Notices and safety information The following laser notice labels may be affixed to this printer. Laser notice The printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter J for Class I (1) laser products, and elsewhere is certified as a Class I laser product conforming to the requirements of IEC 60825-1.
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Avisos sobre el láser Se certifica que, en los EE.UU., esta impresora cumple los requisitos para los productos láser de Clase I (1) establecidos en el subcapítulo J de la norma CFR 21 del DHHS (Departamento de Sanidad y Servicios) y, en los demás países, reúne todas las condiciones expuestas en la norma IEC 60825-1 para productos láser de Clase I (1).
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Laserilmoitus Tämä tulostin on sertifioitu Yhdysvalloissa DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter J -standardin mukaiseksi luokan I (1) - lasertuotteeksi ja muualla IEC 60825-1 -standardin mukaiseksi luokan I lasertuotteeksi. Luokan I lasertuotteita ei pidetä haitallisina. Tulostimen sisällä on luokan IIIb (3b) laser, joka on nimellisteholtaan 5 mW:n galliumarsenidilaser ja toimii 770 - 795 nanometrin aallonpituuksilla.
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Avís sobre el Làser Segons ha estat certificat als Estats Units, aquesta impressora compleix els requisits de DHHS 21 CFR, apartat J, pels productes làser de classe I (1), i segons ha estat certificat en altres llocs, és un producte làser de classe I que compleix els requisits d’IEC 60825-1.
Lithium warning CAUTION This product contains a lithium battery. THERE IS A RISK OF EXPLOSION IF THE BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. Discard used batteries according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions and local regulations. Safety information • The safety of this product is based on testing and approvals of the original design and specific components.
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Sicherheitshinweise • Die Sicherheit dieses Produkts basiert auf Tests und Zulassungen des ursprünglichen Modells und bestimmter Bauteile. Bei Verwendung nicht genehmigter Ersatzteile wird vom Hersteller keine Verantwortung oder Haftung für die Sicherheit übernommen. • Die Wartungsinformationen für dieses Produkt sind ausschließlich für die Verwendung durch einen Wartungsfachmann bestimmt.
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Informació de Seguretat • La seguretat d'aquest producte es basa en l'avaluació i aprovació del disseny original i els components específics. El fabricant no es fa responsable de les qüestions de seguretat si s'utilitzen peces de recanvi no autoritzades. • La informació...
Preface This manual contains maintenance procedures for service personnel. It is divided into the following chapters: General information contains a general description of the printer and the maintenance approach used to repair it. Special tools and test equipment, as well as general environmental and safety instructions, are discussed.
1. General information The Dell laser printers are letter-quality page printers designed to attach to personal computers and to most computer networks. The Dell laser printers are available in the following models: Configuration Machine type MFG Model / Dell Model...
Printer configurations Basic model The following illustration shows the basic printer model. Feature Paper Capacity Standard exit bin 250- or 550-sheet Printer control panel Multipurpose feeder 100 sheets Standard tray (Tray 1) 250- or 550-sheets Based on 75 g/m (20 lb.) paper. General information...
You must use either a printer stand or printer base if you are using a 2000-sheet tray, a duplex unit, and an input option, or more than one input option. More information is available on our Dell Web site at www.dell.com. Service Manual...
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2000-sheet drawer. Certain other configurations also must have a printer stand or printer base. More information is available on our Dell Web site at www.dell.com. General information...
Supported paper sizes, types, and weights The following tables provide information on standard and optional paper sources and the types of paper they support. Note: For an unlisted paper size, select the closest larger listed size. Paper sizes supported by the printer 250-or 550-sheet Optional Multipurpose...
250-or 550-sheet Optional Multipurpose Paper size Dimensions trays (standard 2000-sheet Duplex unit feeder or optional tray Other Envelope 98 x 162 mm (3.9 x 6.4 in.) to 176 x 250 mm (6.9 x 9.8 in.) This size appears in the Paper Size menu only when the paper source does not support size sensing or when size sensing is turned off.
The finisher supports 60-176 g/m2 (16-47 lb) paper weights. Optional hardware Output Expander (550 Standard exit bin StapleSmart II Paper type sheets) or High 5-Bin Mailbox (350 or 550 sheets) Finisher Capacity (500 sheets) (500 sheets) Output stacker (1850 sheets) Paper •...
Acronyms BLDC Brushless DC motor Customer Replaceable Unit Customer setup DIMM Dual Inline Memory Module DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory Digital multimeter Enhanced Data Out EEPROM Electrically Erasable Programable Read-Only Memory Electrophotographic process EPROM Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory Electrostatic Discharge Field Replaceable Unit Gigabyte HCIT...
2. Diagnostic information Start CAUTION: Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet before you connect or disconnect any cable electronic board or assembly. CAUTION: If the printer is kept on, never touch the conductive parts if not specifically required. The power switch and inlet of the low voltage power supply card (LVPS card) assembly is live even while the power supply is cut off.
The following is an example of the events that occur during the POR sequence: 1. Turn the machine on. 2. The Dell splash screen appears with a progress bar in the center until the code is loaded. 3. The fuser cooling fan turns on.
User attendance messages Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message System System Timeout The system detects a firmware Turn the power off; wait a few Timeout component that is no longer seconds, and then turn the responding. power back on.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message Res Save Off This IR is displayed when the This message displays when Deficient Memory printer lacks sufficient memory the printer lacks sufficient to enable Resource Save. This memory to enable Resource message usually indicates the Save.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message Insufficient Memory This message displays when The following actions may be the printer memory used to taken: restore the Print and Hold jobs from the disk and found that • Press to clear the some or all of the jobs could message.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 44.01 RFID Error Bad tag error: a tag has failed 1. Retest using new RFID to program, or the “Retry media. Count” has been exceeded. 2. Check the RFID firmware card, RFID interface card, Note: This error is not a data RFID cable, and RFID...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 44.26 RFID Error Based on tag location 1. These error codes most parameters: tag is not likely indicate a problem compatible with printer with the customer’s datastream, and not the 44.27 RFID Error Unsupported SA Code...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 44.36 RFID Error Invalid X/Y Position 1. This error code most likely indicates a problem with the customer’s datastream, and not the RFID Option itself. Ensure there is nothing wrong with the customer’s datastream.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message Flash Full This message displays when Press to clear the the printer detects an message. The flash is marked unformatted flash at power on. as bad and normal operation continues. Flash operations are not allowed until the flash is formatted.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message Serial Port [x] This error displays when data Go to network service check. Disabled is sent to the printer across an “Network service check” serial port, but the port has on page 2-170.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message Too Many Disks This error code displays when 1. Turn off and unplug the Installed too many disks are attached to printer. the printer. 2. Remove the excess disks. 3. Plug in the printer, and turn it on.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message Incompatible Output An incompatible output bin is 1. Turn off and unplug the Bin [x] installed. For Output Bin x, x=1, printer. 2, or 3. 2. Remove the incompatible output option. Remove the incompatible 3.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message Cartridge Low This IR is displayed when Replace the print cartridge. cartridge low occurs and the cartridge low alarm is activated. If cartridge alarm is not activated, this is not an intervention condition.
Error code table Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 200.00 Sensor (input) area The media is jammed in the 1. Fan the media and check for sensor (input) area. obstructions. 2. Go to sensor (input) service check.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 200.09 Printhead laser start The printhead laser start 1. Check all connections on failure process failed because it did the printhead. not receive proper feedback 2. Check all connections on signal from the printhead the main drive motor motor.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 200.13 Sensor (input) static Media remains on the sensor Go to sensor (input) static jam (input) during the warm up service check. sequence. “Sensor (input) static jam service check” on page 2-129.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 200.27 Sensor (input) The media reached the sensor Go to sensor (input) lingering lingering jam (input) but did not clear it within jam service check. the specified time. “Sensor (input) lingering Source = Tray 2 Tray level = Not Low jam service check.”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 200.39 Sensor (input) The media reached the sensor Go to sensor (input) lingering lingering jam (input) but did not clear it within jam service check. the specified time. “Sensor (input) lingering Source = Tray 3 Tray level = Empty jam service check.”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 201.02 Sensor (fuser output) The media is late reaching the Go to sensor (fuser output) late late jam. sensor (fuser output) within the jam service check. specified time. “Sensor (fuser output) Type 1 fuser late jam service check.”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 201.27 Sensor (fuser output) The media is late reaching the Go to sensor (fuser output) late late jam. sensor (fuser output) within the jam service check. specified time. “Sensor (fuser output) Type 2 fuser late jam service check.”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 201.51 Main drive motor The main drive motor assembly 1. Check all connections on assembly load error. has failed or caused high the main drive motor mechanical load due to paper assembly.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 201.57 Sensor (fuser output) The media is late reaching the Go to sensor (fuser output) late late jam sensor (fuser output) within the jam service check. specified time. “Sensor (fuser output) Type 1 fuser late jam service check.”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 201.80 Operator panel door The printer detected that the 1. Remove all media present assembly interlock switch (operator panel door in media path. switch open failure interlock) did not cycle prior to 2.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 202.04 Sensor (fuser output) The sensor (fuser output) Go to sensor (fuser output) bounce rebounded once the trailing service check. edge of the media passed. “Sensor (fuser output) Type 1 fuser service check”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 202.25 Paper jam around Page may be jammed in fuser 1. Remove all media present fuser exit or redrive exit or redrive area. in media path. area. 2. Check media for proper installation.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 202.34 Sensor (fuser output) Media reached the sensor Go to sensor (fuser output) lingering jam. (fuser output) but did not clear lingering jam service check. it in the specified time. “Sensor (fuser output) Type 2 fuser lingering jam service check.”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 202.51 Sensor (fuser output) Media reached the sensor Go to sensor (fuser output) lingering jam. (fuser output) but did not clear lingering jam service check. it in the specified time. “Sensor (fuser output) Destination is standard bin.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 202.61 Sensor (fuser output) Media reached the sensor Go to sensor (fuser output) lingering jam. (fuser output) but did not clear lingering jam service check. it in the specified time. “Sensor (fuser output) Destination is standard bin.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 202.78 Sensor (narrow Media remains on the sensor 1. Go to sensor (fuser output) media) static jam (narrow media) during the static jam service check. warm up sequence. “Sensor (fuser Type 2 fuser output) static jam service check”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 202.87 Sensor (fuser output) Media reached the sensor Go to sensor (fuser output) lingering jam. (fuser output) but did not clear lingering jam service check. it in the specified time. “Sensor (fuser output) Destination is output option.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 203.08 Redrive motor load The redrive motor assembly 1. Remove all media present error has failed or caused high in media path. mechanical load during the 2. Ensure that upper redive warm up sequence.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 230.00 Paper jam around Page may be jammed in 1. Remove all media present internal duplex. internal duplex area. in media path. 2. Check for obstructions in Source = Internal media path.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 230.08 Internal duplex drive The internal duplex drive motor 1. Remove all media present motor load error assembly has failed or caused in media path. high mechanical load during 2. Check all connections on Source = Internal warm up sequence.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 230.18 Internal duplex drive The internal duplex drive motor 1. Remove all media present motor assembly does not rotate at the specified in media path. underspeed error. speed. 2. Check all connections on the duplex media entrance Source = Internal drive motor assembly.
Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 234.00 Sensor (duplex exit) Media is late reaching the 1. Remove all media present late jam sensor (duplex exit) within the in media path. specified time. 2. Check media for proper Source = External installation.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 237.07 Paper jam around Page may be jammed in 1. Remove all media present external duplex external duplex area. in media path. 2. Check media for proper Source = External installation.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 238.04 Sensor (duplex Media remains on the sensor 1. Remove all media present double-feed) static (duplex double-feed) during the in media path. warm up sequence. 2. Replace the external duplex assembly if problem Source = External remains.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 239.01 External duplex Mechanical feed error or timing 1. Remove all media present assembly error error. in media path. 2. Check media for proper Source = External installation. duplex 3. Check for obstructions in media path.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 239.04 Input device ready Mechanical feed error or timing 1. Remove all media present response error. error. in media path. 2. Check media for proper Source = External installation. duplex 3.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 239.07 Select output device Mechanical feed error or timing 1. Remove all media present error. error. in media path. 2. Check media for proper Source = External installation. duplex 3. Check for obstructions in media path.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 241.01 Pick motor control The pick motor does not reach 1. Remove all media present failure. the proper operating speed at in media path. the specified time. 2. Ensure media tray is not Media tray 1 overfilled.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 241.08 Pick motor load error The pick motor has failed or 1. Remove all media present caused high mechanical load in media path. Source = Media tray 1 due to paper jam or bind. 2.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 241.18 Sensor (input) late The media is late reaching the Go to sensor (input) late jam sensor (input) within the service check. specified time. “Sensor (input) late jam Source = Tray 1 service check.”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 242.05 Sensor (pass through) The media is late reaching the Go to sensor (pass through) late jam sensor (pass through) within late jam service check. the specified time. “Sensor (pass through) Source = Tray 2 late jam service check”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 242.52 Tray 2 pick motor The Pick motor encoder 1. Check all connections on overrun failure continues to detect pulses after the pick arm assembly. the motor was turned off. 2.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 242.49 HCIT tray lift motor The HCIT tray lift motor has 1. Ensure the HCIT media tray stalled failure stalled or has become assembly is properly inserted obstructed. into the machine. Source = Tray 2 2.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 242.65 Pick motor load error The pick motor has failed or 1. Remove all media present caused high mechanical load in media path. Source = Media tray 2 due to paper jam or bind. 2.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 242.67 Pick motor overspeed The pick motor does not rotate 1. Remove all media present failure at the specified speed. in media path. 2. Ensure media tray is not Source = Media tray 2 overfilled.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 243.00 Media tray 3 area jam The media is jammed in the 1. Remove all media present media tray 3 area. in media path. 2. Check media for proper installation. 3.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 243.17 Media tray pulled jam A media tray above the source 1. Remove all media present tray was pulled during the in media path. Source = Tray 3 printing process. 2.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 243.49 HCIT tray lift motor The HCIT tray lift motor has 1. Ensure the HCIT media tray stalled failure stalled or has become assembly is properly inserted obstructed. into the machine. Source = Tray 3 2.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 243.65 Pick motor load error The pick motor has failed or 1. Remove all media present caused high mechanical load in media path. Source = Media tray 3 due to paper jam or bind. 2.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 243.67 Pick motor overspeed The pick motor does not rotate 1. Remove all media present failure at the specified speed. in media path. 2. Ensure media tray is not Source = Media tray 3 overfilled.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 244.00 Media tray 4 area jam The media is jammed in the 1. Remove all media present media tray 4 area. in media path. 2. Check media for proper installation. 3.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 244.17 Media tray pulled jam A media tray above the source 1. Remove all media present tray was pulled during the in media path. printing process. 2. Close all media trays. 244.18 Pick retry timeout The engine timed out waiting...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 244.49 HCIT tray lift motor The HCIT tray lift motor has 1. Ensure the HCIT media tray stalled failure stalled or has become assembly is properly inserted obstructed. into the machine. Source = Tray 4 2.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 244.65 Pick motor load error The pick motor has failed or 1. Remove all media present caused high mechanical load in media path. Source = Media tray 4 due to paper jam or bind. 2.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 244.67 Pick motor overspeed The pick motor does not rotate 1. Remove all media present failure at the specified speed. in media path. 2. Ensure media tray is not Source = Media tray 4 overfilled.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 245.00 Media tray 5 area jam The media is jammed in the 1. Remove all media present media tray 5 area. in media path. 2. Check media for proper installation. 3.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 245.17 Media tray pulled jam A media tray above the source 1. Remove all media present tray was pulled during the in media path. Source = Tray 5 printing process. 2.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 245.49 HCIT tray lift motor The HCIT tray lift motor has 1. Ensure the HCIT media tray stalled failure stalled or has become assembly is properly inserted obstructed. into the machine. Source = Tray 5 2.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 245.65 Pick motor load error The pick motor has failed or 1. Remove all media present caused high mechanical load in media path. Source = Media tray 5 due to paper jam or bind. 2.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 245.67 Pick motor overspeed The pick motor does not rotate 1. Remove all media present failure at the specified speed. in media path. 2. Ensure media tray is not Source = Media tray 5 overfilled.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 250.00 MPF area jam The media is jammed in the Go to sensor (input) service MPF area. check. Source = MPF “Sensor (input) service check” on page 2-120. 250.03 Sensor (input) late The media is late reaching the Go to sensor (input) late jam sensor (input) within the...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 260.01 Envelope feeder Mechanical feed error or timing 1. Remove the envelope assembly error error. feeder. 2. Remove all media present in media path. 3. Check media for proper installation. 4.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 260.06 Sensor (envelope The media is late reaching the 1. Remove the envelope feeder pass through) sensor (envelope feeder pass feeder. late jam through) within the specified 2. Remove all media present time.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 260.15 Sensor (input) late The media is late reaching the Go to sensor (input) late jam sensor (input) within the service check. specified time. “Sensor (input) late jam Source = Envelope feeder service check.”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 27x.15 Sensor (output pass Media remains on the sensor “Sensor (output pass through) static jam (output pass through) during through) static jam service x = bin the warm up sequence. check”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 27x.51 Right tamper does not The sensor (right tamper HP) 1. Check all the connections on leave home position does not detect that the tamper the output option controller x = bin failure has moved from home position.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 28x.26 Timer 0 overflow (1ms A software failure has occurred 1. Turn the machine off/on. timer did not get with the output option. x = bin 2. Replace the output option if serviced for an entire number problem remains.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 28x.35 Sensor (self priming) The sensor (self priming) within 1. Check all the connections on late failure the stapler assembly does not the output option controller x = bin detect a ready staple in the card and the stapler assembly.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 28x.38 Staple ready home The sensor (self priming) within 1. Check all the connections on position jam the stapler assembly does not the controller card and the x = bin detect a ready staple in the stapler assembly.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 28x.40 Left tamper does not The sensor (left tamper HP) 1. Check all the connections on leave home position does not detect that the tamper the output option controller x = bin failure has moved from home position.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 28x.42 Right tamper does not The sensor (right tamper HP) 1. Check all the connections on leave home position does not detect that the tamper the output option controller x = bin failure has moved from home position.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 28x.46 Paddle home position The sensor (paddle HP) does 1. Check all the connections on not detect that the paddle is the output option controller x = bin operating. card. number Applies to: 2.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 28x.50 Left tamper home The left tamper home position 1. Check all the connections on position jam is not detected by the sensor the output option controller x = bin (left tamper HP) card.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 28x.54 Eject motor encoder The eject motor encoder 1. Check all the connections on not detected detection is lost during normal the output option controller x = bin operation. card. number Applies to: 2.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 28x.61 DMID command is not A software failure has occurred 1. Turn the machine off/on. received for 500ms with the output option. x = bin 2. Replace the output option if after main motor runs number problem remains.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 28x.68 Staple ready home The sensor (self priming) within 1. Check all the connections on position jam the stapler assembly does not the controller card and the x = bin detect a ready staple prior to a stapler assembly.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 28x.70 Stapler mechanism The sensor (home signal) 1. Check all the connections on not in home position within the stapler assembly the controller card and the x = bin failure detected that the stapler stapler assembly.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 901xx System software error Code detected unusual event 1. POR the machine and print or timing. a simple test page to determine if the problem is firmware related, or if the customer is sending a corrupted print job.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 905.xx Interface violation by Code detected unusual event 1. POR the machine and print paperport device or timing. a simple test page to determine if the problem is system software related, or if the customer is sending a corrupted print job.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 913.00 Pick arm motor The pick arm motor does not 1. Check all the connections on overspeed failure rotate at the specified speed. the pick arm assembly. 2. Check all the connections on the system card assembly.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 916.00 Internal duplex drive The duplex drive motor 1. Check all the connections on motor encoder not encoder detection is lost during the duplex drive motor detected failure normal operation assembly.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 920.02 Fuser warm-up failure The fuser hot roll fell to far 1. Turn the machine off/on below desired temperature and ensure the fuser unit Fuser type = 1 while in standby control. assembly is properly installed.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 920.06 Fuser warm-up failure The fuser hot roll temperature 1. Turn the machine off/on does not increase while the and ensure the fuser unit Fuser type = 1 lamp is turned on. assembly is properly installed.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 920.26 Fuser warm-up failure The fuser hot roll took too long 1. Turn the machine off/on to heat up after transitioning to and ensure the fuser unit Fuser type = 2 new enhanced mode within assembly is properly standby control only.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 920.31 Fuser warm-up failure The fuser hot roll temperature 1. Turn the machine off/on does not increase while the and ensure the fuser unit Fuser type = 2 lamp is turned on. assembly is properly installed.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 920.52 Fuser warm-up failure The fuser hot roll fell to far Replace the fuser unit below desired temperature assembly if problem remains. Fuser type = 1 while in standby control. Go to “Fuser unit assembly removal”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 920.81 Fuser warm-up failure The fuser hot roll temperature Replace the fuser unit does not increase while the assembly if problem remains. Fuser type = 2 lamp is turned on. Go to “Fuser unit assembly removal”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 922.03 Fuser warm-up failure The fuser hot roll does reach 1. Turn the machine off/on the “final lamp detection” and ensure the fuser unit Fuser type = 1 parameter but not in the assembly is properly specified time.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 922.06 Fuser warm-up failure The fuser hot roll did not reach 1. Turn the machine off/on operating temperature within and ensure the fuser unit Fuser type = 1 new enhanced control. assembly is properly installed.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 922.27 Fuser warm-up failure The fuser hot roll does not 1. Turn the machine off/on reach the “beginning lamp and ensure the fuser unit Fuser type = 2 detection” parameter in the assembly is properly specified time.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 922.29 Fuser warm-up failure The fuser hot roll has timed out 1. Turn the machine off/on and not reached “final lamp and ensure the fuser unit Fuser type = 2 detection”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 922.32 Fuser warm-up failure The fuser hot roll does not 1. Turn the machine off/on reach operating temperature and ensure the fuser unit Fuser type = 2 after increasing interpage gap. assembly is properly installed.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 922.75 Fuser warm-up failure The fuser hot roll failed to Replace the fuser unit reach target temperature. assembly if problem remains. Fuser type = 2 Go to “Fuser unit assembly removal”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 923.25 Fuser over The fuser hot roll has 1. Turn the machine off/on temperature failure. exceeded the proper operating and ensure the fuser unit temperature. assembly is properly Fuser type = 2 installed.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 924.50 Open fuser thermistor The fuser thermistor might be Replace the fuser unit check faulty. assembly if problem remains. Go to “Fuser unit assembly Fuser type = 1 removal” on page 4-22.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 925.02 Incorrect fuser or The machine detected a 115 V 1. Turn the machine off/on fuser lamp detected. lamp in a 220 V machine. The and ensure the fuser unit fuser lamp has an excessive assembly is properly Fuser type = 1...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 925.51 Incorrect fuser or The machine detected a 115 V 1. Turn the machine off/on fuser lamp detected. lamp in a 220 V machine. The and ensure the fuser unit fuser lamp has an excessive assembly is properly Fuser type = 1...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 927.01 Main cooling fan The cooling fan is obstructed or 1. Check for cooling fan failure. has failed. obstructions. 2. Check the connections on the main cooling fan. 3. Replace the main cooling fan.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 927.11 Print cartridge cooling The print cartridge cooling fan 1. Check for cooling fan fan failure is obstructed or has failed. obstructions. 2. Check the connections on the main cooling fan. 3.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 929.02 Sensor (toner empty) The sensor (toner empty) does 1. Check the toner pulse sensor failure. not provide toner level wheel on the print cartridge feedback or the print cartridge for damage and replace the is damaged.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 935.00 Polygon mirror motor The signals driving the polygon 1. Check all connections on control failure. mirror motor may have been the printhead assembly. corrupted, or the cable may be 2.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 936.21 Main drive motor The main drive motor assembly 1. Check all connections on assembly failure may be faulty or has failed. the system card assembly. 2. Check all connections on Failed to stop within the main drive motor timeout.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 936.61 Main drive motor The main drive motor assembly 1. Check all connections on assembly failure may be faulty or has failed. the system card assembly. 2. Check all connections on No lock detected at the main drive motor normal motor start.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 937.41 Main drive motor The main drive motor assembly 1. Check all connections on assembly failure may be faulty or has failed. the system card assembly. 2. Check all connections on Over speed detected the main drive motor during speed control.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 937.71 Main drive motor The main drive motor assembly Warning: Ensure that the assembly failure may be faulty or has failed. metal frame of the internal duplex assembly is properly Loss of lock detected The internal duplex assembly grounded to the metal frame of...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 937.81 Main drive motor The main drive motor assembly 1. Check all connections on assembly failure may be faulty or has failed. the system card assembly. 2. Check all connections on Driver over temp the main drive motor detection.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 950.xx NVRAM mismatch Mismatch between system Warning: When replacing any failure card EEPROM and operator of the following components: panel mirror. • Operator panel assembly (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and ".xx" codes: 5530dn) 00-29: mismatch between •...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 955.xx NVRAM failure The Code ROM or NAND flash Replace the system card failed the Cyclic Redundancy assembly. Check (CRC) check or the “System card Go to NAND experienced an assembly removal”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 975.xx Network Error The system detected an Replace the system card unrecognizable network port assembly. “System card Go to assembly removal” on page 4-76. 976.xx Network Error The system detected an Replace the system card unrecoverable software error in assembly.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 982.04 Output option An output option was not fully 1. Turn the main power off. communication seated onto the printer or has 2. Remove and reinstall the failure. been removed while the main output option.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 985.01 Service engine RFID Generic hardware error 1. Check the RFID firmware communications card, RFID interface card, RFID cable, and RFID option for correct “High installation. Go to capacity input tray (HCIT) pick arm bracket assembly removal”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 985.03 Service engine RFID Radio having problems 1. Check the RFID firmware communications communicating with printer card, RFID interface card, RFID cable, and RFID option for correct “High installation. Go to capacity input tray (HCIT) pick arm bracket assembly removal”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 985.05 Service engine RFID Internal radio problem 1. Check the RFID firmware communications card, RFID interface card, RFID cable, and RFID option for correct “High installation. Go to capacity input tray (HCIT) pick arm bracket assembly removal”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 985.07 Service engine RFID Antenna is disconnected 1. Check the RFID firmware communications card, RFID interface card, RFID cable, and RFID option for correct “High installation. Go to capacity input tray (HCIT) pick arm bracket assembly removal”...
