Ender-3 S1 Pro 3D Printer User Manual
To enhance your user experience, you can learn more about our devices through the following methods: User Manual: Please refer to the guidelines and videos on the SD card included with the printer.
Version: V1.11. Safety Precautions
- Avoid using this printer with methods or procedures not described in this manual, as it may lead to accidental injury or property damage.
- Avoid placing the printer near flammable materials, explosive materials, or strong heat sources. Place the printer in a ventilated, cool, and low-dust environment.
- Avoid placing the printer in a vibrating or unstable environment, as print quality may be affected.
- Please use filament recommended by the manufacturer, otherwise the nozzle may become clogged or the printer may be damaged.
- While the printer is operating, avoid touching the nozzle or hotbed to prevent burns.
- After printing is complete, use tools to clean filament from the nozzle while it is still hot. Avoid touching the nozzle with your hands during cleaning to prevent burns.
- Regularly clean the printer housing with a dry cloth when the unit is powered off. Wipe away dust, sticky print materials, and foreign objects on the guide rails.
- This printer has a safety protection mechanism. Avoid moving the nozzle or print platform too quickly manually while the printer is powered on, or the printer will automatically shut down for protection.
- Users should comply with the laws and regulations of the country and region where the equipment is located (place of use), adhere to professional ethics, and observe safety obligations. Using our products or equipment for illegal purposes is strictly prohibited. Our company is not responsible for the corresponding legal liabilities of violations.
2. Main Parts List
- 1. Housing module x 1
- 2. Nozzle assembly x 1
- 3. Wire clamp x 1
- 4. Filament tube x 1
- 5. Gantry x 1
- 6. Display screen x 1
- 7. Rack and filament detector x 1
3. Accessories Kit List
- 8. Blade x 1
- 9. Cutting pliers x 1
- 10. Filament x 1
- 11. Wrench and screwdriver x 1
- 12. Power cable x 1
- 13. Nozzle cleaner x 1
- 14. Memory card and card reader x 1
- 15. Nozzle x 1
- 16. M5x45 Hex socket screw with spring washer x 5
- 17. M4x30 Hex flat head screw x 4
- 18. M3x6 Hex socket head cap screw x 5
- 19. Z-axis limit switch kit
Note: The components listed above are for reference only. The actual product may vary.
4. Printer Port Instructions
4.1 Mainboard Port Instructions
The mainboard features various ports for connectivity:
- 10-Pin Cable (Mainboard Fan)
- 30-Pin Cable
- Memory card slot
- Hotbed Thermal Port
- Hotbed DC 24V Fuse
- Z-axis Motor Port
- Type-C Port
- Filament Detection Port
- Z-axis Limit Port
- Touch screen Port
- Display screen Port
4.2 Nozzle Port Instructions
The nozzle assembly connects via a 24-pin cable and includes ports for:
- Heater tube
- Model Fan Port
- Heatsink Fan Port
- Automatic leveling Port
- Filament Detection Port
- Nozzle Thermal Port
- Extrusion Motor Port
4.3 Z-Axis Pinboard Instructions
The Z-axis pinboard has connections for:
- Z-axis Motor cable Port
- +24V
- -24V
- PWM
5. Install the Printer
5.1 Install Nozzle Module and Wire Clamp
- Mount the nozzle module onto the back of the extruder.
- Secure the nozzle module with 4 M3x6 hex socket head cap screws and tighten them.
- Attach the wire clamp to the black plate of the X-motor.
5.2 Install Gantry
- Slide the right profile of the lower module 35 mm from the tabletop to expose the installation holes.
- Insert the gantry into the chassis slot and pre-lock it with two M5x45 hex socket screws with spring washers, inserted from bottom to top.
- Turn the base module 180°. Ensure the profiles on both sides are level. Align the holes on the left side with two M5x45 hex socket screws with spring washers and tighten them.
- Turn the base module 180° again and tighten the screws on the right side. Use the short side of the wrench when tightening screws.
(Diagram shows underside view with screw locations)
5.3 Install Display Screen
- Place the screen bracket onto the right side of the plastic frame.
- Secure it with 3 M4x30 hex flat head screws.
5.4 Install Rack
- Locate the filament tube and attach its threaded end to the right end of the rack.
- Insert the front slot of the installed rack into the front slot of the profile, then press down to clamp the bottom of the profile.
5.5 Connect Cables
Connect the cables as follows:
- X-axis and Z-axis Motor Ports
- X-axis Limit Switch
- 1. Connect the nozzle assembly to the 24-pin port as shown in the diagram.
- 2. Follow the yellow labels on the 6-pin (4 wires) ports to connect the X-axis and Z-axis stepper motors.
- 3. Connect the X-axis limit switch according to the yellow label on the 3-pin (2 wires) port.
- 4. Connect the 3-pin (3 wires) 2.0 port to the pinboard and the 3-pin (3 wires) 2.54 port to the filament detector.
- 5. Connect the LED light 3-pin (2 wires) 2.54 port to the adapter board's extension port.
(Diagrams show wiring for Filament Detection, LED Light, Z-axis Motor Cable)
Power Input Caution:
Please ensure the correct position of the power switch and power input before connecting to power to avoid damaging the equipment.
- If the mains voltage is between 100V and 120V, please select 115V on the power switch.
- If the mains voltage is between 200V and 240V, please select 230V on the power switch (default is 230V).
6. Automatic Leveling
Use the CR Touch for automatic leveling. If the CR Touch lights up red and leveling fails, please use assisted leveling again.
- Navigate to "Settings" and tap "Leveling" to access the CR Touch leveling interface.
- Tap "Start" and wait for the automatic leveling process to complete.
