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3. Maintenance
Replacing the toner cartridge
Click this link to open an animation about replacing a toner cartridge.
• Shake the toner cartridge thoroughly, it will increase the initial print quality.
• Illustrations on this user’s guide may differ from your machine depending on its options or models. Check your machine type (see "Front view" on page 21).
• Do not use sharp objects such as a knife or scissors to open the toner cartridge package. They might scratch the drum of 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.
• When opening a scan unit, hold the document feeder and scan unit together.
• Printing even after the toner empty status can cause serious damage to your machine.
When a toner cartridge has reached the end of life, the Printing Status window appears on the computer, indicating the toner cartridge needs to be placed.