Replacing the Photo Conductor Unit (PCU)
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Replacing the Photo Conductor Unit (PCU)
When the “Replace photoconductor
unit” message appears on the display
panel, it is time to replace the PCU
panel.
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WARNING:
Important
❒ Do not tilt the used PCU after tak-
ing it out of the machine. If you do,
toner might leak out.
❒ Do not hold the developer car-
tridge while taking out the used
PCU. If you do, the cartridge might
unlock and fall.
❒ Do not touch the PCU. If you do,
copy quality might be reduced.
❒ Before you take out the used PCU,
wait until the machine has com-
pletely stopped and is making no
sound. Not taking this precaution
could result in a fault.
❒ If there are misfeeds, remove the
misfed paper before taking out the
used PCU.
❒ Be sure to remove the sealing tape
before installing the new PCU.
Leaving it attached could result in
a fault.
❒ After installing the new PCU, the
machine takes about one minute to
initialize. During this period, do
not open the front cover or turn off
the main power switch. If you do,
a fault might occur.
A
AA
A
If the duplex unit is installed,
open it by pushing up the catch.
B
BB
B
Open the machine's right cover
by pushing up the catch.
C
CC
C
Open the front cover.
• Do not incinerate the photo-
conductor unit. Toner dust
might ignite when exposed to
an open flame. Dispose of the
used photoconductor unit in
accordance with local regula-
tions.
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