IBM 4039-12C, 4039-12L, 4039-12R, 4039-10R Service Manual

LaserPrinter 4039 Series
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Table of Contents
Notices and Safety Information.............................................. ix
Electronic Emission Notices............................................................. ix
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement............ ix
Industry Canada Compliance Statement ...................................... x
The United Kingdom Telecommunications Act 1984....................x
European Community (EC) Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive....................................................................................... xi
German Statement of Acoustic Emissions................................... xi
Safety Information............................................................................xii
Ozone Information...........................................................................xiii
Preface.................................................................................... xiv
General Information.................................................................. 1
Models Covered in this Manual.....................................................1
IBM Models............................................................................1
Lexmark Model ......................................................................2
Options..........................................................................................2
Maintenance Approach.................................................................3
Abbreviations ................................................................................4
Unique Tools Required For Service..............................................4
Diagnostic Information............................................................. 5
4039 Diagnostics: Failures With Error Codes ...................................5
Power-On Self Test (POST)............................................................11
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Symptom Table ...............................................................................12
Banding.......................................................................................13
Background.................................................................................13
Black Page..................................................................................15
Blank Page..................................................................................16
Blurred or Fuzzy Print..................................................................17
Dead Machine.............................................................................17
Duplex.........................................................................................18
Fan (927 Error)............................................................................19
Fuser Theory...............................................................................20
Fuser: 920, 921, or 922 Error......................................................20
Fuser: 923 Error..........................................................................21
Honeycomb.................................................................................21
Horizontal Void or Streak ............................................................22
LAN Problems.............................................................................22
Light Print....................................................................................22
Network Card 977 Errors.............................................................23
Network Wrap Tests....................................................................23
Output Bin Sensor.......................................................................23
Operator Panel Problem..............................................................24
Paper Feed Problem, 500-Sheet Second Tray...........................25
Paper Feed, Base Printer............................................................25
Paper Feed, Duplex Unit.............................................................26
Paper Feed Problem, Envelope+ Feeder/
100-Sheet Auxiliary Feeder.........................................................27
Printhead.....................................................................................27
Paper Size Sensing Problem ......................................................28
Regularly Spaced Marks.............................................................29
Residual Image ...........................................................................29
Random Marks............................................................................30
Skew, all edges...........................................................................30
Skew, top and bottom only..........................................................30
Stalled (diamonds on display).....................................................30
Vertical Void or Streak.................................................................31
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Diagnostic Aids....................................................................... 32
Diagnostics Mode............................................................................32
Grouped Diagnostic Aids ................................................................33
Alphabetical List of Diagnostic Aids................................................34
Auto Clean ..................................................................................34
Auto Clean Delay........................................................................34
Auto Clean Frequency ................................................................34
Defaults.......................................................................................35
Developed Image Test................................................................35
Disk Test/Clean...........................................................................35
Duplex Feed 1 Test.....................................................................36
Duplex Feed 2 Test.....................................................................37
Envelope Enhance......................................................................38
Envelope Print Test.....................................................................38
Error Log (“plus” machines only).................................................38
Fuser Temperature And Warm-Up Time.....................................39
Fuser Temperature..............................................................39
Warm-up Time.....................................................................39
Maintenance Kit Count................................................................40
Memory Test...............................................................................40
Operator Panel Tests..................................................................40
Button Test...........................................................................40
LCD Test..............................................................................41
Page Count.................................................................................41
Paper Feed Test .........................................................................41
Permanent Page Count...............................................................42
Print Contrast (Transfer on “plus” machines)..............................42
Print Registration.........................................................................42
Print Test Page ...........................................................................42
Print Tests...................................................................................43
Print Test 1...........................................................................43
Print Test 2...........................................................................43
Print Test 3...........................................................................44
Quick Disk Test...........................................................................44
Quick Test...................................................................................44
Sensor Test.................................................................................45
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Network Connections and Checks ..................................................46
Wrap Tests..................................................................................46
LAN Information ..........................................................................47
Serial Interface Option, 10P........................................................47
Function Switch Setting........................................................47
Repair Information.................................................................. 51
Handling ESD-sensitive Parts.....................................................51
Adjustments.....................................................................................52
Envelope Restraint Spring On The Envelope+ Feeder...............52
Paper Restraint Spring On The 100-sheet
Auxiliary Feeder ..........................................................................52
Envelope Feeder Magnet And 100-sheet
Auxiliary Feeder Magnet .............................................................53
Fuser Drive Gear Backlash.........................................................54
Fuser Solenoid............................................................................56
Paper Feed Magnet.....................................................................57
Optional Paper Feed Magnet......................................................58
Printhead Skew - Level 1 ............................................................59
Printhead Skew - Level 2 ............................................................60
Print Registration Adjustment......................................................61
Removals ........................................................................................62
Covers.........................................................................................62
Right Cover Removal..................................................................62
Front Cover Removal..................................................................62
Left Cover Removal.....................................................................64
Top Cover Removal ....................................................................64
Transfer Roll Removal.................................................................66
D-roll Assembly Removal............................................................67
Drive Motor Removal...................................................................68
Fan/Redrive Removal..................................................................70
Fuser Removal............................................................................72
Fuser Input Guide Removal ........................................................72
Fuser Lamp Removal..................................................................74
Fuser Solenoid Removal.............................................................75
Fuser Thermistor Removal..........................................................76
HVPS Removal ...........................................................................78
Input Sensor Removal.................................................................80
Lower Frame Assembly Removal ...............................................81
LVPS Removal............................................................................82
LVPS Cover Removal .................................................................83
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Removals (continued)
Operator Panel Removal.............................................................84
Option Card Removal..................................................................84
Exit Sensor Removal...................................................................85
Paper Feed Magnet Assembly Removal.....................................86
Paper Feed Rollers Removal......................................................87
Paper Size Switch Removal........................................................88
Printhead Removal......................................................................89
System Board Removal ..............................................................90
System Cable Removal...............................................................92
Fuser/Sensor Cable Removal.....................................................92
Torquer Motor Removal (10P) ....................................................92
Toner Sensor Removal...............................................................93
Transfer Roll Housing Removal..................................................94
Upper Frame Removal................................................................95
Zif Connector Removal ...............................................................96
Duplex Option Top Cover And Table Cover Removal ................97
Duplex Option Exit Card And Cover Removal ............................98
Duplex Option Bottom Cover And
Entry Sensor Card Removal .......................................................98
Duplex Option System Card And Motor Removal.....................100
Connector Locations............................................................ 101
Major Assembly Locations........................................................101
Gear Train.................................................................................102
HVPS ........................................................................................103
Transfer Roller Housing............................................................104
System Cable............................................................................105
System Board Connectors 10R/12R/12L..................................106
System Board Connectors 16L.................................................108
System Board Connectors 10P.................................................110
Printhead Cables.......................................................................112
Mirror Motor Cable/Fan Cable...................................................113
Operator Panel/Output Bin Sensor Cable —
Handle-Mounted Outbin Sensor................................................114
Operator Panel/Output Bin Sensor Cable —
Redrive-Mounted Outbin Sensor...............................................115
Printer Ground Straps...............................................................117
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Preventive Maintenance....................................................... 119
Safety Inspection Guide............................................................119
Lubrication Specifications..........................................................120
Printhead Window Cleaning Procedure ....................................122
Cleaning The Transfer Roller....................................................122
Scheduled Mechanical Maintenance.........................................123
Parts Catalog......................................................................... 124
How To Use This Parts Catalog................................................124
Assembly 1: Covers ...........................................................125
Assembly 2: Lower Frame .................................................129
Assembly 3: Upper Frame .................................................133
Assembly 4: Printhead .......................................................137
Assembly 5: Paper Feed....................................................139
Assembly 6: Paper Feed Alignment Gears........................143
Assembly 7: Paper Feed Drive ..........................................145
Assembly 8: Standard Paper Tray (200 sheet)..................147
Assembly 9: Paper Tray (500-Sheet).................................149
Assembly 10: Base for Paper Drawer (500-Sheet)............151
Assembly 11: Optional Paper Drawer (500-Sheet)............153
Assembly 12: Fuser ...........................................................155
Assembly 13: Electronics...................................................159
Assembly 14: Transfer Roll................................................163
Assembly 15: Duplex Option..............................................165
Assembly 16: Envelope+ and 100-Sheet
Auxiliary Feeder............................................................167
Assembly 17: Options ........................................................169
Assembly 18: Miscellaneous..............................................170
Index ...................................................................................... 171
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Notices and Safety Information

References in this publication to products, programs, or services do not imply that the manufacturer intends to make these av ailable in all countries in which it operates. Any reference to a product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any existing intellectual property rights may be used instead. Evaluation and verification of operation in conjunction with other products, programs, or services, except those expressly designated by the manufacturer, are the user’s responsibility.

Electronic Emission Notices

Consult the following list for any emission that may apply in your country.

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

This printer has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from
that to which the receiver is connected. Consult your point of purchase or service representative for
additional suggestions.
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The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note:
ence, for a Class B computing device, the printer cable must be shielded.
To assure compliance with FCC regulations for a Class B computing device, use a properly shielded and grounded IBM cable. Part numbers for the various interface cables are: part number 1525612 for parallel interface, and part number 8509386 for serial interface. Use of a substitute cable not properly shielded and grounded may result in violation of FCC regulations.
To comply with FCC regulations on electromagnetic interfer-

Industry Canada Compliance Statement

This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class B limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus as set out in the interference­causing equipment standard entitled: “Digital Apparatus”, ICES-003 of Industry Canada.

Avis de conformité aux normes d’Industrie Canada

Cet appareil numérique respecte les limites de bruits radioélectriques applicables aux appareils numériques de Classe B prescrites dans la norme sur le matériel brouilleur : “Appareils numériques”, NMB-003 édictée par Industrie Canada.

The United Kingdom Telecommunications Act 1984

This apparatus is approved under the approval number NS/G/1234/ J/100003 for the indirect connections to the public telecommunications systems in the United Kingdom.
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European Community (EC) Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive
This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EC Council directive 89/336/EEC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility.

German Statement of Acoustic Emissions

A declaration of conformity with the requirements of the Directive has been signed by the Director of Manufacturing and Technical Support, Lexmark International, Ltd., Boigny, France.
This product satisfies the Class B limits of EN 55022.
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Safety Information

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.
The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious.
Therefore, replacement parts must have the identical or equivalent characteristics as the original parts.

Sicherheitshinweise

Die Wartungsinformationen für dieses Produkt wurden zur Verwendung durch einen Wartungsfachmann entwickelt und sollten nicht von anderen benützt werden.
Zusätzliches Risiko eines elektrischen Schlags und körperlicher
Verletzung existiert während des Auseinandernehmens und der Wartung des Geräts. Fachpersonal sollte im vollen Verständnis der Lage entsprechende Vorsichtsmaßnahmen ergreifen.
Ersatzteile müssen gleiche oder gleichwertige Merkmale wie die
Originalteile aufweisen, da Sicherheitsvorkehrungen nicht immer offensichtlich sind.

