Dell 2350dn, 3330dn Service Manual PDF
Dell 2350dn, 3330dn Service Manual PDF
Dell 2350dn, 3330dn Service Manual PDF
Service Manual
4 Jan 2010
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Table of contents
Preface . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi
Conventions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . xvi
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Output bin tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Feed Tests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Sensor Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Base Sensor Test (B. Sensor Test) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Printer Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Printed Page Count (Page Count) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Permanent Page Count (Perm Page Count) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-13
Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Service Tag (only on some printers) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Engine Setting 1 through 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Model Name . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Configuration ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Edge to Edge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
Par S Strobe Adj (parallel strobe adjustment) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-14
EP Setup . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
EP Defaults . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Fuser Temperature (Fuser Temp) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Transfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Print Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Charge Roll . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Gap Adjust . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Automatic Darkness Adjustment (Auto Dark Adj) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Reports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Event log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Display Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
Print Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Clear Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Exit Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-17
Printhead assembly electronic adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-18
Printhead assembly mechanical adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-19
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Printhead removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-53
Rear door and rear cover removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-54
Rear exit guide assembly with sensor and reversing solenoid removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-56
Right side cover assembly removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-58
Toner level sensor removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-60
Top cover assembly removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-61
Transfer roll removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-63
Upper front guide assembly removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4-64
Wear strip (tray 1 and 250-sheet tray 2) removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-65
Wear strip (550-sheet tray 2) removal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-66
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .I-1
Part number index (Dell 3330dn). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .I-3
Parts Catalog (Dell 2350d/dn) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
How to use this parts catalog . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
Assembly 1: Covers. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Assembly 2: Electronics and frame . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Assembly 3: Exchange units . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Assembly 4: Power cords . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-7
Assembly 5: Miscellaneous . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
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Notices and safety information
Laser notice
The printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter J for Class I (1)
laser products, and elsewhere is certified as a Class I laser product conforming to the requirements of IEC
60825-1.
Class I laser products are not considered to be hazardous. The printer contains internally a Class IIIb (3b) laser
that is nominally a 7 milliwatt gallium arsenide laser operating in the wavelength region of 655-675 nanometers.
The laser system and printer are designed so there is never any human access to laser radiation above a Class
I level during normal operation, user maintenance, or prescribed service condition.
Laser
Der Drucker erfüllt gemäß amtlicher Bestätigung der USA die Anforderungen der Bestimmung DHHS
(Department of Health and Human Services) 21 CFR Teil J für Laserprodukte der Klasse I (1). In anderen
Ländern gilt der Drucker als Laserprodukt der Klasse I, der die Anforderungen der IEC (International
Electrotechnical Commission) 60825-1 gemäß amtlicher Bestätigung erfüllt.
Laserprodukte der Klasse I gelten als unschädlich. Im Inneren des Druckers befindet sich ein Laser der Klasse
IIIb (3b), bei dem es sich um einen Galliumarsenlaser mit 7 Milliwatt handelt, der Wellen der Länge 655-675
Nanometer ausstrahlt. Das Lasersystem und der Drucker sind so konzipiert, daß im Normalbetrieb, bei der
Wartung durch den Benutzer oder bei ordnungsgemäßer Wartung durch den Kundendienst Laserbestrahlung,
die Klasse I übersteigen würde, Menschen keinesfalls erreicht.
Les produits laser de Classe I sont considérés comme des produits non dangereux. Cette imprimante est
équipée d’un laser de Classe IIIb (3b) (arséniure de gallium d’une puissance nominale de 7 milliwatts) émettant
sur des longueurs d’onde comprises entre 655 et 675 nanomètres. L’imprimante et son système laser sont
conçus pour impossible, dans des conditions normales d’utilisation, d’entretien par l’utilisateur ou de révision,
l’exposition à des rayonnements laser supérieurs à des rayonnements de Classe I .
I prodotti laser di classe non sono considerati pericolosi. La stampante contiene al suo interno un laser di classe
IIIb (3b) all’arseniuro di gallio della potenza di 7mW che opera sulla lunghezza d’onda compresa tra 655 e 675
nanometri. Il sistema laser e la stampante sono stati progettati in modo tale che le persone a contatto con la
stampante, durante il normale funzionamento, le operazioni di servizio o quelle di assistenza tecnica, non
ricevano radiazioni laser superiori al livello della classe 1.
Los productos láser de Clase I no se consideran peligrosos. La impresora contiene en su interior un láser de
Clase IIIb (3b) de arseniuro de galio de funcionamiento nominal a 7 milivatios en una longitud de onda de 655 a
675 nanómetros. El sistema láser y la impresora están diseñados de forma que ninguna persona pueda verse
afectada por ningún tipo de radiación láser superior al nivel de la Clase I durante su uso normal, el
mantenimiento realizado por el usuario o cualquier otra situación de servicio técnico.
Os produtos laser da Classe I não são considerados perigosos. Internamente, a impressora contém um produto
laser da Classe IIIb (3b), designado laser de arseneto de potássio, de 7 milliwatts ,operando numa faixa de
comprimento de onda entre 655 e 675 nanómetros. O sistema e a impressora laser foram concebidos de forma
a nunca existir qualquer possiblidade de acesso humano a radiação laser superior a um nível de Classe I
durante a operação normal, a manutenção feita pelo utilizador ou condições de assistência prescritas.
Laserinformatie
De printer voldoet aan de eisen die gesteld worden aan een laserprodukt van klasse I. Voor de Verenigde Staten
zijn deze eisen vastgelegd in DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter J, voor andere landen in IEC 60825-1.
Laserprodukten van klasse I worden niet als ongevaarlijk aangemerkt. De printer is voorzien van een laser van
klasse IIIb (3b), dat wil zeggen een gallium arsenide-laser van 7 milliwatt met een golflengte van 655-675
nanometer. Het lasergedeelte en de printer zijn zo ontworpen dat bij normaal gebruik, bij onderhoud of reparatie
conform de voorschriften, nooit blootstelling mogelijk is aan laserstraling boven een niveau zoals
voorgeschreven is voor klasse 1.
Lasermeddelelse
Printeren er godkendt som et Klasse I-laserprodukt, i overenstemmelse med kravene i IEC 60825-1.
Klasse I-laserprodukter betragtes ikke som farlige. Printeren indeholder internt en Klasse IIIB (3b)-laser, der
nominelt er en 7 milliwatt galliumarsenid laser, som arbejder på bølgelængdeområdet 655-675 nanometer.
Lasersystemet og printeren er udformet således, at mennesker aldrig udsættes for en laserstråling over Klasse
I-niveau ved normal drift, brugervedligeholdelse eller obligatoriske servicebetingelser.
Luokan I lasertuotteita ei pidetä haitallisina. Tulostimen sisällä on luokan IIIb (3b) laser, joka on nimellisteholtaan
7 mW:n galliumarsenidilaser ja toimii 655 - 675 nanometrin aallonpituuksilla. Laserjärjestelmä ja tulostin ovat
rakenteeltaan sellaisia, että käyttäjä ei joudu alttiiksi luokkaa 1 suuremmalle säteilylle normaalin käytön,
ylläpidon tai huollon aikana.
Huomautus laserlaitteesta
Tämä kirjoitin on Yhdysvalloissa luokan I (1) laserlaitteiden DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter J -määrityksen mukainen
ja muualla luokan I laserlaitteiden IEC 60825-1 -määrityksen mukainen.
Luokan I laserlaitteiden ei katsota olevan vaarallisia käyttäjälle. Kirjoittimessa on sisäinen luokan IIIb (3b) 7
milliwatin galliumarsenidilaser, joka toimii aaltoalueella 655 - 675 nanometriä. Laserjärjestelmä ja kirjoitin on
suunniteltu siten, että käyttäjä ei altistu luokan I määrityksiä voimakkaammalle säteilylle kirjoittimen normaalin
toiminnan, käyttäjän tekemien huoltotoimien tai muiden huoltotoimien yhteydessä.
VARO! Avattaessa ja suojalukitus ohitettaessa olet alttiina näkymättömälle lasersäteilylle. Älä katso
säteeseen.
VARNING! Osynlig laserstrålning när denna del är öppnad och spärren är urkopplad. Betrakta ej strålen.
Laser-notis
Denna skrivare är i USA certifierad att motsvara kraven i DHHS 21 CFR, underparagraf J för laserprodukter av
Klass I (1). I andra länder uppfyller skrivaren kraven för laserprodukter av Klass I enligt kraven i IEC 60825-1.
Laserprodukter i Klass I anses ej hälsovådliga. Skrivaren har en inbyggd laser av Klass IIIb (3b) som består av
en laserenhet av gallium-arsenid på 7 milliwatt som arbetar i våglängdsområdet 655-675 nanometer.
Lasersystemet och skrivaren är utformade så att det aldrig finns risk för att någon person utsätts för
laserstrålning över Klass I-nivå vid normal användning, underhåll som utförs av användaren eller annan
föreskriven serviceåtgärd.
Laser-melding
Skriveren er godkjent i USA etter kravene i DHHS 21 CFR, underkapittel J, for klasse I (1) laserprodukter, og er
i andre land godkjent som et Klasse I-laserprodukt i samsvar med kravene i IEC 60825-1.
Klasse I-laserprodukter er ikke å betrakte som farlige. Skriveren inneholder internt en klasse IIIb (3b)-laser, som
består av en gallium-arsenlaserenhet som avgir stråling i bølgelengdeområdet 655-675 nanometer.
Lasersystemet og skriveren er utformet slik at personer aldri utsettes for laserstråling ut over klasse I-nivå under
vanlig bruk, vedlikehold som utføres av brukeren, eller foreskrevne serviceoperasjoner.
Els productes làser de classe I no es consideren perillosos. Aquesta impressora conté un làser de classe IIIb
(3b) d’arseniür de gal.li, nominalment de 7 mil.liwats, i funciona a la regió de longitud d’ona de 655-675
nanòmetres. El sistema làser i la impressora han sigut concebuts de manera que mai hi hagi exposició a la
radiació làser per sobre d’un nivell de classe I durant una operació normal, durant les tasques de manteniment
d’usuari ni durant els serveis que satisfacin les condicions prescrites.
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Lithium warning
CAUTION
This product contains a lithium battery. THERE IS A RISK OF EXPLOSION IF THE BATTERY
IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. Discard used batteries according to the battery
manufacturer’s instructions and local regulations.
Safety information
• The safety of this product is based on testing and approvals of the original design and specific
components. The manufacturer is not responsible for safety in the event of use of unauthorized
replacement parts.
• The maintenance information for this product has been prepared for use by a professional service person
and is not intended to be used by others.
• There may be an increased risk of electric shock and personal injury during disassembly and servicing of
this product. Professional service personnel should understand this and take necessary precautions.
• CAUTION: When you see this symbol, there is a danger from hazardous voltage in the area of the
product where you are working. Unplug the product before you begin, or use caution if the product
must receive power in order to perform the task.
Consignes de sécurité
• La sécurité de ce produit repose sur des tests et des
agréations portant sur sa conception d'origine et sur des composants particuliers. Le fabricant n'assume
aucune responsabilité concernant la sécurité en cas d'utilisation de pièces de rechange non agréées.
• Les consignes d'entretien et de réparation de ce produit s'adressent uniquement à un personnel de
maintenance qualifié.
• Le démontage et l'entretien de ce produit pouvant présenter certains risques électriques, le personnel
d'entretien qualifié devra prendre toutes les précautions nécessaires.
• ATTENTION : Ce symbole indique la présence d'une tension dangereuse dans la partie du
produit sur laquelle vous travaillez. Débranchez le produit avant de commencer ou faites preuve
de vigilance si l'exécution de la tâche exige que le produit reste sous tension.
Norme di sicurezza
• La sicurezza del prodotto si basa sui test e sull'approvazione del progetto originale e dei componenti
specifici. Il produttore non è responsabile per la sicurezza in caso di sostituzione non autorizzata delle
parti.
• Le informazioni riguardanti la manutenzione di questo prodotto sono indirizzate soltanto al personale di
assistenza autorizzato.
• Durante lo smontaggio e la manutenzione di questo prodotto,
il rischio di subire scosse elettriche e danni alla persona è più elevato. Il personale di assistenza
autorizzato deve, quindi, adottare le precauzioni necessarie.
• ATTENZIONE: Questo simbolo indica la presenza di tensione pericolosa nell'area del prodotto.
Scollegare il prodotto prima di iniziare o usare cautela se il prodotto deve essere alimentato per
eseguire l'intervento.
Pautas de Seguridad
• La seguridad de este producto se basa en pruebas y aprobaciones del diseño original y componentes
específicos. El fabricante no es responsable de la seguridad en caso de uso de piezas de repuesto no
autorizadas.
• La información sobre el mantenimiento de este producto está dirigida exclusivamente al personal
cualificado de mantenimiento.
