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Spool Holder Installation


Model	[•] AON M2+ (CE)	[•] AON M2+ (R-NZ)	[•] AON M2+	[•] AON-M2 2020	[•] AON-M2
Category	[•] Installation	[ ] Operation	[ ] Maintenance

Summary

The procedure that follows gives instructions on how to install the spool holders onto the AON3D machine.

Estimated time: 30 minutes

Two spool holders can be installed on the all machine models. The AON M2+ (R-NZ), AON M2+, AON-M2 2020 and AON-M2 comes with the spool holder installed.

To install the Filament Dry Storage and Feed System, refer to Filament Dry Storage and Feed System Installation.

Tools

Qty	Description	Specification
1	Hex Key	3 mm

Parts Information

Qty	Part Number	Description
1	K-000019	Spool Holder Kit
2	. P-0104-015-R00	Spool Holder Bracket, Left
2	. P-0104-016-R00	Spool Holder Bracket, Right
2	. A-0901-001-R01	Spool Holder Rod Assy - R01
2	. P-0905-006	Feed Tube, Filament (150 mm/6 in)
8	. HW-BHCS-M5-10	Screws, Spool Holder

Reach out to our Customer Success team at help@aon3d.com for genuine AON3D replacement part(s) inquiries.

The Filament Dry Storage and Feed System (dry box) can have an opaque or a transparent lid.

Personal Protective Equipment

Qty	Description	Minimum Specification
1	Safety Eyewear	ANSI/ISEA Z87.1
1	Safety Footwear	EN ISO 20345 or ASTM F2413
A/R	Nitrile Gloves	ISO 2859-1 or ASTM D6319

Prepare the Machine

Remove the filament from the extruder(s) and feed path(s). Refer to Replace Filament.
Push the E-stop button.
Turn the power OFF with the ON/OFF switch found on the rear panel of the machine.
- For AON M2+ (CE) machines: Disconnect power to the machine from the local supply disconnecting device.
- For AON M2+ (R-NZ), AON M2+, AON-M2 2020 and AON-M2 machines: Disconnect the main power cord from the receptacle.
Wait until the build chamber, bed and hot ends are at room temperature.

Remove the Filament Dry Storage and Feed System

Wait until all machine components are at room temperature before you continue. Some machine components can be hot if the machine was recently used. Failure to do so can cause injuries.

Remove the Dry Box Enclosure Assemblies

Disconnect the 762 mm (30 in) feed tube from the filament sensor fitting.
Remove the filament spool from the dry box enclosure.
Carefully lift the dry box enclosure assembly from the machine hanger bracket.
- Set the dry box enclosure and the feed tubes aside.
Do steps 1 to 3 for the adjacent dry box enclosure, if necessary.

Remove the Machine Bracket

Install Machine Bracket

Use the 3 mm hex key to remove the two screws (2) that hold the machine hanger bracket (1).
- Set the machine hanger bracket (1) and two screws (2) aside.
Do step 1 for the adjacent machine hanger bracket (1), if necessary.

Install the Filament Spool Holders

Install Spool Brackets Filament Sensor

Align the spool holder bracket (2) holes to the top and bottom holes. Make sure that the hook of spool hanger bracket (2) points UP and that the short side points toward the center of the spool holder tube (1) once installed.
Manually install the two screws (3) through the spool holder bracket (2) and into the top and bottom holes of rear panel of the machine.
Use the 3 mm hex key to tighten the two screws (3). Make sure that the two screws (3) are tight.
Do steps 1 to 3 for the second spool holder bracket (2).
Install the spool holder tube (1) onto the two spool holder brackets (2).
Push the 150 mm (6 in) feed tube into the filament sensor fitting that is located on the same side above the spool holder.
Do steps 1 to 6 for the adjacent side, if necessary.

Install the Roll of Filament

Refer to the Load Filament procedure.

Test and Return To Service

- For AON M2+ (CE) machines: Connect power to the machine from the local supply disconnecting device.
- For AON M2+ (R-NZ), AON M2+, AON-M2 2020 and AON-M2 machines: Connect the main power cord to the receptacle.
Turn the power ON with the ON/OFF switch found on the rear panel of the machine.
Release the E-stop button.
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