Setup Sheet
Page 2
Refer to the publications CD for a Class B device in Part 15 of tai lub LASER PRINTER Federal Communications Commission (FCC) information This device complies with the limits for more compliance information. 10 or ou o oder eller of the FCC rules.
Refer to the publications CD for a Class B device in Part 15 of tai lub LASER PRINTER Federal Communications Commission (FCC) information This device complies with the limits for more compliance information. 10 or ou o oder eller of the FCC rules.
Quick Reference
Page 1
...Warning: Do not force the print media into the printer. • Hold transparencies by flexing or fanning it automatically engages. P/N 28S1821 E.C. 28S014 *28S1821* Printed in . The top edge of the sheet with the stamp area as shown. © 2005 Lexmark International, Inc., All rights reserved. Overloading may cause... and potential jams. This is ready for help prevent jams: • Flex all media is sent to the output bin on the printer operator panel to use determines which tray or feeder it is especially useful for 20 lb print media, unless otherwise noted. 2 Universal ...
...Warning: Do not force the print media into the printer. • Hold transparencies by flexing or fanning it automatically engages. P/N 28S1821 E.C. 28S014 *28S1821* Printed in . The top edge of the sheet with the stamp area as shown. © 2005 Lexmark International, Inc., All rights reserved. Overloading may cause... and potential jams. This is ready for help prevent jams: • Flex all media is sent to the output bin on the printer operator panel to use determines which tray or feeder it is especially useful for 20 lb print media, unless otherwise noted. 2 Universal ...
Quick Reference
Page 2
... more detailed information about network printing. We recommend that you have cleared the jams, reinstall the print cartridge assembly, make sure all printer covers and trays are off, on , a secondary error has occurred. The Continue button also has a light. Common operator panel ...Cancel the job currently printing. If you need more information. Common operator panel light sequences Paper jam secondary error codes* Continue Cancel Printer Condition Ready Toner Low / Replace PC Kit Load Paper Paper Jam Error Press and release Continue Continue twice quickly Cancel To Resume...
... more detailed information about network printing. We recommend that you have cleared the jams, reinstall the print cartridge assembly, make sure all printer covers and trays are off, on , a secondary error has occurred. The Continue button also has a light. Common operator panel ...Cancel the job currently printing. If you need more information. Common operator panel light sequences Paper jam secondary error codes* Continue Cancel Printer Condition Ready Toner Low / Replace PC Kit Load Paper Paper Jam Error Press and release Continue Continue twice quickly Cancel To Resume...
User's Guide
Page 2
... All rights reserved. PictureGrade is a registered trademark of Lexmark International, Inc. This printer is not intended to state or imply that only that the printer emulates the functions corresponding to Lexmark International, Inc., Department F95/032-2, 740 West New Circle...set of purchase. PostScript 3 is a registered trademark of printer commands (language) and functions included in later editions. This means the printer recognizes PostScript 3 commands used instead. Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are commercial computer software and documentation developed ...
... All rights reserved. PictureGrade is a registered trademark of Lexmark International, Inc. This printer is not intended to state or imply that only that the printer emulates the functions corresponding to Lexmark International, Inc., Department F95/032-2, 740 West New Circle...set of purchase. PostScript 3 is a registered trademark of printer commands (language) and functions included in later editions. This means the printer recognizes PostScript 3 commands used instead. Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are commercial computer software and documentation developed ...
User's Guide
Page 3
... the approval number NS/G/1234/J/100003 for additional details. Electronic emission notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance information statement The Lexmark E238, Machine Type 4511, has been tested and found to Part 15 of FCC regulations. 3 If this equipment. However, ... can be obvious. Conventions Note: A note identifies something that is connected. • Consult your printer and click Contact Lexmark. Safety information The Lexmark modified third-party software covered by one or more of purchase or service representative for selecting print media...
... the approval number NS/G/1234/J/100003 for additional details. Electronic emission notices Federal Communications Commission (FCC) compliance information statement The Lexmark E238, Machine Type 4511, has been tested and found to Part 15 of FCC regulations. 3 If this equipment. However, ... can be obvious. Conventions Note: A note identifies something that is connected. • Consult your printer and click Contact Lexmark. Safety information The Lexmark modified third-party software covered by one or more of purchase or service representative for selecting print media...
