i3ALD Computer Side plate

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People place a plate under their printer bed to achieve two main objectives: first, they keep the fan from blowing air under the printer, which is crucial for preventing dust from settling on the electronics; second, the plate ensures that fresh air circulates around the ramps controller. This improves overall print quality and reliability. To install this essential component: 1. Start by printing your object with support enabled. It's necessary to secure it properly before attempting installation. 2. Access the internal area of your controller board mount and remove the two bolts that hold the aluminum bar in place. 3. Once you've freed up space, carefully lift out the metal rod, and then gently push the control panel into its designated slot. Ensure it's aligned correctly with all connectors securely seated. 4. With the panel firmly in position, proceed to replace the removed rods in reverse order (reinsert the bolts and lower the aluminum bar), finally tightening everything into place using your trusty screwdriver. Your printer is now equipped with this vital feature!