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 990.11 Paperport failure Paperport parity error Replace the system card assembly. “System card Go to assembly removal” on page 4-76. 990.12 Paperport failure Paper port other paper port Replace the system card error assembly.
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Error code or Error contents Description/Action Possible repair actions message 990.54 HCIT tray lift motor The HCIT tray lift motor is not 1. Check for obstruction in the lost encoder failure reporting pulses back to the HCIT tray lift area. engine.
Service checks Sensor (input) service check Step Check Check the sensor (input) for damage. Go to step 2. Replace the sensor (input). Is the above component free from damage? Go to “Sensor (input) removal” on page 4-71. 1. Enter the diagnostic mode The sensor is Go to step 2.
Sensor (narrow media) service check Step Check Check the sensor (narrow media) for damage. Go to step 2. Replace the fuser unit assembly. Is the above component free from damage? Go to “Fuser unit assembly removal” on page 4-22. 1. Enter the diagnostic mode. The sensor is Go to step 2.
Step Check Check the above sensor for proper connection. Replace the Replace the duplex input connection. Is the above sensor connected properly? sensor assembly (internal duplex only). Go to “Duplex input sensor assembly removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656)” on page 4-19.
Sensor (pass through) service check Step Check 1. Enter the diagnostic mode The sensor is Go to step 2. working properly 2. Select Input tray tests 3. Select Sensor test 4. Select the appropriate tray number 5. Observe the line item “pass through” for the appropriate media tray Does the display on the operator panel, change every time the sensing area of the above sensor is interrupted or...
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Step Check Check the media size setup and tray guides for all media Go to step 2. Replace the trays. media, or change the media size Does the media size, in use, match the size set for all media setup. trays? Check the media trays for overfilling.
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Step Check Perform a print test and check the duplex drive motor Go to step 17. Replace the assembly for proper operation. duplex drive motor assembly. Does the above component operate properly? Go to “Duplex drive motor assembly removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656)”...
Step Check Perform a print test and check the pick arm assembly. Go to step 21. Replace the pick arm assembly. Go Is the media properly picked and advanced out of the media “Operator tray? panel door assembly removal (T656)” on page 4-49.
Step Check Check the above sensor for proper connection. Replace the Replace the sensor (input). connection. Is the above sensor connected properly? “Sensor Go to (input) removal” on page 4-71. Check the sensor (fuser output) for proper operation. Go to step 8. Go to step 7.
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Step Check Perform a MPF print test and check the MPF pick solenoid Go to step 4. Replace the MPF for proper operation. pick solenoid. “MPF pick Does the above component operate properly? Go to solenoid assembly removal” on page 4-38.
Sensor (input) static jam service check Use this procedure for the following jams: • 200.13 Step Check Check the media path for partially fed or jammed media. Go to step 2. Remove any pre- staged or jammed Is the media path free from partially fed or jammed media? media.
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Step Check Check the sensor (fuser output) for proper operation. Go to step 7. Go to step 6. 1. Enter the diagnostic mode 2. Select Base sensor tests 3. Observe the line item “output” Does the display on the operator panel, change every time the sensing area of the above sensor is interrupted or blocked.
Step Check Perform a print test. Contact next Problem solved. highest level of Does the problem remain? tech support. Sensor (fuser output) static jam service check Use this procedure for the following jams: • 202.06 • 202.13 • 202.31 • 202.38 •...
Sensor (narrow media) late jam service check. Use this procedure for the following jams: • 201.04 • 201.06 • 201.29 • 201.31 • 201.54 • 201.56 • 201.79 • 201.81 Step Check Check the media size setup and tray guides for all media Go to step 2.
Step Check Perform a print test. Contact next Problem solved. highest level of Does the problem remain? tech support. Sensor (narrow media) static jam service check Use this procedure for the following jams: • 202.03 • 202.13 • 202.28 • 202.38 •...
Sensor (duplex input) late jam service check. Use this procedure for the following jams: • 230.02 • 231.00 Step Check Check the door assembly, rear. Go to step 2. Open then properly close the Is the above component properly closed? door assembly, rear.
Step Check Perform a print test and check the duplex drive motor Go to step 14. Replace the assembly for proper operation. duplex drive motor assembly. Does the above component operate properly? Go to “Duplex drive motor assembly removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656)”...
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Step Check Check the sensor (duplex input) for proper operation. Go to step 6. Go to step 5. 1. Enter the diagnostic mode. 2. Select Duplex tests. 3. Select sensor test. 4. Observe the line item “input”. Does the display on the operator panel, change every time the sensing area of the above sensor is interrupted or blocked.
Sensor (duplex input) static jam service check. Use this procedure for the following jams: • 230.13 • 238.01 • 238.03 • 238.05 • 238.07 Step Check Check media origination. Go to step 2 Go to step 5 Did the media originate from the internal duplex? Check the media path for partially fed or jammed media.
Step Check Perform a print test and check the pick arm assembly for Go to step 8. Replace the the appropriate media tray. appropriate pick arm assembly. Is the media properly picked and advanced out of the appropriate media tray? Go to “Operator panel door...
Step Check Check the above sensor for proper connection. Replace the Replace the appropriate connection. Is the above sensor connected properly? Sensor (pass through). “250-sheet Go to controller card assembly removal” on page 4-107. Perform a print test and check the main motor assembly. Replace the main Replace the drive motor...
Sensor (stapler pass through) late jam service check Step Check Check the output option for proper installation. Go to step 2. Remove then reinstall the output Is the above component properly installed? option Check for obstructions in the media path between the base Go to step 3.
Step Check Check the above sensor for proper connection. Replace the Replace the stapler unit connection. Is the above sensor connected properly? assembly. Go to “SFP stapler assembly stapler unit assembly removal” on page 4-183. Perform a print test using the output option. Replace the output Problem solved.
Step Check Check for obstructions in the media path between the base Go to step 3. Remove machine and the output option. obstructions. Is the media path free from obstructions? Check the sensor (output pass through) for proper Go to step 5. Go to step 4.
Step Check Check the sensor (output pass through) for proper Go to step 5. Go to step 4. operation. 1. Enter the diagnostic mode 2. Select Output bin tests 3. Select Sensor test 4. Select Output bin x 5. Observe the line item “passthru” Does the display on the operator panel, change every time the sensing area of the above sensor is interrupted or blocked.
Step Check Check the above sensor for proper connection. Replace the Replace the sensor (output connection. Is the above sensor connected properly? pass through). Go to “High capacity stacker sensor (pass through) removal” on page 4-145. Go to “5-bin mailbox sensor (pass through) removal”...
Sensor (mailbox empty) lingering jam service check Step Check Check the output option for proper installation. Go to step 2. Remove then reinstall the output Is the above component properly installed? option Check for obstructions in the media path between the Go to step 3.
Step Check Check the above sensor for proper connection. Replace the Replace the sensor (mailbox connection. Is the above sensor connected properly? empty). Go to “5-bin mailbox sensor (media bin empty) removal” on page 4-92. Perform a print test using the output option. Replace the output Problem solved.
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Check the operator panel assembly (5230n/dn, 5350dn, Go to step 3. Go to step 2. and 5530dn) or the NVM card assembly (T656 only). Were any of the above items recently replaced? Check the system card assembly. Go to step 4. Contact next level of support.
Image quality trouble Printer Related Troubleshooting Note: First, get a printout as a base, and follow the symptom table to identify the possible failing FRU’s. Image quality symptoms • “Faint print (Low contrast)” on page 2-151. Faint print (low contrast)– •...
Image Quality Faint print (Low contrast) Leading edge Trailing edge Before starting, check the media route for foreign objects, such as staples, clips, and scraps, in the media path. Step Check Check the media condition. Problem solved. Go to step 2. Load new, dry, recommended media, and perform a print test.
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Step Check Check the printhead assembly for proper connection. Replace the Replace the printhead connections. Is the above component properly connected? assembly. Go to “Printhead assembly removal (5230n/dn)” on page 4-60 “Printhead assembly removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656)” on page 4-61.
Blank print (no print) Check the media path for foreign objects such as staples, clips, scraps of media. Step Check Check the media condition. Problem solved. Go to step 2. Load new, dry, recommended media, and perform a print test. Is the image density normal? Check the toner level.
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Step Check Check the laser beam route. Go to step 8. Remove debris or clean the Check for debris between the printhead assembly and printhead the PC drum. assembly window. Is the laser beam route free of debris and the glass window, in the printhead assembly, free of contamination? Check the HVPS card assembly for proper connection.
Solid black Check the media path for foreign objects such as staples, clips, scraps of media. Step Check Check the charge roll assembly for proper installation. Go to step 2. Replace the charge roll Is the above component properly installed? assembly.
Vertical lines and bands (process direction) Leading edge Trailing edge Step Check Check the media condition. Go to step 2. Problem solved. Load new, dry, recommended media. Re-print the defective image. Does the error continue? Is the media transfer route and the media path clear of Go to step 3.
Horizontal white stripes or bands (side to side direction) Leading edge Trailing edge Step Check Check the media condition. Go to step 2. Problem solved. Load new, dry, and recommended media. Re-print the defective image. Does the error continue? Are the media transfer route and the media path free of Go to step 3.
Vertical stripes (process direction) Leading edge Trailing edge Step Check Check the media condition. Go to step 2. Problem solved. Load new, dry, recommended media. Re-print the defective image. Does the error continue? Are the media transfer route and the media path free of Go to step 3.
