Creality K1 Max 3D Printer User Manual
Version 1.4
Dear Users
Thank you for choosing Creality products. For the best experience, please read this User Manual carefully and strictly follow the instructions to operate the printer. Creality's teams are ready to provide the best services. Please contact us via the phone number or e-mail address provided at the end of this User Manual if you encounter any problems with the printer. For a better experience, you can also learn how to use the printer in the following ways:
- Accompanied instructions: Find relevant instructions and videos on the USB flash disk.
- Official website: Visit www.creality.com for information regarding software, hardware, contact information, device instructions, device warranty, and more.
NOTES
- Do not use the printer in any way other than described herein to avoid personal injury or property damage.
- Do not place the printer near any heat source or flammable or explosive objects. We suggest placing it in a well-ventilated, cool, and dustless environment.
- Do not expose the printer to violent vibration or any other unstable environment, as this may cause poor print quality.
- Please use recommended filaments to avoid clogging of the extrusion head and causing damage to the machine.
- Do not use the power cable of other products during installation. Always use a grounded three-prong power outlet that accompanies the printer.
- Do not touch the nozzle and the heated bed during operation to avoid burns or personal injury.
- Do not wear gloves or wraps while operating the machine to prevent entrapment of movable parts that could cause crushing and cutting injuries to bodily parts.
- Use the provided tools to clean the filament from the extruder in time, taking advantage of the residual temperature after printing. Do not touch the extruder directly when cleaning, otherwise it may cause burns.
- Clean the printer frequently. Clean the printer body with a dry cloth regularly after powering off the printer. Wipe away dust, bonded print filament, and foreign objects on the guide rails.
- Children under 10 years old should not use the printer without supervision, otherwise it may cause personal injury.
- Users should comply with the laws and regulations of the corresponding countries and regions where the equipment is located (used), abide by professional ethics, pay attention to safety obligations, and strictly prohibit the use of our products or equipment for any illegal purposes. Creality will not be responsible for any violators' legal liability under any circumstance.
- Tip: Do not plug in or unplug wires on a charged basis.
Contents
1. About the Device
- 1.1 About the Printer
- 1.2 Device Specifications
- 1.3 Packing List
2. Unboxing
- 2.1 Unboxing Steps
- 2.2 Install the Product
- 2.3 Power-on guide
3. About the User Interface
- 3.1 Main, Tune
- 3.2 Files
- 3.3 Settings, Support
4. First Printing
- 4.1 Local Printing
- 4.2 LAN Printing
- 4.3 CrealityCloud printing
5. Functional Specification
- 5.1 Retract
- 5.2 Change filament
- 5.3 Calibration
- 5.4 AI function
- 5.5 Self-check
- 5.6 Network Settings
6. Tips and Routine Maintenance
- 6.1 Precautions for printing
- 6.2 Maintenance Items
- 6.3 Installation of Damping Pads
1. About the Device
1.1 About the Printer
The printer includes the following components:
- AI LIDAR
- Filament detection
- Model fan
- Camera
- Extruder
- Back Fan
- Side Fan
- Printing platform
- Top cover
- Air Filter
- Front door
- USB flash disk port
- Screen
- Filament Rack
- Switch
- Power outlet
- Ethernet Port
1.2 Device Specifications
Parameter | Value |
---|---|
Product Model | K1 Max |
Dimensions | 435*462*526mm |
Max. Build Dimensions | 300*300*300mm |
Print Technology | FDM |
Rated Voltage | 100-240V~, 50/60Hz |
Rated Power | 1000W |
Ambient temperature | 10℃-30℃ / 50°F-86°F |
Extruder | Sprite Direct Drive |
Supported Filament | PLA/ABS/Carbon/PETG/PET/TPU95A |
Max. Nozzle Temperature | 300℃ |
Screen | 4.3 inch touch screen |
Printing Method | USB Flash Disk/LAN Printing/Creality Cloud Printing |
Connection | USB flash disk/WIFI/Ethernet |
Power Loss Recovery | Yes |
Filament Detection | Yes |
Auto leveling | Yes |
Camera | Yes |
AI LIDAR | Yes |
1.3 Packing List
The package includes:
- 1 Printer
- 2 Screen
- 3 Filament
Tool Box List:
- 4 Wrench and Screwdriver x1
- 5 Blade x1
- 6 Filament Rack x1
- 7 Cutting plier x1
- 8 1.2mm nozzle cleaner x1
- 9 USB flash disk x1
- 10 Power Cable x1
- 11 M6 socket spanner x1
- 12 Damping Pads x4
- 13 Belt tensioning screw M3x12 x2
- 14 Quick Guide x1
- 15 After-sales Services Card x1
* Tips: The above accessories are for reference only. Please refer to the physical accessories.