• Existe mayor riesgo de descarga eléctrica y de daños personales durante el desmontaje y la reparación de
la máquina. El personal cualificado debe ser consciente de este peligro y tomar las precauciones
necesarias.
• PRECAUCIÓN: este símbolo indica que el voltaje de la parte del equipo con la que está
trabajando es peligroso. Antes de empezar, desenchufe el equipo o tenga cuidado si, para
trabajar con él, debe conectarlo.
Informações de Segurança
• A segurança deste produto baseia-se em testes e aprovações do modelo original e de componentes
específicos. O fabricante não é responsável pela segunrança, no caso de uso de peças de substituição
não autorizadas.
• As informações de segurança relativas a este produto destinam-se a profissionais destes serviços e não
devem ser utilizadas por outras pessoas.
• Risco de choques eléctricos e ferimentos graves durante a desmontagem e manutenção deste produto.
Os profissionais destes serviços devem estar avisados deste facto e tomar os cuidados necessários.
• CUIDADO: Quando vir este símbolo, existe a possível presença de uma potencial tensão
perigosa na zona do produto em que está a trabalhar. Antes de começar, desligue o produto da
tomada eléctrica ou seja cuidadoso caso o produto tenha de estar ligado à corrente eléctrica para
realizar a tarefa necessária.
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Preface
This manual contains maintenance procedures for service personnel. It is divided into the following chapters:
1. General information contains a general description of the printer and the maintenance approach used to
repair it. Special tools and test equipment, as well as general environmental and safety instructions, are
discussed.
2. Diagnostic information contains an error indicator table, symptom tables, and service checks used to
isolate failing field replaceable units (FRUs).
3. Diagnostic aids contains tests and checks used to locate or repeat symptoms of printer problems.
4. Repair information provides instructions for making printer adjustments and removing and installing
FRUs.
5. Connector locations uses illustrations to identify the connector locations and test points on the printer.
6. Preventive maintenance contains the lubrication specifications and recommendations to prevent
problems.
7. Parts catalog contains illustrations and part numbers for individual FRUs.
Conventions
Note: A note provides additional information.
Warning: A warning identifies something that might damage the product hardware or software.
CAUTION
CAUTION
This type of caution indicates there is a danger from hazardous voltage in the area of the
product where you are working. Unplug the product before you begin, or use caution if the
product must receive power in order to perform the task.
CAUTION
CAUTION
The Dell 2350d/dn and 3330dn printers are monochrome laser printers designed for single users or
small workgroups.
Maintenance approach
The diagnostic information in this manual leads to the correct field replaceable unit (FRU) or part. Use the error
code charts, symptom index, and service checks to determine the symptom and repair the failure. See
“Diagnostics information” on page 2-1 for more information. See “Repair information” on page 4-1 to help
identify parts. After completing the repair, perform tests as needed to verify the repair.
• A 4-line, liquid crystal display (APA) that can show both graphics and text
• Eight buttons: Back , Menus , Stop , Select , and Navigation (up arrow , down
arrow , left arrow , and right arrow )
• Keypad
• Indicator light
Menu Back
1 2 3
4 5 6
Stop 7 8 9
0
Optional memory
128MB
256MB
512MB N.A.
64MB N.A.
256MB N.A.
Option slots
Memory slots 1 1
¹ Both slots are active for either a 256MB Flash memory card, a font card, or a DLE. Multiple Flash, font, or DLE cards
are not supported.
Print resolution
¹ 1200 Image quality is defined as 600 dpi with 2 bit IET (Image Technology) default mode for all models.
PostScript 3
XPS¹ N.A.
Parallel
USB*
*All models are USB 2.0 Certified devices supporting Hi-Speed data transfer.
¹ Includes the HD photo image format
² Includes support for the following graphics formats: TIFF, TIF, JPG, GIF, PNG, BMP, PCX, AND DCX
50-sheet MP feeder
250-sheet drawer
550-sheet drawer
Envelope conditioning x x
Toner car tridge 2,000 pages (ship with capacity) ¹ 7,000 pages (ship with capacity) ¹
2,000 pages (standard capacity) ¹ 7,000 pages (standard capacity) ¹
² Up to 30,000 pages, based on an average of 3 pages per job and approximately 5% coverage per page. Yields may
vary based on customer usage.
Note: Ensure trays are properly loaded. Never mix media types within a tray.
Input tray 1 A4, A5, A6,JIS¹-B5, Plain paper, 60-90 g/m² • 250 paper
letter, legal, executive, recycled, labels, • 50 labels**
(250-sheet tray) oficio (Mexico)², folio², bond, letterhead, (16-24 lb)
statement preprinted, colored
paper, light paper,
heavy paper,
rough/cotton,
custom type [x]
2nd Drawer option A4, A5, JIS¹-B5, letter, Plain paper, 60-90 g/m² • 250 paper
legal, executive, oficio recycled, labels, • 550 paper
(250/550-sheet (Mexico)², folio², bond, letterhead, (16-24 lb)
drawer) • 50 labels**
statement preprinted, colored
paper, light paper,
heavy paper,
rough/cotton,
custom type [x]
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G E
C B
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D
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• Do not mix print media sizes, weights, or types in the same print media source.
• Push all trays in firmly after loading them.
Note: Make sure the media stack is below the maximum media fill indicators on the 250-sheet tray before
pushing the tray into the printer.
• Make sure paper guides are positioned before loading the paper or specialty media.
• Do not remove trays while a job is printing.
• Before loading transparencies, fan the stack to prevent sheets from sticking together.
• Do not use envelopes that:
– Have excessive curl
– Are stuck together
– Are damaged in any way
– Contain windows, holes, perforations, cutouts, or embossments
– Have metal clasps, string ties, or metal folding bars
– Have postage stamps attached
– Have any exposed adhesive when the flap is in the sealed position
• Use only recommended media. Refer to the Card Stock & Label Guide available on the Dell Web site
at www.dell.com for more information about which media provides optimum results for the current
printing environment.
Tools
The removal and adjustment procedures require the following tools and equipment:
• Spring hook
• Needle nose pliers
• Volt-ohmmeter
• #1 and #2 Phillips screwdriver
• Slotted screwdriver
Start
CAUTION: Unplug power from the printer before connecting or disconnecting any cable,
assembly, or electronic card. This is a precaution for personal safety and to prevent damage to the
printer.
Use the service error code, user status message, user error message, symptom table, service checks, and
diagnostic aids in this chapter to determine the corrective action necessary to repair a malfunctioning printer.
They will lead you to solutions or service checks, including use of various tests.
Symptom tables
If your machine completes the “Power–On Self Test (POST) sequence” on page 2-1 without an error and you
have a symptom, then go to “Messages and error codes” on page 2-5. Locate your symptom, and take the
appropriate action.
If a service error code appears while you are working on the machine, then go to “Messages and error codes”
on page 2-5, and take the indicated action for that error.
Service error codes are indicated by a three-digit error code followed by a period and additional numbers in the
format XXX.YY. In most cases, five digits are shown.
• User status messages provide the user with information on the current status of the printer. Ready displays
on the first line of the display unless invoked, and then Power Saver displays. If a user status message is
displayed, then go to “Messages and error codes” on page 2-5.
• User attendance messages are indicated by a two- or three-digit error code that provides the user with
information that explains a problem with a print cartridge, paper jam, option, port, and so on. If a user error
message displays, then go to “User attendance messages” on page 2-5 and “Paper jam error codes
(200-series)” on page 2-9.
Menu Back
1 2 3
4 5 6
Stop 7 8 9
0
The use of the buttons and the layout of the display panel are described in the following table.
Operator panel
Button Function
Back Press and release to return to the previous screen.
Menus Press and release to open the menus. The menus are available only when
the printer is in the Ready state.
Pressing also returns the operator panel to the top level menu screen if
pressed while in a menu.
Stop • Press once to return to the previous display screen while in the menus.
• Press twice to exit the menus and return to the Ready state.
• Press to stop printer activity.
• Press to cancel a print job. Stopping will display momentarily.
Stopped will then display to offer a list of settings that may be selected.
Navigation Up arrow and Down arrow buttons
Button Function
Keypad Use the keypad to enter numbers or symbols on the display.
The diagram shows the menu index on the operator panel and the menus and items available under each menu.
Not all menus or selections will be available in all situations. These are accessed through the driver.
The printer control panel displays messages describing the current state of the printer and indicates possible
printer problems that must be resolved. This topic provides a list of all printer messages, explains what they
mean, and tells how to clear the messages.
The following table lists the messages in alphanumerical order. A message can also be located using the index.
Message Action
Busy Wait for the message to clear, or cancel the print job.
Change Cartridge Invalid Refill The printer has detected an unsupported refilled cartridge. Remove the
indicated print cartridge, and install a new one.
Defragmenting Flash DO NOT POWER Warning: Do not turn the printer off while this message is displayed.
OFF
Wait for the message to clear.
Formatting Flash DO NOT POWER Warning: Do not turn the printer off while this message is displayed.
OFF
Wait for the message to clear.
Invalid Standard Network Code The code in an internal print server is not valid. The printer cannot receive
and process jobs until valid code is programmed into the internal print
server. Download valid code to the internal print server.
Note: The network code can be downloaded while this message is
displayed.
Load manual feeder with <Custom • Load the specified media in the manual feed tray or multipurpose
Type> feeder.
• To ignore the manual feed request and print on media already
Load manual feeder with <Custom installed in one of the input sources, press .
String>
If the printer finds a tray that has media with the correct media type
Load manual feeder with <size> and size, then it feeds media from that tray. If the printer cannot find
a tray with the correct media type and size, then it prints on
Load manual feeder with <size> whatever media is installed in the default input source.
<type> • Cancel the current job.
Message Action
Load <src> with <Custom Type • Load the input source with the correct type and size media.
Name> • Cancel the current job.
Load <src> with <Custom String>
Maintenance Replace the maintenance items and, if necessary, reset the printer
maintenance counter.
Menus Disabled The printer menus are disabled. The printer settings cannot be changed
from the control panel.
Note: A job can still be canceled.
Contact a system support person.
Network Card Busy An internal print server (also called an internal network adapter or INA) is
being reset. Wait for the message to clear.
Not Ready The printer is not ready to receive or process data. Someone pressed
to take the printer offline. Press to make the printer ready to receive
jobs.
Performing Self Test The printer is running the series of start-up tests it performs after it is
turned on. Wait for the message to clear.
Printing Directory List The printer is processing or printing a directory of all files stored in flash
memory. Wait for the message to clear.
Printing Font List The printer is processing or printing a list of all available fonts for the
specified printer language. Wait for the message to clear.
Printing Menu Settings The printer is processing or printing the menu settings page. Wait for the
message to clear.
Printing Device Statistics The printer is printing statistical information about the printer. Wait for the
message to clear.
Printing Quality Test Pages The printer is formatting and printing the Print Quality Test, which consists
of 4 pages. Page 1 contains a mixture of graphics and text, pages 2 and 3
contain only graphics, and page 4 is a blank page. If Duplex is turned on,
then the pages are duplexed; otherwise they are simplexed. Wait for the
message to clear.
Prog Engine Code The printer is programming new engine code. Wait for the message to
DO NOT POWER OFF clear and the printer to reset.
Warning: Do not turn the printer off while this message is displayed.
Program Flash The printer is storing resources, such as fonts or macros, in flash memory.
DO NOT POWER OFF Wait for the message to clear.
Warning: Do not turn the printer off while this message is displayed.
Message Action
Prog System Code The printer is programming new system code. Wait for the message to
DO NOT POWER OFF clear and the printer to reset.
Warning: Do not turn the printer off while this message is displayed.
Resetting Maint Cnt Valu The printer is resetting the counter that tracks wear on the fuser.
Resetting PC Cnt Value The printer is resetting the counter that tracks wear on the photoconductor.
Res Reduced The printer is reducing the resolution of a page in the current job from 600
dots per inch (dpi) to 300 dpi to prevent a 38 Memory Full error. Res
Reduced remains on the display while the job prints.
USB The printer is processing data through the specified USB port.
Waiting The printer has received a page of data to print, but is waiting for an End of
Job command, a Form Feed command, or additional data.
• Press to print the contents of the buffer.
• Cancel the current job.
30.01 No bucket transition out of the top bucket. If the cartridge Replace the cartridge.
has not been refilled, then it usually is a mechanical
problem with the cartridge. During development, it could
also have the wrong chip installed.
30.05 Cartridge has run past it's life such that the cartridge has to
been totally void of printable toner. During development, it
could also have the wrong chip installed.
31.04 Read Failure. Intermittent contact with the device, cable on Check the contact pins (on the
system card not seated well, gross electrical noise, right side, under the cartridge) for
defective device. damage. Replace if possible.
32.06 Printer already married to a SWE cartridge. Must purchase Replace the cartridge with a new
after-market cartridge. one from the correct geography.
Note: The Event log (See “Event log” on page 3-16) will list any of these errors that have occurred.
