HP Color LaserJet 3000, 3600, 3800 series Printers - User Guide
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... to computer-port settings. PCL Abbreviation for "PostScript printer description." PostScript A trademarked page-description language. PPD Abbreviation for "Printer Control Language." render The process of color. supplies Materials that the printer uses and that results in an image displayed on a screen. transfer unit The black plastic belt that holds blank paper. 206 Glossary ENWW Devoid of...
... to computer-port settings. PCL Abbreviation for "PostScript printer description." PostScript A trademarked page-description language. PPD Abbreviation for "Printer Control Language." render The process of color. supplies Materials that the printer uses and that results in an image displayed on a screen. transfer unit The black plastic belt that holds blank paper. 206 Glossary ENWW Devoid of...
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... formation stage 65 Step 1: pre-exposure 65 Step 2: primary charging 66 Step 3: laser-beam exposure 66 Developing stage ...66 Step 4: developing 66 Transfer stage ...66 Step 5: media feed 67 Step 6: image transfer 67 Step 7: separation from the drum 67 Step 8: separation from the ETB 68 ...Rear lower cover ...85 Left cover ...86 Right cover ...89 Rear upper cover ...93 Internal assemblies ...94 Formatter cage ...94 Electrostatic transfer belt (ETB 96 Fuser ...97 Duplex fan ...98 Print-cartridge drive motors 101 Duplex-reverse-drive assembly 102 Duplex-feed-drive assembly 105 Fuser...
... formation stage 65 Step 1: pre-exposure 65 Step 2: primary charging 66 Step 3: laser-beam exposure 66 Developing stage ...66 Step 4: developing 66 Transfer stage ...66 Step 5: media feed 67 Step 6: image transfer 67 Step 7: separation from the drum 67 Step 8: separation from the ETB 68 ...Rear lower cover ...85 Left cover ...86 Right cover ...89 Rear upper cover ...93 Internal assemblies ...94 Formatter cage ...94 Electrostatic transfer belt (ETB 96 Fuser ...97 Duplex fan ...98 Print-cartridge drive motors 101 Duplex-reverse-drive assembly 102 Duplex-feed-drive assembly 105 Fuser...
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...2) ...292 Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3600/3800/CP3505 294 Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3000 296 Electronic transfer belt (simplex models 298 Electronic transfer belt (duplex models 300 Multipurpose tray ...assembly (tray 1 302 Duplex-paper feed assembly (duplex models 304 Fuser ...306 PCAs ...308 500-sheet feeder cassette (tray 3) ...310 500-sheet feeder paper-pickup assembly 312 500-sheet feeder PCA ...314 Alphabetical parts list ...316 Numerical parts list ...326 Appendix A Printer...
...2) ...292 Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3600/3800/CP3505 294 Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3000 296 Electronic transfer belt (simplex models 298 Electronic transfer belt (duplex models 300 Multipurpose tray ...assembly (tray 1 302 Duplex-paper feed assembly (duplex models 304 Fuser ...306 PCAs ...308 500-sheet feeder cassette (tray 3) ...310 500-sheet feeder paper-pickup assembly 312 500-sheet feeder PCA ...314 Alphabetical parts list ...316 Numerical parts list ...326 Appendix A Printer...
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Transfer-belt cleaning These processes are divided into ten steps, which are shown in Figure 4-10 Image-formation steps on page 65 and described in the following five processes: 1. Latent-image formation 2. Image transfer 4. Image formation ...consists of the following sections. 64 Chapter 4 Theory of several different technologies including electronics, optics, and electrographics to provide a printed page. Developing 3. Fusing 5. Each process functions independently and must be coordinated with the other processes. Image-formation process Laser...
Transfer-belt cleaning These processes are divided into ten steps, which are shown in Figure 4-10 Image-formation steps on page 65 and described in the following five processes: 1. Latent-image formation 2. Image transfer 4. Image formation ...consists of the following sections. 64 Chapter 4 Theory of several different technologies including electronics, optics, and electrographics to provide a printed page. Developing 3. Fusing 5. Each process functions independently and must be coordinated with the other processes. Image-formation process Laser...
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...for each toner color. The attraction roller transfer positive dc bias to the media so that the negatively charged toner can be easily transferred from the drum to travel through the printer. The sheet adheres to the belt and travels between the transfer roller and the drum, the transfer roller applies a... positive dc bias to the belt. As it passes between the ETB engaged motor...