Consignes de Sécurité

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.
Les normes de sécurité de certaines pièces n'étant pas toujours
explicites, les pièces de rechange doivent être identiques ou conformes aux caractéristiques des pièces d'origine.
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Norme di sicurezza

Le informazioni riguardanti la manutenzione di questo prodotto sono indirizzate soltanto al personale dell'assistenza autorizzato.
Durante lo smontaggio e il manutenzionamento di questo
prodotto, è possibile il rischio accresciuto di scosse elettriche e danni personali. Il personale di assistenza autorizzato, consapevole di ciò, deve adottare le precauzioni necessarie.
È possibile che le funzioni di sicurezza di alcuni elementi non
siano così ovvie, quindi, i pezzi di ricambio devono avere caratteristiche identiche o equivalenti a quelle dei pezzi originali.

Pautas de Seguridad

La información sobre el mantenimiento de este producto fue escrita para el personal de mantenimiento cualificado y no para cualquier otro usuario.
Existen mayores riesgos de descargas eléctricas y daños
personales durante el desmontaje y la reparación de la máquina. El personal cualificado comprende esto y toma las precauciones necesarias.
Los dispositivos de seguridad de algunas partes quizá no
siempre puedan ser reconocidas a simple vista. Por lo tanto, las partes de reemplazo deben poseer características idénticas o equivalentes a las partes originales.

Sikkerhedsoplysninger

Oplysningerne om vedligeholdelse af dette produkt er forberedt med henblik på professionelt servicepersonale, og bør derfor ikke benyttes af andre.
Risikoen for elektrisk stø d ø ges under demontering og service af
dette produkt, hvorfor der bør tages de nødvendige forholdsregler.
Sikkerhedsforanstaltningerne er ikke altid lige åpenbare for alle
reservedele. Der bør derfor kun anvendes originale reservedele eller reservedele med samme egenskaber som de oprindelige.

Ozone Information

This product does not produce measurable amounts of ozone gas.
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Preface

This manual is divided into the following chapters:
“General Information” contains a general description of the
printer and the maintenance approach used to repair it. Special tools and test equipment are listed in this chapter, as well as general environmental and safety instructions.
“Diagnostic Information” contains error code table, symptom
table, and service checks used to isolate failing field replaceable units (FRUs).
“Diagnostic Aids” contains tests and checks used to locate or
repeat symptoms of printer problems.
“Repair Information” provides instructions for making printer
adjustments and removing and installing FRUs.
“Connector Locations” uses illustrations to identify the major
components and test points on the printer.
“Preventive Maintenance” contains safety inspection guidelines,
lubrication specifications, and maintenance information to prevent problems and maintain optimum performance.
“Parts Catalog” contains illustrations and part numbers for
individual FRUs.
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General Information

The 4039 is a family of 600 dpi Laserprinters designed to attach to IBM-compatible PC’s and to most types of computer networks. The printer has PostScript and PCL emulation standard.

Models Covered in this Manual

There are no voltage or pinout differences between the regular models and the plus models. For example, a voltage callout for the 16L also applies to the 16L plus.
IBM Models
4039-10R 10ppm PostScript Level 1 emulation, input/output
capacity 200/250
4039-12R 12ppm PostScript Level 1 emulation, input/output
capacity 200/250
4039-12L 12ppm PostScript Level 1 emulation, output bin
sensing, input/output capacity 500/500
4039-12C Similar to 12R, designed for printing labels and card
stock
4039-16L 16ppm PostScript Level 1 emulation, output bin
sensing, input/output capacity 500/500
4039-10R plus 10R with PostScript Level 2 emulation and service
error log (RPQ only)
4039-12R plus 12R with PostScript Level 2 emulation and service
error log
4039-12C plus 12C with PostScript Level 2 emulation and service
error log (RPQ only)
4039-12L plus 12L with PostScript Level 2 emulation and service
error log
4039-16L plus 16L with PostScript Level 2 emulation and service
error log
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Lexmark Model
4039-10 plus (Called 10P in this manual and on the serial number
plate) 10ppm, PostScript Level 2 emulation, no serial port, torquer motor rather than paper pick solenoid, and service error log

Options

The following options are available. Some options are not compatible with all printer models. Some options are not av ailab le in every country . Contact y our point of purchase f or options av ailabl e in your country.
Memory upgrade options of 2MB, 4MB and 8MB. Flash memory options of 1MB, 2MB and 4MB Intergated network options
Token-Ring option Ethernet option AppleTalk option
200 and 500-sheet paper trays of A5, letter, and legal size. 500-sheet second drawer (withe letter-size paper tray) Envelope+ feeder 100-sheet auxiliary Duplex option Font cards Font cards adapter 40 MB Hard Disk Serial adapter
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Maintenance Approach

The diagnostic information in this manual will lead you to the correct field replaceable unit (FRU) or part. Use the error code charts, symptom index, service checks, and diagnostic aids to determine
See
the symptom and repair the failure. starting on page 5. This printer can be serviced without being connected to a host.
After you complete the repair, perform tests as needed to verify the repair.
“Diagnostic Information”
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Abbreviations

ASIC Application-Specific Integrated Circuit CSU Customer Setup DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory EEPROM Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-
Only Memory EP Electrophotographic Process ESD Electrostatic Discharge FRU Field Replaceable Unit HVPS High Voltage Power Supply LAN Local Area Network LASER Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission
of Radiation LCD Liquid Crystal Display LED Light-Emitting Diode LVPS Low Voltage Power Supply NVRAM Nonvolatile Random Access Memory OEM Original Equipment Manufacturer PICS Problem Isolation Charts PIXEL Picture Element POR Power-On Reset POST Power-On Self Test PQET Print Quality Enhancement Technology RIP Raster Image Processor ROS Read-Only Storage SRAM Static Random Access Memory UPR Used Parts Replacement VAC Volts alternating current VDC Volts direct current

Unique Tools Required For Service

Wrap Plug (Parallel), P/N 1319128 Wrap Plug (Serial), P/N 1329048 Twinax/serial debug cable, P/N 1381963 Coax/serial debug cable, P/N 1381964
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Diagnostic Information

4039 Diagnostics: Failures With Error Codes

Two-digit codes are messages for the 4039 user, but if they recur frequently or at inappropriate times they may be symptomatic of a service problem. On “plus” models, refer to the diagnostics error log for the last six errors or paper jam codes.
Error/Code Action
20 Paper Jam The input sensor was not unmade in
21 Paper Jam The exit sensor was not made in time
22 Paper Jam The exit sensor was not unmade in time.
23 Paper Jam Jam at the duplex unit. Paper is either
24 Short Paper The defined paper size is too short to
25 Incorrect Manual Feed Paper fed manually while motor is
27 Change Envelope/Paper Envelopes/paper loaded are wrong size. 28 Load Envelope/Paper Input sensor not made after pick
29 Output Bin Full The output bin sensor has not been
See
time. page 25.
after the input sensor was made. “Paper Feed, Base Printer” on page 25.
See
page 25.
not leaving the duplex entry sensor in time or not making or unmaking the duplex exit sensor in time. on page 18.
print data as formatted.
running and previous page in path.
attempt. Tray is empty or printer is requesting a manual feed.
unmade.
“Paper F eed, Base Printer” on
“Paper Feed, Base Printer” on
See
“Duplex”
See
30 Top Cover Open or Print Cartridge Missing
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Error/Code Action
37 Insufficient Memory Not enough memory for function
38 Memory Full Memory used to store pages is full.To
39 Complex Page Page too complex to print.To verify that
43 Font Card Not Supported Font card format not supported by
44 Defective Font Card Defective font card installed in font slot. 47 Font Card Removed While Printing Printer needs data on removed card. 52 Flash Full Not enough flash memory for data
53 Unformatted or Defective Flash Flash problem at POR or while
requested.To verify that the printer recognizes all the installed memory, go to the user menus and print the “Print Menus” test page. Make sure the memory shown on the printout matches the installed memory.
verify that the printer recognizes all the installed memory, go to the user menus and print the “Print Menus” test page. Make sure the memory shown on the printout matches the installed memory.
the printer recognizes all the installed memory, go to the user menus and print the “Print Menus” test page. Make sure the memory shown on the printout matches the installed memory.
printer.
requested to be stored.
attempting to write. 54 Serial Error Framing or parity error on serial. 58 Duplex Not Attached Duplex is electrically connected but no
59 Duplex Cover Open Top cover of duplex unit is sensed open. 62 Disk Full Not enough disk space for data that has
longer mechanically attached, and
printer top cover is closed.
been requested to be written to disk.
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Error/Code Action
63 Unformatted or Defective Disk The printer will ignore a disk it senses as
7X Network Card Codes These user codes are documented in
80 Scheduled Maintenance Printer has reached 200,000 prints
88 Toner Low Toner sensor detects low toner. 90X Software Error Unrecoverable software error. If one of
917 Transfer Roll Error Cannot start servo operation. Verify
defective. Run the Quic k Disk Test. If the test fails, the dis k is def ectiv e or the data on track1 is bad. If the Quick Disk Test passes but the disk does not work, run the Disk Test/Clean (2 hr. test). Replace the disk if instructed by the operator panel.
various network card user manuals. “Network Wrap Tests” on page 23.
(12C=100,000 prints) without maintenance count reset.
these errors appeared during POST, or while the printer was idle (not printing or receiving data), or while trying to print one of the internal test pages, replace the system board. If the error appeared while sending a job from the host to the printer, turn the printer off, then turn it on and try again. If the error appears again, call the next level service support for assistance.
correct cable connections from the Engine board to the HVPS. Make sure there is continuity between the transfer roller and its contact on the HVPS; replace the transfer roll if the continuity is correct. If there is no continuity, make sure the HVPS contact returns to its upward limit when depressed, and make sure the left bearing of the transfer roll is making proper contact.
See
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Error/Code Action
918 Transfer Roll Error Servo Failure. Verify correct cable
920 Fuser Error Fuser is below temperature while
921 Fuser Error Fuser is below standby temperature
922 Fuser Error Fuser failed to reach standby
923 Fuser Error Fuser is too hot while printing or when
927 Fan Stalled 931 Printhead Error No first hsync.
932 Printhead Error Lost hsync.
connections from the Engine board to
the HVPS. Make sure there is continuity
between the transfer roller and its
contact on the HVPS; replace the
transfer roll if the continuity is correct. If
there is no continuity, make sure the
HVPS contact returns to its upward limit
when depressed, and make sure the left
bearing of the transfer roll is making
proper contact.
See
printing.
Error” on page 20.
when idle.
Error” on page 20.
temperature.
922 Error” on page 20.
idle.
See
“Fan (927 Error)” on page 19.
page 27.
“Fuser: 920, 921, or 922
See
“Fuser: 920, 921, or 922
See
“Fuser: 920, 921, or
See
“Fuser: 923 Error” on page 21.
See
“Printhead” on
See
“Printhead” on page 27.
934 Printhead Error Lost lock condition.
935 Printhead Error Mirror motor unable to reach operating
941 System Board ROM SIMM failed CRC; code data or
944 System Board RIP processor failure. Replace the
945 System Board ASIC 1 failure. Replace the system
page 27.
See
speed.
font data. Run the diagnostic Memory
Test for ROM. Replace the SIMM if the
test fails or the problem recurs after
POR; replace the system board if the
SIMM does not fix the problem.
system board.
board.
See
“Printhead” on
“Printhead” on page 27.
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Error/Code Action
946 System Board ASIC 2 failure. Replace the system
947 System Board Engine ASIC RAM failure. Replace the
948 System Board Engine ASIC electronics failure. Replace
950 System Board SRAM failure. Replace the system
952 System Board Unable to zero PQET SRAM. Replace
953 System Board NVRAM failure. Replace the system
960 Memory Error Bad or missing DRAM in the base
961 Memory Error Bad DRAM in the optional DRAM slot.
970 Network Card Network card processor failure. Replace
board.
system board.
the system board.
board.
the system board.
board.
DRAM slot. Reseat the DRAM and run the diagnostic Memory Test for DRAM. If test fails or the problem recurs after POR, replace the DRAM SIMM.
Reseat the DRAM and run the diagnostic Memory Test for DRAM. If test fails or the problem recurs after POR, replace the DRAM SIMM.
the Network Card.
971 Network Card Network card RAM failure. Replace the
972 Network Card Network card ROS/FLASH failure.
973 Network Card Network card EEPROM/NVRAM failure.
974 Network Card Network card/Network interface error.
976 Network Card Network card software error. Verify that
Network Card.
Replace the Network Card.
Replace the Network Card.
Replace the Network Card.
the network card is installed and grounded correctly. If this error returns after a POR, there is a software or microcode incompatibility problem. Do Not replace the card. Contact your next level of support.
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Error/Code Action
977 Network Card Network card is installed but is not
978 Network Card General network card hardware error.
979 Network Card General network card software error.
990 Duplex Option Duplex error. 991 Duplex System Card Failure Duplex system card failure. Replace the
993 Duplex Comm. Failure Communications between the duplex
communicating with the system board.
See
“Network Card 977 Errors” on
page 23.
Replace the Network Card.
Verify that the network card is installed
and grounded correctly. If this error
returns after a POR, there is a software
or microcode incompatibility problem.
Do Not replace the card. Contact your
next level of support.
See
“Duplex” on page 18.
duplex system card.
See
unit and the printer have failed.
“Duplex” on page 18.
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Power-On Self Test (POST)