200.00 Paper jam around input sensor. Remove the PC kit and paper or debris at the input
sensor.
200.01 Classic input jam. The media is too long over the input First, remove the PC kit and paper or debric at the
sensor. Possible causes include multi-sheet feed, tray input sensor. Then, inspect the flag on the input
size sensing problem, and media slippage. sensor. It should rotate freely. Replace the sensor if
necessary. Finally, check the paper size settings in
200.02 The main input sensor never became uncovered from the printer and the driver.
the sheet ahead.
200.03 The video never started on the page at the input Check the printhead. See “Printhead service
sensor within two inches after hitting the input sensor check” on page 2-38.
200.04 The media at the input sensor before interrupt Carefully remove the tray and notice if the leading
occurred–not enough time elapsed since the printhead edge of the media is pointed upward and out of the
started to expect the printhead mirror motor lock. tray. If so, then inspect the tray wear strips and
Possible causes include bouncy sensor or replace if necessary.
exceptionally fast pick– perhaps due to media pre-
staged in the source tray. Inspect the input sensor flag and replace it if it does
not rotate freely or is too loose.
200.06 Imaged page not expected page (bouncy passthru Remove the toner cartridge/PC kit. At the front,
sensor) remove the upper front guide, and inspect the flag on
the manual input sensor. If the flag is loose, then
replace it. See “Media manual input sensor
removal” on page 4-42.
200.08 Media reached the input sensor before the EP was Inspect the tray for prestaging. Verify the proper
ready media and inspect the tray wear strips. Replace the
wear strips if necessary.
200.09 Transfer servo never started Inspect the LVPS/HVPS. See “Controller board
service check” on page 2-23.
200.12 Media detected at manual feeder sensor when not Carefully remove the tray and notice if the leading
expected. Possible causes include user insert of media edge of the media is pointed upward and out of the
when motor is running or pre-staged media in the tray. tray. If so, then inspect the tray wear strips and
replace if necessary.
200.13 The input sensor is covered when the media is not Remove the toner cartridge/PC kit and inspect the
expected (media in machine during warm-up) input sensor flag. Replace the flag if necessary.
200.14 Trailing edge cleared manual feed, but did not Remove the toner cartridge/PC kit. At the front,
successfully debounce the sensor. Potential causes remove the upper front guide, and inspect the flag on
are a small gap or a bouncy manual feed sensor. the manual input sensor. If the flag is loose, then
replace it. See “Media manual input sensor
removal” on page 4-42.
200.15 UNRECOVERABLE NO GAP JAM. Engine detected Remove the toner cartridge/PC kit. At the front,
no gap at the manual feeder sensor, attempted to open remove the upper front guide, and inspect the flag on
the gap by stopping the feed rolls, but no trailing edge the manual input sensor. If the flag is loose, then
was ever seen at the input sensor. replace it. See “Media manual input sensor
removal” on page 4-42.
200.16 Transport motor error detected Inspect the main motor. See “Main motor service
check” on page 2-27.
200.17 Took too long to ramp up transport motor
200.18 Manual feeder sensor never became uncovered from Remove the toner cartridge/PC kit. At the front,
the sheet ahead. remove the upper front guide, and inspect the flag on
the manual input sensor. If the flag is loose, then
replace it. See “Media manual input sensor
removal” on page 4-42.
200.19 The media never reached the input sensor, but was Remove the toner cartridge/PC kit, and inspect for
detected at manual feeder sensor. debris in the paper path. Check the bottom of the PC
kit for any obstructions. Remove the upper front
guide, and inspect the pinch rollers.
200.20 The media is too long over the manual feeder sensor. Verify that the media is approved. Inspect the wear
Possible causes include multi-sheet feed, media size strips in the tray, and replace if they are worn.
(length) problem, pre-staged media in the tray.
200.23 Laser Servo never started due to potential conflict with Verify that the media is approved. Inspect the wear
the transfer servo. Possible causes: slow or missing strips in the tray, and replace if they are worn.
transport motor positional feedback, or the media is
transferred too quickly to the input sensor. Check the main motor. See “Main motor service
check” on page 2-27.
200.24 The measured gap at the input sensor is too small to Verify that the media is approved. Inspect the wear
meet the video delivery requirements. (There is not strips in the tray, and replace if they are worn.
enough time since prior image finished to start new
image)
200.26 The trailing edge never cleared the input sensor when
feeding out the media that was detected during warm-
up.
200.27 Printhead Driver: Mirror motor fell out of lock condition Check the printhead. See “Printhead service
after the media at the input sensor–more time elapsed check” on page 2-38.
since the printhead than the expected stable lock time,
but less than the printhead jitter-stable specification.
200.28 First writing line of a page at the developer nip, but Verify that the media is approved. Inspect the wear
laser servo cleanup is not complete. Likely pre staged strips in the tray, and replace if they are worn.
media or a fast paper feed.
200.29 Printhead drive control out of range due to an external Check the cable routing for the printhead. See
event beyond what the control is designed to handle. “Printhead service check” on page 2-38.
Probable causes: ESD or noise on hsync signal.
200.30 Narrow media sensor covered during warm-up. Check that the narrow media flag rotates freely and
securely. If it is dislodged or broken, then repalce the
rear exit guide. See “Rear exit guide assembly
with sensor and reversing solenoid removal” on
page 4-56.
200.32 Media more than 14 inches too long over the manual Verify that the media is approved. Inspect the wear
feeder sensor. Possible causes include multi-sheet strips in the tray, and replace if they are worn.
feed or pre-staged media in the tray.
200.33 Page from tray 1 did not reach the input sensor after Verify that the pick tires are clean, not worn, or filled
multiple attempts. Page did make it out of the tray at with paper dust. Replace the pick tires if necessary.
least as far as the manual feeder sensor. Possible See “ACM pick tire roller removal” on page 4-3.
cause is that the page stalled at the alignment gate.
The alignment roller may be binding. Call the next
200.34 Timed out waiting for page from tray 1 to reach the level of support.
input sensor after multiple pick attempts, but the page
was later detected at the input sensor while waiting for
any page(s) ahead to clear the paper path. Possible
cause is that the page is delayed at the alignment gate.
200.35 Failed to create hsync during auto alignment Check the printhead. See “Printhead service
check” on page 2-38.
200.36 Lost hsyncs during auto alignment
200.42 Rogue sheet is at the manual feed sensor while Retry alignment.
flushing the paper path prior to declaring MPF source
empty.
200.43 The media is at the input sensor before interruption Remove the media, realign the stock, and re-insert.
occurs. Possible causes include bouncy sensor or an Do not let the top sheets to go beyond the wear
exceptionally small gap, perhaps due to the media strips.
being pre-staged in the source tray.
201.00 Paper jam between input and exit sensor Remove the toner cartridge/PC kit and check for
obstructions between the input sensor and the fuser.
if the media continues to stop at the entrance or in
the fuser, then replace the fuser. See “Fuser
removal” on page 4-21.
201.01 Transport motor identification failed to identify either Check the main motor. See “Main motor service
motor after two tries. check” on page 2-27.
201.02 Exit sensor never made by leading edge of page. Also Remove the PC kit and paper or debris at the input
known as internal jam. sensor.
201.03 Video never started on the page at the input sensor Check the printhead. See “Printhead service
within two inches after hitting the input sensor check” on page 2-38.
201.05 Restart attempted after an internal jam without the Check the paper path and remove any media in the
cover open/close event. It is likely that the jam was path.
never cleared.
201.25 Exit sensor never made by leading edge of media Remove the toner cartridge/PC kit and check for
when feeding out the media that was detected during obstructions between the input sensor and the fuser.
warm-up. if the media continues to stop at the entrance or in
the fuser, then replace the fuser. See “Fuser
201.26 Page at fuser nip before fuser started ramping toward removal” on page 4-21.
desired temperature. Indicates code may be receiving
more interrupts than intended
202.00 Paper jam around exit sensor. Open the rear cover and look for obstructions in the
path way. If there are none, then inspect for damage
at the fuser, rear door, exit guide, and top cover.
Often, the leading edge of the media will indicate the
vacinity of damage. If damage is found, then replace
the damaged part.
Note: Print a page with the rear door open to isolate
the fuser from the other parts.
202.01 Exit sensor never broke on the trailing edge of the Open the rear door, and inspect the flag on the exit
sheet at the exit sensor. sensor. The flag is located behind the fuser exit
rollers, about mid printer. If the flag does not rotate
202.02 Exit sensor never broke from sheet ahead of page freely or has no spring action, then replace the fuser.
heading toward the exit sensor. See “Fuser removal” on page 4-21.
202.25 Exit sensor never broke from the sheet ahead of the
page heading toward the exit sensor when feeding out
the media detected during warm-up.
202.26 Trailing edge never cleared exit sensor when feeding Open the rear door, and inspect the flag on the exit
out media that was detected during warm-up. sensor. The flag is located behind the fuser exit
rollers, about mid printer. If the flag does not rotate
freely or has no spring action, then replace the fuser.
See “Fuser removal” on page 4-21.
202.32 Long media or shingled multi feed stopped before Check the paper setting and correct if needed. While
sending to duplex. feeding along the media, and immediately after it
enters the output bin, open the reat door and
obscure the trailing edge and the sensor flag. If there
is slippage in the exit guide, then replace the exit
guide. See “Rear exit guide assembly with sensor
and reversing solenoid removal” on page 4-56.
231.00 Duplex jam while reversing into the device Open the rear cover and look for obstructions
between the rear cover ribs, the fuser exit rollers, and
231.01 Duplex sensor never made by leading edge reversing below. The media entering the duplex passes
into the duplex. outside the exit roller while the media exiting the
fuser passes above and inside the exit rollers.
231.02 Bouncy duplex sensor never made. Remove the tray, open the duplex door, and remove
the obstructions. If there are no obstructions and the
232.00 Duplex jam while staging in the device problem persists, then disconnect all of the cables,
tilt the printer onto its back (be sure to protect the
232.01 Duplex sensor never broke by the sheet ahead after antenna on a wireless unit), and inspect the flag of
reversing into the duplex. the duplex sensor. If the flag does not rotate freely,
then replace the paper input and duplex sensor. See
“Paper input and duplex sensor assembly
232.02 Page in duplex ahead of current reversing page never removal” on page 4-52.
staged.
Check the belt and drive of the duplex unit. Replace
233.00 Duplex jam while picking from the device it if necessary.
233.01 Page in duplex never picked.
235.01 Invalid duplex media Check the media. Duplex supports A4, letter, legal,
oficio, and folio media sizes.
241.00 Paper jam near tray 1. Remove the tray and inspect the media path for
obstructions. Check the pick rollers. Replace the pick
241.10 Second pick attempt failed from Tray 1 rollers if they are worn or clogged with dust. See
“ACM pick tire roller removal” on page 4-3. Also
check the wear strips, and replace if necessary.
241.12 Second pick from manual feeder, tray 1, or feeder Remove the tray and inspect the media path for
failed when the media was in the source while other obstructions. Check the pick rollers. Replace the pick
sheets were committed to the paper path. rollers if they are worn or clogged with dust. See
“ACM pick tire roller removal” on page 4-3. Also
241.16 Failed to feed from tray 1. Pages in the paper path check the wear strips and the manual feeder, and
have been flushed to the output bin. replace if necessary.
242.00 Paper jam near tray 2. Remove Tray 2 and inspect for obstruction in the
paper path. Check the pick tires for wear or paper
dust. Replace if necessary. Check the wear strips
and replace if necessary.
242.01 Took too long to ramp up dc feed motor Check the connection with Tray 2. (Lift the printer
and re-set it on Tray 2.) If the error persists, then
242.08 Received lots of dc feed interrupts before losing them replace Tray 2.
242.10 Second pick attempt failed from Tray 2 Remove Tray 2 and inspect for obstruction in the
paper path. Check the pick tires for wear or paper
dust. Replace if necessary. Check the wear strips
and replace if necessary.
242.12 Second pick from manual feeder, tray 1, or feeder Check the wear strips and replace them if worn.
failed when media was in the source, other sheets
were committed to the paper path.
242.16 Failed to feed from tray 2. Pages in the paper path Remove Tray 2 and inspect for obstruction in the
have been flushed to the output bin. paper path. Check the pick tires for wear or paper
dust. Replace if necessary. Check the wear strips
and replace if necessary.
251.00 Paper jam near the manual feeder. Inspect the pick roller on the MPF or the rollers on
the manual feed. If the MPF pick roller is damaged or
251.10 Second pick attempt failed from manual feeder. worn, then replace the MPF. For a printer with a
manual feed only (no MPF), clean the roller.
251.11 Failed to feed from manual feeder. Pages in the paper
path have been flushed to the output bin.
251.19 Media never reached the input sensor from the manual
feeder.
