Bambu Lab X1 Combo & X1-Carbon Combo 3D Printer Quick Start

Introduction

Please review the entire guide before operating the printer.

Safety Notice: Do not connect to power until assembly is complete.

Software and Connectivity

Download Bambu Studio & Bambu Handy from: https://bambulab.com/download

AMS Warning

Warning: The AMS supports spools with a width of 50-68mm.

When operating the AMS, it is recommended to use Bambu Filament, which has been thoroughly tested. Please make sure to avoid using soft materials like TPU or damp PVA, as they can get stuck in the AMS. Also, avoid using cardboard spools as the spool may slip.

[Not Recommended: TPU] [Not Recommended: Damp PVA] [Not Recommended: Cardboard Spool]

Component Introduction

Main Printer Components

The main printer unit includes the following components:

• Tool Head
• Touch Screen
• Glass Cover Plate
• Chamber Camera (X1-Carbon Only)
• Build Plate
• Auxiliary Part Cooling Fan (X1-Carbon Only)
• Air Filter
• Bambu Micro Lidar
• PTFE Tube
• Belt Tensioner
• Bambu Bus Port 4-Pin
• Excess Chute
• Power Socket

AMS Components

The Automatic Material System (AMS) includes:

• Buckle
• Bambu Bus Cable 6-Pin Interface
• Filament Outlet
• Desiccant
• Filament Inlet

Accessory Specification

The following accessories are included with the printer:

• Touch Screen
• Spool Holder
• 250g Filament (x3)
• Spare Hot End
• Nozzle Wiping Pad (x2)
• Power Cord
• Spare Filament Cutter (x2)
• Bambu Bus Cable-6Pin
• Allen Key H1.5
• Allen Key H2
• Unclogging Pin Tool
• Spare Sheet for Bambu Cool Plate (x2)
• Flexible Build Plate (Pre-installed on build plate)
• Bambu Bus Cable-4Pin
• Bambu Scraper
• Glue Stick for Build Plate

AMS & Tool Head Unlock

Step 1

Take out the accessory box. Use Allen Key H2 to remove the screws as pictured.

Step 2

Take out the AMS by sliding it out through the top.

Step 3

Remove the four screws as the arrows indicate, using Allen Key H2.

Step 4

Take out the AMS cushioning.

Step 5

Remove the cardboard from the tool head. Remove the foam from the excess chute.

Recommendation: Use the short end of the Allen Key to unlock screws more easily.

AMS Assembly

Connect the 550mm PTFE Tube and 370mm PTFE Tube.

Connect the Bambu Bus Cable-6Pin and Bambu Bus Cable-4Pin to the printer.

Note: The 6-pin cable can be plugged into either interface.

Spool Holder Assembly

Step 1

Remove the screw as pictured using Allen Key H2.

Step 2

Secure the spool holder with two screws from the accessory box.

Hot Bed Unlock & Screen Installation

Step 1

Remove the three screws with an Allen Key H2 to unlock the hot bed.

Step 2

Pull the Flexible Printed Circuit (FPC) out about 50mm.

Step 3

Insert the FPC into the port by pressing the terminal as pictured.

Step 4

Insert the screen back into the slot on the printer, then lock it by pushing it to the left.

Printer Binding

Step 1

Download the Bambu Handy App. Register and log in to your Bambu Lab account.

Step 2

Connect the printer to power. Follow the on-screen instructions until reaching the binding page.

Step 3

Use Bambu Handy to scan the QR code displayed on the printer's screen to bind your printer with your Bambu Lab account.

Step 4

Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the initial calibration. Vibration and noise during calibration are normal.

Important: DO NOT remove the protective foam from beneath the hot bed until after the initial calibration is complete.

First Print

Place at least one spool of Bambu Filament into the AMS.

Turn on the power to start the printer and the AMS. Insert the filament into the filament inlet. The filament will be automatically pre-loaded when detected.

Recommendation: First print a single-color model with the supplied Bambu PLA Basic.

Apply a thin layer of glue on the build plate (Bambu Cool Plate).

On the printer's screen, navigate to the 'Internal' SD card section and select a file to start the first print.

Recommendation: Use one of the pre-loaded files as a first test print.

Bambu Studio Usage

Download Bambu Studio from: https://bambulab.com/download

Log in to Bambu Studio with your Bambu Lab account. You can create or open a project.

In Bambu Studio, slice the model, select your printer, and send the model to print.

During printing, you can remotely monitor your print, or pause/stop printing via the "Device" interface.

Note: The live view is only available if a camera is mounted.

Recommendation: Perform bed leveling before each print and flow calibration after changing filament.

Specifications

Customer Support

For more setup and maintenance tutorials, please visit the Bambu Lab Wiki: https://wiki.bambulab.com/en/home

For support, you can:

• Approach 1: Create a support ticket on the Official Website.
• Approach 2: Create a support ticket on the Bambu Handy App.