IBM Printer S544 5361 01 User Manual

S544-5361-01  
IBM Network Color Printer:  
Operator’s Guide  
Quick Start  
Task  
Where to Look  
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Requesting service  
Ordering features and supplies  
Choosing paper  
Storing paper  
Handling transparencies  
Loading paper  
Loading transparencies  
Replacing a toner cartridge  
Diagnosing problems  
Clearing paper jams  
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page 2–2  
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Table of Contents  
Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vii  
Trademarks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .vii  
Communications Statements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . viii  
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi  
Audience. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi  
Organization and Contents of this Publication . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xi  
Terminology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xii  
Safety Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xii  
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .xii  
Related Publications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii  
Requesting Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xiii  
Chapter 1.  
Welcome to the IBM Network Color Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–1  
Introducing the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2  
General Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2  
Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–2  
Optional Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–3  
Ordering Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–4  
Identifying Printer Parts and Controls. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6  
Front and Right Sides. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–6  
Back and Left Sides . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–9  
Inside the Front Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–10  
Identifying Parts on the Density Control Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–12  
Turning the Printer On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–13  
Turning the Printer On . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–13  
Turning the Printer Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–13  
Resetting the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1–14  
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Chapter 2.  
Choosing and Storing Paper and Transparencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–1  
Choosing Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2  
Paper You Should Use. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2  
Paper You Should Not Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2  
Understanding the Printable Area on a Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–4  
Handling and Storing Paper and Transparencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5  
Handling and Storing Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5  
Handling and Storing Printouts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–5  
Handling Transparencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–6  
Chapter 3.  
Loading Paper and Transparencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–1  
Loading Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2  
Loading Paper in Tray 1 and Tray 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–2  
Loading Paper in the Auxiliary Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–6  
Choosing the Paper Output Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–13  
Using the Side Output Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–13  
Using the Top Output Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3–15  
Chapter 4.  
Using the Operator Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–1  
Identifying Each Part of the Operator Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2  
Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2  
Online Push Button and Light. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–2  
Cancel Push Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–3  
Display Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–3  
Control Push Buttons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–3  
Paper Source Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–4  
Canceling a Print Job . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–5  
Understanding the Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–6  
Navigating the Menus. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–7  
Choosing a Menu Setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–7  
Using the Online Menu (Print Pages Menu). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–8  
Printing the Help Map. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–9  
Printing a Job Log. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–9  
Printing a Configuration Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–9  
Printing a Test Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–10  
Printing the Color Pages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–10  
Printing the Font Page . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–10  
Using the Offline Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–11  
Entering a Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–13  
Deleting a Password. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–13  
Changing a Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–13  
Using the Printer Setup Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–14  
Choosing the Paper Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–14  
Choosing the Paper Size . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–15  
Choosing the Color Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–16  
Choosing to Print a Cover Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–16  
Choosing to Print When There Is a PostScript Error . . . . . . . . . . . 4–17  
Choosing to Print a Start Page. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–18  
Using the System Setup Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–19  
Setting the Printer Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–20  
Setting the Time and Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–20  
Changing the Password . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–21  
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Setting the Power Savings Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–23  
Using the Language Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–24  
Changing the Language . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–24  
Language Menu Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–24  
Chapter 5.  
Replacing Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–1  
Storing and Handling Toner Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–2  
Ordering Supplies. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–3  
Replacing Toner Cartridges . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–4  
Removing the Old Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–5  
Installing a New Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–8  
Recycling the Used Toner Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–13  
Replacing the Used Toner Bottle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–14  
Replacing the Fuser Oil Bottle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–16  
Removing the Old Fuser Oil Bottle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–16  
Installing the New Fuser Oil Bottle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–17  
Replacing the Fuser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–19  
Preparing the Fuser and Work Area. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–19  
Unpacking the New Fuser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–20  
Removing the Fuser Oil from the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–21  
Removing the Fuser Access Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–24  
Removing the Used Fuser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–26  
Installing the New Fuser. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–27  
Replacing the Fuser Access Door . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–29  
Filling the New Fuser Unit with Fuser Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–30  
Printing Test Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–31  
Replacing the Photoconductor Drum Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–33  
Locating the Orange Photoconductor Drum Shield . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–33  
Removing the Old Photoconductor Drum Cartridge. . . . . . . . . . . . 5–33  
Installing a New Photoconductor Drum Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–35  
Recycling the Photoconductor Drum Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–38  
Cleaning the Separation Corona Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5–39  
Chapter 6.  
Diagnosing Printer Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–1  
Common Printer Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–2  
Clearing Paper Jams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–3  
Clearing a Paper Jam in Area 1 (Transfer Drum Area) . . . . . . . . . . 6–4  
Clearing a Paper Jam in Area 2 (Fuser Area) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–6  
Clearing a Paper Jam in Area 3 (Paper Feeder Area) . . . . . . . . . . . 6–9  
Clearing a Paper Jam in the Tray 2 Paper Feeder. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–12  
Correcting Print Quality Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–13  
Adjusting the Side Registration on Tray 2 Printouts. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–20  
Adjusting the Color Density . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–22  
Printing Test Prints from the Density Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–24  
Setting the Separation Corona Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–26  
Chapter 7.  
Understanding Operator Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–1  
Understanding POST Error Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–2  
Function of POST Error Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–2  
Table of POST Error Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–2  
Understanding Operator Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–5  
Understanding Warning Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–5  
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Understanding Status Messages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–7  
Understanding Operator Error Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7–8  
Chapter 8.  
Maintaining the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–1  
Cleaning the Outside of the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–2  
Cleaning the Paper Path . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–3  
Cleaning the Paper Feeder Area . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–3  
Cleaning the Transfer Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–3  
Cleaning the Separation Corona Wire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–3  
Cleaning the Window of the Density Detection Sensor . . . . . . . . . . 8–4  
Cleaning the Fuser Rollers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–5  
Replacing the Air and Ozone Filters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–6  
Replacing the Separation Corona Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–10  
Replacing the Transfer Drum Cleaning Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–12  
Appendix A. Help Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appendix A–1  
Appendix B. Supplies Replacement Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appendix B–1  
Appendix C. Wiring Diagrams. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Appendix C–1  
Acronyms and Abbreviations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . X–1  
Glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . X–3  
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . X–15  
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Notices  
References in this publication to IBM products, programs, or services do  
not imply that IBM intends to make these available in all countries in which  
IBM operates. Any reference to an IBM licensed product, program, or  
service is not intended to state or imply that only IBM’s product, program,  
or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or  
service that does not infringe any of IBM’s intellectual property rights may  
be used instead of the IBM product. Evaluation and verification of  
operation in conjunction with other products, except those expressly  
designated by IBM, is the user’s responsibility.  
Any performance data contained in this publication was obtained in a  
controlled environment based on the use of specific data. The results that  
may be obtained in other operating environments may vary significantly.  
Users of this publication should verify the applicable data in their specific  
environment. Therefore, such data does not constitute a performance  
guarantee or warranty.  
IBM may have patents or pending patent applications covering subject  
matter in this publication. The furnishing of this publication does not give  
you any license to these patents. You can send license inquiries, in  
writing, to the IBM Corporation, IBM Director of Licensing, 208 Harbor  
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Communications Statements  
Federal Communication Notices Commission (FCC) Statement  
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for  
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits  
are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in  
a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate  
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the  
instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.  
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular  
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or  
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off  
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or  
more of the following measures:  
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.  
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• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.  
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which  
the receiver is connected.  
• Consult an IBM authorized dealer or service representative for help.  
Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors (IBM partnumber  
68X3949 or its equivalent for PC parallel) must be used in order to meet FCC  
emission limits. Proper cables and connectors are available from IBM  
authorized dealers. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television  
interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors  
or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized  
changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the  
equipment.  
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to  
the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful  
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received,  
including interference that may cause undesired operation.  
European Union (EU) Electromagnetic Conformity Statement:  
This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council  
Directive 89/336/EEC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States  
relating to electromagnetic compatibility. IBM cannot accept responsibility for  
any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-  
recommended modification of the product, including the fitting of non-IBM  
option cards.  
EU Conformity Statement: This product has been tested and found to comply  
with the limits for Class B Information Technology Equipment according to  
CISPR 22/European standard EN 55022. The limits for Class B equipment  
were derived for typical environments to provide reasonable protection against  
interference with licensed communication devices.  
German Conformity Statement: Dieses Gerät erfüllt die Bedingungen der EN  
55022 Klasse B.  
Industry Canada Compliance Statement: This Class B digital apparatus meets  
the requirements of the Canadian Interference-causing equipment  
regulations.  
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du  
Réglement sur le matèriel brouiller du Canada.  
Japanese VCCI Class 2 ITE Statement:  
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Preface  
This publication tells you how to perform tasks such as loading paper, loading  
transparencies, removing paper jams, changing paper size, and other similar  
tasks.  
Audience  
This publication is intended for a key operator who maintains the printer and  
orders supplies, and for all users who replace supplies and who submit print  
jobs to this printer.  
Organization and Contents of this Publication  
This publication includes the following chapters:  
• Chapter 1, “Welcome to the IBM Network Color Printer,” tells you about the  
printer’s features and parts. This chapter also lists supplies that you can  
order for the printer and tells you how to turn the printer on and off.  
• Chapter 2, “Choosing and Storing Paper and Transparencies,” tells you what  
paper to use in the printer and how to store and handle paper and  
transparencies.  
• Chapter 3, “Loading Paper and Transparencies,” tells you how to load paper  
into the printer, how to choose the tray for output, and how to know when to  
add paper.  
• Chapter 4, “Using the Operator Panel,” tells you how the operator panel  
works and how to use menus on the display panel.  
• Chapter 5, “Replacing Supplies,” tells you how to replace the printer’s toner  
cartridge, the used toner bottle, the fuser oil bottle, the fuser, and the  
photoconductor drum cartridge. It also tells you how to store and handle  
toner cartridges.  
• Chapter 6, “Diagnosing Printer Problems,” helps you diagnose problems you  
may have when using the printer. It tells you how to clear paper jams and  
correct the quality of the printouts. This chapter also explains how to adjust  
the left margin of tray 2 and the color density of the printouts and how to set  
the separation corona mode.  
• Chapter 7, “Understanding Operator Messages,” lists the messages that you  
may see on the display panel, tells you the reason for the message, and tells  
you what to do. Messages on the display panel tell you the printer’s status  
and alert you to upcoming problems. If the printer has an error during  
operation, you see an error message on the display panel.  
• Chapter 8, “Maintaining the Printer,” tells you how to clean the printer and do  
routine maintenance tasks. Regular cleaning and maintenance (as needed)  
and careful handling of the printer keep the printer and print quality in the  
best condition.  
• This publication includes a list of abbreviations, a glossary, and an index.  
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Terminology  
Common Phrases  
This guide refers to the IBM Network Color Printer as the printer. Additionally,  
the Network Print Server feature is referred to as the NPS.  
Paper Input and Output Receptacles  
Input receptacles are called trays, such as tray 1, tray 2, and auxiliary tray.  
Output receptacles are called output trays.  
Safety Notices  
There are 3 levels of safety notices:  
DANGER calls attention to a situation that is potentially extremely hazardous  
to people.  
CAUTION calls attention to a situation that is potentially hazardous to people.  
Attention calls attention to the possibility of damage to a program, device,  
system, or data. Attention notices are located throughout this publication,  
but are not listed here.  
• Translations of the safety notices used in this library are found in IBM  
Network Color Printer: Safety Information, G544-5352. This publication is  
shipped with the printer and is provided with the maintenance  
documentation.  
Safety Precautions  
Electrical Safety  
This printer is inspected and listed by recognized national testing laboratories,  
such as Underwriters Laboratories, Inc. (UL) in the U.S.A. and Canadian  
Standards Association (CSA) in Canada. Listing of a product by a national  
testing laboratory indicates that the product is designed and manufactured in  
accordance with national requirements intended to minimize safety hazards.  
IBM equipment meets a very high standard of safety in design and  
manufacture. Remember, however, that this product operates under  
conditions of high electrical potentials and heat generation, both of which are  
functionally necessary.  
Because the paper and toner used in the printer can burn, you should take  
normal precautions to prevent fire. These precautions include common-sense  
measures, such as keeping potentially combustible materials (for example,  
curtains and chemicals) away from the printer, providing adequate ventilation  
and cooling, limiting unattended operation, and having trained personnel  
available and assigned to the printer.  
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Laser Safety  
This printer complies with the performance standards set the by U.S. Food  
and Drug Administration for a Class 1 Laser Product. This means that the  
printer belongs to a class of laser products that does not produce hazardous  
laser radiation in a customer access area. This classification was  
accomplished by providing the necessary protective housing and scanning  
safeguards to ensure that laser radiation is inaccessible or within Class 1  
limits.  
There are various tool-operated machine covers that should be moved,  
removed, or replaced only by trained service personnel. There are no operator  
controls or adjustments associated with the laser.  
No operator maintenance is required to keep the product in compliance as a  
Class 1 Laser Product. No adjustments that affect laser operation or power  
are accessible to the operator.  
Note: See IBM Network Color Printer: Safety Information for national  
language translations regarding laser safety.  
Disposal of Materials  
This printer may contain materials, either as components or supplies, that are  
regulated by government agencies for disposal. Dispose of all such items in  
accordance with your governmental agencies regulations.  
Related Publications  
The following publications are included in hardcopy with this printer:  
IBM Network Color Printer: Administrator’s Guide, S544-5364  
IBM Network Color Printer: Operator’s Guide, S544-5361  
IBM Network Color Printer: Quick Print Guide, softcopy only  
IBM Network Color Printer: Installation and Relocation Guide, G544-5362  
IBM Network Color Printer: Safety Information, G544-5352  
IBM Network Color Printer: User’s Guide, S544-5363  
The above publications are also available in Adobe Acrobat Reader format on  
the IBM Network Color Printer:Customer CD-ROM shipped with this printer.  
You can view these publications using Adobe Acrobat Reader, which is  
included on the CD-ROM. The User’s Guide contains instructions for installing  
Adobe Acrobat Reader and the softcopy documentation onto your system.  
If you wish to purchase additional copies of the publications, please contact  
your IBM service representative or authorized service dealer.  
Requesting Service  
To request service on your IBM Network Color Printer in the U.S. or Canada,  
call 1-800-358-6661. Service is available from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. EST. To  
request service in other countries, call your country Call Center.  
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• You may call for service free of charge during the printer’s warranty period.  
• You can obtain service after the warranty period has expired if you sign a  
service contract agreement with an authorized service provider.  
• You also can obtain service on a billable-per-call basis after the warranty  
period has expired.  
• Please have your service contract information available when you call.  
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Chapter 1. Welcome to the IBM Network Color Printer  
This chapter tells you about the printer’s features and parts. This chapter also  
lists supplies that you can order for the printer and tells you how to turn the  
printer on and off.  
This chapter covers the following topics:  
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Introducing the Printer  
This section gives you a general overview of the printer, including highlights  
and optional features.  
General Description  
The IBM Network Color Printer is a midrange workgroup printer. It can  
produce single-sided black and white prints at a rate of up to 12 impressions  
per minute (IPM) and full-color prints at a rate of up to 3 IPM. The printer has a  
cyan-magenta-yellow-black (CMYK), full-color laser processor that prints 16  
gray levels per color. The printer prints PostScript jobs in Windows,  
Macintosh, and UNIX environments.  
Highlights  
Some of the highlights of the printer are:  
Toner cartridges  
The printer uses 4 separate color toner cartridges (cyan, magenta, yellow,  
and black). When a toner cartridge is used up, you can replace it with a new  
one of the same color.  
Flexible color range  
The 4 color toner cartridges offer output in full color, a single color only  
(monocolor), or true black (using the black toner cartridge).  
High resolution  
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The printer has a print resolution of 600 600 dots per inch, which results in  
laser-sharp output in full color.  
High print speed  
The printer delivers up to 3 pages per minute in full color or up to 12 pages  
per minute in monocolor (black only).  
Flexible paper handling  
The universal paper cassette in tray 1 accepts letter, legal, A4, and JIS B5  
paper sizes. It can hold approximately 250 sheets (at 80 g/m2) of plain  
paper. The auxiliary tray accepts transparencies as well as plain paper. To  
increase the volume of paper, you can add an optional tray 2 paper feeder.  
Note: This printer does only simplex (single-side) printing. Duplex printing is  
not available.  
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Optional Features  
The printer has several optional features. See the following sections for more  
on these features. Contact your IBM marketing representative or authorized  
service dealer for information about the following optional features and how to  
order them.  
Optional Tray 2 Paper Feeder (Feature Code 4501)  
This feature includes a paper feeder unit, a universal paper cassette, and 2  
locking pins to fasten the paper feeder unit to the printer body. The universal  
paper cassette accepts letter, legal, A4, and JIS B5 paper sizes. It can hold  
approximately 250 sheets (at 80 g/m2) of plain paper.  
Universal Paper Cassette (Feature Code 4513)  
You can buy an additional universal paper cassette that holds letter, legal, A4,  
and JIS B5 paper. You can load only plain paper from 64 to 90 g/m2 into a  
paper cassette, and the maximum capacity is approximately 250 sheets at 80  
g/m2.  
Printer Stand (Feature Code 3050)  
The printer stand is designed to hold the weight of the printer. It has a storage  
area underneath for supplies, locking casters for easy movement, and leveling  
feet for uneven floor surfaces.  
Memory Upgrades  
The standard printer configuration includes 16MB of memory. Any printer can  
be upgraded to 32MB or 48MB (maximum).  
• Feature Code 4316 consists of four 4MB SIMMs.  
• Feature Code 4332 consists of four 8MB SIMMs.  
For further information about installing the memory upgrades, see the  
Installation and Relocation Guide.  
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Ordering Supplies  
This section lists the supplies you can order for the printer and gives you the  
telephone number you should use when ordering supplies.  
To order supplies for the printer, call 1-888-IBM-PRINT in the U.S. and  
Canada. You may also contact your IBM marketing representative for  
information about how to order supplies.  
The following table lists the supplies you can order for the printer.  
Supplies  
Part  
Item  
Description  
Number  
Magenta Toner  
Cartridge  
63H2041  
63H2050  
63H2051  
63H2052  
IBM recommends that you use only IBM color toner  
cartridges designed for this printer. You need 4 color  
toner cartridges: cyan, magenta, yellow, and black. You  
get 1 cartridge in each box.  
Black Toner  
Cartridge  
Each color toner cartridge typically lasts approximately  
4,000 prints of A4- or letter-size paper (when printing at  
4% to 5% toner coverage). The actual cartridge life,  
however, depends on how much toner you use for each  
print. The more toner of 1 color that you use, the shorter  
that cartridge’s life becomes. For details, see “Replacing  
Toner Cartridges” on page 5–4.  
Cyan Toner  
Cartridge  
Yellow Toner  
Cartridge  
Fuser Oil Bottle in  
Single Box  
63H2043  
63H2044  
Fuser oil is used in the fusing process. Fuser oil keeps  
the toner on the paper and prevents it from getting on  
the fuser rollers. You can order fuser oil 1 bottle at a time  
or in 20-bottle packages.  
20 Unit Boxed  
Fuser Oil Bottles  
Fuser—110 V  
Fuser—220 V  
63H3776  
63H3779  
The fuser uses pressure and heat to bond the toner to  
the paper.  
Photoconductor  
Drum Cartridge Kit  
63H2042  
The photoconductor drum cartridge kit contains the  
following items: a photoconductor drum cartridge, an  
orange protective shield, and 2 used toner bottles. When  
you replace the photoconductor drum cartridge, always  
replace the used toner bottle as well. This bottle collects  
the excess toner during printing.  
Optional Paper  
Feeder  
63H2004  
The optional paper feeder comes with a universal  
cassette and 2 locking pins to fasten it to the printer  
body.  
Universal Cassette 63H2006  
The universal cassette holds letter-, legal-, A4-, and JIS  
B5-size paper. You can load only plain paper from 64 to  
90 g/m2 into a paper cassette, and the maximum  
2
capacity is approximately 250 sheets at 80 g/m .  
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Supplies  
Part  
Number  
Item  
Description  
Transparencies—  
50-Sheet Letter  
Pack  
63H2046  
63H2047  
IBM recommends that you use only IBM transparencies  
for the best printing results.  
Transparencies—  
Ten 50-Sheet  
Letter Packs  
Transparencies—  
50-Sheet A4 Pack  
63H2048  
63H2049  
Transparencies—  
Ten 50-Sheet A4  
Packs  
Relocation Kit  
52H0799  
The relocation kit contains the packaging, boxing, and  
instructions that you need to safely move the printer a  
substantial distance.  
60 000-Page Usage Kit (for low  
voltage 110 V)  
63H1980  
63H1981  
The 60 000-page usage kit is installed by the operator  
and is needed after approximately 60 000 pages have  
been printed. It contains the following items: air filter,  
ozone filter, transfer drum cleaning assembly, separation  
corona unit, and fuser.  
60 000-Page Usage Kit (for high  
voltage 220 V)  
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Identifying Printer Parts and Controls  
This section helps you identify each part of the printer. The illustrations that  
follow show the printer’s parts and controls and what they are used for.  
Front and Right Sides  
Shown below are the parts of the printer that you access from the front and  
right sides.  
Fuser oil bottle (cover open)  
The fuser oil bottle supplies the fuser oil that is applied to the fuser rollers  
during the printing process.  
Top cover (open)  
When opened, the top cover gives you access to the transfer drum area  
so that you can remove jammed paper or replace the separation corona  
unit.  
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Release latches  
The release latches release the catches on the fuser access and feeder  
access doors so that you can do maintenance tasks or clear paper jams.  
Fuser access door (closed)  
When opened, this door gives you access to the paper output area so that  
you can remove jammed paper and replace the fuser.  
Side output tray (faceup) (open)  
When opened, the side output tray receives printouts faceup. When the  
side output tray is closed, the top output tray receives printouts facedown.  
The side output tray holds approximately 20 sheets of plain paper at  
80 g/m2.  
Route power cable (on optional paper feeder unit) (shown installed)  
This cable connects the power outlet on the optional paper feeder unit with  
the power receptacle on the printer body.  
Power receptacle (on paper feeder unit)  
The printer power cord plugs in here and then connects to a power source  
(100–120 V ac or 220–240 V ac depending on the voltage model of the  
printer package).  
Auxiliary tray (open)  
This tray holds approximately 100 sheets of plain paper at 80 g/m2 or 20  
transparencies.  
Feeder access door  
Opening this door gives you access to the paper feeder area so that you  
can remove jammed paper, do maintenance tasks, or replace the transfer  
drum cleaning unit.  
Feeder access door (on tray 2 paper feeder) (closed)  
Opening this door gives you access to the tray 2 paper feeder area so that  
you can remove jammed paper.  
Power switch  
Optional tray 2 paper feeder  
This paper feeder holds a universal paper cassette.  
Paper amount indicator  
This shows the paper level. When the blue bar has completely  
disappeared, it is time to add paper to the tray.  
Tray 2 universal paper cassette (optional)  
This cassette holds approximately 250 sheets of letter-, legal-, A4-, or JIS  
B5-size paper at 80 g/m2.  
Paper size indicator  
This shows you the paper size loaded in the paper cassette.  
Tray 1 universal paper cassette  
This tray holds approximately 250 sheets of letter-, legal-, A4-, or JIS B5-  
size paper at 80 g/m2.  
Front door (open)  
When opened, this door gives you access to the inside of the printer so  
that you can replace supplies, clear paper jams, and do maintenance  
tasks.  
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Top output tray (facedown) (open)  
This tray holds approximately 100 sheets of plain paper at 80 g/m2.  
Wire cleaner (stored inside the printer)  
The wire cleaner is used to clean the separation corona wire (inside the  
separation corona unit) and the window of the density detection sensor.  
The wire cleaner looks like this:  
Separation corona unit  
The separation corona unit helps separate the printout from the  
photoconductor drum cartridge during the printing process. The wire is  
cleaned with the wire cleaner that is stored inside the printer.  
Operator panel  
The operator panel is on the outside of the printer’s front door. It has lights  
and push buttons that are used to control the printer and to indicate the  
printer’s status.  
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Back and Left Sides  
Shown below are the parts of the printer that you access from the back and  
left sides of the printer.  
Air ventilation slots  
and  
These slots prevent overheating and ensure that the printer works reliably.  
Do not block these air ventilation slots.  
Air filter holder  
This holder contains the air filter and gives you access to the carbon filter.  
Route power cable (on optional paper feeder unit)  
This cable connects the power outlet on the optional paper feeder unit with  
the power receptacle on the printer body.  
Density control panel  
This panel adjusts the color density (see “Identifying Parts on the Density  
Side registration adjustment dial  
This dial adjusts the left margin width of the tray 2 paper feeder.  
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Inside the Front Door  
Shown below are the parts of the printer that are inside the front door of the  
printer.  
Fuser oil bottle cover (closed)  
When closed, this cover locks the fuser oil bottle securely to the printer.  
Transfer drum knob  
When turned, this knob rotates the transfer drum so that you can remove  
jammed paper (the release handle must be down).  
Release handle  
This handle unlocks the used toner bottle, the photoconductor drum  
cartridge, and the transfer drum so that you can clear paper jams or do  
maintenance tasks.  
Used toner bottle  
This bottle receives excess toner not fused during the print cycle.  
Eject handle  
When pulled, this handle ejects a toner cartridge so that you can replace it.  
Toner cartridge position mark  
This mark helps you align a toner cartridge. When you insert a toner  
cartridge, you align the arrow on the toner cartridge label with the position  
mark.  
Toner cartridges in turret  
Each toner cartridge contains a color of toner (cyan, magenta, yellow, or  
black) that is applied to the printout.  
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Photoconductor drum cartridge door handle  
When raised, this handle opens the photoconductor drum cartridge door  
so that you can install or replace a photoconductor drum cartridge.  
Turret rotation knob  
When pushed and turned, this knob rotates the turret so that you can  
replace the toner cartridge.  
Serial number label (see below)  
The serial number label identifies the printer. You see the serial number  
label when you open the feeder access door. Do not remove this label.  
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Identifying Parts on the Density Control Panel  
This section helps you identify each part of the density control panel.  
You rarely will need to use the density control panel. See “Adjusting the Color  
Density” on page 6–22 for some task-specific information.  
The density control panel is on the back of the printer. Shown below are the  
parts of the density control panel.  
TEST PRINT push button  
Press the TEST PRINT push button to print a test pattern that can be used  
to check the result of a density change.  
ENTER push button  
Press the ENTER push button to accept the density value that is currently  
defined.  
–/+ push buttons  
Press these push buttons to choose a density setting or a test pattern.  
COLOR SELECT push button  
Press the COLOR SELECT push button to choose a color for density  
change.  
Density gauge  
The density gauge shows you the density of the test pattern’s color. (The  
light that is lit shows you the current level.) The default density is indicated  
on the gauge.  
Color Lights (M, C, Y, Bk)  
through  
Each light turns green when you choose the color next to it for density  
change.  
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Turning the Printer On and Off  
This section tells you how to turn the printer on and off. When you turn the  
printer and its connected devices on or off, follow the procedure below.  
Attention:  
Never turn the printer on without a fuser oil bottle and a used toner bottle installed.  
Turning the Printer On  
Use the following procedure to turn on power to the printer.  
1. Turn on any devices connected to the printer (such as a SCSI hard drive  
or CD ROM).  
2. Press the power switch to turn on the printer (the switch remains pressed).  
3. Turn on the host computer.  
Note: If you see an error message after you turn on the printer, see  
“Understanding POST Error Messages” on page 7–2 to learn what  
to do.  