When you turn the printer on, it performs a Power-On Self Test. Check for correct POST functioning by observing the following:
1. 1½ rows of pels appear on the display and then clear.
2. Diamonds fill the display and then clear.
3. The fuser lamp and the fan turn on. [Performing Self Test] appears on the display.
Note:
warms to operating temperature. Printer idle time is shorter if the fuser is already warm.
Note:
for about 5 seconds just before the ready screen appears.
4. The ready screen appears on the display.
Note:
5. The drive motor and the mirror motor start to run. The fan starts to run at high speed.
6. The drive motor runs for approximately 10 seconds . The f an runs at high speed, then switches to low speed.
If the printer completes all these steps and no error messages are displayed, the printer has successfully completed the POST.
The printer may be idle for up to 60 seconds as the fuser
If the duplexer is installed, the duple x drive motor turns on
Diagnostics menu appears if you are in diagnostic mode.
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Symptom Table

Symptom Action or Service Check
Dead Machine Dead Machine Service Check Repeats pattern of five beeps and a
pause. Machine Hangs Displaying Diamonds Machine Hangs Displaying Diamonds
Operator Panel Operator Panel Service Check Paper Feed, Base Printer Paper Feed, Base Printer Service Check Paper Feed, Duplex Unit Paper Feed, Duplex Unit Service Check Paper Feed Pro blem, 500-sheet
Second Tray Paper Feed Problem, Envelope+
Feeder/100-Sheet Auxiliary Feeder
Automatic Paper Size Sensing Problem Automatic Paper Size Sensing Problem
LAN Problems LAN Service Check Blank Page Blank Page Service Check Black Page Black Page Service Check Random Marks Random Marks Service Check Regularly Spaced Marks Regularly Spaced Marks Service Check Skew, all edges Skew Service Check
Operator Panel Service Check
Service Check
Paper Fee d Problem, 500 -sheet Second Tray Service Check
Paper Feed Problem, Envelope+ Feeder/100-Sheet Auxiliary Feeder Service Check
Service Check
Skew, top and bottom only Skew, top and bottom Service Check Light Print Light Print Service Check Fuzzy or Blurred Print Fuzzy Blurred Print Service Check Residual Image Residual Service Check Honeycomb Honeycomb Service Check Background Background Service Check Horizontal Void or Streak Horizontal Service Check
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Symptom Action or Service Check
Vertical Void or Streak Vertical Service Check Banding Banding Service Check

Banding

Banding appears as light and dark horizontal lines on a page that is supposed to be uniformly gray. It is due to variation in the speed of the paper as it moves from roll to roll during dev elopment or transf er. It is undetectable when printing text and is most noticeable on fine dot or horizontal line patterns such as the second page of Print Test 2 or Print T est 3. Inspect the gear train and the paperfeed rollers for wear, damage, dirt, or binds.

Background

Areas that are supposed to stay blank are getting small amounts of toner deposited on them. Clean the erase lamps and the printhead window.
Run the diagnostic Paper Feed Test and verify that all the erase lamps turn on. If not, verify that there is +24VDC on pin (10R/12R/ 12L/12C) J20-16 (16L) J17-16 (10P) J20-1 and between +15 and +20VDC on pin 15 (pin 2 on 10P). Shorting pin 15 (pin 2 on 10P) to ground should turn on all the erase lamps. Check the erase lamp cable continuity. Replace the transfer roll housing if the voltage and the cable are good.
Inspect the contacts on the HVPS; make sure each spring-loaded contact returns when pressed and released.
Rough Paper mode can cause background on some papers; if Rough Paper mode is on, turn it off and run the print test again. Printing on coated paper or using refilled print cartridges can also cause background.
Run the print test in continuous mode and check the following voltages; then stop the test and check the voltages again:
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10R/12R/12C/ 12L
16L
Voltage while Printing
J20-1 to J20-4 J17-1 to J17-4 Less than
1VDC
J20-2 to J20-4 J17-2 to J17-4 Greater than
1VDC
J20-3 to J20-4 J17-3 to J17-4 The meter
should fluctu­ate slightly between each page.
J20-8 to J20-4 J17-8 to J17-4 Less than
1VDC
.
10P Voltage while Printing
Voltage while Idling
J14-1 to J14-4 Less than 5VDC 0VDC J14-2 to J14-4 Less than 5VDC 0VDC J14-3 to J14-4 The meter should
0VDC fluctuate slightly between each page.
Voltage while Idling
+21-26VDC
Less than 5VDC
Less than 5VDC
+21-26VDC
J14-8 to J14-4 1VDC 6VDC
If any voltages are not correct replace the system board.
Note:
“Contrast” on the Diagnostics menu (changed to “Transfer” on 4039 plus machines) does not adjust the print contrast but changes the transfer algorithm slightly.
Users who run large jobs with very dense graphics in high humidity environments may get some print quality improvement from changing this setting; users with more normal jobs will see no difference.
Make sure the HVPS contacts to the transfer roll housing are in good condition.
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Black Page

Black output is usually caused by an incorrect high voltage in the printing process, resulting in toner development on the entire photoconductor drum. Check the condition of each HVPS contact and make sure they spring back when pressed. Check the continuity of the HVPS cable. Make sure the following voltages are correct; if they are not, replace the system board.
10P
10R/12R/12C/ 12L
16L Voltage
J14-5 to J14-4 J20-5 to J20-4 J17-5 to J17-4 +24VDC J14-6 to J14-4 J20-6 to J20-4 J17-6 to J17-4 +24VDC
Make the following voltage checks while printing and again while idling. If the voltages are not correct, replace the system board.
10R/12R/12C/ 12L
16L
J20-1 to J20-4 J17-1 to J17-4 Less than
Voltage while Printing
Voltage while Idling
21-26VDC
1VDC
J20-2 to J20-4 J17-2 to J17-4 Greater than
1VDC
10P
Voltage while Printing
J14-1 to J14-4 Less than
Voltage while Idling
0VDC
Less than
0.5VDC
5VDC
J14-2 to J14-4 Less than
0VDC
5VDC
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Blank Page

Inspect the printhead shutter for proper operation and make sure the actuator on top of the cartridge is present and extends into the printhead shroud when the printer top cover is closed. A failed printhead will cause a 931 Service error rather than blank output.
Check the continuity of the HVPS cable. The HVPS and transfer roll contacts should be clean and spring back when pressed. Make sure the transfer roll contact under the left bearing is making contact with the HVPS.
Make the following voltage checks while running the print test continuously and again while idling.
10R/12R/12C/ 12L
16L
Voltage while Printing
J20-1 to J20-4 J17-1 to J17-4 Less than
1VDC
J20-2 to J20-4 J17-2 to J17-4 Greater than
1VDC
J20-3 to J20-4 J17-3 to J17-4 The meter
should fluctu­ate slightly between each page.
J20-8 to J20-4 J17-8 to J17-4 Less than
1VDC
Voltage while Idling
+21-26VDC
Less than 5VDC
Less than 5VDC
+21-26VDC
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.
10P
Voltage while Printing
Voltage while Idling
J14-1 to J14-4 Less than 5VDC 0VDC J14-2 to J14-4 Less than 5VDC 0VDC J14-3 to J14-4 The meter should
0VDC fluctuate slightly between each page.
J14-8 to J14-4 1VDC 6VDC
If the voltages are not correct replace the system board.

Blurred or Fuzzy Print

This can be caused by a damaged gear train or by paper slippage in
see
the feed roll or transfer roll. Also Inspect the HVPS contacts; make sure each spring-loaded contact
returns when pressed and released. Inspect the transfer roll housing contacts for damage or contamination. Check the gear train for damage, binds, or wear.
When using the 100-sheet auxiliary feeder, some blurring ma y occur at the point where the feeder’s friction rollers release the paper.
“Banding” on page 13.