User's Guide
Page 4
... product, the accompanying statement is applicable. Companies participating in countries of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Lexmark International, Inc. WEEE If this program. Printer energy consumption The following measurements were made in accordance with ISO 7779 and reported in conformance with office equipment manufacturers to electromagnetic...
... product, the accompanying statement is applicable. Companies participating in countries of the Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment Regulations. As an ENERGY STAR Partner, Lexmark International, Inc. WEEE If this program. Printer energy consumption The following measurements were made in accordance with ISO 7779 and reported in conformance with office equipment manufacturers to electromagnetic...
User's Guide
Page 5
... to a high value maintains a fast response, but may increase the response time of the printer. To obtain warranty service you present for the Lexmark E238. Remote technical support is available to the EPA Sleep Mode. The Power Saver Mode saves energy... consumption during the warranty period, contact a Remarketer or Lexmark for resale, from Lexmark or a Lexmark Remarketer, referred to , a product in warranty service, damaged beyond the limit of its original contents, are substantially consumed when the printer displays a "Life Warning" or "Scheduled Maintenance" message...
... to a high value maintains a fast response, but may increase the response time of the printer. To obtain warranty service you present for the Lexmark E238. Remote technical support is available to the EPA Sleep Mode. The Power Saver Mode saves energy... consumption during the warranty period, contact a Remarketer or Lexmark for resale, from Lexmark or a Lexmark Remarketer, referred to , a product in warranty service, damaged beyond the limit of its original contents, are substantially consumed when the printer displays a "Life Warning" or "Scheduled Maintenance" message...
User's Guide
Page 7
... 2: Installing software for local printing 12 Before installing printer software 12 Windows ...12 Installing printer software using the drivers CD 12 Installing printer software through the Add Printer Wizard 12 Installing optional printer software 13 Macintosh ...13 Creating a queue in Print Center / Printer Setup Utility (Mac OS X 13 UNIX/Linux ...... and tips 16 What types of print media can be loaded 16 Where can print media be loaded in the printer 17 Tips on choosing the right print media 18 Paper ...18 Preprinted forms and letterhead 18 Transparencies ...18 Envelopes ...18 7
... 2: Installing software for local printing 12 Before installing printer software 12 Windows ...12 Installing printer software using the drivers CD 12 Installing printer software through the Add Printer Wizard 12 Installing optional printer software 13 Macintosh ...13 Creating a queue in Print Center / Printer Setup Utility (Mac OS X 13 UNIX/Linux ...... and tips 16 What types of print media can be loaded 16 Where can print media be loaded in the printer 17 Tips on choosing the right print media 18 Paper ...18 Preprinted forms and letterhead 18 Transparencies ...18 Envelopes ...18 7
User's Guide
Page 8
... 38 How to print using an overlay or a watermark 38 Using an overlay ...38 Using a watermark 39 How to cancel a print job 40 From the printer operator panel 40 From a Windows computer 40 Canceling a job from a Macintosh computer 40 Chapter 5: How to install options 41 How to access the system board...
... 38 How to print using an overlay or a watermark 38 Using an overlay ...38 Using a watermark 39 How to cancel a print job 40 From the printer operator panel 40 From a Windows computer 40 Canceling a job from a Macintosh computer 40 Chapter 5: How to install options 41 How to access the system board...
User's Guide
Page 9
... Chapter 8: Software tasks 73 How to print the menu settings page 73 How to print a test page 73 Windows ...73 Using the Local Printer Setup Utility 74 Chapter 9: Supplies information 75 What supplies do I need and how do I order them 75 Storing supplies ...75 How to ...new supplies 76 Checking the toner and photoconductor levels 76 Recognizing the operator panel light sequences 77 How to change a toner cartridge 78 Recycling Lexmark products 81 How to change a photoconductor kit 82 Chapter 10: Troubleshooting 85 General problems ...85 Print quality problems ...87 How to clean...
