Creality Ender-3 V3 SE 3D Printer User Manual

To Our Dear Users

Thank you for choosing Creality. For your convenience, please read through this User Manual before you start and follow the instructions provided carefully.

Creality is always ready to provide you with high-quality services. If you encounter any issues or have any questions when using our products, please use the contact information at the end of this manual to contact us. To further improve your user experience, you can find more about our devices via the following methods:

• User manual: You can find instructions and videos in the memory card provided with the printer.
• You can also visit our official website (https://www.creality.com) to find information regarding software, hardware, contact information, device instructions, device warranty information, and more.

Firmware Upgrade

Please visit the official website https://www.creality.com, click on Service Center → Firmware/Software Download → Download the required firmware, install and use it.

Note: The manual interface is for reference only. As the functions are constantly upgraded, please refer to the latest firmware/software UI on the official website.

Videos showing the operation of the products and after-sales service

For the product operation and after-sales service videos, you can visit https://www.crealitycloud.com/product, click on "Products" and select the right model, and then click on “Related” to view the tutorials on after-sales service.

Instructions for Use

1. Do not use this printer by methods or operations that are not described in this manual, otherwise it may result in accidental injury or property damage.
2. Do not place this printer near flammable materials, explosive materials or high heat sources. Please place this printer in a ventilated, cool and low-dust environment.
3. Do not place this printer in a vibrating or any other unstable environment, as the printing quality will be compromised when the printer shakes.
4. Please use the filament recommended by the manufacturer, otherwise the nozzle may be clogged or the printer may be damaged.
5. Please use the power cord provided with the printer and do not use the power cord of other products. The power plug must be plugged into a three-hole socket with a ground wire.
6. Do not touch the nozzle or hotbed while the printer is in operation, otherwise you may get burned.
7. Do not wear gloves or accessories while operating the printer, otherwise the moving parts may cause accidental injury including cuts and lacerations.
8. After the printing process is complete, please use tools to clean up the filament on the nozzle while the nozzle is still hot. Do not touch the nozzle with your hands when cleaning, otherwise your hands may get burned.
9. Please regularly clean the printer body with a dry cloth while the power is off, and wipe off dust, sticky printing materials, and foreign objects on the guide rails.
10. Children under the age of 10 must not use this printer without adult supervision in order to avoid accidental injury.
11. This printer has a safety protection mechanism. Please do not manually move the nozzle or printing platform quickly while the printer is on, otherwise the printer will automatically power off for protection.
12. Users should abide by the laws and regulations of the corresponding country and region where the equipment is located (place of use), abide by professional ethics, and pay attention to safety obligations. The use of our products or equipment for any illegal purpose is strictly prohibited. Creality is not responsible for the relevant legal responsibilities of any violators.

Contents

1. About the Printer

2. Parts List

3. Assembly Procedure

• 3.1 Gantry Frame
• 3.2 Display Screen
• 3.3 Material Rack
• 3.4 Equipment Wiring
• 3.5 Filament Loading

4. Operation and Use

• 4.1 Leveling
• 4.2 Printer preheating
• 4.3 Software Installation and Slicing
• 4.4 Printing Files

5. Equipment Maintenance

• 5.1 Platform plate removal and maintenance
• 5.2 Screw Rod Maintenance
• 5.3 Nozzle Replacement
• 5.4 Troubleshooting

6. Equipment Parameters

7. Circuit Wiring

1. About the Printer

The Creality Ender-3 V3 SE is a 3D printer with the following components:

Diagram of the Printer:

The diagram shows a 3D printer with numbered parts:

• 1. Print platform
• 2. X-axis kit
• 3. Extruder kit
• 4. Material rack assembly
• 5. X-axis tensioner
• 6. Display screen
• 7. Rotary button
• 8. Power outlet
• 9. Voltage regulation gear
• 10. Z-axis motor
• 11. X-axis support
• 12. X-axis motor
• 13. Coupler
• 14. Type-C port
• 15. Storage card slot
• 16. Power switch

2. Parts List

The printer package includes the following components:

Main Components:

• 1. Base component
• 2. Gantry frame
• 3. Display screen component
• 4. Material rack assembly

Accessory kit:

• 5. Hexagon Socket Head Cap Screw with Spring Washer M3*14 x6
• 6. Hexagon Socket Button Head Screw M4*10 x3
• 7. Hexagon Socket Button Head Screw M5*8 x2
• 8. Hexagon Socket Head Cap Screw M3*8 x2
• 9. Toolkit
• 10. FFC Fixing Clip Assembly
• 11. Power cable
• 12. Cutting plier
• 13. Filament (20m)
• 14. Nozzle cleaner
• 15. Nozzle
• 16. Storage card & card reader

Tips: The above accessories are for reference only. Please refer to the physical accessories.

