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... OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1-1 ABOUT THE GUIDEBOOKS 1-1 Finding Out How to Use the Printer 1-1 ABOUT YOUR PRINTER 1-2 Printer Overview...1-2 System Requirements in Brother Printing Solution for Windows 1-3 Features...1-3 OPERATING AND STORAGE ENVIRONMENT 1-7 Power Supply...1- 7 Environment... ...3-1 Ready (Paper) Lamp ...3-1 Data (Toner) Lamp ...3-2 Drum Lamp...3- 2 Alarm Lamp...3- 2 Switch ...3-3 Other Control Features 3-3 Sleep Mode ...3-3 Test Print Mode ...3-4 CHAPTER 4 OPTIONS 4-1 SERIAL INTERFACE BOARD RS-100M (HL-1040/1050 Only 4-1 Selecting the RS-422A (Apple) or RS-232C...
... OF CONTENTS CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION 1-1 ABOUT THE GUIDEBOOKS 1-1 Finding Out How to Use the Printer 1-1 ABOUT YOUR PRINTER 1-2 Printer Overview...1-2 System Requirements in Brother Printing Solution for Windows 1-3 Features...1-3 OPERATING AND STORAGE ENVIRONMENT 1-7 Power Supply...1- 7 Environment... ...3-1 Ready (Paper) Lamp ...3-1 Data (Toner) Lamp ...3-2 Drum Lamp...3- 2 Alarm Lamp...3- 2 Switch ...3-3 Other Control Features 3-3 Sleep Mode ...3-3 Test Print Mode ...3-4 CHAPTER 4 OPTIONS 4-1 SERIAL INTERFACE BOARD RS-100M (HL-1040/1050 Only 4-1 Selecting the RS-422A (Apple) or RS-232C...
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... TONER CARTRIDGE 5-1 REPLACING THE DRUM UNIT 5-7 CLEANING THE PRINTER 5-11 Cleaning the Printer Exterior 5-11 Cleaning the Printer Interior and Drum Unit 5-12 RE-PACKING THE PRINTER 5-15 CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING 6-1 ALARM INDICATIONS AT A GLANCE 6-1 Operator Calls...6-1 Service Calls ...6-4 PAPER JAMS...6-5 Q & A ...6-8 Setting Up the Printer Hardware 6-8 Setting Up the Printer for Windows 6-8 Setting Up the Printer for DOS 6-10 Setting...
... TONER CARTRIDGE 5-1 REPLACING THE DRUM UNIT 5-7 CLEANING THE PRINTER 5-11 Cleaning the Printer Exterior 5-11 Cleaning the Printer Interior and Drum Unit 5-12 RE-PACKING THE PRINTER 5-15 CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING 6-1 ALARM INDICATIONS AT A GLANCE 6-1 Operator Calls...6-1 Service Calls ...6-4 PAPER JAMS...6-5 Q & A ...6-8 Setting Up the Printer Hardware 6-8 Setting Up the Printer for Windows 6-8 Setting Up the Printer for DOS 6-10 Setting...
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...you must be adequately insured with the carrier. The Printer should also be removed from the printer. Shipment of the paper tray from the Printer and placed in Chapter 5. Failure to the Printer and will VOID THE WARRANTY. 1 Remove the drum unit. 2 Place it in the plastic bag during... transit. Re-pack the printer. Warning When shipping the Printer, the DRUM UNIT assembly including the TONER CARTRIDGE must ship your Printer, carefully package the Printer to avoid any damage during shipping will cause severe damage to remove and place ...
...you must be adequately insured with the carrier. The Printer should also be removed from the printer. Shipment of the paper tray from the Printer and placed in Chapter 5. Failure to the Printer and will VOID THE WARRANTY. 1 Remove the drum unit. 2 Place it in the plastic bag during... transit. Re-pack the printer. Warning When shipping the Printer, the DRUM UNIT assembly including the TONER CARTRIDGE must ship your Printer, carefully package the Printer to avoid any damage during shipping will cause severe damage to remove and place ...