251.20 The media in the MPF has been pushed in too far. Remove the media, realign the stock, and re-insert.
Do not let the top sheets to go beyond the wear
251.21 The media in the MPF has been pushed in too far. strips.
Service error codes are generally non-recoverable except in an intermittent condition when the printer can be
put into POR to temporarily recover from the error condition.
902.xx Engine software error Replace the controller board. See “Controller
board service check” on page 2-23
917.xx Transfer service error Replace the transfer roll. See “Transfer roll
service check” on page 2-38.
920.00 Under temperature during steady state control. Replace the fuser. See “Fuser service check”
on page 2-26.
920.01 Fuser took too long to heat up after transitioning to new
enhanced mode.
922.02 Hot roll took too long to reach the beginning lamp
detection temperature.
922.04 Hot roll timed out in trying to reach the final lamp
detection temperature.
922.05 Did not roll over to a steady state control in time after the Replace the fuser. See “Fuser service check”
hot roll lamp detection. on page 2-26.
922.06 Hot roll did not reach the operating temperature in time
(new enhanced control).
922.20 Belt fuser failed to reach the preheat temperature for the
motor to start during warm-up.
927.00 Service fan error Replace the fan. See “Cooling fan service
check” on page 2-24.
927.03 Main fan took too long to ramp up
929.00 Toner sensor error Remove the toner cartridge, and shake it Try a
different toner cartridge, if possible. If the error
929.01 No home window persists, then replace the toner level sensor. See
“Toner level sensor removal” on page 4-60.
929.02 No sensor transition (closed)
930.00 Wrong printhead installed Replace the printhead. See “Printhead service
check” on page 2-38.
931.00 No first hsync
2-16 Service Manual
Error Description Action
936.01 No lock detected at normal motor start Replace the main motor gear drive. See “Main
motor service check” on page 2-27
936.02 No lock detected at motor start for motor ID
937.00 Main transport motor lost lock Replace the main motor gear drive. See “Main
motor service check” on page 2-27
937.01 Main transport motor lost lock, detected by engine
control
948.xx Failed engine board Replace the controller board. See “Controller
board service check” on page 2-23.
949.xx
950.xx Mismatch between EEPROM and mirror memory Install a new controller bored or operator panel.
See “Controller board service check” on
Note: A new controller board or operator panel has been page 2-23 or “Operator panel service check”
installed, and has not been properly prepared for this on page 2-28.
use. Install a new note. Do not install both the controller
board and the operator panel at the same time without a
POR in between.
951.xx Error with secure NVRAM on the controller board Replace the controller board. See “Controller
board service check” on page 2-23.
952.xx A recoverable MVRAM Cyclic Redundancy Check error Performing POR will clear this error.
occurred.
953.xx NVRAM chip failure with mirror Replace the operator panel. See “Operator
panel service check” on page 2-28.
954.xx NVRAM chip failure with system part. Replace the controller board. See “Controller
board service check” on page 2-23.
955.xx The code ROM or NAND flash failed the Cyclic
Redundancy Check or the NAND experienced an
uncorrectible multi-bit failure.
958.xx Printer has performed more than 100 “shift and reflash”
operations as a result of ECC bit corrections
959.01 Controller verification failure of pensive boot code Call the next level of support to update the
firmware, or replace the controller board. See
959.02 Failure to authenticate Signature Verification Code “Controller board service check” on
page 2-23.
959.03 Signature Verification Code failed to authenticate a code Update firmware and call the next level of
partition. support, or replace the controller board. See
“Controller board service check” on
959.04 Jump to unverified address page 2-23.
959.05 Unknown boot failure Update firmware and call the next level of
support, or replace the controller board. See
“Controller board service check” on
page 2-23
959.20 Pensive hardware failure Replace the controller board. See “Controller
board service check” on page 2-23.
959.21 Pensive did not respond to command request.
959.23 Pensive self test failed during initialization. Replace the controller board. See “Controller
board service check” on page 2-23.
959.24 EEPROM retention error
960.xx RAM memory error: RAM soldered on the controller Replace the controller board. See “Controller
board is bad board service check” on page 2-23.
961.xx RAM memory error: memory card in slot is bad. Replace the memory card.
964.xx Download Emulation Cyclic Redundancy Check Error: Disable the Download Emulation. Program the
checksum failure detected in the emulation header or download emulation into the firmware card again.
emulation file. If this does not resolve the problem, then replace
the firmware card and download the emulation
again.
Network errors
Other errors
980.xx Engine experiencing unreliable communication with the Call the next level of support.
specified device
984.xx Invalid command parameter received by the specidied Call the next level of support.
device
Symptom Action
The main motor, cooling fan, and fuser do not come See “Cover interlock switch service check” on page 2-24.
on.
POST completes, but the LCD does not come on. See “Operator panel service check” on page 2-28.
Main motor does not come on. See “Main motor service check” on page 2-27.
Fan does not come on. See “Cooling fan service check” on page 2-24.
Fuser does not cycle. See “Fuser service check” on page 2-26.
Fuser does not turn on and off. See “Fuser service check” on page 2-26.
The paper feed picks and tries to feed media. See “Paper feed service checks” on page 2-28.
Note: Investigate any displayed codes before proceeding with these symptoms. For example, a missing toner cartridge will
prevent POST from completing.
Symptom Action
Fan noisy or fan not working. See “Cooling fan service check” on page 2-24.
Toner not fused to the media. See “Fuser service check” on page 2-26 or “Solving print
quality problems” on page 2-35.
Main motor noisy or not moving. See “Main motor service check” on page 2-27.
Printer not communicating with host. See “Parallel or USB port service check” on page 2-30.
Front access door will not close. See “Cover interlock switch service check” on page 2-24.
Operator panel button not responding. See “Operator panel service check” on page 2-28.
Operator panel lights are off or very dim. See “Operator panel service check” on page 2-28.
White or black lines or bands. See “White or black lines or bands” on page 2-34.
Media feeds continuously. See “Media occasionally mispicks or picks multiple sheets
at once” on page 2-29.
Media wrinkled or bent. See “Media “trees,” wrinkles, stacks poorly, or curls” on
page 2-30.
Dead machine (no power). See “Dead machine service check” on page 2-25.
Print quality problems See “Solving print quality problems” on page 2-35.
• Light print
• Blurred characters
• Toner on both sides of media
• Toner not fused
• Streaks
• Blank pages
Note: When making voltage readings, always use frame ground unless another ground is
specified. See the wiring diagram in the back of the book for more information.
FRU Action
FRU Action
If any of the voltages are incorrect, then replace the LVPS/HVPS. See “Dead machine
service check” on page 2-25.
FRU Action
Cooling fan Make sure the fan cable plug is properly seated at J9 (controller board).
Turn the printer on. Within a few seconds, the controller board assembly should apply
+24 V dc to pin 2.
• If voltage is not present, then check or replace the controller board. See “Controller
board removal” on page 4-6.
• If voltage is present then check pin 1 for 24 V dc as well. If it is close to 24 V dc while the
fan is still idle, then replace the fan. See “Fan removal” on page 4-16.
Note: Make sure a print cartridge assembly is installed and the cover closes all the way, engaging the cover
open switch lever.
FRU Action
Cover interlock switch Disconnect the cover interlock cable from the controller board at J7.
With the printer turned off:
1. Verify continuity between cable pin 1 and pin 2 with the door closed and discontinuity
with the door open.
2. Verify continuity between cable pin 1 and pin 3 with the door open and discontinuity with
the door closed.
3. Verify discontinuity between cable pins 2 and 3 whether the door is open or closed.
• If any fail, then replace the cover interlock switch.
• If both pass continuity, then turn the printer on, and measure +5 V dc on pin 2 at J7 on
the controller board.
• Verify pin 3 at J7 is ground.
• If voltage or ground is not present, then see “Controller board service check” on
page 2-23 for more information.
CAUTION: Check the AC line voltage. The voltage should be within the following limits:
FRU Action
Unplug the printer. Remove the LVPS/HVPS, and check the fuses for continuity.
• If open, then replace the LVPS/HVPS.
• If not open, then check the switch continuity across its conductors with the switch on.
Turn the switch off. Plug the AC line into the LVPS/HVPS and switch unit on.
Note: Voltages may be exposed at several places on the board. Do these verifications, and
LVPS/HVPS then unplug the card:
Pins Voltage
CN201-6, 17, +24 V dc
19
CN201-10, 12, Ground
14, 16, 18
CN201-1,3, 5, +5 V dc
11,13, 15
When toner is partially fused to the media, it is usually caused by low fuser temperature.
The line voltage to the printer must be within the following limits:
FRU Action
Unplug the printer, and disconnect the fuser cable plug from the LVPS/HVPS board
connector at CN102.
Check for continuity across the fuser by checking across the connector pins.
• If there is continuity, then check the LVPS/HVPS. See “LVPS/HVPS service check” on
page 2-26.
Fuser power cable • If there is no continuity, then disconnect the fuser power cable at both ends, and check
LVPS/HVPS each conductor for continuity. Replace cable if necessary.
Fuser
• If the cable tests good, then replace the fuser.
Reconnect the cables, turn the printer on, and at &12, check for approximately +5 V dc on
pin 1 and ground on pin 2. If line voltage is incorrect on pin 1, then see “Controller board
service check” on page 2-23 for more information.
FRU Action
FRU Action
Turn off the printer, and unplug the main motor cable at J17. Turn on the printer, and check
for the following voltages at J17:
Inspect the operator panel cable for damage. Make sure the cable is plugged in securely. Run POST, and check
each light for proper operation. See “Power–On Self Test (POST) sequence” on page 2-1.
FRU Action
FRU Action
Fuser (exit sensor) If the exit sensor flag, which is visible at the back of the fuser, is in any position other than
vertical, then the printer will display a paper jam. Make sure the flag is operating freely.
Replace the fuser if the sensor is damaged.
Input/duplex sensor Make sure the input paper feed sensors are working properly. A stuck or incorrectly installed
Manual feed sensor sensor causes a paper jam indication.
FRU Action
Input/duplex sensors Make sure the input sensors are working properly.
(under print cartridge assembly)
Input sensor (manual) Check for a broken or stuck flag on the input sensors. Clear anything that keeps
the flags from rotating freely.
Make sure the cables are seated on the controller board at J27 (input/duplex
sensor) and J23 (manual input).
Check for +5 V dc on pin 2 and 5 at J27 (input/duplex sensors) and pin 2 at J23
(Input sensor). Voltages on pins 1 and 4 at J27 pin 1 at J23 should change as the
flags intersect with the sensor.
• If correct, then replace the input paper feed sensor.
• If these voltages are not correct, then replace the controller board.
• Check the pick tires. Clean or replace as necessary.
FRU Action
Paper feed (pick tires) tray 1 Open the left cover, and verify that the solenoids and clutches are functioning
Paper feed (pick tires) tray 2 when an attempt is made to feed the media.
Media drive ASM
Media feed clutch ASM Make sure the rubber tires on the ACM are installed and clean.
Manual feed clutch ASM Replace the tires, ACM drive, clutch assemblies, solenoids, or drive shaft as
P/U and manual feed solenoid necessary.
ACM drive shaft
FRU Action
Paper pick tires Check the tires in the ACM assembly for signs of wear or damage.
(Tray 1 or tray 2)
Replace the tires as necessary.
ACM clutch Open left cover, and observe the solenoid and clutch actions at the ACM and manual feed
Manual feed clutch shafts as a print job is attempted.
Media feed clutch ASM
(tray 1 only) Replace the faulty part.
Manual feed clutch
solenoid
Controller board Disconnect the solenoid cable at J26 on the controller board and measure the resistance
P/U and manual feed across cable pins 1 and 2.
solenoid ASM.
• The resistance should be approximately 70 ohms.
• If it is not, then replace the solenoid.
• If the resistance is approximately 70 ohms, then check the controller board. Pin 1 at
J26 should be +24 V dc. See “Controller board service check” on page 2-23 for
more information.
Replace controller board as necessary.
Media skews
FRU Action
Paper feed (pick tires) tray 1 Check tires for debris. If tires are new, then try reversing each on its hub.
Paper feed (pick tires) tray 2
Tray 1 Check side guides on Tray 1 and Tray 2. Guides set for a full stack of media may be
Tray 2 (option) too wide when the stack is short.
FRU Action
Fuser This problem is most likely due to a worn backup roll. It causes the printer to run hotter than
required for the media being printed. Excessive heat can cause media treeing problems,
poor stacking, or curl.
Print the menu sheet found under Utilities.
Look at the media settings. Some, such as card stock or rough texture, may require a higher
fuser temperature, which leads to more of these problems (except stacking) in plain paper.
• Change settings using the printer driver.
• Use the local printer setup utility (included on the CD) to change the NVRAM
settings.
Try a different ream of paper. Moist media has a higher tendency to crease (treeing) and
curl.
1. Perform a print test to make sure the printer prints correctly. Verify that the indicator light is on, then print
the menu settings by selecting Print Menu under Utilities.
