Installing Your Heated BedUse this guide to install your heated bed if you currently have an assembled Gigabot.https://d3t0tbmlie281e.cloudfront.net/igi/re3d/jQ6WgwMHZBo53Sdy.fullChris Gerty1 hourModerateGigabot2021-03-09T17:21:24-07:00This guide is currently being written. Reload periodically to see the latest changes.Included with your heated bed are all of the parts necessary to connect into the electrical box, and install your bed to your existing metal plate.
11110#11161a017029406091During this procedure you will be exposing connection which during normal operation will see "mains" voltage (120/220VAC).
99000#ef4444\e602817029406091When working on any part of this procedure, ensure that the main power is disconnected from any power source, and USB cable is unplugged.
11110#11161a017029406091If you are not comfortable working with high voltage connections, consult a certified electrician to perform this procedure for you.
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11110#11161a017029406091Install the solid state relay in between the end cap and the rightmost connection on the rail, as shown.
11110#11161a017029406091Use a small screwdriver to move the relay's connector clip down onto the rail, once it is in place.
11110#11161a017029406091Using the provided wiring, feed the two shrink-wrapped ends, and the brown wire, through the bottom of the electrical box, after removing an appropriate plastic grommet.
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11110#11161a0170294060910https://d3t0tbmlie281e.cloudfront.net/igi/re3d/gBEsGh1IVjfiDhtu.fullConnect high voltage wiring per diagram.
11110#11161a017029406091The heated bed legs are not polarized, so you can connect either set of three crimped contacts to either designated location.
1010000#666666\e601917029406091Route the white wires inside the panduit which is already present in the electrical box.
11110#11161a017029406091This will provide some additional strain relief for the mains connection should the wire be pulled on from the outside of the electrical box.
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11110#11161a017029406091Obtain the M5x35mm screws from the bed attachment hardware bag.
11110#11161a017029406091Disconnect the four screws from the top of the bed plate, replace them with the M5x35mm screws, and secure with a small amount of tape.
11110#11161a017029406091Remove the bed and lay upside-down on a clean surface, taking careful note of which side is the LEFT SIDE of the bed. This is the side that the wires will protrude from.
11110#11161a017029406091Using brake parts cleaner or other non-residue cleaner, wipe down the bed of any dust, oil, or dirt.
11110#11161a017029406091<strong>With the protective plastic still installed</strong> on the bed, position the heated bad pad onto the metal bed, over the protruding screws.
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11110#11161a017029406091Carefully affix the small strip of exposed adhesive to the metal bed, ensuring alignment with the corners, and screws still through the pre-drilled holes.
11110#11161a017029406091Remove the two screws closest to the affixed end.
11110#11161a017029406091Ensuring the affixed part of the bed stays stable, and lift up the remaining part of the heated pad, removing the plastic sheeting.
11110#11161a017029406091Carefully lay the bed back down, guiding the M5 screws through the pre-drilled holes.
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11110#11161a017029406091Insert two magic T-nuts (T-nuts that can be inserted after the rail is installed) into the bottom of the rear bed rail.
11110#11161a017029406091Connect the panduit as shown.
11110#11161a017029406091Route the wiring bundle from the electrical box from the center of the rear panduit, up to the section of panduit connected to the rear bed rail.
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11110#11161a017029406091Obtain the remainder of the bed attachment hardware from the bag.
11110#11161a017029406091Install the spring, washer, and nylock nut onto each of the four bolts. Compress the spring to about 50% of its travel.
11110#11161a017029406091Route the cabling from the bed to the panduit on the rear bed rail and connect the two connectors.
11110#11161a017029406091Tuck the excess cabling inside the panduit to minimize tangling.
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