Z Axis
What is the Z Limit Switch Holder?
This is the Z Limit Switch Holder.
Warning
Exercise caution if you attempt to fit your head underneath the bed. The frame could potentially cause lacerations.
Use protective headgear (e.g. tear-resistant fabric).
Enter slowly. Do not rush.
Make sure the bed is properly restrained.
Tools
T10 Screwdriver
Flush Cutter (or any cutting pliers will do)
Additional Hardware
Nylon Zip tie (1x)
How to Uninstall
All Versions
Unscrew previous Z Limit Switch Housing.
Remove (Clip) Zip Tie.
Remove Limit Switch from previous casing.
Suggestion: Use a long screwdriver to push the end-stop out of its casing (e.g. Philips head, flat head).
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Disconnect Z Limit Switch from Duet Board
Refer to " [ Duet Wiring Guide Name] " for additional help.
How To Install
Notes
A zip tie must secure the Z Limit Switch wire. If not, it runs the risk of entangling (and potentially breaking) with a moving bed.
Version: 051162_B1
Fit the Limit Switch Wire through the side slit on the Z Limit Switch Housing.
Firmly press/slide the Limit Switch into Z Limit Switch Housing.
Make sure to press it in fully in, until a hard stop is reached.
Route Limit Switch Wire through side slot.
Screw down the Z Limit Switch Housing.
Face the lever toward the rails.
Remember to check for Limit Switching Wire.
It must route through the shorter side slot.
Do not let the wire compress between the Housing & the Sheet Metal.
Connect Limit Switch Wire to the Duet Board.
Refer to “ [ Duet Wiring Guide Name ]” for additional help.
Install Zip Tie.
Using the previous holes.
Refer to “ [ Zip Tie Hole Guide Name ] “ for additional help.
Version: 051162_B2
Fit the Limit Switch Wire through the bottom slit on the Z Limit Switch Housing.
Firmly press/slide the Limit Switch into Z Limit Switch Housing.
Make sure to press it in fully in, until a hard stop is reached.
Route Limit Switch Wire through side slot.
Screw down the Z Limit Switch Housing.
Face the lever toward the rails.
Remember to check for Limit Switching Wire.
It must route through the side slot.
Do not let the wire compress between the Housing & the Sheet Metal.
Connect Limit Switch Wire to the Duet Board.
Refer to “ [ Duet Wiring Guide Name ]” for additional help.
Install Zip Tie.
Using the previous holes.
Refer to “ [ Zip Tie Hole Guide Name ] “ for additional help.
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