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Troubleshooting
This chapter gives helpful information for what to do if you encounter an error.
This chapter includes:
• Redistributing toner
• Clearing original document jams
• Tips for avoiding paper curls
• Tips for avoiding paper jams
• Clearing paper jams
• Understanding display messages
• Solving other problems
Redistributing toner
When the toner cartridge is near the end of its life:
• White streaks or light printing occurs.
• Prepare new cartridge
appears on the display.
• The Status LED blinks red.
If this happens, you can temporarily improve print quality by redistributing the remaining t
oner in the cartridge. In some
cases, white streaks or light printing will still occur even after you have redistributed the toner.
1. Open the front door.
2. Pull the toner cartridge ou
t.
3. Thoroughly roll the cartridge five or six times to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge.
If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth and wash clothing in cold water. Hot water sets toner into
fabric.
Do not touch the green underside of the toner cartridge. Use the handle on the cartridge to avoid touching this
area.
4. Hold the toner car
tridge by the handle and slowly insert the cartridge into the opening in the machine.
Tabs on the sides of the cartridge and corresponding gr
ooves within the machine will guide the cartridge into the