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Question posted by pay958 on March 29th, 2011

My Copier Aficio Mp 171 Cant To Recognized The Toner

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Answer #1: Posted by p33mp33ui on June 10th, 2011 10:44 AM

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Check to see if the cap from the old toner is still in the toner hopper blocking any toner from reaching the PCU. that is usually the culprit

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Operating Instructions - Page 3

...how to the functions of the machine. This manual provides an introduction to replace paper, toner, staples, and other consumables. ❖ Security Reference This manual is for administrators of ...as setting user and administrator authentication. ❖ Copy/ Document Server Reference Explains Copier and Document Server functions and operations. Manuals for This Machine Refer to the manuals...

Operating Instructions - Page 76

... the address bar of the Web browser on the upper-right corner of Web Image Monitor appears. You can also check files stored under the copier, Document Server, and printer functions. 3 Important ❒ To view stored files from a client computer, the IP address of the machine must be checked also on...

Operating Instructions - Page 151

...the total number of pages per file - 143 Storable number of files stored under the scanner, copier, document server, and print- 7 er functions. When viewing the stored files from a client... Number of stored files you the maximum values of files stored under the scanner, copier, document server, and printer functions. ters Number of user name characters 20 alphanumeric characters ...

Operating Instructions - Page 1

... the Copy Function 3 Troubleshooting When Using the Facsimile Function 4 Troubleshooting When Using the Printer Function 5 Troubleshooting When Using the Scanner Function 6 Adding Paper and Replacing Toner 7 Clearing Misfeeds 8 Remarks Read this machine and keep it handy for future reference.

Operating Instructions - Page 2

... contains detailed instructions and notes on which country you are in, certain units may be responsible for any damage or expense that you use genuine toner from the use of this machine. Important Contents of this manual are employed in hazardous radiation exposure. Please be liable for quick reference. In no...

Operating Instructions - Page 3

... administrators, as well as setting user and administrator authentication. ❖ Copy Reference Explains Copier functions and operations. To view these manuals, a Web browser must be installed in ... Troubleshooting Provides a guide to solving common problems, and explains how to replace paper, toner, and other consumables. ❖ Security Reference This manual is for explanations on which ...

Operating Instructions - Page 6

... Glass 89 Cleaning the Exposure Glass Cover 90 Cleaning the ARDF 90 INDEX...91 iv 5. Clearing Misfeeds Removing Jammed Paper 81 8. Adding Paper and Replacing Toner Loading Paper ...65 Loading Paper into the Paper Trays 66 Orientation-Fixed Paper or Two-Sided Paper 67 Changing the Paper Size 70 Changing the...

Operating Instructions - Page 9

... condition occurs. See p.65 "Loading Paper". See p.81 "Clearing Misfeeds". Appears when toner runs out. When the Machine Does Not Operate As Wanted This section describes basic troubleshooting ...paper, add paper, or perform other procedures. h: Error indicator B: Load Paper indicator D: Add Toner indicator Appears when there is a misfeed, a cover is left open, or another problem occurs. 1.

Operating Instructions - Page 10

... details about machine conditions. A valid operation is ready for use. Paper might have jammed or toner might continue, even after normal status has resumed. When the machine beeps to alert users about ...various beep patterns that the machine produc- 1 es to alert users of a paper jam or toner request, if the machine's covers are opened and closed repeatedly within a short space of time,...

Operating Instructions - Page 12

.... appears. Functions other than the copier function are not yet ready. The machine has just been turned on the operation switch or change the toner bottle. Functions other messages appear, ...Nothing happens when the operation switch is communicating with a computer. 6 If other than the copier function are not yet ready. mode. Functions appear in use . The display is difficult ...

Operating Instructions - Page 13

... the cover. See p.81 "Removing Jammed Paper". For duplex printing, select Tray 12 in [Tray Paper Settings] under [System Settings]. Select a paper tray in the copier mode or with the print side side of the function is set . Then, select [No Display (Plain Paper)] or [Recycled Paper] for duplex printing. ap...

Operating Instructions - Page 17

...Combine mode. tures", General Settings Guide. Stop scan- bypass tray is not available for copier function problems. When a Message Is Displayed This section describes the machine's main messages..../2"L, 16KL. Do not place originals that is not size. copy quantity. See "Copier Fea- Troubleshooting When Using the Copy Function This chapter describes likely causes of copies ...

Operating Instructions - Page 19

... settings too light. suitable surface. See "Copy Paper", About This Machine. Image density is copied. level surface. original image is too dark. Use manufacturer-genuine toner. Copies contain blots or Image density is creased, curled, or are patchy. If paper comes out curled, adjust the Output Tray. Copies are patchy. See...

Operating Instructions - Page 20

...is damp or rough. Because of the original. copies if you use pasted originals. dirty. ing copies. See p.77 "Adding Toner". Place originals correctly. copied. See p.89 "Maintain- When using the exposure glass, place originals face down. image or many lines... at a slight angle. Copies are too light. Copies are too light. The toner bottle is not placed correctly. See "Plac-

Operating Instructions - Page 22

... ❖ Edit Problem Cause Solution When using the Duplex There is a lack of margin space on the bottom. size and direction. are not copied. See "Copier Features", General Settings Guide. ❖ Combine Problem When using Combine, parts of the original image tween 0 - 50 mm (0" - 2"). If you specify a reproduction tio that are...

Operating Instructions - Page 36

... It is lit. Load paper into the paper tray. • Add toner. received fax documents. The toner has run out, making printing impossible. • Load paper into the paper... The machine failed to print When the B Load Paper indica- Reception is impossible. Replace the toner bottle. correct. 30 Check if 3 following, reception was registered in - but reception is impossi...

Operating Instructions - Page 38

... image is too The paper is not correctly printed or displayed. Received image is too dark Using toner bottles not recom- See "Image Density (Con- • The original of Reference. Use ASCII ...the supplier or refill- the page appear. See p.89 "Maintaining Your Machine". See is lit, toner is beginning to reprint the is too dark. Check the paper loaded on the display panel. ...

Operating Instructions - Page 53

...is not fed from the display. See "ENERGY STAR Program", About This Machine. When you are not recognized when using Windows 95/98/Me, Windows 2000/XP, and Windows NT 4.0. See the printer driver ...in loss of print quality and other problems. Use manufacturer-genuine toner. Characters differ The loaded pa- Other Printing Problems Problem Cause Solution Image is not enabled. Use of...

Operating Instructions - Page 57

.... Duplex printing is switched to reduce the image, and then print. Set up optional devices on the [Print Quality] tab in the application. Images are incomplete, or excess pages..., or labels specified as expected. Other Printing Problems Problem Cause Solution Photo images are not recognized when using Win- Dither patterns do not match. If a different paper size and orientation ...

Operating Instructions - Page 74