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Error Messages in the Status Monitor 6-2 Error Message Printouts 6-4 Paper Handling 6-5 Paper Jams and How to Clear Them 6-6 Other Problems FFoorr MMaacciinnttoosshh wwiitthh UUSSBB Improving the Print Quality 6-10 66--1111 6-12 How to Print Correctly APPENDIX Printer Specifications 6-18 A-1 Important Information for Choosing Your Paper A-6 Trademarks A-10 INDEX I-1 ix
Error Messages in the Status Monitor 6-2 Error Message Printouts 6-4 Paper Handling 6-5 Paper Jams and How to Clear Them 6-6 Other Problems FFoorr MMaacciinnttoosshh wwiitthh UUSSBB Improving the Print Quality 6-10 66--1111 6-12 How to Print Correctly APPENDIX Printer Specifications 6-18 A-1 Important Information for Choosing Your Paper A-6 Trademarks A-10 INDEX I-1 ix
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Please note the indication and report the error status and problem by referring to print again. CHAPTER 3 CONTROL PANEL If you cannot clear the error and see any of these service call indications, turn off the power switch, wait a few seconds, and then turn it on and try to the above table. ✏ Note Ensure that the front cover is fully closed before reporting a service call indication after turning on the printer, consult your dealer or a Brother authorized service representative. If you see the same service call . 1 3-5
Please note the indication and report the error status and problem by referring to print again. CHAPTER 3 CONTROL PANEL If you cannot clear the error and see any of these service call indications, turn off the power switch, wait a few seconds, and then turn it on and try to the above table. ✏ Note Ensure that the front cover is fully closed before reporting a service call indication after turning on the printer, consult your dealer or a Brother authorized service representative. If you see the same service call . 1 3-5
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...drum unit. Remove the protective cover. 5-5 Keeping the cartridge horizontal, gently rock it in the printer. If toner cartridges are left unpacked for a long period of time the toner life will be ...to excessive direct sunlight or room light, the unit may be damaged. • Use a genuine Brother toner cartridge that is specially formulated to ensure optimum print quality. • Printing with a 3rd party... toner or 3rd party toner cartridge may also cause serious damage to problems caused by the use of 3rd party toner or 3rd party toner cartridges. 5. Unpack the ...
...drum unit. Remove the protective cover. 5-5 Keeping the cartridge horizontal, gently rock it in the printer. If toner cartridges are left unpacked for a long period of time the toner life will be ...to excessive direct sunlight or room light, the unit may be damaged. • Use a genuine Brother toner cartridge that is specially formulated to ensure optimum print quality. • Printing with a 3rd party... toner or 3rd party toner cartridge may also cause serious damage to problems caused by the use of 3rd party toner or 3rd party toner cartridges. 5. Unpack the ...
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...actual number of pages that determine the actual drum life, such as the temperature, humidity, type of paper, type of the printer itself. The printer should be significantly less than this estimate. Under ideal conditions, the average drum life is estimated at approximately 20,000 pages. Drum.... 5-8 Because we have no control over the many factors that your drum. Warranty coverage does not apply to problems caused by your drum will be printed by the use only genuine Brother toner. y Printing with one drum unit. *1 At 5% print coverage (A4-Letter size). y For best performance...
...actual number of pages that determine the actual drum life, such as the temperature, humidity, type of paper, type of the printer itself. The printer should be significantly less than this estimate. Under ideal conditions, the average drum life is estimated at approximately 20,000 pages. Drum.... 5-8 Because we have no control over the many factors that your drum. Warranty coverage does not apply to problems caused by your drum will be printed by the use only genuine Brother toner. y Printing with one drum unit. *1 At 5% print coverage (A4-Letter size). y For best performance...
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... The toner cartridge and drum unit are problems with the above checks, please find your problem with : Print quality See "Improving the Print Quality" in this chapter. Printer does not print: If you did not solve your problem in this chapter. Printer LED is set up to connect to ...Clear Them" in the following : • The power plug is connected correctly and the printer is incorrect See "How to the section listed. Other Problems See "Other Problems" in Chapter 3. Pages are printed, however there are installed correctly. • The front cover is fully ...