Step Check Perform a print test. Contact next Problem solved. highest level of Does the problem remain? tech support. Horizontal stripes (side to side direction) Leading edge Trailing edge Step Check Check the media condition. Go to step 2. Problem solved. Load new, dry, recommended media.
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Step Check Check the heat roll and pressure roll. Replace the Go to step 7. fuser unit Remove the fuser unit assembly. assembly. “Fuser Go to CAUTION: Allow the fuser unit assembly unit assembly removal” on to cool down. page 4-22.
Partial lack Leading edge Trailing edge Step Check Check the media condition. Go to step 2. Problem solved. Load new, dry, recommended media. Re-print the defective image. Does the problem remain? Check the toner level. Go to step 3. Replace the print cartridge.
Spots Leading edge Trailing edge Step Check Check the media condition. Go to step 2. Problem solved. Load new, dry, recommended media. Re-print the defective image. Does the error continue? Check the media transfer route. Go to step 3. Remove debris Is the media route free of contamination or debris? contamination.
Step Check Check the printhead installation. Go to step 8. Reinstall and adjust the Is the above component properly installed? printhead assembly. Go to “Printhead assembly removal (5230n/dn)” on page 4-60 “Printhead assembly removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656)” on page 4-61.
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Step Check Check the heat roll and pressure roll. Replace the Go to step 4. fuser unit Remove the fuser unit assembly. assembly. “Fuser Go to CAUTION: Allow the fuser unit assembly unit assembly removal” on to cool down. page 4-22.
Background (fog) Leading edge Trailing edge Step Check Check the media condition. Go to step 2. Problem solved. Load new, dry, recommended media. Re-print the defective image. Does the error continue? Check the media transfer route. Go to step 3. Remove debris Is the media path free of contamination or debris.
Step Check Perform a print test. Contact next Problem solved. highest level of Does the problem remain? tech support. Skew Leading edge Trailing edge The printed image is not paralleled with both sides of the media. Step Check Check printer installation placement. Go to step 2.
Step Check Check the aligner assembly for proper adjustment. Go to step 6. Replace the aligner Go to “Alignment assembly adjustment” on assembly. page 4-4. “Output Go to Does the problem remain? cover assembly removal” on page 4-54. Perform a print test. Contact next Problem solved.
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Step Check Check the transfer roll assembly for contamination and Go to step 5. Replace the wear. transfer roll assembly. Is the above component free of excess wear and “Transfer contamination? Go to roll assembly removal” on page 4-80. Check the aligner assembly for proper adjustment. Go to step 6.
No fuse Leading edge Trailing edge Step Check Check the fuser unit assembly installation. Go to step 2. Reinstall the fuser unit Is the fuser unit assembly properly installed? assembly. Check the media condition. Go to step 3. Problem solved. Load new, dry, recommended media.
Have the network administrator verify that the device is using the correct SSID, and wireless security protocols. For more network troubleshooting information, consult the Dell Network Setup Guide. Step...
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Step Questions / actions Try using a different ethernet cable. Problem resolved Go to step 14. Did this remedy the situation? Have the network administrator check the Replace the system card. Contact the network network drop for activity. Go to “System card administrator.
3. Diagnostic aids This chapter explains the tests and procedures to identify printer failures and verify repairs have corrected the problem. Understanding the printer control panel (models 5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) Item Description Display Shows messages and pictures that communicate the status of the printer. Navigation buttons Press the up or down arrow buttons to scroll through menus or menu items, or to increase or decrease a value when entering numbers.
Item Description Menu Opens the menu index Note: The menus are available only when the printer is in the Ready state. Insert a flash drive into the front of the printer to print saved files. Note: Only the front USB port supports flash drives. Accessing service menus (models 5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) There are different test menus that can be accessed during POR to identify problems with the printer.
Diagnostics mode (models 5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) Entering Diagnostics mode (models 5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) 1. Turn the printer off. 1. Press and hold 2. Turn the printer on. 3. Release the buttons after 10 seconds. Available tests The tests display on the operator panel in the order shown: REGISTRATION “REGISTRATION”...
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DUPLEX TESTS (if installed) “Quick Test (duplex)” on page 3-12 Quick Test “Top Margin (duplex)” on page 3-13 Top Margin Sensor Test “Sensor Test (duplex)” on page 3-13 Motor Test “Motor Test (duplex)” on page 3-14 Duplex Feed 1 “Duplex Feed 1” on page 3-14 Duplex Feed 2 “Duplex Feed 2”...
EP SETUP “EP Defaults” on page 3-21 EP Defaults “Fuser Temperature (Fuser Temp)” on page 3-21 Fuser Temp Fuser Page Count “Fuser Page Count” on page 3-21 Warm Up Time “Warm Up Time” on page 3-21 Transfer “Transfer” on page 3-21 Print Contrast “Print Contrast”...
The print registration range is: Variable Description Value Direction of change Top margin -25 to +25 Each increment causes A positive change moves the image approximately 4 pels shift (at 600 down the page and increases the dpi). top margin. A negative change moves the image up and decreases the top margin.
PRINT TESTS Input source tests The purpose of the diagnostic Print Tests is to verify that the printer can print on media from each of the installed input options. The contents of the Print Test Page varies depending on the media installed in the selected input source.
NVRAM. The CONFIG MENU print quality test pages are identical to the DIAGNOSTIC print quality test pages with the exception of the first page. The first print quality test page from the CONFIG MENU does not include EP or Printer setup. HARDWARE TESTS Select the following Hardware Tests from this menu: •...
USB HS Test Mode 1. Select USB HS Test Mode from HARDWARE TESTS. 2. Press until the appears next to the Port to be tested, and then press 3. Select the desired Test, and then press Port Test Appears on the display Port 0 Test J USB High Speed...
RFID Option Test This test confirms that the RFID firmware and hardware are working properly. In the event that the test fails, it is recommended that the test be repeated to confirm that the problem is not intermittent or caused by a single failed piece of RFID media.
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2. Reload RFID media in Tray 2 with the RFID media that was just printed in step 1, and then press continue. The test page will be printed. Note: The sheet should be placed face down with the arrow pointing toward the front of the printer. If the page looks like this: If the page looks like this: If the page looks like this:...
3. Load plain media in Tray 2, and then press Continue. The test page will be printed. If the page looks like this: If the page looks like this: RFID Option Test RFID Option Test Step 3. Step 3. Step three is complete. Step three is complete.
duplexed pages (Continuous) until Stop is pressed. For information about changing the margin, see “Top Margin (duplex)” on page 3-13. Note: Before you set the duplex top margin, be sure to set the registration. See “REGISTRATION” on page 3-5. The paper you choose to print the page on should be either Letter or A4. To run the Quick Test (duplex): 1.
• Duplex input sensor • Duplex exit sensor 3. Press Back or Stop to exit the test. Motor Test (duplex) This test lets you test the duplex option paper feed drive system, and verify that the power and velocity values are acceptable.
Feed Tests (input tray) This test lets the servicer observe the paper path as media is feeding through the printer. A blank sheet of paper feeds through the printer as the laser turns off during this test. The only way to observe the paper path is to open the lower front door that is used to access the envelope or multipurpose feeder.
Use these tests to verify that media can be fed to a specific output bin. Media is fed from the default input source to the selected output bin. No information is printed on the media fed to the output bin because the printhead is not engaged during this test.
To run the Sensor Test for the standard bin: 1. Select Sensor Test from OUTPUT BIN TESTS. 2. Select Standard Bin from Sensor Tests. 3. Standard Bin Testing displays briefly, and then Bin Empty empty displays. 4. Select NearFull or Full sensor to test. The following screen is displayed: Standard Bin x Full=Open NearFull=Open...
Sensor Tests (5-bin mailbox) 1. Select Sensor Tests from OUTPUT BIN TESTS. 2. Select Output Bin x (x=number of the output option to be tested). The following screen is displayed: Output Bin x P1=OP P2=OP L=NL • passThru– 5-bin mailbox pass thru sensor shows Open or Closed •...
To run the Finisher Sensor Test: 1. Select Sensor Test from FINISHER TESTS. 2. Select one of the four tests to perform:. Each of the tests displays the individual sensors that can be manually actuated, and the display shows Open or Closed. •...
The page count can only be viewed and cannot be changed. To view the page count: 1. Select Page Count from PRINTER SETUP. 2. Press Back to return to PRINTER SETUP. Perm Page Count (permanent page count) The permanent page count can only be viewed and cannot be changed. To view the permanent page count: 1.
• To change a digit or character, press to increase or to decrease the value. • When the last digit is changed, press to validate the Configuration ID 1. If Invalid ID appears, the entry is discarded, and the previous Configuration ID 1 is displayed on the screen.
Print Contrast The print contrast setting controls the developer voltage offset. The print contrast can be adjusted to Low, Medium, or High. The default setting is Medium. Charge Roll The charge roll can be adjusted to Low, Medium, or High. The default setting is Medium. Gap Adjust The setting adjusts the minimum gap between sheets.
REPORTS Prints a Menu Settings Page. To print the Menu Settings Page: 1. Select Menu Settings Page from REPORTS. 2. Press Back to return to DIAGNOSTICS. EVENT LOG Display Log The event log provides a history of printer errors. It contains the 12 most recent errors that have occurred on the printer.
Additional debug information in some cases Dell 5230dn (s/n: XXXXXXXXX) The printed event log can be faxed to Dell or your next level of support for verification or diagnosis. To print the event log: Select Print Log from EVENT LOG.
Configuration menu (CONFIG MENU) (models 5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) Entering Configuration Menu (models 5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Press and hold 3. Turn on the printer. 4. Release the buttons after ten seconds. The message CONFIG MENU displays on the top line of the operator panel. Available menus “Maintenance page count (Maint Cnt Value)”...
To view the maintenance page count: 1. Select Maint Cnt Value from CONFIG MENU. 2. Press to view the value. Press Back to return to the main Configuration menu. Maintenance page counter reset (Reset Cnt) After scheduled maintenance, the servicer needs to reset the page counter. To reset the maintenance page count to zero: Select Reset Cnt from the Configuration menu, and then select Reset.
To print the Event Log, select Reports from CONFIG MENU, and then Event Log. The message Printing EVENT LOG is displayed. The event log provides a history of printer errors. The event log can only be printed in CONFIG MENU. SIZE SENSING This setting controls whether the printer automatically registers the size of paper installed in an input source with size sensing.
Factory Defaults This setting enables a user to restore all the printer settings to the original factory settings. Selections are Restore Base and Restore Network. Network does not appear unless you have a network printer. The following settings are not changed: •...
Best Speed Settings are For short jobs and For long jobs. Make a setting change, and then press . Submitting selection appears on the display. Exit Config Menu (models 5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) Press to exit the CONFIG MENU. The message Resetting the Printer displays, and the printer performs a POR and restarts in normal mode.
Item Description Indicator light Indicates the printer status: • Off– The power is off. • Blinking green– The printer is warming up, processing data, or printing. • Solid green– The printer is on, but idle. • Blinking red– Operator intervention is needed. Stop Stops all printer activity A list of options is offered once Stopped appears on the display.
Diagnostics Menu (model T656) Entering Diagnostics Menu (model T656) 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Press and hold 3 and 6 buttons simultaneously. 3. Turn on the printer. 4. Release the buttons after 10 seconds. Available tests The tests display on the operator panel in the order shown: Note: Some menus are not available, depending on the configuration of the printer.
Diagnostics Menu tests (Continued) Warm Up Time “Warm Up Time” on page 3-46 Transfer “Transfer” on page 3-46 Print Contrast “Print Contrast” on page 3-46 Charge Roll “Charge Roll” on page 3-46 Gap Adjust “Gap Adjust” on page 3-47 “Auto Dark Adjust” on page 3-47 Auto Dark Adjust REPORTS “REPORTS”...
Retain this page to determine the changes you need to make to the margins settings. The diamonds in the margins should touch the margins of the page. Dell 2. To change the value of any of the margin settings: •...