Dead Machine

Possib le causes: no voltage reaching the printer, LVPS failure, b lown LVPS fuse, failure of the On/Off switch or switch linkage, or a shorted electrical component.
Check for the indicated voltages at the LVPS connection to the system board. If no voltages are present, remove the LVPS cover and check fuse F1 and the power switch before replacing the LVPS.
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If some voltages are present, but all are not correct, disconnect all cables except the LVPS from the system board. POR and verify that the LVPS voltages are correct. Turn the power back off and, one at a time, reconnect the system board cables, powering on in between each connection and checking the voltages. The connection which causes the voltages to be wrong indicates which component is bad. Repair or replace the failing component or cable as necessary.

Duplex

The duplexer should home — the front shafts should turn and the input deflector should move — immediately when you install the duplexer with the printer already powered on, or when you POR the printer with the duplexer installed. This means the duplexer has completed its internal tests and is ready to communicate with the printer.
If the duplexer does not home it is either damaged or is not receiving +34VDC from the printer.
To check the connection from the printer system board to the duplex system board, remove the duplex top cover and table cover. Disconnect the duplex cable from the printer system board. F rom left to right (10P: top to bottom), the voltages on the printer system board connector pins should be 0, +34VDC, 0, +5VDC, 0, and +5VDC. With the cable connected, these voltages should also be at duplex system board JP4-1 through JP4-6. If you do not find a cable or voltage problem, replace the duplex system board.
A
933 error
duplexer had been established but has been lost. Check the cable as above; if the error persists replace the duplex system board.
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the fuser exit area for paper or other obstructions. Make sure the duplex unit is positioned correctly on the printer, and that the gear at the bottom of the duplex unit meshes with the gear on the top of the paper tray. Check that the paper is fed with no skew or binds from the duplexer into the metal channel at the right edge of the tray cover. The tray roller should move the paper forward when the tray gear is turned, but allow the paper to be pulled by the D-roll when it picks. Make sure the belt to the duplex DC motor is in place. Make
indicates that communication between the printer and
: Examine the paper path in the duplex unit and in
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sure the duplex table cover (floor) is correctly snapped in place at its front and rear and that the gear block assembly is correctly snapped into the bottom cover. Run duplex diagnostics tests #1 and #2 to make sure there is no slippage in the paper path. Make sure the flags of the duplex unit input and exit sensors move freely.
While the pressing the second button from the top, and note the 7th and 8th digits from the left. If they are 01 or 03, there is a problem with the duplex input sensor signal. Remove the duplex top cover and table cover. Measure the voltage on JP6-3 of the duplex system board; it should fluctuate from 0 to +5VDC as you toggle the sensor flag. Check the sensor cable continuity. If the sensor and the cable are good, replace the duplex system card.
If the 7th and 8th digits are 04, there is an exit sensor problem. Remove the duplex top cover and table cover. Remove the paper tray so you can reach the sensor. Measure the voltage on JP6-8 of the duplex board; it should fluctuate from 0 to +5VDC as you toggle the sensor. Check the sensor cable continuity. If the sensor and the cable are good, replace the duplex system card.
is displayed, press and hold the Return button while
23

Fan (927 Error)

The fan should run continuously when the printer is powered up, unless the printer is in Power Sa ver mode . Check that the f an rotates freely when spun manually and that the cable connections to the fan are OK. The voltage at (10P/10R/12R/12C/12L) J5-6 (16L) J3-6 should be approximately +24VDC when the top cover is up. Short pin 6 to ground to test the fan; if the fan does not run check the continuity of the fan cable before replacing the fan. A bad fan can pull down the +24V line even if it runs; check that (10P/10R/12R/ 12C/12L) J5-7 (16L) J3-7 has between +21 and +26VDC when the fan is running; if it does not, replace the system board.
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Fuser Theory

The fuser lamp operates off line voltage from the LVPS. The thermistor is in contact with the fuser hot roll. The system board reads the thermistor resistance and toggles a TRIAC in the LVPS which cycles the lamp on and off to maintain the proper hot roll temperature. Inside the fuser shroud there is a thermal fuse which is in series with the lamp; if the TRIAC fails and leaves the lamp on continuously, the fuse melts and shuts off power to the lamp.
The thermistor output voltage is proportional to the fuser temperature and is on (10P/10R/12R/12C/12L) J19-6 (16L) J16-6. The voltage will cycle from approximately 2.0 to 2.3VDC as the lamp goes on and off during idle, and will be around 2.7VDC during continuous printing when the Fuser Temperature is set to Normal. In Power Saver mode the lamp is left off until a job is printed.
The system board signal to the LVPS TRIAC is on (10P)J11-16 (10R/12R/12C/12L) J11-3 (16L) J18-16. The voltage is 0VDC when the lamp is to be on and +24VDC (10P: +5VDC) when the lamp is to be off. The lamp can be tested by briefly connecting this pin to ground.

Fuser: 920, 921, or 922 Error

A 922 error during a POR caused by low line voltage can usually be cleared by doing another POR.
If the fuser lamp is lighting very dimly, check for a 220V lamp installed in a 110V machine.
Check all the connectors to the exit sensor card and the lamp pow er connections at the left end of the fuser. Make sure the thermistor is making contact with the hot roll. Check the continuity of the lamp, the thermal fuse, and the fuser power cable. Check the thermistor resistance at (10P/10R/12R/12C/12L) J19-5 to J19-6 (16L) J16-5 to J16-6; it should be from 100K Ohms to 260K Ohms when cold; it may be as low as 2.3K Ohms when hot but increases quickly as the fuser cools. There should be no connection from either pin to ground.
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If the thermal fuse has blown, the fuser and the fuser wiper will be damaged. Before replacing the fuser and the fuser wiper, check the voltage at (10P) J11-16 (10R/12R/12C/12L) J11-3 (16L)J18-16 as you POR again. It should stay at 0 until the 922 Error is displayed and then go to +24VDC(10P: +5VDC); if it does not, replace the system board, the fuser, and the fuser wiper. Next, measure the voltage to the fuser lamp during a POR; it should be line voltage until the 922 Error is displayed, if it is not, replace the LVPS, the fuser, and the fuser wiper.
If the voltage to the fuser lamp is the not the same as the line voltage, replace the LVPS.
If the lamp, fuser power cable, thermal fuse, thermistor and lamp voltage are OK, check (10P)J11-16 (10R/12R/12C/12L)J11-3 (16L)J18-16 to see if the system board is sending the correct signal to the TRIAC. At POR this signal should go to +24VDC(10P +5VDC) and then immediately drop to 0VDC until the fuser is warm; if it does not, replace the system board. If the signal is OK, replace the L VPS .

Fuser: 923 Error

Check the connection and continuity of the cable from the fuser exit sensor board to system board (10P/10R/12R/12C/12L)J19 (16L)J16. Check the thermistor condition and connection.
Check the thermistor resistance at system board (10P/10R/12R/ 12C/12L)J19-5 to J19-6 (16L)J16-5 to J16-6. It should be from 100K Ohms to 260K Ohms when cold; it may be as low as 2.3K Ohms when hot but increase quickly as the fuser cools.

Honeycomb

(Areas of the page are covered with faint 6 mm circles.) This print defect is usually caused by the print cartridge. If it is not
the problem, verify that the tab on the transfer roll housing is touching the contact on the HVPS; the transfer roll housing should have continuity to ground. Make sure the HVPS ground lead to the side frame is in place and making good contact.
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Horizontal Void or Streak

This is usually due to the cartridge not being installed correctly. Check the printhead area for obstructions, and check the mechanical workings of the print cartridge and printhead shutter. If nothing is found go to “Blank Page” and follow those instructions.

LAN Problems

You cannot find a printer or network problem, but jobs still do not print.
If the network card checks out successfully, the problem may be with the hardware or software outside of the network card. Below are some suggestions to the customer for checking hardware and software for possible problems. Refer the customer to the LaserPrinter Network Printer Utility Guide to find the problem.
Make sure that the desired network protocol is enabled from the
printer operator panel.
Verify proper print queue and printer driver configuration
Verify that the adapter port has been associated
Verify correct installation of software utility
Single route broadcast not supported across network bridge, if
bridge is used Server problem; check print server installation and configuration
using the appropriate system guide to operations.

Light Print

Light print is frequently caused by a worn out print cartridge. Clean the transfer roll by powering on and off two or three times, leaving the printer on for about two minutes each time. Other causes are the same as for “Blank Page”.
Make sure Print Darkness on the customer menu is set to Normal or Dark. 10P: Increasing the diagnostics mode Print Contrast setting will darken print further.
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PostScript emulation output may appear lighter than PCL output or a test print; this is not a defect. Verify on the Print Test that the print is too light before performing service.

Network Card 977 Errors

All network card errors are recorded as 977 in the error log. If there are 977 errors in the log, POR several times and take the appropriate action for the displayed error code.
If the displayed error is 977, verify that the network card is installed and grounded correctly. Remove the network card and check for +5VDC at pin B24 of (10P/10R/12R/12C/12L) J13 (16L) J12. If the voltage is incorrect replace the system board; if there is +5VDC replace the network card.

Network Wrap Tests

Token-Ring with Shielded Twisted-Pair Cable:
LAN cable from the electrical outlet, leaving it connected to the printer network card.
Ethernet 10Base-2:
end of the T-connector. The customer may be able to provide this cap.
There is no wrap test for Token-Ring with Unshielded Twisted-Pair cable or for Ethernet 10Base-T.
POR the printer. If the printer completes POR successfully, the printer, network card, and the port to the LAN are working correctly. If the customer still has a problem printing,
page 22.
Attach a 50 Ohm BNC terminator cap to each
Disconnect the
see
“LAN Problems” on

Output Bin Sensor

Examine the bin area for obstructions or damage. Run the diagnostic sensor test.
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For handle-mounted sensor: The voltage at sensor card J2-3 (pin 1 is the bottom pin) should be +5VDC, and the voltage at J2-4 should be (12L) 10 to 14VDC (16L) 22 to 26VDC. If these are incorrect and the cable has continuity, replace the system board. The voltage between J2-1 and J2-2 should be +5VDC when the light beam is not blocked, and near zero when it is b loc k ed (the voltage tak es 15 to 25 seconds to change to the low level).
For redrive-mounted sensor: make sure the plastic bails and guide are in good condition and that they guide the sensor flag out of and into the sensor as paper passes into the bin. On the sensor, the voltage from pin 2 to pin 3 (pin 1 is the bottom pin) should change from 0 to +5VDC as the sensor is blocked and unblocked. Pin 1 should always measure +5VDC.
Replace the sensor, the sensor card (on machines with latch­mounted sensor), or the sensor cable as necessary.