... The toner cartridge and drum unit are problems with the above checks, please find your problem with : Print quality See "Improving the Print Quality" in this chapter. Printer does not print: If you did not solve your problem in this chapter. Printer LED is set up to connect to ...Clear Them" in the following : • The power plug is connected correctly and the printer is incorrect See "How to the section listed. Other Problems See "Other Problems" in Chapter 3. Pages are printed, however there are installed correctly. • The front cover is fully ...
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...helpful to ON by using the supplied Windows driver or RPC program. • Change the following table for the error message that meets Brother's recommended paper specifications. See "What Kind of paper or not properly installed. See "Installing Additional Memory" in Chapter 4. •...• If there is empty, load a new stack of settings below will report problems with the printer. NO PAPER or MISFEED PAPER JAM PRINT OVERRUN (For HL-1440, HL-1450 and HL-1470N Users) • Expand the printer memory by adding a commercially available SIMM. in Chapter 1. • See "Paper ...
...helpful to ON by using the supplied Windows driver or RPC program. • Change the following table for the error message that meets Brother's recommended paper specifications. See "What Kind of paper or not properly installed. See "Installing Additional Memory" in Chapter 4. •...• If there is empty, load a new stack of settings below will report problems with the printer. NO PAPER or MISFEED PAPER JAM PRINT OVERRUN (For HL-1440, HL-1450 and HL-1470N Users) • Expand the printer memory by adding a commercially available SIMM. in Chapter 1. • See "Paper ...
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... reduction in the resolution. (For HL-1440, HL-1450 and HL-1470N Users) • Expand the printer memory by adding a commercially available SIMM. Take the corrective actions for the error message. See "Installing Additional Memory" in the printer. • Reduce the print resolution or reduce the complexity of settings below will report problems by adding a commercially available...
... reduction in the resolution. (For HL-1440, HL-1450 and HL-1470N Users) • Expand the printer memory by adding a commercially available SIMM. Take the corrective actions for the error message. See "Installing Additional Memory" in the printer. • Reduce the print resolution or reduce the complexity of settings below will report problems by adding a commercially available...
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The printer does not print on the specified paper. (For HL-1450 with optional lower tray unit user only) ...jam instructional video on the envelope size you are using . This is usually done in Chapter 1. Problem The printer does not load paper. See "What Kind of your software application manual. • Clear the jammed..."Paper Jams and How to the printer • Make sure that the appropriate printer driver is straight. Paper Handling CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING First, ensure that you are using paper that meets Brother recommended paper specifications. If the paper...
The printer does not print on the specified paper. (For HL-1450 with optional lower tray unit user only) ...jam instructional video on the envelope size you are using . This is usually done in Chapter 1. Problem The printer does not load paper. See "What Kind of your software application manual. • Clear the jammed..."Paper Jams and How to the printer • Make sure that the appropriate printer driver is straight. Paper Handling CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING First, ensure that you are using paper that meets Brother recommended paper specifications. If the paper...
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"There was an error writing to LPT1: (or BRUSB) for the printer." Recommendation • Check that the printer cable is not damaged or broken. • If you have an interface-switching device, make sure the correct printer is selected. 6-10 error message occurs on your PC. Other Problems CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem The printer cannot print.
"There was an error writing to LPT1: (or BRUSB) for the printer." Recommendation • Check that the printer cable is not damaged or broken. • If you have an interface-switching device, make sure the correct printer is selected. 6-10 error message occurs on your PC. Other Problems CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Problem The printer cannot print.
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Unable to print from application software. Recommendation • Check that the printer is turned on. • Check that the USB interface cable is connected correctly. • Check the printer driver is installed correctly. Make sure that the supplied Macintosh printer driver is installed in Chooser. CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING For Macintosh with USB ✏ Note This section is for HL-1440, HL-1450 and HL-1470N users only. 1 Problem HL-1440 (or HL-1450 and HL-1470N) does not appear in the System Folder and that it is selected with Chooser. 6-11
Unable to print from application software. Recommendation • Check that the printer is turned on. • Check that the USB interface cable is connected correctly. • Check the printer driver is installed correctly. Make sure that the supplied Macintosh printer driver is installed in Chooser. CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING For Macintosh with USB ✏ Note This section is for HL-1440, HL-1450 and HL-1470N users only. 1 Problem HL-1440 (or HL-1450 and HL-1470N) does not appear in the System Folder and that it is selected with Chooser. 6-11
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...shading. • Installing a new toner cartridge. See "What Kind of Paper can cause the problem. • Make sure that you select the appropriate media type in Chapter 5. Ghost 6-12 See "Positioning the Printer" in Chapter 5. • Installing a new drum unit. See "Replacing the Drum Unit"... Use?" See "Replacing the Toner Cartridge" in Chapter 5. • Make sure that you use paper that meets the Brother's recommended specifications. in Chapter 1. • Try installing a new drum unit. CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Improving the Print Quality This section provides information on...