2. Be sure the printer parallel cable is designed for bidirectional printing.
3. Be sure the user’s application is set up correctly.
4. If the internal print test page prints correctly, then the user’s application/printer driver is set up correctly, and
the correct bidirectional parallel cable is installed, but the printer still fails to print on command from the
host computer, replace the controller board.
5. Check the USB cable for continuity.
Note: Ensure the cover closes tightly. A gap in the opening may allow light to expose the photoconductor,
resulting in a ‘dirty’ print. Extreme environmental conditions, temperatures, and humidity will affect the print
quality.
To help isolate print quality problems, like streaking, print test pages using the print quality test pages. To print
the print quality test pages:
Note: Refer to the print defects guide at the end of the manual for repeating defects.
Blank page
FRU Action
Toner cartridge (not a Remove the toner cartridge, and gently shake it to evenly distribute the toner.
FRU)
Check for cartridge damage.
Unplug the printer, and check the cable continuity between the LVPS/HVPS connector
marked OPC (at CN202) and the corresponding wire form (spring) found about 14 mm
above and to the right of the transfer roll gear.
• If there is not continuity, then call the next level of service.
Try a different toner cartridge and PC kit.
• If those fail, then replace the LVPS/HVPS, controller board, or the printhead in that
order.
Note: Incorrect laser exposure or incorrect charging of the photoconductor causes an all black page. Always
verify the same results from a different print cartridge assembly and developer before proceeding.
FRU Action
Toner electrodes (not a Check the three rearward electrodes below the toner cartridge assembly for contamination,
FRU) damage, or a short to ground. Correct as necessary.
Check continuity between the cable (DEV, TAR, and doctor blade) connection PCN3 and on
the contact tips below the toner cartridge assembly.
• If continuity fails, then call the next level of service.
With the printer off, disconnect the LVPS/HVPS cable from J502 on the controller board.
Turn the printer on, and verify +24 V dc on pins 17 and 19 of the cable.
Verify +5 V dc on pins 1, 3, 5, 13, and 15.
Verify ground on pins 10, 12,14, 16, and 18.
LVPS/HVPS board • If any of the values are incorrect, then replace LVPS/HVPS board.
Controller board
Miscellaneous cables • If the grounds are incorrect, then check ground paths.
• Check continuity in the cable. If the cable is bad, then call the next level of support.
• If the values are correct and the toner electrodes are good, then replace the controller
board.
• See the “LVPS/HVPS service check” on page 2-26 and the “Controller board
service check” on page 2-23, if necessary.
Heavy background
Poor development or poorly charged toner particles cause excessive background. This is more noticeable as the
toner cartridge nears end-of-life.
FRU Action
Toner cartridge (not a Check the toner darkness setting in the driver. Try a lower setting.
FRU)
Photoconductor kit (not Make sure the toner cartridge and photoconductor kit are correctly installed and the high
a FRU) voltage contacts are clean.
If the toner cartridge and photoconductor kit are installed correctly, then try a new
photoconductor kit first and then toner cartridge.
Check the contacts for correct installation and contamination where contact is made
between the print cartridge assembly and spring contacts which connect to the LVPS/HVPS
board at CN203. Clean as necessary.
If this does not correct the problem, then replace the following FRUs one at a time in the
order shown:
LVPS/HVPS • LVPS/HVPS board (See “Black page” on page 2-32 for pin values.)
Controller board • Controller board
FRU Action
Toner cartridge (not a Remove the toner cartridge assembly, and gently shake the assembly to evenly distribute
FRU) the toner.
Check to make sure that the laser light path is not blocked.
If toner cartridge is low, then try a new one.
FRU Action
Photoconductor kit (not The charge roll may have an unbalanced force against the PC (photoconductor) drum.
a FRU)
Try a new photoconductor kit.
Transfer roll Note: Do not touch the transfer roll except at its ends. Place a sheet of paper over the roll to
prevent damage from finger oils or hand lotion.
Check the springs in the left and right transfer roll bearings. The bearing assemblies should
support the transfer roll, applying evenly distributed forces to the PC drum.
Replace the transfer roll assembly if the springs or bearings show signs of damage or
fatigue.
Inspect the transfer roll for signs of wear, damage, or contamination.
Replace as necessary.
FRU Action
Fuser The fuser may not be operating at the proper temperature to fuse the toner to the paper.
See“LVPS/HVPS service check” on page 2-26 for more information. Try changing the
setting to heavier paper or even card stock.
FRU Action
Toner cartridge (not a Make sure the toner cartridge and photoconductor kit are installed correctly and that the
FRU) toner cartridge is not low on toner.
If the problem continues, then install a new toner cartridge.
Recheck condition before replacing photoconductor kit, if necessary.
Check the transfer roll for signs of toner buildup and contamination.
Inspect the HVPS contact (transfer roll) for contamination.
Verify the high voltage cable is plugged into the LVPS/HVPS.
If all components appear free of contamination, then replace the following FRUs one at a
Transfer roll time in the order shown:
LVPS/HVPS card • Transfer roll
• LVPS/HVPS card
FRU Action
Print cartridge Banding appears as light or dark horizontal lines on a uniformly gray page or on a page with
assembly (not a FRU) a large area of graphics. Banding is primarily due to a variation in the speed of the media as
Developer drive it feeds through the printer, especially in the developer and transfer process. It may also be
coupling assembly a result of overly dry or moist environments.
Main motor gear drive
With the printer off, check to make sure that the laser beam is not blocked.
Inspect the toner cartridge and paper feed components, especially the drive coupler and
drive gears for debris, binds, or damage.
FRU Action
Photoconductor kit (not Print a menu page found under Utilities, and check settings for media type.
a FRU)
Inspect the overall paper path for signs of spilled toner.
Gently clean the contaminated areas with a soft cloth.
Transfer roll A transfer roll contaminated with toner can cause toner to transfer to the back of pages.
Inspect the transfer roll for contamination and its cable for continuity.
HVPS or controller Loss of the proper high voltages can cause excessive toner to contaminate the transfer
board roller. None of these voltages can be measured, but the contacts and continuities can be
checked. To check the lower voltage, see J502 on the wiring diagram. Replace the LVPS/
HVPS or controller board as necessary.
Note: Refer to the print defects guide at the end of the manual for repeating defects.
Toner smudges appear • Make sure the media is straight and unwrinkled.
on the front or back of • Replace the photoconductor kit, and recheck before replacing the toner cartridge. See
the page. “Toner on back of page” on page 2-34 for more information.
Toner smears or rubs • Toner is not being fused to the paper. Replace the fuser.
off the page. • Change the media texture setting in the driver. If special media is being used, such as
card stock or labels, then be sure to select the correct media type.
• Try a different kind of paper. Paper designed for copiers gives the best quality fusing.
The Toner Low • Remove the toner cartridge, and gently shake it from side to side to redistribute the
message displays. toner.
• Replace the toner cartridge.
Solid black areas on • There is a mismatch in the transparency and what the software is expecting.
transparencies • Choose a different fill pattern in the software program.
• Remove the toner cartridge, and gently shake it from side to side to redistribute the
toner.
• Try a different type of transparency.
• Replace the toner cartridge.
Faint images or • Select a different media type or form type setting from the printer driver.
repetitive spots appear • Try a different type of paper. Media designed for copiers gives the best quality.
on the page. • Replace the toner cartridge.
Pages are blank. • The print cartridge may be out of toner or defective. Replace the cartridge.
• There may be a software error. Re-initialize the printer by turning it off and back on.
• With the printer off, check the printhead beam path. If clear, then check for a printhead
error on POR. See “Printhead service check” on page 2-38.
• Also, see “Blank page” on page 2-31.
The printer is on and • Make sure the parallel or USB cable is not damaged and is firmly plugged into the
indicates ready, but connector on the back of the printer.
nothing prints. • Make sure the toner cartridge assembly is installed properly.
• Print the menu page found under Utilities.
- If a menu settings page cannot be printed, then contact the next level of support.
- If a menu settings page can be printed, then the problem is one of the following:
• Computer
• Software program
• Cable
• (USB only) A failed controller board. Replace card.
Note: Test by unplugging USB and plugging it with the printer on. If the computer indicates
“unknown device,” replace the controller board.
Toner Low light is on If a 3.5K or more page toner cartridge is being used and the Toner Low alarm is set to on,
and printing stops. then the printer stops printing until the toner cartridge is replaced.
The Error light alone is Make sure the front printer cover is closed.
on.
The Toner Low light is • Make sure the toner cartridge is installed correctly.
blinking, and the Error • Install a new toner cartridge.
light is on.
The media fails to feed • Frictional force between tires and media is less than resisting force.
from Tray 1. • Remove the media from Tray 1, and fan it.
• Make sure Tray 1 is selected from the printer driver. Do not overfill the tray.
• Check the condition of the rubber on the paper feed rolls. Replace if worn or
contaminated.
• Verify that the ACM clutch is functioning correctly.
The media fails to feed • Incorrect tray selection or inadequate picking force by tires.
from the optional • Make sure the correct tray and media type are selected from the driver.
Tray 2. • Make sure the tray is pushed all the way in.
• Remove the media from the optional Tray 2, fan it, and reload.
• Check the rubber on the paper feed tires for dirt or any other debris. Replace as
necessary.
• Check the paper path in the tray for burrs or debris that may hinder media movement.
• Make sure the media does not exceed the stack height indicator.
Load Paper displays • The input sensor does not sense media after picking.
even though there is • Make sure the tray is pushed all the way in.
media loaded in the • Press .
optional Tray 2.
• Check the feed tires. (See two preceding actions.)
The printer does not • The printer is waiting on the next command.
print after a paper jam • Clear all jams.
has been cleared. • Press and release , or open and close the printer cover to restart the printer.
• Make sure the print cartridge assembly is installed properly.
Jobs are not printing, • The printer is waiting for an appropriate command.
and an error message • Make sure the print cartridge assembly is installed properly.
is displayed. • Make sure the printer front cover is closed.
FRU Action
FRU Action
Note: Do not touch the transfer roll except at its ends. Place a sheet of paper over the roll to
prevent damage from finger oils or hand lotion.
Check the springs in the left and right transfer roll bearings. Do not try to move the left
spring. The bearing assemblies should support the transfer roll, applying evenly distributed
forces to the PC drum.
Transfer roll Replace the transfer roll assembly if the springs or bearings show signs of damage, or
fatigue.
Inspect the transfer roll for signs of wear, damage, or contamination.
Replace as necessary.
FRU Action
This chapter explains the tests and procedures to identify printer failures and verify repairs have corrected the
problem.
Configuration Menu 1. Turn off the printer. The Configuration Menu group contains a set of
2. Press and hold and . menus, settings, and operations which are
3. Turn on the printer. infrequently required by a user. Generally, the
options made available in this menu group are
4. Release the buttons when the used to configure a printer for operation.
clock displays.
See “Configuration menu (CONFIG MENU)” on
page 3-2 for more information.
Diagnostics Mode 1. Turn off the printer. The Diagnostics Mode group contains the settings
2. Press and hold and . and operations used while manufacturing and
3. Turn on the printer. servicing the printer.
4. Release the buttons when the See “Diagnostics menu” on page 3-6 for more
clock displays. information.
To run the printer diagnostic tests described in this chapter, the printer must be in Diagnostic Mode.
Available menus
Maintenance Count Value See “Maintenance Count Value (Maint Cnt Value)” on page 3-3.
Reset Maintenance Count See “Reset Maintenance Count Value (Reset Maint Cnt)” on
page 3-3.
Reset Photoconductor Maintenance See “Reset Photoconductor Maintenance Counter (Reset PC
Count Cnt)” on page 3-3.
Print Quality Pages See “Print Quality Pages” on page 3-3.
Reports See “Reports” on page 3-4.
Panel Menus See “Panel Menus” on page 3-4.
PPDS Emulation See “PPDS Emulation” on page 3-4.
Demo Mode See “Demo Mode” on page 3-4.
Factory Defaults See “Factory Defaults” on page 3-4.
Action for Prompts See “Action For Prompts” on page 3-5.
Energy Conserve See “Energy Conserve” on page 3-5.
Font Sharpening See “Font Sharpening” on page 3-5.
Exit Config Menu See “Exit Configuration Menu (Exit Config Menu)” on page 3-5.
Note: Menus may vary depending on the features and options of the printer.
The Maintenance Count Value displays the current value of the Maintenance Kit counter which provides a rough
gauge of the printer’s usage. A simplex print job increases the counter by one, and a duplex print job increases
the counter by two. Press to enter this setting. The following displays:
Note: When the Maintenance Count Value is equal to the Maintenance Kit’s rated life, the operator panel
displays the “80 Scheduled Maintenance” message. Perform the required maintenance, and then reset the
Maintenance Kit counter to “0.”
1. Press to enter the Reset Maintenance Count Value setting. The following displays:
Reset Cnt
✔Reset
2. Select Reset.
3. Resetting Maintenance Counter displays.
Once initiated, the reset operation cannot be canceled. Press or to return to the Configuration Menu.