Operator Panel Problem

Possible causes: failed LCD or operator panel card, cable or connector problem, or system board problem.
Replace the operator panel if POR stops with 1½ rows of pels displayed.
Run the diagnostic tests for the LCD and for the buttons. If only some buttons or pels work, replace the operator panel.
If the operator panel is blank: check for +5VDC at pin 1 of the in-line connector under the top cover, and replace the operator panel if the voltage is good. Check for +5VDC at (10P/10R/12R/12C/12L) J7-1 (16L) J5-1 on the system board and replace the cable if the voltage is good.
If the voltage at the system board is incorrect, check that the LVPS is providing the correct voltages and replace the LVPS if its output voltages are wrong.
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On models 10R/12R/12C/12L, a DC-DC convertor changes +34VDC at J9-1 into +5VDC, +12VDC, and -12VDC. Check for +5VDC at J8-1 and for +34VDC at J9-1 and at J11-4. Replace the DC-DC convertor, the system board, or the LVPS depending on where the voltage is incorrect.

Paper Feed Problem, 500-Sheet Second Tray

Remove the module and inspect the tray, the module D-roll bias spring, the gear train, and the paper feed magnet spring. Make sure the gear train is meshing with the drive gear at the bottom of the printer. Look for other mechanical problems or damage. Make sure the cable connector is in good condition. The resistance of the paper feed magnet should be 100 Ohms to 250 Ohms. If paper is not feeding correctly check the magnet adjustment.

Paper Feed, Base Printer

Run the print test or the diagnostic paper feed test and carefully examine the area of the problem.
If paper is not feeding, make sure the paper is in the tray correctly and is not damaged or stuck together. Make sure the D-roll is in good condition and rotates when the magnet is picked. With the 500­sheet trays, make sure the tension wheel is set high enough to give good contact between the D-roll and the paper stack.
10R/12R/12C/12L/16L: Make sure the pick magnet is being energized. The pick magnet should have a resistance of 100 to 250 Ohms. The voltage at (10R/12R/12C/12L) J22-2 (16L) J19-2 should be +34V between picks, and drop to about +30VDC (it actually drops to zero but most meters will not react quickly enough) briefly during the pick; listen for the noise of the solenoid at the same time the voltage changes. The magnet can be tested by shorting pin 2 to ground and listening for it to pick.
10P: The 10P has a torquer motor to activate the D-roll. It is connected at J22 of the system board, the voltage check is the same as the 10R/12R/12C/12L/16L. The resistance of the motor is 88 Ohms. The motor can be tested by shorting pin 2 to ground and listening for it to pick.
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If paper feeds but stops undamaged in the paper path there may be a sensor problem. Run the diagnostic test for the input and exit sensors replace as necessary. Check the continuity of the cable before replacing the sensor. The input sensor signal is on (10P) J20-6 (10R/12R/12C/12L) J20-11 (16L) J17-11; the output sensor signal is on (10P/10R/12R/12C/12L) J19-8 (16L) J16-8. The voltage should be 0VDC when there is no paper in the sensor and +5VDC when paper is present.
If paper is jamming, clean the paper path of obstructions or repair any damaged parts. Very thin or thick paper, labels, transparencies, or card stock will have a higher jam rate than regular xerographic paper. Check the condition of the paper in the tra y and v erify that the tray is installed correctly.
If paper is curling badly enough to cause a problem feeding or
see
stacking,
“Fuser Temperature And Warm-Up Time” on page 39.

Paper Feed, Duplex Unit

Check that all gears and belts are working correctly both in the duplex unit and on the tray top cover, and that the gear on the tray top cover engages the gear on the duplexer.
If paper is jamming in the table cover area, make sure the table cover is properly installed. Run diagnostics Duplex Test 1 to make sure the paper is feeding far enough into the duplex unit before reversing. Examine the condition of all rollers.
If paper is stopping or jamming as it is fed back across the top of the paper tray, run diagnostics Duplex Test 2 to make sure there is no slippage in the paper path. Make sure the paper tray top cover is not
see
damaged. Cold paper curl can also cause jams here;
Temperature And Warm-Up Time” on page 39.
If paper is jamming at the front exit, verify that the front exit deflector switch is functioning by disconnecting (10P/10R/12R/12C/12L) J19 (16L) J16 and checking the resistance from pin 1 to pin 2 as you operate the switch.
see
Also
“23 Paper Jams” on page 18
“Fuser
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Paper Feed Problem, Envelope+ Feeder/ 100-Sheet Auxiliary Feeder
Check for the following: paper or envelope jammed in the feed path; missing hold-down weight; adjustable guide out of position; feeder cable loose, disconnected, or plugged in the wrong connector; feeder incorrectly installed; worn or damaged rollers or gears; warped or damaged envelopes being used; envelopes being improperly installed (envelope flaps must rest against the paper edge guide); envelopes other than 20- or 24-pound being used in the envelope+ feeder; paper other than 20- or 24-pound being used in the 100-sheet auxiliary feeder; envelopes being interleaved with paper.
Run the diagnostics Envelope Feed test and make sure the feed magnet is being energized. If not, check the resistance of the magnet at (10P/10R/12R/12L/12C) J12-1 to J12-2 (16L)J9-1 to J9-2 on the feeder cable; the resistance should be from 105 Ohms to 155 Ohms. If the magnet is good, reconnect the cable and monitor the voltage between the two pins of the connector while running the Envelope F eed test; if the voltage does not increase momentarily as the magnet is picked, replace the system board.
Check the adjustment of the feeder magnet. If paper is being bent or double-fed, check the adjustment of the feeder restraint spring.

Printhead

Note:
replaced or serviced. Verify the continuity of the fan/mirror motor cable and the hsync
cable. Verify the presence of the following voltages: +24VDC at (10P/10R/12R/12C/12L) J5-1 (16L) J3-1, +5VDC at (10P/10R/12R/ 12C/12L) J6-5 (16L) J4-5, +5VDC at (10P/10R/12R/12C/12L), J6-1 (16L) J4-1.
If these voltages are not correct, replace the system board. Verify +5VDC at pin 5 on the fan/mirror motor cable at the mirror
motor board. If the voltage is correct replace the printhead; if the voltage is bad and the cable is OK replace the system board.
The printhead is a sealed unit. It contains no parts that can
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Paper Size Sensing Problem

(The printed area does not fit on the page, or the paper size cannot be changed from the operator panel.)
Make sure that paper trays f or the 4019, 4028, or 4029 are not being used in the 4039 printer.
Make sure the paper tray and its stops are undamaged. Make sure the cable to the paper size switch is connected correctly.
Disconnect (10P/10R/12R/12C/12L) J19 (16L) J16 from the system board before making the following measurements. With the tray removed, make sure there is no continuity from (10P/10R/12R/12L/ 12C) J19-3 to J19- 4 (16L) J16-3 to J16-4 on the cable; replace the paper size switch if the resistance is not infinite.
The resistance from (10P/10R/12R/12L/12C) J19-3 to J19-4 (16L) J16-1 to J16-2 varies with the paper size. With the tray installed, if the readings do not match the following within 5% replace the paper size sensor.
A5 1.4 K Ohms (tray 1 only) B5 2.0 K Ohms
10.5” 3.0 K Ohms 11” 4.7 K Ohms A4 8.0 K Ohms 13” or 14” 17.8 K Ohms (legal tray)
If the problem is with the 500-sheet option, the resistance from (10P/ 10R/12R/12L/12C) J17-3 to J17-4 (16L) J14-3 to J14-4 should be infinite with no tray installed, or with the tray installed, should match the table.
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Regularly Spaced Marks

This is caused by a defect on one of the rolls or gears in the print process. The damaged part can be determined by the spacing of the marks according to the following table. Find and replace the damaged part.
Component Print Defect Spacing on Page
PC Drum (part of print cartridge) 125.7 mm Transfer Roll 53.1 mm Fuser Hot Roll10P/12R/12C/12L/16L 78.9-79.2 mm Fuser Hot Roll 10R 64.7 mm Fuser Backup Roll 69.1 mm Charge Roll (part of print cartridge) 37.1-37.7 mm Developer Roll (part of print cartridge) 40.0 mm Prealigner Feed Roller 68.5 mm Auxiliary Feed Roller 68.5 mm
Spacings other than the ones listed could be caused by damage or a bind in the gear train.

Residual Image

Residual image--the “walking” of a leftover image down the page--is probably the result of failed erase lamps not discharging the photoconductor, or of a failed cleaner inside the print cartridge. It can also be caused by a failed fuser hot roll retaining toner and redepositing it on the page. Check that the erase lamp voltage at (10P) J20-1 (10R/12R/12C/12L) J20-16 (16L) J17-16 is +24VDC and that the cable has continuity.
To test the erase lamps, jumper (10P) J20-2 (10R/12R/12C/12L) J20-15 (16L) J17-15 to ground.
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Random Marks

Random marks are nearly always due to a mechanical problem or due to foreign matter loose in the printer or in the print cartridge. Inspect and clean the inside of the printer carefully and correct any problems found.

Skew, all edges

If the test print frame is parallel to all edges of the page but the
see
margins are not all the same width Adjustment” on page 61.
If the test print frame is not parallel to the left and right edges of the paper, the paper has skewed in the paper path. Check the paper path for obstructions. Make sure the paper in the tray is loaded properly and is undamaged. Check the prealigner, drive, and auxiliary rollers, springs, and backup rollers for dirt, wear, or damage; refer to the parts catalog for repair kits for broken bellcrank spring attachment hooks on the sideframe. Make sure all the bellcrank assemblies pivot freely. Check the gear train for damage or binds.
“Print Registration

Skew, top and bottom only

If the test print frame is parallel to the left and right edges of the paper but not parallel to the top and bottom, the printhead skew
See
needs to be adjusted. and “Printhead Skew - Level 2” on page 60.
“Printhead Skew - Level 1” on page 59

Stalled (diamonds on display)

Check the continuity of the cable from (10P/10R/12R/12C/12L) J7 (16L) J5 on the system board to the operator panel. Next, reseat the ROM and memory SIMMs and POR. This condition can also occur on models 10R/12R/12L/12C if a network card is installed without the accompanying DC power card.
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If the problem is still present, replace one at a time the:
1. ROM SIMM
2. System board

Vertical Void or Streak

Do a developed image test to determine if the defect is occurring before or after the transfer process.
If you see the defect on the photoconductor, check the operation of the printhead shutter and clean the printhead window with a lint-free cloth folded over a cotton swab; do not use a bare swab and do not use any cleaning fluids or water on the printhead window. Inspect the HVPS contacts.
If the image on the photoconductor is good, inspect the fuser rolls and transfer roll. Make sure the left transfer roll bearing is contacting the contact from the HVPS. Make sure the HVPS contacts are clean and spring back when pressed.
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Diagnostic Aids

Diagnostics Mode

To run some of the printer diagnostic tests described in this chapter, you must put the printer in Diagnostics mode.
To enter Diagnostics mode:
1. Turn the printer off.
2. Press and hold the Ready and Return buttons. Then turn the printer on. The printer performs the Power-On Self Test.
3. Release the buttons when [Performing Self Test] is displayed.
4. You can exit Diagnostics mode without a POR by selecting [Reset Printer].
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Grouped Diagnostic Aids

Print Tests Operator Panel Tests
Print Test Page Button Test Developed Image Test LCD Test Print Tests
Duplex Tests
Registration Tests
Print Registration Quick Test
Paper Feed Tests Page Counts
Envelope Print Test Page Count Paper Feed Test Maintenance Kit Count
Printer Setup Tests Device Tests
Envelope Enhance Quick Disk Test Print Contrast (Transfer) Disk Test/Clean Fuser Temperature/Warm-up Time
Duplex Feed 1 Duplex Feed 2
Permanent Page Count
Hardware Connection Checks
Defaults LAN Information Memory Tests Wrap Tests Sensor Test Serial Interface Option Auto Clean Auto Clean Frequency Auto Clean Delay Error Log
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Alphabetical List of Diagnostic Aids

Auto Clean

Auto Clean needs to be turned on if there is an unacceptable amount of toner being deposited on the back of the page. When Auto Clean is on, after printing the number of pages specified in Auto Clean Frequency, the printer pauses the number of seconds specified in Auto Clean Delay. This pause minimizes the toner accumulating on the fuser cleaner.
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Auto Clean].
3. Select [On] or [Off].
4. Press Return to return to Diagnostics mode main menu.