...shading. • Installing a new toner cartridge. See "What Kind of Paper can cause the problem. • Make sure that you select the appropriate media type in Chapter 5. Ghost 6-12 See "Positioning the Printer" in Chapter 5. • Installing a new drum unit. See "Replacing the Drum Unit"... Use?" See "Replacing the Toner Cartridge" in Chapter 5. • Make sure that you use paper that meets the Brother's recommended specifications. in Chapter 1. • Try installing a new drum unit. CHAPTER 6 TROUBLESHOOTING Improving the Print Quality This section provides information on...
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... the drum unit. Hollow print • Clean the primary corona wire of Paper can I Use?" in Chapter 1. • Select the 'Thick paper mode' in the printer driver, or use thinner paper than you are currently using. • Check the...
... the drum unit. Hollow print • Clean the primary corona wire of Paper can I Use?" in Chapter 1. • Select the 'Thick paper mode' in the printer driver, or use thinner paper than you are currently using. • Check the...
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... abcde position (L). • The drum unit may be damaged. Install a new drum unit. See "Replacing the Drum Unit" in the printer driver. • The problem may be damaged. A rough surfaced paper or thick media can I Use?" covering the scanner window. • The fixing unit may disappear...8226; Make sure that you use paper that a torn piece of the drum unit. See "Cleaning" in this problem, especially if the printer has not been used for laser printers, the glue from the sheets may be damaged. Black Vertical lines Make sure that meets the specifications. Install a...
... abcde position (L). • The drum unit may be damaged. Install a new drum unit. See "Replacing the Drum Unit" in the printer driver. • The problem may be damaged. A rough surfaced paper or thick media can I Use?" covering the scanner window. • The fixing unit may disappear...8226; Make sure that you use paper that a torn piece of the drum unit. See "Cleaning" in this problem, especially if the printer has not been used for laser printers, the glue from the sheets may be damaged. Black Vertical lines Make sure that meets the specifications. Install a...
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...; The toner cartridge may be damaged. See " Printing on Plain Paper from the Paper Cassette " in Chapter 1. • If you use the printer infrequently, the paper may clear the problem by wiping the scanner window with a soft cloth. See "Replacing the Toner Cartridge" in Chapter 1. • Check the paper type and quality...
...; The toner cartridge may be damaged. See " Printing on Plain Paper from the Paper Cassette " in Chapter 1. • If you use the printer infrequently, the paper may clear the problem by wiping the scanner window with a soft cloth. See "Replacing the Toner Cartridge" in Chapter 1. • Check the paper type and quality...
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...the printer. • Reduce the print resolution or reduce the complexity of your document. (HL-1440, HL-1450 and HL-1470N only) • Expand the printer memory.... (HL-1440, HL-1450 and HL-1470N only) • Expand the printer memory by adding a commercially available SIMM. Most laser printers have print...TypeTM mode Use Printer True TypeTM Fonts • Press the control panel button to print the data remaining in the printer. • If...prints garbage. The printer cannot print full pages of a document. A "MEMORY FULL" error message occurs. The printer cannot print full pages...
...the printer. • Reduce the print resolution or reduce the complexity of your document. (HL-1440, HL-1450 and HL-1470N only) • Expand the printer memory.... (HL-1440, HL-1450 and HL-1470N only) • Expand the printer memory by adding a commercially available SIMM. Most laser printers have print...TypeTM mode Use Printer True TypeTM Fonts • Press the control panel button to print the data remaining in the printer. • If...prints garbage. The printer cannot print full pages of a document. A "MEMORY FULL" error message occurs. The printer cannot print full pages...