Turning the Printer Off  
Attention:  
Never turn off the printer while it is printing. If power to the printer is accidentally lost,  
open the paper jam clearance areas (see “Clearing Paper Jams” on page 6–3) and  
remove any paper left inside before turning on the printer again.  
Use the following procedure to turn off power to the printer.  
1. Turn off the host computer.  
2. Turn off any devices connected to the printer (such as a SCSI hard drive  
or CD ROM).  
3. Press the power switch to turn off the printer (the switch is released).  
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Resetting the Printer  
Use the following procedure to reset the printer.  
1. Turn off the printer.  
2. Wait 5 seconds or more before you turn the printer on again.  
3. Turn on the printer.  
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Choosing Paper  
This section gives you the specifications for paper you should use and paper  
you should not use in the printer. Using a good quality of paper ensures the  
best print quality, prevents paper jams, and reduces the amount of  
maintenance needed.  
Note: Not all print media can be used in this printer. Always print a few pages  
before you buy a large quantity of paper. IBM recommends that you use  
IBM paper for the best printing results. Envelopes and labels are not  
recommended.  
Paper You Should Use  
The following table gives you specifications for paper you should use in the  
printer.  
Paper Specifications  
Source  
Paper  
Size  
Weight  
Capacity  
2
216 × 356 mm to 184 × 267 mm 60 to 90 g/m  
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)  
Up to a 25-mm stack  
height (approximately  
Tray 1 or tray  
2
2
Plain  
Legal (8.5 × 14 inches)  
250 sheets of 80 g/m  
A4 (210 × 297 mm)  
paper)  
JIS B5 (182 × 257 mm)  
2
216 × 356 mm to 184 × 267 mm 60 to 105 g/m  
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)  
Up to a 10-mm stack  
height (approximately  
2
Plain  
Legal (8.5 × 14 inches)  
100 sheets of 80 g/m  
A4 (210 × 297 mm)  
paper)  
Auxiliary tray  
JIS B5 (182 × 257 mm)  
Letter (8.5 × 11 inches)  
A4 (210 × 297 mm)  
Approximately 20  
sheets  
Transparencies  
Paper You Should Not Use  
This section lists the kinds of paper that you should not use in the printer.  
Do not use paper that easily causes paper jams. Examples are:  
• Labels  
• Envelopes  
• Paper that is too thick or too thin  
• Wet paper  
• Highly textured or rough paper  
• Curled, creased, or damaged paper  
• Nonrectangular paper such as aerograms  
• Paper with cutouts or perforations such as 3-hole-punched paper  
• Paper with an irregular shape  
• Paper with wrinkles or rips  
• Paper with special coating  
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During the fusing process, paper is exposed to high temperatures. Do not use  
paper that is affected by high temperatures. Examples are:  
• Thermal paper  
• Paper whose surface cannot hold the toner at high temperature  
• Preprinted paper containing ink that deteriorates at high temperatures (for  
example, invoices and preprinted forms)  
• Adhesive paper  
Attention:  
Paper that changes or deteriorates at high temperatures can damage this printer.  
Check preprinted paper and coated paper to make sure that it meets the heat-  
compatibility specifications before printing on it.  
Do not use paper that could damage the printer. Examples are:  
• Carbon paper  
• Paper with staples, ribbons, tape, or other material stuck to it  
• Paper on which one side is already printed  
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Understanding the Printable Area on a Page  
This section shows you the area of a page on which you can print.  
The shaded part of the figure below shows you the printable area on a sheet  
of paper or transparency. The table that follows the figure gives you the  
measurements for the border width of different sizes of paper.  
Direction of Feed  
Border Width  
Size  
A
B
C
D
Letter, legal, A4, and JIS B5 (mm)  
Letter, legal, A4, and JIS B5 (inches)  
10.0  
0.4  
5.0  
0.2  
5.0  
0.2  
5.0  
0.2  
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Handling and Storing Paper and Transparencies  
This section tells you how to handle paper, store it, store printouts, and handle  
transparencies for the best print quality.  
Handling and Storing Paper  
Paper that you handle and store correctly is in the best shape for printing.  
Follow these guidelines for handling and storing paper.  
• Store unused paper in its wrapping to protect the paper against humidity.  
• Do not store the paper directly on the floor. The floor is usually humid.  
• If the storage place is humid, use a specially designed storage box for the  
paper.  
• Store paper on a flat surface to prevent it from curling.  
• Do not stack the paper too high. Doing so may make it curl.  
• Do not expose the paper to direct sunlight or a humid environment.  
• If you move the paper to a place with a different temperature, leave the paper  
there for 24 hours before using it. Otherwise, the paper may curl or wrinkle.  
• Make sure that the paper meets the printer’s specifications (see “Choosing  
Paper” on page 2–2) and that it has been in the printer environment for at  
least 24 hours before you use it. This is especially important if you are in a  
climate with high humidity.  
Handling and Storing Printouts  
Follow these guidelines for handling and storing color printouts.  
• The color on a printout hardly fades under normal room light. But if you plan  
to keep the color printouts for more than 2 years, put them in a binder.  
(Sometimes the color appears to change when, in fact, it is a color change  
in the paper itself.)  
• Do not store color printouts together with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) materials,  
such as clear holders. The toner may melt, causing the paper and the PVC  
materials to stick together.  
• Use only nonsolvent glues to glue color printouts together.  
• Solvents in glue may dissolve the toner. Before using a glue, test it on  
unwanted printouts.  
• Before inserting any color printout between printouts, make sure the pages  
are completely dry. If they are not dry, the ink may cause the toner to melt.  
• Store color printouts flat. If they are folded or wrinkled, the toner may come  
off.  
• Store color printouts at normal temperature. High temperature causes the  
toner to melt and the colors to mix.  
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Handling Transparencies  
IBM recommends that you use IBM transparencies for the best printing  
quality. Follow these guidelines for handling transparencies:  
• Use IBM color transparencies only with IBM color printers. These  
transparencies are designed exclusively for color laser printers.  
• Pick up each printed transparency as soon as it comes out of the printer to  
prevent the next sheet from jamming.  
• Make sure no fuser oil gets on a transparency. Printing on a transparency  
that has fuser oil on it may result in poor print quality.  
• When you tap the transparencies to avoid multiple feeds, be careful not to  
scratch the films or leave fingerprints on the print sides. (If you look at a  
transparency with its white marker positioned on the upper right side, the  
side facing away from you is the print side.)  
• This printer accepts short-edge feed (SEF) feed only.  
• Avoid high temperatures and high humidity. Be sure to store any remaining  
transparencies in their protective bags.  
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Loading Paper  
This section tells you how to load paper in tray 1, tray 2, and the auxiliary tray.  
Follow these guidelines when you load paper:  
• Make sure that the paper meets the printer’s specifications (see “Choosing  
Paper” on page 2–2) and that it has been in the printer environment for at  
least 24 hours before you use it. (This is especially important if you are in a  
climate with high humidity.)  
• Do not load transparencies in tray 1 or tray 2. Use the auxiliary tray instead.  
Loading Paper in Tray 1 and Tray 2  
Tray 1 and tray 2 can each hold approximately 250 sheets of plain paper (at  
80 g/m2). Paper sizes you can use are letter, legal, A4, and JIS B5.  
Tray 1 and tray 2 each have a paper amount indicator that shows you how  
much paper remains. The blue bar on the paper amount indicator gradually  
goes out of view as paper runs out. When the blue bar has completely  
disappeared, it is time to refill the tray.  
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Use the following procedure to load paper into either tray 1 or tray 2.  
1. Push up the handle on the underside of the tray and pull out the tray (tray 1  
is shown here).  
2. Press the release button and slide the paper-width guide to the size of  
paper to be loaded. Release the button to lock the guide in place. Where  
you set the paper-width guide determines how the printer knows what size  
of paper is in the tray. Make sure that the paper-width-guide setting  
matches the size of paper to be loaded.  
Note: If there is paper in the tray already, you must remove it before adjusting  
the paper-width guide.  
3. Lift the paper-length guide slightly and slide it to select the paper length  
that you want. Release the guide to lock it in place.  
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4. Set the paper-size indicator on the front of the tray to match the paper size  
you loaded (for example, LTR for letter-size paper). This helps you and  
others identify the size of paper in the tray.  
5. Load the paper.  
a. Fan out small stacks of paper to lessen the chance of feeding problems.  
b. Put the tray on a flat surface. Then load a stack of paper into the tray  
with the print side facing up and the bottom edge going first into the tray.  
Note: For the best print quality, put the print side (as marked on the paper  
wrapper) face up.  
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c. Make sure the paper stack does not go above the paper-limit mark.  
6. Press down on the paper so that it is anchored under the 2 retaining clips.  
7. Align the tray so that it lines up with the rails inside the paper feeder.  
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8. Press the handle on the underside of the tray upward and slide the tray all  
the way into the paper feeder until the tray snaps into place.  
The tray is now ready to supply paper.  
Loading Paper in the Auxiliary Tray  
The auxiliary tray holds approximately 100 sheets of paper at 80 g/m2. You  
can use letter, legal, A4, or JIS B5-size paper and letter- and A4-size  
transparencies. You can close the tray when it is not in use, making the printer  
very compact.  
Opening the Auxiliary Tray  
Use the following procedure to open the auxiliary tray.  
1. Pull on the latch to open the auxiliary tray.  
2. Pull out the extension tray and then gently press down to lock it.  
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Loading Paper in the Auxiliary Tray  
Note: Make sure that the paper meets the printer’s specifications (see  
“Choosing Paper” on page 2–2) and that it has been in the printer  
environment for at least 24 hours before you use it. (This is especially  
important if you are in a climate with high humidity.)  
Use the following procedure to load paper in the auxiliary tray.  
1. Adjust the paper guides to the paper size you want.  
2. Tap a stack of paper on a flat surface to align its edges.  
3. Insert the paper stack as far as it can go into the printer. Make sure that the  
print side faces down and the top of the page goes into the printer first.  
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4. Check that the paper stack does not go above the paper-limit mark.  
Avoid pressing or applying excessive force to the auxiliary tray.  
The auxiliary tray is now ready to supply paper.  
Follow these guidelines for loading paper.  
1. Load the auxiliary tray with only one size of paper at a time.  
2. Add paper to the auxiliary tray only when it is completely empty.  
Otherwise, you may cause the paper to feed incorrectly or to jam.  
3. If printouts come out of the printer curled, you may be able to correct  
the problem by reversing the paper stack in the auxiliary tray so that  
the bottom of the stack faces up.  
4. Avoid setting the paper guides so tightly that the paper stack bends.  
5. Avoid setting the paper guides so loosely that the paper stack is not  
evenly aligned.  
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6. Avoid setting the paper guides so loosely that there is space between  
the guides and the paper.  
7. Align the paper in the tray so that it is straight.  
Loading Transparencies in the Auxiliary Tray  
Load transparencies only in the auxiliary tray. You can load approximately 20  
sheets at a time.  
IBM recommends that you use only IBM transparencies for the best print  
quality. For ordering details, see “Ordering Supplies” on page 1–4, or contact  
your IBM service representative or authorized service dealer.  
Remember that you can use only letter- or A4-size transparencies in this  
printer.  
Transparencies have the following positioning markers to help you insert them  
correctly.  
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When you load transparencies, position each sheet so that the white  
positioning marker (triangle) is on the upper right side. In this position, the print  
side is the back side.  
Use the following procedure to load transparencies.  
1. Adjust the paper guides to accept transparencies (letter or A4 size).  
2. With the white positioning marker on the upper right side, tap a stack of  
transparencies on a flat surface to align its edges. When you tap, try to hold  
the edges of the transparencies and do not touch the print sides.  
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3. Before you load the transparencies, fan out small stacks of them to lessen  
the chance of feeding problems. Be careful not to scratch the transparency  
or leave fingerprints on the print sides.  
4. Position each sheet so that the white positioning marker is on the upper  
right side and push it as far as it can go into the printer.  
5. Check that you have not gone above the paper limit mark.  
The auxiliary tray is now ready to supply transparencies.  
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Closing the Auxiliary Tray  
Use the following procedure to close the auxiliary tray.  
1. Lift the end of the extension tray slightly and push it into the auxiliary tray.  
2. Close the auxiliary tray.  
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Choosing the Paper Output Tray  
The printer has two methods of delivering paper. Which one you use depends  
on the paper type, the size of the document, or if you want your document  
collated. This section tells you how to use the side output tray and the top  
output tray.  
Using the Side Output Tray  
If the side output tray is open, printouts are delivered faceup into the tray. Use  
this delivery method for normal printing and when you print on heavy-weight  
paper. In contrast, if the side output tray is closed, printouts are delivered  
facedown into the top output tray (see “Using the Top Output Tray” on page  
3–15).  
The side output tray can hold 20 sheets of paper.  
Note: When you print transparencies into the side output tray, be sure to  
remove each sheet as it is delivered into the tray. This lessens the  
chance of curling and jams.  
Opening the Side Output Tray  
Use the following procedure to open the side output tray.  
1. Lift the latch to open the side output tray and pull the tray down.  
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2. Pull on the extension tray grip to pull out the tray.  
Closing the Side Output Tray  
Use the following procedure to close the side output tray.  
1. Push in the extension tray.  
2. Close the side output tray until it snaps into place.  
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Using the Top Output Tray  
If you want to direct printouts into the top output tray, close the side output  
tray. Printouts then come into the top output tray facedown and stacked in  
order. This is handy when you want to collate your documents. Also, if you  
print large jobs, use the top output tray because it holds up to 100 sheets of  
paper at 80 g/m2.  
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This chapter tells you how the operator panel works and how to use menus on  
the display panel.  
This chapter covers the following topics:  
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Identifying Each Part of the Operator Panel  
This section identifies the parts of the operator panel. Use the lights and push  
buttons on the operator panel to control the printer and to learn its status.  
Following is an illustration of the operator panel and a description of each of its  
parts.  
through  
Lights  
Power  
The Power light is green. When it is lit, the printer is on.  
Busy  
The Busy light is green. When it is lit, the printer is processing or printing  
a job.  
Attention  
The Attention light is yellow. It flashes to alert you to an error or warning  
condition.  
Online Push Button and Light  
Press the Online push button to take the printer online or offline. Online  
means that the printer is communicating with the network. Offline means that  
the printer is not communicating with the network.  
When you take the printer offline,  
• A job that is printing finishes printing before the printer goes offline.  
• A job that is spooling to a queue finishes spooling before the printer goes  
offline.  
• The printer does not accept jobs to be spooled or printed.  
Press the Online push button to take the printer online again.  
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The Online light shows the status of the printer. This table tells you what each  
kind of Online light means.  
Light  
What it means  
Solid green  
The printer is processing or printing a job or communicating  
with a remote computer (for example, through the printer  
Spooler utility).  
Flashing green  
Off  
The printer is preparing to go offline.  
The printer is offline or is starting up.  
Cancel Push Button  
Press the Cancel push button to stop printing the current job. If no job is  
printing, pressing the Cancel push button deletes the oldest job from the  
printer’s queue.  
Display Panel  
The display panel tells you about the status of the printer, shows menu  
information, and enables you to view and edit information to configure the  
printer.  
You can see three types of messages on the display panel: error messages,  
status messages, and warning messages. See Chapter 7, “Understanding  
Operator Messages,” for a description of each of these message types.  
through  
Control Push Buttons  
Menu  
Press the Menu push button to see menus on the display panel.  
This table shows you the relationship between the online/offline status and  
the function of the Menu push button.  
When you are...  
Press the Menu push button to...  
Online  
Access the Print Pages menu  
Enter the Setup menu  
Exit the Setup menu  
Offline and not in any menu  
Offline at the top level of a menu  
Inside a menu, displaying an item Go up 1 level in the menu structure  
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Enter  
Use the Enter push button as shown in the following table.  
When you...  
Press the Enter push button to...  
See the Attention light flash but  
there is no error message on the  
display panel  
See 1 or more warning messages  
See warning messages on the  
display panel  
See the current status message  
See a Setup menu  
Choose the menu on line 2 of the display  
panel and access the next level of menus  
See a menu setting  
Make that setting the current one. The  
current setting has an asterisk (*) in  
column 1 of the display. When you exit the  
Setup menu, answer YES to the SAVE  
CHANGES message to save that setting.  
Menu Scrolling  
These arrows are called the Menu Scrolling push buttons in this  
publication. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons to scroll through a  
menu and the settings in a menu. The up push button () shows the  
previous menu or setting; the down push button () shows the next menu  
or setting.  
If you see a warning message with a (+) in the rightmost column of the  
display, you also can use these push buttons to display additional warning  
messages.  
Cursor Position  
These arrows are called the Cursor Position push buttons in this  
publication. Use the Cursor Position push buttons to enter text and  
numbers for some menu settings (such as a password or a numeric  
setting). The right push button () moves the cursor one position to the  
right. The left push button ( ) moves the cursor one position to the left.  
Paper Source Lights  
The paper source lights show whether the paper is coming from tray 1, tray 2,  
or the auxiliary tray.  
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Canceling a Print Job  
This section tells you how to cancel a print job.  
Press the Cancel push button to cancel the job that is currently printing. If no  
job is printing, Cancel removes the job being processed (the oldest job). You  
must be online for Cancel to work.  
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Understanding the Menus  
This section tells you how to navigate and choose from the menus you see on  
the display panel. The menu groups, menus, and items in a menu are shown  
in the table below.  
Menu Group  
Menu  
Item  
HELP MAP  
JOB LOG  
CONFIGURATION  
TEST PAGE  
COLOR PAGES  
ERROR LOG  
FUSER TEST PAGE  
FONT PAGE  
ONLINE  
PRINT PAGES  
ENGLISH (default)  
FRANÇAIS  
DEUTSCH  
ITALIANO  
ESPAÑOL  
PORTUGUES  
NEDERLANDS  
NORSK  
LANGUAGE  
SVENSKA  
DANSK  
SUOMI  
PRINTER SETUP  
QUEUE SETUP  
CLEAR LOG/QUEUES  
SYSTEM SETUP  
NETWORK SETUP  
RUN SETUP  
PAPER SOURCE  
PAPER SIZE  
COLOR MODE  
OFFLINE  
PRINTER SETUP  
PRINT COVER PAGE  
PRINT TO PSERROR  
PRINT START PAGE  
This menu is used by the system  
administrator. See the Administrator’s  
Guide.  
QUEUE SETUP  
This menu is used by the system  
administrator. See the Administrator’s  
Guide.  
CLEAR LOG/QUEUES  
PRINTER NAME  
DATE  
SYSTEM TIME  
CHANGE PASSWORD  
POWER SVNGS  
SYSTEM SETUP  
This menu is used by the system  
administrator. See the Administrator’s  
Guide.  
NETWORK SETUP  
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Navigating the Menus  
Use the following procedure to navigate the menus.  
1. Choose the online or offline menu group by toggling the Online push  
button between online and offline. Use the table below to find the menu you  
want.  
Menu Group  
Menu  
Where to Find an Explanation  
ONLINE  
PRINT PAGES  
RUN SETUP  
LANGUAGE  
OFFLINE  
2. Press the Menu push button.  
3. Press the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the items. If  
you continue to hold down a Menu Scrolling push button, the scrolling  
speeds up.  
4. When you see the item you want, press the Enter push button to go to the  
next menu level.  
5. Choose a menu setting (see “Choosing a Menu Setting” on page 4–7) and  
press the Enter push button. You see the next item, if any.  
Choosing a Menu Setting  
To choose a menu setting, do one of the following:  
1. Choose from the settings you see on the display panel. An example is  
when you use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to show you YES or  
NO and then you press the Enter push button to choose the setting that you  
see on the display panel.  
2. Enter a setting 1 character at a time (such as a password or printer name).  
a. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to choose the first  
alphanumeric character you want on the second line of the display  
panel. You can use capital letters, small letters, and numerals.  
b. Use the right Cursor Position push button () to advance the cursor  
to the next character position.  
If you need to correct a character in a previous character position, use  
the left Cursor Position push button ( ) to move the cursor to the  
position you want to correct.  
c. Repeat step a and step b for each character you want.  
d. When you finish, press the Enter push button.  
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Using the Online Menu (Print Pages Menu)  
The online menu consists of the Print Pages menu. The Print Pages menu  
allows you to print information stored in the printer to help solve problems and  
to see the printer’s configuration.  
The Help Map and the configuration page give you valuable information about  
using the printer. Print these pages and keep them near the printer.  
If you need to call for service, make sure that you have a configuration page  
available to help you tell the service representative about the printer.  
Accessing the Print Pages Menu  
Use the following procedure to access the Print Pages menu.  
1. Check that the printer is online (the Online light is on). If the printer is not  
online, press the Online push button.  
2. Check that the Attention light is not on. If it is, see Chapter 7,  
“Understanding Operator Messages,” and take appropriate action.  
3. Press the Menu push button. You see PRINT PAGES on the first line of the  
display panel.  
Print Pages Menu  
This table shows you the items in the Print Pages menu and tells you where to  
find an explanation of each item.  
Print Pages Menu  
Item  
Where to Find an Explanation  
HELP MAP  
JOB LOG  
CONFIGURATION  
Prints a configuration page. See “Printing a Configuration  
TEST PAGE  
COLOR PAGES  
FONT PAGE  
ERROR LOG  
These are diagnostic printouts that service personnel may  
ask you to print.  
FUSER TEST PAGE  
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Printing the Help Map  
Use the following procedure to print the Help Map. This map tells you about  
the operator panel, push buttons, and panel lights and lists all the menus.  
1. Go to the Print Pages menu (see “Accessing the Print Pages Menu” on  
2. When you choose the Print Pages menu, you see HELP MAP on the second  
line of the display panel.  
3. Press the Enter push button. Several messages appear on the display  
panel that tell you what the printer is doing until the Help Map is printed.  
4. You see READY when the print job is finished.  
Printing a Job Log  
Use the following procedure to print a job log of the last 40 jobs. The log  
includes information such as user name, document name, time and date  
printed, and number of pages printed for each job.  
1. Go to the Print Pages menu (see “Accessing the Print Pages Menu” on  
2. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the Print  
Pages menu until you see JOB LOG on the second line of the display panel.  
3. Press the Enter push button. Several messages appear on the display  
panel that tell you what the printer is doing until the Job Log is printed.  
4. You see READY when the print job is finished.  
Printing a Configuration Page  
Use the following procedure to print a configuration page listing the current  
server and printer configuration. This page shows you the settings for the  
Printer, Queue, Job Log, and Network Setup menus (see “Offline Menus” on  
page 4–11) and shows you the total print count.  
1. Go to the Print Pages menu (see “Accessing the Print Pages Menu” on  
2. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the Print  
Pages menu until you see CONFIGURATION on the second line of the display  
panel.  
3. Press the Enter push button. Several messages appear on the display  
panel that tell you what the printer is doing until the configuration page is  
printed.  
4. You see READY when the print job is finished.  
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Printing a Test Page  
Use the following procedure to print a test page. This page shows you  
samples of color and grayscale that you can use to determine whether or not  
you are printing correctly from an application. The test page also shows you  
the printer name, printer model, color mode, print count, calibration, memory  
multiplier setting, color-rendering dictionary, and date and time printed.  
1. Go to the Print Pages menu (see “Accessing the Print Pages Menu” on  
2. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the Print  
Pages menu until you see TEST PAGE on the second line of the display  
panel.  
3. Press the Enter push button. Several messages appear on the display  
panel that tell you what the printer is doing until the test page is printed.  
4. You see READY when the print job is finished.  
Printing the Color Pages  
Use the following procedure to print the color pages. These pages display the  
RGB, CMYK, and Pantone colors available from the printer. Use these pages  
to help you choose colors when working with illustration and desktop  
publishing software applications.  
1. Go to the Print Pages menu (see “Accessing the Print Pages Menu” on  
2. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the Print  
Pages menu until you see COLOR PAGES on the second line of the display  
panel.  
3. Press the Enter push button. Several messages appear on the display  
panel that tell you what the printer is doing until the color pages are printed.  
4. You see READY when the print job is finished.  
Printing the Font Page  
Use the following procedure to print the font page. This page shows the  
PostScript fonts that are resident in the printer.  
1. Go to the Print Pages menu (see “Accessing the Print Pages Menu” on  
2. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the Print  
Pages menu until you see FONT PAGE on the second line of the display  
panel.  
3. Press the Enter push button. Several messages appear on the display  
panel that tell you what the printer is doing until the font page is printed.  
4. You see READY when the print job is finished.  
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Using the Offline Menus  
Use the offline menu group to define the printer’s default settings. From the  
offline menu group, choose the Run Setup or Language menu. From these  
menus, access menus such as Printer Setup or System Setup. (See the table  
Because some of the offline menus are for your system administrator to use,  
they are covered in the Administrator’s Guide.  
Note: If your system administrator has assigned a password for the Run Setup  
menus, you need that password to use the menus.  
Offline Menus  
This table shows you the menus you can access from the offline menu group  
and explains how to use them.  
Offline Menus  
Menu  
Item  
Function  
Use to specify the way print jobs are  
managed on the printer, such as  
setting the paper size or printing a  
PRINTER SETUP  
Use to enable or disable print queues  
and to specify how or if print jobs are  
queued. See the Administrator’s  
Guide for more information.  
QUEUE SETUP  
Use to specify whether or not the Job  
Log should print automatically and be  
cleared automatically. See the  
Administrator’s Guide for more  
information.  
JOB LOG SETUP  
RUN SETUP  
Use to erase the Job Log and any  
jobs stored in the printer queues. See  
the Administrator’s Guide for more  
information.  
CLEAR LOG/QUEUES  
SYSTEM SETUP  
Use to specify the printer system  
settings, such as time, date, and  
printer name. See “Using the System  
Use to activate and configure network  
systems that transfer jobs to the  
printer. See the Administrator’s Guide  
for more information.  
NETWORK SETUP  
EXIT SETUP  
Use to exit the setup menus and save  
any changes that you made.  
Use to choose the language of the  
text on the display panel. See  
LANGUAGE  
Choice of languages  
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Accessing the Offline Menus  
Use the following procedure to access the offline menus.  
1. Check that the printer is offline (the Online light is not on). If the printer is  
not offline, press the Online push button.  
Note: If the printer is communicating with a utility when you take it offline,  
the printer remains in an “offline pending” state until the utility is  
disengaged.  
2. Press the Menu push button. You see SELECT FUNCTION on the first line of  
the display panel.  
3. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the items until  
you see the one you want. Press the Enter push button to select the item  
that you want.  
For more information on the menus, see the table under “Understanding the  
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Entering a Password  
If your system administrator has assigned a password for the Run Setup  
menus, use the following procedure to enter that password.  
1. When a password is required, you see ENTER PASSWORD on the display  
panel. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to set the first  
alphanumeric character of the password on the second line of the display  
panel.  
2. Use the right Cursor Position push button () to advance the cursor to  
the next character position.  
3. Repeat step 1 and step 2 for each character in the password.  
4. When you finish entering the password, press the Enter push button.  
a. If you entered the right password, you see PRINTER SETUP on the  
second line of the display panel.  
b. If you entered a wrong password, you see PASSWORD INCORRECT on the  
display panel. Press the Enter push button. You see TRY AGAIN on line  
1. Press the Enter push button and repeat step 1 through step 4.  
Deleting a Password  
If you forget the password or no longer want to use one, use the following  
procedure to delete the password.  
