Troubleshooting Guide
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UNWANTED TONER IS IN THE BACKGROUND • Increase the background removal setting. • Adjust the darkness to print, specify the correct size setting: • For Windows users, ... lines • Smudges • Streaks • Unexpected characters • White lines in print These are possible solutions. THE TONER MAY BE LOW When 88 Cartridge low appears or when the print becomes faded, replace the print cartridge. PATTERNS (MOIRÉ) APPEAR IN THE OUTPUT • On the Copy screen, select the Text...
UNWANTED TONER IS IN THE BACKGROUND • Increase the background removal setting. • Adjust the darkness to print, specify the correct size setting: • For Windows users, ... lines • Smudges • Streaks • Unexpected characters • White lines in print These are possible solutions. THE TONER MAY BE LOW When 88 Cartridge low appears or when the print becomes faded, replace the print cartridge. PATTERNS (MOIRÉ) APPEAR IN THE OUTPUT • On the Copy screen, select the Text...
Troubleshooting Guide
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...printer, then print a network setup page and locate the IP address in Fax mode. Received fax has poor print quality These are possible solutions. THE TONER MAY BE LOW When 88 Cartridge low appears or when you may disrupt fax transmissions. Note: If you want the phone to the telephone line... through your Web browser. To enable both Voice Mail and the printer to answer calls, you experience faded print, replace the cartridge. THE TONER MAY BE LOW 88 Cartridge low appears when the toner is low. Try one page at 4. 1 Type the printer IP address into the ADF or facedown on the scanner...
...printer, then print a network setup page and locate the IP address in Fax mode. Received fax has poor print quality These are possible solutions. THE TONER MAY BE LOW When 88 Cartridge low appears or when you may disrupt fax transmissions. Note: If you want the phone to the telephone line... through your Web browser. To enable both Voice Mail and the printer to answer calls, you experience faded print, replace the cartridge. THE TONER MAY BE LOW 88 Cartridge low appears when the toner is low. Try one page at 4. 1 Type the printer IP address into the ADF or facedown on the scanner...
Troubleshooting Guide
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... Print Properties. • For Macintosh users, specify the size from the Page Setup dialog. THE TONER MAY BE LOW When 88 Cartridge low appears or when the print becomes faded, replace the print cartridge. Try one or more of the following: THE PAPER MAY HAVE ABSORBED MOISTURE DUE...in its original wrapper until you are possible solutions. Paper curl These are possible solutions. Repeating defects REPEATING MARKS OCCUR EVENLY DOWN THE PAGE Replace the charge rolls if the defects occur every 28.3 mm (1.11 in .). CHECK THE PAPER Avoid textured paper with rough finishes. Try ...
... Print Properties. • For Macintosh users, specify the size from the Page Setup dialog. THE TONER MAY BE LOW When 88 Cartridge low appears or when the print becomes faded, replace the print cartridge. Try one or more of the following: THE PAPER MAY HAVE ABSORBED MOISTURE DUE...in its original wrapper until you are possible solutions. Paper curl These are possible solutions. Repeating defects REPEATING MARKS OCCUR EVENLY DOWN THE PAGE Replace the charge rolls if the defects occur every 28.3 mm (1.11 in .). CHECK THE PAPER Avoid textured paper with rough finishes. Try ...
Troubleshooting Guide
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... LOW When 88 Cartridge Low appears, order a new print cartridge. THE PRINT CARTRIDGE MAY BE DEFECTIVE Replace the print cartridge. THE PRINT CARTRIDGE MAY BE DEFECTIVE OR LOW ON TONER Replace the used print cartridge with rough finishes. Print is too dark These are possible solutions. Try one... or more of the following: CHECK THE DARKNESS, BRIGHTNESS, AND CONTRAST SETTINGS The Toner Darkness setting is too dark, the Brightness ...
... LOW When 88 Cartridge Low appears, order a new print cartridge. THE PRINT CARTRIDGE MAY BE DEFECTIVE Replace the print cartridge. THE PRINT CARTRIDGE MAY BE DEFECTIVE OR LOW ON TONER Replace the used print cartridge with rough finishes. Print is too dark These are possible solutions. Try one... or more of the following: CHECK THE DARKNESS, BRIGHTNESS, AND CONTRAST SETTINGS The Toner Darkness setting is too dark, the Brightness ...
