00. Preparations

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  1. It is recommended to have the following tools available for assembling the V-Core 4:

    • It is recommended to have the following tools available for assembling the V-Core 4:

    • Allen Key / Hex Wrenches in the following sizes: 2.5mm, 3mm, 4mm, 5mm & 6mm

    • Wire cutters & a wire stripper

    • Tape measure or calipers

    • Crimping tool (JST-XH, Molex-Micro fit and 18-14AWG Fork + Spade terminals)

    • Cross slot / philips screwdrivers

    • Flat / straight screwdrivers

    • Engineer Square - find here

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    • Rat Rig provides an extra parts bag (HW3694MK), which contains various spare parts that are easily lost or damaged. You are encouraged to use these spare parts as needed during assembly or maintenance.

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  3. Currently, there is only one printed part that needs to be prepared rr_toolhead_vc4_back Remove the AGAD parts (Anti Gravity Assistance Device)

    • Currently, there is only one printed part that needs to be prepared

    • rr_toolhead_vc4_back

    • Remove the AGAD parts (Anti Gravity Assistance Device)

    • Rat Rig avoids supports at all costs, so we're introducing the AGAD as this printed part needs to have a very precise overhang.

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  4. Heat Insert Pace the heat insert in the designated hole Align the soldering iron with the heat insert

    • Heat Insert

    • Pace the heat insert in the designated hole

    • Align the soldering iron with the heat insert

    • Be careful not to burn yourself!

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  5. Slowly press on the heat insert down. Ensure the heat insert is flush with the printed part, or even a little deeper. Avoid having a heat insert higher than the printed part, this can cause assembly issues.

    • Slowly press on the heat insert down.

    • Ensure the heat insert is flush with the printed part, or even a little deeper.

    • Avoid having a heat insert higher than the printed part, this can cause assembly issues.

    • Remove the soldering iron.

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