1. Turn off the printer.  
2. Turn on the printer.  
3. Watch closely to see the message PRESS MENU FOR SETUP on the display  
panel. When you see the message, press the up and down Menu  
Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) at the same time.  
4. You see on the display panel DELETING SETTINGS... and PLEASE WAIT,  
STARTING UP. When the printer completes its startup procedure, you may  
access the offline menus to set a new password (see “Changing the  
Password” on page 4–21) or return to a READY state.  
Changing a Password  
See “Changing the Password” on page 4–21 for information about how to  
change a password.  
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Using the Printer Setup Menu  
Use this menu to set commonly used printer specifications such as paper size  
and paper source.  
Accessing the Printer Setup Menu  
Use the following procedure to access the Printer Setup menu.  
1. Check that the printer is offline (the Online light is not on). If the printer is  
not offline, press the Online push button.  
2. Press the Menu push button. You see SELECT FUNCTION on the first line of  
the display panel and RUN SETUP on the second line.  
3. Press the Enter push button. If your system administrator has set a  
password for the Run Setup menu, you must enter that password now. See  
4. You see SETUP MENU on the first line of the display panel and PRINTER  
SETUP on the second line.  
5. Press the Enter push button. PRINTER SETUP moves to the first line of the  
display panel, and you see PAPER SOURCE on the second line.  
Printer Setup Menu  
This table shows you the items on the Printer Setup menu and tells you where  
to find an explanation of each item.  
Printer Setup Menu Items  
Item  
Where to Find an Explanation  
PAPER SOURCE  
PAPER SIZE  
COLOR MODE  
PRINT COVER PAGE  
PRINT TO PSERROR  
PRINT START PAGE  
Choosing the Paper Source  
Note: The setting you choose here is used only for jobs that do not specify a  
paper source.  
Use the following procedure to choose the paper source that feeds the printer.  
1. Go to the Printer Setup menu (see “Accessing the Printer Setup Menu” on  
2. When you choose the Printer Setup menu, you see PAPER SOURCE on the  
second line of the display panel.  
3. Press the Enter push button. PAPER SOURCE moves up to the first line of  
the display panel and you see TRAY 1 on the second line of the display  
panel.  
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4. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the available  
settings, TRAY 1, TRAY 2, AUXILIARY TRAY, or AUTO SELECT. If you choose  
AUTO SELECT and if tray 1 or tray 2 runs out of paper, the printer feeds  
paper from the other tray (tray 1 or tray 2) that matches the paper size in  
the tray that ran out. TRAY 1 is the default.  
5. When you see the setting you want, press the Enter push button.  
6. Press the Menu push button 3 times. You see EXIT SETUP on the first line  
of the display panel and the default setting, NO, on the second line.  
7. Press the down Menu Scrolling push button () to see YES on the second  
line.  
8. Press the Enter push button. You see SAVE CHANGES on the first line of the  
display panel and the default setting, YES, on the second line. Press the  
Enter push button to save the changes.  
Choosing the Paper Size  
Note: The setting you choose here is used only for jobs that do not specify a  
paper size.  
Use the following procedure to choose the size of paper to print on.  
1. Go to the Printer Setup menu (see “Accessing the Printer Setup Menu” on  
2. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the items until  
you see PAPER SIZE on the second line of the display panel.  
3. Press the Enter push button. PAPER SIZE moves up to the first line of the  
display panel and you see LETTER on the second line of the display panel.  
4. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the available  
settings. You can choose to print on the following paper sizes:  
– English paper sizes (LETTER [8.5 x 11 inch] or LEGAL [8.5 x 14 inch])  
– metric (ISO) paper sizes (A4 [210 x 297 mm] or JIS B5 [182 x 277 mm]).  
The default paper size is LETTER. For transparencies, you can choose only  
LETTER or A4.  
5. When you see the setting you want, press the Enter push button.  
6. Press the Menu push button 3 times. You see EXIT SETUP on the first line  
of the display panel and the default setting, NO, on the second line.  
7. Press the down Menu Scrolling push button () to see YES on the second  
line.  
8. Press the Enter push button. You see SAVE CHANGES on the first line of the  
display panel and the default setting, YES, on the second line. Press the  
Enter push button to save the changes.  
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Choosing the Color Mode  
Note: The setting you choose here is used only for jobs that do not specify a  
color mode.  
Use the following procedure to choose whether to print color or grayscale  
images.  
1. Go to the Printer Setup menu (see “Accessing the Printer Setup Menu” on  
2. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the items until  
you see COLOR MODE on the second line of the display panel.  
3. Press the Enter push button. COLOR MODE moves up to the first line of the  
display panel and you see CMYK on the second line of the display panel.  
4. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the available  
settings, CMYK or GRAYSCALE. CMYK is the default.  
5. When you see the setting you want, press the Enter push button.  
6. Press the Menu push button 3 times. You see EXIT SETUP on the first line  
of the display panel and the default setting, NO, on the second line.  
7. Press the down Menu Scrolling push button () to see YES on the second  
line.  
8. Press the Enter push button. You see SAVE CHANGES on the first line of the  
display panel and the default setting, YES, on the second line. Press the  
Enter push button to save the changes.  
Choosing to Print a Cover Page  
Use the following procedure to choose whether or not the printer prints a cover  
page. If you choose to print a cover page, each print job is preceded by a job  
summary page that shows the name of the user who sent the job, the  
document name, the printer name, the time the job was printed, the number of  
pages printed, and the status of the job.  
1. Go to the Printer Setup menu (see “Accessing the Printer Setup Menu” on  
2. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the items until  
you see PRINT COVER PAGE on the second line of the display panel.  
3. Press the Enter push button. PRINT COVER PAGE moves up to the first line  
of the display panel and you see NO on the second line of the display panel.  
4. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the available  
settings, YES and NO. NO is the default to save printing time and paper.  
Note: If you set this and the PRINT TO PSERROR setting to YES, when there  
is a PostScript error, the error message is printed on the cover  
page.  
5. When you see the setting you want, press the Enter push button.  
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6. Press the Menu push button 3 times. You see EXIT SETUP on the first line  
of the display panel and the default setting, NO, on the second line.  
7. Press the down Menu Scrolling push button () to see YES on the second  
line.  
8. Press the Enter push button. You see SAVE CHANGES on the first line of the  
display panel and the default setting, YES, on the second line. Press the  
Enter push button to save the changes.  
Choosing to Print When There Is a PostScript Error  
Use the following procedure to choose whether or not the printer prints the  
available portion of a print job when there is a PostScript error.  
1. Go to the Printer Setup menu (see “Accessing the Printer Setup Menu” on  
2. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the items until  
you see PRINT TO PSERROR on the second line of the display panel.  
3. Press the Enter push button. PRINT TO PSERROR moves up to the first line  
of the display panel and you see NO on the second line of the display panel.  
4. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the available  
settings, YES and NO. Choose YES to print the portion of the job processed  
before the error. Choose NO to cancel printing when there is a PostScript  
error. NO is the default.  
Notes:  
1. If you have trouble printing a PostScript job, consider setting PRINT TO  
PSERROR to YES. This allows you to see where the job stopped and  
the PostScript error near the last page printed.  
2. If you print large PostScript jobs, consider setting PRINT TO PSERROR  
to NO. A large PostScript job might stop after 2/3 of the job is finished  
and tie up the printer.  
3. If you set both the PRINT TO PSERROR and the PRINT COVER PAGE  
settings to YES, the PostScript error message is printed on the cover  
page as the job status.  
5. When you see the setting you want, press the Enter push button.  
6. Press the Menu push button 3 times. You see EXIT SETUP on the first line  
of the display panel and the default setting, NO, on the second line.  
7. Press the down Menu Scrolling push button () to see YES on the second  
line.  
8. Press the Enter push button. You see SAVE CHANGES on the first line of the  
display panel and the default setting, YES, on the second line. Press the  
Enter push button to save the changes.  
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Choosing to Print a Start Page  
Use the following procedure to choose whether or not the printer prints a start  
page when you turn the power on. The start page shows the current date, last  
calibration date, color mode and printer mode, amount of memory installed in  
the printer, network protocols enabled, and connections enabled.  
1. Go to the Printer Setup menu (see “Accessing the Printer Setup Menu” on  
2. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the items until  
you see PRINT START PAGE on the second line of the display panel.  
3. Press the Enter push button. PRINT START PAGE moves up to the first line  
of the display panel and you see YES on the second line of the display panel  
4. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the available  
settings, YES and NO. YES is the default.  
5. When you see the setting you want, press the Enter push button.  
6. Press the Menu push button 3 times. You see EXIT SETUP on the first line  
of the display panel and the default setting, NO, on the second line.  
7. Press the down Menu Scrolling push button () to see YES on the second  
line.  
8. Press the Enter push button. You see SAVE CHANGES on the first line of the  
display panel and the default setting, YES, on the second line. Press the  
Enter push button to save the changes.  
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Using the System Setup Menu  
Use the System Setup menu to change the printer name, date, and system  
time and to set or change the password and the Power Savings mode. The  
following sections tell you how to use the System Setup menu.  
Accessing the System Setup Menu  
Use the following procedure to access the System Setup menu.  
1. Check that the printer is offline (the Online light is not on). If the printer is  
not offline, press the Online push button.  
2. Press the Menu push button. You see SELECT FUNCTION on the first line of  
the display panel and RUN SETUP on the second line.  
3. Press the Enter push button. If your system administrator has assigned a  
password for the Run Setup menu, enter that password now. See  
4. Press the Enter push button. You see SETUP MENU on the first line of the  
display panel and PRINTER SETUP on the second line.  
5. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the menus  
until you see SYSTEM SETUP.  
6. Press the Enter push button. SYSTEM SETUP moves to the first line of the  
display panel, and you see PRINTER NAME on the second line.  
You are now in the System Setup menu. Read the following sections to learn  
how to use this menu.  
System Setup Menu  
This table shows you the items on the System Setup menu and tells you  
where to find an explanation of each item.  
System Setup Menu Items  
Item  
Where to Find an Explanation  
PRINTER NAME  
Change the printer name. See “Setting the Printer  
DATE (format)  
Change the current date. See “Setting the Time and  
SYSTEM TIME  
Change the current time. See “Setting the Time and  
CHANGE PASSWORD  
POWER SVNGS  
Set or change the password for the printer. See  
Set or change the amount of time that the printer  
remains idle before changing to a low power  
consumption mode (Energy Star). See “Setting the  
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Setting the Printer Name  
Use the following procedure to change the name by which the printer is  
identified on the network. Choose a name that clearly identifies the printer to  
users, such as IBM 4303 Color. The default name is IBMnetcolor.  
1. Access the System Setup menu (see “Accessing the System Setup  
Menu” on page 4–19). You see PRINTER NAME on the second line of the  
display panel.  
2. Press the Enter push button. PRINTER NAME moves up to the first line  
of the display panel and you see the current printer name on the second  
line. Enter the new printer name as follows:  
a. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to change the first  
alphanumeric character of the printer name on the second line of the  
display panel.  
b. Use the right Cursor Position push button () to advance the cursor  
to the next character position.  
c. Repeat step 1 and step 2 for each character in the printer name.  
d. When you finish entering the printer name, press the Enter push  
button.  
3. Press the Menu push button 3 times. You see EXIT SETUP on the first line  
of the display panel and the default setting, NO, on the second line.  
4. Press the down Menu Scrolling push button () to see YES on the  
second line.  
5. Press the Enter push button. You see SAVE CHANGES on the first line of  
the display panel and the default setting, YES, on the second line. Press  
the Enter push button to save the changes.  
Setting the Time and Date  
Use the following procedure to change the current time and date.  
1. Access the System Setup menu (see “Accessing the System Setup  
2. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the items  
until you see DATE on the second line of the display panel.  
3. Press the Enter push button. DATE moves up to the first line of the display  
panel and you see the date that is stored in the printer’s clock on the  
second line. Enter the new date, using the MM/DD/YY (month/day/year)  
format (or the format that applies in your language), as follows:  
a. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to change the first number  
of the date on the second line of the display panel.  
b. Use the right Cursor Position push button () to advance the cursor  
to the next number position.  
c. Repeat step 1 and step 2 for each number in the date.  
4. Press the Enter push button. You see the next menu, SYSTEM TIME, on  
the second line of the display panel.  
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5. Press the Enter push button. SYSTEM TIME moves up to the first line of the  
display panel and you see the system time that is stored on the printer’s  
clock on the second line. Enter the new time, based on the 24-hour clock,  
in the form HH:MM (hours:minutes) as follows:  
a. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to change the first number  
of the time on the second line of the display panel.  
b. Use the right Cursor Position push button () to advance the cursor  
to the next number position.  
c. Repeat step 1 and step 2 for each number in the time.  
6. Press the Menu push button 3 times. You see EXIT SETUP on the first line  
of the display panel and the default setting, NO, on the second line.  
7. Press the down Menu Scrolling push button () to see YES on the  
second line.  
8. Press the Enter push button. You see SAVE CHANGES on the first line of  
the display panel and the default setting, YES, on the second line. Press  
the Enter push button to save the changes.  
Changing the Password  
The Change Password menu item enables you to set or change the  
password for the printer. When a password is required, only someone who  
knows the password can use the Run Setup function to change the printer  
settings. In most cases, only the key operator knows the password.  
When the printer is first set up, no password exists. If you want a password to  
be used, you must define it using this menu. If you did not create a password,  
no one is required to enter a password to use the Run Setup menu.  
Use the Change Password function based on who should have access to the  
Setup menu. Access to the Setup menu enables you to choose commonly  
used printer settings such as paper type.  
Remember that if you use the Change Password function to assign a  
password, users who do not know the password cannot use the Setup menu.  
Use the following procedure to set or change a password.  
1. Access the System Setup menu (see “Accessing the System Setup  
2. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the items  
until you see CHANGE PASSWORD on the second line of the display panel.  
3. Press the Enter push button. CHANGEPASSWORD moves up to the first line  
of the display panel and you see NO on the second line. NO is the default.  
4. Press the down Menu Scrolling push button () to display YES on the  
second line of the display panel. Press the Enter push button.  
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5. You see NEW PASSWORD on the first line of the display panel. Enter the  
new password as follows. The password can be any combination of  
letters and numbers up to 20 characters.  
a. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to change the first  
alphanumeric character of the password on the second line of the  
display panel.  
b. Use the right Cursor Position push button () to advance the cursor  
to the next character position.  
c. Repeat step 1 and step 2 for each character in the password.  
d. When you finish entering the password, press the Enter push button.  
6. You see VERIFY PASSWORD on the first line of the display panel. Repeat  
step 5.  
7. If the password you entered in step 6 matches the one you entered in  
step 5, you see PASSWORD CHANGED on the display panel. If not, proceed  
to step 8.  
a. Press the Menu push button 3 times. You see EXIT SETUP on the first  
line of the display panel and the default setting, NO, on the second line.  
b. Press the down Menu Scrolling push button () to see YES on the  
second line.  
c. Press the Enter push button. You see SAVE CHANGES on the first line  
of the display panel and the default setting, YES, on the second line.  
Press the Enter push button to save the changes.  
8. If the password you entered in step 6 does not match the one you entered  
in step 5, you see PASSWORD INCORRECT on the display panel. Press the  
Enter push button. You see TRY AGAIN on the first line of the display panel.  
Press the Enter push button and repeat step 6.  
The new password is effective until you change it again.  
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Setting the Power Savings Mode  
Use the following procedure to set or change the Power Savings mode. The  
Power Savings mode allows you to set the amount of time that the printer  
remains idle before it changes to a low power consumption mode (Energy  
Star). You can set a time from 15–120 minutes in increments of 15 minutes.  
1. Access the System Setup menu (see “Accessing the System Setup  
2. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the items  
until you see POWER SVNGS (M) on the second line of the display panel.  
3. Press the Enter push button. POWER SVNGS moves up to the first line of  
the display panel and you see the current setting on the second line.  
4. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the available  
settings until you see the one that you want. 120 is the default. Press the  
Enter push button.  
5. Press the Menu push button 3 times. You see EXIT SETUP on the first line  
of the display panel and the default setting, NO, on the second line.  
6. Press the down Menu Scrolling push button () to see YES on the  
second line.  
7. Press the Enter push button. You see SAVE CHANGES on the first line of  
the display panel and the default setting, YES, on the second line. Press  
the Enter push button to save the changes.  
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Using the Language Menu  
Use the Language menu to change the language that you see on the display  
panel.  
Changing the Language  
Use the following procedure to change the language.  
1. Check that the printer is offline (the Online light is not on). If the printer is  
not offline, press the Online push button.  
2. Press the Menu push button. You see SELECT FUNCTION on the first line  
of the display panel and RUN SETUP on the second line.  
3. Press the down Menu Scrolling push button (). You see LANGUAGE on  
the second line of the display panel.  
4. Press the Enter push button. LANGUAGE moves up to the first line of the  
display panel and you see the language setting ENGLISH on the second  
line. ENGLISH is the default setting.  
5. Use the Menu Scrolling push buttons (↑↓) to scroll through the list of  
languages until you find the one you want.  
6. Press the Enter push button to choose the language. See the Language  
Menu Settings table below for a list of the available settings.  
7. Press the Menu push button to exit Run Setup.  
Language Menu Settings  
This table lists the languages that you can choose from the Language menu.  
Language Menu Settings  
ENGLISH (default)  
FRANÇAIS  
DEUTSCH  
ITALIANO  
ESPAÑOL  
PORTUGUES  
NEDERLANDS  
NORSK  
SVENSKA  
DANSK  
SUOMI  
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Chapter 5. Replacing Supplies  
This chapter tells you how to replace the printer’s toner cartridge, the used  
toner bottle, the fuser oil bottle, the fuser, and the photoconductor drum  
cartridge. It also tells you how to store and handle toner cartridges.  
This chapter covers the following topics:  
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Storing and Handling Toner Cartridges  
This section tells you how to store and handle toner cartridges. Follow these  
instructions:  
• To avoid temporary problems caused by moisture, allow enough time for  
toner cartridges to stabilize in the printer’s environment.  
• Do not unseal or remove a toner cartridge from its protective package until it  
has reached room temperature (1–2 hours).  
• Do not store the cartridges where they are exposed to direct sunlight.  
• Do not store the cartridges at high temperature or high humidity, or where  
the temperature or humidity can change abruptly.  
• Store the toner cartridges horizontally in a cool, dry place away from sunlight.  
The maximum storage temperature is 30°C (86°F). The maximum storage  
humidity is 80% without condensation.  
• Do not store the cartridges in salty air or where there are corrosive gases  
such as aerosol spray.  
• Remove the cartridges from the printer when you move the printer. Put the  
cartridges in their original protective bags to avoid exposure to light.  
• Do not try to disassemble the cartridges.  
• IBM recommends that you use only genuine IBM toner cartridges designed  
for this printer.  
• The printer uses the rectangular, transparent windows at the top and bottom  
of a toner cartridge to detect the toner level. When you handle a toner  
cartridge, do not touch or scratch the windows. If you do, the toner-level  
detection mechanism may not work correctly.  
• Be sure to replace a used toner cartridge with a cartridge of the same color.  
Never insert a toner cartridge if its color does not match the color markers on  
the turret. If you do, you may have problems printing.  
<2-13> CAUTION:  
<2-9> CAUTION:  
Do not dispose of toner or toner containers in fire. Dispose of these in  
accordance with local regulations.  
This printer may contain materials, either components or consumable supplies,  
that are regulated for disposal. Dispose of all items in accordance with local  
regulations.  
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Ordering Supplies  
To order supplies for the printer, call 1-888-IBM-PRINT in the U.S. and  
Canada. You may also contact your IBM marketing representative for  
information about how to order supplies.  
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Replacing Toner Cartridges  
This section guides you through the following procedures:  
• Removing an old toner cartridge from the printer  
• Installing a new one  
• Recycling the used one  
Follow these instructions when you replace a toner cartridge:  
• When you load a toner cartridge, make sure its color matches the color  
markers on the printer. The printer uses 4 color toner cartridges: cyan,  
magenta, yellow, and black. Each color cartridge has its own holder in the  
printer’s turret.  
• Be sure to insert the cartridges correctly or you may damage the printer. Pull  
the eject handle only when the color markers are fully visible Otherwise, the  
toner cartridge cannot pop out and this may damage the handle.  
• Do not touch the sensing windows on the top and bottom of the cartridge.  
<2-13> CAUTION:  
Do not dispose of toner or toner containers in fire. Dispose of these in  
accordance with local regulations.  
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Removing the Old Cartridge  
Use the following procedure to remove the old toner cartridge from the printer.  
Attention:  
Be careful when you handle toner cartridges. The used toner cartridges have no seal  
so some toner may spill.  
1. Open the front door.  
2. Find the turret rotation knob.  
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3. Use the turret rotation knob as follows:  
a. Push the knob in [1] and turn it clockwise about the distance between  
arrow [1] and arrow [2].  
b. Release the knob [2].  
c. Turn the knob clockwise [3].  
d. When the turret is positioned to release a cartridge, the knob moves  
outward [4] and locks.  
e. When the color markers on the toner cartridge match the color markers  
on the turret, the toner cartridge is positioned for removal.  
4. Make sure that the turret rotation knob is locked and that the color markers  
are fully visible. Pull the eject handle to release the toner cartridge.  
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5. Slide the cartridge out.  
6. Hold the cartridge by the end with the opening seal to avoid getting your  
hands dirty and insert the cartridge into the protective bag that came with  
the new cartridge.  
7. Dispose of the toner cartridge according to local regulations (see  
used cartridge. The toner might leak.  
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Installing a New Cartridge  
Use the following procedure to install a new toner cartridge in the printer.  
1. Find the turret rotation knob and the turret color markers in the illustration  
below.  
Because the printing process requires that the colors be applied in a  
specific order, the placement of each color toner cartridge in the turret is  
important. If you operate the printer with a toner cartridge inserted in the  
wrong order, you will damage the printer. The figure below shows the  
arrangement of the 4 color toner cartridges relative to each other in the  
turret.  
2. The figure below shows the correct alignment of a toner cartridge in the  
turret. When you insert a toner cartridge, make sure that the 2 color  
markers on the toner cartridge line up with the 2 markers on the turret.  
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3. The turret rotation knob turns the turret so that you can insert the correct  
color toner cartridge. Before you insert a toner cartridge, turn the knob and  
notice the opening in the turret. Use the turret rotation knob as follows:  
a. Push the knob in [1] and turn it clockwise about the distance between  
arrow [1] and arrow [2].  
b. Release the knob [2].  
c. Turn the knob clockwise [3]. Notice the rotation of the color markers in  
the turret opening.  
d. When the turret is positioned to accept a cartridge, the knob moves  
outward [4] and locks. The color markers on the turret are fully visible.  
Attention:  
When you handle a toner cartridge, do not touch the sensing window on the top and  
the bottom of the cartridge.  
4. Remove a new toner cartridge from its protective bag.  
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5. Hold the cartridge as shown below. Do not hold the cartridge so tightly that  
the tabs on the end of the cartridge contact your hand. Pressing the tabs  
can partially open the cover of the developing cylinder and damage the  
printer. Slowly move each end up and down five or six times to distribute  
the toner. (Do not do this with a used or an unsealed toner cartridge.)  
6. Remove the 2 protective tapes from the toner cartridge.  
7. To remove the sealing tape, put the toner cartridge on a level surface. Hold  
the cartridge with one hand and slowly pull the orange tab out with the  
other hand. Pull the orange tab straight out to avoid breaking the tape.  
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Attention:  
Do not install a toner cartridge into the printer unless its developing cylinder cover is  
latched closed.  
8. On the other end of the cartridge there is a small tab and an arrow [1].  
Make sure that the tab [3] is fully seated in the notch [4]. Do one of the  
following:  
– If the tab is fully seated, go to step 9.  
– If the tab is not fully seated, hold the cartridge and use a pulling motion  
with your other hand to rotate the developing cover in the direction of the  
arrow [2]. The tab [3] must be fully seated in the notch [4] before you install  
the toner cartridge.  
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Attention:  
Make sure that you insert the toner cartridge that matches the color markers in the  
turret opening.  
9. Hold the toner cartridge with the arrow [2] up and pointing toward the  
printer. Using the arrow [1] on the printer’s frame as a guide, slide the toner  
cartridge into the printer until it locks in place. You may have to push firmly  
on the cartridge to lock it into place.  
10. When the toner cartridge is locked in place, the surfaces [1] and [2] are  
even.  
11. After you install the cartridge, turn the turret rotation knob to the next  
cartridge to make sure that the cartridge you just installed is correctly  
seated.  
12. Close the front door.  
13. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a Configuration Page” on page  
4–9) and note the print count that it reports. Record this information on your  
Supplies Replacement Log, shown in Appendix B.  
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Recycling the Used Toner Cartridge  
Use the following procedure to recycle the used toner cartridge.  
1. Find the box that the new toner cartridge came in and the Clean Earth  
Campaign instruction sheet and shipping label provided inside the box.  
2. Put the used toner cartridge in the foil bag that the new cartridge came in.  
3. Put the used toner cartridge in the box that the new cartridge came in.  
4. Seal the box.  
5. Stick the pre-addressed shipping label on the box and ship the box  
according to the Clean Earth Campaign instruction sheet.  
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Replacing the Used Toner Bottle  
This section tells you how to replace the used toner bottle. When you see the  
REPLACE USED TONER BOTTLE message on the display panel, use the following  
procedure to replace the used toner bottle.  
1. Open the front door.  
2. Push down on the release handle.  
3. Open the photoconductor drum cover.  
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4. Remove the used toner bottle.  
5. Seal the used toner bottle.  
6. With the opening in the bottle facing the printer, attach the new used toner  
bottle [1] to the photoconductor drum cartridge.  
7. Lower the photoconductor drum cover [2] to the closed position.  
8. Raise the release handle [3] to the operating position.  
9. Close the front door.  
<2-13> CAUTION:  
Do not dispose of toner or toner containers in fire. Dispose of these in  
accordance with local regulations.  
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Replacing the Fuser Oil Bottle  
This section tells you how to replace the fuser oil bottle. Fuser oil is used in the  
final stage of the printing process. When the oil level is low or when you see  
the FUSER OIL LOW message on the display panel, replace the fuser oil bottle  
with a new one using the instructions that follow.  
<2-4> CAUTION:  
If spilled, fuser oil causes hazardous surfaces; prevent anyone from entering  
the area until the surface is clean.  
Attention:  
Do not use the printer without a fuser oil bottle installed. If you do, you may damage  
the printer.  
Removing the Old Fuser Oil Bottle  
Use the following procedure to remove the old fuser oil bottle.  
1. Open the front door.  
2. Lower the fuser oil bottle cover [1]. Lift the oil bottle [2] from the oil bottle  
holder and put a towel under the bottle to prevent drops of oil from spilling  
on the floor.  
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Installing the New Fuser Oil Bottle  
Use the following procedure to install the new fuser oil bottle.  
Attention:  
Do not shake the fuser oil bottle. Oil can spill out.  
1. Peel off the seal from the new fuser oil bottle.  
2. Turn the oil bottle upside down. Hold the oil bottle with its label facing out  
and put the bottle in the oil bottle holder.  
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3. Align the bottle with the bottle holder. Firmly push down [1] on the bottle  
until it locks into place.  
4. Raise the fuser oil bottle cover [2].  
5. Close the front door.  
6. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a Configuration Page” on page  
4–9) and note the print count that it reports. Record this information on your  
Supplies Replacement Log, shown in Appendix B.  