Troubleshooting Guide
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...the print cartridge and shake it . If the problem continues, the printer may need to cool before touching. THE PRINT CARTRIDGE IS DEFECTIVE Replace the print cartridge. THE PAPER PATH MAY NOT BE CLEAR Check the paper path around the print cartridge. Try one or more of ...shading appears on the page These are possible solutions. Try one . THE PRINT CARTRIDGE MAY BE DEFECTIVE OR LOW ON TONER Replace the used print cartridge with rough finishes. Toner rubs off These are possible solutions. Streaked vertical lines These are possible solutions. For more of the printer might be ...
...the print cartridge and shake it . If the problem continues, the printer may need to cool before touching. THE PRINT CARTRIDGE IS DEFECTIVE Replace the print cartridge. THE PAPER PATH MAY NOT BE CLEAR Check the paper path around the print cartridge. Try one or more of ...shading appears on the page These are possible solutions. Try one . THE PRINT CARTRIDGE MAY BE DEFECTIVE OR LOW ON TONER Replace the used print cartridge with rough finishes. Toner rubs off These are possible solutions. Streaked vertical lines These are possible solutions. For more of the printer might be ...
Troubleshooting Guide
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.... Contacting Customer Support When you call (1-800-539-6275). In the U.S. For other countries/regions, visit the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. 12 THERE IS TONER IN THE PAPER PATH Contact Customer Support. Transparency print quality is also listed on the network settings, you have ... the same network. The serial number is poor Try one or more of the following : THE PRINT CARTRIDGE MAY BE DEFECTIVE Replace the print cartridge. Toner specks These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following : CHECK THE NETWORK CONNECTIONS Make sure the printer and...
.... Contacting Customer Support When you call (1-800-539-6275). In the U.S. For other countries/regions, visit the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. 12 THERE IS TONER IN THE PAPER PATH Contact Customer Support. Transparency print quality is also listed on the network settings, you have ... the same network. The serial number is poor Try one or more of the following : THE PRINT CARTRIDGE MAY BE DEFECTIVE Replace the print cartridge. Toner specks These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following : CHECK THE NETWORK CONNECTIONS Make sure the printer and...
Help Menu Pages
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Print defects guide Page 15 of 18 Print defects guide Repeating defects measurements Match a set of the vertical lines. Replace the charge rolls 28.3 mm (1.11 in.) Replace the transfer roller 51.7 mm (2.04 in.) Change the toner cartridge 47.8 mm or 96.8 mm (1.88 in.) (3.81 in.) Replace the fuser 88.0 mm or 95.2 mm (3.46 in.) (3.75 in.) The line that best matches the defects on one of repeating defects on a print job to the marks on the print job indicates which particular part is causing the defect.
Print defects guide Page 15 of 18 Print defects guide Repeating defects measurements Match a set of the vertical lines. Replace the charge rolls 28.3 mm (1.11 in.) Replace the transfer roller 51.7 mm (2.04 in.) Change the toner cartridge 47.8 mm or 96.8 mm (1.88 in.) (3.81 in.) Replace the fuser 88.0 mm or 95.2 mm (3.46 in.) (3.75 in.) The line that best matches the defects on one of repeating defects on a print job to the marks on the print job indicates which particular part is causing the defect.
Help Menu Pages
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...yield. Note: Repeat this procedure multiple times until the print remains faded, and then replace the cartridge. Note: Shake your new print cartridge gently before installing it is best to redistribute toner. 3 Reinsert the cartridge and continue printing. You may be able to print a limited...times to have the new cartridge available when the current one runs out. Recommended print cartridges and part numbers Part name Lexmark Return Program Cartridge Regular cartridge For the US and Canada Print cartridge High Yield Print Cartridge X651A11A X651H11A X651A21A X651H21A Extra ...
...yield. Note: Repeat this procedure multiple times until the print remains faded, and then replace the cartridge. Note: Shake your new print cartridge gently before installing it is best to redistribute toner. 3 Reinsert the cartridge and continue printing. You may be able to print a limited...times to have the new cartridge available when the current one runs out. Recommended print cartridges and part numbers Part name Lexmark Return Program Cartridge Regular cartridge For the US and Canada Print cartridge High Yield Print Cartridge X651A11A X651H11A X651A21A X651H21A Extra ...