The message Quick Test Printing… appears on the display. Once the Quick Test Page completes printing, the Registration screen displays again. 3. Touch Back to return to the Diagnostics Menu. PRINT TESTS Selections on the screen vary since only installed input sources are listed, followed by Printing Quality Test Pages.
• Contents of the EVENT LOG from DIAGNOSTICS. • Configuration information, including printer serial number, controller code level, engine code level, operator panel code level, font versions, and cartridge information. • Default values for the QUALITY MENU settings used to print the pages. HARDWARE TESTS Select the following Hardware Tests from this menu: •...
DRAM Test The purpose of this test is to check the validity of DRAM memory, both standard and optional. The test writes patterns of data to DRAM to verify that each bit in memory can be set and read correctly. To run the DRAM Test: 1.
Port Test Appears on the display Single Step USB High Speed Get Device Certification Testing... Descriptor Single Step USB High Speed Set Feature Certification Testing... To stop testing before completion, turn the printer off. DUPLEX TESTS Quick Test (duplex) This test prints a duplex version of the Quick Test that can be used to verify that the correct placement of the top margin on the back side of a duplex page.
• An increase moves the top margin down and widens the top margin. A decrease moves the top margin upward and narrows the top margin. 4. Touch Submit. 5. Print the Quick Test (duplex) again to verify the adjustment. Repeat if necessary. Left Margin (duplex) To set the Left Margin (duplex): 1.
2. When the motor stops, the results are displayed. Listed below is an example of such results: Duplex Motor Test Test Passed Avg. PWM of High-Speed Test: 1d Avg. PWM of Low-Speed Test: Oe Max. PWM of Low-Speed Test: 00 Min.
Sensor Test (input tray) This test is used to determine if the input tray sensors are working correctly. To run the Input Tray Sensor Test: 1. Touch to select the Sensor Test from INPUT TRAY TESTS. 2. Touch to select the input source from the sources displayed on the Sensor Test menu. All installed sources are listed.
To run the Sensor Test for the standard bin: 1. Touch to select Sensor Test from OUTPUT BIN TESTS. 2. Touch to select Standard Bin from Sensor Tests. 3. Manually actuate the bin sensor by moving the flag in and out of the sensor, and the display changes. The following screen is displayed: Bin Empty: empty or Bin Empty: full.
DEVICE TESTS Quick Disk Test This test performs a non-destructive read/write on one block per track on the disk. The test reads one block on each track, saves the data, and proceeds to write and read four test patterns to the bytes in the block. If the block is good, the saved data is written back to the disk.
PRINTER SETUP PRINTER SETUP Defaults Printed Page Count Permanent Page Count Serial Number xxxxxxx Engine Setting 1 Engine Setting 2 Submit Back The triangles pointing up or down indicate whether there are additional menus. Touch the up or down arrows to display these additional menus.
Configuration ID The two configuration IDs are used to communicate information about certain areas of the printer that cannot be determined using hardware sensors. The configuration IDs are originally set at the factory when the printer is manufactured, however, the servicer may need to reset Configuration ID 1 or Configuration ID 2 whenever you replace the system board.
The triangles pointing up or down indicate whether there are additional menus. Touch the up or down arrows to display these additional menus. Note: If you make changes, touch Submit to make the change effective. EP Defaults This setting is used to restore each printer setting listed in EP SETUP to its factory default value. Sometimes this is used to help correct print quality problems.
Touch Back to return to Diagnostics Menu. Gap Adjust The setting adjusts the minimum gap between sheets. Increasing this value may reduce curl of some printed media and eliminate some output bin stacking problems. However, increasing this value also results in slower overall performance, measured in pages per minute.
Additional debug information in some cases Dell 5230dn (s/n: XXXXXXXXX) The printed event log can be faxed to Dell or your next level of support for verification or diagnosis. To print the event log: to select Print Log from EVENT LOG.
Configuration menu (CONFIG MENU) (model T656) Entering Configuration Menu (model T656) 1. Turn off the printer. 2. Press and hold 2 and 6 buttons simultaneously. 3. Turn on the printer. 4. Release the buttons after 10 seconds. Available menus Note: Some menus are not available, depending on the configuration of the printer. Maintenance Counter Value “Maintenance Counter Value”...
The current value for the maintenance page counter is displayed. This counter tracks printer usage. A print job containing a single page increments the counter by one and a duplex page by two. At 300,000, the customer is reminded that the printer requires scheduled maintenance. This counter is reset by the servicer after an 80 Scheduled Maintenance message displays and a maintenance kit is installed.
Print Quality Pages The print quality test pages can be printed from either the Diagnostics Menu or Configuration Menu (CONFIG MENU). When printed from the Diagnostics Menu, additional information is included, and the print cartridge “Print quality pages (Prt Quality Pgs)” on page 3-26.
3. Touch Back to return to EVENT LOG. Note: An event log printed from the CONFIG MENU will not contain debug information or secondary codes for 900 service errors. However, the event log printed from DIAGNOSTICS mode does include this information. SIZE SENSING This setting controls whether the printer automatically registers the size of paper installed in an input source with size sensing.
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To change the PPDS Emulation setting: 1. Touch to select PPDS Emulation from the Configuration Menu. 2. The panel displays the setting's name in the header and [setting's current value] below the header row. Touch to change the setting. The selections are Deactivate and Activate. The default is Deactivate.
Factory Defaults This setting enables a user to restore all the printer settings to the original factory settings. Selections are Restore Base, Restore STD NET, or Restore LES. Restore LES enables you to remove all LXK Embedded Solutions applications (LES). Network does not appear unless you have a network printer.
Paper Prompts When a tray is out of the indicated paper size, a prompt is sent to the user to load paper in a tray. This setting controls the tray the user is directed to fill. 1. Touch to select Paper Prompts from the Configuration Menu. The panel displays the setting's name in the header and [setting's current value] below the header...
Disk Encryption If a hard disk is installed, Disk Encryption selects whether the data on the disk is encrypted or not. The values are Disable and Enable. This setting determines if the printer encrypts the information that it writes to the hard disk.
Wipe Disk This setting provides you with a tool for erasing the contents of a disk. Warning: Wipe Disk removes a disk's data in such a way that it cannot be recovered. To change this setting: 1. Touch to select Wipe Disk from Configuration Menu. Note: If an advanced password has been established, you must enter this password in order to change the setting.
LES Applications This disables all installed LXK Embedded Solution applications. The default is Enable. To change this setting: 1. Touch to select LES Applications from the Configuration Menu. Note: If an advanced password has been established, you must enter this password in order to change the setting.
USB speed To change this setting: 1. Touch to select USB speed from the Configuration Menu. 2. Touch to change the value. The values are Auto (default) and Full. 3. Touch Submit to save the change. Touch Back to cancel and return to the Configuration Menu. Exit Configuration Menu (model T656) Touch Exit Config Menu to exit the Configuration Menu.
Printer overview CAUTION: Do not set up this product or make any electrical or cabling connections, such as the power cord or options and features, during a lightning storm. Basic model The following illustration shows the basic printer model. Feature Paper Capacity Standard exit bin 250- or 550-sheet...
Printer theory Model 5230n/dn with duplex, paper path, rolls, and sensors Standard bin full actuator and sensor (standard bin full) Sensor (input) PC drum PC cartridge Diverter Sensor (fuser output) Sensor (narrow media) Sensor (duplex input) Sensor (option pass through) Sensor (duplex double feed) Sensor (duplex exit)
Models 5350dn and 5530dn paper path rolls and sensors Standard bin full actuator and sensor (standard bin full) Sensor (input) PC drum Diverter PC cartridge Sensor (fuser output) Sensor (narrow media) Sensor (option pass through) Sensor (duplex input) Pick arm assembly Functions of main components •...
The rear media tray guide assembly can be adjusted to different media sizes by moving it to the front or rear. The rear guide should come into contact with the media and hold it in position. Side guide The media tray assembly is designed so it can adapt to the media width in the media feed direction by moving the side guide to the left or right.
The media size set for the media tray assembly is transmitted to the switch (media size) by moving these guides. The media size is detected by the on/off information of these switches. Pick arm assembly Sensor (media empty) Media out actuator Sensor (media low) Pick roll assemblies Sensor (media empty)
Switch (media size) This switch (media size) sets the size of media supplied from each media tray assembly. A signal indicating the media size is transmitted as a voltage to the printer system card assembly. Sensor (media empty) If media runs out in a media tray assembly, the actuator lowers and the actuator flag, unlocks the sensing area of the sensor (media empty).
Supported paper sizes, types, and weights The following tables provide information on standard and optional paper sources and the types of paper they support. Note: For an unlisted paper size, select the closest larger listed size Paper sizes supported by the printer 250-or 550-sheet Optional Multipurpose...
250-or 550-sheet Optional Multipurpose Paper size Dimensions trays (standard 2000-sheet Duplex unit feeder or optional tray Other Envelope 98 x 162 mm (3.9 x 6.4 in.) to 176 x 250 mm (6.9 x 9.8 in.) This size appears in the Paper Size menu only when the paper source does not support size sensing or when size sensing is turned off.
Transfer Transfer roll Transfer roll assembly The transfer roll assembly applies charge to the rear surface of the media when the media passes between the transfer roll assembly and photo conductor (drum). Thus, the toner image is transferred from the photo conductor (drum) surface to the media surface.
Polygon printhead assembly The printhead scans the photo conductor drum surface with a laser beam. It consists of four components: laser diode (LD) card assembly, printhead motor, polygon mirror, and the start of scan card assembly. Polygon printhead 1. LD card assembly – generates the laser beam. The beam is turned on or off according to a print data signal coming from the system card.
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Conceptual diagram of an image created by scanning Paper Path 600 dots/inch 600 scans/inch 3-70 Service Manual...
Oscillating printhead assembly The oscillating printhead scans the photo conductor drum surface with a laser beam. It consists of four components: laser diode (LD) card assembly, magnetic motor, mirror, and the start of scan card assembly. Oscillating printhead 1. LD card assembly – generates the laser beam. The beam is turned on or off according to a print data signal coming from the system card.
Heat roll The heat roll is a hollow metal tube with a coated surface. This tube is heated by the inner heater lamp. The heat is applied to the media passing between the heat roll and pressure roll, fusing the toner on the media. Pressure roll The pressure roll is used to apply pressure to the media surface for fusing.
Type 2 fuser unit assembly In the type 2 fuser unit assembly, the detacs, which are used to prevent the media from sticking to the hot roll, do make full contact with the hot roller. The type 2 fuser unit assembly has a life of 150K. Hot roll Fuser lamp Full contact detac...
Drive Main drive motor assembly The main drive motor is a DC motor that drives the print cartridge, aligner, MFP and fuser. Redrive motor assembly The redrive motor assembly is a DC motor that drives the redrive assembly that transports the media into the standard bin or output option.
Electrical components and controller Main cooling fan LVPS card assembly Duplex System card cooling fan assembly Print cartridge cooling fan HVPS card assembly Switch (printer front door interlock) The switch is a safety switch to cut off a 24 VDC power supply from the LVPS card assembly to the high volt power supply (HVPS) card assembly, printer system card assembly and to the main drive motor assembly, while the printer front door assembly is open.
System card assembly The system card assembly controls printing operation based on the communication with the RIP controller and optional peripherals. It also controls toner dispense, fuser control, sensor switch feedback, drive motors, clutches and solenoids Control Printhead control Rotation of printhead motor The on/off control of the printhead motor is performed according to the mode of operation as shown below.
Fuser warm-up The fuser warm-up starts at the time of power on, interlock open or close, jam reset, or return from the low power mode, and ends when the ready temperature is attained, when a failure occurs, or when executing diagnosis.
