Installation Guide
Tools Needed:
- Hex wrenches (included)
- Allen keys (included)
- Screwdrivers (flat and Phillips)
- Pliers
- Leveling card or feeler gauge
Step-by-Step Assembly
- Unbox and Inventory: Carefully unpack all components and verify all parts against the packing list.
- Frame Assembly: Assemble the aluminum extrusion frame according to the provided diagrams.
- Install Motion System: Mount the X, Y, and Z-axis stepper motors and lead screws.
- Install Print Bed: Mount the heated bed and ensure it moves smoothly on the Y-axis.
- Install Extruder Assembly: Mount the hotend and extruder assembly to the X-axis carriage.
- Electrical Connections: Connect all motors, endstops, heated bed, and hotend to the mainboard.
- Level the Bed: Perform manual bed leveling using the included leveling card.
- Test Run: Power on the printer and run initial calibration tests.
Specifications
| Model Series | Ender 5 Plus |
| Type | FDM/FFF 3D Printer |
| Build Volume | 350 x 350 x 400 mm |
| Layer Resolution | 0.1 - 0.4 mm |
| Print Speed | 60-80 mm/s (recommended) |
| Nozzle Diameter | 0.4 mm (standard) |
| Hotend Temperature | Up to 260°C |
| Bed Temperature | Up to 110°C |
| Filament Diameter | 1.75 mm |
| Power Requirements | 110V/220V, 50/60Hz, 350W |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 740 x 680 x 790 mm |
| Weight | 22 kg |
| Display | 4.3 inch Color Touch Screen |
Warranty Information
- Full Warranty: 1 year parts and labor
- Mainboard Warranty: 2 years on main control board
- Technical Support: Lifetime online technical support
For warranty service, contact Creality Customer Service at [email protected] or visit creality.com
Key Features
Large Build Volume
350x350x400mm build volume allows for printing large objects or multiple smaller objects simultaneously, making it ideal for prototypes, cosplay, and functional parts.
Stable Cube Frame
The cube frame design provides excellent stability and rigidity, reducing vibrations and improving print quality, especially at higher speeds.
Dual Z-axis Screws
Two independent Z-axis lead screws with synchronous motors ensure perfect bed leveling and consistent layer height throughout large prints.
Touch Screen Interface
4.3-inch full-color touch screen provides intuitive control over all printer functions, file management, and calibration settings.
Resume Print Function
Automatically saves print progress and can resume printing after power failure, preventing failed prints due to unexpected power outages.
Upgradable Design
Modular design allows for easy upgrades including direct drive extruder, BLTouch auto-leveling, and silent mainboard installation.
Print Technology Features
Precision Stepper Motors
High-quality stepper motors with micro-stepping drivers provide smooth and precise movements for detailed prints
Carborundum Glass Bed
Special textured glass build surface provides excellent adhesion while allowing easy print removal when cooled
Bowden Extruder
Lightweight Bowden setup reduces moving mass on the X-axis, enabling faster print speeds with good quality
Filament Runout Sensor
Detects when filament runs out and pauses the print, allowing for filament change without losing progress
Thermal Protection
Multiple thermal runaway protection features ensure safe operation by monitoring hotend and bed temperatures
Power Loss Recovery
Automatically saves print state to SD card and can resume exactly where it left off after power restoration
Troubleshooting
| Problem | Possible Cause | Solution |
|---|---|---|
| Printer won't power on | Power switch off, loose cable, faulty power supply | Check power switch, ensure all cables are secure, test power outlet |
| Poor first layer adhesion | Bed not level, nozzle too high, bed temperature too low | Re-level bed, adjust Z-offset, increase bed temperature |
| Extruder clicking | Nozzle clog, extruder tension too tight, printing too fast | Clean nozzle, adjust extruder tension, reduce print speed |
| Layer shifting | Belt tension, loose pulleys, printing too fast | Tighten belts, check set screws on pulleys, reduce speed |
| Stringing/oozing | Retraction settings, temperature too high, moist filament | Adjust retraction, lower temperature, dry filament |
| Warping/corner lift | Bed temperature, cooling too fast, draft in room | Increase bed temp, use enclosure, reduce cooling fan speed |
Common Error Messages
- Err: MAXTEMP: Thermal runaway detected - Check thermistor connections
- Err: MINTEMP: Temperature too low - Check heating element
- Err: ENDSTOP: Endstop triggered during movement - Check endstop switches
- Err: FILAMENT: Filament runout detected - Load new filament
- Err: SD CARD: SD card error - Reformat card or try different card
- Err: HEATING FAILED: Can't reach target temperature - Check heating system
Manual Downloads
Current Model Manuals
Ender 5 Plus
Standard Edition Manual
Ender 5 Plus Pro
Professional Edition Manual
Ender 5 Plus S1
Sprite Extruder Edition
Ender 5 Plus BLTouch
Auto-leveling Edition
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