Private on-device repair evidence

Nozzle Too Far from the Bed

Fix round, loose first-layer lines, gaps, weak adhesion, and lines that follow the nozzle.

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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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Printer Extruder Material Slicer Nozzle / layer

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One variable at a time

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Repair sequence

1
Clean the surface before changing Z offset.Not completed
2
Run a bed mesh or leveling routine with the plate installed correctly.Not completed
3
Lower Z offset in very small increments during a first-layer test.Not completed
4
If line width remains inconsistent, inspect flow and nozzle condition.Not completed
5
Check probe mount, hotend, wheels/rails, and build-plate seating.Not completed

Private workshop notes

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Model: Single-layer five-zone test
Setup: Use the final plate, material, mesh and first-layer profile.
Pass: Lines join evenly in the centre and corners, with no scraping, gaps or lifting.
If unchanged: One or more zones remain loose, transparent, ridged or detached.

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