Assembly Manual¶
Welcome to the DryBase assembly manual. This guide will walk you through the complete assembly of your DryBase filament dryer, from unpacking to your first drying session.
Important Safety Information
The DryBase operates at temperatures up to 100°C and uses mains electricity. Read all safety instructions before beginning assembly. If you observe smoke, unusual odors, or unexpected heat during use, immediately disconnect from mains power and contact contact@filametric.com.
Chapters Overview¶
| Chapter | Title | Description |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Before You Start | Tools, safety, and preparation |
| 2 | 3D Printing | Print settings and material requirements |
| 3 | Housing Assembly | Building the DryBase housing |
| 4 | Heating Unit Assembly | Assembling the heating unit |
| 5 | DryBase Assembly | Final DryBase assembly |
| 6 | Drybox Assembly | Setting up the drybox container |
Before You Begin¶
- Read the entire manual before starting assembly.
- Verify your kit contents against the parts list for your kit variant (Complete Kit or Core Kit).
- Print all required parts if you have the Core Kit, or the housing if you have the Complete Kit. See Chapter 2 for print settings.
- Prepare your workspace — you'll need a clean, well-lit surface with enough room to lay out all components.
Conventions Used in This Manual¶
Warning boxes indicate genuine safety risks. Always read these carefully.
Note boxes contain helpful tips and best practices.
You will need lists appear at the start of each step, showing exactly which parts and tools are required.
Images marked with ✓ and ✗ indicate correct and incorrect orientation of parts.