Charge The Charge Roll places a uniform negative electrostatic charge on the surface of the drum. The drum surface is made of a photoconductive material that holds an electrical charge as long as the drum remains in darkness. Light striking the drum discharges the surface charge. HVPS Charge roll (-VDC)
This discharge/no discharge process creates an invisible, electrostatic image on the surface of the drum. This image is called a latent image. Modulated Laser Beam Printhead DRUM Drum Surface Drum Surface Image Voltage Laser Beam Laser Beam Discharge Level Development The toner contained within the PC Cartridge has an electrical property that causes it to adhere to the development roll.
Roll, toner transfers from the Magnet Roll to that point on the drum. There is now a visible toner image on the drum surface. The image is called a developed image. HVPS Developer Metering Roll Blade Toner DRUM -VDC Drum Surface Drum Surface Image Voltage...
is now stuck to the photoconductor (drum) due to the relative electrical differences between the negative electrical charge of the inner conductive layer of the drum and the positive electrical charge of the paper. HVPS -VDC DRUM -VDC Transfer roll Sheet of paper Cleaning The Cleaning Blade removes any toner that remains on the drum after the transfer process.
Auto density sensing Sensor shield assembly Sensor (toner density) The image density sensor assembly uses a reflection type sensor that detects a pre-placed toner patch and image on the photoconductor (drum) and outputs pulses when the central line of the patch image aligns with the central line of the detector.
250-sheet/550-sheet tray assembly Lockable back restraint Rear media tray guide Media end guide Auto size finger actuator Media size sensing The media size set for the media tray assembly is set by positioning the right media guide, unlocking the slider lock, and sliding the rear paper guide.
Media level sensing The media level for the media tray assembly is triggered by the actuator flag positioned in the two photointerrupter sensors in the pick arm bracket assembly. The actuator flag blocks and unblocks the two sensors in different sequence; it determines whether the paper tray is empty, low, or full. 250-sheet tray Sensor A Sensor B...
The pick arm assembly (autocompensator) is a paper pick device that generates its own normal force. This force generation is inherent in the fundamental design of the pick arm. If light media is used, it picks very gently. If a heavy media is used, it picks very aggressively. No customer adjustments are necessary, therefore no special trays are needed for card stock or labels.
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Pick arm assembly Sensor (media empty) Sensor (media low) Sensor (pass through) 550-sheet drawer assembly 3-88 Service Manual...
Media transport path The following is a cross section of the printer and the tandem tray module, showing the main components directly associated with the media path and transport. Model 5230 paper path, rolls, and sensors Standard bin full actuator and sensor (standard bin full) Sensor (input) PC drum...
Models 5350dn and 5530dn paper path, rolls, and sensors Standard bin full actuator and sensor (standard bin full) Sensor (input) PC drum Diverter PC cartridge Sensor (fuser output) Sensor (narrow media) Sensor (option pass through) Sensor (duplex input) Pick arm assembly Functions of main components When the 250 or 550 sheet input trays are installed under the printer, additional trays are available.
Wear strips The wear strips are designed to provide a fixed resistance to ensure that a single piece of paper is properly fed out of the media tray. There are several types of wear strips available for custom or hard to feed media. Media tray assembly Rear media guide Bottom plate...
If media runs out in a media tray assembly, the actuator lowers and the actuator flag, unlocks the sensing area of the sensor (media empty). The sensor light is transmitted. When the sensing area is blocked (media is present), the signal is off. Sensor (media low) This sensor detects by the actuator position whether media in the media tray assembly is low.
Duplex Layout of media transport path The main components associated with the media path and transport with the duplex installed. Model 5230dn duplex paper path Standard bin full actuator and sensor (standard bin full) Sensor (input) PC drum PC cartridge Diverter Sensor (fuser output) Sensor (narrow media)
Models 5350dn and 5530dn duplex paper path Standard bin full actuator and sensor (standard bin full) Sensor (input) PC drum Diverter PC cartridge Sensor (fuser output) Sensor (narrow media) Sensor (option pass through) Sensor (duplex input) Pick arm assembly Functions of main components When the duplex is installed, duplex (double-sided) printing is available with the printer.
Duplex drive motor assembly The duplex drive motor assembly transmits driving force to the two duplex media transport roll assemblies and the duplex media center transport roll assembly middle that feeds media. Duplex drive motor assembly Sensor (duplex input) 3-95 Diagnostic aids...
Understanding jam numbers and locations When a jam occurs, a message indicating the jam location appears. Open doors and covers and remove trays to access jam locations. To resolve any paper jam message, you must clear all jammed paper from the paper path.
WARNING: Do not leave the cartridge exposed to light for extended periods. WARNING: The jammed paper may be covered with unfused toner which can stain garments and skin. 5. Remove the jammed paper. CAUTION: The inside of the printer might be hot. To reduce the risk of injury from a hot component, allow the surface to cool before touching.
3. Push the tab down. 4. Remove the jammed paper. 5. Close the bottom rear door. 6. Insert the standard tray. 7. Press Front paper jams 1. Remove the standard tray from the printer. 2. Push the tab down. 3. Remove the jammed paper. 4.
231-239 paper jams (optional external duplex unit) Rear paper jams 1. Push in and hold the latch while pulling up the rear duplex door. 2. Remove the jammed paper. 3. Close the rear duplex door. 4. Press Front paper jams 1.
3. Raise the recessed duplex bar. 4. Remove the jammed paper,. 5. Replace the duplex jam access tray. 6. Insert the standard tray. 7. Press 241–245 paper jams 1. Pull out the tray indicated on the display. 2. Remove any jammed paper, and then insert the tray. 3.
250 paper jam 1. Remove the paper from the multipurpose feeder. 2. Flex the sheets of paper back and forth to loosen them, and then fan them. Do not fold or crease the paper. Straighten the edges on a level surface. 3.
260 paper jam The envelope feeder feeds envelopes from the bottom of the stack; the bottom envelope will be the one that is jammed. 1. Lift the envelope weight, and then remove all the envelopes. 2. If the jammed envelope has entered the printer and cannot be pulled out, then lift the envelope feeder up and then out of the printer, and then set it aside.
280 paper jam 1. Pull down the StapleSmart II Finisher door. 2. Remove the jammed paper. 3. Close the StapleSmart ii Finisher door. 4. Press 3-104 Service Manual...
281 paper jam 1. Clear the jam from the stapler output bin. 2. Press 282 paper jam To prevent paper jams, the stapler motor does not run when the stapler door is open. 1. Close the stapler door until it clicks into place. 2.
283 staple jam 1. Press the latch to open the stapler door. 2. Pull the latch of the staple cartridge holder down, and then pull the holder out of the printer. 3. Use the metal tab to lift the staple guard, and then remove any loose staples. 3-106 Service Manual...
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4. Press down on the staple guard until it snaps into place. 5. Push the cartridge holder firmly back into the stapler unit until the cartridge holder clicks into place. 6. Close the stapler door. 7. Press 3-107 Diagnostic aids...
Security Reset Jumper The Security Reset Jumper is available on all high-end printer and MFP models, including the 5230n/dn, 5350dn, 5530dn, X652, X654, X656, and X658. It functions as described below (excerpt from the RIP Functional Spec): Security Reset Jumper Each device contains a hardware jumper with which an administrator can: •...
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3. Remove the small yellow jumper that covers a pair of the jumper’s pins. Rear Front Bottom 4. Replace the small yellow jumper so that it covers the pins adjacent to its original position. 5. Replace and secure the Kensington lock on the card cage (if installed). 6.
LSU induced skew. If the horizontal line does not fall within the defined limit or spec, then it is considered skewed and the printhead must be adjusted. Go to “Polygon and Oscillating printhead mechanical registration adjustment” on page 4-2. Dell Quick Test Printer Information Margin Settings Page Count...
4. Repair Information WARNING: Read the following before handling electronic parts. Handling ESD-sensitive parts Many electronic products use parts that are known to be sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). To prevent damage to ESD-sensitive parts, follow the instructions below in addition to all the usual precautions, such as turning off power before removing logic boards: •...
Adjustments Polygon and Oscillating printhead mechanical registration adjustment Do the printhead mechanically registration adjustment whenever you remove or replace the printhead or loosen the mounting screws. Install the new printhead with the mounting screws centered in the slots in the printhead frame assembly. Leave the screws loose enough to allow the printhead to move from side to side within the slots.
5. Select Quick Test Page. The test page should only be printed on letter or A4 paper from Tray 1. The Quick Test Page consists of alignment diamonds, horizontal lines that can be used for mechanical registration adjustment. An example of the printhead alignment printout is shown below: Dell Quick Test Device Information...
Dell Quick Test Device Information Page Cou nt 192 MB Installed Memory Processor Speed 467MHz Serial Number 0116413 00 14 FF 00 00 00 00 TDS Calibration Engine ID System Card ID 0004007E24A2 Printer Revision Levels Loader LF.LBH.P055-0...
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1. Loosen the locknut on the inside rear of the alignment assembly. 2. Remove the two screws holding the alignment assembly to the left side frame. 3. Back the reference adjustment screw out far enough to allow the alignment assembly to be removed from the printer.
Step B Print a copy of the Quick Test Page, and check the margin adjustments printed on the test page. These settings should be within the range specified in “Registration” on page 3-67. The reference screw can be adjusted without loosening the locknut. Turn the screw a few turns, and print a copy of the Quick Test Page as you check the diamonds on the left margin.
Removals Replacement note: To replace a removed part, reverse the order of removal unless noted otherwise. Access door removal 1. Open the access door. 2. Gently detach the two hinges (A) of the access door from the machine. 3. Remove the access door. Alignment assembly removal WARNING: When replacing the alignment assembly, ensure that the media skew is properly adjusted using “Alignment assembly adjustment”...
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2. Remove the six screws (A) securing the metal cover to the machine. 3. Remove the metal cover. 4. Remove the inner deflector. Go to “Inner deflector removal” on page 4-24. “MPF pick solenoid assembly removal” on page 4-38. 5. Remove the MPF pick solenoid assembly. Go to Service Manual...
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6. Remove the two screws (B) securing the alignment assembly to the machine. Note: The adjuster screw (C) requires a hex wrench to loosen and tighten. Note: The adjuster screw (C) can be accessed through the hole (D) in the system card. 7.
Connection access cover, rear removal 1. Gently detach the two hinges (A) of the connection access cover, rear from the machine. 2. Remove the connection access cover, rear. Connection bezel assembly, rear removal (5230n/dn) 1. Remove the side cover, left. Go to “MPF cam gear removal”...
Connection bezel assembly, rear removal (5350dn and 5530dn) “Side cover, left removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656)” on page 4-67. 1. Remove the side cover, left. Go to “Cover assembly, rear lower (5350dn and 5530dn)” on 2. Remove the cover assembly, rear lower. Go to page 4-12.
Cover assembly, rear lower removal (5230n/dn) “HVPS card assembly removal” on page 4-24. 1. Remove the fuser access door assembly. Go to 2. Open the rear lower door. 3. Remove the three screws (A) securing the cover assembly, rear lower to the machine. 4.
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WARNING: When removing the charge roll assembly, avoid touching the charge roll surface. 1. Open the MPF door assembly. 2. Open the operator panel front cover assembly. 3. Detach the left side of the charge roll assembly from the machine. 4.
Door assembly, rear removal 1. Pull the door assembly, rear away from the machine. 2. Twist the door strap left or right until vertical, and pull the strap out of the slot. 3. Position the door assembly, rear at a 45° angle as shown in the picture. 4.
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6. Detach the rear duplex guide spring (C). 7. Remove the duplex guide assembly, rear. 8. Remove the screw (D) securing the rear duplex guide handle to the assembly. 9. Remove the duplex guide assembly, rear. 4-15 Repair Information...
Duplex assembly removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656) Note: When removing the duplex drive motor assembly, it does not need to be completely removed from the machine. It may be allowed to gently hang out of the way by the harness. “Duplex drive motor assembly removal (5350dn, 1.
Duplex cooling fan removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656) “Side cover, right removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656)” on 1. Remove the side cover, right. Go to page 4-68. 2. Remove the screw (A) securing the duplex cooling fan to the machine. 3.
