Getting Started

Just getting started with your 3Doodler Chef? Designed for effortless handling and precise control, this pen puts the power of confectionery creation right in your hands. Let’s walk through the basics so you can start crafting delicious designs immediately.

Basics

Set the Speed

  1. Plug in your 3Doodler Chef and power it on.
  2. Tap the Forward Button to switch between:
    • Green Light (Turtle) – Slow, detailed mode for intricate candy designs
    • Blue Light (Rabbit) – Fast, bold mode for filling larger areas
  3. While the pen heats up, the light glows Red. Once it switches to Green or Blue, you’re ready to go

Load a Candy Capsule

  1. Open the cartridge slot and line up a candy capsule’s arrow with the guide in the pen.
  2. Push the capsule in until it clicks into place—this engages the pushrod.
  3. Screw the nozzle snugly over the capsule opening.

Start Doodling

  • Press Forward once to begin extruding candy.
  • Hold Forward for continuous flow, or tap to start/stop as needed.
  • Draw on your silicone mat, decorate cookies, or build free-standing candy shapes in mid-air.

The Pen

The Buttons

  • Forward Button: Initiates and pauses candy extrusion (tap or hold).
  • Reverse Button: Ejects an empty capsule and prepares for the next one.

Indicator Lights

  • Red: Pen is warming up.
  • Green: Slow (detailed) mode is active.
  • Blue: Fast (fill) mode is active.
  • Flashing Green/Blue: Reverse mode (ready to swap capsules).

Operation

Feeding Capsules

  • Gently insert the capsule cartridge and push until the pushrod snaps it into position.
  • When a capsule runs out, the pushrod will automatically pop forward to accept the next one (you’ll hear a click).

Anchoring Your Candy

  • To ensure adhesion, press the nozzle firmly against your silicone mat or baked goods for a couple of seconds.
  • Let enough candy extrude so it “sticks” before lifting the tip to continue your design.

Joining Candy Pieces

  • To fuse two pieces, extrude a small amount of candy at the joint and press the nozzle to both surfaces until they bond.

Finishing and Tips

Reverse and Swap Capsules

  1. Once a capsule empties, you’ll hear the pushrod click and the pen will enter reverse mode (indicator flashes).
  2. Press Reverse to fully eject the used cartridge.
  3. Remove the empty capsule and insert a new one, pushing until you hear a click again.

Clean the Nozzle

  • After each session, wait for the pen to cool, then unscrew the nozzle by hand.
  • Soak it in warm water and use the Cleaning Brush to remove any sticky residue.
  • Reattach the dry nozzle before your next candy creation.

Troubleshooting

Clogged Nozzle

  1. Power on and wait for Green or Blue.
  2. Carefully remove the nozzle.
  3. Rinse it under warm water and scrub with the Cleaning Brush to clear blockages.
  4. Reattach once completely dry, then heat up again.

Pushrod Won’t Feed

  • If a capsule doesn’t advance, remove the cartridge and reseat it, pushing firmly until the pushrod locks in place.
  • Always store capsules in a cool, dry spot to keep them feeding smoothly.

Accessories

Switching Nozzles

  1. Unplug the pen and let it cool completely.
  2. Unscrew the current nozzle by hand.
  3. Screw on a fresh nozzle (you have one extra in the box).
  4. Power up and heat before using.

Using the Silicone Mat

  • Set the mat on a flat surface.
  • Slip a stencil or template underneath to practice precise shapes.
  • Once your candy hardens, gently peel your designs from the mat and reuse.

Still Struggling?

Take a look at our 3Doodler troubleshooting guide.
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