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Sleep Mode (Power Save Mode) When the printer is useful to replace only the toner cartridge after approximately 2,400 ...must be replaced after 1,000 pages.) The actual number of time, sleep mode automatically reduces power consumption. The printer consumes less than 13 W when in sleep mode. Environment-Friendly Economy Printing Mode This feature will cut your average...toner cartridge is separate from two economy modes-25% toner saving and 50% toner saving-through the Windows printer driver supplied with each toner cartridge may vary depending on your printing cost by saving toner. It is ...
Sleep Mode (Power Save Mode) When the printer is useful to replace only the toner cartridge after approximately 2,400 ...must be replaced after 1,000 pages.) The actual number of time, sleep mode automatically reduces power consumption. The printer consumes less than 13 W when in sleep mode. Environment-Friendly Economy Printing Mode This feature will cut your average...toner cartridge is separate from two economy modes-25% toner saving and 50% toner saving-through the Windows printer driver supplied with each toner cartridge may vary depending on your printing cost by saving toner. It is ...
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You can use long-grained paper for optimum printing. Make sure to the printer drum unit. printing of paper, especially plain paper and transparencies, for the best print quality. Avoid using preprinted or highly textured paper. Use a recommended type of ... printing. For more information on this printer. Use neutral paper. Do not use the manual feed slot and try again. Using paper with the following usage. Avoid using coated paper, such as vinyl coated paper. The print quality might be degraded or the life of drum unit might be damaged. If you...
You can use long-grained paper for optimum printing. Make sure to the printer drum unit. printing of paper, especially plain paper and transparencies, for the best print quality. Avoid using preprinted or highly textured paper. Use a recommended type of ... printing. For more information on this printer. Use neutral paper. Do not use the manual feed slot and try again. Using paper with the following usage. Avoid using coated paper, such as vinyl coated paper. The print quality might be degraded or the life of drum unit might be damaged. If you...
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...the Paper lamp with the Alarm lamp. The printer is warming up automatically when it will wake up . (Blinking at 1 second intervals) Blinking On The printer is cooling down and stops printing until the printers internal temperature lowers. (Blinking at 2 seconds intervals) The printer is in sleep mode, all lamps including the... This section refers to the following lamps and switch on Control Panel Note When the power switch is off or the printer is in sleep mode, it receives data or you press the control panel switch. Drum Alarm PaRpeeardy ToDnaetra Fig. 3-1 Lamps and Switch on the...
...the Paper lamp with the Alarm lamp. The printer is warming up automatically when it will wake up . (Blinking at 1 second intervals) Blinking On The printer is cooling down and stops printing until the printers internal temperature lowers. (Blinking at 2 seconds intervals) The printer is in sleep mode, all lamps including the... This section refers to the following lamps and switch on Control Panel Note When the power switch is off or the printer is in sleep mode, it receives data or you press the control panel switch. Drum Alarm PaRpeeardy ToDnaetra Fig. 3-1 Lamps and Switch on the...
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...CARTRIDGE" in Chapter 5 and "Operator Calls" in Chapter 5. Lamp Off Printer status The drum unit can be used to print the remaining data. Installing a new drum unit turns off this lamp. They blink simultaneously to indicate a printer error status such as the Toner lamp with another lamp or by printing ... See "ALARM INDICATIONS AT A GLANCE" in the printer memory. USER'S GUIDE Data (Toner) Lamp The Data lamp indicates the current status of its life. Note The Ready, Data and Drum lamps are used . Drum Lamp The Drum lamp indicates the drum unit is nearly at the end of the print ...