This setting resets the photoconductor kit page counter and clears any warnings or photoconductor exhausted
messages. This operation should be performed only after a new photoconductor unit has been installed.
This setting is a limited version of the Print Quality Pages setting that appears in the Diagnostics menu. This
setting reports the values of a broad range of printer settings and tests the printer’s ability to generate
acceptable printed output. Press to print the report. Printing Quality Test Pages will display. Once
started, the printing cannot be canceled and no buttons are active until the printing completes.
The Reports menu contains two selections: Menu Settings Page and Event Log.
To print the Menu Settings page, press . Press to return to the Configuration menu.
Event Log
The event log provides a history of printer errors. The event log can only be printed in the Configuration
menu. Additional options are available in the Diagnostics menu. See “Reports” on page 3-16.
To print the event log:
1. Select Print Event Log from the Event Log menu.
2. Press to return to the Configuration menu.
Note: An event log printed from the CONFIG MENU will not contain debug information or secondary
codes for 900 service errors. However, the event log printed from DIAGNOSTICS mode does include this
information.
Panel Menus
PPDS Emulation
This menu item activates or deactivates the PPDS emulation data stream. The selections are Deactivate
(default) and Activate. When PPDS emulation is activated, the following settings are also changed:
Demo Mode
This setting contains a built-in demonstration mode. The settings allow you to turn the Demo Mode Off (default)
or On. While Demo Mode is set, the printer will start in Demo Mode until you change the setting.
Note: While Demo Mode is set to On, only demonstration files can print. Files received across the network or
from the host computer are ignored.
Factory Defaults
This setting enables a user to restore all the printer settings to the original factory settings. The selections are
Do not restore (default) and Restore now. Network does not appear unless you have a network printer. The
following settings are not changed:
• Display language
• Settings in the NETWORK/PORTS MENU group.
This setting determines which input source receives paper-related or envelope-related change prompts when
they occur. Press to enter Action For Prompts from the Configuration Menu. The following displays:
Press to select a prompt. Submitting Selection displays. The screen automatically returns to the
Configuration Menu.
Energy Conserve
This menu controls what values appear on the Power Saver menu. If Off is selected in the Energy Conserve
menu, then the Power Saver can be turned off. If On (default) is set in Energy Conserve, then the Power Saver
feature cannot be turned off.
Font Sharpening
This menu allows a user to set a text point-size value below which the high-frequency screens will be used when
printing font data. For example, if this setting’s value is “24,” then all fonts sized 24 points or less will use the
high-frequency screens. To increase this setting’s value by 1, press . To decrease this setting’s value by 1,
press .
Press to exit the Configuration menu. The printer performs a POR and restarts in normal mode.
Available tests
Note: Menus may vary depending on the features and options of the printer.
The Registration menu settings adjust the black plane’s margins. To set print registration, select
REGISTRATION from the Diagnostics menu. The following will display:
REGISTRATION
Top Margin
Bottom Margin
Left Margin
Right Margin
Quick Test
Margins
To change the value of any margin setting, press or to increase or decrease the margin setting value,
and then press to save. The panel displays Submitting changes... and returns to the initial
REGISTRATION menu screen. To exit the margin setting menu without changing the setting’s value, press .
Top Margin
This setting moves the black plane’s top margin up or down. Increasing the margin value moves text down the
page and increases the amount of space between the page’s top edge and the top margin. Decreasing the
margin value moves text up the page and narrows the amount of space between the page’s top edge and the top
margin. The default margin is 1/6 inch.
Note: Modifying the top margin moves the entire image either up or down on the physical page. In order to
preserve the bottom margin, changing the top margin does not compress or expand the image.
Bottom Margin
This setting moves the black plane’s bottom margin up or down. Increasing the margin value moves text down
the page and narrows the amount of space between the bottom edge of the page and the bottom margin.
Decreasing the margin value moves text up the page and widens the amount of space between the bottom edge
of the page and the bottom margin. The default margin is 1/6 inch.
Note: Modifying the bottom margin affects the rate of the stepper motor and may cause the page image to
be compressed or expanded.
Left Margin
This setting moves the position of the black plane to the right or left. Increasing the margin value moves the
plane to the right. Decreasing the margin value moves the plane to the left. The default margin is 1/4 inch.
Note: The left margin adjustment is used to center the image from left to right. The image will remain the
same width.
Right Margin
This setting is used to adjust the printhead, but only after determining that it is out of adjustment by observing
the Quick Test Page.
Note: The right margin setting is not a margin adjustment and should not be used unless a new printhead
is installed. To adjust a new printhead, see “Printhead assembly electronic adjustment” on page 3-18
or “Printhead assembly mechanical adjustment” on page 3-19.
Print a Quick Test page to verify that the REGISTRATION margin values are set appropriately. The Quick Test
page consists of the following:
• Alignment diamonds
• Horizontal lines used for skew adjustment
• General device information (current page count, installed memory, etc.)
• The printer’s serial number, code levels, and print registration settings
While the Quick Test page prints, Printing... will display. No buttons are active while the Quick Test page
prints. When the Quick Test page is finished printing, the display returns to the initial REGISTRATION menu
screen.
Print Tests
This setting tests the printer’s ability to generate printed output from each of its installed input sources and to test
the printer’s current print quality.
Input sources
• Tray1
• Tray 2
• Multi-Purpose Feeder
• Print Quality Pages
Press or to scroll through the PRINT TESTS menu, and then press to select the desired input
source. Single or Continuous is displayed on the screen. A Single test feeds one sheet of media from the
selected input and prints a test page on it. No buttons are active during the Single test. The Continuous test
feeds media from the selected input and prints test pages until is pressed. The printer always generates a
simplexed version of the Print Test page in its default resolution. While the Single or Continuous tests print,
Printing... will display. After the Single test prints or the Continuous test is canceled, the display returns to
the PRINT TESTS menu screen.
Note: The type of media installed in the selected input source will affect the contents of the page.
This setting reports the values of a broad range of printer settings and tests the printer’s ability to generate
acceptable printed output. Press to print the report. Printing Quality Test Pages will display. Once
started, the printing cannot be canceled, and no buttons are active until the printing completes.
• Panel Test
• Button Test
• DRAM Test
• CACHE Test
Press or to scroll through the Hardware Tests menu, and then press to select the desired test.
Panel Test
Once the Panel Test setting is selected, the printer automatically performs the operator panel test. This test
toggles each pixel in the operator panel through every contrast level, beginning with the darkest and ending with
the lightest. Once the pixels are toggled, the backlight of the operator panel comes on and then goes off. Non-
functioning pixels will appear as blank spaces during the test’s darker stages. Press anytime to cancel the
LCD Test. Once the test is canceled, the display returns to the initial Hardware Tests screen.
Button Test
The Button Test verifies the operation of each button on the operator panel. Press to select the Button Test
from the HARDDWARE TESTS menu. All of the buttons and the backlight illuminate, and PANEL TEST Press
Count: 0 displays. Press , , or to increase the value of the Press count field by one. If the final
Press count does not match the total number of buttons that are pressed, then one or more buttons are
malfunctioning. Press to return to the HARDWARE TESTS menu screen.
DRAM Test
The purpose of this test is to check the validity of DRAM, both standard and optional. The test writes patterns of
data to SDRAM to verify that each bit in memory can be set and read correctly.
1. Select DRAM Test from the menu. The power indicator blinks, indicating the test is in progress.
DRAM Test xxxMb
P:###### F:#####
P:###### represents the number of times the memory test has passed and finished successfully. Initially,
000000 displays with the maximum pass count being 999,999.
F:##### represents the number of times the memory test has failed and finished with errors. Initially, 00000
displays with the maximum fail count being 999,999.
2. Once the maximum pass count or fail count is reached, the test stops, the power indicator is turned on
solid, and the final results display. If the test fails, then the message DRAM Error displays for
approximately three seconds, and the failure count increases by 1.
3. To stop the test before it completes, turn off the printer. The test does not terminate.
The following tests are used to determine if the duplex is working correctly:
• Quick Test
• Top Margin
• Left Margin
• Sensor Test
• Duplex Feed 1
Quick Test
Top Margin
Left Margin
Sensor Test
• If the sensor is operating correctly, then OP (Open) will appear on the display:
Sensor Test
Input=OP
1. Select Duplex Feed 1 from the DUPLEX TESTS menu. The following will appear on the display:
Duplex Feed 1
Feeding...
2. A blank page will feed through the printer. The following will appear on the display:
Duplex Feed 1
Clear Paper...
3. Remove the blank page from the printer, and press to return to the DUPLEX TESTS menu.
The INPUT TRAY TESTS setting is used to test the printer’s installed input trays and their sensors.
Feed Tests
The Feed Test observes the paper path of media as it passes through the printer. This setting contains the
following tests:
• Tray 1
• Tray 2
• MP Feeder, if installed
To observe the paper path, open the upper rear door during the feed test.
Note: The upper front door cannot be opened during the feed test.
The feed test can be performed by using media from any of the installed input sources. All pages used during
this test drop into the default output bin. For each installed input source, press to select Single, or press
and to select Continuous. The Single test feeds one sheet of media to the default output bin. The
Continuous test feeds media to the default output bin until is pressed. The operator panel displays
[Select Input Tray] Feeding... while either of these tests perform.
Sensor Test
The Sensor Test verifies that the Tray 1, Tray 2, and MP Feeder (if installed) sensors are working correctly. Press
to select this test from the INPUT TRAY TESTS menu. [Select Input Tray...] Tray Present will
display on the operator panel.
The Output bin tests setting is used to test the printer’s output bins and its sensors.
Feed Tests
This test verifies that the media from the printer’s default input source feeds to the specific output bin. Press
to select Single, or press and to select Continuous. The Single test feeds one sheet of media to
the default output bin. No buttons are active during this test. The Continuous test feeds media to the default
output bin until is pressed. The indicator light blinks green, and the operator panel displays [Select
Output Bin] Feeding... while either of these tests perform.
Sensor Test
This test verifies that the selected output bin’s sensors are working correctly. The following sensors are available
in each output bin:
Output bin Full sensor Near full sensor Passthru 1 Passthru 2 Level sensor*
sensor sensor
Standard bin ✔ x x x x
-bin Mailbox x x ✔ ✔ ✔
*This sensor will register the following levels: “empty,” “normal,” “near full,” and “full.
Press to select this test from the Output bin tests menu, and then press again to select the desired
output bin. Closed will display on the operator panel if the sensor is closed. Open will display on the operator
panel if the sensor is open. If the wrong message is displayed, then the sensor is malfunctioning. To exit the
Sensor Test, press or .
The Base Sensor Test verifies the correct functioning of the following sensors:
This test toggles each of these sensors. If a sensor does not toggle, then the sensor is malfunctioning. To exit
the Base Sensor Test, press or .
Defaults
The value of this setting determines whether the printer uses the U.S. or Non-U.S. factory default value for the
settings listed below:
If the value of a setting is changed, then Submitting Changes... displays. Press to exit the Defaults
setting and return to the Printer Setup menu.
The value of this setting gauges the amount of usage on the printer. The Page Count setting’s value will equal
the values of the Picked Sides meter. After all print tests have been completed, the value will reset to “0.”
Press to exit the Page Count setting and return to the Printer Setup menu.
The value of this setting indicates the total number of pages that have been printed. After all print tests have
been completed, the value will reset to “0.”
Press to exit the Permanent Page Count and return to the Printer Setup menu.
The service tag number can only be viewed and cannot be changed.
Warning: Do not change these settings unless requested to do so by your next level of support.
Model Name
Configuration ID
The configuration ID is used to communicate characteristics of certain areas of the printer that cannot be
determined by hardware sensors. The configuration ID was originally set when the printer was manufactured
and is located on the printer label.
Edge to Edge
When Edge to Edge is set to On, text and graphics are printed with all margins set to the physical edges of the
page. This feature does not work in PPDS emulation.
This setting adjusts the factory setting for the amount of time the strobe is sampled to determine that valid data
is available on the parallel port. Incrementing this value by one means the strobe is sampled 50 nanoseconds
longer. The range of values are between -4 and +6, in increments of one. A value of zero indicates no change is
made from the factory setting.
• EP Defaults
• Fuser Temperature (Fuser Temp)
• Fuser Page Count
• Warm up Time
• Transfer
• Print Contrast
• Charge Roll
• Gap Adjust
• Automatic Darkness Adjustment (Auto Dark Adj)
EP Defaults
Restores all EP settings to factory default values. Selections are Restore and Do Not Restore.
Changing this setting can reduce media curl or melting of some letterhead images. Selections are Normal
(default), Lower, and Lowest.
Transfer
The transfer can be adjusted to Low, Medium, or High. The default setting is Medium.
Print Contrast
The print contrast can be adjusted to Low, Medium, or High. The default setting is Medium.