- Return to the previous menu. Access the assisted leveling interface. Adjust the Z-axis compensation value so that the height from the nozzle to the print platform is approximately the thickness of an A4 paper. Return to the previous menu, and the Z-axis correction value will be configured.
(Description of correct gap: The gap is about the thickness of an A4 sheet, and there is slight resistance when pulling the paper.)
7. Assisted Leveling
Use assisted leveling if the platform tilt is more than 2 mm, causing CR Touch leveling to fail.
- Go to Settings ? Leveling ? Assisted Leveling. Tap the numbers (representing adjustments)
[up arrow] / [down arrow]. - Rotate the knob at the bottom of the hotbed and move the nozzle to the four corners of the print platform. Ensure the gap between the nozzle and the print platform is nearly the thickness of an A4 sheet (0.08 to 0.1 mm). Verify all four corners are leveled.
(Diagram descriptions:
- Nozzle too far from platform: Filament cannot adhere to the platform.
- Correct gap: Filament is extruded evenly and adheres to the platform correctly.
- Nozzle too close to platform: Filament is under-extruded, which may damage the platform.)
8. Loading Filament
- A. Please cut the end of the filament at a 45-degree angle to ensure successful loading.
- B. Push the filament until it passes through the filament detection hole. Then, press and hold the extruder lever to feed the filament into the extruder hole until it reaches the nozzle.
- C. Heat the nozzle. If filament flows out of the nozzle when the temperature reaches the set point, the filament is loaded correctly.
Replacing Filament:
- If the printer is not printing:
- A. Heat the nozzle to 185°C or higher and wait for the filament in the nozzle to soften. Then, press and hold the extrusion lever and quickly pull the filament out to prevent clogging in the heat break.
- B. Place the new filament on the rack and repeat the steps in Section 8: Loading Filament.
- If the printer is printing:
- A. Pause the print job. After the printer stops, press and hold the extrusion lever and quickly pull the filament out to prevent it from clogging in the heat break.
- B. Place the new filament on the rack and feed it through the filament detector. Press and hold the extrusion lever to feed the filament into the nozzle. Then, push the filament to extrude the remaining filament in the nozzle and clean the nozzle before resuming printing.
9. First Print with Creality Slicer
- Visit the official website (www.creality.com) to download and install the software, or install the Creality software via the memory card supplied with the printer.
- Go to Settings ? Configure Creality ? Select Language ? Next ? Finish to complete the configuration.
- Select the model of this printer (ENDER-3 S1 Pro).
- Insert parameters ? Close.
- Start the Creality Slicing Software.
- Load the file.
- Select from file.
- Generate the G-code file and save it to the memory card.
- Insert the memory card, select "Print", choose from the menu, and select the file to print.
Note: Filenames must contain only Latin letters and numbers. Chinese characters or special symbols are not permitted.
Note: For details on using the software, please refer to the slicing software user manual on the memory card.
10. Start Printing
Please re-check the printer before printing by following these steps:
When the printer is off:
- 1. The nozzle is firmly connected and moves smoothly left and right.
- 2. The X-axis is horizontal and stable (does not wobble up or down), and it moves smoothly up and down.
- 3. The Y-axis is firmly connected. The platform does not wobble and moves smoothly back and forth.
- 4. The filament rack does not wobble. The rollers are smooth. Filament extrusion is smooth.
When the printer is on:
- 1. The display screen and touch interface function correctly. The movements of the X, Y, and Z axes are smooth.
- 2. The nozzle and hotbed heat up properly.
- 3. The filament forward and backward movement works correctly.
- 4. The printer's leveling functions properly.
Tap "Print". Select the file.
11. Printer Overview
(Diagram showing numbered parts of the printer)
- 1. X-axis limit switch
- 2. Nozzle module
- 3. Automatic leveling module
- 4. Print platform
- 5. Memory card slot
- 6. Type-C port
- 7. Tool kit
- 8. Display screen
- 9. X-axis belt tensioner
- 10. Filament detector
- 11. Rack
- 12. Z-axis motor
- 13. Y-axis limit switch
- 14. Power switch
- 15. Y-axis motor
- 16. Coupling
- 17. X-axis motor
- 18. LED light
12. Device Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|
| Model | Ender-3 S1 Pro |
| Modeling dimensions | 220 mm x 220 mm x 270 mm |
| Modeling technology | FDM |
| Number of nozzles | 1 |
| Slice layer height | 0.1 to 0.4 mm |
| Nozzle diameter | 0.4 mm (Standard) |
| Accuracy | ±0.2mm |
| Print material | PLA/TPU/PETG/ABS |
| Support formats | STL/OBJ/AMF |
| Print method | Memory card (Offline print) or Online print |
| Supported slicing software | 3D Creator Slicing Machine, Repetier-Host, Cura, Simplify 3D |
| Input voltage | 100-120 V / 200-240 V, 50/60 Hz |
| Total power | 350W |
| Hotbed temperature | Up to 100°C |
| Nozzle temperature | Up to 300°C |
| Print function resume | Yes |
| Filament detection | Yes |
| Automatic leveling | Yes |
| PC operating systems | Windows XP/Vista/7/10/MAC/Linux |
| Print speed | Up to 150 mm/s, recommended 50 mm/s |
Company Information
SHENZHEN CREALITY 3D TECHNOLOGY CO., LTD.
Add: 18F, JinXiuHongDu Building, Meilong Blvd., Longhua Dist., Shenzhen, China 518131
Official Website: www.creality.com
Tel: +86 755-8523 4565
Email: info@creality.com, cs@creality.com
Note: Due to differences between machine models, physical objects and final images may vary. Shenzhen Creality 3D Technology CO., Ltd. reserves the final right of interpretation.