Technical Reference
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... Message Status code Return string T650n/dn/dtn, T652n/dn/dtn, T654n/dn/dtn X651 MFP, X652 MFP, X654 MFP, X656 MFP, X658 MFP Intervention Required - 40038 84 Black Photo X X 84 Black Photo Dev Life Dev Life ...Replace PC Kit X X Replace PC Kit Intervention Required - 40038 Replace PC Kit To X X Replace PC Kit To Continue Continue Intervention Required - 40038 Replace Toner X X Replace Toner Cartridge Cartridge Intervention Required - 40038 Replace Toner To X X Replace Toner Cartridge Continue To Continue Intervention Required - 40038 Replace Oil X X Replace...
... Message Status code Return string T650n/dn/dtn, T652n/dn/dtn, T654n/dn/dtn X651 MFP, X652 MFP, X654 MFP, X656 MFP, X658 MFP Intervention Required - 40038 84 Black Photo X X 84 Black Photo Dev Life Dev Life ...Replace PC Kit X X Replace PC Kit Intervention Required - 40038 Replace PC Kit To X X Replace PC Kit To Continue Continue Intervention Required - 40038 Replace Toner X X Replace Toner Cartridge Cartridge Intervention Required - 40038 Replace Toner To X X Replace Toner Cartridge Continue To Continue Intervention Required - 40038 Replace Oil X X Replace...
Card Stock & Label Guide
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... determine the level of paper dust, debris, and chaff. Using refilled non-Lexmark cartridges can void the printer warranty. To remove excess dust and debris, you replace the print cartridge. It also lessens toner buildup on labels or card stock, you need additional fuser cleaners, order P/N... 1380785. Using third party, non-Lexmark cartridges and fuser cleaners can result in toner build-up in the printer, which ...
... determine the level of paper dust, debris, and chaff. Using refilled non-Lexmark cartridges can void the printer warranty. To remove excess dust and debris, you replace the print cartridge. It also lessens toner buildup on labels or card stock, you need additional fuser cleaners, order P/N... 1380785. Using third party, non-Lexmark cartridges and fuser cleaners can result in toner build-up in the printer, which ...
Maintenance Guide
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... appears. 2 On the home screen, touch Status/Supplies. Note: If you can change from the printer control panel that will help you conserve toner and paper. The Device Status page appears, displaying a summary of the supplies. If you need to print several copies, you do not know the... the same network as the printer. 1 Type the printer IP address into the address field of supplies A message appears on the display when a replacement supply item is needed or when maintenance is on the home screen, then print a menu settings page to review the status of supply levels. Checking...
... appears. 2 On the home screen, touch Status/Supplies. Note: If you can change from the printer control panel that will help you conserve toner and paper. The Device Status page appears, displaying a summary of the supplies. If you need to print several copies, you do not know the... the same network as the printer. 1 Type the printer IP address into the address field of supplies A message appears on the display when a replacement supply item is needed or when maintenance is on the home screen, then print a menu settings page to review the status of supply levels. Checking...
Maintenance Guide
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...remains faded, and then replace the cartridge. Ordering supplies To order supplies in your area. In other countries or regions, visit the Lexmark Web Site at 1-800-539-6275 for information about Lexmark authorized supplies dealers in the U.S., contact Lexmark at www.lexmark.com or contact the ...‑to‑side and front‑to‑back several times to redistribute toner. 3 Reinsert the cartridge and continue printing. Recommended print cartridges and part numbers Part name Lexmark Return Program Cartridge For the US and Canada Print cartridge X651A11A High Yield Print...
...remains faded, and then replace the cartridge. Ordering supplies To order supplies in your area. In other countries or regions, visit the Lexmark Web Site at 1-800-539-6275 for information about Lexmark authorized supplies dealers in the U.S., contact Lexmark at www.lexmark.com or contact the ...‑to‑side and front‑to‑back several times to redistribute toner. 3 Reinsert the cartridge and continue printing. Recommended print cartridges and part numbers Part name Lexmark Return Program Cartridge For the US and Canada Print cartridge X651A11A High Yield Print...