...CARTRIDGE" in Chapter 5 and "Operator Calls" in Chapter 5. Lamp Off Printer status The drum unit can be used to print the remaining data. Installing a new drum unit turns off this lamp. They blink simultaneously to indicate a printer error status such as the Toner lamp with another lamp or by printing ... See "ALARM INDICATIONS AT A GLANCE" in the printer memory. USER'S GUIDE Data (Toner) Lamp The Data lamp indicates the current status of its life. Note The Ready, Data and Drum lamps are used . Drum Lamp The Drum lamp indicates the drum unit is nearly at the end of the print ...
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Follow these steps: 1. The Drum lamp lights to indicate that the printer is closed. 2. The printer returns to execute the test print or hold down the switch and turn off the printer. (HL-1040/1050 only) 3-4 The printer prints the current configuration of the printer and a list of the internal fonts. Make sure that you can print data as follows...
Follow these steps: 1. The Drum lamp lights to indicate that the printer is closed. 2. The printer returns to execute the test print or hold down the switch and turn off the printer. (HL-1040/1050 only) 3-4 The printer prints the current configuration of the printer and a list of the internal fonts. Make sure that you can print data as follows...
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... approximately 2,400 pages (5% coverage: A4/Letter) with a starter toner cartridge which must be replaced after the first toner low indication. Drum Alarm PaRpeeardy ToDnaetra Fig. 5-1 Toner Low and Empty Indication ! Initially, some models are not sure of the cartridge. Discard the used...once every 5 seconds to local regulations. When the toner cartridge is recommended that toner powder does not spill out of them, consult your printer cannot resume printing until you replace the toner cartridge. Be sure to indicate that you always keep a new toner cartridge ready for use...
... approximately 2,400 pages (5% coverage: A4/Letter) with a starter toner cartridge which must be replaced after the first toner low indication. Drum Alarm PaRpeeardy ToDnaetra Fig. 5-1 Toner Low and Empty Indication ! Initially, some models are not sure of the cartridge. Discard the used...once every 5 seconds to local regulations. When the toner cartridge is recommended that toner powder does not spill out of them, consult your printer cannot resume printing until you replace the toner cartridge. Be sure to indicate that you always keep a new toner cartridge ready for use...
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USER'S GUIDE ! Caution Keep the drum unit level after removing the toner cartridge, to replace the toner cartridge: 1. Remove the drum unit by holding each side of accidental toner spill or scatter. 5-2 Follow these steps to avoid possible toner spill or scatter. Fig. 5-2 Removing the Drum Unit Note It is recommended to put the drum unit on a piece of disposable paper or cloth in case of the drum and gently lifting the drum forwards towards you . Open the top cover towards you .
USER'S GUIDE ! Caution Keep the drum unit level after removing the toner cartridge, to replace the toner cartridge: 1. Remove the drum unit by holding each side of accidental toner spill or scatter. 5-2 Follow these steps to avoid possible toner spill or scatter. Fig. 5-2 Removing the Drum Unit Note It is recommended to put the drum unit on a piece of disposable paper or cloth in case of the drum and gently lifting the drum forwards towards you . Open the top cover towards you .
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... cartridge could void your hands or clothes, wipe or wash it out gently. You can only use a Brother genuine toner cartridge (TN-300 series) which is shortened. If toner scatters on your printer's warranty. Caution Only unpack the toner cartridge immediately before installing it five or six times and then remove... the protective part. ! Fig. 5-6 Shaking the Toner Cartridge and Remove the Protective Part 5-4 Unpack the new toner cartridge, gently shake it into the printer. Remove the old toner cartridge from the drum unit by pulling it off with cold water immediately. 4.
... cartridge could void your hands or clothes, wipe or wash it out gently. You can only use a Brother genuine toner cartridge (TN-300 series) which is shortened. If toner scatters on your printer's warranty. Caution Only unpack the toner cartridge immediately before installing it five or six times and then remove... the protective part. ! Fig. 5-6 Shaking the Toner Cartridge and Remove the Protective Part 5-4 Unpack the new toner cartridge, gently shake it into the printer. Remove the old toner cartridge from the drum unit by pulling it off with cold water immediately. 4.
