Wanhao Duplicator i3 Mechanical/Electrical Issues and Solutions HD

In this video I cover the most common problems you might eventually face with your Wanhao Duplicator i3. I go in-depth into how to properly clear a nozzle clog and show how all the parts work on the hot end so you can take yours apart without damaging your printer. I show how to prevent thermistor shorts which can be costly. Luckily the fix is not complicated. Wanhao Google Group (not an official Wanhao tech support!) where you can read many other issues people have had with these printers and many solutions: https://groups.google.com/forum/#!forum/wanhao-printer-3d Where I bought my printer. Just beware - many people are complaining about the warranties with these re-sellers: http://wanhaousa.com/ PLA filmaent from Makergeeks works best with the brass/MK10 hot end and teflon/PTFE tubing: http://www.makergeeks.com/ Jetguys YouTube channel. Jetguy (as he is sometimes known) helped me realize my board had a short. He has some good tips for the Duplicator i3: https://www.youtube.com/user/vernonbarry/videos Fan mod for the i3 that I recommend for sharper prints: https://www.thingiverse.com/thing:1025471 MK10 PTFE tubing for extruder: http://www.amazon.com/Meters-Filament-3D-printer-Rostock/dp/B00THZKC8Y/ref=sr_1_fkmr2_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1452791517&sr=8-1-fkmr2&keywords=mk10+ptfe+tubing Kapton Tape: http://www.amazon.com/Addicore-Kapton-Polyimide-Release-Printer/dp/B00JPTKFRU/ref=sr_1_8?ie=UTF8&qid=1452791668&sr=8-8&keywords=kapton+tape