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Bed Mesh Not Applied or First Layer Ignores Leveling

Confirm the mesh was saved, the correct profile is loaded after homing, start G-code does not clear it, and the Z axis visibly compensates during the first laye.

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Visual repair reference for bed mesh not applied or first layer ignores leveling
A small representative test no longer shows the original symptom.
First safe actionRun the first safe check and change one variable at a time.
Proof targetA small representative test no longer shows the original symptom.
Controlled tests logged0
Verification resultNot recorded
Machine and material context

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One variable at a time

Controlled test history

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Repair sequence

Step completion

  1. 1
    Confirm the correct build plate is installed and clean.Not completed
  2. 2
    Run homing and mesh generation using the manufacturer workflow.Not completed
  3. 3
    Save the mesh and restart the printer.Not completed
  4. 4
    Inspect start G-code for commands that create, clear, or load a mesh.Not completed
  5. 5
    Confirm the active mesh or slot on the printer screen or console.Not completed
  6. 6
    Watch or feel for small Z corrections during a slow first-layer test.Not completed
  7. 7
    Check gantry, bed mount, wheels, rails, and nozzle for play.Not completed
  8. 8
    Create separate verified profiles for different plates if needed.Not completed
Private workshop notes

Observations and winning values

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Verification test

Model
Small representative test print
Setup
Use the same printer, material, slicer and key settings as the failed model.
Pass
The original symptom is absent and the target feature is repeatable.
If unchanged
The symptom remains in the same location or stage.
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