...for each toner color. The attraction roller transfer positive dc bias to the media so that the negatively charged toner can be easily transferred from the drum to travel through the printer. The sheet adheres to the belt and travels between the transfer roller and the drum, the transfer roller applies a... positive dc bias to the belt. As it passes between the ETB engaged motor...
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HP does not support repairing individual subassemblies or troubleshooting to tighten. WARNING! ...out of field-replaceable units (FRUs) only. The printer shown in this chapter is not followed, severe injury can result, as well as damage to the device. The electrostatic transfer belt (ETB) shown in this warning is for difficult or...removal or installation. Never operate or service the printer with the existing thread pattern, and then carefully turn it counterclockwise to align it with the protective cover removed from the laser/scanner assembly. The sheet-metal parts can damage ...
HP does not support repairing individual subassemblies or troubleshooting to tighten. WARNING! ...out of field-replaceable units (FRUs) only. The printer shown in this chapter is not followed, severe injury can result, as well as damage to the device. The electrostatic transfer belt (ETB) shown in this warning is for difficult or...removal or installation. Never operate or service the printer with the existing thread pattern, and then carefully turn it counterclockwise to align it with the protective cover removed from the laser/scanner assembly. The sheet-metal parts can damage ...
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Electrostatic transfer belt (ETB) NOTE: The ETB shown in the two blue latch buttons (callout 1) and pull the ETB out of the printer. 1 Figure 5-29 Remove the front ETB 96 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement ENWW Push in this procedure is the same as for the duplex model. Open the front cover. 2. The ETB for the simplex model looks different, but the procedure for removing it is for the duplex model. 1.
Electrostatic transfer belt (ETB) NOTE: The ETB shown in the two blue latch buttons (callout 1) and pull the ETB out of the printer. 1 Figure 5-29 Remove the front ETB 96 Chapter 5 Removal and replacement ENWW Push in this procedure is the same as for the duplex model. Open the front cover. 2. The ETB for the simplex model looks different, but the procedure for removing it is for the duplex model. 1.
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Cassette media sensor (HP LaserJet 3600/3800/CP3505) NOTE: Always perform a full calibration procedure when you remove the cover. 3 2 1 Figure 5-103 Remove the cassette media sensor (1 of the printer. 1. Protect the ESD-sensitive parts by touching the sheet-metal chassis before touching an ESD-sensitive part. See Electrostatic transfer belt (ETB) on page 168 in ESD pouches...
Cassette media sensor (HP LaserJet 3600/3800/CP3505) NOTE: Always perform a full calibration procedure when you remove the cover. 3 2 1 Figure 5-103 Remove the cassette media sensor (1 of the printer. 1. Protect the ESD-sensitive parts by touching the sheet-metal chassis before touching an ESD-sensitive part. See Electrostatic transfer belt (ETB) on page 168 in ESD pouches...
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Paper and registration sensor covers 1. Remove two screws (callout 1) and the paper and registration sensor covers (callout 2). CAUTION: Do not bend the locator tabs on page 96. 2. Open the front cover and remove the ETB. See Electrostatic transfer belt (ETB) on the covers. 1 2 Figure 5-106 Remove the paper and registration sensor covers ENWW Sensors 155
Paper and registration sensor covers 1. Remove two screws (callout 1) and the paper and registration sensor covers (callout 2). CAUTION: Do not bend the locator tabs on page 96. 2. Open the front cover and remove the ETB. See Electrostatic transfer belt (ETB) on the covers. 1 2 Figure 5-106 Remove the paper and registration sensor covers ENWW Sensors 155
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... normally appear on every other page, because the transfer belt is longer than once on the same page. CAUTION: Do not use lint-free paper to clean the roller. NOTE: Defects on the tray 2 pickup ... Problem Dirt on front X X X Blank spots X X X X X X X X Dirt on back Poor fuser X X X X X Repetitive print defects are usually caused by a specific roller, cylinder, or drum in the printer or the print cartridge. Table 6-26 Causes of repetitive defects Problem Area Period of the page. To resolve the problem, try cleaning the roller. If...
... normally appear on every other page, because the transfer belt is longer than once on the same page. CAUTION: Do not use lint-free paper to clean the roller. NOTE: Defects on the tray 2 pickup ... Problem Dirt on front X X X Blank spots X X X X X X X X Dirt on back Poor fuser X X X X X Repetitive print defects are usually caused by a specific roller, cylinder, or drum in the printer or the print cartridge. Table 6-26 Causes of repetitive defects Problem Area Period of the page. To resolve the problem, try cleaning the roller. If...