Auto Clean Delay

This can be set from 1 to 60 seconds with a default of 1. Auto Clean Delay does not appear on the menu unless Auto Clean is on.
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Auto Clean Delay].
3. Select [+] or [-] to display the delay desired.
4. Select [SAVE].
5. Press Return to return to Diagnostics mode main menu.

Auto Clean Frequency

This can be set from 10 to 255 pages with a default of 50. Auto Clean Delay does not appear on the menu unless Auto Clean is on.
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Auto Clean Frequency].
3. Select [+] or [-] to display the frequency desired.
4. Select [SAVE].
5. Press Return to return to Diagnostics mode main menu.
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Defaults

Allows setting the following defaults to U.S. or Non U.S. values.
U.S. NON U.S .
Letter size paper A4 paper # 10 envelopes DL envelopes Symbol Set Roman-8 Symbol Set PC-850
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Defaults].
3. Select [U.S.] or [Non U.S.].
4. Press Return to return to Diagnostics mode main menu.

Developed Image Test

Use the Developed Image Test to isolate print quality problems. You might have to practice this procedure several times to get the timing correct.
To run the Developed Image Test:
1. Set the paper exit lever to use the front exit.
2. Print the test page.
3. As soon as the leading edge of the paper is visible coming out the front exit slot, turn off the printer.
4. Remove the print cartridge and look at the image on the photoconductor.

Disk Test/Clean

This is a two hour test that should be performed only on a disk that contains bad data and is therefore unusable.
This test destroys all data on the disk by doing a multi-pass write/ read on every block of the disk. Bad b locks are flagged and remov ed from use. If over 2000 bad blocks are found the test stops and the display indicates the disk must be replaced.
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A message describing test progress is displayed during the test.
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Device Test]
3. Select [Disk Test/Clean].
4. Select [CONTINUE] to start the test, or [CANCEL] to return to Diagnostics mode main menu.
5. Select [CANCEL] to interrupt the test.
6. Press Return to return to Diagnostics mode main menu.

Duplex Feed 1 Test

This test checks for slipping paper problems. It verifies that the paper is entering the duplex unit far enough for the trailing edge to clear the selector fingers before the paper reverses direction.
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Duplex Tests].
3. Select [Duplex Feed 1].
4. Select [Tray 1], or [Tray 2].
Note:
Paper feeds all the way into the duplex unit and stop.
5. The message [CLEAR PAPER] appears on the display.
6. Slide the tray extension all the way out until it stops.
7. Push a small screwdriver through the lower end of one of the ventilation slots and through the sheet of paper fed in under the slot.
8. Open the cover and remove the sheet of paper.
9. Measure the distance from the mark on the paper to the trailing edge of the paper. If the mark, or hole, is more than 95 mm from the trailing edge, there is a paper slipping problem with the duplex unit paper feed.
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Duplex Feed 2 Test

This test verifies that paper feeds through the duplex unit properly and tests the stop point of the page as it feeds back over the top of the duplex paper tray.
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Duplex Tests].
3. Select [Duplex Feed 2].
4. Select [Tray 1] or [Tray 2].
Note:
and stop on top of the paper tray.
5. The message [CLEAR PAPER] appears on the display.
6. Open the printer top cover.
7. If you are doing the test with legal size paper, open the top cov er
8. Carefully remove the duplex unit from the printer without
9. Without changing the position of the page, hold it to the top of
10. Measure from the leading edge of the page to the leading edge
11. Select [CONTINUE].
12. Perform the test several times to verify that the measurement is
13. Press Return to return to Diagnostics mode main menu.
Paper feeds all the w ay into the duplex unit and then f eed out
of the duplex unit.
disturbing the position of the paper on the top of the duplex tray. Do not disconnect the duplex cable from the printer.
the paper tray and remove the paper tray.
of the paper stack in the tray. This measurement should be 75 mm or less. If it is larger than 75 mm, there is a drive problem in the duplex unit or in the tray top cover.
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Envelope Enhance

Use this procedure to set the fuser solenoid power level to low, medium, or high. Increase the level to reduce en velope wrinkling, or decrease the level to reduce solenoid noise.
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Envelope Enhance].
3. Select [Low], [Medium], or [High].
4. Press Return to return to Diagnostics mode main menu.

Envelope Print Test

Note:
from the automatic envelope feeder if present. If there is no auto­matic feeder present, the printer uses manual envelope.
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Envelope Print].
3. Select [Single] or [Continuous].
4. Select [CANCEL] to stop continuous envelope feed.
5. Press Return to return to the Diagnostics mode main menu.
Printing only occurs on the first envelope. The env elope feeds

Error Log (“plus” machines only)

The error log records the last 6 “2X Paper Jam” or “9XX Service” errors. In a full log, position 6 is the oldest error. If more than 6 errors are received, the oldest error is discarded. If the same error occurs consecutively it is recorded only once.
All 97X Network Card errors are logged as 977.
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Error Log].
3. Select [CLEAR] and then [CONTINUE] to clear the error log.
4. Press Return to return to Diagnostics mode main menu.
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Fuser Temperature And Warm-Up Time
These settings allow adjustment of the fuser to correct problems with paper curl or melting letterheads.
Paper curl in which the top and bottom of the page curl toward the printed side (hot paper curl) can be corrected by reducing the fuser temperature. Reduce the setting from Normal to No Boost; if necessary, reduce the setting further to Low Temperature. V erify that the toner is being adequately fused to the paper at the new temperature setting.
Paper curl in which the edges of the paper curl toward the printed side (cold paper curl) can corrected by increasing the fuser warm-up time. Use the lowest setting that corrects the problem. Setting “0” is the factory default and is the shortest warm-up time. Setting “5” increases warm-up time by 90 seconds; lower settings increase the time proportionately less. Settings other than “0” may reduce throughput. Use the + or - key to change the number and then select save .
Melting letterheads may be prevented by reducing the fuser temperature as described above for paper curl.
Fuser Temperature
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Fuser Temperature].
3. Select [Normal], [No Boost], Or [Low Temperature].
4. Press Return to return to the Diagnostics mode main menu.
Warm-up Time
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Warm-Up Time].
3. Select a setting of “0” through “5”. Use the + or - key to change the number. 0 is the shortest fuser warm-up (factory setting). 5 is the longest fuser warm-up.
4. Press Return to return to the Diagnostics main menu.
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Maintenance Kit Count

This non-displayed counter must be reset after the maintenance kit is replaced to prevent the [80 Scheduled Maintenance] message from displaying when the machine is turned on.
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Maintenance Count].
3. Select [RESET] to set the count back to “0”.
4. Press Return to return to the Diagnostics mode main menu.

Memory Test

1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Memory Test].
3. Select either [DRAM] or [ROM].
4. Select [Single] or [Continuous].
5. The display indicates [PASSED], or [FAILED].
6. Select [CANCEL] to stop continuous memory test.
7. Press Return to return to Diagnostics mode.

Operator Panel Tests

The following tests chec k for proper functioning of the operator panel buttons and display (LCD).
Button Test
To test the operator panel buttons:
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Button Test].
3. Press each button. [Closed] is displayed until the button is released. Then [Open] is displayed.
4. Press Return to return to the Diagnostics mode main menu.
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LCD Test
To test the operator panel display:
1. Enter Diagnostics mode
2. Select [LCD Test].
3. Select [Single] or [Continuous].
4. The display goes through a continuous sequence of turning pels on and off.
5. Press Return to stop continuous LCD test.
6. Press Return to return to the Diagnostics mode main menu.

Page Count

To view or set the page count:
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Page Count].
3. Choose any number between 0000000 and 9999999 by Selecting [NEXT] to move the cursor under each digit. Then select [+] OR [-] to select the number you want in each digit.
4. Select [SAVE] to save the page count displayed.

Paper Feed Test

This test allows you to observe the drive gear train and feed paper through the printer to check for broken gear teeth, watch the paper path, or check the erase lamps.
Note:
test so you can observe the motor gears.
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Paper Feed].
3. Select [Tray 1], [Tray 2], or [Manual].
4. Select [Single] or [Continuous].
5. Select [CANCEL] to stop continuous mode.
6. Press Return to return to Diagnostics mode main menu.
You may want to remove the gear cover before starting this
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Permanent Page Count

The permanent page count can be displayed only. It cannot be modified or reset by the customer or servicer.
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Permanent Page Count].
3. Press Return to return to Diagnostics mode main menu.

Print Contrast (Transfer on “plus” machines)

This setting changes the transfer roll voltage to light, medium, or dark (low, medium, or high on “plus” machines), but seldom produces a visible difference in print darkness. This setting may be useful in environmental extremes to prevent toner from being deposited in white areas next to large black areas.
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Print Contrast].
3. Select [Light], [Medium] or [Dark]; ([Low], [Medium] or [High] on plus machines).
4. Press Return to return to the Diagnostics mode main menu.

Print Registration

See
“Print Registration Adjustment” on page 61.

Print Test Page

You can run the Print Test even if the printer is not attached to a computer. Use this test to check print and graphics quality and the version numbers of printer microcode. The first page of this test feeds from tray 1. Following pages continue to feed from this tray unless you change the paper source.
To run the Print Test:
1. Turn the printer on.
2. Select [MENUS].
3. Select [TESTS MENU].
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4. Select [Print Test Page].
5. Select either [Single] or [Continuous] depending if you want one page or continuous test pages.
6. Select [Stop] when you want the continuous test to end.