... Chapter 8: Software tasks 73 How to print the menu settings page 73 How to print a test page 73 Windows ...73 Using the Local Printer Setup Utility 74 Chapter 9: Supplies information 75 What supplies do I need and how do I order them 75 Storing supplies ...75 How to ...new supplies 76 Checking the toner and photoconductor levels 76 Recognizing the operator panel light sequences 77 How to change a toner cartridge 78 Recycling Lexmark products 81 How to change a photoconductor kit 82 Chapter 10: Troubleshooting 85 General problems ...85 Print quality problems ...87 How to clean...
User's Guide
Page 10
1 Printer overview 150-sheet output bin Paper support Front cover Manual feeder 250-sheet tray Operator panel Rear paper exit Power button Dust cover 10
1 Printer overview 150-sheet output bin Paper support Front cover Manual feeder 250-sheet tray Operator panel Rear paper exit Power button Dust cover 10
User's Guide
Page 11
Printer overview The operator panel has 5 lights and 2 buttons. Note: The Continue button also functions as a light. Continue Cancel Ready Toner Low / Replace PC Kit Load Paper Paper Jam Error • Press and release Continue to resume printing. • Press and release Continue twice quickly to display a secondary error code. • Press and release Cancel to cancel the job currently printing. • Press and hold Cancel until all of the lights come on to reset the printer. 11
Printer overview The operator panel has 5 lights and 2 buttons. Note: The Continue button also functions as a light. Continue Cancel Ready Toner Low / Replace PC Kit Load Paper Paper Jam Error • Press and release Continue to resume printing. • Press and release Continue twice quickly to display a secondary error code. • Press and release Cancel to cancel the job currently printing. • Press and hold Cancel until all of the lights come on to reset the printer. 11
User's Guide
Page 12
...is the letter of the CD-ROM drive. 5 Click OK. 12 Updates for the printer software may be used . Installing printer software using the drivers CD You can be available on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. If the CD does not launch automatically, click Start Æ Run, and... type D:\Setup.exe in the printers folder of the computer. Installing printer software through the Add Printer Wizard The following operating systems using a USB...
...is the letter of the CD-ROM drive. 5 Click OK. 12 Updates for the printer software may be used . Installing printer software using the drivers CD You can be available on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. If the CD does not launch automatically, click Start Æ Run, and... type D:\Setup.exe in the printers folder of the computer. Installing printer software through the Add Printer Wizard The following operating systems using a USB...
User's Guide
Page 13
... and parallel) connected printer. Use the printer driver to settings for the printer. a Insert the drivers CD. To access the Local Printer Setup Utility from your desktop, click Start Æ Programs Æ Lexmark Æ Local Printer Settings Utility. g Enter the user password, and click OK. Local Printer Settings Utility The Local Printer Settings Utility, a printer configuration utility, gives you...
... and parallel) connected printer. Use the printer driver to settings for the printer. a Insert the drivers CD. To access the Local Printer Setup Utility from your desktop, click Start Æ Programs Æ Lexmark Æ Local Printer Settings Utility. g Enter the user password, and click OK. Local Printer Settings Utility The Local Printer Settings Utility, a printer configuration utility, gives you...
User's Guide
Page 14
...package gives detailed instructions for the printer. • If the USB-attached printer does not appear in use , and click Continue. All the printer driver packages support local printing using Lexmark printers in the original Printer (USB) window. 7 In the PostScript Printer Description (PPD) File section, click...and Linux packages are installed on many UNIX and Linux platforms, such as a desktop printer. The driver package for the printer. Visit the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. d Click Continue after viewing the license agreement, and click Agree to the ...
...package gives detailed instructions for the printer. • If the USB-attached printer does not appear in use , and click Continue. All the printer driver packages support local printing using Lexmark printers in the original Printer (USB) window. 7 In the PostScript Printer Description (PPD) File section, click...and Linux packages are installed on many UNIX and Linux platforms, such as a desktop printer. The driver package for the printer. Visit the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. d Click Continue after viewing the license agreement, and click Agree to the ...