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Replacing the Fuser  
This section shows you how to  
• Prepare the fuser and work area before beginning  
• Remove the unused oil from the printer oil bottle holder (fuser oil-supply)  
• Remove the used fuser  
• Install a new fuser  
• Return the unused oil and add a new bottle of oil to the printer  
You do not replace the fuser often. It is designed to fuse approximately 60000  
prints, depending on your application. You can print a configuration page (see  
“Printing a Configuration Page” on page 4–9) to see the print count.  
<2-9> CAUTION:  
This printer may contain materials, either components or consumable supplies,  
that are regulated for disposal. Dispose of all items in accordance with local  
regulations.  
Preparing the Fuser and Work Area  
Use the following procedure to prepare the fuser and the work area before  
starting to replace the fuser.  
1. Turn off the printer. This allows the printer to cool down.  
2. Check that you have the following items before you replace the fuser:  
– Oil removal tool (shipped with the printer)  
– Oil recycle bottle (shipped with the printer)  
– Flat-blade screwdriver  
– Absorbent towels  
Oil Removal Tool  
Oil Recycle Bottle  
Screwdriver  
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3. Choose a level work area on which to put the used fuser, the new fuser,  
and the fuser oil. Put absorbent towels under the front of the printer and on  
the work area in case a few drops of fuser oil spill. Keep towels available  
in case you need to clean your tools.  
4. Make sure that the printer is stable. If the printer is on the printer stand,  
make sure that the casters underneath the stand are locked.  
Unpacking the New Fuser  
Use the following procedure to unpack the new fuser from the shipping box.  
1. Open the top of the box.  
2. Remove the 2 top foam shipping blocks.  
3. Use the green hand holds to remove the fuser from the box. Put the fuser  
on the absorbent towels in the work area.  
4. Save the box so that it can be used for disposal of the old fuser.  
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Removing the Fuser Oil from the Printer  
Use the following procedure to remove the fuser oil from the printer.  
<2-6> CAUTION:  
High temperature; Switch off printer power and allow at least 15 minutes for  
parts in this area to cool before handling.  
1. Open the fuser access door on the upper right side of the printer.  
<2-4> CAUTION:  
If spilled, fuser oil causes hazardous surfaces. Prevent anyone from entering  
the area until the surface is clean.  
2. Lower the fuser oil bottle cover [1]. Lift the oil bottle [2] from the oil bottle  
holder and put a towel under the bottle to prevent drops of oil from spilling  
on the floor.  
Attention:  
Do not put the fuser oil bottle or the oil recycle bottle on top of the printer while  
recycling oil.  
3. Wipe off any excess oil on the bottle and put the bottle upright in a safe  
place in the work area.  
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4. Open the oil recycle bottle and remove the inner seal.  
5. Put the oil recycle bottle on a towel on a level surface near the printer.  
6. Use the oil removal tool to remove the fuser oil from the oil bottle holder as  
follows:  
a. Push the top of the oil removal tool all the way down. Insert the pointed  
end of the oil removal tool into the oil supply in the oil bottle holder.  
Release the pressure on the oil removal tool and allow the oil to flow  
into it.  
b. Be careful not to spill any oil. Take the oil removal tool out of the oil  
bottle holder and insert the pointed end of the tool into the oil recycle  
bottle. Push the top of the tool down and force the oil into the recycle  
bottle.  
c. Repeat step a and step b until you have removed most of the oil from  
the oil bottle holder.  
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7. Use the fuser jam-release lever to pump the remaining oil from the fuser  
into the oil bottle holder. You will need to pump the lever approximately 50  
times.  
8. Repeat step 6 and step 7 three or four times until you have removed most  
of the oil from the fuser.  
9. Replace the inner seal (see page 5–22) on the oil recycle bottle and cap  
the bottle.  
10. Clean the oil removal tool with a towel and store it in the box in which it was  
shipped.  
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Removing the Fuser Access Door  
Use the following procedure to remove the fuser access door from the printer.  
Attention:  
When you release the fuser access door strap, the door is free to swing down and  
may fall to the floor. Hold the door when you release the door strap.  
1. Open the feeder access door on the lower right side of the printer.  
2. The strap of the fuser access door is attached to the upper locking tab on  
the printer frame. Release the strap this way:  
a. Push the upper locking tab down [1].  
b. Pull the tab out of the printer frame [2].  
c. Lift the tab up and out of the printer frame [3].  
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3. Slide the fuser access door to the left and rotate it down until the tab on the  
right pivot aligns with the cutout in the right bracket [1]. Slide the door to  
the left again and out of the brackets.  
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Removing the Used Fuser  
Use the following procedure to remove the used fuser from the printer.  
1. Loosen the 2 fuser screws that hold the fuser to the printer frame. These  
screws do not come out of the fuser. The fuser is not yet free. It is held by  
the fuser slide plate.  
2. Use the 2 black pull knobs on the fuser to carefully pull the fuser and the  
fuser slide plate out approximately 25 cm (10 inches) until the fuser slide  
plate stops moving. The fuser slide plate continues to support the fuser.  
3. Use the green fuser handholds to remove the fuser from the printer and put  
it on the absorbent towels in the work area.  
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Installing the New Fuser  
Use the following procedure to install the new fuser in the printer.  
1. Use the green fuser handholds to put the new fuser on the sliding plate with  
the oil bottle holder positioned to the front of the printer. Position the 2 blue  
locating guides on the plate in the locating holes in the bottom of the fuser.  
2. Use even pressure on the 2 black pull knobs (see step 2 on page 5–26) to  
slide the fuser firmly into place. Both slides on the fuser slide plate are  
positioned slightly inside of the printer frame when the fuser is pushed in  
against the stops.  
3. Alternately tighten the 2 fuser screws, approximately 2 turns each, until  
they are tight.  
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4. Pivot the orange shipping spacers up and pull them straight out of the  
fuser. Discard the shipping spacers.  
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Replacing the Fuser Access Door  
Use the following procedure to replace the fuser access door on the printer.  
1. Make sure that the feeder access door is open.  
2. Hold the fuser access door with the top edge pointing down and align the  
2 pivots on the door with the 2 brackets on the frame (the door pivot on the  
right has a tab that aligns with the cutout [1] in the right bracket). Slide the  
door to the right and rotate it up.  
3. Grasp the tab at the top of the strap on the fuser access door [1]. Insert the  
tab into the cutout in the printer frame [2] and slide the tab down until the  
top of the tab [3] aligns with the hole in the frame [4]. Push the tab into the  
hole in the frame and lock it in place.  
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Filling the New Fuser Unit with Fuser Oil  
Use the following procedure to fill the new fuser unit with fuser oil.  
<2-4> CAUTION:  
If spilled, fuser oil causes hazardous surfaces. Prevent anyone from entering  
the area until the surface is clean.  
1. Open the oil recycle bottle and slowly pour the oil saved from the used  
fuser unit into the oil bottle holder of the new fuser unit.  
2. Replace the inner seal (see step 4 on page 5–22) and close the oil recycle  
bottle. Clean the bottle with a towel and store it in the box in which it was  
shipped.  
Attention:  
Do not shake the fuser oil bottle. Oil can spill out.  
3. Lower the fuser oil bottle cover [1].  
4. Hold a towel on the top of the oil bottle and turn the bottle upside down.  
Hold the oil bottle with its label [2] facing out and put the bottle in the oil  
bottle holder.  
5. Align the bottle with the bottle holder. Firmly push down [1] on the bottle  
until it locks into place.  
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6. Raise the fuser oil bottle cover [2].  
7. Close the fuser access door and the feeder access door.  
8. Close the front door.  
Printing Test Pages  
Use the following procedure to print test pages to determine if you have  
correctly installed the new fuser.  
1. Turn on the printer.  
The printer fuser takes approximately 5 minutes to warm up if it is cold  
when you turn the printer on. While the printer is warming up, it runs a  
power-on self-test (POST). The POST checks to see if the printer is  
working correctly.  
As the POST runs, you see status messages on the display panel. You do  
not have to read these messages unless the POST stops before the test is  
finished. Normally, the POST finishes without problems and you see the  
READY message on the display panel.  
If the POST does stop before it is finished, the Attention light on the  
display panel flashes. Check the display panel for a message, an error  
code, or a blank display. See “Understanding POST Error Messages” on  
page 7–2 to find out what to do next.  
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2. Print several test pages as described in “Printing a Test Page” on page  
4–10.  
3. Check that the toner is completely fused onto the paper by gently rubbing  
the printout. If the toner smears or comes off, see “Correcting Print Quality  
Problems” on page 6–13.  
4. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a Configuration Page” on page  
4–9) and note the print count that it reports. Record this information on your  
Supplies Replacement Log, shown in Appendix B.  
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Replacing the Photoconductor Drum Cartridge  
This section tells you how to replace the photoconductor drum cartridge and  
clean the separation corona wire. If you see black vertical streaks or toner  
spots on printouts, it is time to replace the photoconductor drum cartridge. If  
you see the REPLACE DRUM TO ENSURE QUALITY message on the display panel,  
replace the cartridge immediately, using the procedure below.  
Note: When you replace the photoconductor drum cartridge, replace it with a  
new cartridge. The printer may not work correctly with a used  
photoconductor drum cartridge.  
Locating the Orange Photoconductor Drum Shield  
Before you begin this procedure, locate the orange photoconductor drum  
shield that protected the cartridge before the cartridge was installed in the  
printer. It is bright orange in color and shaped like a trough. You will need this  
photoconductor drum shield when you remove the drum cartridge.  
Removing the Old Photoconductor Drum Cartridge  
Use the following procedure to remove the old photoconductor drum cartridge  
from the printer.  
1. Make sure the power switch is turned off. Open the front door.  
2. Push down on the release handle.  
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3. Open the photoconductor drum cover.  
4. Remove the used toner bottle.  
Attention:  
Do not remove the used toner from the toner bottle or reuse it.  
5. Seal the used toner bottle and put it aside.  
6. Put the V-shaped end of the orange photoconductor drum shield in the V-  
shaped support.  
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7. Press the green tab [1] on the right side of the photoconductor drum  
cartridge and pull the drum cartridge out [2] of the printer onto the shield.  
Installing a New Photoconductor Drum Cartridge  
Use the following procedure to install a new photoconductor drum cartridge in  
the printer.  
1. Get a new photoconductor drum cartridge and remove it from the  
protective bag.  
Notes:  
1) Do not open the protective bag or the photoconductor drum  
cartridge cover until you are ready to install the cartridge in the  
printer.  
2) Do not expose the photoconductor drum cartridge to or store it in  
direct sunlight.  
3) Do not remove the orange protective shield from the cartridge until  
you are instructed to do so.  
2. Use the arrow on the cartridge as a guide to align the photoconductor drum  
cartridge with the arrow on the printer. The orange photoconductor drum  
shield rests on a V-shaped cutout on the printer.  
Do not use excessive force on the shield when you handle the  
photoconductor drum cartridge. If you do, you may scratch the  
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photoconductor drum.  
3. Hold the orange shield with one hand. Slowly slide the cartridge from the  
orange shield and into the printer with the other hand until the tab on the  
cartridge locks in place. Keep the orange shield for use later when you  
remove the photoconductor drum cartridge.  
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4. Push the cartridge all the way in until the green tab on the end is locked.  
5. With the opening in the bottle facing the printer, attach the new used toner  
bottle to the photoconductor drum cartridge.  
6. Lower the photoconductor drum cover to the closed position.  
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Attention:  
If you cannot push up the release handle completely, do not force it up or you may  
damage the printer. Instead, remove the cartridge and reinstall it. Make sure that the  
cartridge is completely inside the printer.  
7. Raise the release handle to the operating position.  
Recycling the Photoconductor Drum Cartridge  
Use the following procedure to recycle the used photoconductor drum  
cartridge.  
1. Find the box that the new photoconductor drum cartridge came in and the  
Clean Earth Campaign instruction sheet and shipping label that were  
inside the box.  
2. Put the used photoconductor drum cartridge in the foil bag that the new  
cartridge came in.  
3. Put the used photoconductor drum cartridge in the box that the new  
cartridge came in.  
4. Seal the box.  
5. Stick the pre-addressed shipping label on the box and ship the box  
according to the Clean Earth Campaign instruction sheet.  
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Cleaning the Separation Corona Wire  
When you replace a photoconductor drum cartridge, you should also clean  
the separation corona wire. Use the following procedure to clean the  
separation corona wire.  
1. Open the top cover to see the separation corona unit and the wire  
cleaner.  
2. Remove the wire cleaner from inside the printer. The separation corona  
wire is very thin and delicate, so be careful not to break it.  
3. Put the padded end of the wire cleaner on the separation corona unit.  
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4. Clean the separation corona wire by moving the wire cleaner from side to  
side several times.  
5. After you clean the wire, put the wire cleaner back in its storage place and  
close the top cover.  
6. Close the front door.  
7. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a Configuration Page” on page  
4–9) and note the print count that it reports. Record this information on  
your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in Appendix B.  
You have finished replacing the photoconductor drum cartridge and the used  
toner bottle and cleaning the separation corona wire. Turn on the printer  
again.  
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Chapter 6. Diagnosing Printer Problems  
This chapter helps you diagnose problems you may have when using the  
printer. It tells you how to clear paper jams and correct the quality of the  
printouts. This chapter also explains how to adjust the left margin of tray 2 and  
the color density of the printouts and how to set the separation corona mode.  
This chapter covers the following topics:  
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Common Printer Problems  
This section lists common problems you may have with the printer and  
suggests ways to correct each problem. If the problem persists, contact your  
authorized service dealer or IBM service representative.  
This table lists some common printer problems, the possible cause of each  
problem, and a recommended action to fix each problem.  
Common Printer Problems  
Problem  
Possible Cause  
Action  
Is the power cord  
securely plugged into the  
AC outlet?  
Check the power cord  
connection.  
The printer does  
not turn on.  
Is the printer turned on?  
Make sure the power switch is  
turned on.  
Are you using the correct  
paper?  
Check the paper (see  
“Choosing Paper” on page  
2–2).  
The print quality is  
poor.  
Is the printer periodically  
cleaned?  
Clean the printer (see “Cleaning  
the Outside of the Printer” on  
page 8–2).  
Are the following set to  
See the following to determine  
their operating positions? what might be preventing the  
door from closing:  
• top cover  
• “Replacing the Fuser Oil  
• fuser oil bottle cover  
Bottle” on page 5–16  
The front door  
does not close.  
• photoconductor drum  
• “Replacing the  
cover  
Photoconductor Drum  
• transfer drum release  
handle  
Cartridge” on page 5–33  
• “Replacing Toner Cartridges”  
on page 5–4  
Does the paper that is  
loaded go above the  
paper limit mark?  
Make sure that each stack of  
paper does not go above the  
paper limit mark.  
Is the paper stack  
correctly aligned?  
Make sure the paper stack is  
correctly aligned in tray 1, tray  
2, and the auxiliary tray.  
Paper jams occur  
frequently.  
Are you using the correct  
paper?  
Check the paper (see  
“Choosing Paper” on page  
2–2).  
Is there any jammed  
paper inside the printer?  
Make sure no paper remains  
inside the printer after a paper  
Is the side output tray  
closed?  
Close the side output tray (see  
“Using the Side Output Tray” on  
page 3–13 and “Using the Top  
Output Tray” on page 3–15).  
Printouts do not go  
into the top output  
tray.  
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Clearing Paper Jams  
This section tells you how to clear paper jams from the printer. What you see  
below is a copy of the label on the fuser oil bottle inside of the printer. The  
label shows the three possible places in the printer for paper jams: the transfer  
drum area, the fuser area, and the paper feeder area.  
Area 1: Transfer Drum  
Area 2: Fuser  
Area 3: Paper Feeder  
To clear a paper jam, use the procedures that follow. If you do not use the  
procedures, you may damage the printer.  
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Clearing a Paper Jam in Area 1 (Transfer Drum Area)  
Use the following procedure to clear paper jammed in the transfer drum area  
of the printer.  
1. Open the front door.  
2. Open the top cover to see the transfer drum. Avoid touching the window of  
the density detection sensor.  
3. Push the release handle down to unlock the transfer drum.  
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4. Turn the transfer drum knob counterclockwise [1] and gently pull out the  
jammed paper [2] at a slight angle [3]. Pulling at an angle will prevent your  
knocking any unused toner onto the density detection sensor.  
Be careful not to touch the transfer drum when removing the jammed  
paper.  
5. Close the top cover.  
6. Push the release handle up to the operating position.  
7. Close the front door.  
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Clearing a Paper Jam in Area 2 (Fuser Area)  
Use the following procedure to remove jammed paper from the fuser area of  
the printer. The fuser area is on the right side of the printer behind the side  
output tray.  
1. Close the side output tray if it is open.  
2. Push up the release latch to open the fuser access door.  
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3. If the leading edge of the paper is visible, remove the jammed paper this  
way.  
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you handle them.  
a. Pull the release knobs at both ends of the paper guide and open the  
paper guide cover.  
b. Move the fuser jam-release lever up and down several times to eject the  
jammed paper. Do not simply pull the jammed paper out because it may  
tear and leave pieces of paper in the printer.  
Note: Be sure to open the paper guide cover before you use the  
fuser jam-release lever.  
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4. If the jammed paper is wound around the upper or lower fuser roller,  
remove the paper this way.  
a. Open the paper guide cover [1] and move the fuser jam-release lever  
up and down [2] until the edge of the jammed paper is visible.  
b. Unlock the fuser rollers by moving the release lever toward the back of  
the printer and seating it in the slit on the metal plate.  
c. Slowly pull the jammed paper out of the printer.  
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d. Put the lever back to its original position and close the paper guide  
cover.  
5. Close the fuser door.  
Clearing a Paper Jam in Area 3 (Paper Feeder Area)  
Use the following procedure to clear jammed paper from the paper feeder  
area of the printer. The paper feeder area is behind the feeder access door.  
1. Make sure the auxiliary tray is closed.  
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2. Push up the release latch to open the feeder access door.  
3. Remove any jammed paper.  
4. If the jammed paper is not visible or if it is hard to remove, pull on the 2  
green levers to slide out the paper feeder.  
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5. Carefully remove the jammed paper from the likely spots as indicated.  
6. Slide the paper feeder back into the printer.  
7. Close the feeder access door.  
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Clearing a Paper Jam in the Tray 2 Paper Feeder  
If the printer has a tray 2 paper feeder, use the following procedure to clear  
jammed paper.  
1. Pull on the tab to open the tray 2 paper feeder door.  
2. Carefully remove the jammed paper.  
3. Close the tray 2 paper feeder door.  
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Correcting Print Quality Problems  
This section tells you about problems you may have with the print quality of  
your printouts. Use the table below to find the information you need to correct  
these problems.  
Problem  
Table to use  
Light prints  
Dark prints  
Completely blank prints  
All-black prints (any color)  
Back of paper dirty  
Dirty prints or background  
Black spots on print  
Toner rubbing off prints  
Distorted image  
Color distortion  
Toner in streaks or scatter  
Color missing or faded  
Use the following procedure when reading the tables in this section to  
diagnose and solve your print quality problem.  
1. Locate step 1 in the table.  
2. Perform the contents of the column entitled Action.  
3. Print a test page to determine if the problem is solved.  
4. Repeat this process until one of the following events occurs:  
a. You solve the print quality problem.  
b. You run out of steps to consult. In this event, call your authorized IBM  
service representative and report the problem.  
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Table 1: Light Image  
Step  
1.  
Action  
Clean the separation corona wire and the window of the density detection  
sensor (see “Cleaning the Separation Corona Wire” on page 8–3 and  
“Cleaning the Window of the Density Detection Sensor” on page 8–4).  
2.  
3.  
Clean the transfer drum (see “Cleaning the Transfer Drum” on page 8–3).  
Make sure that the paper loaded in the printer meets the specifications listed  
in “Choosing Paper” on page 2–2.  
4.  
5.  
Run several full-color gradient test prints from the density control panel (see  
• If all the colors are light on the test prints, replace the photoconductor drum  
cartridge (see “Replacing the Photoconductor Drum Cartridge” on page  
5–33).  
• If only some of the colors are light, replace the toner cartridge for each color  
that is light (see “Replacing Toner Cartridges” on page 5–4).  
Table 2: Dark image  
Step  
Action  
1.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Clean the window of the density detection sensor (see “Cleaning the Window  
of the Density Detection Sensor” on page 8–4).  
Make sure that the paper loaded in the printer meets the specifications listed  
in “Choosing Paper” on page 2–2.  
Replace the photoconductor drum cartridge (see “Replacing the  
Photoconductor Drum Cartridge” on page 5–33).  
Table 3: Blank Prints  
Step  
Action  
1.  
Use the illustration below to identify the front door laser interlock. If the laser  
interlock is damaged, call for service to repair or replace the front door.  
2.  
3.  
Replace the photoconductor drum cartridge (see “Replacing the  
Photoconductor Drum Cartridge” on page 5–33).  
Replace the toner cartridges (see “Replacing Toner Cartridges” on page 5–4).  
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Table 4: All Black (Any Color) Prints  
Step  
1.  
Action  
Run several full-color gradient test prints from the density control panel (see  
problem goes away, call for service to replace the control unit.  
2.  
Replace the photoconductor drum cartridge (see “Replacing the  
Photoconductor Drum Cartridge” on page 5–33).  
Table 5: Dirt on Back of Paper  
Step  
Action  
1.  
2.  
Power on the printer to initiate a warmup cycle.  
Inspect the transfer drum after the warmup cycle is finished.  
• If the transfer drum surface is clean, go to step 4  
• If the transfer drum surface is dirty, go to step 3  
3.  
Make sure that the transfer drum cleaning assembly is fully seated and locked  
in place (see “Replacing the Transfer Drum Cleaning Assembly” on page  
8–12).  
<2-6> CAUTION:  
High temperature. Switch off printer power and allow at  
least 15 minutes for parts in this area to cool before  
handling.  
4.  
Check the fuser rollers for flaws or dirt buildup.  
• If you see flaws on the fuser rollers, replace the fuser unit (see “Replacing  
the Fuser” on page 5–19).  
• If you see dirt on the fuser rollers, try to remove it using the procedure  
described in “Cleaning the Fuser Rollers” on page 8–5.  
• If you cannot remove all of the dirt, replace the fuser unit.  
5.  
6.  
Make sure you are not using predrilled paper, which may damage the printer.  
See “Choosing Paper” on page 2–2.  
Inspect the entire paper path for dirt and toner. Clean the paper path as  
required (see “Cleaning the Paper Path” on page 8–3).  
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Table 6: Dirty Prints or Background  
Step  
1.  
Action  
Make sure that the paper loaded in the printer meets the specifications listed  
in “Choosing Paper” on page 2–2.  
2.  
3.  
Inspect the entire paper path for dirt and toner. Clean the paper path as  
required (see “Cleaning the Paper Path” on page 8–3).  
Replace the photoconductor drum cartridge (see “Replacing the  
Photoconductor Drum Cartridge” on page 5–33).  
Table 7: Vertical Lines on Print  
Step  
Action  
1.  
Run several full-color gradient test prints from the density control panel (see  
• If the vertical line appears on 1 color only, replace the toner cartridge for that  
color (see “Replacing Toner Cartridges” on page 5–4).  
• Otherwise, go to step 2.  
2.  
Replace the photoconductor drum cartridge (see “Replacing the  
Photoconductor Drum Cartridge” on page 5–33).  
<2-6> CAUTION:  
High temperature. Switch off printer power and allow at  
least 15 minutes for parts in this area to cool before  
handling.  
3.  
Check the fuser rollers for flaws or dirt buildup.  
• If you see flaws on the fuser rollers, replace the fuser unit (see “Replacing  
the Fuser” on page 5–19).  
• If you see dirt on the fuser rollers, try to remove it using the procedure  
described in “Cleaning the Fuser Rollers” on page 8–5.  
• If you cannot remove all of the dirt, replace the fuser unit.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Inspect the entire paper path for dirt and toner. Clean the paper path as  
required (see “Cleaning the Paper Path” on page 8–3).  
Clean the separation corona wire (see “Cleaning the Separation Corona Wire”  
on page 8–3.  
Replace the separation corona unit (see “Replacing the Separation Corona  
Unit” on page 8–10).  
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Table 8: White Vertical Lines on Print  
Step  
1.  
Action  
Run several full-color gradient test prints from the density control panel (see  
• If the vertical line appears on 1 color only, replace the toner cartridge for that  
color (see “Replacing Toner Cartridges” on page 5–4).  
• Otherwise, go to step 2.  
2.  
3.  
Replace the photoconductor drum cartridge (see “Replacing the  
Photoconductor Drum Cartridge” on page 5–33).  
<2-6> CAUTION:  
High temperature. Switch off printer power and allow at  
least 15 minutes for parts in this area to cool before  
handling.  
Check the fuser rollers for flaws or dirt buildup.  
• If you see flaws on the fuser rollers, replace the fuser unit (see “Replacing  
the Fuser” on page 5–19).  
• If you see dirt on the fuser rollers, try to remove it using the procedure  
described in “Cleaning the Fuser Rollers” on page 8–5.  
• If you cannot remove all of the dirt, replace the fuser unit.  
4.  
5.  
6.  
Inspect the entire paper path for dirt and toner. Clean the paper path as  
required (see “Cleaning the Paper Path” on page 8–3).  
Clean the separation corona wire (see “Cleaning the Separation Corona Wire”  
on page 8–3.  
Replace the separation corona unit (see “Replacing the Separation Corona  
Unit” on page 8–10).  
Table 9: White Horizontal Lines on Print  
Step  
Action  
1.  
Run several full-color gradient test prints from the density control panel (see  
• If the horizontal line appears on 1 color only, replace the toner cartridge for  
that color (see “Replacing Toner Cartridges” on page 5–4).  
• Otherwise, go to step 2.  
2.  
Replace the photoconductor drum cartridge (see “Replacing the  
Photoconductor Drum Cartridge” on page 5–33).  
<2-6> CAUTION:  
High temperature. Switch off printer power and allow at  
least 15 minutes for parts in this area to cool before  
handling.  
3.  
Check the fuser rollers for flaws or dirt buildup.  
• If you see flaws on the fuser rollers, replace the fuser unit (see “Replacing  
the Fuser” on page 5–19).  
• If you see dirt on the fuser rollers, try to remove it using the procedure  
described in “Cleaning the Fuser Rollers” on page 8–5.  
• If you cannot remove all of the dirt, replace the fuser unit.  
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Table 10: Black Spots  
Step  
1.  
Action  
Run several full-color gradient test prints from the density control panel (see  
• If the spots appear on 1 color only, replace the toner cartridge for that color  
(see “Replacing Toner Cartridges” on page 5–4).  
• Otherwise, go to step 2.  
2.  
3.  
4.  
Replace the photoconductor drum cartridge (see “Replacing the  
Photoconductor Drum Cartridge” on page 5–33).  
Make sure that the paper loaded in the printer is free of excess moisture and  
meets the specifications listed in “Choosing Paper” on page 2–2.  
Clean the transfer drum (see “Cleaning the Transfer Drum” on page 8–3).  
Table 11: Poor Fusing  
Step  
Action  
1.  
Make sure that the paper loaded in the printer is free of defects and meets the  
specifications listed in “Choosing Paper” on page 2–2.  
<2-6> CAUTION:  
High temperature. Switch off printer power and allow at  
least 15 minutes for parts in this area to cool before  
handling.  
2.  
Check the fuser rollers for flaws or dirt buildup.  
