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If you switch filament spools, please store the unused spool in a plastic bag. PLA is best stored away from moisture. It's OK to leave a spool attached to the printer with the filament loaded.
If you switch filament spools, please store the unused spool in a plastic bag. PLA is best stored away from moisture. It's OK to leave a spool attached to the printer with the filament loaded.
== How can I design something completely new? ==
Use a program like [http://www.openscad.org/ OpenSCAD]. You can find lots of info if you search for ''constructive solid geometry''. You can also modify existing STL models by importing them and adding or removing as you need. OpenSCAD in particular is picky about STL models, so if you have trouble compiling a modified STL, try running it through [http://http://cloud.netfabb.com netfabb] first.


= Specific Info =
= Specific Info =
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=== Corners are lifting off the build platform ===
=== Corners are lifting off the build platform ===


'''(unsolved)'''
'''(solved)'''


Not sure yet what's causing this. Could be an issue with the way filament is cooling during printing. You can try adding [http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:38272 ear rafts] to your print to help it stay on the build plate. This may also be caused by the build plate being too far from the nozzle. Take extra care when levelling the build plate before starting your print.
Try adding [http://www.thingiverse.com/thing:38272 ear rafts] to your print to help it stay on the build plate. This may also be caused by the build plate being too far from the nozzle. Take extra care when levelling the build plate before starting your print.


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