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... cylinder 27mm Registration roller (inside) 35mm Registration roller (outside) 36mm Transfer roller (inside) 44mm Fuser sleeve 75mm Photo sensitive drum 76mm Fuser pressure roller 79mm Figure 6-2 Repetitive defect ruler NOTE: Transfer unit defects usually appear on every other page because the transfer belt is longer than once on the type of media that is...
... cylinder 27mm Registration roller (inside) 35mm Registration roller (outside) 36mm Transfer roller (inside) 44mm Fuser sleeve 75mm Photo sensitive drum 76mm Fuser pressure roller 79mm Figure 6-2 Repetitive defect ruler NOTE: Transfer unit defects usually appear on every other page because the transfer belt is longer than once on the type of media that is...
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...their positions. ● ETB contact/alienation. Press to highlight COMPONENT TEST, and then press . 4. Select the component test options when the printer prompts you to run any of the cartridges installed, and activate the door switch so that are executing. Menus cannot be installed or removed ...the image-transfer process: the cartridge motors, the ETB motor and belt, and the print cartridges (if the ETB is closed , or removed while some of the cartridges during certain tests in order to remove at least one or more cartridges. ● Black, Magenta, Yellow, Cyan laser/scanners....
...their positions. ● ETB contact/alienation. Press to highlight COMPONENT TEST, and then press . 4. Select the component test options when the printer prompts you to run any of the cartridges installed, and activate the door switch so that are executing. Menus cannot be installed or removed ...the image-transfer process: the cartridge motors, the ETB motor and belt, and the print cartridges (if the ETB is closed , or removed while some of the cartridges during certain tests in order to remove at least one or more cartridges. ● Black, Magenta, Yellow, Cyan laser/scanners....
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... (duplex models) ● Developing separation-drive assembly ● Fuser drive assembly ● Cassette (tray 2) ● Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3600/3800/CP3505) ● Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3000) ● Electronic transfer belt (simplex models) ● Electronic transfer belt (duplex models) ● Multipurpose tray assembly (tray 1) ● Duplex-paper feed assembly (duplex models) ● Fuser ●...
... (duplex models) ● Developing separation-drive assembly ● Fuser drive assembly ● Cassette (tray 2) ● Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3600/3800/CP3505) ● Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3000) ● Electronic transfer belt (simplex models) ● Electronic transfer belt (duplex models) ● Multipurpose tray assembly (tray 1) ● Duplex-paper feed assembly (duplex models) ● Fuser ●...
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Electronic transfer belt (simplex models) Figure 7-18 Electronic transfer belt (simplex models) 298 Chapter 7 Parts and diagrams ENWW
Electronic transfer belt (simplex models) Figure 7-18 Electronic transfer belt (simplex models) 298 Chapter 7 Parts and diagrams ENWW
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... only (256 MB) Formatter, new, HP Color LaserJet 3800 and 3800n printers only (128 MB) Q5982-67907 Table and page PCAs on page 309 Duplexing reverse-drive assembly (duplex models) on page 287 Duplexing-feed drive assembly (duplex models) on page 285 Electronic transfer belt (duplex models) on page 301 Electronic transfer belt (simplex models) on page 299...
... only (256 MB) Formatter, new, HP Color LaserJet 3800 and 3800n printers only (128 MB) Q5982-67907 Table and page PCAs on page 309 Duplexing reverse-drive assembly (duplex models) on page 287 Duplexing-feed drive assembly (duplex models) on page 285 Electronic transfer belt (duplex models) on page 301 Electronic transfer belt (simplex models) on page 299...
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...) on page 305 Internal components (2 of 5) on page 275 Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3000) on page 297 Internal components (1 of 5) on page 273 Internal components (3 of 5) on page 277 Electronic transfer belt (simplex models) on page 299 Internal components (3 of 5) on page 277 External panels... and covers (1 of 2) on page 265 Multipurpose tray assembly (tray 1) on page 303 Internal components (5 of 5) on page 281 Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3600/3800/CP3505) on page...
...) on page 305 Internal components (2 of 5) on page 275 Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3000) on page 297 Internal components (1 of 5) on page 273 Internal components (3 of 5) on page 277 Electronic transfer belt (simplex models) on page 299 Internal components (3 of 5) on page 277 External panels... and covers (1 of 2) on page 265 Multipurpose tray assembly (tray 1) on page 303 Internal components (5 of 5) on page 281 Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3600/3800/CP3505) on page...
