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Maintaining the printer
Periodically, certain tasks are required to maintain optimum print quality.
Storing supplies
Choose a cool, clean storage area for the printer supplies. Store supplies right side up in their original packing until you
are ready to use them.
Do not expose supplies to:
• Direct sunlight
• Temperatures above 35°C (95°F)
• High humidity above 80%
• Salty air
• Corrosive gases
• Heavy dust
Checking the status of supplies
A message appears on the display when a replacement supply item is needed or when maintenance is required.
Checking the status of supplies from the printer control panel
You can check the status of printer supplies by printing a menu settings page:
1 Make sure the printer is on and Ready appears.
2 From the printer control panel, press .
3 Press the arrow buttons until Reports appears, and then press .
4 Press the arrow buttons until Menu Settings Page appears, and then press .
Checking the status of supplies from a network computer
Note: The computer must be connected to the same network as the printer.
1 Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser.
Note: If you do not know the IP address of the printer, print a network setup page and locate the IP address in
the TCP/IP section.
2 Click Device Status. The Device Status page appears, displaying a summary of supply levels.
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