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Fig. 5-7 Installing the Toner Cartridge into the right hand side of the drum unit. Gently turn the lever on the toner cartridge backward until it stops. Install the new toner cartridge into the Drum Unit 6. Turn the drum unit upside down gently. 5-5 Fig. 5-8 Turning the Lever to ensure that the toner cartridge guide bar is exactly aligned with the guide slot in the drum unit and pushed fully home into the drum unit to Open the Shutter 7. Make sure that the toner cartridge and the drum unit fit together correctly. CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANCE 5.
Fig. 5-7 Installing the Toner Cartridge into the right hand side of the drum unit. Gently turn the lever on the toner cartridge backward until it stops. Install the new toner cartridge into the Drum Unit 6. Turn the drum unit upside down gently. 5-5 Fig. 5-8 Turning the Lever to ensure that the toner cartridge guide bar is exactly aligned with the guide slot in the drum unit and pushed fully home into the drum unit to Open the Shutter 7. Make sure that the toner cartridge and the drum unit fit together correctly. CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANCE 5.
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Re-install the drum unit into the printer and close the top cover. Home Position ( ) Fig. 5-9 Cleaning the Primary Corona Wire 9. Fig. 5-10 Close the top cover 5-6 USER'S GUIDE 8. Clean the primary corona wire inside the drum unit by gently sliding the blue tab to the right and left several times.
Re-install the drum unit into the printer and close the top cover. Home Position ( ) Fig. 5-9 Cleaning the Primary Corona Wire 9. Fig. 5-10 Close the top cover 5-6 USER'S GUIDE 8. Clean the primary corona wire inside the drum unit by gently sliding the blue tab to the right and left several times.
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...it may be replaced. Note The drum unit is a consumable, and it is on, you use only genuine Brother toner, and the product should only be printed by your drum will be used in this chapter. CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE DRUM UNIT The printer uses a drum unit to create the print images... on , it indicates the drum unit is nearly at the end...
...it may be replaced. Note The drum unit is a consumable, and it is on, you use only genuine Brother toner, and the product should only be printed by your drum will be used in this chapter. CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE DRUM UNIT The printer uses a drum unit to create the print images... on , it indicates the drum unit is nearly at the end...
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Note Discard the used drum unit according to replace the drum unit: 1. Be sure to put the drum unit on a piece of disposable paper or cloth in the following illustration. Do not discard used the printer, some internal parts of the printer, never touch the shaded parts shown in case of the unit. It... is recommended to seal up the drum unit tightly so that toner powder does not spill out of accidental toner...
Note Discard the used drum unit according to replace the drum unit: 1. Be sure to put the drum unit on a piece of disposable paper or cloth in the following illustration. Do not discard used the printer, some internal parts of the printer, never touch the shaded parts shown in case of the unit. It... is recommended to seal up the drum unit tightly so that toner powder does not spill out of accidental toner...
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Fig. 5-15 Shaking the Drum Unit ! If an unpacked drum unit is subjected to excessive direct sunlight or room light, the unit may be damaged. Starter Sheet Fig. 5-16 Do Not Remove the Starter Sheet Only unpack a drum unit immediately before installing it five or six times horizontally. ...Caution Do not remove the starter sheet. Unpack the drum unit and gently shake it into the printer. If toner scatters and your hands or clothes get dirty, wipe or wash it contains toner. CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANCE Fig. 5-14 Removing...
Fig. 5-15 Shaking the Drum Unit ! If an unpacked drum unit is subjected to excessive direct sunlight or room light, the unit may be damaged. Starter Sheet Fig. 5-16 Do Not Remove the Starter Sheet Only unpack a drum unit immediately before installing it five or six times horizontally. ...Caution Do not remove the starter sheet. Unpack the drum unit and gently shake it into the printer. If toner scatters and your hands or clothes get dirty, wipe or wash it contains toner. CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANCE Fig. 5-14 Removing...
