3D-Printer Maintenance
For full maintenance procedures, part diagrams, and step-by-step instructions, please refer to the official Bambu Lab maintenance guide:
Official Bambu Lab P1 Series Maintenance Manual https://wiki.bambulab.com/en/p1/maintenance/p1p-maintenance
For more information about the printer or troubleshooting steps refer to: https://wiki.bambulab.com/en/p1
Monthly Maintenance Checklist
The table below summarises the core maintenance tasks 3D-PAWS builders should perform once per month (or ~80–120 print hours), especially when printing ASA:
Build Plate (Textured PEI)
Clean with warm water + mild soap
Remove oils & contaminants for reliable adhesion
X/Y/Z Motion System
Wipe carbon & linear rods
Remove dust & filament debris
Z-Axis Lead Screws
Clean & lightly grease
Smooth vertical motion
Extruder & Filament Path
Blow out dust; inspect PTFE/feeder
Prevent jams & inconsistent extrusion
Filament Cutter (if equipped)
Inspect/replace blade
Ensure clean filament feeding
Fans & Filters
Clear dust; replace carbon filter
Maintain airflow & cooling
Calibration
First-layer test; bed leveling
Confirm consistent prints
Firmware
Update via Bambu Studio
Ensure latest stability improvements
Filament Storage
Check desiccants; dry if needed
Prevent moisture issues (critical for ASA)
Maintenance Video
Notes & Tips
Build Plate Cleaning: Soap + water is preferred for textured PEI; alcohol can be used for residue as needed.
Motion Rods: Do not grease carbon rods — lubricant attracts dust and accelerates wear.
ASA Printing: Always store ASA dry and print with the enclosure closed for best layer adhesion and minimized warping.
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