2. Unboxing
2.1 Unpacking Steps
Take the packing cotton and tools in the order shown in the figure.
- Handle the top cover with care (the glass is fragile).
- Take the touch screen and Power Cable.
- Move the Extruder to one side in the direction indicated by the arrow and take the grey foam as shown in the figure.
2.2 Install the Product
- Install the door handle on the front door as shown in the diagram.
- Connect the touch screen to the flat cable extended from the base according to Figure A. Then snap the touch screen into the slot in the baseplate, as shown in Figure B. (The direction is as shown in the figure; otherwise, the screen interface may be damaged.)
- A: Connection and power on. B: Install the material barrel.
- Load filaments. (Insert the filaments into the deepest part of the Teflon tube until it cannot be moved.)
Note: Keep the Extrusion switch off before printing. - Install the top cover. (Put the top cover gently on the top of the machine.)
Caution:
- When printing low-temperature filaments such as PLA and flexible filaments, remove the clear top cover if the room temperature exceeds 30°C.
- When printing high melting-point filaments such as non-PLA and non-flexible filaments, be sure to keep the forming chamber temperature with the clear top cover closed to avoid cracking of the mould.
⑥ Select a language and click “Next”. Remove three screws a, b and c according to the position indicated by the yellow arrow. Click “OK” on the screen.
⑦ Keep the blue cube in the figure clean of debris and then click “OK”.
2.3 Power-on guide
- Network Settings
- Time Zone Settings
- Creality Cloud binding
- Self-check
- Self-checking
- Self-check completed
Note: The current interface is for reference only. Due to the continuous upgrading of functions, it shall be subject to the latest firmware UI published on the official website.
3. About the User Interface
3.1 Main, Tune
Main Interface: Displays information such as Nozzle Temperature, Hotbed Temperature, Chamber temperature, and parameters that can be manually set.
Print Interface: Shows LED switch, Cooling inlet, Print Time, and Time remaining.
Tune Interface: Allows manual adjustment of various printing parameters.
Note: The current interface is for reference only. Due to the continuous upgrading of functions, it shall be subject to the latest firmware UI published on the official website.
3.2 File
The file management system allows users to:
- Access local files.
- Manage printing tasks.
- Copy models to a USB flash drive (multi-select available).
- Access files on a USB flash drive.
- View printing history.
Note: The current interface is for reference only. Due to the continuous upgrading of functions, it shall be subject to the latest firmware UI published on the official website.
3.3 Settings, Support
Settings: Includes System settings (e.g., Language, Sound, Wi-Fi) and Network settings (e.g., IP address, DNS).
Support: Provides access to Help, Error history, and Upload Log.
Note: The current interface is for reference only. Due to the continuous upgrading of functions, it shall be subject to the latest firmware UI published on the official website.
4. First Printing
4.1 Local Printing
- Select a local model.
- Select to print.
- Printing progress is displayed.
Note: The current interface is for reference only. Due to the continuous upgrading of functions, it shall be subject to the latest firmware UI published on the official website.
Note: Keep the Extrusion switch off before printing.
4.2 LAN Printing
Preparation:
- Download Creality Print from www.crealitycloud.com or find the software on a USB flash drive and install it.
- Ensure the computer is in the same local area network as the printer.
Steps:
- Choose a language and region.
- Choose a Printer.
- Click on "Import Model" and select the model file.
- Open the model and click on “Slice”.
- Selection of LAN printing.
- Add a device: a. Add by scanning → Select a device.
- Add a device: b. Add a device by manually entering the IP address.
- Device List.
- Device Details.
Note: The current interface is for reference only. Due to the continuous upgrading of functions, it shall be subject to the latest firmware UI published on the official website.
4.3 CrealityCloud printing
- Scan the QR code and download the Creality Cloud app.
- Download the app.
- Sign up for an account.
- Log in to your account.
- Add a new device.
- Add a device.
- Select model on the homepage.
- Slice the model.
- Print the model.
- Select a device.
- Printing.
5. Functional Specification
- 5.1 Retract
- 5.2 Change filament
- 5.3 Calibration
- 5.4 AI function
- 5.5 Self-check
- 5.6 Network Settings
6. Tips and Routine Maintenance
- 6.1 Precautions for printing
- 6.2 Maintenance Items
- 6.3 Installation of Damping Pads