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These processes are documented in common with their predecessors, the HP LaserJet 4L/4ML and 4P/4MP printers. The purpose of this appendix is to provide supplemental service information that is unique to the HP LaserJet 5P and 5MP printers. 2 HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement Overview Overview The HP LaserJet 5P and 5MP printers (HP Product Numbers C3150A and C3155A) have many service and repair processes in the Combined Service Manual for the HP LaserJet 4L/4ML (C2003A/C2015A) HP LaserJet 4P/4MP (C2005A/C2040A).
These processes are documented in common with their predecessors, the HP LaserJet 4L/4ML and 4P/4MP printers. The purpose of this appendix is to provide supplemental service information that is unique to the HP LaserJet 5P and 5MP printers. 2 HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement Overview Overview The HP LaserJet 5P and 5MP printers (HP Product Numbers C3150A and C3155A) have many service and repair processes in the Combined Service Manual for the HP LaserJet 4L/4ML (C2003A/C2015A) HP LaserJet 4P/4MP (C2005A/C2040A).
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HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement Documentation and Software Documentation and Software Documentation You can order the documents listed below. Table 1. Related Documentation Title Part Number The PCL/PJL Technical Reference Package contains the following 5961-0601 documents* PCL5 Printer Language Technical Reference Manual. Printer Job Language Technical Reference Manual. PCL/PJL Technical Quick Reference Guide. Explains HP's Printer Job Language...
HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement Documentation and Software Documentation and Software Documentation You can order the documents listed below. Table 1. Related Documentation Title Part Number The PCL/PJL Technical Reference Package contains the following 5961-0601 documents* PCL5 Printer Language Technical Reference Manual. Printer Job Language Technical Reference Manual. PCL/PJL Technical Quick Reference Guide. Explains HP's Printer Job Language...
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...this light is empty. TRAY 2 (amber) Tray 2 (the Paper Cassette) is on , the printer is empty. DATA (green) When the Data light is on , it indicates that an infrared (IR) connection has been established. HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement New Product Features TRAY 1 (amber) Tray 1 (the MP tray) is printing. Add paper ... must press the GO button to Tray 1. Either press GO to print the remaining data, or press RESET to be manually fed into Tray 1. READY (green) The printer is in Ready Mode when the Ready light is currently receiving data or in its memory. When the Ready light and ...
...this light is empty. TRAY 2 (amber) Tray 2 (the Paper Cassette) is on , the printer is empty. DATA (green) When the Data light is on , it indicates that an infrared (IR) connection has been established. HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement New Product Features TRAY 1 (amber) Tray 1 (the MP tray) is printing. Add paper ... must press the GO button to Tray 1. Either press GO to print the remaining data, or press RESET to be manually fed into Tray 1. READY (green) The printer is in Ready Mode when the Ready light is currently receiving data or in its memory. When the Ready light and ...
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...long time to print if, for the next page to be manually fed into Tray 1. The lights on the Status Panel "cascade" (each light turns on for paper to print. Press the GO and RESET buttons to print. The printer is warming up or resetting after you must press the GO ... you have pressed the RESET button. If the Data light and the Ready light are both on and off sequentially) until the printer is ready to print a self-test page. HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement New Product Features Light Pattern Description The printer is in Ready Mode and is ready to be printed. The...
...long time to print if, for the next page to be manually fed into Tray 1. The lights on the Status Panel "cascade" (each light turns on for paper to print. Press the GO and RESET buttons to print. The printer is warming up or resetting after you must press the GO ... you have pressed the RESET button. If the Data light and the Ready light are both on and off sequentially) until the printer is ready to print a self-test page. HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement New Product Features Light Pattern Description The printer is in Ready Mode and is ready to be printed. The...
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... delivers the finished product to the image formation system at the rear of the printer. The output path is user-selectable by opening the rear output tray. HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement New Product Features Paper Movement Overview The paper feed system picks print media automatically... from the paper cassette or accepts it from the manual feed slot and delivers it to the output position...
