Overview
- The exhaust fan fails to start.
- The exhaust fan exhibits issues such as noise, stuttering, or vibration during operation.
Important safety & preparation notes
Power safety
Stable positioning
Prerequisites
- A 2mm hex screwdriver
- A 2.5mm hex screwdriver
- Scissors
- Cable ties
Note: Please carefully retain all screws and the light shield strip that are removed, as they will be needed for reassembly. Do not discard anything.
How to do it
#1 Remove the riser base
Refer to this video to disassemble S1's riser base: https://support.xtool.com/article/1115?from=Riser+Base+for+S1&url=/product/27.
#2 Remove the bottom fixing screws
- Flip the machine over to locate the screws shown in the image reference.
- Use the 2mm screwdriver to remove them one by one.
#3 Disconnect the main control board cover and emergency stop switch cable
- Refer to the video: https://youtu.be/SlXHsCmt270.
- Remove the main control board cover.
- Disconnect the emergency stop switch cable.
#4 Remove the two rotational connectors
- Locate the two rotational connectors next to the main control board (see image reference).
- Carefully remove the connectors.
#5 Remove the enclosure
- The enclosure can now be removed.
- You may lift it with assistance if needed.
- Slightly pull the middle section on both sides of the enclosure outward to make it easier to remove.
#6 Locate the component to be replaced
After removing the casing, the internal structure of the machine will be visible.
- Locate the exhaust fan.
- Remove the screws using the 2.5mm screwdriver.
- Carefully disconnect the exhaust fan connection cable.
#7 Remove the cable ties and tape
- The fan and mainframe are secured using adhesive tape and cable ties. Remove these fixings.
#8 Remove the exhaust fan
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