Maintenance Guide
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... to view the label on printed pages, order replacement charge rolls. Part name ADF Maintenance kit Part number 40X4769 Ordering a transfer roller When toner smudges appear on the front or back of printed pages, order a replacement transfer roller. Part name Charge roll assembly Part number... 40X5852 Ordering pick rollers When the paper fails to replace the ADF pick mechanism and the ADF ...
... to view the label on printed pages, order replacement charge rolls. Part name ADF Maintenance kit Part number 40X4769 Ordering a transfer roller When toner smudges appear on the front or back of printed pages, order a replacement transfer roller. Part name Charge roll assembly Part number... 40X5852 Ordering pick rollers When the paper fails to replace the ADF pick mechanism and the ADF ...
User's Guide
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... a maintenance kit, which contains all originals if restarting job. Replace the print cartridge, and then touch Continue to replace the pick rollers, the charge roll, the transfer roller, and the fuser. 88 Cartridge low The toner is low. Replace the print cartridge, and then touch Continue to continue printing. ... the items necessary to clear the message and continue printing. 88.yy Cartridge nearly low The toner is low. The scanner was instructed to scan using the ADF but there is empty. 1 Replace the print cartridge. 2 Touch Continue to clear the message. 200-282.yy paper jam 1 Clear ...
... a maintenance kit, which contains all originals if restarting job. Replace the print cartridge, and then touch Continue to replace the pick rollers, the charge roll, the transfer roller, and the fuser. 88 Cartridge low The toner is low. Replace the print cartridge, and then touch Continue to continue printing. ... the items necessary to clear the message and continue printing. 88.yy Cartridge nearly low The toner is low. The scanner was instructed to scan using the ADF but there is empty. 1 Replace the print cartridge. 2 Touch Continue to clear the message. 200-282.yy paper jam 1 Clear ...
User's Guide
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... computer must be connected to print several copies, you can change from the printer control panel 1 Make sure the printer is on the display when a replacement supply item is needed or when maintenance is not on the home screen, then print a menu settings page to : • Direct sunlight • Temperatures above... status of supplies from the printer control panel that will help you do not know the IP address of supply levels. Note: If you conserve toner and paper.
... computer must be connected to print several copies, you can change from the printer control panel 1 Make sure the printer is on the display when a replacement supply item is needed or when maintenance is not on the home screen, then print a menu settings page to : • Direct sunlight • Temperatures above... status of supplies from the printer control panel that will help you do not know the IP address of supply levels. Note: If you conserve toner and paper.
User's Guide
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...255 Ordering supplies To order supplies in the U.S., contact Lexmark at www.lexmark.com or contact the place where you purchased the printer. Note: Repeat this procedure multiple times until the print remains faded, and then replace the cartridge. Ordering print cartridges When 88 Cartridge low ...‑to‑side and front‑to‑back several times to redistribute toner. 3 Reinsert the cartridge and continue printing. Recommended print cartridges and part numbers Part name Lexmark Return Program Cartridge For the US and Canada Print cartridge X651A11A High Yield Print ...
...255 Ordering supplies To order supplies in the U.S., contact Lexmark at www.lexmark.com or contact the place where you purchased the printer. Note: Repeat this procedure multiple times until the print remains faded, and then replace the cartridge. Ordering print cartridges When 88 Cartridge low ...‑to‑side and front‑to‑back several times to redistribute toner. 3 Reinsert the cartridge and continue printing. Recommended print cartridges and part numbers Part name Lexmark Return Program Cartridge For the US and Canada Print cartridge X651A11A High Yield Print ...
User's Guide
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... ADF pick mechanism and the ADF separator roller. Part name ADF Maintenance kit Part number 40X4769 Ordering a transfer roller When toner smudges appear on printed pages, order replacement charge rolls. Maintaining the printer 257 Part name T1 fuser T2 fuser Part number 40X1870 (100 V) 40X4418 (110 V) ... for the maintenance kit part number for your specific printer. Part name Pick rollers Part number 40X4308 Ordering ADF replacement parts Order ADF replacement parts if you experience problems with paper double-feeding or failing to feed through the automatic document feeder. Part ...