... delivers the finished product to the image formation system at the rear of the printer. The output path is user-selectable by opening the rear output tray. HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement New Product Features Paper Movement Overview The paper feed system picks print media automatically... from the paper cassette or accepts it from the manual feed slot and delivers it to the output position...
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HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement New Product Features DC Controller PCA PS 3 Figure 6 HP LaserJet 5P Printer Paper Path PS1 Input Paper Sensor PS2 Tray 2 Paper Out Sensor PS3 Exit Paper Sensor PS4 Winding Paper Sensor PS5 Tray 1 Paper Out Sensor Input Paper Sensor (PS1) Positions: A = Manual Feed Sense Position B = Registration Sense Position C = TOP Sense Position SL1 Tray 2 Solenoid SL2 Tray 1 Solenoid 17
HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement New Product Features DC Controller PCA PS 3 Figure 6 HP LaserJet 5P Printer Paper Path PS1 Input Paper Sensor PS2 Tray 2 Paper Out Sensor PS3 Exit Paper Sensor PS4 Winding Paper Sensor PS5 Tray 1 Paper Out Sensor Input Paper Sensor (PS1) Positions: A = Manual Feed Sense Position B = Registration Sense Position C = TOP Sense Position SL1 Tray 2 Solenoid SL2 Tray 1 Solenoid 17
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...also includes an IrDA-compliant IR port and be within 3 feet 20 Refer to the instruction manual for your portable equipment for printing will vary depending on . Make sure the printer is in use a portable device that indicates when the port is complete, the status light ...equipment) that device. however, the method for specific instructions on ). 2. HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement New Product Features To Print Using the Infrared Port The infrared (IR) port on your HP LaserJet 5P or 5MP printer is located on the lower front left corner of IrDA-compliant portable devices;...
...also includes an IrDA-compliant IR port and be within 3 feet 20 Refer to the instruction manual for your portable equipment for printing will vary depending on . Make sure the printer is in use a portable device that indicates when the port is complete, the status light ...equipment) that device. however, the method for specific instructions on ). 2. HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement New Product Features To Print Using the Infrared Port The infrared (IR) port on your HP LaserJet 5P or 5MP printer is located on the lower front left corner of IrDA-compliant portable devices;...
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..."Infrared Port Not Responding" on the primary device. (This is properly configured. Verify the user is operating the printer and PC as described in the User's Manual: less than one meter between devices, and not more than ±15 degrees from the PC manufacturer.) 9.... immediately following checklist will help determine the source of proper configuration. If you continue to verify compatibility with your HP LaserJet 5P/5MP printer. HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement New Product Features If you still have problems printing, make sure you purchased your portable device to have...
..."Infrared Port Not Responding" on the primary device. (This is properly configured. Verify the user is operating the printer and PC as described in the User's Manual: less than one meter between devices, and not more than ±15 degrees from the PC manufacturer.) 9.... immediately following checklist will help determine the source of proper configuration. If you continue to verify compatibility with your HP LaserJet 5P/5MP printer. HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement New Product Features If you still have problems printing, make sure you purchased your portable device to have...
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Required Tools Refer to remove the formatter shield. 38 A TORX T-10 head screwdriver is needed to page 6-3 of the Combined Service Manual. HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement Removal and Replacement Note Always remove the toner cartridge and the paper cassette from the printer before removing or replacing printer parts.
Required Tools Refer to remove the formatter shield. 38 A TORX T-10 head screwdriver is needed to page 6-3 of the Combined Service Manual. HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement Removal and Replacement Note Always remove the toner cartridge and the paper cassette from the printer before removing or replacing printer parts.
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... of the DC Controller Assembly. (See callouts 2 and 3 in Figure 6-36 in Figure 6-36 of the Combined Service Manual). Turn the assembly upside-down before proceeding with star washer from the printer frame. 52 HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement Removal and Replacement Figure 25 Grounding Spring screw location. 4. Remove the (5) self-tapping screws and the (1) machine...
... of the DC Controller Assembly. (See callouts 2 and 3 in Figure 6-36 in Figure 6-36 of the Combined Service Manual). Turn the assembly upside-down before proceeding with star washer from the printer frame. 52 HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement Removal and Replacement Figure 25 Grounding Spring screw location. 4. Remove the (5) self-tapping screws and the (1) machine...