Duplex drive motor assembly removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656) “HVPS card assembly removal” on page 4-24. 1. Remove the fuser access door. Go to “Cover assembly, rear lower (5350dn and 5530dn)” on 2. Remove the cover assembly, rear lower. Go to page 4-12.
7. Remove the harness (E) from the duplex drive motor assembly. Replacement Warning: When replacing the duplex drive motor assembly, ensure that all harnesses are properly re-routed. Replacement Note: Ensure the belt is replaced properly. Duplex input sensor assembly removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656) 1.
Duplex guide assembly, front removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656) 1. Remove the media tray. 2. Gently place the printer on its left or right side. 3. Detach the front left duplex guide spring (A) from the duplex guide assembly, front. 4.
Fuser access door assembly removal “Door assembly, rear removal” on page 4-14. 1. Remove the door assembly, rear. Go to 2. Press the two tabs (A) on the fuser access door assembly, and detach it from the machine. 4-21 Repair Information...
3. Swing the fuser access door assembly away from the machine. 4. Unsnap the fuser access door assembly from the machine. 5. Remove the fuser access door assembly. Fuser drive release linkage removal 1. Remove the system card assembly. Go to “System card assembly removal”...
5. While pressing the two buttons (A), pull the fuser unit assembly from the machine. Replacement Warning: When replacing the fuser unit assembly, ensure that the electrical connection (B) and the two buttons (A) are properly secured. Fuser wiper cover assembly removal 1.
HVPS card assembly removal “Side cover, right removal (5230n/dn)” on page 4-67 1. Remove the side cover, right. Go to “Side cover, right removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656)” on page 4-68. 2. Remove the four screws (A) securing the HVPS card assembly to the machine. 3.
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2. Release the two hooks (A) securing the lower portion of the inner deflector to the machine. 3. Remove the inner deflector. Replacement Warning: When replacing the inner deflector, ensure that it is properly installed, or jamming will occur. 4-25 Repair Information...
Laser cover removal “Output cover assembly removal” on page 4-54. 1. Remove the output cover assembly. Go to “Fuser wiper cover assembly removal” on page 4-23. 2. Remove the fuser wiper cover assembly. Go to 3. Remove the side cover, left. Go to “MPF cam gear removal”...
6. Remove the laser cover. LCD screen bezel removal (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) Gently detach the LCD screen bezel from the operator panel door assembly. 4-27 Repair Information...
LVPS card assembly removal (5230n/dn) WARNING: When replacing the LVPS card assembly, ensure that the voltage selection switch is set to the proper setting, or damage will occur. 1. Remove the door assembly, rear. Go to “Door assembly, rear removal” on page 4-14.
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6. Disconnect the connector (C) from the LVPS card assembly. 7. Remove the LVPS card assembly. Replacement Warning: When replacing the LVPS card assembly, ensure that all connections are replaced. Replacement Warning: When replacing the LVPS card assembly, ensure that the connector pins (D) properly engage the system card.
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LVPS card assembly removal (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) WARNING: When replacing the LVPS card assembly, ensure that the voltage selection switch (E) is set to the proper setting, or damage will occur. 1. Remove the door assembly, rear. Go to “Door assembly, rear removal”...
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6. Disconnect the connector (C) from the LVPS card assembly. 7. Remove the LVPS card assembly. Replacement Warning: When replacing the LVPS card assembly, ensure that all connections are replaced. Replacement Warning: When replacing the LVPS card assembly, ensure that the connector pins (D) properly engage the system card.
Main cooling fan removal “MPF cam gear removal” on page 4-36 “Side cover, left 1. Remove the side cover, left assembly. Go to removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656)” on page 4-67. 2. Remove the six screws (A) securing the metal shield to the machine. 3.
7. Remove the fuser cooling fan connection (C). Main drive motor assembly removal 1. Remove the system card assembly. Go to “System card assembly removal” on page 4-76. 2. Remove the fuser drive release linkage. Go to “Fuser drive release linkage removal” on page 4-22.
6. Disconnect the connection (B) from the main drive motor assembly. Replacement Warning: Ensure that all electrical connections are properly replaced. Replacement Warning: When replacing the main drive motor assembly, ensure that the operator panel door assembly is in the closed position or the main drive motor assembly will not align properly and damage will occur.
Media support removal 1. Gently detach the two bosses (A) of the media support from the machine. 2. Remove the media support. Media turn guide removal 1. Remove the MPF tray door assembly. Go to “MPF tray door assembly removal (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn)”...
MPF cam gear removal “Output cover assembly removal” on page 4-54. 1. Remove the alignment assembly. Go to 2. Release the hook (A) securing the gear to the unit. 3. Remove the MPF cam gear. MPF lift plate assembly removal “Media turn guide removal”...
5. Remove the MPF lift plate assembly. Replacement Warning: When replacing the MPF lift plate assembly, ensure that the lever (C) is held down when reinstalling the MPF lift plate assembly, or damage will occur. Replacement Warning: When replacing the MPF lift plate assembly, ensure that the MPF pick solenoid assembly does not become damaged.
MPF pick solenoid assembly removal Note: The MPF lift plate assembly can be detached and allowed to hang by the harness. The connection does not need to be disconnected. “MPF lift plate assembly removal” on page 4-36. 1. Remove the MPF lift plate assembly. Go to 2.
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5. Remove the screw (B) securing the MPF pick solenoid assembly to the machine. 6. Remove the MPF pick solenoid assembly. 7. Disconnect the connection (C) from the MPF pick solenoid assembly. 4-39 Repair Information...
MPF tray door assembly removal (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) 1. Open the operator panel door assembly. 2. Open the MPF tray door assembly, and position it as shown in the picture. 3. Gently release the two bosses (A) from the slots (B). 4-40 Service Manual...
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4. While holding the MPF tray in its uppermost position, swing the MPF tray door assembly away from the machine to detach the MPF tray from the machine. 4-41 Repair Information...
5. Slide the MPF tray door assembly in the direction of the arrow to detach it from the machine. 6. Remove the MPF tray door assembly. Operator panel latch assembly removal (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) 1. Open the operator panel door assembly. 2.
3. Release the two hooks (B). 4. Remove the operator panel latch assembly. Operator panel door assembly removal (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) Warning: When replacing any of the following components: • Operator panel assembly • System card assembly Only replace one component at a time. Replace the required component and perform a POR before replacing a second component listed above.
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3. Release the three hooks (B) securing the cover to the assembly. 4. Detach the operator panel door assembly from the machine. 5. Remove the black plastic cover. 6. Remove the two screws (C) securing the USB socket to the assembly. 7.
8. Disconnect the connector (D) from the assembly. Operator panel hinge assembly, left removal (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) 1. Remove the operator panel door assembly. Go to “Operator panel door assembly removal (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn)” on page 4-43. 2. Remove the screw (A) securing the cover to the operator panel hinge assembly, left. 3.
9. Remove the pin (G) from the operator panel hinge assembly, left. 10. Remove the operator panel hinge assembly, left. Operator panel hinge assembly, right removal (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) 1. Remove the operator panel door assembly. Go to “Operator panel door assembly removal (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn)”...
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3. Detach the spring (B) from the operator panel hinge assembly, right. 4. Remove the E-clip (C) from the operator panel hinge assembly, right. 5. Remove the pin (D) from the operator panel hinge assembly, right. 4-47 Repair Information...
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6. Remove the operator panel hinge assembly, right. 4-48 Service Manual...
Operator panel door assembly removal (T656) Warning: When replacing any of the following components: • Operator panel assembly • System card assembly Only replace one component at a time. Replace the required component and perform a POR before replacing a second component listed above. If this procedure is not followed, the printer will be rendered inoperable. Never replace two or more of the components listed above without a POR after installing each one or the printer will be rendered inoperable.
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6. Remove eight screws (E) securing the scanner controller cage cover to the cage. An X658 model is represented in the graphic below, however, the card cage cover removal procedure is similar for all models. 7. Remove the printer controller card cage cover. 8.
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9. Lift the operator panel door assembly out of the machine. 4-51 Repair Information...
Operator panel cover latch assembly removal (T656) 1. Lift the operator panel cover assembly. 2. Remove the ten screws (A) securing the operator panel cover latch assembly to the operator panel cover assembly. 3. Remove the operator panel cover latch assembly. Option drive shaft removal 1.
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3. Remove the spring. Replacement Warning: When replacing the option drive shaft, ensure that the plastic hook (A) is not damaged, or the option drive shaft will not remain secured. 4-53 Repair Information...
Pick arm assembly removal 1. Remove the media tray from the machine. 2. Place the machine on the left or right side. 3. Remove the spring (A). 4. Remove the two E-clips (B) securing the pick arm assembly to the machine. 4-55 Repair Information...
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5. Remove the screw (C) securing the pick arm assembly to the machine. 6. Remove the band (D) from the pick arm assembly. 7. Remove the cover from the pick arm assembly. 8. Remove the three connections (E) from the pick arm assembly. 9.
Pick roll assembly removal 1. Remove the media tray. 2. Gently pull the pick arm assembly down, and release the two hooks (A) securing the two pick roll assemblies. 3. Remove the two pick roll assemblies. Replacement Warning: When replacing the pick roll assembly, do not touch the rubber surface. Print cartridge cooling fan removal “Side cover, right removal (5230n/dn)”...
Print cartridge clamp assembly removal Note: This procedure can be applied to the left or right printer cartridge hold down assembly. “Laser cover removal” on page 4-26. 1. Remove the laser cover. Go to 2. Remove the screw (A) securing the print cartridge clamp assembly to the machine. 3.
Print cartridge ID connector assembly removal 1. Remove the print cartridge. “Output cover assembly removal” on page 4-54. 2. Remove the main drive motor assembly. Go to 3. Release the two hooks (A) securing the print cartridge ID connector assembly to the machine. 4.
Printhead assembly removal (5230n/dn) Note: When replacing the printhead assembly, ensure that the printhead is properly calibrated, or print quality “Alignment assembly adjustment” on page 4-4. issues will occur. Go to “Laser cover removal” on page 4-26. 1. Remove the laser cover. Go to 2.
5. Remove the three screws (C) securing the printhead assembly to the machine. 6. Remove the printhead assembly. Replacement Warning: When replacing the printhead assembly, ensure that the printhead is properly calibrated, or print quality issues will occur. Printhead assembly removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656) WARNING: When replacing the printhead assembly, ensure that the printhead skew is properly adjusted, or print quality issues will occur.
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3. Remove the metal cover. 4. Disconnect the connections (B) from the printhead assembly. 5. Remove the four screws (C) securing the printhead assembly to the machine. 6. Remove the printhead assembly. Replacement Warning: When replacing the printhead assembly, ensure that the printhead skew is properly adjusted, or print quality issues will occur.
Redrive assembly removal “Door assembly, rear removal” on page 4-14. 1. Remove the door assembly, rear. Go to 2. Open the fuser access door. 3. Remove the two screws (A) securing the redrive assembly to the machine. 4. Press the two tabs (B) to release the redrive assembly to the machine. 5.
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3. Remove the metal cover. 4. Disconnect the connection (B) from the redrive motor assembly. 5. Disconnect the connection (C) from the sensor (standard media bin full). 4-64 Service Manual...
6. Release the hooks (D) securing the output option interface cable assembly to the machine. 7. Detach the output option cable assembly. 8. Remove the two screws (E) securing the redrive motor assembly to the machine. 9. Remove the redrive motor assembly. Side cover, left removal (5230n/dn) 1.
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3. Remove the cover assembly, rear lower. Go to “Cover assembly, rear lower removal (5230n/dn)” on page 4-12. 4. Remove the four screws (A) securing the side cover, left to the machine. 5. Swing the side cover, left away from the machine. 6.
Side cover, left removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656) 1. Open the MPF tray door assembly. 2. Open the operator panel door assembly. 3. Remove the cover assembly, rear lower. Go to “Cover assembly, rear lower removal (5230n/dn)” on page 4-12 “Cover assembly, rear lower (5350dn and 5530dn)”...