Charge Roll
The charge roll can be adjusted to Low, Medium, or High. The default setting is Medium.
Gap Adjust
Adjusts the minimum gap between sheets during printing. This setting reduces speed (pages per minute), but
can be used to reduce curl of printed media and improve stacking in the output bin.
This setting attempts to optimize the amount of toner used when printing with a specific operating point. Each
time this setting executes, the printer performs the following:
No messages are displayed on the operator panel to give any indication that this test is running. When
deactivated, the printer disables.
Reports
This setting prints the Diagnostic menu settings page. Press to print the menu settings page.
Event log
Display Log
Selecting EVENT LOG provides a history of printer errors. The most recent error displays in position 1, and the
oldest error displays in position 10 (if 10 errors have occurred). If an error occurs after the log is full, then the
oldest error is discarded. Identical errors in consecutive positions in the log are entered. All 2xx and 9xx error
messages are stored in the event log as well as the photoconductor kit and maintenance counter resets and
NVRAM resets initiated by the Factory Defaults setting in the UTILITIES menu.
Event 1/6
936 Svc Error
This error is the first of six errors (it is also the latest error). This error was a 936 service error. To see the
second service error, press . Pressing will display the sixth error as shown:
Event 6/6
202.01 Paper Jam
2. Press Back once to exit the Display log, or press twice to exit the EVENT LOG.
Additional diagnostic information is available when you print the error log. Some of the additional information
includes:
Clear Log
2. Select No to exit without clearing the log. Press Yes to confirm. The log is immediately erased, and the
display indicates No Events Logged.
3. Press Return to exit the Clear Log menu after clearing the log.
Exit Diagnostics
Selecting EXIT DIAGNOSTICS exits the Diagnostics menu, and Resetting the Printer displays. The
printer performs a POR, and the printer returns to normal mode.
7. Print the Quick Test page again and check that the darkest line in the center graph is equal to zero. If it is,
then check to see if the left, top, and bottom margins are detected. If it is not, then repeat step 5.
Note: The alignment of the left margin positions the black plane to the right or left. The alignment of the right
margin does not alter the margins and should only be used to adjust the printhead.
Note: Skew is caused by a sheet being fed through the printer while misaligned. The entire image is rotated
relative to the sheet edges. However, a mechanically misaligned printhead causes the horizontal lines to appear
skewed, while the vertical lines remain parallel to the vertical edges.There are no adjustments for skew. Check
the pick roll (paper pick assembly) for wear, the paper path for obstructions, the fuser for proper setting, and the
tray paper guides for fit to the media.
1. Enter the Diagnostics Menu. See “Entering Diagnostics menu” on page 3-6.
2. Select PRINT TESTS.
3. Select Tray 1.
4. Select Single.
5. Fold the printed test page on the left side so that a few millimeters of grid lines wrap around the outside of
the fold. See photo below.
6. Fold a second vertical fold near the center so that the left side top edge aligns with the right side top edge.
8. After obtaining a properly adjusted image on the paper, tighten all three screws.
Note: The printhead must be aligned electronically. See “Printhead assembly electronic adjustment” on
page 3-18.
• Keep the ESD-sensitive part in its original shipping container (a special “ESD bag”) until the
part is ready to be installed into the printer.
• Make the least-possible body movements to prevent an increase of static electricity from
clothing fibers, carpets, and furniture.
• Put the ESD wrist strap on your wrist. Connect the wrist band to the system ground point. This
discharges any static electricity in your body to the printer.
• Hold the ESD-sensitive part by its edge connector shroud (cover); do not touch its pins. If a
pluggable module is being removed, then use the correct tool.
• Do not place the ESD-sensitive part on the MFP cover or on a metal table; if the ESD-
sensitive part needs to be put down for any reason, then first put it into its special bag.
• Machine covers and metal tables are electrical grounds. They increase the risk of damage,
because they make a discharge path from your body through the ESD-sensitive part. (Large
metal objects can be discharge paths without being grounded.)
• Prevent ESD-sensitive parts from being accidentally touched by other personnel. Install
machine covers when the machine is not being worked on, and do not put unprotected ESD-
sensitive parts on a table.
• If possible, keep all ESD-sensitive parts in a grounded metal cabinet (case).
• Be extra careful in working with ESD-sensitive parts when cold-weather heating is used,
because low humidity increases static electricity.
• Remove the toner cartridge and media tray before removing other printer parts. The toner cartridge should
be protected from light while out of the printer.
• We recommend disconnecting all external cables from the printer to prevent damage during service.
• Unless otherwise stated, reinstall the parts in reverse order of removal.
• When reinstalling a part held with several screws, start all screws before final tightening.
• Remove the paper tray and print cartridge before proceeding with a removal.
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ACM pick tire roller removal
3. After the ACM pick tires have been pulled out, close the duplex door.
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Bezel removal
A
3. Disconnect the bezel from the upper front cover.
CAUTION
This product contains a lithium battery. THERE IS A RISK OF EXPLOSION IF THE BATTERY
IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. Discard used batteries according to the battery
manufacturer’s instructions and local regulations.
Warning:
• Always touch a ground before touching the board.
• Handle the board carefully by the edges.
• Never replace the operator panel and controller board without a successful POR in between.
• Never replace the operator panel and the controller board at the same time. Each card contains the printer
settings. When either of these cards is new, it obtains its settings from the other card. Critical factory
settings are lost when both cards are new and are replaced at the same time.
1. Remove the right side cover. See “Right side cover assembly removal” on page 3-58.
2. Remove the three screws (A) from the USB port.
Note: The E460dw printer has a wireless antenna and does not have a parallel port.
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3. Disconnect all of the cables from the controller board.
Note: A drip guard (B) has been added below the controller board. The drip guard may need to be removed to
access to the controller board.
B
4. Remove the five screws (C) from the controller board.
C
5. Lift the controller board, and remove.
Note: When installing the controller board, place the USB port and parallel port screws first, and then place the
other controller board screws.
1. Remove the right side cover. See “Right side cover assembly removal” on page 3-58.
2. Disconnect the cable (A) from the controller board.
3. Use a #1 Phillips screwdriver to remove the screw (B) holding the sensor.
B A
4. Remove the cover open sensor.
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Door mount removal
C
9. Remove the three screws (D) from the left side of the printer.
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Duplex removal
1. Remove the right side cover. See “Right side cover assembly removal” on page 3-58.
2. Remove the LVPS/HVPS. See “LVPS/HVPS removal” on page 3-28.
3. Remove the three screws (A) from the shield.
A
4. Remove the four screws (B) from the duplex.
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Duplex/main motor gear drive interface removal
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8. Use a screwdriver to pop the retainer clip (G) loose from the gear.
1. Remove the right side cover. See “Right side cover assembly removal” on page 3-58.
2. Disconnect the cable (A) from the controller board, and remove the two screws (B) holding the fan to the
right side frame.
B A B
3. Remove the fan.
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Front access door removal
1. Remove the operator panel. See “Operator panel removal” on page 3-51.
2. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover removal” on page 3-24.
3. Remove the upper front guide assembly. See “Upper front guide assembly removal” on page 3-64,
steps 1-3.
4. Close the front access door.
5. While closing the MPF cover, pull up on the MPF by the steel shaft until the MPF lifts from its hinges.
7. Disconnect the fuser link (A) from the front access door.
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8. Disconnect the front access door cable (B), and pull it through the opening to clear the side frame.
B
9. Disconnect the front access door from its hinges, and remove.
Installation note:
G D C E
F F
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Fuser removal
1. Remove the rear exit guide. See “Rear exit guide assembly with sensor and reversing solenoid
removal” on page 3-56.
2. Remove the two screws (A).
C B
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7. Disconnect the exit sensor cable (E) from the controller board.
Note:
• Leave the front door closed when removing the left side cover.
• Make sure that the fuser cables are out of the way when removing the left side cover.
1. Remove the paper tray.
2. Remove the screw (A) from the rear left side of the printer.
A
3. Remove the screw (B), and press the two latches (C) on the bottom of the left side cover.
B C
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4. Swing the cover open, and lift to remove the left side cover.
A
3. Flex the lower front cover, and disconnect it first from its right hinge and then from its left hinge.
Note: An alternative to step 3 is to remove the front access door, and remove the three screws from the right
door mount. See “Front access door removal” on page 3-17 and “Door mount removal” on page 3-9.
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Installation note: Use a flathead screw driver to press in on the door mount (B) while pulling on the front access
door to connect the cover to the hinge (C).
C B
1. Remove the rear door cover. See “Rear door and rear cover removal” on page 3-54.
2. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover removal” on page 3-24.
3. Place the printer on its top with the rear facing you.
Note: Be careful to not mar the finish of the printer.
4. Remove the two screws (A) from the right rear foot assembly.
A
5. Disconnect the fuser power cable (B).
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6. Remove the four screws (C) from the LVPS/HVPS shield.
C
7. Lift the LVPS/HVPS, and disconnect the three cables (D).
E
8. Disconnect the transfer roll cable (F).
F
9. Lift and remove the LVPS/HVPS.
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Main motor gear drive removal
1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover removal” on page 3-24.
2. Disconnect the fuser link (A) from the front access door.
A
3. Place the printer on its right side.
Note: Be careful to not mar the finish of the printer.
4. Remove the four screws (B) from the main motor gear drive.
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Manual feed clutch removal
1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover removal” on page 3-24.
2. Open the front access door, and disconnect the fuser link (A).
A
3. Place the printer on its right side.
Note: Be careful to not mar the finish of the printer.
4. Remove the four screws (B) from the main motor gear drive.
B
5. Rotate the main motor gear drive enough to access the manual feed solenoid.
C
7. Remove the manual feed clutch (D).
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Manual feed solenoid removal
1. Remove the right side cover. See “Left side cover removal” on page 3-24.
2. Remove the duplex. See “Duplex removal” on page 3-11.
3. Open the front access door, and place the printer on its right side.
Note: Be careful to not mar the finish of the printer.
4. Remove the two screws (A).
Note: The picture below shows the E260d, E260dn printer. The manual feed solenoid removal is the same for
all models.
A
5. Remove the three screws (B) from the left door mount.
B
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6. Lift the left door mount (C) away from the side frame, and unroute the cable (D) with a spring hook.
7. Reinstall the left door mount, and place the printer on it’s top.
Note: Be careful to not mar the finish of the printer.
8. Disconnect the cable (D) from J25 on the controller board, and remove the manual feed solenoid.
Installation note:
Install the two screws holding the new solenoid in place, and route the cable (D) behind the MPF clutch (E).
D E C
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Media ACM ASM feeder removal
1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover removal” on page 3-24.
2. Remove the LVPS/HVPS. See “LVPS/HVPS removal” on page 3-28.
3. Remove the duplex. See “Duplex removal” on page 3-11.
4. Remove the main motor gear drive. See “Main motor gear drive removal” on page 3-31.
5. Remove the media feed clutch. See “Media feed clutch with cable removal.” on page 3-40.
6. Use a screwdriver to pop the shaft retainer tab (A) loose from the ACM feed shaft.
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10. Pull out the auto compensator shaft, and remove the spring (D).
1. Remove the main motor gear drive. See “Main motor gear drive removal” on page 3-31.
2. Remove the duplex. See “Duplex removal” on page 3-11.
3. Disconnect the media feed clutch cable (A) from the controller board.
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5. Remove the e-clip (B).
1. Remove the right side cover. See “Right side cover assembly removal” on page 3-58.
2. Place the machine on its top.
Note: Be careful to not mar the finish of the printer.
3. Disconnect the sensor cable (A) from J23 (MPFS) on the controller board.
A
4. Remove the screw (B) holding the sensor.
B
5. Free the cable from its retainers, and pull it through the opening toward the sensor mount.
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Re-installation note:
• Prop open the duplex door, and insert the hook end of the spring hook through the frame opening (C) from
the controller board side. Extend the hook until the sensor connector can be hooked.
• Hook the spring hook (D) to the connector (E), and pull it through the opening.
C D E
• Place the sensor into position, and reconnect the cable on the controller board.
• Using the spring hook, be sure to reroute the cable through the three retainers (F) between the sensor and
side frame.
F
Note: If the cable is not properly installed in its retainers, then the loose cable will obstruct the paper path.
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Multipurpose feeder (MPF) removal
A
3. Remove the upper front guide.
4. Remove the two screws (B).
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7. Open the front access door, and remove the lower paper guide.
1. Remove the left side cover. See “Left side cover removal” on page 3-24.
2. Remove the duplex. See “Duplex removal” on page 3-11.
3. Disconnect the cable (A) from the controller board.
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5. Remove the three screws (B) from the left side of the printer.
