestions,You should understand the context and ensure you are happy that they are safe before attempting to apply my suggestions, what you do, is YOUR responsibility. Location Halifax UK

Posted : 11/04/2020 6:06 pm
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jtandrew
(@jtandrew)
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Topic starter answered:
RE: X-Axis has a hard time moving

@joantabb

That worked thanks!

Posted : 11/04/2020 8:09 pm
JoanTabb
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RE: X-Axis has a hard time moving

Magic, 

😀

Joan

I try to make safe suggestions,You should understand the context and ensure you are happy that they are safe before attempting to apply my suggestions, what you do, is YOUR responsibility. Location Halifax UK

Posted : 11/04/2020 8:47 pm
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