Print Tests

All of the print tests can be run in the [Single] or [Continuous] mode. To stop continuous printing select [CANCEL].
Print Test 1
Print Test 1 generates one print out similar to the test page. This test uses paper from tray 1 only. Print Test 1 will not duplex.
To run Print Test 1:
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Print Test 1].
3. Select [Single] or [Continuous].
4. Select [CANCEL] to stop continuous print.
5. Press Return to return to the main Diagnostics menu.
Print Test 2
Print Test 2 generates two printouts: a page similar to the test page, and a fine dot pattern which can be used to evaluate banding or other print quality problems.
Print Test 2 duplexes if the duplex option is installed. To run Print Test 2:
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Print Test 2].
3. Select [Single] or [Continuous].
4. Select [Cancel] to stop continuous print.
5. Press Return to return to the main Diagnostics menu.
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Print Test 3
This test generates 2 printouts: a solid black page, and a dot pattern that can be used to evaluate print quality.
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Print Test 3].
3. Select [Single] or [Continuous].
4. Select [CANCEL] to stop continuous print.
5. Press Return to return to Diagnostics mode main menu.

Quick Disk Test

This is a one minute test which performs a non-destructive write/ read on one block per track on the disk. It tests the printer-to-disk communications, and the disk hardware and circuitry but does only incidental testing of the disk surface itself.
The Quick Disk Test does not destroy data on the disk; existing data is read and stored prior to the testing of each track, and then re­written after the track is tested.
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Quick Disk Test].
3. The display indicates [Test Passed] or [Test Failed].
4. Press Return to return to Diagnostics mode main menu.

Quick Test

The Quick Test is activated by pressing Ready from any screen while in Diagnostics mode (“plus” machines only), as well as being an entry under [Print Registration]. It provides a simple page alignment pattern that prints faster than the other print tests.
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Sensor Test

1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Sensor Test].
3. Select one of the following sensor tests.
Toner Low
Output Bin
Input
Exit
Cover Open
Note:
in changing to open.
4. When the sensor is blocked [Open] is displayed. Otherwise, [Closed] is displayed.
5. Press Return to return to the Diagnostics mode main menu.
The Output Bin sensor can have up to a 15 second delay
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Network Connections and Checks

Wrap Tests

The Wrap Tests check the circuits used to communicate with the host computer.
To run the Wrap Test:
1. Turn the printer off.
2. Disconnect the interface cable.
3. Install the wrap plug in one of the interface cable connectors.
Note:
test or install the 25 pin serial wrap plug part no. 1329048 for the serial test.
4. Enter Diagnostics mode.
5. Select [Wrap Test].
6. Select [Parallel] for the parallel port or [Serial] for the 25 pin
7. Select [Single] or [Continuous].
8. Select [CANCEL] to stop continuous. A [PASSED] message indicates the printer connection to the printer
cable connector is good. A [FAILED] message indicates a defective system board.
Note:
9. Press Return to return to the Diagnostics mode main menu.
10. T urn the printer off, then remov e the wrap plug from the interf ace
Install the parallel wrap plug part no. 1319128 for the parallel
serial port.
Ignore the number displayed after a failure is displayed.
connector.
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LAN Information

The printer may be connected to one of the following LAN types: Token-Ring Ethernet 10BaseT Ethernet 10Base2 LocalTalk The Network external connectors are pictured below . The printer test
page also indicates to which type of LAN the printer is connected.

Serial Interface Option, 10P

The serial interface unit switch settings determine how the printer receives data from the computer or terminal. Set the switches according to your particular equipment requirements.
The serial interface has 12 function switches.
Function Switch Setting
Switches 1 to 4 — Speed:
interface speed in bits per second (bps).
1234SPEED (BPS)
On On Off Off 150 On Off On Off 300 On Off Off Off 600
Switches 1 through 4 define the serial
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1234SPEED (BPS)
OffOnOnOff1,200 Off On Off Off 2,400 Off Off On Off 4,800 Off Off Off Off 9,600 (default) On On On Off 19,200 Off Off Off On 38,400 (RS-422 only)
Switch 5 – Data Bits:
Switch 5 selects the number of data bits
(7 or 8) in each data frame.
5DATA BITS
Off 8 On 7
Switch 6 and 7 – Parity:
Switches 6 and 7 select the interface
parity.
6 7 Parity
Off Off No Off On Ignore On Off Odd On On Even
Note:
When setting the “Ignore” for parity, the printer ignores the received parity and transmits using Even parity. For all other parity settings, the transmitted parity matches the received parity.
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Switch 8 – Buffer Size:
Switch 8 allows the adapter buffer size to
be limited, to minimize the amount of data in the buffer at any time.
8 Buffer Size
Off Normal On Minimum
Switch 9 – Protocol:
9Protocol
Off DTR pacing (RS232 only) On XON/XOFF
Switch 10 - Print Test:
Switch 9 selects the type of protocol.
Switch 10 selects the print test for the serial interface card. This tests the connection between the serial interf ace unit and the printer. The printout contains the serial interface unit code level and switch settings, and the printer character set.
Note:
For the serial print test to work [Advanced Status] (found
under the [PARALLEL SETUP] menu) must be set to [Off].
To run the serial interface test print:
1. Turn the printer power off.
2. Set serial interface Switch 10 [On].
3. Turn the printer power on. If the printer does not generate a printout, there is a problem with the
serial interface card or its connection to the printer. Chec k the s witch settings and ensure that the serial interface unit is correctly installed.
When the test is complete, reset Switch 10 to [Off].
10 Print Test
Off Normal Mode On Test mode
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Switch 11 – Polarity for RS-422 Serial Interface:
Switch 11 is used to reverse the polarity of the receive and transmit data line for the RS-422 serial interface.
11 Mode
Off Normal On Reverse
Switch 12 – Interface:
Switch 12 sets the serial interface in either
RS-232C or RS-422 mode.
12 Mode
Off RS-232C On RS-422
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Repair Information

This chapter explains how to make adjustments to the printer and how to remove defective FRUs.

Handling ESD-sensitive Parts

Many electronic products use parts that are known to be sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). To prevent damage to ESD-sensitive parts, follow the instructions below in addition to all the usual precautions, such as turning off power before removing logic boards:
Keep the ESD-sensitive part in its original shipping container (a
special “ESD bag”) until you are ready to install the part into the machine.
Make the least-possible mov ements with your body to pre vent 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 machine.
Hold the ESD-sensitive part by its edge connector shroud
(cover); do not touch its pins. If you are removing a pluggable module, use the correct tool.
Do not place the ESD-sensitive part on the machine cover or on
a metal table; if you need to put down the ESD-sensitive part for any reason, 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 you are not work­ing on the machine, 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.
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Adjustments

Envelope Restraint Spring On The Envelope+ Feeder

1. Loosen the mounting screw [A].
2. Position the spring [B] so it clears the separator roller by
1.9 ±0.2 mm (0.075 ±0.008 in.).
3. Tighten the mounting screw.
Paper Restraint Spring On The 100-sheet Auxiliary Feeder
1. Loosen the mounting screw [A].
2. Position the spring [B] so it clears the separator roller by
1.9 ± 0.2 mm (0.040 ±0.008 in.).
3. Tighten the mounting screw.
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Envelope Feeder Magnet And 100-sheet Auxiliary Feeder Magnet
1. Hold the armature [A] in the closed (coil active) position.
2. Loosen the mounting screw [B], and rotate the magnet assembly so the armature clears the clutch gear by 0.30 ± 0.20 mm (0.012 ± 0.008 in.).
3. Tighten the screw.
4. Check the adjustment on both sides of the gear.
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Fuser Drive Gear Backlash

Fuser drive gear backlash is adjusted so that when gear #2 is held still, there is a slight amount of backlash in the fuser gear. Print quality can be affected if the gears are too tight.
1. Remove the fuser cover.
2. Locate gear #2. It is the white adjustable gear mounted to the side frame below the fuser gear.
3. Rotate the adjustable gear in one direction to check f or bac klash.
To adjust backlash:
1. Loosen the nut on the idler stud.
2. Move the idler stud downward in its slot.
3. Insert a 0.95 mm (.037) feeler gage between the gear shoulders from the front of the machine. You may need to use an angled or very small feeler gauge.
4. With the nut snug but not tight, tap the idler upward until the gage is snug between the gear shoulders.
5. Tighten the locking nut.
6. Check the clearance again; tightening may have altered the adjustment. Be sure the fuser gear can be rotated slightly when gear #2 is held still.
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Fuser Solenoid

Note:
adjustment and should be at room temperature.
1. Loosen screw [A].
2. Remove the rubber washer.
3. Rotate shaft [B] (eccentric) to obtain 4.2 mm ± 0.2 mm
4. Tighten screw [A].
5. Replace the rubber washer.
The fuser solenoid must be mounted on the fuser for this
(0.165 in.± 0.008 in.) air gap.
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Paper Feed Magnet

1. Remove the system board. The magnet is accessed through the holes in the right frame.
2. With the armature latched on the cam step check for 0.60 mm ±
0.07 mm (0.024 in ± 0.003 in.) between the foam pad and the magnet pole piece. If adjustment is required, continue:
3. Keep the armature latched and loosen the magnet mounting screw [A].
4. Insert feeler gage.
5. Rotate the magnet against the feeler gage.
6. Tighten the mounting screw.
7. The gage should pass between the foam pad and the magnet pole piece with moderate resistance.
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Optional Paper Feed Magnet

1. With the armature latched on the cam step check for 0.60 mm ± 0.07 mm between the foam pad and the magnet pole piece. If adjustment is required, continue:
2. Keep the armature latched and loosen the magnet mounting screw [A].
Note:
3. Insert feeler gage.
4. Rotate the magnet against the feeler gage.
5. Tighten the mounting screw.
6. The gage should pass between the foam pad and the magnet
The flat side of the D-roll is down when the feed is latched.
pole piece with moderate resistance.
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Printhead Skew - Level 1

1. Loosen the mounting screws [A].
2. Pivot the printhead around the shoulder screw [B] until the skew marks on the printout are parallel to the top edge of the paper. Use Print Test 1 or Quick Test to check this. Rotating the printhead clockwise will lower the left skew adjustment point on the test print.
3. Tighten the screws.
4. Install the top cover and print another page to verify the adjustment.
B
Skew Adjustment Points
A
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Printhead Skew - Level 2

1. Remove the top cover.
2. Loosen the screws [A].
3. Run Print Test 1 or the Quick Test on the Diagnostics Menu.
4. Move the pointer [B] to eliminate the skew. Moving the pointer toward the left raises the left adjustment point on the printout.
5. Tighten the screws, and verify the adjustment.
A
B
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Print Registration Adjustment

Use Print Test 1 or the Quick Test to evaluate print registration. Adjust the registration so the tips of the diamonds are at the top and bottom edges of the page and the printout is centered left to right. Verify that the to Top Margin is correct before adjusting the Bottom Margin.
1. Enter Diagnostics mode.
2. Select [Print Registration].
3. Select one of the following: [Left Margin], [Top Margin], or [Bottom Margin].
4. The value of the margin you selected is shown.
5.
Left Margin:
Changing the number by one moves the margin 1/75 inches. Moving the number in a positive direction moves the margin toward the right and negative moves the margin to the left.
6.
Top Margin:
Changing the number by one moves the margin by 1/75 inches. Moving the number in a positive direction moves the margin down the page and widens the top margin. Moving the number in a negative direction moves the text up the page and narrows the top margin.
7.
Bottom Margin:
Moving the number in a positive direction moves the margin down and narrows the bottom margin. Moving the number in a negative direction moves the te xt up the page and leav es a wider bottom margin.
8. Select [+] to move the number in a positive direction.
9. Select [-] to move the number in a negative direction.
10. Select [Print Test 1], or [Quick Test] to check your settings.
11. Select [Tray 1], or [Tray 2].
12. Select [Single], or [Continuous].
13. Select [SAVE] to save your settings when they are correct.
14. Press Return to return to the Diagnostics menu.
This margin can be set between -23 and +23.
This margin can be set between -20 and +20.
This margin can be set between -7 and +7.
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Removals

When there is artwork to support a procedure, it follows the text.
Covers Right Cover Removal
1. Turn the printer off.
2. Remove all external trays.
3. Open the top cover.
4. Swing the cover open.
5. Remove the E-clip from the rear piv ot pin and lift the cover off the rear pivot pin.

