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Using the My-Cloner

📢 Learn how to prepare, configure and operate your My-Cloner safely and correctly.

This section covers the essential procedures required to prepare and operate the My-Cloner.

It guides you through the first startup, initial calibration, Mainsail interface, filament handling and the basic concepts required for normal printer operation.

If this is your first time using the printer, follow the pages in the recommended order shown below.

Sections

  • Printer Overview

    Learn the main parts of the My-Cloner, how the axes move and how the Klipper-based control system is organised.

    Printer Overview

  • Before First Power-On

    Complete the mechanical, electrical and safety checks required before connecting the printer to mains power for the first time.

    Before First Power-On

  • First Power-On

    Perform the first controlled startup and verify the power system, Klipper connection, sensors, temperatures and fans.

    First Power-On

  • First Time Setup & Calibration

    Verify axis movement, homing, probe operation, PID tuning, Z offset, bed mesh and extrusion before the first print.

    First Time Setup & Calibration

  • Klipper Interface Guide

    Learn how to use Mainsail to control movement, temperatures, files, calibration commands and print operations.

    Klipper Interface Guide

  • Loading and Unloading Filament

    Learn how to safely load, unload and change filament using the direct-drive extruder and Mainsail controls.

    Loading and Unloading Filament

  • Glossary of Common Terms

    Find simple explanations for the most common My-Cloner, Klipper and 3D printing terms used throughout the documentation.

    Glossary of Common Terms

For a new My-Cloner build, follow the initial setup documentation in this order:

  1. Printer Overview
  2. Before First Power-On
  3. First Power-On
  4. First Time Setup & Calibration
  5. Klipper Interface Guide
  6. Loading and Unloading Filament

The Glossary of Common Terms can be used at any time if you encounter unfamiliar terminology.