User's Guide
Page 16
... short is recommended. cards) 16 Manual feeder: 76-216 x 127-356 mm (3.0-8.5 x 5.0-14.0 in.) (includes 3 x 5 in .) - 3 Print media tasks and tips What types of your printer by properly loading the trays. Never mix media types within a tray. Tray 2: 148-216 x 210-356 mm (5.83-8.5 x 8.27-14.0 in . Tray 1: 89-216 x 210...
... short is recommended. cards) 16 Manual feeder: 76-216 x 127-356 mm (3.0-8.5 x 5.0-14.0 in.) (includes 3 x 5 in .) - 3 Print media tasks and tips What types of your printer by properly loading the trays. Never mix media types within a tray. Tray 2: 148-216 x 210-356 mm (5.83-8.5 x 8.27-14.0 in . Tray 1: 89-216 x 210...
User's Guide
Page 17
... transparency, envelope, paper label, card stock, or index card. The single-sheet rear exit provides a straight-through paper path to 150 sheets. Your printer has two standard paper sources: an automatic 250-sheet paper feeder (Tray 1) and a single-sheet manual feeder. Where can print media be loaded in... the printer? Use the manual feeder for a single piece of the printer holds up to help reduce curling and potential jams. This is especially useful for most print jobs. Use Tray 1 ...
... transparency, envelope, paper label, card stock, or index card. The single-sheet rear exit provides a straight-through paper path to 150 sheets. Your printer has two standard paper sources: an automatic 250-sheet paper feeder (Tray 1) and a single-sheet manual feeder. Where can print media be loaded in... the printer? Use the manual feeder for a single piece of the printer holds up to help reduce curling and potential jams. This is especially useful for most print jobs. Use Tray 1 ...
User's Guide
Page 18
... • Use transparencies designed specifically for letter size transparencies; The ink must be able to 24 lb bond) grain long. We recommend Lexmark laser printer transparencies: part number 70X7240 for laser printers. Use metal clasps, string ties, or metal folding bars - Paper • For the best print quality, use envelopes that are considering...
... • Use transparencies designed specifically for letter size transparencies; The ink must be able to 24 lb bond) grain long. We recommend Lexmark laser printer transparencies: part number 70X7240 for laser printers. Use metal clasps, string ties, or metal folding bars - Paper • For the best print quality, use envelopes that are considering...
User's Guide
Page 20
Preprinting introduces semi-liquid and volatile components into the printer. • Use card stock with chemicals that may release hazardous emissions when heated. • Do not use preprinted card stock manufactured with a maximum weight of ... significantly affect the print quality and cause media handling or jamming problems. • Avoid using card stock that may contaminate the printer. Storing supplies Choose a cool, clean storage area for your printer supplies. Tips on top of paper packages. Do not expose supplies to use them. Store supplies right side up in...
Preprinting introduces semi-liquid and volatile components into the printer. • Use card stock with chemicals that may release hazardous emissions when heated. • Do not use preprinted card stock manufactured with a maximum weight of ... significantly affect the print quality and cause media handling or jamming problems. • Avoid using card stock that may contaminate the printer. Storing supplies Choose a cool, clean storage area for your printer supplies. Tips on top of paper packages. Do not expose supplies to use them. Store supplies right side up in...
User's Guide
Page 21
...envelopes that: - Have postage stamps attached - The following hints can avoid most paper jams by correctly loading paper and specialty media in the printer. Wait for your printing environment. • If you need detailed information before purchasing large quantities of customized paper, See the Card Stock & ...21 Are damaged in any exposed adhesive when the flap is printing. See the Card Stock & Label Guide available on our Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com for more information about which paper provides optimum results for a Load Paper page 53) before you remove the tray. Have...
...envelopes that: - Have postage stamps attached - The following hints can avoid most paper jams by correctly loading paper and specialty media in the printer. Wait for your printing environment. • If you need detailed information before purchasing large quantities of customized paper, See the Card Stock & ...21 Are damaged in any exposed adhesive when the flap is printing. See the Card Stock & Label Guide available on our Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com for more information about which paper provides optimum results for a Load Paper page 53) before you remove the tray. Have...