6. Disconnect the left hinge (C) from the feed clutch, and remove the e-clip (D).
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Operator panel removal
4. Lift the operator panel cover, and disconnect the operator panel cable (B).
B
5. Remove the operator panel.
1. Remove the right side cover. See “Right side cover assembly removal” on page 3-58.
2. Remove the duplex. See “Duplex removal” on page 3-11.
3. Remove the two screws (A) from the sensors.
A
4. Disconnect the sensor cable (B) from the controller board.
B
5. Remove the paper input and duplex sensor assembly.
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Printhead removal
1. Remove the top cover. See “Top cover assembly removal” on page 3-61.
2. Remove the right side cover. See “Right side cover assembly removal” on page 4-58
3. Disconnect the two cables (A), and unroute them back through the frame toward the printhead.
B
5. Remove the printhead.
A
3. Remove the two screws (B) from the top of the rear cover.
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4. Tilt the rear cover, and remove.
1. Remove the top cover. See “Top cover assembly removal” on page 3-61.
2. Remove the rear door and rear cover. See “Rear door and rear cover removal” on page 3-54.
3. Disconnect the narrow media sensor cable and the reversing solenoid cable (A).
4. Remove the six screws (B) from the rear exit guide assembly.
B B B
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5. Remove the solenoid cable (C) through the opening.
6. Remove the narrow media sensor cable (D) through the opening.
Note: Leave the front cover closed when removing the right side cover assembly.
1. Remove the one screw (A) from behind the paper tray.
A
2. Remove the screw (B) from the bottom right side of the printer.
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3. Press the latches (C).
C
4. Rotate the right side cover assembly out, and remove.
B A
5. Remove the toner level sensor through the inside of the printer.
Note: The toner level sensor must be installed properly, or the printer will not function.
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Top cover assembly removal
6. Remove the two screws (B) from the right side of the printer.
Note:
• Be sure to lift the top cover assembly from the front to remove.
• During reinstallation, be sure the exit guide and the paper bin align correctly. A mismatch can cause paper
jams.
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Transfer roll removal
3. At the left side of the transfer roll, squeeze the holder arms with the right hand while lifting with the left
hand. Stop when the left holder is unlatched.
4. With a hand at each end, lift the transfer roll out.
Note: Do not try removing the spring on the left; it is not removeable but can be dislodged. The spring included
with the FRU is to be used only if the old right-side spring is damaged or lost. Both springs must be positioned
on posts that cannot be seen. If the old springs are moved, then feel the base of the springs to assure that they
are on the posts. The top of the springs must be captured in the bearings of the transfer roll.
A
3. Remove the upper front guide.
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Wear strip (tray 1 and 250-sheet tray 2) removal
1. Use a spring hook to disconnect the strip from the top of the tray.
• Turn the tray over to view the bottom of the strip. Using the spring hook, check to make sure that the
end of the strip is fastened tightly.
• Be sure that the drafted edge of the strip is installed toward the bottom of the tray.
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5. Locations and connections
Locations
Front view
Front door
release
button Operator
panel
Paper
stop
Front
door
Standard
output
Multi-purpose bin
feeder door
System
board
door
Rear view
Rear
door
Ethernet Locking
port device
These values were measured with all connections made (plugged) or with only one connector at a time
unplugged to expose the pins. Always disconnect and connect with the printer power off. Otherwise, the values
below may not match.
6 3.3 V dc
J4 1 Ground Cartridge
(The front access door must be closed.)
2 1.7 V dc
3, 4 3.3 V dc
J5 1, 3, 5, 6 3.3 V dc Operator panel
2 5.0 V dc
4, 7 Ground
J100 1 > 0 V dc 5 V dc Printhead
2, 3 5 V dc
4, 5, 6, 7 Ground
J7 1 5 V dc (door closed) Open door sensor
0 V dc (door open)
2 5 V dc
3 Ground
J8 1, 10 5 V dc LSU
9 2.9 V dc
J9 1 24 V dc 0 V dc Cooling fan
2 24 V dc
J10 1 24 V dc 24 V dc Duplex solenoid
2 24 V dc 0 V dc
J11 1 5 V dc Narrow media sensor
2 5 V dc 5 V dc
3 Ground
J12 1 5 V dc Thermistor
2 Ground
J13 1 0.6 V dc Toner level sensor
2 Ground
3 0 V dc
J14 1 > 0 V dc 5 V dc Fuser exit sensor
2 5 V dc
3 Ground
This chapter describes procedures for printer preventive maintenance. Follow these recommendations to help
prevent problems and maintain optimum performance.
If any unsafe conditions exist, then find out how serious the hazard could be and if you can continue before you
correct the hazard.
• Damaged, missing, or altered parts, especially in the area of the On/Off switch and the power supply
• Damaged, missing, or altered covers, especially in the area of the top cover and the power supply cover
• Possible safety exposure from any non-Dell attachments.
Lubrication specifications
FRUs are typically lubricated as needed from the factory. If not, then lubricate only when parts are replaced or as
needed, not on a scheduled basis. Use of lubricants other than those specified can cause premature failure.
Some unauthorized lubricants may chemically attack parts. Use P/N 99A0394 (Nyogel 744) to lubricate
appropriate areas. Lubricate gears that were lubricated in the original part.
Maintenance kits
Maintenance kits include:
• Asm-index: identifies the assembly and the item in the diagram. For example, 3-1 indicates
assembly 3 and the item number 1.
• Part number: identifies the unique number that identifies this FRU.
• Units/mach: refers to the number of units actually used in the machine or product.
• Units/FRU: refers to the number of units packaged together and identified by the part number.
• NS: (Not shown) in the Asm-Index column indicates that the part is procurable but is not
pictured in the illustration.
• PP: (Parts Packet) in the parts description column indicates the part is contained in a parts
packet.
• Model information used in the parts catalog.
13
12
3
11
10
2
15
14 4
5
13
12
6
11
7
8
9
10
1
12
2
11
10
3
8 9
See instruction
6
sheet in the FRU.
A E
abbreviations 1-9 Edge to Edge 3-14
acronyms 1-9 EP Defaults 3-15
error log
B clear log (diagnostics mode) 3-17
buttons display log (diagnostics mode) 3-16
accessing service menus 3-1 Print Log 3-17
error messages
C service error codes 2-13
Charge Roll, diagnostics mode 3-15 user attendance messages 2-5
compatibility 1-4 ESD-sensitive parts 4-1
configuration ID 3-14
configuration menu F
accessing 3-1, 3-2 fan
available menus 3-2 parts catalog 7-5
Demo Mode 3-4 service check 2-22
Energy Conserve 3-5 frame, parts catalog 7-6
Factory Defaults 3-4 fuser
Panel Menus 3-4 parts catalog 7-5
PPDS Emulation 3-4 service check 2-24
control panel 1-2 Fuser Temp 3-15
controller card
service check 2-21 G
Gap Adjust 3-15
D
defaults H
factory defaults 3-4 handling ESD-sensitive parts 4-1
diagnostics mode 3-6 History
accessing 3-1 see error log 3-17
available tests 3-6
diagnostics mode— L
EP Setup lithium battery v-xv , 4-6
Charge Roll 3-15 locations
EP Defaults 3-15 front views 5-1
Fuser Temp 3-15 rear views 5-1
Gap Adjust 3-15 lubrication specifications 6-1
Print Contrast 3-15 LVPS/HVPS
Transfer 3-15 parts catalog 7-5
Event Log service check 2-24
Clear Log 3-17
Display Log 3-16
M
Print Log 3-17 maintenance approach 1-1
Hardware Tests maintenance kits 6-1
DRAM Test 3-9 menus
Printer Setup accessing service menus 3-1
Configuration ID 3-14 messages
Edge to Edge 3-14 service error codes 2-13
Engine Settings 3-14 user attendance messages 2-5
Model Name 3-14 Model Name 3-14
Par S Strobe Adj 3-14 models
Registration 3-7 comparison 1-1
DRAM Test 3-9 diagrams 5-1
operator panels 1-2
trays available 1-5
Index I-1
N paper feed 2-26
navigation buttons 2-2 paper jam during POST 2-26
paper never picks 2-27
O paper picks but stops 2-26
operator panel paper picks sheets 2-27
LCD— 2-2 paper trees, curls 2-28
LED— parallel port 2-28
service check 2-26 print quality 2-29
LED black page 2-30
overview 1-2 blank page 2-29
heavy background 2-30
P image density 2-31
panel, control 1-2 light print 2-32
paper jams partial blank image 2-31
tips on preventing 1-7 poor fusing of image 2-31
parallel port service check 2-28 toner on back of page 2-32
parts catalog white or black lines 2-32
covers 7-2 printhead 2-36
electronics 7-4 transfer roll 2-36
frame 7-6 service error codes 2-13
options 7-8 special tools 1-8
power-on self test (POST) 2-1 specifications
symptoms 2-19 connectivity 1-4
Print Contrast 3-15 input trays 1-5
print media memory 1-3
preventing jams 1-7 operating systems 1-4
trays by model 1-5 photoconductor capacity 1-5
types and sizes 1-6 print media 1-6
print quality pages toner capacity 1-5
using 2-29 start 2-1
print quality problems strobe adjustment 3-14
print media 1-7 symptom tables 2-19
service check 2-29 POST 2-19
solving 2-33 printer 2-20
printer symptom table 2-20
printhead T
service check 2-36 tools 1-8
Top Margin 3-7
R Transfer 3-15
registration 3-7 transfer roll
removals parts catalog 7-7
covers service check 2-36
front access cover 4-6
procedures 4-2 U
user attendance messages 2-5
S
safety information v
safety inspection guide 6-1
service checks 2-21
controller card 2-21
cooling fan 2-22
cover interlock switch 2-22
dead machine 2-23
fuser 2-24
LVPS/HVPS 2-24
main motor 2-25
operator panel 2-26
1
2
4
13
5
12
11
7
6
10
1
2
3
19
4 5
18
17
16
14
7
8
10
13
9
15
12
11
Asm- Units/
Part number Units/mach Description
Index FRU
NS N40VH 1 1 Exchange unit 100 V base
NS 30G71 1 1 Exchange unit 100 V network
NS C6N5K 1 1 Exchange unit 220 V base
NS JW7NM 1 1 Exchange unit 220 V network
NS VJ088 1 1 Exchange unit Sanbao base
NS 77RY3 1 1 Exchange unit Sanbao network
NS 05H56 1 1 Exchange unit TAA/GSA 110 V network
NS CHD62 1 1 Exchange unit TAA/GSA 220 V network
NS TJ8CR 1 1 Exchange unit 110 V base
NS 1NP25 1 1 Exchange unit 110 V network
NS H7NN3 1 1 Printer, Service, 220 V, China, 2350d
NS N9YW3 1 1 Printer, Service, 220 V, China, 2350dn
Asm- Units/
Part number Units/mach Description
Index FRU
NS 0C861 1 1 United Kingdom
NS J7512 1 1 PRC straight 1.8 m
NS 0D600 1 1 USA/Canada
NS 0C047 1 1 Australia
NS 0D254 1 1 Euro
NS 0D096 1 1 Japan (3 prong)
NS UD330 1 1 Japan (2 prong)
NS Y6355 1 1 Singapore/Malaysia
NS FF518 1 1 Switzerland 6 ft.
NS FF523 1 1 Danish 6 ft. straight
NS UJ372 1 1 Israel 6 ft. straight
NS GF366 1 1 South Africa 6 ft. straight
NS PF882 1 1 Italy 6 ft. straight
Asm- Units/
Part number Units/mach Description
Index FRU
NS W61F8 1 1 110 V Maintenance kit
NS M0XCF 1 1 220 V Maintenance kit
70
CN102
TAT201
(0V)
5V
Open
( 0V) 5V
( 0V) 5V
0V (24V)
0V (24V)
(0V) 5V
1.7V
3.3V
3.3V
3.3V
3.3V
3.3V
3.3V
2.5V
0.6V
Gnd
Gnd
Gnd
Gnd
Gnd
Gnd
Gnd
Gnd
Gnd
Gnd
Gnd
Gnd
24V
24V
5V
5V
5V
5V
5V
Closed
5V
5V
5V
5V
5V
Toner Patch J4 J5 J100 J7 J8 J9 J10 J11 J12
Sensor With printer off, unplug this cable
and turn printer back on. Check
0V (5V) J13 values on the cable pins. J14
Gnd
0V (1V)
J501
(5V)
21V
(24V)
21V (24V)
5V (5V)
(>0V) 5V
J17
5V (5V)
5V (5V)
(>0V) 5V Wireless Battery
5V
5V
3V
5.0V
5V
5V
24V
5V
1 19
5V
J2
2 20 1 2
Parallel port
CN203 CN202 CN201 5V
J502 (Dell 3330dn only)
With printer off, unplug this cable
and turn printer back on. Check
5V values on the cable pins.
20 19
5V
24V
3.3V
Gnd
5V
24V
24V
24V
Gnd
5V
Gnd
5V
Gnd
24V
3.3V
5V (1.1V)
0V (24V)
0V (24V)
0V (24V)
5V (1.1V)
5V (1.1V)