... ADF pick mechanism and the ADF separator roller. Part name ADF Maintenance kit Part number 40X4769 Ordering a transfer roller When toner smudges appear on printed pages, order replacement charge rolls. Maintaining the printer 257 Part name T1 fuser T2 fuser Part number 40X1870 (100 V) 40X4418 (110 V) ... for the maintenance kit part number for your specific printer. Part name Pick rollers Part number 40X4308 Ordering ADF replacement parts Order ADF replacement parts if you experience problems with paper double-feeding or failing to feed through the automatic document feeder. Part ...
User's Guide
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CHECK THE DOCUMENT PLACEMENT Make sure the document or photo is satisfactory. UNWANTED TONER IS IN THE BACKGROUND • Increase the background removal setting. • Adjust the darkness to a lighter setting. CHECK THE QUALITY OF THE ORIGINAL DOCUMENT Make ... with a clean, lint‑free cloth dampened with water. For more information, see "Cleaning the scanner glass" on page 251. THE TONER MAY BE LOW When 88 Cartridge low appears or when the print becomes faded, replace the print cartridge. Troubleshooting 269 CHECK THE DISPLAY FOR ERROR MESSAGES Clear any error messages.
CHECK THE DOCUMENT PLACEMENT Make sure the document or photo is satisfactory. UNWANTED TONER IS IN THE BACKGROUND • Increase the background removal setting. • Adjust the darkness to a lighter setting. CHECK THE QUALITY OF THE ORIGINAL DOCUMENT Make ... with a clean, lint‑free cloth dampened with water. For more information, see "Cleaning the scanner glass" on page 251. THE TONER MAY BE LOW When 88 Cartridge low appears or when the print becomes faded, replace the print cartridge. Troubleshooting 269 CHECK THE DISPLAY FOR ERROR MESSAGES Clear any error messages.
User's Guide
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...MAKE SURE THE FILL PATTERN IS CORRECT If the fill pattern is incorrect, then choose a different fill pattern from side to side to redistribute the toner, and then reinstall it from your software program or application. Try one or more of the following : CHECK THE DARKNESS, BRIGHTNESS, AND CONTRAST... users, change these settings from the Print dialog and pop‑up menus. Try one . THE PRINT CARTRIDGE MAY BE DEFECTIVE OR LOW ON TONER Replace the used print cartridge with a new one or more of paper. • Use only transparencies recommended by the printer manufacturer. • Make ...
...MAKE SURE THE FILL PATTERN IS CORRECT If the fill pattern is incorrect, then choose a different fill pattern from side to side to redistribute the toner, and then reinstall it from your software program or application. Try one or more of the following : CHECK THE DARKNESS, BRIGHTNESS, AND CONTRAST... users, change these settings from the Print dialog and pop‑up menus. Try one . THE PRINT CARTRIDGE MAY BE DEFECTIVE OR LOW ON TONER Replace the used print cartridge with a new one or more of paper. • Use only transparencies recommended by the printer manufacturer. • Make ...
User's Guide
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Try one . THE PRINT CARTRIDGE MAY BE DEFECTIVE Replace the print cartridge. Troubleshooting 287 THE PAPER HAS ABSORBED MOISTURE DUE TO HIGH HUMIDITY • Load paper ... to be serviced. Solid color pages These are possible solutions. If the problem continues, the printer may need to redistribute the toner, and then reinstall it . CHECK THE PAPER Avoid textured paper with a new one or more information, contact Customer Support. ... original wrapper until you use it . THE PRINT CARTRIDGE MAY BE DEFECTIVE OR LOW ON TONER Replace the used print cartridge with rough finishes.
Try one . THE PRINT CARTRIDGE MAY BE DEFECTIVE Replace the print cartridge. Troubleshooting 287 THE PAPER HAS ABSORBED MOISTURE DUE TO HIGH HUMIDITY • Load paper ... to be serviced. Solid color pages These are possible solutions. If the problem continues, the printer may need to redistribute the toner, and then reinstall it . CHECK THE PAPER Avoid textured paper with a new one or more information, contact Customer Support. ... original wrapper until you use it . THE PRINT CARTRIDGE MAY BE DEFECTIVE OR LOW ON TONER Replace the used print cartridge with rough finishes.