• If you see flaws on the fuser rollers, replace the fuser unit (see “Replacing  
the Fuser” on page 5–19).  
• If you see dirt on the fuser rollers, try to remove it using the procedure  
described in “Cleaning the Fuser Rollers” on page 8–5.  
• If you cannot remove all of the dirt, replace the fuser unit.  
Table 12: Distortion  
Step  
Action  
1.  
Make sure that the temperature and humidity of the room in which the printer  
is located are within the specifications described in the Installation and  
Relocation Guide.  
See the Installation and Relocation Guide for correct environmental values.  
2.  
Make sure that the printer is not subjected to vibration.  
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Table 13: Color Distortion  
Step  
Action  
1.  
Make sure that the paper in the printer is free of defects and meets the  
specifications listed in “Choosing Paper” on page 2–2.  
2.  
3.  
Replace the photoconductor drum cartridge (see “Replacing the  
Photoconductor Drum Cartridge” on page 5–33).  
Clean the transfer drum (see “Cleaning the Transfer Drum” on page 8–3).  
Table 14: Toner Streaking or Scatter  
Step  
Action  
1.  
Make sure that the paper loaded in the printer is free of excess moisture and  
meets the specifications listed in “Choosing Paper” on page 2–2.  
2.  
Set the separation corona mode to so that the forcible control is OFF (see  
print quality, set the separation corona mode on or off as needed to  
compensate for the environment.  
<2-6> CAUTION:  
High temperature. Switch off printer power and allow at  
least 15 minutes for parts in this area to cool before  
handling.  
3.  
Check the fuser rollers for flaws or dirt buildup.  
• If you see flaws on the fuser rollers, replace the fuser unit (see “Replacing  
the Fuser” on page 5–19).  
• If you see dirt on the fuser rollers, try to remove it using the procedure  
described in “Cleaning the Fuser Rollers” on page 8–5.  
• If you cannot remove all of the dirt, replace the fuser unit.  
Table 15: Color Fading or Missing  
Step  
Action  
1.  
Run several full-color gradient test prints from the density control panel (see  
• If the color is missing or fading on 1 color only, replace the toner cartridge  
for that color (see “Replacing Toner Cartridges” on page 5–4).  
• Otherwise, go to step 2.  
2.  
Make sure that the paper loaded in the printer is free of excess moisture and  
meets the specifications listed in “Choosing Paper” on page 2–2.  
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Adjusting the Side Registration on Tray 2 Printouts  
This section tells you how to adjust the side registration on tray 2 printouts.  
If you are using the optional tray 2 paper feeder and you notice that the  
margins on your printouts are not the same as when you use the tray 1 paper  
feeder, you may need to adjust the tray 2 side registration to match that of tray  
1 (approximately 2 mm or 0.08 inches).  
You can set the side registration adjustment dial from 0 to 9. The value on the  
top part of the dial is the current value. The dial is set to 5 at the factory. When  
you increase the dial value by 1, the left-side registration increases by  
approximately 0.4 mm (0.16 inches). When you decrease the dial value by 1,  
the left-side registration decreases by approximately 0.4 mm (0.16 inches).  
Use the following procedure to adjust the left-side registration.  
1. Load tray 2 with the same size of paper that is in tray 1 (see “Loading  
Paper” on page 3–2).  
2. Turn on the printer and wait until it is ready to print.  
3. Change the paper source to tray 2 (see “Choosing the Paper Source” on  
page 4–14).  
4. Locate the density control panel on the back of the printer.  
on page 6–24). Choose the Solid Colors test print pattern.  
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6. Measure the left margin of the test print.  
If the left margin is 2 mm (0.08 inches), you do not have to adjust the  
registration. If the left margin is wider or narrower than 2 mm (0.08 inches),  
calculate the difference. Use this measurement to adjust the registration  
with the side registration adjustment dial.  
Example  
When the left margin is 2.8 mm  
2.8 mm – 2.0 mm = 0.8 mm (Decrease the margin by 0.8 mm.)  
0.8 mm ÷ 0.4 mm = 2 (Decrease the dial value by 2.)  
7. For the example above, turn the dial from 5 to 3. Use a screwdriver or your  
hand to turn the dial.  
8. Print another test print and check if the left margin is 2 mm (0.08 inches).  
If the margin is still not 2 mm (0.08 inches), repeat step 6 through step 8.  
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Adjusting the Color Density  
This section tells you how to make minor adjustments to the color density from  
the density control panel.  
Note: If you use a Macintosh and have a color calibration hardware device  
(such as a Status T or XRite densitometer; see the User’s Guide for  
specifications), then you can use the Calibrator utility supplied on the  
utility diskette that came with this printer to test the accuracy of the color  
density. (See the User’s Guide for information regarding this program.)  
Generally, you do not need to make any adjustments to the color density. The  
printer conducts an automatic density adjustment when you turn it on and after  
printing a prescribed number of pages. If the color density does not match  
your configured selections, print a test page (see “Printing a Test Page” on  
page 4–10) and compare it to the test page that you printed when you  
installed the printer.  
Note: If you change the color density using the instructions that follow, the  
printed color may not match the color specified by print jobs.  
Use the following procedure to adjust the color density.  
1. Find the density control panel on the back of the printer.  
2. Press the COLOR SELECT push button to choose the color you want. The  
color density light for the color you selected goes on.  
3. Use the () or (+) push button to adjust the density of the color you  
selected. The light for the density you selected flashes if the setting is  
different from the factory default.  
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4. Press the ENTER push button to confirm the density change of the color  
you selected. The light for the density you selected stops flashing and  
remains on.  
5. To adjust the other colors, repeat the steps above.  
6. Print a test page (see “Printing a Test Page” on page 4–10) and compare  
it to the test page that you printed when you installed the printer.  
Notes:  
1. The new color density remains in effect after you turn off the printer.  
2. The density control panel returns to an idle state if no activity is  
detected within 20 seconds. In this state, the COLOR SELECT  
display goes off, and only the DEFAULT light on the density gauge  
lights up if all color settings are the same as the factory default  
settings; otherwise they will all go off. If you press the (–) and (+)  
push buttons for more than 5 seconds, all the color density  
values are restored to the factory default settings.  
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Printing Test Prints from the Density Control Panel  
This section tells you how to print a test print using the density control panel.  
You can print test prints in various grid and line patterns to use during  
diagnostic procedures. Use the following procedure to print a test print from  
the density control panel.  
1. While you hold down the COLOR SELECT push button, press the ENTER  
push button 8 times. All the color lights flash and the printer enters the test  
pattern selection mode.  
2. Use the () or (+) push button to choose a test pattern. The light for the test  
pattern you selected flashes if the setting is different from the factory  
default.  
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3. Press the ENTER push button to confirm the test pattern you selected. The  
light for the test pattern you selected goes on.  
4. Press the TEST PRINT push button to print the test pattern.  
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Setting the Separation Corona Mode  
This section tells you how to set the separation corona mode using the density  
control panel.  
You may need to set the operational mode of the separation corona to resolve  
a particular print quality problem. The separation corona can be on or off or set  
to function automatically (sensitive to temperature and humidity).  
Use the following procedure to set the separation corona mode.  
1. While holding down the COLOR SELECT push button, press the ENTER  
push button 3 times. The Y and Bk color select lights flash to indicate that  
you can set the mode of the separation corona.  
2. Use the () or (+) push button to select the separation corona mode. If the  
chosen mode differs from that currently selected in the printer, the density  
gauge light flashes.  
The correspondence between the density gauge lights and each  
separation corona mode is as follows:  
3. Press the ENTER push button to confirm the separation corona mode. The  
density gauge light comes on and the printer changes the separation  
corona mode.  
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Chapter 7. Understanding Operator Messages  
This chapter lists the messages that you may see on the display panel, tells  
you the reason for the message, and tells you what to do. Messages on the  
display panel tell you the printer’s status and alert you to upcoming problems.  
If the printer has an error during operation, you see an error message on the  
display panel.  
This chapter covers the following topics:  
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Understanding POST Error Messages  
This section tells you how to understand and respond to the power-on self-test  
(POST) error messages.  
Function of POST Error Messages  
The printer fuser takes approximately 5 minutes to warm up if it is cold when  
you turn the printer on. While the printer is warming up, it runs a power-on  
self-test (POST). The POST checks to see if the printer is working correctly.  
As the POST runs, you see status messages on the display panel. You do not  
have to read these messages unless the POST stops before the test is  
finished. Normally, the POST finishes without problems and you see the  
READY message on the display panel.  
If the POST does stop before it is finished, the Attention light on the display  
panel flashes. Check the display panel for a message, an error code, or a  
blank display. See the following table to find out what to do.  
Table of POST Error Messages  
This table lists the error messages that can occur when a POST fails and what  
you should do for each message. When you are instructed to call for service,  
call 1-800-358-6661. See “Requesting Service” on page xiii for further  
information.  
POST Error Messages  
Message  
Suggested Action  
EPROM 100  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report an EPROM 100 error.  
EEPROM 200  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report an EEPROM 200 error.  
MIPS FPU 900  
RTC SELF 700  
RTC R/W REG 710  
RTC START 730  
RTC SET 740  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report a MIPS FPU 900 error.  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report an RTC SELF 700 error.  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report an RTC R/W REG 710 error.  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report an RTC START 730 error.  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report an RTC SET 740 error.  
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POST Error Messages  
Message  
Suggested Action  
DRAM SIMM 310  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. If this is the second time for this error, turn the printer off and  
disconnect it from the wall outlet. Remove the controller and  
reseat all memory SIMMs. (See the Quick Setup Guide for  
details.)  
3. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report error DRAM SIMM 310.  
DRAM SLOT 320  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report a DRAM SLOT 320 error.  
DRAM CONFIG 330 or 1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
350  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report a DRAM CONFIG 330 or 350 error.  
DRAM CONFIG D00 1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report a DRAM CONFIG D00 error.  
DRAM 340  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report a DRAM 340 error.  
ACA DMA CNFG B00 1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report an ACA DMA CNFG B00 error.  
ACA DMA ADR B10 1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report an ACA DMA ADR B10 error.  
ACA CNTL REG A00 1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report an ACA CNTL REG A00 error.  
ACA VADR REG 5A0 1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report an ACA VADR REG 5A0 error.  
ACA VCNT REG B50 1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report an ACA VCNT REG B50 error.  
ETH FUSE 400  
ETH QUIET 410  
ETH IDLE 420  
ETH SELF 450  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report an ETH FUSE 400 error.  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report an ETH QUIET 410 error.  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report an ETH IDLE 420 error.  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report an ETH SELF 450 error.  
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POST Error Messages  
Message  
Suggested Action  
ETH INTLPBK  
440–442  
460–462  
470–472  
490  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report the error displayed.  
4A0–4A2  
4B0–4B3  
4D0  
4E0  
4F0  
SCSI FUSE 600  
SCSI QUIET 650  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report a SCSI FUSE 600 error.  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report a SCSI QUIET 650 error.  
SCSI CMD REG 640 1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report a SCSI CMD REG 640 error.  
SCSI R/W REG 630  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report a SCSI R/W REG 630 error.  
SCSI RUPT RST 610 1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report a SCSI RUPT RST 610 error.  
SCSI RUPT II 611  
SCSI FIFO 621  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report a SCSI RUPT II 611 error.  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report a SCSI FIFO 621 error.  
SCSI DEVICE 660  
1. Turn the printer off. Wait for 90 seconds.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the message recurs, call for service and  
report a SCSI DEVICE 660 error.  
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Understanding Operator Messages  
This section explains the 3 classes of operator messages and lists the  
messages that you are likely to see in each class.  
There are 3 classes of operator messages:  
• Warning messages  
• Status messages  
• Error messages  
If the printer needs to display a message from more than one class, it uses the  
following display priority:  
Priority  
Message  
Highest  
Medium  
Lowest  
Error  
Status  
Warning  
For example, if the printer sends an error message while a status message is  
displayed, the error message replaces the status message on the display  
panel.  
Understanding Warning Messages  
A warning message alerts you to an upcoming problem. When an operator  
warning occurs, printing continues and the Attention light flashes. Press  
Enter to see the message on the display panel.  
If more than one warning message is pending at one time, you see the first  
warning message with a (+) character to the right of the message. You can  
use the Menu Scrolling push buttons to scroll up and down the list of  
messages.  
List of Warning Messages  
The table on page 7–6 lists warning messages that you may see, gives a brief  
description of the problem, and tells you what to do to fix it. When you are  
instructed to call for service, call 1-800-358-6661. See “Requesting Service”  
on page xiii for further information.  
Note: The operator action most likely to solve the problem is listed first.  
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Operator Warning Messages  
Message  
Problem  
Action  
BLACK TONER  
LOW  
The black toner  
cartridge is almost  
empty.  
1. When the print quality begins to degrade, replace  
the black toner cartridge. See “Replacing Toner  
Cartridges” on page 5–4.  
2. If the problem continues after you install a new  
cartridge, call for service.  
CLEAN SENSOR &  
TRANSFER DRUM  
There is a density  
sensor error or the  
sensor is dirty.  
1. Clean the density detection sensor. See “Cleaning  
the Window of the Density Detection Sensor” on  
page 8–4.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service.  
CLEANER BELT LOW  
GET PRINT COUNT  
The fuser cleaning belt  
is nearly worn out.  
1. Print a configuration page. See “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9.  
2. Record the print count number for later reference.  
3. Replace the fuser. See “Replacing the Fuser” on  
page 5–19.  
4. If the problem continues after you replace the  
fuser, call for service.  
Note: A fuser can print approximately 60 000 pages  
under normal operating conditions. If you print on  
transparencies, this number becomes smaller.  
CYAN TONER  
LOW  
The cyan toner  
cartridge is almost  
empty.  
1. When the print quality begins to degrade, replace  
the cyan toner cartridge. See “Replacing Toner  
Cartridges” on page 5–4.  
2. If the problem continues after you install a new  
cartridge, call for service.  
FUSER OIL  
LOW  
The fuser oil supply is  
low.  
1. Replace the fuser oil bottle within the next 50  
prints. See “Replacing the Fuser Oil Bottle” on  
page 5–16.  
2. If the problem continues after you replace the fuser  
oil bottle, call for service.  
MAGENTA TONER  
LOW  
The magenta toner  
cartridge is almost  
empty.  
1. When the print quality begins to degrade, replace  
the magenta toner cartridge. See “Replacing  
Toner Cartridges” on page 5–4.  
2. If the problem continues after you install a new  
cartridge, call for service.  
REPLACE DRUM TO  
ENSURE QUALITY  
The photoconductor  
drum’s sensitivity is  
low; the drum should  
be replaced.  
1. For the best print quality, replace the  
photoconductor drum cartridge. See “Replacing  
the Photoconductor Drum Cartridge” on page  
5–33.  
2. If the message continues after you replace the  
drum, call for service.  
YELLOW TONER LOW  
The yellow toner  
cartridge is almost  
empty.  
1. When the print quality begins to degrade, replace  
the yellow toner cartridge. See “Replacing Toner  
Cartridges” on page 5–4.  
2. If the problem continues after you install a new  
cartridge, call for service.  
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Understanding Status Messages  
A status message reports the current printer state. Printing is not affected.  
These messages are informational; you do not have to take any action.  
These are the status messages that you will most likely see.  
READY  
PROCESSING  
PRINTING  
OFFLINE  
POWER SAVER MODE  
WARMING UP  
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Understanding Operator Error Messages  
When you see an error message on the display panel, printing stops and the  
Attention light flashes. You see the error message until the error is resolved  
or until another error is encountered.  
Table of Operator Error Messages  
This table lists the error messages that you may see, gives a brief description  
of the problem, and tells you what to do. When you are instructed to call for  
service, call 1-800-358-6661. See “Requesting Service” on page xiii for further  
information.  
Note: The operator action most likely to solve the problem is listed first.  
Operator Error Messages  
Message  
Problem  
Operator Action  
A1 FUSER ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The fuser is below  
operating temperature.  
1. Make sure that the fuser is installed completely.  
See “Replacing the Fuser” on page 5–19.  
2. Turn the printer off for 1 minute and then turn it  
back on. If the problem continues, go to step 3.  
3. Replace the fuser. See “Replacing the Fuser” on  
page 5–19. If the problem continues after you  
replace the fuser, call for service and report error  
code A1.  
4. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
Note: A fuser can print approximately 60 000 pages  
under normal operating conditions. If you print on  
transparencies, this number becomes smaller.  
A2 FUSER ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The fuser did not warm- 1. Make sure that the fuser is installed completely.  
up correctly.  
See “Replacing the Fuser” on page 5–19.  
2. Turn the printer off for 1 minute and then turn it  
back on. If the problem continues, go to step 3.  
3. Replace the fuser. See “Replacing the Fuser” on  
page 5–19. If the problem continues after you  
replace the fuser, call for service and report error  
code A2.  
4. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
Note: A fuser can print approximately 60 000 pages  
under normal operating conditions. If you print on  
transparencies, this number becomes smaller.  
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Operator Error Messages  
Message  
Problem  
Operator Action  
A3 FUSER ERROR  
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The fuser went above  
the normal operating  
temperature.  
1. Make sure that the fuser is installed completely.  
See “Replacing the Fuser” on page 5–19.  
2. Turn the printer off for 1 minute and then turn it  
back on. If the problem continues, go to step 3.  
3. Replace the fuser. See “Replacing the Fuser” on  
page 5–19. If the problem continues after you  
replace the fuser, call for service and report error  
code A3.  
4. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
Note: A fuser can print approximately 60 000 pages  
under normal operating conditions. If you print on  
transparencies, this number becomes smaller.  
A4 FUSER ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
You tried to turn the  
printer on after a fuser  
failure and before the  
fuser had enough time  
to cool.  
1. Turn off the printer and allow the fuser to cool for a  
minimum of 30 minutes.  
2. Turn the printer on. If the problem continues, go to  
3. Replace the fuser. See “Replacing the Fuser” on  
page 5–19. If the problem continues after you  
replace the fuser, call for service and report error  
code A4.  
4. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
Note: A fuser can print approximately 60 000 pages  
under normal operating conditions. If you print on  
transparencies, this number becomes smaller.  
A5 FUSER ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The fuser failed.  
1. Make sure that the fuser is installed completely.  
See “Replacing the Fuser” on page 5–19.  
2. Turn the printer off for 1 minute and then turn it  
back on. If the problem continues, go to step 3.  
3. Replace the fuser. See “Replacing the Fuser” on  
page 5–19. If the problem continues after you  
replace the fuser, call for service and report error  
code A5.  
4. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
Note: A fuser can print approximately 60 000 pages  
under normal operating conditions. If you print on  
transparencies, this number becomes smaller.  
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Operator Error Messages  
Message  
Problem  
Operator Action  
A6 FUSER ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
One or both of the fuser 1. Make sure that the fuser is installed completely.  
heater elements may  
have failed.  
See “Replacing the Fuser” on page 5–19.  
2. Turn the printer off for 1 minute and then turn it  
back on. If the problem continues, go to step 3.  
3. Replace the fuser. See “Replacing the Fuser” on  
page 5–19. If the problem continues after you  
replace the fuser, call for service and report error  
code A6.  
4. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
Note: A fuser can print approximately 60 000 pages  
under normal operating conditions. If you print on  
transparencies, this number becomes smaller.  
ADD FUSER OIL  
The fuser oil supply is  
empty.  
1. Install a new bottle of fuser oil. See “Replacing the  
Fuser Oil Bottle” on page 5–16.  
2. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
3. If the problem continues, call for service.  
B1 LASER ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The laser beam was  
not detected after the  
laser was activated.  
1. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
on the printer.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service and report  
error code B1.  
B2 LASER ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The laser failed to turn  
on.  
1. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
on the printer.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service and report  
error code B2.  
C5 LASER ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The laser mirror motor  
failed to start.  
1. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
on the printer.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service and report  
error code C5.  
C6 LASER ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The laser mirror motor  
speed is not correct.  
1. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
on the printer.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service and report  
error code C6.  
CLOSE DOOR  
The front door, feeder  
access door, or fuser  
access door is open.  
1. Check that the front door, the feeder access door,  
and the fuser access door are closed and latched.  
2. If any door does not close, check for obstructions.  
3. If the problem continues, call for service.  
D0 MOTOR ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The developer motor is 1. Make sure that all toner cartridges are seated  
not working correctly.  
correctly.  
2. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
on the printer.  
3. If the problem continues, call for service and report  
error code D0.  
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Message  
Problem  
Operator Action  
D2 MOTOR ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The drum motor is not  
working correctly.  
1. Open the front door and top cover. Lower the  
release handle and turn the transfer drum knob  
while you watch the transfer drum rotate.  
2. If the drum does not rotate smoothly, install a new  
photoconductor drum cartridge (see “Replacing  
the Photoconductor Drum Cartridge” on page  
5–33).  
3. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
4. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
on the printer.  
5. If the problem continues after you install a different  
drum, reinstall the original drum, call for service,  
and report error code D2.  
D3 MOTOR ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The main motor is not  
working correctly.  
1. Do the following to check for binds and clear the  
error:  
a. Open the fuser access door and check that the  
fuser is installed completely.  
b. Move the fuser jam-release lever up and down  
several times and check that the fuser rollers  
are not binding. If the rollers are binding,  
replace the fuser. See “Replacing the Fuser” on  
page 5–19.  
2. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
on the printer.  
3. Install a different photoconductor drum cartridge.  
See “Replacing the Photoconductor Drum  
Cartridge” on page 5–33.  
4. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
5. If the problem continues after you install a new  
drum, reinstall the original drum, call for service,  
and report error code D3.  
D4 FAN ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The controller fan is not 1. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
working correctly.  
on the printer.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service and report  
error code D4.  
D5 FAN ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The fuser fan is not  
working correctly.  
1. Make sure that the fan opening is not blocked.  
2. Remove the filter holder. Clean or replace the air  
filter and the ozone filter, if needed. See  
“Replacing the Air and Ozone Filters” on page 8–6.  
3. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
on the printer.  
4. If the problem continues, call for service and report  
error code D5.  
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Message  
Problem  
Operator Action  
D6 FAN ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The electronics fan is  
blocked or failing.  
1. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
on the printer.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service and report  
error code D6.  
E5 ROTARY ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The cartridge rotary  
unit is not rotating  
correctly.  
1. Make sure that each toner cartridge is fully seated.  
2. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
on the printer.  
3. If the problem continues, call for service and report  
error code E5.  
E6 CART. ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
A toner cartridge is  
failing to move into or  
out of print position.  
1. Make sure that all cartridges are installed  
completely.  
2. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
on the printer.  
3. If the problem continues after you perform the  
above steps, identify which cartridge is failing to  
move, if possible. Replace that cartridge. See  
“Replacing Toner Cartridges” on page 5–4. If you  
cannot identify the cartridge, call for service and  
report error code E6.  
4. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
F1 CONTROL ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The DC controller  
detected an internal  
memory error.  
1. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
on the printer.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service and report  
error code F1.  
F2 CONTROL ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The DC controller  
detected an internal  
voltage error.  
1. Check that the printer power cord is securely  
plugged into an approved outlet.  
2. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
on the printer.  
3. If the problem continues, call for service and report  
error code F2.  
F3 CONTROL ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The DC controller  
detected a thermal/  
humidity unit error.  
1. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
on the printer.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service and report  
error code F3.  
F4 SENSOR ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The density detection  
sensor is not working  
correctly.  
1. Clean the density detection sensor. See “Cleaning  
the Window of the Density Detection Sensor” on  
page 8–4.  
2. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
on the printer.  
3. If the problem continues, call for service and report  
error code F4.  
F5 CONTROL ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
There is an internal  
communications  
printer error.  
1. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
on the printer.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service and report  
error code F5.  
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Message  
Problem  
Operator Action  
F6 CONTROL ERROR  
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The DC controller is not 1. Turn off the printer to clear the error and then turn  
working correctly.  
on the printer.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service and report  
error code F6.  
FUSER CLEANER  
BELT FAILURE  
The fuser cleaning belt  
or the belt sensor has  
failed.  
1. Replace the fuser. See “Replacing the Fuser” on  
page 5–19. If the problem continues after you  
replace the fuser, call for service.  
2. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
Note: A fuser can print approximately 60 000 pages  
under normal operating conditions. If you print on  
transparencies, this number becomes smaller.  
FUSER PUMP ERROR  
SEE OP. GUIDE  
The fuser oil pump or  
the oil overflow sensor  
has failed.  
1. Make sure that the fuser is installed completely.  
See “Replacing the Fuser” on page 5–19.  
2. Turn the printer off for 1 minute and then turn it  
back on. If the problem continues, go to step 3.  
3. Replace the fuser. See “Replacing the Fuser” on  
page 5–19. If the problem continues after you  
replace the fuser, call for service.  
4. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
Note: A fuser can print approximately 60 000 pages  
under normal operating conditions. If you print on  
transparencies, this number becomes smaller.  
INSTALL BLACK  
TONER CARTRIDGE  
The black toner  
cartridge is not  
installed.  
1. Install a black toner cartridge. See “Replacing  
Toner Cartridges” on page 5–4.  
2. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
3. If the problem continues, call for service.  
INSTALL CYAN  
TONER CARTRIDGE  
The cyan toner  
cartridge is not  
installed.  
1. Install a cyan toner cartridge. See “Replacing  
Toner Cartridges” on page 5–4.  
2. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
3. If the problem continues, call for service.  
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Operator Error Messages  
Message  
Problem  
Operator Action  
INSTALL FUSER  
UNIT  
The fuser is not  
installed or is not  
installed correctly.  
1. Install a new fuser. See “Replacing the Fuser” on  
page 5–19.  
2. Make sure that the fuser is secured by tightening  
the 2 mounting screws.  
3. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
4. If the problem continues, install another fuser.  
5. If the problem continues after you install another  
fuser, call for service.  
INSTALL MAGENTA  
TONER CARTRIDGE  
The magenta toner  
cartridge is not  
installed.  
1. Install a magenta toner cartridge. See “Replacing  
Toner Cartridges” on page 5–4.  
2. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
3. If the problem continues, call for service.  
INSTALL PHOTO  
DRUM  
The photoconductor  
drum cartridge is not  
installed.  
1. Install the photoconductor drum cartridge. See  
“Replacing the Photoconductor Drum Cartridge”  
on page 5–33. If the drum is installed, make sure  
that it is installed completely and is latched.  
2. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
3. If the problem continues, install another  
photoconductor drum cartridge.  
4. If the problem continues, call for service.  
INSTALL YELLOW  
TONER CARTRIDGE  
The yellow toner  
cartridge is not  
installed.  
1. Install a yellow toner cartridge. See “Replacing  
Toner Cartridges” on page 5–4.  
2. Print a configuration page (see “Printing a  
Configuration Page” on page 4–9) and note the  
print count that it reports. Record this information  
on your Supplies Replacement Log, shown in  
Appendix B.  
3. If the problem continues, call for service.  
LOAD LTR PAPER  
LOAD LGL PAPER  
LOAD A4 PAPER  
Load letter-size paper  
in tray 1 or tray 2.  
1. Load letter-size paper in tray 1 or tray 2. See  
“Loading Paper” on page 3–2.  
2. If the problem continues after you load paper, call  
for service.  
Load legal-size paper  
in tray 1 or tray 2.  
1. Load legal-size paper in tray 1 or tray 2. See  
“Loading Paper” on page 3–2.  
2. If the problem continues after you load paper, call  
for service.  