3. Assembly Procedure

3.1 Gantry Frame

Step 1: Place the gantry frame in the slot of the base. Tighten it first with M3*14 screws by aligning with the holes from the bottom, then use M3*8 screws to secure it in place from the rear end of the gantry frame in the same way.

Diagrams:

A diagram shows the base from the bottom view with arrows indicating where to insert M3*14 screws. Another diagram shows the gantry frame attached to the base, with arrows indicating where to insert M3*8 screws.

3.2 Display Screen

Step 1: Put the display screen on the right side of the bottom assembly, align the screw holes and secure with M4*10 screws, then connect the display wiring.

Diagrams:

A diagram shows the printer with the display screen attached. A close-up view shows the screen being attached with screws. Another close-up view indicates that the card slot on the left side of the display screen is used for inserting a card to upgrade the screen firmware.

3.3 Material Rack

Step 1: Fix the material rack assembly to the gantry frame, align the screw holes and lock it with M5*8 screws.

Diagram: A diagram shows the material rack being attached to the gantry frame.

3.4 Equipment Wiring

Diagram: A diagram illustrates the wiring connections for the printer.

Steps:

1. First, insert the extruder cable into the extruder adapter board, then secure it with the FFC fixing clip assembly.
2. Follow the label instructions to secure the extruder cable into the cable fixing clip before connecting the X-axis motor.
3. Connect the Z-axis motor.
4. Switch on the power.

Caution: Please ensure the correct position for the power supply switch and mains before supply connection, in order to avoid damage to the device.

• If the mains are between 100V and 120V, please select the 115V for the power supply switch.
• If the mains are between 200V and 240V, please select the 230V for the power supply switch (default is 230V).

Tips: Please ensure proper wiring according to the provided diagram and avoid overturning or folding the extruder cable, as it may cause printing abnormalities.

3.5 Filament Loading

① Manual loading

Step 1: Before printing, cut the front of the filament at a 45° angle and break it off straight.

Step 2: Gently press the extrusion clamp and insert the straightened filament through the hole to the bottom of the heat break.

Diagrams: A diagram shows a spool of filament and a close-up of cutting the filament at a 45° angle. Another diagram shows the filament being inserted into the extruder.

How to Replace the Filament? Withdraw the filaments quickly and feed the new filaments after the nozzle is preheated and filaments are pushed a little forward.

② Auto feed

Diagrams: A series of screenshots from the printer's display show the steps for auto-feeding filament:

• Main screen with "Prepare" selected.
• "Prepare" menu with "Extrude" selected.
• Screen indicating "Homing... No other operations are allowed".
• "Extrude" screen showing filament being pushed.
• "Extrude" screen with a "Confirm" button.

③ Auto retreat

Diagrams: A series of screenshots from the printer's display show the steps for auto-retracting filament:

• Main screen with "Prepare" selected.
• "Prepare" menu with "Retract" selected.
• Screen indicating "Homing... No other operations are allowed".
• "Retract" screen showing filament being pulled out.
• "Retract" screen with a "Confirm" button.

Tips: During the retraction process, there may be some extrusion of filaments, which is a normal phenomenon.

4. Operation and Use

This section will cover leveling, printer preheating, software installation and slicing, and printing files.

4.1 Leveling

The manual includes detailed instructions and diagrams for leveling the printer bed.

4.2 Printer Preheating

Instructions on how to preheat the printer are provided.

4.3 Software Installation and Slicing

Information on installing necessary software and slicing models for printing is available.

4.4 Printing Files

Guidance on preparing and printing files is included.

5. Equipment Maintenance

This section details the maintenance procedures for the printer.

5.1 Platform Plate Removal and Maintenance

Instructions for removing and maintaining the print platform are provided.

5.2 Screw Rod Maintenance

Guidance on maintaining the screw rods is included.

5.3 Nozzle Replacement

Steps for replacing the nozzle are detailed.

5.4 Troubleshooting

Common issues and their solutions are outlined in the troubleshooting section.

6. Equipment Parameters

Technical specifications and parameters for the Ender-3 V3 SE printer are listed.

7. Circuit Wiring

Diagrams and explanations of the printer's circuit wiring are provided.