Front Cover Removal

1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the paper tray.
3. Open the top cover.
4. Open the right cover.
5. Remove the Duplex mounting slot covers.
6. Release the latches [B]. You can reach the lower latches through the paper tray opening.
7. Pull the front cover forward, then move the cover to the right to separate the on/off switch linkage [D].
8. Disconnect the ground strap from the frame on the left side.
9. Remove the front exit deflector switch.
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Left Cover Removal

1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Open the top cover and remove the print cartridge.
3. Remove the front cover.
4. Locate the latch [A] and push the end to the rear to release it.
5. Push the top of the cover to the left.
6. Remove the cover by sliding it to the rear of the machine.

Top Cover Removal

1. Remove the top cover screws [C].
2. Lift the rear of the cover first, then the front, and lift the cover off .
3. Rest the cover on the machine and disconnect the operator panel cable and the ground wire.
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Transfer Roll Removal

1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the print cartridge.
3. Remove the bearing cover from the left side of the transfer roll:
Note:
Do not touch the transfer roll surface.
Support the left bearing cover from the front with your left
hand.
Use a small screwdriver to push the rear latch forward and
release the bearing cover. This exposes the bearing on the end of the transfer roll.
4. Grasp the bearing on the end of the transfer roll. Lift slightly and move it to the left until the right end of the transfer roll shaft slides out of the right side bearing.
5. Remove the transfer roll.
6. Lift the right bearing straight up and out of the machine.
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D-roll Assembly Removal

1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the paper tray.
Note:
easier to see the parts.
3. Remove the print cartridge.
4. Remove the fuser input guide.
5. Remove the transfer roll housing assembly.
6. Move your finger down off the end of the shaft to the latch
7. Push the latch down (away from the shaft) and slide the D-roll to
Note:
certain the roll is in place by pulling toward the left without pushing the latch.
Note:
pulling it firmly to the left. The D-roll without a latch is intended to be installed only once; if it is removed for any reason it should be replaced with a new one. The new D-roll may take considerable force to install.
The following 3 steps are not necessary, but may make it
located above the flat part of the D-roll.
the left, off the shaft.
There is no positive detent when replacing the D-roll. Make
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Drive Motor Removal

1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the system board.
3. Remove the system board inner EMC shield.
4. Remove the fuser input guide [A].
5. Remove the transfer housing assembly.
6. Remove the gear cover by releasing the rear latch and lifting up.
7. Remove scre w [C] and the grounding clip (this clip is not present on all machines).
8. Remove the motor mounting nuts [B] and screws.
9. Work the motor out of the machine.
10P: Do not remove the motor from the gear bracket assemb ly; the y are not available separately.
Installing the motor: If the motor has been removed from the gear bracket assembly, you must use the gear retaining plate as a tem­plate to be sure the motor pinion is correctly positioned to gear 4. Install the gear retaining plate to the gear bracket assembly and tighten the nuts. Install the motor to the assembly and tighten the screws. Remove the gear retaining plate from the assembly and install the motor in the printer.
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Fan/Redrive Removal

1. Open the top cover.
2. Remove the print cartridge.
3. Remove the top cover.
4. Remove the lower redrive shaft by disengaging the right end to the rear of the machine.
5. Disconnect the long redrive belt [A] and slip it off the lower shaft.
6. Remove the redrive assembly screws [D].
7. Remove the plenum assembly and screws [B].
8. Unplug the fan cable. The fan [C] can now be removed from the plenum assembly.
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B
A
C
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Fuser Removal

Note:
careful when you remove or replace the fuser unit.
CAUTION:
150°-230° C (302°- 446° F). USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN REMOVING THIS UNIT. BEFORE YOU SERVICE THIS UNIT, ALLOW THE MACHINE TO COOL FOR 5 MINUTES.
1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the printer cartridge.
3. Disconnect the exit sensor cable from the fuser through the
4. Unsnap the front cover from the right side frame.
5. Remove the fuser cover.
6. Disconnect the power wires [A] from the left side of the fuser.
7. Remove the fuser input guide.
8. Completely loosen the four fuser mounting screws.
9. Lift the fuser out of the machine.
The heater lamp is fragile and may be damaged if you are not
THE TEMPERATURE OF THE HOT ROLLER IS
opening for the paper output.

Fuser Input Guide Removal

1. Remove the fuser input guide [B] by lifting the rear end of the guide and unsnapping both sides from the fuser.
2. Lift the fuser input guide upward at both sides near the fuser and slide the guide toward the rear of the machine to release.
3. Lift the guide out of the machine.
4. Clean the fuser input guide before installing it.
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Fuser Lamp Removal

CAUTION:
150°-230° C (302°-446° F). USE EXTREME CAUTION WHEN REMOVING THIS UNIT. BEFORE YOU SERVICE THIS UNIT, ALLOW THE MACHINE TO COOL FOR 5 MINUTES.
Note:
your hands; skin oils and acids can reduce the life of the heater lamp. Use a soft cloth to handle the heater lamp at all times if the lamp is to be reinserted.
1. Remove the fuser.
2. Remove the right lamp bracket [A].
3. Carefully pull the lamp [B] out to the right, using a soft cloth if the lamp is to be reinserted.
THE TEMPERATURE OF THE HOT ROLLER IS
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Fuser Solenoid Removal

1. Remove the fuser.
2. Remove the two mounting screws [A] holding the solenoid housing to the fuser housing.
3. Disengage the solenoid bracket from the plunger.
Note:
solenoid must be adjusted.
When a new solenoid assembly is installed, the fuser
A
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Fuser Thermistor Removal

1. Disconnect the thermistor cable connector [A] from the exit sensor card.
2. Remove the fuser cover and wiper.
3. Remove the tape holding the thermistor cable to the shroud.
4. Squeeze the thermistor bracket tabs [B] and remove the thermistor from the shroud.
5. Remove the thermistor cable from the guide clips on the right of the fuser to remove the thermistor.
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HVPS Removal

1. Unplug the power cord.
2. Remove the left cover
3. Remove the fuser input guide.
4. Remove the transfer roll housing.
5. Remove the fuser cover.
6. Disconnect the cable from the HVPS connector.
7. Remove the power switch rod.
8. Remove the ground screw [B].
9. Remove the mounting screws [C].
10. Pull the ground strap through the hole [D].
11. The power supply is held in place by two latches on the left side. To release the latches:
Push one latch [E] in and raise one of the studs [F] to release
the latch.
Push the other latch [
release the latch.
12. Lift the power supply until the studs [F] align with the large openings, then move the power supply to the right to release it from the frame.
13. Move the front of the power supply to the right (to clear the fuser power wires).
14. Tilt the front of the power supply up and lift it out of the machine
] in and raise the other stud [F] to
E
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C
F
D
F
E
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Input Sensor Removal

1. Remove the fuser input guide [A].
2. Remove the transfer roll housing.
3. Remove the D-roll.
4. Disconnect the system cable from the input sensor board.
Note:
sensor.
5. Release latch [B] and pull the sensor down and forward to get it out of its mounting.
6. Disconnect the toner sensor cable from the board.
7. Remove the sensor board.
Use care, the flag can be damaged while removing the
A
B
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Lower Frame Assembly Removal

1. Remove the right, front, and left covers
2. Remove the LVPS and the rod for the on/off switch.
3. Remove gear cover and the fuser input guide [A].
4. Remove the transfer roll housing.
5. Disconnect the cable from the HVPS.
6. Remove the system board and the inner EMC shield.
7. Disengage the upper frame cables from the guide in the paper feed side frame.
8. Remove the screws [B].
9. Remove the fuser cover.
10. Unplug the fuser wires [C] and push them below the HVPS.
11. Unplug the paper size switch cable.
12. Lift the lower frame assembly straight up to separate it from the paper feed assembly.
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LVPS Removal

1. Disconnect the power cord.
2. Remove all external feed trays.
3. Remove the left and right side covers.
4. (10P and 16L) remove the system board and the inner EMC shield.
5. Remove the left and right LVPS mounting screws.
6. Disconnect the fuser connector [A].
7. Lift the supply up and then toward the right side frame to disconnect the On/Off switch linkage.
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LVPS Cover Removal

1. Form tabs [D] away from the power supply to create clearance for tabs [A] to move downward.
2. Release the top latches [A].
3. Release the side latches [B].
4. Release the bottom latches [C].
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Operator Panel Removal

1. Remove the top cover.
2. Disconnect the operator panel cable.
3. Remove the operator panel mounting screws from the inside of the top cover.

Option Card Removal

1. Remove all external trays.
2. Open the top cover.
3. Open the right cover.
4. Remove the outer EMC shield.
5. Remove cable and mounting screws as required.
6. Pop the card off the plastic standoffs.
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Exit Sensor Removal

1. Remove the front cover.
2. Disconnect the fuser/sensor cable.
3. Disconnect the thermistor cable.
4. Disconnect the fuser solenoid cable. This cable is not present in all models.
5. Release the latches [A].
6. Pull the sensor down to remove it.
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Paper Feed Magnet Assembly Removal

1. Remove the print cartridge.
2. Remove the right cover.
3. Remove the system board.
4. Remove the inner EMC shield.
5. Locate the paper feed magnet mounting screw [B] (visible through the right side frame [A]).
6. Remove the mounting screw [B].
7. Remove the paper f eed magnet assembly from the rear (slip the connector under the right frame).
A
B
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