Load A4-size paper in  
tray 1 or tray 2.  
1. Load A4-size paper in tray 1 or tray 2. See  
“Loading Paper” on page 3–2.  
2. If the problem continues after you load paper, call  
for service.  
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LOAD B5 PAPER  
Load JIS B5-size  
paper in tray 1 or tray 2.  
1. Load JIS B5-size paper in tray 1 or tray 2. See  
“Loading Paper” on page 3–2.  
2. If the problem continues after you load paper, call  
for service.  
LOAD LTR PAPER  
AUXILIARY TRAY  
The auxiliary tray is out 1. Load letter-size paper in the auxiliary tray. See  
of paper.  
“Loading Paper in the Auxiliary Tray” on page 3–6.  
2. If the problem continues after you load paper, call  
for service.  
LOAD LGL PAPER  
AUXILIARY TRAY  
The auxiliary tray is out 1. Load legal-size paper in the auxiliary tray. See  
of paper.  
“Loading Paper in the Auxiliary Tray” on page 3–6.  
2. If the problem continues after you load paper, call  
for service.  
LOAD A4 PAPER  
AUXILIARY TRAY  
The auxiliary tray is out 1. Load A4-size paper in the auxiliary tray. See  
of paper.  
“Loading Paper in the Auxiliary Tray” on page 3–6.  
2. If the problem continues after you load paper, call  
for service.  
LOAD B5 PAPER  
AUXILIARY TRAY  
The auxiliary tray is out 1. Load JIS B5-size paper in the auxiliary tray. See  
of paper.  
“Loading Paper in the Auxiliary Tray” on page 3–6.  
2. If the problem continues after you load paper, call  
for service.  
LOAD LTR PAPER  
IN TRAY 1  
Tray 1 is out of paper.  
1. Load letter-size paper in tray 1. See “Loading  
Paper” on page 3–2.  
2. If the problem continues after you load paper, call  
for service.  
LOAD LGL PAPER  
IN TRAY 1  
Tray 1 is out of paper.  
Tray 1 is out of paper.  
Tray 1 is out of paper.  
Tray 2 is out of paper.  
Tray 2 is out of paper.  
Tray 2 is out of paper.  
1. Load legal-size paper in tray 1. See “Loading  
Paper” on page 3–2.  
2. If the problem continues after you load paper, call  
for service.  
LOAD A4 PAPER  
IN TRAY 1  
1. Load A4-size paper in tray 1. See “Loading Paper”  
on page 3–2.  
2. If the problem continues after you load paper, call  
for service.  
LOAD B5 PAPER  
IN TRAY 1  
1. Load JIS B5-size paper in tray 1. See “Loading  
Paper” on page 3–2.  
2. If the problem continues after you load paper, call  
for service.  
LOAD LTR PAPER  
IN TRAY 2  
1. Load letter-size paper in tray 2. See “Loading  
Paper” on page 3–2.  
2. If the problem continues after loading paper, call  
for service.  
LOAD LGL PAPER  
IN TRAY 2  
1. Load legal-size paper in tray 2. See “Loading  
Paper” on page 3–2.  
2. If the problem continues after you load paper, call  
for service.  
LOAD A4 PAPER  
IN TRAY 2  
1. Load A4-size paper in tray 2. See “Loading Paper”  
on page 3–2.  
2. If the problem continues after you load paper, call  
for service.  
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Message  
Problem  
Tray 2 is out of paper.  
Operator Action  
LOAD B5 PAPER  
IN TRAY 2  
1. Load JIS B5-size paper in tray 2. See “Loading  
Paper” on page 3–2.  
2. If the problem continues after you load paper, call  
for service.  
LOAD LETTER TRANSP.  
AUXILIARY TRAY  
The auxiliary tray is out 1. Load letter-size transparencies in the auxiliary  
of transparencies.  
tray. See “Loading Paper in the Auxiliary Tray” on  
page 3–6.  
2. If the problem continues after you load  
transparencies, call for service.  
LOAD A4 TRANSP.  
AUXILIARY TRAY  
The auxiliary tray is out 1. Load A4-size transparencies in the auxiliary tray.  
of transparencies.  
See “Loading Paper in the Auxiliary Tray” on page  
3–6.  
2. If the problem continues after you load  
transparencies, call for service.  
OFFLINE  
This is an informational 1. If the message does not clear, turn the printer off  
message, unless the  
message does not  
change.  
and on.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service.  
PAPER JAM  
PAPER TOO LONG  
Paper length goes  
above the maximum of  
14 inches.  
1. Clear the jam and reset the printer (see “Clearing  
Paper Jams” on page 6–3).  
2. If the problem continues after clearing the paper  
jam, call for service.  
PAPER JAM AREA 3  
OPEN FRONT DOOR  
Paper is jammed in the  
feeder access area.  
The paper did not  
reach the  
preregistration sensor  
or the leading edge  
sensor in time.  
1. Clear the jam and reset the printer (see “Clearing  
Paper Jams” on page 6–3).  
2. If the problem continues after clearing the paper  
jam, call for service.  
PAPER JAM AREA 2  
OPEN FRONT DOOR  
Paper has jammed in  
the fuser area. Paper  
did not reach the  
1. Clear the jam and reset the printer (see “Clearing  
Paper Jams” on page 6–3).  
2. If the problem continues after clearing the paper  
jam, call for service.  
delivery sensor in time.  
PAPER JAM AREA 1  
OPEN FRONT DOOR  
Paper was not detected 1. Clear the jam and reset the printer (see “Clearing  
on the transfer drum or  
did not separate from  
the transfer drum  
Paper Jams” on page 6–3).  
2. If the problem continues after removing the paper  
jam, call for service.  
correctly. The paper  
was not detected by the  
separation sensor.  
POWER SAVER MODE  
PRINTING  
This is an informational 1. If the message does not clear, turn the printer off  
message, unless the  
message does not  
change.  
and on.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service.  
This is an informational 1. If the message does not clear, turn the printer off  
message, unless the  
message does not  
change.  
and on.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service.  
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Message  
Problem  
Operator Action  
PROCESSING  
This is an informational 1. If the message does not clear, turn the printer off  
message, unless the  
message does not  
change.  
and on.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service.  
REPLACE USED  
TONER BOTTLE  
The used toner bottle is 1. Replace the used toner bottle. See “Replacing the  
full.  
Used Toner Bottle” on page 5–14.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service.  
WARMING UP  
This is an informational 1. If the message does not clear, turn the printer off  
message, unless the  
message does not  
change.  
and on.  
2. If the problem continues, call for service.  
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Cleaning the Outside of the Printer  
This section tells you how to clean the outside of the printer.  
<2-1> CAUTION:  
Switch off printer power and unplug the power cord from the power receptacle.  
Use a soft cloth slightly moistened with water or a mild detergent solution to  
clean the outside of the printer. Do not use any other type of solvents, such as  
alcohol, benzine, or any spray that might damage the finish. When you finish  
cleaning, wipe the cabinet with a dry cloth.  
During the cleaning process, some toner may float in the air inside the printer.  
For a more thorough cleaning, wait a few minutes to let the toner settle and  
then clean again.  
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Cleaning the Paper Path  
This section tells you how to clean the paper path areas in the printer.  
<2-1> CAUTION:  
Switch off printer power and unplug the power cord from the power receptacle.  
Cleaning the Paper Feeder Area  
Paper dust may collect inside the paper feeder area and affect print quality.  
Periodically wipe off the paper feeder area with a soft, clean cloth moistened  
with water. After that, wipe any water residue off with a soft, clean, dry cloth. It  
might help to use a small vacuum cleaner to do this. To open the paper  
feeder, see “Clearing a Paper Jam in Area 3 (Paper Feeder Area)” on page  
6–9.  
Cleaning the Transfer Drum  
Clean the surface of the transfer drum only when it is very dirty. Wipe the  
surface gently with a lint-free cloth. Do not use water or solvents. Do not touch  
the surface with your hand. Be careful not to spill solvents or oil on the  
surface.  
To access the transfer drum, see “Clearing a Paper Jam in Area 1 (Transfer  
Drum Area)” on page 6–4.  
Cleaning the Separation Corona Wire  
When you replace the photoconductor drum cartridge or if you see toner spots  
on your printouts, clean the separation corona wire using the procedure under  
“Cleaning the Separation Corona Wire” on page 5–39.  
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Cleaning the Window of the Density Detection Sensor  
When there is a density detection error, or if the window of the density  
detection sensor is soiled with toner residue or dust, use the following  
procedure to clean the window.  
1. Turn off the printer. Open the front door and top cover to see the window  
of the density detection sensor.  
2. Remove the wire cleaner from inside the printer.  
3. Put the brush end of the wire cleaner on the window surface as shown.  
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4. Clean the surface with the brush and remove any dirt.  
5. After you clean the window, replace the wire cleaner in its storage place  
and close the top cover and the front door. Turn on the printer to resume  
printing.  
Cleaning the Fuser Rollers  
<2-6> CAUTION:  
High temperature. Switch off printer power and allow at least 15 minutes for  
parts in this area to cool before handling.  
Use a lint-free cloth to gently wipe the fuser rollers. This removes any toner  
residue, dust, or lint.  
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Replacing the Air and Ozone Filters  
This section guides you through the following procedures:  
• Replacing the air filter  
• Replacing the ozone filter  
You should replace the air and ozone filters every 60 000 prints. Replacement  
filters are part of the 60 000-page usage kit.  
Use the following procedure to replace the air and ozone filters.  
1. Remove the used air filter.  
a. Using the ridged grip on the top of the air filter holder [1], pull the holder  
out as shown.  
b. Position the inside of the holder so that it is facing you.  
c. Push up on the filter as illustrated to pop the filter [2] out of the holder [1].  
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2. Install the new air filter.  
a. Position the new filter with the embossed side (the side with the serial  
number) facing you.  
b. Push down on the filter [2] as illustrated to slide it under the retaining  
clips on the holder [1].  
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3. Replace the ozone filter.  
a. Grasp the tab [1] on the ozone filter [2], and pull the used filter up and  
out of the holder [3].  
b. Hold the tab [1] on the new ozone filter [2] and lower the filter into the  
holder [3] as shown in the illustration above.  
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4. Reposition the filter holder.  
a. Align the holder [1] so that the pegs on the bottom of it fit in the holes  
on the back of the printer.  
b. Push the holder [1] in until it snaps into place.  
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Replacing the Separation Corona Unit  
This section tells you how to replace the separation corona unit. You should  
replace the separation corona unit every 60 000 prints. A replacement unit is  
part of the 60 000-page usage kit.  
Use the following procedure to replace the separation corona unit.  
1. Remove the old separation corona unit.  
a. Turn off the printer, and open the front door and top cover to see the  
separation corona unit [1].  
b. Use one hand to hold the top cover down slightly for better access to  
the separation corona unit.  
c. Squeeze together the 2 green tabs on the handle of the unit [2]. Slide  
the unit to the back of the printer, as indicated by the arrow on the  
separation corona unit.  
d. Pull the unit away from the plate [3].  
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2. Install the new separation corona unit.  
a. Align the 2 locking tabs on the separation corona unit [1] with the  
keyholes cut out of the plate [3]. (It helps to hold the top cover down  
slightly for better access to the separation corona unit.)  
b. Push the separation corona unit against the plate so that the tabs are  
inserted into the keyholes, as illustrated above.  
c. Being careful not to touch the separation corona wire, use the handle  
[2] to slide the separation corona unit to the front of the printer. Each tab  
locks into the narrow end of its keyhole.  
d. Make sure that the separation corona unit is firmly attached to the plate.  
If it is not, repeat step 2a through step 2c.  
e. Close the top cover and front door.  
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Replacing the Transfer Drum Cleaning Assembly  
This section tells you how to replace the transfer drum cleaning assembly.  
You should replace the transfer drum cleaning assembly every 60 000 prints.  
A replacement assembly is part of the 60 000-page usage kit.  
Use the following procedure to replace the transfer drum cleaning assembly.  
1. Pull the paper feeder out.  
a. Turn off the printer and unplug the power cord from the wall receptacle.  
b. Make sure the auxiliary tray is closed. It must be closed to open the  
feeder access door.  
c. Push up the release latch to open the feeder access door completely.  
d. Pull on the 2 green levers to slide out the paper feeder.  
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2. Remove the cleaning connector cover.  
a. Push in the tab [2] on the front of the connector cover [3] to disengage  
it from its slot [1].  
b. Pivot the cover to the front of the printer and disengage the rear clip [4]  
from its slot [5]. You may have to move the cover from side to side  
several times to disengage the clip. Be careful not to break the clip.  
c. Unplug the connector [6] by pulling on the wires (not by pulling on the  
white connector).  
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3. Remove the used transfer drum cleaning assembly.  
Attention:  
When you remove or install the transfer drum cleaning assembly, do not damage the  
Mylar strip on the top left of the assembly.  
a. Pull the lever on the cleaning assembly [1] slightly toward you and up.  
b. Pivot the transfer drum cleaning assembly toward you, using the  
aligning shaft [2] to guide the cleaning assembly along the slot [3]. Hold  
the cleaning assembly firmly and lift it toward you and out of the printer.  
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4. Install the new transfer drum cleaning assembly.  
a. Position the cleaning assembly lever so that it is pointing straight toward  
you.  
b. Find the 2 tapered guide pins [1] on the transfer drum cleaning  
assembly [3]. Align and insert the guide pins in the 2 holes [2].  
c. Put the aligning shaft [3] in the slot [1]. Pivot the transfer drum cleaning  
assembly away from you along the slot.  
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d. Push the cleaning assembly lever [2] down until it locks into place.  
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5. Replace the cleaning connector cover.  
a. Plug the cleaning connector [5] into the socket [6].  
b. Insert the clip [3] into the slot [4].  
c. Pivot the cover toward the back of the printer.  
d. Align the tab [2] with the slot [1] and push it in until it locks.  
6. Slide the paper feeder back into the printer.  
7. Close the feeder access door.  
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Appendix B. Supplies Replacement Log  
We recommend that you make a photocopy of the log on the next page. When  
you replace one of the listed supplies, use the photocopy to record the date  
and print count. Print a Configuration page to get the print count (see “Printing  
a Configuration Page” on page 4–9).  
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Supplies Replacement Log  
Toner—Cyan  
Print Count  
Date  
Print Count  
Date  
Toner—Magenta  
Print Count  
Date  
Print Count  
Date  
Toner—Yellow  
Print Count  
Date  
Print Count  
Date  
Toner—Black  
Print Count  
Date  
Print Count  
Date  
Photoconductor Drum Cartridge  
Print Count  
Date  
Print Count  
Date  
Fuser Oil Bottle  
Print Count  
Date  
Print Count  
Date  
Fuser  
Print Count  
Date  
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Appendix C. Wiring Diagrams  
These wiring diagrams are for service use only.  
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HVT  
Hz  
high-voltage transformer  
herz  
ac  
alternating current  
ADB  
AIX  
Apple Desktop Bus  
IC  
integrated circuit  
input/output  
Advanced Interactive Executive  
American National Standards Institute  
automatic photoemission control  
centigrade  
I/O  
ANSI  
APC  
C
ipm  
impressions per minute  
Internet package exchange  
IPX  
IPX/SPX  
Internet packet exchange/sequenced  
packet exchange  
CCITT  
Comité Consultatif International  
Télégraphique et Téléphonique  
ISO  
International Organization for  
Standardization  
CCW  
CD-ROM  
CE  
channel command word  
compact disk read-only memory  
customer engineer  
central processing unit  
cyclical redundancy check  
color-rendering dictionary  
cathode-ray tube  
JIS  
K
Japanese Industry Standard  
kilo  
CPU  
CRC  
CRD  
CRT  
CRU  
dB  
KB  
kg  
kilobyte  
kilogram  
laser  
light amplification by stimulated  
emission of radiation  
customer replaceable unit  
decibel  
LED  
LGL  
lpi  
light-emitting diode  
legal  
dc  
direct current  
lines per inch  
DEV  
dpi  
developer  
LPR  
LPT  
MB  
local printer  
dots per inch  
local port  
DRAM  
DTP  
dynamic random access memory  
desktop publishing  
megabyte  
mm  
millimeter  
EBCDIC  
extended binary-coded decimal  
interchange code  
OHP  
OPC  
PC  
overhead projection  
organic photoconductor  
personal computer, photoconductor  
printed circuit board  
printer description file  
pixel  
EC  
engineering change  
EEPROM  
electronically erasable programmable  
read-only memory  
PCB  
PDF  
PEL  
pixel  
POST  
ppi  
EPROM  
erasable programmable read-only  
memory  
ERP  
F
error recovery procedure  
Fahrenheit  
picture element  
power-on self-test  
pixels per inch  
FIFO  
FM  
first in first out  
fan  
ppm  
RAM  
RH  
pages per minute  
random access memory  
relative humidity  
raster-image processor  
reduced instruction set computer  
read-only memory  
FRU  
GDI  
GND  
GUI  
H
field-replaceable unit  
graphics device interface  
ground  
RIP  
graphical user interface  
fuser heater  
RISC  
ROM  
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SCSI  
SEF  
small computer system interface  
short edge feed  
SIMM  
spool  
single inline memory module  
simultaneous peripheral operations  
online  
TCP/IP  
transmission control protocol/Internet  
protocol  
TIFF  
TP  
tagged image file format  
test point  
V ac  
V dc  
volts alternating current  
volts direct current  
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Glossary  
The following terms are defined as they are used in  
this publication. If you do not find the term you need,  
see the IBM Dictionary of Computing, New York,  
McGraw-Hill, 1994, and the IBM Dictionary of  
Printing, G544-3973.  
overheating and ensure that the printer works  
reliably.  
AIX operating system. IBM’s version of the UNIX  
operating system.  
The following cross-references are used in this  
glossary:  
aliasing. Unwanted effects such as Moiré patterns  
in an image. These patterns, called artifacts, look like  
two sets of parallel lines or two halftone screens  
superimposed.  
Deprecated term for refers to a term that should not  
be used and lists the preferred term.  
Contrast with refers to a term that has an opposite  
meaning.  
anti-aliasing. The rendering of hard-edged objects  
so that they blend smoothly into the background.  
See refers to a preferred term with the same  
meaning.  
Apple Desktop Bus (ADB). An interface standard  
for connecting a keyboard, mouse, trackball, or other  
input devices to an Apple Computer Macintosh SE,  
Macintosh II, or Macintosh IIGS computer.  
See also refers to related terms.  
Numerics  
60,000-Page Usage Kit. An air filter, ozone filter,  
transfer drum cleaning assembly, separation corona  
unit, and fuser to be installed in the printer by the  
operator after 60,000 prints. The 60,000-page Usage  
Kit is available for the low-voltage (110 V) and high-  
voltage (220 V) models.  
AppleShare. A network operating system  
developed by Apple Computer, Inc., that transforms  
a Macintosh computer into a file server for an  
AppleTalk network. See also AppleTalk.  
AppleTalk. A local area network (LAN) standard  
developed by Apple Computer, Inc. AppleTalk can  
link as many as 32 Macintosh computers, PCs, and  
peripherals such as laser printers.  
A
actuator. A device that initiates mechanical motion.  
administrator. See network administrator.  
auxiliary tray. A paper feeder tray that holds either  
100 sheets of plain paper (at 80 g/m ) or 20  
transparencies.  
2
Adobe Acrobat Reader. A program used to view  
the online documentation supplied with the printer.  
B
Adobe Illustrator. A professional illustration  
program for Macintosh computers and PCs that  
produces object-oriented images and prints them on  
PostScript laser printers.  
banding. Visible steps between shades in a  
gradient. See also gradient.  
batch printing. The queueing of one or more  
documents to print in a separate job as a background  
process.  
air filter holder. The area on the back of the printer  
that holds the printer’s air filter and gives you access  
to the printer’s ozone filter.  
bias. An electrical charge applied to a component  
of the printer such as the toner cartridge, transfer  
drum, discharge roller, attraction roller, or separation  
air ventilation system. Horizontal slots on the  
back and left sides of the printer that prevent  
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corona unit. The bias can be ac or dc or a  
combination of both.  
CMYK. Cyan, magenta, yellow, and black, the four  
basic colors used in offset printing, as opposed to  
red, green, and blue (RGB), the three basic colors  
of light.  
bindery context. An option that allows you to use  
the printer with Novell NetWare release 4.x. Bindery  
context is explained in the Novell NetWare  
documentation.  
CMYK_REF.PS file. A file consisting of PostScript  
color pages that enable you to specify percentages  
of cyan, magenta, yellow, and black and get an  
exact rendering of those percentages in your  
document.  
bindery emulation mode. See bindery context.  
bitmap. An image formed by a rectangular grid of  
pixels. Each pixel in the grid is assigned a value to  
denote its color. 1-bit images are black and white  
only, 8-bit images are 256 colors or grays, and 24-  
bit images are full color. CMYK images are 32-bit  
per pixel to encode 256 levels in each of 4  
channels. Also called raster image. See also pixel,  
raster, raster image.  
coated paper. Paper with a surface coating  
applied to produce smoothness.  
color lights. The lights on the printer’s density  
control panel that turn green when you choose the  
color next to each light to change the density of that  
color.  
color pages. Pages you can print to see the red,  
green, and blue (RGB); cyan, magenta, yellow, and  
black (CMYK); and PANTONE colors available on  
the printer.  
bond. A paper formulated with at least 80% wood  
pulp. Bond is the best paper to use in the printer.  
burr. A thin ridge or area of roughness produced  
in cutting or shaping metal.  
color reference pages. See color pages.  
C
color-rendering dictionary (CRD). A feature on  
PostScript level-2 color printers that gives improved  
matching between the monitor and printed output.  
Color-rendering dictionaries are used by the  
printer’s PostScript interpreter when converting  
RGB data sent to the printer to CMYK data used by  
the print processor. See also rendering style.  
calibration. The process of ensuring that a device  
works consistently according to a set of  
specifications.  
Calibrator utility. See IBM Color Calibrator.  
cam. A rotating or sliding piece in a mechanical  
linkage used especially in transforming rotary  
motion to linear motion and vice versa.  
color-rendering style. See rendering style.  
COLOR SELECT push button. A button on the  
printer’s density control panel that you press to  
choose a color whose density you want to change.  
cassette. A deprecated term for tray 1 or tray 2 on  
the printer. See universal cassette.  
configuration page. A page you can print to see  
the printer’s current server and device  
configuration.  
caution notice. A notice that calls attention to a  
condition that is potentially dangerous to people.  
Chooser. A Macintosh desktop accessory that  
connector. A means of establishing electrical  
governs the selection of printer drivers.  
flow.  
cleaning connector cover. The electrical  
connector cover for the transfer drum cleaning  
brush.  
consumable supplies. A deprecated term for  
supplies. See supplies.  
container. An entity in a computer such as a  
storage area that holds other entities such as files  
or programs.  
client. In a local area network (LAN), a  
workstation with processing capabilities such as a  
PC that can request information or applications  
from the network’s file server.  
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control unit. The printed circuit board (PCB) that  
supplies the printer’s connection path to the  
customer’s network. The control unit also gives  
commands to the print engine dc controller PCB to  
manipulate the motors, solenoids, and actuators  
during a print cycle. See also actuator, solenoid.  
density of any of the four colors: magenta, cyan,  
yellow, or black.  
density detection sensor. A device on the printer  
containing a light source and a sensor. The density  
detection sensor measures the specific density of  
toner applied to known surface to regulate the  
quantity of toner applied during the print process.  
The reflectance of light on toner varies with the  
density and color of that toner. Thus the density  
detection sensor emits a specific amount of light on  
a toner patch and estimates the density of the toner  
patch by the amount of light reflected from the toner  
patch.  
controller. See control unit.  
corona. See separation corona.  
cursor-position push buttons. The left and right  
arrow buttons that you press to enter text and  
numbers for some menu settings (such as a  
password or a numeric setting).  
density gauge. A row of indicators on the printer’s  
density control panel. When you make a test print,  
the indicator on the gauge goes on to confirm the  
test pattern you chose for the test print: solid colors,  
solid white, gradient, horizontal lines, vertical lines,  
or grid pattern. See also gradient.  
customer CD-ROM. A CD-ROM holding the user  
software for the printer, including the IBM Color  
Calibrator, Downloader, and Spooler utilities and  
the PostScript color pages.  
customer engineer (CE). An IBM representative  
who services IBM products at the customer’s site.  
dequeue. To remove items from a queue.  
Contrast with queue.  
cutout. An area of the printer that is shaped (“cut  
out”) to hold a connecting mechanism such as a tab  
on another part of the printer.  
desktop. In a graphical user interface (GUI), a  
computer representation of day-to-day work; for  
example, a desktop with open file folders.  
D
desktop publishing (DTP). The use of a PC or  
other platform as an inexpensive production system  
for generating typeset-quality text and graphics.  
daemon. A software program that runs  
unattended.  
dialog box. In a graphical user interface (GUI), an  
on-screen message box that interacts with the user  
to convey or request information. See also  
graphical user interface (GUI).  
danger notice. A notice used to call attention to a  
condition that is potentially deadly or extremely  
dangerous to people.  
dedicated file server. In a local area network  
(LAN), a file server whose function is to provide  
services to the users of the network and to run the  
network operating system.  
diagnostic mode. A mode of operation in which  
the printer can check itself in case of a problem.  
Direct queue. A storage area for the printer that  
supplies a direct connection to the printer. When  
you submit a job to the Direct queue, the printer  
accepts the job when it is ready to print the job.  
Jobs in the Direct queue are not stored on the  
printer’s hard disk and are not spooled. See also  
Hold queue, Print Queue, Printed queue, spooling.  
densitometer. An instrument that measures  
density according to a specified standard. Status T  
and XRite densitometers are two such color  
calibration devices.  
density. A precise measurement of the light  
energy transmitted or reflected by a surface in the  
presence of a standard light source.  
discharging. The application of ac bias by the  
printer’s discharge roller to remove any charges  
remaining on the transfer drum surface after  
separation of the paper.  
density control panel. The set of controls on the  
back of the printer that enable you to adjust the  
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diskette. A thin, flexible, magnetic disk enclosed  
in a protective jacket.  
Ethernet. A 10-megabit, baseband local area  
network (LAN) that allows multiple stations to  
access the transmission medium at will without  
previous coordination, avoids contention by using  
carrier sense and deference, and resolves  
contention by using collision detection and  
transmission.  
display panel. The area on the printer where  
information such as error messages is displayed.  
dots per inch (dpi). The number of dots that can  
be printed per inch by a laser printer. Each dot is  
either on or off, printed or not printed. See also  
pixels per inch (ppi).  
F
Downloader utility. See IBM Color Downloader.  
feeder. See paper feeder.  
driver. A disk file that holds information needed to  
operate a peripheral such as a computer monitor or  
printer.  
feeder access door. A door on the upper right  
side of the printer that gives you access to the  
paper feeder area to remove jammed paper, do  
maintenance tasks, or replace the transfer drum  
cleaning unit.  
duplex printing. Printing or reproducing a  
document on both sides of the page so that the  
verso (left) and recto (right) pages face each other  
after the document is bound.  
feeder access door on tray 2 paper feeder. A  
door on the optional tray 2 paper feeder that gives  
you access to the tray 2 paper feeder area to  
remove jammed paper.  
