Adjustment and Troubleshooting
Service Manual
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4.2.6 Toner Cartridge Service
Only authorized toner cartridges should be used. Printing defects or set damage caused by the use of
non-approved toner cartridges or un-licensed toner refills are not covered by the guarantee.
4.2.6.1 Precautions on Safe-keeping of Toner Cartridge
Excessive exposure to direct light for more than a few minutes may cause damage to the cartridge.
4.2.6.2 Service for the Life of Toner Cartridge
If the printed image is light due to the toner supply becoming low you can temporarily improve the print quality by
redistributing the toner (Shake the toner cartridge), however you should replace the toner cartridge to solve the problem
permanently.
4.2.6.2(a) Redistributing Toner
When the toner cartridge is near the end of its life, white streaks or light print occurs. The LCD displays the warning mes-
sage, “Toner Low.” You can temporarily reestablish the print quality by redistributing the remaining toner in the cartridge.
1. Open the Front Cover.
2. Lightly pushing the used cartridge down, pull it out.
Note : Help the environment by recycling your used toner car-
tridge. Refer to the recycling brochure packed with the
toner cartridge for details.
3. Unpack the new toner cartridge and gently shake it hor-
izontally four or five times to distribute the toner evenly
inside the cartridge.
4. Save the box and the cover for shipping. Slide the new
toner cartridge in until it locks into place.