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... it from the DC Controller PCA. The part number for re-installation. 7. See Figure 6-51 in the Combined Service Manual for the DC Controller Board does not include a replacement PCA and cable. HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement Removal and Replacement Note The PS1 Input Sensor Arm may come loose and fall out when you remove...
... it from the DC Controller PCA. The part number for re-installation. 7. See Figure 6-51 in the Combined Service Manual for the DC Controller Board does not include a replacement PCA and cable. HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement Removal and Replacement Note The PS1 Input Sensor Arm may come loose and fall out when you remove...
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..., replace the Fusing Assembly. 60 If the thermistor wire is open . 3. HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement Troubleshooting Fatal/Service Errors The following tables show fatal/service errors, which are seated securely into the DC Controller PCA connectors (see Figure 6-29 in the Combined Service Manual for location). Connector Contact 2. Remove the Fuser and measure the resistance between...
..., replace the Fusing Assembly. 60 If the thermistor wire is open . 3. HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement Troubleshooting Fatal/Service Errors The following tables show fatal/service errors, which are seated securely into the DC Controller PCA connectors (see Figure 6-29 in the Combined Service Manual for location). Connector Contact 2. Remove the Fuser and measure the resistance between...
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...Laser/Scanner Assembly. If this doesn't clear the message: 1. Does the fan turn during printing? Check the fan to "Drum Rotation Functional Check in the Combined Service Manual. Replace the connector between the scanner and DC Controller. 61 If no : a. Main Motor faulty. Power-cycle the printer... DC Controller. Reseat the fan connector on power-up the printer and observe if stacker rollers rotate. The Main Motor is blocked from operation. d. b. Power up ? HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement Troubleshooting Table 7. 57/58 Main Motor Failure LED Display...
...Laser/Scanner Assembly. If this doesn't clear the message: 1. Does the fan turn during printing? Check the fan to "Drum Rotation Functional Check in the Combined Service Manual. Replace the connector between the scanner and DC Controller. 61 If no : a. Main Motor faulty. Power-cycle the printer... DC Controller. Reseat the fan connector on power-up the printer and observe if stacker rollers rotate. The Main Motor is blocked from operation. d. b. Power up ? HP LaserJet 5P Printer Service Supplement Troubleshooting Table 7. 57/58 Main Motor Failure LED Display...
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Overview The HP LaserJet 5P/5MP and 6P/6MP printers (HP Product Numbers C3150A/C3155A, and C3980A/C3982A) have many service and repair processes in the Combined Service Manual for the HP LaserJet 4L/4ML (C2003A/C2015A) HP LaserJet 4P/4MP (C2005A/C2040A). The purpose of this appendix is to provide supplemental service information that is unique to the HP LaserJet 5P/5MP and 6P/6MP printers. These processes are documented in common with their predecessors, the HP LaserJet 4L/4ML and 4P/4MP printers.
Overview The HP LaserJet 5P/5MP and 6P/6MP printers (HP Product Numbers C3150A/C3155A, and C3980A/C3982A) have many service and repair processes in the Combined Service Manual for the HP LaserJet 4L/4ML (C2003A/C2015A) HP LaserJet 4P/4MP (C2005A/C2040A). The purpose of this appendix is to provide supplemental service information that is unique to the HP LaserJet 5P/5MP and 6P/6MP printers. These processes are documented in common with their predecessors, the HP LaserJet 4L/4ML and 4P/4MP printers.
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If a self-tapping screw-hole becomes stripped, repair of the screw-hole or replacement of the Combined Service Manual. Always remove the toner cartridge and the paper cassette from the printer before removing or replacing printer parts. HP LaserJet 5P/5MP, 6P/6MP Printer Service Supplement Removal and Replacement CAUTION Note To install a self-tapping screw, first turn it counter...
If a self-tapping screw-hole becomes stripped, repair of the screw-hole or replacement of the Combined Service Manual. Always remove the toner cartridge and the paper cassette from the printer before removing or replacing printer parts. HP LaserJet 5P/5MP, 6P/6MP Printer Service Supplement Removal and Replacement CAUTION Note To install a self-tapping screw, first turn it counter...
