Introdução

When challenged by malfunctions of Cricut Maker machines, things can result in difficulty and stress. A common malfunction is the instability of loading in Cricut mats due to worn-out rubber rollers. Only further assistance can be done by a Cricut Maker owner after a year of warranty if actions are taken within one's hands.

Instead of tossing a Cricut Maker machine due to malfunctions, with this guide, replacing rubber rollers from a Cricut Maker machine can be the resolution for more opportunities in creating projects.

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    • Replacing the rubber rollers begins with the movement of removing the top white rectangle plaque that sits at the top of the Cricut.

    • Use a 1.5mm flat-head bit for removal of the plastic white plaque.

    Be careful removing this piece as on the model we have this piece was tacked down on both ends with a little bit of glue. Gentle but firm pressure removed it but too much and you can crack the cover.

    Daniel Kuwahara -

    Where does one buy/ locate the rubber rollers? I was told by Cricut helpline all parts are irreplaceable.

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    • Below the white plaque that has now been removed are four silver screws that secure the position of the lid. Using a Phillips #1 bit, remove all four screws.

    On our model these screws are T8H torx screws.

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    • After removing the four silver screws and putting them aside, lift the lid of the Cricut Maker to detach it from the machine.

    The lid wouldn’t remove for me after this step.

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    • When the lid is removed, flip the Cricut machine so that the bottom of the machine is facing upward.

    • Locate each corner that shares a black screw. Remove all four black screws with a Phillips #1 bit.

    These screws are under the rubber feet.

    Daniel Kuwahara -

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    • After removing the four black screws, locate the seven silver screws that then sit below the top portion of the machine. They can be challenging to identify as they are hidden, so move the machine to an angle where each screw is visible to remove.

    • Remove all seven silver screws using a 1 mm flat-head bit.

    These were Philips head screws on ours. If you have the Mako Driver Kit, the flexible extension works great to remove these.

    Daniel Kuwahara -

    In my Cricut Maker (original) the 7 screws are Phillips #1. You will need an offset Phillips screwdriver to take them out. I used the Mulwark screwdriver and a simple offset screwdriver that came with the replacement Feoxshal rubber rollers. It's a patient and difficult job.

    Carlos Gonzalez -

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    • The following step requires the top part of the machine to be facing upward.

    • Once the machine is facing upward, lift the top case of the machine gently.

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    • When gently removing the top case, locate the right side of the machine where the wires are connected.

    • One end of the wire is connected to the top case, and the other is connected to the machine.

    • Disconnect the wire on the end that's located in the machine.

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    • On the right side of the machine is a silver spring on the edge. Remove the spring with small needle nose pliers for easy removal.

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    • On the right side, locate the top circular part and remove the little c-clamp that holds the y piece with a 1 mm flat-head bit.

    • After removing the c-clamp, remove the y-piece.

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    • Moving onto the left side of the machine is the mini generator held with four screws.

    • Two screws are black, and two are silver.

    • Remove all four screws with a Phillips #1 bit.

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    • Remove the silver spring located on the left side of the machine.

    • The process imitates removing the spring that was completed on the right side by using small needle nose pliers for removal.

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    • Repeat step 9 to remove the c-clamp and y-piece on the machine's left side with a 1mm Flathead bit.

    Does anyone know the size of the e-clamp?

    Greg Raunam -

    @gregraunam From browsing other websites, I've found reference to an M5 e-clip. Currently struggling to put one on, so I can't yet vouch for whether it's actually the right size.

    Rachel Baker -

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    • Now that all screws are removed, wiggle the silver rod towards the right to pop out the silver rod from its place.

    • Once the left side of the rod is out, wiggle the rod out of the right side.

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    • Now that the rod is removed from the machine, remove old rubber rollers in a wiggling motion for easier removal.

    • Insert new rubber rollers to replace worn-out ones.

Conclusão

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

Hailey Pasillas

Membro desde: 23/01/24

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3 comentários

Tutoriel au top, ma maker peut encore avoir de longues heures devant elle. Merci!

laure richard -

It’s good information to know which screwdrivers to use, but I really wanna know where to get the replacement rollers??? it doesn’t do me any good to tear it apart if I don’t have the new parts to put on. Did I miss that information somewhere?

Pat -