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PRO+ Getting Started Guide

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Getting Started

Not sure where to begin with your PRO+ pen? You’ve come to the right place. Let’s start with the basics. For visual learners, check out our video section.

Basics

Set the Temperature
  • Plug in your 3Doodler PRO+ and turn it on.
  • Use the Navigation Buttons to scroll through the preset temperature modes on the display.
  • Press the Enter Button to select your desired material.
  • Available preset modes:
    • OOD – Wood
    • BRO – Bronze
    • COP – Copper
    • PLA – PLA
    • NYL – Nylon
    • FLE – Flexy
    • CUS – Custom mode for setting temperature and speed
    • SEL – Select temperature display (switch between °F and °C)
Set the Speed
  • Choose your extrusion speed (1–10) using the Navigation Buttons.
  • Press the Enter Button to confirm your selection.
Wait for the Indicator Light
  • The Indicator Light will turn:
    • Blue for preset temperature modes
    • Green for custom mode
Insert the Filament
  • Once the Indicator Light is Blue or Green, insert a filament strand through the Feed Port.
  • Click the Feed Button once; the Drive Gear will pull the filament through automatically.
Start Doodling
  • After 10–15 seconds, filament will begin extruding from the nozzle.
  • Press the Feed Button to stop extrusion when needed.

The Pen

Buttons
  • Up/Down: Adjust temperature and speed.
  • Enter/Select: Confirm your selection.
  • Feed/Reverse: Feed the filament forward or reverse it to change strands.
Indicator Lights
  • Red: Heating up or waiting for a selection.
  • Blue: Feeding in preset temperature mode.
  • Green: Feeding in custom mode.
  • Flashing Blue/Green: Reversing filament in preset/custom mode.

Operation

Feeding Strands
  • Push the filament gently into the pen until the Drive Gear grips it.
  • If the strand is too short, remove the cover and feed it from inside.
Pressing On Surface
  • Press the nozzle firmly onto your surface for a few seconds to anchor the filament, then lift the pen.
Welding Filament
  • Touch the 3Doodler tip to two pieces of filament while extruding to connect them.

Finishing and Tips

Reverse and Remove Filament
  • Ensure the pen is turned on and heated.
  • Press the Reverse Button; the Light will flash as the filament retracts.
  • Once retracted, gently pull the filament out.
Snip Those Ends
  • Trim melted ends of filament before reinserting to prevent clogs.

Troubleshooting

Jammed Filament
  • Set the temperature to match the filament being used.
  • Remove the nozzle using the included socket (pen must be heated).
  • Use the reverse feature and the unblocking tool to clear any jams.

Accessories

Swapping Nozzles
  • Ensure the pen is turned on and heated before removing or attaching nozzles with the nozzle tool.
  • Do not over-tighten; keep the nozzle tool centered to avoid damage.
Using the Smoothing Tool
  • Slide the tool onto the nozzle while the pen is unplugged and cool.
  • Turn on the pen, use the appropriate temperature, and smooth your doodles.
  • Turn off and allow to cool before removing the tool.
Using the Mini DoodlePad
  • Use the transparent, grid-lined DoodlePad for precise creations.
  • For WOOD, Bronze, Copper, or FLEXY, use the backside; ABS, PLA, and Nylon work best on the front.
Updated on January 30, 2026

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Table of Contents
  • Getting Started
  • Basics
    • Set the Temperature
    • Set the Speed
    • Wait for the Indicator Light
    • Insert the Filament
    • Start Doodling
  • The Pen
    • Buttons
    • Indicator Lights
  • Operation
    • Feeding Strands
    • Pressing On Surface
    • Welding Filament
  • Finishing and Tips
    • Reverse and Remove Filament
    • Snip Those Ends
  • Troubleshooting
    • Jammed Filament
  • Accessories
    • Swapping Nozzles
    • Using the Smoothing Tool
    • Using the Mini DoodlePad
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