> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://promega.printm3d.com/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://promega.printm3d.com/quad/repair-and-maintenance/quad-add-on.md).

# Install

## What is the Quad Add-On?

## Tools

* T10 Screwdriver
* T20 Screwdriver
* Small Flat-Head Screwdriver
* Philips-Head Screwdriver
* Medium-size Pliers
* Adjustable Wrench 
  * Recommended: M6 Hexagonal Driver Bit (for bolts)

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Details, on when to use them, as shown throughout the install guide.
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## Additional Hardware

* Super Glue

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Details, on when to use them, as shown throughout the install guide.
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## How To Install

#### Turn off Power

![](/files/-LVKZvBdlLKl7yy3nt2z)

#### Unplug Power Supply

![](/files/-LVKZy_b_lc7pKdn_3bJ)

#### Remove Wall-E

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Tools:

* Small Flat-head Screwdriver
* T10 Screwdriver
* T20 Screwdriver
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#### Remove Cable Chain

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Tools:

* Philips Head Screwdriver
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#### **Unfasten Gantry Belt Clamp**

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Tools:

* T20 Screwdriver
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#### Remove X Axis System

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Tools:

* T10 Screwdriver
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#### Remove Extruder

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Tools:

* Adjustable Wrench&#x20;
  * Recommended M6 Hexagonal Driver Bit (for bolts)
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#### Prep Promega-Quad Adapter

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Tools:

* Pliers
* T10 Screwdriver

Additional Hardware:

* Super Glue
* 2x Small Cylindrical Magnets (Provided)
* 2x M3 Locknuts (Provided)
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#### Install Promega-Quad Adapter

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Take the time to make sure your Promega-Quad Adapter slides smoothly.
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Tools:

* Adjustable Wrench
  * Recommended: M6 Hexagonal Driver Bit (for bolts)
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#### Prep Cable Chain

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Tools:

* Small Flathead Screwdriver

Additional Hardware:

* Quad (Long) Motor Cables (Provided)
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#### Prep Duet Maestro

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Double check your electronics
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Tools:

* Electronics Gloves (recommended)

Additional Hardware:

* Motor Expansion Board (Provided)
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#### Install X Axis System

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Tools:

* T10 Screwdriver
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The holes used to fasten the X Axis System shown below:
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![Left Gantry Slider (symmetric for the right side) ](/files/-LbZQMYFbyhEWDi7CxBJ)

#### Loosen Motors

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Tools:

* T10 Screwdriver
* T20 Screwdriver
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#### Install Belts

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Use a small Flat-head screwdriver to help with routing the belts through the idlers.
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Tools:

* Small Flathead Screwdriver
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#### Tighten Belts

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Double check your X Axis System is straight.
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Tools:

* ***NONE***
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#### Tighten Motors

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Double check your X Axis System is straight.
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Tools:

* T10 Screwdriver
* T20 Screwdriver
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#### Install Quad

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Use the small Flat-head screwdriver to move the M3 nuts to the correct position.
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Tools:

* T10 Screwdriver
* Small Flat-head Screwdriver
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#### Install Cable Chain

{% embed url="<https://youtu.be/SGv8X08vIUo>" %}

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Tools:

* T10 Screwdriver
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#### Connect Quad

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Tools:

* T10 Screwdriver
* Small Flat-head Screwdriver
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#### Adjust Bed Limit Switch

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Tools:

* Small Flat-head Screwdriver
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#### Check Wire Slack

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Tools:

* Small Flat-head Screwdriver
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#### Plug-in Power Supply

## Additional Electrical Changes

### Jumpers need to be re-positioned.

Before:

![](/files/-LYhCyb6AP-unKPrpOP_)

After:

![](/files/-LYhD2O7VncIPYdrrH31)

### Fans need to be reconfigured.

Two Methods:

Change Fan Connections **(Recommended)**

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Swap Crimps (Advanced)

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### Proceed at own risk. Similar changes are done in-house by trained personnel for assembled Promega-Quads.

Make sure Promega is OFF during reconfiguration.
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### Plug In Motor Cables

Location of Motor Cable Connections on Board:

![](/files/-LcleOvFMVYdxuQs7aor)

When plugging in motor cables, match the dots:

![Left-side: Port 1, Right-side: Port 0](/files/-Lclcs_WAkK0mYQK1q4h)

![Left-side: Port 3, Right-side: Port 2](/files/-LclbHIEF40KUK25Ydhn)

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CAREFULLY & FULLY plug in the motor cables into their designated spots.&#x20;

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## Additional Software Changes

Go to [GitHub](https://github.com/PrintM3D/Promega)

Download the Promega Source File.

![](/files/-LVKbg7MZNFygkGeTGiZ)

Delete ALL content in SD Card.

Go to .../Downloads/promega-devel/Promega-devel/SD Card Structure/Quad.

Copy ALL and paste into SD Card.

![](/files/-LVKbqr_LKWJxocAeuug)

Ready For Printing.