E
file server. In a local area network, a PC that  
provides access to files for all the workstations in  
the network.  
electrostatic latent image. The image formed on  
the photoconductor drum surface by a negative  
charge where the laser beam has not irradiated.  
folder. A file used to store documents  
electronically.  
encapsulated PostScript. Any file containing the  
PostScript page-description language that  
conforms to Adobe 2.0 document-structuring  
conventions and the Adobe conventions that allow  
the file to be included by other applications.  
font. A family of characters of a given size and  
style.  
format. The size, style, kind of page, margins,  
end user. A person, device, program, or computer  
system that uses a computer network for data  
processing and information exchange.  
printing needs, and other aspects of a printed page.  
frame. The bits in a packet that are assigned to  
control and synchronize data transfer over a  
network. See also packet.  
enqueue. To put items in a queue. Contrast with  
dequeue.  
fuser. The part of the printer that uses heat and  
pressure to embed toner into the fibers of paper  
and make a permanent bond.  
error log. A file in the printer that stores error  
messages for later access.  
error message. An operator message that you  
see on the display panel and that causes the  
Attention light to flash. Error messages are listed in  
the Operator’s Guide.  
fuser access door. A door on the upper right side  
of the printer that gives you access to the paper  
output area to remove jammed paper and replace  
the fuser.  
\ETC\HOSTS file. A file that allows you correlate  
TCP/IP addresses with the names of the devices  
(such as printers, workstations, and PCs) those  
addresses represent. See also TCP/IP.  
fuser access strap. A strap on the fuser access  
door that is attached to the upper locking tab on the  
printer’s frame to keep the door from dropping down  
when you open it.  
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fuser cleaning belt. Part of the mechanism on  
the fuser cleaning unit that cleans the fuser upper  
roller.  
grayscale. A series of shades from white to black.  
H
fuser jam-release lever. A lever to the right of the  
paper guide inside the printer that is used to pump  
fuser oil from the oil bottle and to free jammed  
paper in the fuser area.  
halftone. A printing method that simulates  
continuous-tone shading using dots of varying sizes  
laid out on a regular grid. Larger dots simulate  
darker tones and vice versa.  
fuser nip width check. A procedure done by the  
customer engineer (CE) to get a specific  
measurement that shows if the right fuser roller  
pressure is supplied during the fusing process.  
help map. A document you can print to guide you  
to the printer’s operator panel, push buttons, and  
panel lights. The help map lists the menus and tells  
you how to access each menu.  
fuser oil. Oil that helps the release of paper from  
fuser rollers.  
Hold queue. A job storage area for the printer.  
When you submit a job to the Hold queue, the  
printer gets the job immediately and stores it on the  
hard disk. Jobs in the Hold queue do not print or  
clear from the printer until someone uses the IBM  
Color Spooler to move them to the Print queue or to  
discard them from the printer’s hard disk. See also  
Direct queue, Print queue, Printed queue, spooling.  
fuser oil bottle. A bottle inside the front door of  
the printer that holds the fuser oil. See also fuser oil.  
fuser rollers. The hardware devices used to  
transfer the heat and pressure needed for the toned  
image on the paper during the fusing process.  
fuser slide plate. A metal plate in the printer onto  
which you slide a fuser when installing it in the  
printer.  
I
IBM Color Calibrator. A software utility program  
that enables you to keep the printer’s colors at a  
consistent performance level across time.  
G
gateway address. The computer location of a  
device that connects two dissimilar local area  
networks (LANs) or that connects a LAN to a wide  
area network (WAN), minicomputer, or mainframe.  
IBM Color Downloader. A software utility  
program that enables you to print PostScript and  
encapsulated PostScript files directly to the printer  
without using the application in which the files were  
created. Printing with the Downloader is faster than  
printing from applications and also enables you to  
manage the printer fonts installed on the printer.  
gradient. A test print that shows an image with  
multiple stripes that begin in full color on one end  
and gradually reduce the color content to nearly  
zero so that only the white paper is visible on the  
other end.  
IBM Color Spooler. A software utility program  
that enables you to view the order and priority of  
print jobs, customize printer settings for jobs, delete  
jobs, and move jobs between queues. You can also  
use the Calibrator to see a list of the jobs the printer  
has finished.  
graphical user interface (GUI). A design for the  
part of a software program that interacts with the  
user and takes advantage of the bitmapped  
graphics displays of PCs. A GUI uses pull-down  
menus, dialog boxes, icons, and a variety of visually  
attractive on-screen typefaces. See also icon.  
icon. In a graphical user interface (GUI), an on-  
screen symbol that represents a function or  
resource of the software program or computer  
hardware. See also graphical user interface (GUI).  
graphics device interface (GDI). The graphics  
and display technology used on computers running  
the Windows operating system. GDI is the  
equivalent of the PostScript language that sends  
words and pictures to the printer.  
ISO sizes. A set of paper sizes used in data  
processing and chosen from paper sizes that are  
standardized by the International Organization for  
Standardization (ISO).  
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Internet. A wide area network (WAN) connecting  
thousands of disparate networks in business,  
technology, education, government, entertainment,  
and research. The Internet uses the TCP/IP as the  
standard for transmitting information. See also  
TCP/IP.  
latent toned image. See electrostatic latent  
image.  
lens. A piece of transparent material such as  
glass that has two opposite regular surfaces, either  
both curved or one curved and the other flat. A lens  
is used either singly or combined in an optical  
instrument for forming an image by focusing rays of  
light.  
Internet address. The numbering system used in  
TCP/IP internetwork communications to specify a  
network or host computer on a network. See also  
TCP/IP.  
local area network (LAN). A network of  
workstations within a limited area connected by  
high-performance cables so that users can  
exchange information, share peripherals such as  
printers, and have access to the resources of a  
secondary storage unit called a file server. See also  
file server.  
J
jam. See paper jam.  
job. The result of a command to desktop  
publishing software to print a document. The  
PostScript language allows for single PostScript  
files holding multiple jobs and single jobs spread  
over multiple files.  
M
megabyte (MB). 1,024,000 bytes.  
job log. A list of the printer’s last 40 jobs. The job  
log includes information such as user name,  
document name, time and date printed, and  
number of pages printed for each job.  
menu-scrolling push buttons. The up and  
arrow buttons that you press to scroll through the  
menus on the printer’s display panel.  
microcode. The microprogramming stored on a  
microcode diskette. Microcode is used by the  
controller to manage the printer and its functions.  
jumper. A short wire used to close a break or cut  
out part of a circuit.  
Microsoft Excel A graphics-oriented  
spreadsheet program developed by Microsoft  
Corporation for IBM PC-compatible computers and  
Macintosh computers.  
K
kilobyte (KB). 1024 bytes.  
monitor style. A rendering style that produces  
color similar to the color on a computer monitor.  
See also photographic style, presentation style, and  
solid-color style.  
L
landscape orientation. Text and images that are  
printed parallel to the longer side of the paper.  
Contrast with portrait orientation.  
multifeed. A condition in which more than one  
sheet of paper at a time is inserted into the printer’s  
feed roller. A multifeed prevention mechanism on  
the printer separates the extra sheets to correct the  
condition.  
laser (light amplification by stimulated emission  
of radiation). A device that emits a beam of  
coherent light.  
laser diode. A laser that uses a forward-biased  
semiconductor junction as the active medium.  
N
laser interlock. The mechanical blockage of the  
laser beam when the printer’s front door is open.  
The front door panel has a plastic protrusion that  
fits into an opening in the printer and mechanically  
forces the interlock open.  
named color. A color that is defined according to  
a custom color system. For example, PANTONE  
107C is a named color.  
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native file format. The default file format an  
application uses to store data on disk.  
bar has completely disappeared, it is time to add  
paper to the tray.  
NET_WSCK.INI file. A file used by the utilities  
running over the TCP/IP and IPX/SPX protocols to  
find printers on the network.  
paper feeder. The mechanism that inserts paper  
into the printer.  
paper guides. Guides on the auxiliary tray that  
adjust the width of the tray to fit the paper, and  
guides on the paper feeder trays that adjust both  
the width and the length of the tray to fit the paper.  
network administrator. In a local area network  
(LAN), the person responsible for maintaining the  
network and helping its users.  
Novell NetWare. A network operating system for  
80286- and 80386-based DOS computers.  
paper jam. A condition in which paper wedged  
into the paper path prevents the printer from  
working.  
NuBus. Apple Computer’s hardware standard for  
expansion cards.  
paper path. The entire route that paper travels  
through the printer during processing.  
O
paper-size indicator. A bar on the front of the  
printer that tells you the size of the paper in the  
printer.  
offset. An unintentional transfer of ink such as  
from a freshly printed page.  
PANTONE Matching System. A standard color-  
selection system for professional color printing that  
works with high-end illustration programs like  
Adobe Illustrator and PageMaker 4.0.  
operating environment. The physical  
environment of the printer; for example,  
temperature, humidity, layout, and power source.  
operator panel. The area on the front of the  
printer with lights, push buttons, and a display panel  
that help you use the printer.  
PANTONEC.PS. A PANTONE coded file that  
allows you to choose a named PANTONE color for  
a document rather than CMYK percentages. See  
also CMYK_REF.PS file, named color, PANTONE  
Matching System.  
optical character recognition (OCR). The  
conversion of scanned text to editable ASCII  
characters using optical recognition software.  
PANTONEU.PS. A PANTONE uncoded file that  
allows you to choose a named PANTONE color for  
a document rather than CMYK percentages. See  
also CMYK_REF.PS file, named color, PANTONE  
Matching System.  
optional tray 2 paper feeder. A tray for feeding  
paper to the printer that comes with a universal  
cassette and two locking pins to fasten it to the  
printer. See also universal cassette.  
parallel-attached. See parallel printer.  
P
parallel port. A port that supplies the  
synchronous, high-speed flow of data along parallel  
lines to peripheral devices, especially parallel  
printers. See also parallel printer.  
packet. A block of data bytes that contains a  
header, data, and a trailer. The format of a packet  
depends on the network protocol used to transfer  
the data. See also frame.  
parallel printer. A printer designed to be  
connected to a computer’s parallel port. See also  
parallel port.  
PageMaker. A popular page layout program for  
Windows and Macintosh computers typically used  
for generating documents such as newsletters,  
brochures, reports, and books.  
pel. See pixel.  
photoconductor drum. A light-sensitive surface  
that when electrically charged can be discharged by  
the laser light beam. The remaining charged area  
paper-amount indicator. A blue bar on the front  
of the printer below the front door. When the blue  
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attracts applied toner particles from the toner  
cartridge and transfers the particles to the paper to  
produce a latent toned image. See also  
electrostatic latent image.  
port. An entry or exit boundary mechanism that  
controls and synchronizes the flow of data into and  
out of a processor from and to external devices  
such as printers and modems.  
photoconductor drum cartridge. A customer-  
replaceable unit (CRU) that holds the  
photoconductor. See also photoconductor drum.  
portrait orientation. Text and images that are  
printed parallel to the wider side of the paper.  
Contrast with landscape orientation.  
photoconductor drum cover. A cover that holds  
the used toner bottle in place on the  
photoconductor drum cartridge.  
PostScript. The page-description language  
developed by Adobe Systems that has become a  
standard for graphic design and layout software.  
PostScript files can hold both vector and raster  
data, and fonts are defined with PostScript coding.  
Many desktop publishing systems output PostScript  
data that is interpreted by a laser printer.  
photoconductor drum shield. The orange cover  
installed on the photoconductor drum cartridge that  
protects the photoconductive surface from light  
when the cartridge is not installed in the printer. See  
also photoconductor drum cartridge.  
PostScript level 2. The current version of  
PostScript language that is used to print and display  
pictures and text. PostScript level 2 includes many  
enhancements to older versions of PostScript,  
including improved color matching and the ability to  
control printer-specific features from applications.  
photodiode. A photoelectric semiconductor  
device for detecting and measuring radiant energy  
such as light.  
photographic style. A rendering style that  
preserves tonal relationships in images.  
Unprintable colors are mapped to printable colors in  
a way that keeps differences in lightness and  
slightly sacrifices color accuracy as necessary.  
Power Saver. A mechanism on the printer that  
sets the amount of time the printer stays idle before  
changing to a lower power-consumption mode.  
power-on self-test (POST). A series of electrical  
and mechanical tests made by the printer. If the  
tests reveal an electrical or mechanical problem,  
you see an error message on the display panel.  
photosensitive drum. A deprecated term for  
photoconductor drum. See photoconductor drum.  
PICT. A Macintosh graphics file format developed  
by Apple Computer. PICT files consist of separate  
graphics objects like lines, arcs, ovals, or  
rectangles that you can independently edit, size,  
move, or color.  
presentation style. A rendering style that does  
not match printed colors to displayed colors  
precisely. Presentation rendering is used for bright  
saturated colors in illustrations and graphs.  
pixel (pel). (1) The smallest distinct element of a  
raster image or an image displayed on a monitor.  
(2) The elementary graphical cell that constitutes an  
image. (3) An element of a raster pattern or a point  
where a toned area on a photoconductor can  
appear.  
print job. See job.  
print mode. The working mode in which the  
printer gets information from the controlling  
computer system and produces printouts. Contrast  
with diagnostic mode and test mode.  
pixels per inch (ppi). The number of pixels per  
linear inch. Unlike dots, which are bilevel entities,  
pixels can hold multiple levels of information. See  
also dots per inch, pixel.  
print quality. The quality of printouts in relation to  
existing standards and to printouts from earlier jobs.  
Print queue. A storage area for the printer that  
supplies a job storage, queueing, and spooling.  
When you submit a job to the Print queue, the  
printer gets the job immediately and stores it on the  
printer’s hard disk. Jobs in the Print queue print in  
the order the printer receives them. You can use  
the IBM Color Spooler to move jobs from the Print  
point. A unit of about 1/72 of an inch that is used  
to measure typefaces.  
point size. See point.  
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queue to the Hold queue or to discard them.  
Finished jobs in the Print queue are automatically  
moved to the Printed queue if it is enabled. See  
also IBM Color Spooler.  
raster image processor (RIP). A computer  
processor that renders PostScript instructions into  
dot patterns that are transferred to the final print  
medium. Most RIPs use reduced instruction set  
computer (RISC) processors to achieve extremely  
high throughput. A RIP typically includes a  
substantial amount of RAM to store the image as it  
is formed and a hard disk to buffer multiple pages.  
See also “ripping.”  
Printed queue. A storage area for the printer that  
moves a finished job from the Print queue to the  
Printed queue for temporary storage. You can then  
use the IBM Color Spooler to move the job into the  
Print queue or the Hold queue, or to discard it from  
the printer’s hard disk. See also IBM Color Spooler.  
red, green, blue (RGB). The colors of computer  
monitor phosphors. RGB images are for monitor  
display only and are converted to CMYK images  
before printing.  
primary charging. The uniform charging of the  
photoconductor drum cartridge with negative  
potential.  
registration. In printing, the relative print positions  
of images that are printed at different times. For  
example, when you print on preprinted forms, the  
registration is good if the new image is aligned  
correctly with the preprinted image. Print that  
extends beyond box edges and text that overlaps  
other text are examples of poor registration.  
process color. A mixture of CMYK inks that  
simulates a specified color. Process color is the  
traditional method for reproducing continuous-tone  
color images. See also spot color.  
protocol adapter. A device for attaching a printer  
to a token-ring network through a parallel port. The  
AXIS Protocol Adapter: Token Ring, available from  
retail suppliers, is the recommended device. See  
also token-ring network.  
rendering style. A feature of the printer’s color  
management software that enables the best  
possible translation of color from one color device  
to another. The color-rendering styles that you can  
choose using their respective color-rendering  
dictionary (CRD) name are monitor, photographic,  
presentation, and solid color. See also rendering  
style, monitor style, photographic style,  
Q
QuarkXPress. A page layout program developed  
by Quark, Inc., for Macintosh computers and PCs  
that accepts documents of unlimited length and  
includes many word processing functions.  
presentation style, solid-color style.  
relocation kit. The packaging and instructions  
you need to safely move the printer a substantial  
distance.  
Quickdraw. The graphics and display technology  
built into Macintosh computers. Quickdraw is the  
equivalent of the PostScript language to send  
words and pictures to printers.  
rendering. See color-rendering style,  
photographic rendering.  
“ripping.” Raster-image processing. See also  
raster-image processor.  
R
raster. (1) On a computer monitor or television  
screen, the horizontal pattern of lines that forms the  
image. (2) A pattern of dots that consist of different  
data depths. For example, images with only black-  
and-white values are 1-bit (on or off), grayscale  
images are 8-bit (256 levels), RGB images are 24-  
bit (3 channels of 8 bits each), and CMYK images  
are 32-bit (4 channels.) Also called a bitmap.  
route power cable. A cable that connects the  
power outlet on the optional tray 2 paper feeder  
with the power receptacle on the body of the printer.  
S
scanner. A device that examines OCR, MICR, or  
bar code patterns, generates electrical signals  
corresponding to the patterns, and sends the  
signals to a computer for processing.  
raster image. A series of pixels arranged in scan  
lines to form an image.  
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scatter. To cause a beam of radiation to diffuse or  
simplex printing. Printing or reproducing in which  
disperse.  
only one side of the page is printed or reproduced.  
security paper. Specially formulated paper used  
for negotiable documents like checks to prevent  
fraud.  
small computer system interface (SCSI). A  
standard for attaching peripheral hardware to  
computers.  
separation. The process of separating a color  
image into cyan, magenta, yellow, and black, the  
primary color components for printing.  
soft font. A printer font that must be transferred  
from a computer’s or printer’s hard disk to the  
printer’s random access memory (RAM) before the  
printer can use the font. Also called downloadable  
font.  
separation corona. The unit in the printer that  
electrically charges paper to attract photoconductor  
toner onto the paper. The separation corona has a  
thin, electrically charged wire inside a metal tube  
with a narrow opening.  
solenoid. An electrical conductor wound as a  
helix with a small pitch or as two or more coaxial  
helixes.  
separation corona mode. The voltage control  
mode for the separation corona. You can adjust the  
mode on the printer’s density gauge to resolve print  
quality problems by choosing voltage control on,  
off, or on or off in response to the environment. See  
also density control panel, density gauge,  
separation voltage.  
solid-color style. A rendering style that maps  
unprintable colors to the closest printable colors  
when color accuracy is crucial. See also color-  
rendering style, photographic rendering, and  
presentation rendering.  
Spooler utility. See IBM Color Spooler.  
spooling. The use of auxiliary storage as buffer  
storage to reduce processing delays when  
transferring data between peripheral equipment  
and the processors of a computer.  
separation voltage. The ac corona charges  
applied in the separation charging unit to prevent  
image distortion in low-temperature, low-humidity  
environments. See also separation corona,  
separation corona mode.  
spot color. Individual colored inks formulated to  
match a specified color exactly. See also process  
color.  
server. See file server.  
SETUP.EXE file. The file used to run a utility such  
as the IBM Color Downloader.  
star network. A local area network (LAN) with a  
centralized topology and the physical layout of a  
star. See also Ethernet, token-ring network.  
side-registration adjustment dial. A dial at the  
back of the printer that adjusts the side registration  
of the tray 2 paper feeder.  
status message. An operator message that you  
see on the display panel reporting on the current  
state of the printer.  
single inline memory module (SIMM). A plug-in  
memory module holding all the chips needed to add  
256K or 1M of random access memory (RAM) to a  
computer.  
subnet mask. A filter for Internet protocol (IP)  
addresses that allows those addresses local to the  
network to be visible to the printer.  
supplies replacement log. A form provided in the  
Operator’s Guide on which you note printer  
supplies you replace and the date and print count at  
the time you replace them.  
shipping spacers. Any of several kinds of  
materials used to secure parts of the printer during  
shipping.  
side output tray. When open, a tray that receives  
SyQuest. A hard disk with removable media that  
is useful for the rapid transfer of large files between  
systems.  
printouts faceup. The side output tray holds  
approximately 20 sheets of plain paper at 80 g/m .  
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toner cartridge position mark. A mark on the  
printer’s turret that you use to align with the arrow  
on a toner cartridge.  
T
tagged image file format (TIFF). A bitmapped  
graphics format for scanned images of up to 300  
dpi.  
toner projection development. The process in  
which, when the area on the printer’s  
photoconductor drum cartridge that is irradiated by  
the laser beam comes close to the negatively  
charged toner on the cylinder, the difference in  
potential causes the toner to jump across and  
adhere to the drum surface.  
TCP/IP transmission control protocol/Internet  
protocol. The standard used by the Internet for  
transmitting information.  
telnet. In TCP/IP, an application protocol that  
allows a user at one site to access a remote system  
as if the user’s computer were locally attached.  
Telnet uses TCP as the underlying protocol. See  
also TCP/IP.  
topology. The geometric arrangement of nodes  
and cable links in a local area network (LAN).  
top output tray. When the side output tray is  
closed, a tray that receives printouts facedown. The  
top output tray holds approximately 20 sheets of  
test mode. The operational mode in which the  
printer can produce print samples, accept  
configuration changes, and control traces.  
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plain paper at 80 g/m .  
torque. A force that produces rotation or torsion.  
test page. A page you can print to see samples of  
color and grayscale on the printer.  
trailing edge. The edge of the paper that goes  
into the printer last as it is inserted by the paper  
feeder.  
text orientation. The position of text as a  
combination of print direction and baseline  
direction. See also orientation.  
transceiver chip. Semiconductor material used  
for transmitting and receiving signals.  
thermistor. A semiconductor device whose  
electric resistance is dependent on temperature.  
transfer drum. The part of the printer where a  
toned image on the photoconductor drum is  
transferred to the paper.  
token. In a local area network (LAN), a message  
or bit pattern that signifies permission to transmit.  
The token is passed successively from one  
workstation to another to indicate the workstation  
temporarily in control of the transmission medium.  
See also token-ring network.  
transfer sheet. A special plastic-like material that  
surrounds the transfer drum and can maintain an  
electrical charge for paper attraction and image  
transfer. See also transfer drum.  
token-ring network. A local area network (LAN)  
with an architecture that combines token-passing  
with a hybrid star-and-ring topology. See also  
Ethernet, star network, token.  
transmission control protocol/Internet protocol  
(TCP/IP). The standard used by the Internet for  
transmitting information.  
transparency. An acetate sheet that holds  
information to be shown by an overhead projector.  
toner. In color printing, the material that forms an  
image on paper. Toner adheres to the exposed  
areas on the photoconductor drum during the  
developing process and is then transferred to the  
paper to form the developed image on the paper.  
transparency film. See transparency.  
tray. A receptacle to store paper or transparencies  
for printing. The printer has three trays: tray 1 used  
for paper, tray 2 used for paper, and an auxiliary  
tray used for paper and transparencies.  
toner cartridge. A cylindrical unit that supplies  
the toner for one of the four colors (cyan, magenta,  
yellow, and black) used for color printing. Four toner  
cartridges fit in the printer’s turret. See also turret.  
TrueType. A font technology that offers scalable  
fonts to Macintosh and Windows systems for  
display on monitors and for use on printers.  
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turret. A rotating device in the printer that  
positions a selected toner cartridge for transferring  
toner to the photoconductor drum.  
and serves as an access point to shared network  
resources.  
Z
turret rotation knob. The knob on the printer’s  
turret that you push and turn to replace a toner  
cartridge.  
zone. In a local area network (LAN), a subgroup of  
networked workstations set aside and named by  
the network administrator to be treated as a group.  
U
universal paper cassette. A receptacle that fits  
into the printer’s tray 1 paper feeder or optional tray  
2 paper feeder. The universal paper cassette  
accepts Letter, Legal, A4, and JIS B5 paper sizes,  
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and holds about 250 sheets (at 80 g/m ) of plain  
paper.  
used-toner bottle. A bottle on the inside of the  
printer’s front door that receives excess toner not  
fused during the print cycle.  
V
vector. Absolute coordinate points and lines in  
space. PostScript files can hold vector graphics  
(also called object-oriented artwork). Vector files  
are converted to rasters in a raster image processor  
(RIP) during printing, giving the vector graphics  
device independence.  
vector image. Graphics created on computers in  
which the pixels are defined mathematically as lines  
or curves between points. Graphics created in  
illustration and page layout applications are also  
vector images.  