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Close the top cover. 7. For more information, see "REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGE" in this sheet resets the drum life alarm. Install the new drum unit into the new drum unit. Fig. 5-17 Installing the Drum Unit 6. The printer automatically ejects the starter sheet. Starter Sheet Fig. 5-18 Ejecting the Starter Sheet 5-10 USER'S GUIDE 4. Ejecting this chapter. 5. Install the toner cartridge into the printer.
Close the top cover. 7. For more information, see "REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGE" in this sheet resets the drum life alarm. Install the new drum unit into the new drum unit. Fig. 5-17 Installing the Drum Unit 6. The printer automatically ejects the starter sheet. Starter Sheet Fig. 5-18 Ejecting the Starter Sheet 5-10 USER'S GUIDE 4. Ejecting this chapter. 5. Install the toner cartridge into the printer.
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... Turning off the Switch and Unplugging 2. If printed pages get stained with volatile liquids such as follows: 1. Before cleaning the printer, make sure to turn off the power switch and unplug the power cord. Caution Use water or neutral detergents for cleaning. ... the power switch and unplug the power cord from the printer exterior and feeder with a cloth. 5. Warning There are high voltage electrodes inside the printer. Cleaning with toner, clean the printer interior and drum unit. CLEANING THE PRINTER CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANCE Clean the printer exterior and interior periodically.
... Turning off the Switch and Unplugging 2. If printed pages get stained with volatile liquids such as follows: 1. Before cleaning the printer, make sure to turn off the power switch and unplug the power cord. Caution Use water or neutral detergents for cleaning. ... the power switch and unplug the power cord from the printer exterior and feeder with a cloth. 5. Warning There are high voltage electrodes inside the printer. Cleaning with toner, clean the printer interior and drum unit. CLEANING THE PRINTER CHAPTER 5 MAINTENANCE Clean the printer exterior and interior periodically.
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... and unplug the power cord from the outlet. When you have just used the printer, some internal parts of the printer, never touch the shaded parts shown in the following illustration. Before cleaning the printer, make sure to turn off the Switch and Unplugging 2. High Temperature Fig. 5-... you open the top cover of the printer are high voltage electrodes inside the printer. Open the top cover of the printer and put it aside. USER'S GUIDE Cleaning the Printer Interior and Drum Unit Clean the printer interior and the drum unit as follows: 1. Take the drum unit out of the...
... and unplug the power cord from the outlet. When you have just used the printer, some internal parts of the printer, never touch the shaded parts shown in the following illustration. Before cleaning the printer, make sure to turn off the Switch and Unplugging 2. High Temperature Fig. 5-... you open the top cover of the printer are high voltage electrodes inside the printer. Open the top cover of the printer and put it aside. USER'S GUIDE Cleaning the Printer Interior and Drum Unit Clean the printer interior and the drum unit as follows: 1. Take the drum unit out of the...
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USER'S GUIDE 4. Note It is recommended to put the drum unit on a piece of disposable paper or cloth in case of accidental toner spill or scatter. 5-14 Scanner Window Fig. 5-22 Cleaning the Scanner Window ! ...Do not wipe the scanner window with your hands or cloths get dirty, wipe or wash it contains toner. Turn the drum unit upside down carefully. ! Caution Do not touch the scanner window with cleaning alcohol (isopropyl). 5. Gently wipe the scanner window with cold water immediately. If...
USER'S GUIDE 4. Note It is recommended to put the drum unit on a piece of disposable paper or cloth in case of accidental toner spill or scatter. 5-14 Scanner Window Fig. 5-22 Cleaning the Scanner Window ! ...Do not wipe the scanner window with your hands or cloths get dirty, wipe or wash it contains toner. Turn the drum unit upside down carefully. ! Caution Do not touch the scanner window with cleaning alcohol (isopropyl). 5. Gently wipe the scanner window with cold water immediately. If...