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... the (5) self-tapping screws and the (1) machine screw with further steps. 5. Lift the DC Controller Assembly away from the bottom of the Combined Service Manual). HP LaserJet 5P/5MP, 6P/6MP Printer Service Supplement Removal and Replacement Figure 28 Grounding Spring screw location. 4. On the left side, remove the (2) screws that attach the grounding strap to the...
... the (5) self-tapping screws and the (1) machine screw with further steps. 5. Lift the DC Controller Assembly away from the bottom of the Combined Service Manual). HP LaserJet 5P/5MP, 6P/6MP Printer Service Supplement Removal and Replacement Figure 28 Grounding Spring screw location. 4. On the left side, remove the (2) screws that attach the grounding strap to the...
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Remove the metal backing plate from the black plastic cover. HP LaserJet 5P/5MP, 6P/6MP Printer Service Supplement Removal and Replacement Note The PS1 Input Sensor Arm may come loose and fall out when you remove the DC Controller Assembly. This... carefully; it from the DC Controller Assembly (see pages 6-43 and 6-44 in the Combined Service Manual for re-installation. 7. Disconnect Tray 1 Interconnect PCA (callout 2 in Figure 26) and cable 302 (callout 1 in the Combined Service Manual for this procedure.) 8. See Figure 6-51 in Figure 29) from the connector no releases are...
Remove the metal backing plate from the black plastic cover. HP LaserJet 5P/5MP, 6P/6MP Printer Service Supplement Removal and Replacement Note The PS1 Input Sensor Arm may come loose and fall out when you remove the DC Controller Assembly. This... carefully; it from the DC Controller Assembly (see pages 6-43 and 6-44 in the Combined Service Manual for re-installation. 7. Disconnect Tray 1 Interconnect PCA (callout 2 in Figure 26) and cable 302 (callout 1 in the Combined Service Manual for this procedure.) 8. See Figure 6-51 in Figure 29) from the connector no releases are...
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... Assembly. 67 Measure the continuity between connectors J204-1 and J204-2 (see Figure 6-29, the Combined Service Manual for location). If the thermal fuse is taken. HP LaserJet 5P/5MP, 6P/6MP Printer Service Supplement Troubleshooting Fatal/Service Errors The following tables show fatal/service errors, which are seated securely into the DC Controller PCA connectors (see Figure 6-29 in...
... Assembly. 67 Measure the continuity between connectors J204-1 and J204-2 (see Figure 6-29, the Combined Service Manual for location). If the thermal fuse is taken. HP LaserJet 5P/5MP, 6P/6MP Printer Service Supplement Troubleshooting Fatal/Service Errors The following tables show fatal/service errors, which are seated securely into the DC Controller PCA connectors (see Figure 6-29 in...
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HP LaserJet 5P/5MP, 6P/6MP Printer Service Supplement Troubleshooting Table 7. 57/58 Main Motor Failure LED Display 5P/5MP 6P/6MP ERROR CODE 57/58 Main Motor Failure Description and Recommendation The DC Controller has reported a general motor failure. The Main Motor ... on power-up the printer and observe if stacker rollers rotate. Does the main motor rotate on the Laser/Scanner Assembly. Power up ? c. If this doesn't clear the message: 1. Check the fan to "Drum Rotation Functional Check in the Combined Service Manual. Replace the Laser/Scanner Assembly. Replace the...
HP LaserJet 5P/5MP, 6P/6MP Printer Service Supplement Troubleshooting Table 7. 57/58 Main Motor Failure LED Display 5P/5MP 6P/6MP ERROR CODE 57/58 Main Motor Failure Description and Recommendation The DC Controller has reported a general motor failure. The Main Motor ... on power-up the printer and observe if stacker rollers rotate. Does the main motor rotate on the Laser/Scanner Assembly. Power up ? c. If this doesn't clear the message: 1. Check the fan to "Drum Rotation Functional Check in the Combined Service Manual. Replace the Laser/Scanner Assembly. Replace the...