W
warning message. An operator message that  
causes the Attention light to flash to alert you to an  
upcoming problem. You press ENTER to see the  
message on the display panel. See also error  
message, status message.  
wire cleaner. A small metal tool stored inside the  
printer and used to clean the separation corona  
wire and the window of the density detection  
sensor.  
workstation. In a local area network (LAN), a  
desktop computer that runs application programs  
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holder 1–9, 8–6  
replacing 8–6 to 8–7  
air ventilation slots 1–9  
arrow push buttons 4–4  
Attention light  
Symbols  
+ symbol on display panel 4–4  
–/+ push button 1–12, 6–22, 6–26  
←→ push buttons 4–4  
flashing 7–5, 7–8  
location 4–2  
↑↓ push buttons 4–4  
attention safety notice xii  
audience of manual xi  
Auto Select, selecting from Printer Setup menu 4–15  
auxiliary tray  
Numerics  
60 000 usage kit  
installing  
capacity  
paper 3–6  
transparencies 3–9  
closing 3–12  
air filter 8–6  
fuser 5–19  
ozone filter 8–6  
loading  
separation corona unit 8–10  
transfer drum cleaning assembly 8–12  
ordering 1–5  
paper 3–6 to 3–8  
transparencies 3–9  
location 1–7  
opening 3–6  
A
paper guides 3–7, 3–8  
paper-limit mark 3–8  
selecting from Printer Setup menu 4–15  
A4-size paper  
border width 2–4  
choosing from the Printer Setup menu 4–15  
error message 7–14, 7–15  
loading  
B
B5-size paper  
auxiliary tray 3–6  
tray 1 or tray 2 3–2  
border width 2–4  
choosing from the Printer Setup menu 4–15  
error message 7–15, 7–16  
loading  
A4-size transparencies  
border width 2–4  
error message 7–16  
loading in auxiliary tray 3–6  
abbreviations X–1  
auxiliary tray 3–6  
tray 1 or tray 2 3–2  
bag, toner cartridge 5–7, 5–9  
belt, cleaning 7–6, 7–13  
black lines on printout 6–16  
black printout problem 6–15  
black spots on printout 6–18  
black toner cartridge  
error message 7–6, 7–13  
ordering 1–4  
See also toner cartridge  
blank printout problem 6–14  
blue bar on the paper amount indicator 3–2  
borders, width measurements 2–4  
ACA POST error messages 7–3  
acceptable paper 2–2  
access door  
feeder (tray 1) 1–7  
feeder (tray 2) 1–7  
fuser 1–7  
acronyms X–1  
adding paper. See loading paper  
adhesive paper 2–3  
adjustment dial, left-side registration 1–9  
aerosol spray, effects on toner cartridges 5–2  
air filter  
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bottle  
cover, fuser oil 1–10  
color mode, setting from Printer Setup menu 4–16  
color pages, printing 4–10  
color problem on printout 6–19  
COLOR SELECT push button 1–12  
configuration page, printing 4–9  
consumables. See supplies  
control panel  
fuser oil 1–6  
oil recycle 5–19  
used toner 1–10  
brush, density detection sensor cleaning 8–4  
Busy light 4–2  
button, release 3–3  
See also push button  
density. See density control panel  
operator. See operator panel  
control push button  
Cursor Position 4–4  
Enter 4–4  
C
Menu 4–3  
Menu Scrolling 4–4  
corona. See separation corona unit  
corrosive gases, effects on toner cartridges 5–2  
cover  
cable, route power  
tray 1 1–7  
tray 2 1–9  
Cancel push button 4–3  
cancelling a print job 4–5  
capacity  
cleaning connector 8–13  
developing cylinder 5–10  
fuser oil bottle 1–10  
paper guide 6–7, 6–8  
photoconductor drum 5–14  
top 1–6  
auxiliary tray  
paper 3–6  
transparencies 3–9  
side output tray 3–13  
top output tray 3–15  
tray 1 or tray 2 3–2  
cover page, setting from Printer Setup menu 4–16  
curling  
paper 2–5, 3–8  
transparencies 3–13  
Cursor Position push buttons 4–4  
cyan toner cartridge  
carbon paper 2–3  
cartridge, toner. See toner cartridge  
cassette, paper  
feature 1–3  
tray 1 1–7  
tray 2 1–7  
error message 7–6, 7–13  
ordering 1–4  
See also tray 1, tray 2  
casters, printer stand 5–20  
caution safety notice xii  
changing a password 4–21  
choosing  
See also toner cartridge  
D
output delivery 3–13 to 3–15  
paper 2–2 to 2–3  
Clean Earth Campaign 5–13, 5–38  
cleaning  
danger safety notice xii  
dark image on printout 6–14  
date, changing in System Setup menu 4–20  
DC controller error message 7–12 to 7–13  
default settings, defining for the printer 4–11  
deleting a password 4–13  
density control panel  
density detection sensor window 8–4 to 8–5  
fusing rollers 8–5  
paper feeder area 8–3  
separation corona wire 5–39 to 5–40  
transfer drum 8–3  
adjusting color density 6–22  
location 1–9  
cleaning belt, error message 7–6, 7–13  
cleaning connector cover  
removing 8–13  
parts 1–12  
printing a test print 6–24 to 6–25  
density detection  
replacing 8–17  
error 7–6, 8–4  
Clear Log/Queues Setup menu 4–11  
CMYK, color lights 1–12  
coated paper 2–2  
collated documents 3–15  
color density, adjusting 6–22 to 6–23  
color distortion on printout 6–19  
color light on the density control panel 1–12  
color markers, toner cartridge 5–6, 5–8  
sensor  
cleaning 8–4 to 8–5  
error message 7–6, 7–12  
location 6–4, 8–4  
density gauge 1–12, 6–26  
description of printer 1–2  
developing cylinder cover 5–10  
diagram, wiring Appendix C–1  
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dial, left-side registration adjustment 1–9  
dirty printout 6–15, 6–16  
display panel  
feeder access door  
opening 5–24  
tray 1 1–7, 6–9  
choosing a menu setting 4–7  
location 4–3  
navigating the menus 4–7  
disposal of materials xiii  
See also recycling  
tray 2 1–7  
feeder, paper. See paper feeder  
film. See transparencies  
filter  
air, replacing 8–6 to 8–7  
holder, air 1–9  
ozone, replacing 8–6 to 8–9  
fingerprints on transparencies 2–6  
fixer. See fuser  
distorted image on printout 6–18  
door  
close door error message 7–10  
closing problem 6–2  
feeder access (tray 1) 1–7  
feeder access (tray 2) 1–7  
front 1–7  
font page, printing 4–8, 4–10  
front door  
laser interlock 6–14  
fuser access 1–7  
location 1–7  
handle, photoconductor drum cartridge 1–11  
DRAM POST error messages 7–3  
drum knob, transfer 1–10  
drying printouts 2–5  
fuser  
cleaning belt 7–6, 7–13  
error messages 7–8 to 7–10, 7–14  
failure 7–9  
handholds 5–26  
jam release lever 5–23  
paper jam error message 7–16  
pump, error message 7–13  
replacing 5–19 to 5–32  
filling the new fuser unit with fuser oil 5–30  
installing the new fuser 5–27  
locating tools 5–19  
preparing the work area 5–20  
removing the fuser access door 5–24  
removing the fuser oil from the printer 5–21  
removing the used fuser 5–26  
replacing the fuser access door 5–29  
unpacking the new fuser 5–20  
screws 5–26, 5–27  
E
effective printing area 2–4  
eject handle  
location 1–10  
using during toner cartridge replacement 5–4  
electrical safety xii  
Energy Star low power consumption 4–23  
English paper sizes 4–15  
ENTER push button (density control panel) 1–12  
Enter push button (operator panel) 4–4  
envelopes, printing 2–2  
EPROM POST error messages 7–2  
Error Log, printing 4–8  
error messages  
shipping spacers 5–28  
fuser access door  
operator error 7–8 to 7–17  
power-on self-test (POST) 7–2 to 7–4  
See also messages  
location 1–7  
opening 5–21  
removing 5–24  
replacing 5–29  
ETH POST error messages 7–3  
Exit Setup menu 4–11  
extension tray 3–6  
strap, releasing 5–24  
fuser oil  
add fuser oil error message 7–10  
adding 5–16 to 5–18  
low fuser oil error message 7–6  
on a transparency 2–6  
ordering 1–4  
F
facedown  
delivery, selecting 3–15  
output tray. See top output tray  
faceup  
delivery, selecting 3–13  
output tray. See side output tray 1–7  
fading printouts 2–5  
fan error messages 7–11 to 7–12  
fanning paper 3–4  
features of printer 1–3  
pump, error message 7–13  
removing from printer 5–21 to 5–23  
fuser oil bottle  
cover 1–10  
location 1–6  
replacing 5–16 to 5–18  
installing a new fuser oil bottle 5–17  
removing the old fuser oil bottle 5–16  
fuser rollers  
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binding 7–11  
cleaning 8–5  
J
paper jam 6–8  
print quality problems 6–15 to ??  
unlocking 6–8  
jam, paper  
fuser area 6–6  
locations 6–3  
paper feeder area (tray 1) 6–9  
paper feeder area (tray 2) 6–12  
recurring 6–2  
fuser test page, printing 4–8  
fusing problems on printout 6–18  
G
transfer drum area 6–4  
JIS B5-size paper. See B5-size paper  
Job Log Setup menu 4–11  
Job Log, printing 4–9  
gauge, density 1–12  
glossary X–3  
gluing printouts together 2–5  
guide  
K
in auxiliary tray 3–7, 3–8  
paper length 3–3  
paper width 3–3  
knob  
fuser pull 5–26, 5–27  
transfer drum 1–10  
turret rotation 1–11, 5–5, 5–8, 5–9  
guide pins, on transfer drum cleaning assembly 8–15  
H
L
handhold, fuser 5–26  
handle  
label, serial number 1–11  
labels, printing 2–2  
Language menu 4–24  
large print jobs  
eject 1–10  
photoconductor drum cartridge door 1–11  
release 1–10  
handling  
handling 3–15  
paper 2–5  
printouts 2–5  
transparencies 2–6  
heavy-weight paper  
delivering to side output tray 3–13  
Help Map  
setting Print to PS Error 4–17  
laser error messages 7–10  
laser interlock, front door 6–14  
laser safety xiii  
latch, release 1–7  
left-side registration  
adjusting 6–20 to 6–21  
adjustment dial 1–9  
legal-size paper  
printing 4–9  
sample Appendix A–6  
highlights of printer 1–2  
holder, air filter 1–9, 8–6  
humidity effects  
border width 2–4  
choosing from the Printer Setup menu 4–15  
error message 7–14, 7–15  
loading  
paper 2–5  
toner cartridges 5–2  
transparencies 2–6  
auxiliary tray 3–6  
tray 1 or tray 2 3–2  
letter-size paper  
I
border width 2–4  
choosing from the Printer Setup menu 4–15  
error message 7–14, 7–15  
loading  
image quality. See print quality problem  
inappropriate paper  
paper that could damage the printer 2–3  
paper that easily causes paper jams 2–2  
paper that is affected by high temperature 2–3  
indicator  
auxiliary tray 3–6  
tray 1 or tray 2 3–2  
letter-size transparencies  
border width 2–4  
paper amount 1–7  
error message 7–16  
loading in auxiliary tray 3–6  
lever, fuser jam-release 5–23  
light  
paper size 1–7, 3–4  
ink. See toner  
introduction 1–2  
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Attention 4–2  
Busy 4–2  
color 1–12  
Online 4–3  
color pages 4–10  
configuration page 4–9  
font page 4–10  
Help Map 4–9  
operator panel 4–2  
job log 4–9  
Power 4–2  
test page 4–10  
light image on printout 6–14  
lines on printout 6–16, 6–17  
load paper error messages 7–14 to 7–16  
loading  
Printer Setup  
Color Mode 4–16  
Paper Size 4–15  
Paper Source 4–14  
Print Cover Page 4–16  
Print Start Page 4–18  
Print to PS Error 4–17  
paper  
auxiliary tray 3–6 to 3–8  
tray 1 or tray 2 3–2 to 3–6  
transparencies 3–9 to 3–11  
log, supplies replacement Appendix B–1  
low fuser oil error message 7–6  
low toner error message 7–6  
System Setup  
Change Password 4–21  
Power Svngs 4–23  
Printer Name 4–20  
System Date 4–20  
System Time 4–20  
M
messages  
display priority 7–5  
error 7–8 to 7–17  
power-on self-test (POST) 7–2 to 7–4  
status 7–7  
warning 7–5 to 7–6  
magenta toner cartridge  
error message 7–6, 7–14  
ordering 1–4  
See also toner cartridge  
maintenance  
metric paper sizes 4–15  
cleaning the paper path 8–3 to 8–5  
replacing the air and ozone filters 8–6 to 8–9  
replacing the separation corona unit  
8–10 to 8–11  
replacing the transfer drum cleaning assembly  
8–12 to 8–17  
MIPS POST error messages 7–2  
moisture, effects on toner cartridges 5–2  
motor error messages 7–10 to 7–11  
See auxiliary tray  
multipurpose tray.  
N
manual  
intended audience xi  
organization xi  
related publications xiii  
terminology in xii  
name of printer, changing 4–20  
navigating display panel menus 4–7  
Network Setup menu 4–11  
notices  
manual paper feed. See auxiliary tray  
mark  
safety xii  
paper limit  
trademark vii  
auxiliary tray 3–8  
tray 1 and tray 2 3–5  
position for toner cartridge 1–10  
marks on paper. See print quality problem  
material disposal xiii  
See also recycling  
measurement, border width 2–4  
memory upgrades 1–3  
Menu push button 4–3  
Menu Scrolling push buttons 4–4  
menus  
O
offline menus  
accessing 4–12  
available menus 4–11  
Language 4–24  
Printer Setup  
Color Mode 4–16  
Paper Size 4–15  
Paper Source 4–14  
Print Cover Page 4–16  
Print Start Page 4–18  
Print to PS Error 4–17  
System Setup  
choosing a setting 4–7  
display panel 4–6  
Language 4–24  
navigating 4–7  
operator panel 4–6  
Change Password 4–21  
Print Pages  
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Power Svngs 4–23  
Printer Name 4–20  
System Date 4–20  
System Time 4–20  
capacity 3–13  
choosing 3–13  
closing 3–14  
location 1–7  
offline status 4–2  
opening 3–13 to 3–14  
OFFLINE status message 7–7  
oil bottle  
top output  
capacity 3–15  
choosing 3–15  
cover 1–10, 5–30  
fuser 1–6  
holder 5–17, 5–30  
large print jobs 3–15  
location 1–8  
oil recycle bottle  
ozone filter, replacing 8–6 to 8–9  
locating 5–19  
opening 5–22  
oil removal tool 5–19  
Online light 4–3  
P
panel  
online menus  
density control. See density control panel  
display 4–3  
operator. See operator panel  
paper  
accessing 4–8  
printing a configuration page 4–9  
printing a job log 4–9  
printing a test page 4–10  
printing the color pages 4–10  
printing the Help Map 4–9  
Online push button 4–2  
online status 4–2  
acceptable 2–2  
adding. See paper, loading  
adhesive 2–3  
amount indicator 1–7  
carbon 2–3  
choosing 2–2 to 2–3  
coated 2–2  
operator message  
display priority 7–5  
error 7–8 to 7–17  
status 7–7  
warning 7–5 to 7–6  
curling 2–5, 3–8  
effects of humidity 2–5  
effects of sunlight 2–5  
fanning 3–4  
handling and storing 2–5 to 2–6  
heavy-weight paper 3–13  
inappropriate 2–2  
jams 6–3 to 6–12  
loading  
auxiliary tray 3–6 to 3–8  
tray 1 or tray 2 3–2 to 3–6  
moving to a new location 2–5  
predrilled, problems with 2–2, 6–15  
preprinted 2–3  
operator panel  
Cancel push button 4–3  
canceling a print job 4–5  
control push buttons 4–3  
display panel 4–3  
display panel menus 4–6 to 4–7  
entering a password 4–13  
identifying the parts 4–2 to 4–4  
Language menu 4–24  
lights 4–2  
offline menus 4–11 to 4–12  
Online light/push button 4–2  
online menus 4–8 to 4–10  
Print Pages menu 4–8 to 4–10  
Printer Setup menu 4–14 to 4–18  
System Setup menu 4–19 to 4–23  
optional features of printer 1–3  
printing area on a page 2–4  
sizes  
auxiliary tray 3–6  
tray 1 or tray 2 3–2  
specifications 2–2  
storing 2–5  
textured 2–2  
thermal 2–3  
See paper feeder  
optional paper feeder.  
orange photoconductor drum shield 5–34, 5–35, 5–36  
ordering supplies, phone number 1–4, 5–3  
organization of manual xi  
output tray  
width of borders 2–4  
paper amount indicator 3–2  
paper cassette, universal  
features 1–3  
location as tray 1 1–7  
location as tray 2 1–7  
See also tray 1, tray 2  
paper delivery  
choosing 3–13 to 3–15  
for collated documents 3–15  
for heavy-weight paper 3–13  
for large print jobs 3–15  
problem choosing 6–2  
side output  
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facedown 3–15  
ordering 1–4  
faceup 3–13  
recycling 5–38  
paper feeder  
replace drum error message 7–6  
replacing 5–33 to 5–40  
cleaning the separation corona wire  
5–39 to 5–40  
optional 1–3  
ordering 1–4  
pulling out 8–12  
pushing in 8–17  
tray 2 1–3, 1–7  
paper feeder area  
cleaning 8–3  
location 6–9  
paper jam error message 7–16  
paper guide cover 6–7, 6–8  
paper guides  
installing a new cartridge 5–35  
recycling the cartridge 5–38  
removing the old cartridge 5–33  
shield 5–34, 5–35, 5–36  
photoconductor drum cover 5–14, 5–34  
polyvinyl chloride (PVC), storing printouts with 2–5  
position mark, toner cartridge 1–10  
positioning markers on transparencies 3–9  
POST (power-on self-test)  
description 5–31, 7–2  
auxiliary tray 3–7, 3–8  
length 3–3  
width 3–3  
paper jam  
error messages 7–2 to 7–4  
PostScript error  
error message 7–16  
fuser area 6–6  
locations 6–3  
printing the message on cover page 4–16, 4–17  
printing when an error occurs 4–17  
powder. See toner  
recurring 6–2  
power  
transfer drum area 6–4  
tray 1 paper feeder area 6–9  
tray 2 paper feeder 6–12  
paper size  
cable  
route (tray 1) 1–7  
route (tray 2) 1–9  
light 4–2  
English 4–15  
low consumption 4–23  
indicator 1–7, 3–4  
ISO 4–15  
printer fails to turn on 6–2  
receptacle 1–7  
metric 4–15  
switch 1–7, 1–13  
setting from Printer Setup menu 4–15  
paper source, setting from Printer Setup menu 4–14  
paper that could damage the printer 2–3  
paper that easily causes paper jams 2–2  
paper that is affected by high temperature 2–3  
turning printer on and off 1–13 to 1–14  
Power Savings mode  
setting or changing in System Setup menu 4–23  
status message 7–7  
power-on self-test (POST)  
description 5–31, 7–2  
See tray, tray 1, tray 2  
paper tray.  
paper-length guide 3–3  
paper-limit mark  
error messages 7–2 to 7–4  
precautions, safety xii  
auxiliary tray 3–8  
predrilled paper 2–2, 6–15  
preface xi  
preprinted paper 2–3  
tray 1 and tray 2 3–5  
paper-width guide 3–3  
parts  
print count  
density control panel 1–12  
operator panel 4–2 to 4–4  
printer 1–6 to 1–11  
from the configuration page 4–9  
from the test page 4–10  
Print Cover Page, setting from Printer Setup menu  
4–16  
password  
deleting 4–13  
Print Pages menu  
entering from Run Setup menus 4–13  
setting or changing from System Setup menu  
4–21  
accessing 4–8  
available options 4–8  
printing a configuration page 4–9  
printing a Job Log 4–9  
phone number  
for obtaining IBM service xiii  
for ordering supplies 1–4, 5–3  
photoconductor drum cartridge  
door handle 1–11  
printing a test page 4–10  
printing an Error Log 4–8  
printing the color pages 4–10  
printing the font page 4–8, 4–10  
printing the fuser test page 4–8  
printing the Help Map 4–9  
error message 7–14  
low sensitivity 7–6  
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print quality problem  
all black (any color) prints 6–15  
black spots 6–18  
choosing to print a start page 4–18  
choosing to print when there is a PS error 4–17  
function 4–11  
blank prints 6–14  
printing  
color distortion 6–19  
color fading or missing 6–19  
dark image 6–14  
area on a page 2–4  
envelopes 2–2  
labels 2–2  
dirt on back of paper 6–15  
dirty prints or background 6–16  
distortion 6–18  
status 7–7  
PRINTING status message 7–7  
printouts  
light image 6–14  
poor print quality 6–2  
toner rubs off 6–18  
delivery problem 6–2  
drying 2–5  
effects of temperature 2–5  
fading 2–5  
gluing together 2–5  
handling 2–5  
storing 2–5  
toner streaking or scatter 6–19  
vertical lines on print 6–16  
white horizontal lines on print 6–17  
white vertical lines on print 6–17  
Print Start Page, setting from Printer Setup menu  
4–18  
storing with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) 2–5  
problems  
Print to PS Error, setting from Printer Setup menu  
4–17  
adjusting the left-side registration on tray 2 print-  
outs 6–20 to 6–21  
printable area 2–4  
printer  
color density 6–22 to 6–25  
common problems 6–2  
paper jams 6–3 to 6–12  
print quality problems 6–13 to 6–19  
printout delivery 6–2  
setting the separation corona mode 6–26  
PROCESSING status message 7–7  
publications, related xiii  
pull knobs, fuser 5–26, 5–27  
pump, fuser 7–13  
canceling a job 4–3, 4–5  
default settings 4–11  
general description 1–2  
highlights 1–2  
maintenance. See maintenance  
name, changing from System Setup menu 4–20  
offline 4–2  
online 4–2  
optional features 1–3  
parts and controls  
push button  
–/+ 1–12, 6–22, 6–26  
Cancel 4–3  
back side 1–9  
density control panel parts 1–12  
front side 1–6  
inside front door 1–10  
left side 1–9  
operator panel 4–2 to 4–4  
right side 1–6  
COLOR SELECT 1–12  
Cursor Position 4–4  
Enter 4–4  
ENTER (density control panel) 1–12  
Menu 4–3  
Menu Scrolling 4–4  
Online 4–2  
TEST PRINT 1–12  
problems. See problems  
resetting 1–14  
resolution 1–2  
speed 1–2  
spooling 4–2  
Q
stand  
quality problem. See print quality problem  
Queue Setup menu 4–11  
casters 5–20  
location 1–3  
status 7–7  
turning on and off 1–13 to 1–14  
Printer Setup menu  
R
accessing 4–14  
READY status message 7–7  
receptacle, power 1–7  
recycling  
available options 4–14  
choosing the color mode 4–16  
choosing the paper size 4–15  
choosing the paper source 4–14  
choosing to print a cover page 4–16  
photoconductor drum cartridge 5–38  
toner cartridge 5–13  
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registration adjustment dial 1–9  
registration, setting width 6–20 to 6–21  
related publications xiii  
release  
wire cleaner 1–8  
separation voltage control designation mode 6–26  
serial number label 1–11  
service, requesting xiii  
setting a password 4–21  
Setup menu  
button, paper-width guide 3–3  
handle 1–10  
latches 1–7  
lever, fuser jam 5–23  
Clear Log/Queues Setup 4–11  
Exit Setup 4–11  
replacing  
Job Log Setup 4–11  
air filter 8–6 to 8–7  
Network Setup 4–11  
fuser 5–19 to 5–32  
Printer Setup 4–11  
fuser oil bottle 5–16 to 5–18  
ozone filter 8–6 to 8–9  
photoconductor drum cartridge 5–33 to 5–40  
separation corona unit 8–10 to 8–11  
toner cartridges 5–4 to 5–13  
transfer drum cleaning assembly 8–12 to 8–17  
used toner bottle 5–14 to 5–15  
requesting service xiii  
resetting the printer 1–14  
resolution of printer 1–2  
rollers, fuser 6–8, 6–15 to ??, 8–5  
rotation knob, turret 1–11  
route power cable  
Queue Setup 4–11  
System Setup 4–11  
shield, photoconductor drum cartridge 5–36  
side output tray  
capacity 3–13  
choosing 3–13  
closing 3–14  
location 1–7  
opening 3–13 to 3–14  
silicone oil. See fuser oil  
size, paper. See paper size  
solvents affecting toner 2–5  
spacers, fuser shipping 5–28  
specifications, paper 2–2  
speed of printer 1–2  
tray 1 1–7  
tray 2 1–9  
RTC POST error messages 7–2  
Run Setup menu  
spooling 4–2  
spots on printout 6–18  
stand, printer 1–3  
start page, setting from Printer Setup menu 4–18  
status messages 7–7  
storing  
Clear Log/Queues Setup 4–11  
entering a password 4–13  
Exit Setup 4–11  
Job Log Setup 4–11  
Network Setup 4–11  
paper 2–5  
Printer Setup 4–11  
printouts 2–5  
Queue Setup 4–11  
System Setup 4–11  
strap, fuser access door 5–24  
sunlight effects  
paper 2–5  
photoconductor drum cartridge 5–35  
toner cartridges 5–2  
S
supplies  
safety  
list 1–4 to 1–5  
disposal of materials xiii  
electrical xii  
laser xiii  
notices xii  
precautions xii  
phone number for ordering 1–4, 5–3  
replacement log Appendix B–1  
replacing  
air and ozone filters 8–6 to 8–9  
fuser 5–19 to 5–32  
screw, fuser 5–26, 5–27  
screwdriver 5–19  
fuser oil bottle 5–16 to 5–18  
photoconductor drum cartridge 5–33 to 5–40  
separation corona unit 8–10 to 8–11  
toner cartridges 5–4 to 5–13  
transfer drum cleaning assembly  
8–12 to 8–17  
SCSI POST error messages 7–4  
sealing tape, toner cartridge 5–10  
separation corona unit  
cleaning the wire 5–39 to 5–40  
installing a new one 8–11  
location 1–8  
used toner bottle 5–14 to 5–15  
storing and handling toner cartridges 5–2  
support, requesting xiii  
switch, power 1–7, 1–13  
System Setup menu  
removing the old one 8–10  
replacing 8–10 to 8–11  
setting the mode 6–26  
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accessing 4–19  
available options 4–19  
rotary error message 7–12  
sealing tape 5–10  
changing the date 4–20  
changing the printer name 4–20  
changing the time 4–20  
sensing windows 5–4, 5–9  
storing and handling 5–2  
tools, for replacing fuser 5–19  
top cover 1–6  
function 4–11  
setting or changing a password 4–21  
setting or changing the Power Savings mode  
4–23  
top output tray  
capacity 3–15  
choosing 3–15  
system time and date, changing 4–20  
collated documents 3–15  
large print jobs 3–15  
location 1–8  
T
problem choosing 6–2  
towels 5–19  
trademarks vii  
telephone number  
for obtaining IBM service xiii  
for ordering supplies 1–4, 5–3  
temperature effects  
transfer drum  
cleaning 8–3  
knob 1–10  
printouts 2–5  
toner cartridges 5–2  
transparencies 2–6  
paper jam error message 7–16  
release handle 1–10  
transfer drum cleaning assembly  
guide pins 8–15  
replacing 8–12 to 8–17  
installing new assembly 8–15  
pulling out paper feeder 8–12  
pushing in paper feeder 8–17  
removing cleaning connector cover 8–13  
removing used assembly 8–14  
replacing cleaning connector cover 8–17  
transparencies  
terminology used in manual xii  
test page, printing 4–10  
TEST PRINT push button 1–12  
test print, printing from density control panel  
6–24 to 6–25  
textured paper 2–2  
thermal paper 2–3  
time, changing in System Setup menu 4–20  
toner  
adding 5–4 to 5–13  
dissolved by solvents 2–5  
floating in air 8–2  
low toner error message 7–6  
rubbing off 6–18  
handling 2–6  
loading 3–9 to 3–11  
ordering 1–5  
positioning markers 3–9  
using only with IBM printers 2–6  
tray  
streaking on printout 6–19  
See also toner cartridge  
toner bottle  
error message 7–17  
location 1–10  
replacing 5–14 to 5–15  
toner cartridge  
auxiliary 1–7  
capacity 3–2  
choosing for input 4–14  
choosing for output delivery 3–13 to 3–15  
loading paper 3–2 to 3–6  
side output  
alignment in turret 5–8  
arrangement of cartridges in turret 5–8  
color markers 5–4, 5–8  
disposal 5–2  
error message 7–12, 7–13 to 7–14  
location 1–10  
choosing 3–13  
closing 3–14  
location 1–7  
opening 3–13 to 3–14  
top output  
capacity 3–15  
choosing 3–15  
for collated documents 3–15  
for large print jobs 3–15  
location 1–8  
ordering 1–4  
position mark 1–10  
protective bag 5–7, 5–9  
recycling 5–13  
replacing 5–4 to 5–13  
installing a new cartridge 5–8  
loading order 5–8  
tray 1  
paper jam in 6–9  
selecting from Printer Setup menu 4–15  
universal paper cassette 1–7  
tray 2  
recycling the used toner cartridge 5–13  
removing the old cartridge 5–5  
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feeder access door 1–7  
left-side registration adjustment 6–20 to 6–21  
paper feeder 1–3, 1–7  
Y
yellow toner cartridge  
error message 7–6, 7–14  
ordering 1–4  
paper jam in 6–12  
selecting from Printer Setup menu 4–15  
universal paper cassette 1–7  
troubleshooting. See problems  
turning the printer on and off 1–13 to 1–14  
turret  
See also toner cartridge  
rotation knob 1–11, 5–5, 5–8, 5–9  
toner cartridges in 1–10  
U
universal paper cassette 1–3  
upgrades, memory 1–3  
usage kit  
installing  
air filter 8–6  
fuser 5–19  
ozone filter 8–6  
separation corona unit 8–10  
transfer drum cleaning assembly 8–12  
ordering 1–5  
used toner bottle  
attaching a new bottle 5–37  
error message 7–17  
installing 5–15  
location 1–10  
removing 5–15  
sealing 5–15, 5–34  
user support, requesting xiii  
V
vacuum cleaner, using to clean paper feeder 8–3  
ventilation slots, air 1–9  
vertical lines on printout  
black 6–16  
white 6–17  
W
WARMING UP status message 7–7  
warning messages 7–5 to 7–6  
waste toner bottle. See used toner bottle  
white lines on printout  
horizontal 6–17  
vertical 6–17  
wire, separation corona 1–8, 5–39  
wiring diagram Appendix C–1  
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