Step 1 - Unplug the Z-axis Probe Plate and Remove

Unplug the Z-Axis probe plate, remove and place out of the way

Step 1a) Remove the top plate

Removing the top plate with the four screws on the top

Step 2 - Remove Casing top screws

Remove the two case top screws located near the Z axis motor

Step 3 - Unscrew and remove three connector frames

Remove the three Z head case connector plastic frames

There are eight screws in total, six on one side and two on the other

Step 4 - Unscrew and remove Z-Head extraction elbow

Two screws in total, lifts upwards. Careful with the removal and reinstallation of the screws not to damage the plastic elbow.

Step 5 - Unscrew and remove Z-axis motor

Note the placement of the Z-Axis motor screws, this may be visible on the metal after removal but is best practice to note location so the belt is reinstalled to the correct position

Four screws hold this on, accessed through the top plate.

Only move the belt after the motor has been removed to prevent damage.

Step 6 - Remove the Z-head casing

This needs to be removed carefully, it may require slight pulling at either side to clear the frame.

Ensure the existing cables are not damaged upon removal.

Step 8 - Remove the internal plastic connector framing

This should just pull free, it enables access to the 4x bolts for the dust shoe

Step 9 - Remove the dust shoe and replace with a new one

Remove the four bolts on the dust shoe. The dust shoe can then be removed, during removal swap over the cable which connects to it. Careful removing all the bolts at the same time not to drop the Z-Head as it sits on top of the dust shoe.

To reinstall follow the process backwards

Any further queries or questions please contact us through a support ticket