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Private on-device repair evidence

Nozzle Wear Diagnosis

Identify enlarged or damaged nozzle openings, soft detail, inconsistent line width, and abrasion damage.

Not started0 of 6 stepsNot yet saved
Visual repair reference for nozzle wear diagnosis
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

Record the setup that produced this result

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One variable at a time

Controlled test history

No controlled tests have been logged yet. Return to Workshop Mode and record each change before running another test.
Repair sequence

Step completion

  1. 1
    Review material history and nozzle type.Not completed
  2. 2
    Inspect the nozzle cold and removed if the printer maker permits.Not completed
  3. 3
    Compare extrusion and dimensions with a known-good nozzle.Not completed
  4. 4
    Confirm slicer nozzle size matches hardware.Not completed
  5. 5
    Replace the nozzle if the opening/tip is damaged or wear is confirmed.Not completed
  6. 6
    Recalibrate Z offset, flow, and pressure settings after replacement.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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