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...RK2-0939-000CN Motor, AC 24V, 9W RK2-0954-000CN Fan (duplex models) RK2-0954-000CN Fan RK2-0966-000CN Cable, scanner flat (long (HP CLJ 3600/3800/CP3505) Table and page Internal components (1 of 5) on page 273 Internal components (1 of 5) on page 273 External panels and covers (1 of ... components (1 of 5) on page 273 External panels, and covers (2 of 2) on page 267 Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3000) on page 297 Internal components (1 of 5) on page 273 Electronic transfer belt (simplex models) on page 299 Internal components (3 of 5) on page 277 Front-cover assembly (duplex model) on ...
...RK2-0939-000CN Motor, AC 24V, 9W RK2-0954-000CN Fan (duplex models) RK2-0954-000CN Fan RK2-0966-000CN Cable, scanner flat (long (HP CLJ 3600/3800/CP3505) Table and page Internal components (1 of 5) on page 273 Internal components (1 of 5) on page 273 External panels and covers (1 of ... components (1 of 5) on page 273 External panels, and covers (2 of 2) on page 267 Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3000) on page 297 Internal components (1 of 5) on page 273 Electronic transfer belt (simplex models) on page 299 Internal components (3 of 5) on page 277 Front-cover assembly (duplex model) on ...
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... (2 of 5) on page 275 RM1-2752-000CN Electronic transfer belt (duplex models) Electronic transfer belt (duplex models) on page 301 RM1-2755-000CN Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3600/3800/CP3505) Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3600/3800/CP3505) on page 295 RM1-2756-000CN Media-sensor cassette assembly (HP CLJ 3600/3800/CP3505) Internal components (1 of 5) on page 273...
... (2 of 5) on page 275 RM1-2752-000CN Electronic transfer belt (duplex models) Electronic transfer belt (duplex models) on page 301 RM1-2755-000CN Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3600/3800/CP3505) Paper-pickup assembly (HP CLJ 3600/3800/CP3505) on page 295 RM1-2756-000CN Media-sensor cassette assembly (HP CLJ 3600/3800/CP3505) Internal components (1 of 5) on page 273...
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...50 errors 185 jam detection operations 56 laser/scanner system operations 54 pickup-and-feed... for printer specifications 341 troubleshooting 214 error messages, control panel 11, 176 ETB (electrostatic transfer belt), removing... 96 ETB separation stage 68 event log clearing 228 printing 232 viewing 232 F factory defaults, restoring cold reset 240 NVRAM initialization 240 faded color, troubleshooting 216 faded images, troubleshooting 216 fans, removing duplex 98 main 132 FCC regulations 348 features HP Color LaserJet 3000 3, 6 HP Color LaserJet 3600 4, 6 HP Color LaserJet...
...50 errors 185 jam detection operations 56 laser/scanner system operations 54 pickup-and-feed... for printer specifications 341 troubleshooting 214 error messages, control panel 11, 176 ETB (electrostatic transfer belt), removing... 96 ETB separation stage 68 event log clearing 228 printing 232 viewing 232 F factory defaults, restoring cold reset 240 NVRAM initialization 240 faded color, troubleshooting 216 faded images, troubleshooting 216 fans, removing duplex 98 main 132 FCC regulations 348 features HP Color LaserJet 3000 3, 6 HP Color LaserJet 3600 4, 6 HP Color LaserJet...
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...feed-drive assembly 105 duplex-reverse-drive assembly 102 electrostatic transfer belt (ETB) 96 formatter cage 94 front cover 77 fuser 97 fuser drive assembly 107 high-voltage power-supply PCA 140 laser/scanner assembly 128 left cover 86 low-voltage power-supply...-and-feed driver PCA, removing 148 pickup-and-feed system operations 55 pickup-drive assembly removing 119 pliers, required 73 ports HP Color LaserJet 3000 3 HP Color LaserJet 3600 4 HP Color LaserJet 3800 4 locating 9 supported 7 power specifications 338 power switch 9 power-on operations 51 troubleshooting 175 PPDs, Macintosh 16 pre...
...feed-drive assembly 105 duplex-reverse-drive assembly 102 electrostatic transfer belt (ETB) 96 formatter cage 94 front cover 77 fuser 97 fuser drive assembly 107 high-voltage power-supply PCA 140 laser/scanner assembly 128 left cover 86 low-voltage power-supply...-and-feed driver PCA, removing 148 pickup-and-feed system operations 55 pickup-drive assembly removing 119 pliers, required 73 ports HP Color LaserJet 3000 3 HP Color LaserJet 3600 4 HP Color LaserJet 3800 4 locating 9 supported 7 power specifications 338 power switch 9 power-on operations 51 troubleshooting 175 PPDs, Macintosh 16 pre...