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... Wizard*10 ♦ Control Panel MODEL LED Switch HL-1230 4 LEDs 1 Key HL-1440 HL-1450 HL-1470N *7 AppleTalk only *8 Utility software that automatically prints specified e-mail messages at a pres cheduled time. (For Windows 95 / 98 / Me) *9 Instructional animations for problem solving *10 The Network Printer Driver Wizard automates the installation of a printer in a peer-to-peer network. A-3
... Wizard*10 ♦ Control Panel MODEL LED Switch HL-1230 4 LEDs 1 Key HL-1440 HL-1450 HL-1470N *7 AppleTalk only *8 Utility software that automatically prints specified e-mail messages at a pres cheduled time. (For Windows 95 / 98 / Me) *9 Instructional animations for problem solving *10 The Network Printer Driver Wizard automates the installation of a printer in a peer-to-peer network. A-3
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...) Labels A4, Letter Transparencies A4, Letter Other sizes 70-216 x 116-356 mm (2.75-8.5 x 4.57-14 inches) Optional lower Normal paper paper cassette (HL-1450/1470N only) Transparencies A4, Letter, B5 (ISO), A5, Executive, Legal* *NOTE: Legal-size paper can be printed with the standard paper cassette or ...20 to 24 lb.) single thickness 0.084 to 0.14 mm (0.003 to 0.005 in.) single thickness 4% to avoid any paper jams, print quality problems or printer damage; • It is being used, it might be sure to follow the information given below to prevent any damage to the drum unit. 1-...
...) Labels A4, Letter Transparencies A4, Letter Other sizes 70-216 x 116-356 mm (2.75-8.5 x 4.57-14 inches) Optional lower Normal paper paper cassette (HL-1450/1470N only) Transparencies A4, Letter, B5 (ISO), A5, Executive, Legal* *NOTE: Legal-size paper can be printed with the standard paper cassette or ...20 to 24 lb.) single thickness 0.084 to 0.14 mm (0.003 to 0.005 in.) single thickness 4% to avoid any paper jams, print quality problems or printer damage; • It is being used, it might be sure to follow the information given below to prevent any damage to the drum unit. 1-...
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... of its life. When opening the front cover or rear cover to deterioration or damage and should be replaced at the end of the printer and pull out the drum unit. (2) Place the drum unit on a flat, horizontal surface, and remove the toner cartridge from the ... parts shown in this section are parts which are extremely hot immediately after the printer is nearly at least once during maintenance work. CHAPTER 5 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHAPTER 5 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE To avoid creating secondary problems by mishandling, follow the warnings below during the period of warranty of the product...
... of its life. When opening the front cover or rear cover to deterioration or damage and should be replaced at the end of the printer and pull out the drum unit. (2) Place the drum unit on a flat, horizontal surface, and remove the toner cartridge from the ... parts shown in this section are parts which are extremely hot immediately after the printer is nearly at least once during maintenance work. CHAPTER 5 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE CHAPTER 5 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE To avoid creating secondary problems by mishandling, follow the warnings below during the period of warranty of the product...
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Warranty cover is not applied to problems caused by the use of 3rd party toner or toner cartridges. • Make sure that the wire cleaner on your hands or clothes, wipe or wash it into the printer. If toner scatters on the drum unit is lifted automatically. (6) Clean the primary corona ... home position before re-installing the drum unit. (8) Re-install the drum unit into the printer and close the front cover. It may also cause serious damage to the performance and life of a genuine Brother drum unit. Do not touch the development roller and photosensitive drum colored red as shown below...
Warranty cover is not applied to problems caused by the use of 3rd party toner or toner cartridges. • Make sure that the wire cleaner on your hands or clothes, wipe or wash it into the printer. If toner scatters on the drum unit is lifted automatically. (6) Clean the primary corona ... home position before re-installing the drum unit. (8) Re-install the drum unit into the printer and close the front cover. It may also cause serious damage to the performance and life of a genuine Brother drum unit. Do not touch the development roller and photosensitive drum colored red as shown below...
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... periodically to the home position. ! Home position (L) Fig. 5-7 4) Return the cleaner to avoid any printer problems or print image defects. ! Instruct the users not to touch those terminals. 3.1 Cleaning the Printer Exterior Clean the printer exterior to keep the printer clean. 1) Turn off the power switch and unplug the power cord. 2) Remove the drum unit...
... periodically to the home position. ! Home position (L) Fig. 5-7 4) Return the cleaner to avoid any printer problems or print image defects. ! Instruct the users not to touch those terminals. 3.1 Cleaning the Printer Exterior Clean the printer exterior to keep the printer clean. 1) Turn off the power switch and unplug the power cord. 2) Remove the drum unit...