4. Remove the five screws (A) securing the side cover, right to the machine. 5. Remove the side cover, right. Side cover, right removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656) 1. Open the operator panel door assembly. 2. Open the MPF tray door assembly. “Cover assembly, rear lower (5350dn and 5530dn)”...
Sensor (duplex input) removal (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656) “Duplex input sensor assembly removal (5350dn, 1. Remove the duplex input sensor assembly. Go to 5530dn, and T656)” on page 4-19. 2. Release the hooks (A) securing the senor (duplex media path) to the bracket. 3.
Sensor (media level) removal “Operator panel door assembly removal (T656)” on page 4-49. 1. Remove the pick arm assembly. Go to 2. Release the hooks (A) securing the sensor (media level) to the assembly. 3. Remove the sensor (media level). Sensor (media out) removal “Operator panel door assembly removal (T656)”...
Sensor (toner empty) removal “HVPS card assembly removal” on page 4-24. 1. Remove the HVPS card assembly. Go to 2. Remove the screw (A) securing the sensor (toner empty) to the machine. 3. Remove the sensor (toner empty). 4. Disconnect the connection (B) from the sensor (toner empty). Sensor (input) removal “Inner deflector removal”...
Sensor shield assembly removal “Inner deflector removal” on page 4-24. 1. Remove the inner deflector. Go to 2. Gently unsnap the sensor shield assembly from the machine. 3. Remove the sensor shield assembly. Replacement Warning: When replacing the sensor shield assembly, ensure that the spring (A) is properly aligned and the sensor shield assembly opens and closes properly.
Sensor (standard bin exit) removal “Sensor (standard bin exit) removal” on page 4-73. 1. Remove standard bin actuator assembly. Go to 2. Release the hooks (A) securing the sensor (standard bin exit) to the assembly. 3. Remove the sensor (standard bin exit). Sensor (toner density) removal 1.
3. Press the tab (B) to release the standard bin actuator assembly from the machine. 4. Remove the standard bin actuator assembly. Switch (media size) assembly removal “MPF cam gear removal” on page 4-36 “Side cover, left removal 1. Remove the side cover, left. Go to (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656)”...
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6. Release the two hooks (B) securing the switch (media size) assembly to the machine. 7. Remove the switch (media size) assembly. 8. Disconnect the connection (C) from the switch (media size) assembly. 4-75 Repair Information...
System card assembly removal WARNING: When replacing any of the following components: • Operator panel assembly (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) • NVM card assembly (T656 only) • System card assembly (All models) Only replace one component at a time. Replace the required component and perform a POR before replacing a second component listed above.
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4. Remove the metal shield. WARNING: When disconnecting all the electrical connections, ensure that the connectors and harnesses do not become damaged. 5. Disconnect all connections from the system card assembly. Note: There are two fine thread screws and four course thread screws securing the system card assembly to the machine, ensure that these screws are properly reinstalled.
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WARNING: When removing the system card assembly from the machine, ensure that the LVPS assembly connection (C) does not become damaged. 7. Remove the system card assembly. 8. Remove any remaining screws securing the system card assembly to the metal box. 9.
NVM card assembly removal WARNING: When replacing any of the following components: • Operator panel assembly (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) • NVM card assembly (T656 only) • System card assembly (All models) 1. Remove the side cover, left. Go to “Side cover, right removal (5230n/dn)”...
4. Remove the metal shield. 5. Gently remove the NVM card assembly (B) from the machine. Transfer roll assembly removal 1. Open the operator panel door assembly. 2. Remove the print cartridge. 4-80 Service Manual...
3. Gently unsnap the transfer roll assembly from the machine. 4. Remove the transfer roll assembly. Replacement Warning: When replacing the transfer roll assembly, do not touch the foam surface. Transfer roll bracket assembly, left removal 1. Remove the transfer roll assembly. Go to “Transfer roll assembly removal”...
9. Remove the ground wire (F). Replacement Warning: When reinstalling the transfer roll bracket assembly, left, ensure that the bushing (C), spring (D), and ground wire (F) are properly replaced. Transfer roll bracket assembly, right removal 1. Remove the transfer roll assembly. Go to “Transfer roll assembly removal”...
Transfer deflector removal “Transfer roll assembly removal” on page 4-80. 1. Remove the transfer roll assembly. Go to 2. Gently unsnap the transfer deflector from the machine. 3. Remove the transfer deflector. 4. Remove the screw (A) securing the ground wire to the transfer deflector. 5.
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3. Release the spring from the machine. Note: The tray roller catch assembly should be removed from the media tray cabinet. 4. Remove the tray roller catch assembly from the machine. 4-84 Service Manual...
Option removals 5-bin mailbox rear door assembly removal 1. Open the rear door assembly and twist the rear door strap vertical and remove the strap. 2. Pry the rear door hinges out of the bottom hinges and remove. 4-85 Repair Information...
5-bin mailbox left outer cover removal 1. Open the rear door assembly. 2. Grasp the upper rear corner of the left outer cover and pull it off the 5-bin mailbox assembly. 5-bin mailbox left inner cover removal 1. Remove the 5-bin mailbox rear door assembly. Go to “5-bin mailbox rear door assembly removal”...
3. Remove the single screw (A) on the top and the four screws (B) on the inside of the left inner cover. 4. Remove the 5-bin mailbox left inner cover. 5-bin mailbox right outer cover removal 1. Open the rear door assembly. 2.
5-bin mailbox right inner cover removal “5-bin mailbox rear door assembly removal” on 1. Remove the 5-bin mailbox rear door assembly. Go to page 4-85. “5-bin mailbox right outer cover removal” on 2. Remove the 5-bin mailbox right outer cover. Go to page 4-87.
5-bin mailbox top cover removal 1. Open the rear door assembly. 2. Remove the cable cover panel by lifting up on the right side and pull to the right and out. 3. Remove the two screws (A) on each side of the top cover. 4.
5-bin mailbox media bin full actuator removal “5-bin mailbox left inner cover removal” on page 4-86. 1. Remove the 5-bin mailbox left inner cover. Go to 2. Grasp the media bin full actuator and pull the pins from the bosses. 4-90 Service Manual...
5-bin mailbox sensor (pass through) removal “5-bin mailbox left outer cover removal” on page 4-86. 1. Remove the 5-bin mailbox left outer cover. Go to 2. If the lower pass through sensor needs to be removed, first remove the 5-bin mailbox rear door assembly. “5-bin mailbox rear door assembly removal”...
5-bin mailbox sensor (media bin empty) removal “5-bin mailbox left outer cover removal” on page 4-86. 1. Remove the 5-bin mailbox left outer cover. Go to 2. Release the connecting tabs on the sensor (media bin empty) and remove from its bracket. 3.
5-bin mailbox controller card assembly removal “5-bin mailbox left outer cover removal” on page 4-86. 1. Remove the 5-bin mailbox left outer cover. Go to 2. Disconnect all the harnesses from the 5-bin mailbox controller card assembly. 3. Remove the two screws (A) securing the controller card assembly to the 5-bin mailbox assembly. 4.
5-bin mailbox static brush mylar assembly removal “5-bin mailbox top cover removal” on page 4-89. 1. Remove the 5-bin mailbox top cover. Go to 2. Carefully flex the 5-bin mailbox static brush mylar assembly to detach the hinges on each side. 3.
5-bin mailbox media bin fifth deflector removal “5-bin mailbox rear door assembly removal” on page 4-85. 1. Remove the rear door assembly. Go to 2. With a spring hook, carefully remove the upper deflector gate spring and for ease of reassembly, temp 3.
5-bin mailbox media bin first through fourth deflector removal “5-bin mailbox rear door assembly removal” on page 4-85. 1. Remove the rear door assembly. Go to 2. Using a springhook, remove the deflector spring from the deflector. 3. Unsnap each side of the deflector and remove. Replacement Note: The static brush mylar assembly is attached to the media bin fifth deflector.
5-bin mailbox media bin extension assembly removal 1. Fully extend the media bin extension. 2. Release the two tabs on the underside of the extension and pull out the rest of the way. 5-bin mailbox deflector gate solenoid removal 1. Remove the 5-bin mailbox right outer cover. Go to “5-bin mailbox right outer cover removal”...
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4. Remove the screw (A) securing the appropriate 5-bin mailbox deflector gate solenoid. 5. Remove and unroute the cable to the deflector gate solenoid. 6. Disconnect the proper deflector gate solenoid harness from the controller card. Note: To ease the cable unrouting, cut the appropriate cable. 4-98 Service Manual...
5-bin mailbox transport solenoid removal “5-bin mailbox left outer cover removal” on page 4-86. 1. Remove the 5-bin mailbox left outer cover. Go to 2. Disconnect J15 at the controller card. 3. Remove the screw (A) securing the 5-bin mailbox transport solenoid to the left frame. 4.
5-bin mailbox sensor (deflector gate HP) removal “5-bin mailbox left inner cover removal” on page 4-86. 1. Remove the 5-bin left inner cover. Go to 2. Remove the following harnesses from the controller card: J14 A and B, J2, and J11. 3.
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4. Remove the four screws (B) securing the left frame assembly to the 5-bin mailbox assembly. 5. Move the left frame assembly out of the way. 6. Remove the 5-bin mailbox sensor (deflector gate HP) by pressing the tabs. 4-101 Repair Information...
7. Disconnect the harness from the 5-bin mailbox sensor (deflector gate HP). 250-sheet option tray assembly Note: Carefully remove the base machine from the input option tray assembly before proceeding. 4-102 Service Manual...
250-sheet media tray assembly removal Note: This removal procedure can be applied to 250-sheet option drawer assembly. Remove the 250-sheet media tray assembly from the 250-sheet option drawer assembly. 250-sheet pick arm bracket assembly removal Note: Carefully remove the base machine from the input option tray assembly before proceeding. 1.
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3. Remove the three screws (A) securing the 250-sheet pick arm bracket assembly to the drawer. 4. Remove the 250-sheet pick arm bracket assembly. 4-104 Service Manual...
250-sheet media out actuator removal Note: Carefully remove the base machine from the input option tray assembly before proceeding. “250-sheet pick arm bracket assembly 1. Remove the 250-sheet pick arm bracket assembly. Go to removal” on page 4-103. 2. Release the hook (A) securing the 250-sheet media out actuator to the 250-sheet pick arm bracket assembly.
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4. Remove the four screws (A) securing the 250-sheet frame assembly to the drawer. 5. Remove the 250-sheet frame assembly. 4-106 Service Manual...
250-sheet controller card assembly removal “250-sheet frame assembly removal” on page 4-105. 1. Remove the 250-sheet frame assembly. Go to 2. Disconnect the three connectors from the 250-sheet controller card assembly. 3. Remove the three screws (B) securing the 250-sheet controller card assembly to the 250-sheet frame. 4.
550-sheet option tray assembly Note: Carefully remove the base machine from the input option tray assembly before proceeding. 550-sheet media tray assembly removal Note: This removal procedure can be applied to 550-sheet option drawer assembly. Remove the 550-sheet media tray assembly from the 550-sheet option drawer assembly. 4-108 Service Manual...
550-sheet pick arm bracket assembly removal “Media out actuator removal (models 5350dn 1. Remove the 550-sheet media tray assembly. Go to and 5530dn)” on page 4-159. 2. Remove the two 550-sheet pick arm bracket assembly cable connectors (A) from the 550-sheet controller card assembly.
550-sheet bellcrank recoil spring removal “550-sheet pick arm bracket assembly 1. Remove the 550-sheet pick arm bracket assembly. Go to removal” on page 4-109. 2. Remove the 550-sheet bellcrank recoil spring from the 550-sheet pick arm bracket assembly. 4-110 Service Manual...
550-sheet frame assembly removal Note: The 550-sheet frame assembly is not a FRU. “550-sheet pick arm bracket assembly 1. Remove the 550-sheet pick arm bracket assembly. Go to removal” on page 4-109. 2. Release the hooks securing the sensor (pass through) to the drawer. 3.
5. Remove the 550-sheet frame assembly. 550-sheet controller card assembly removal “Media size actuator removal” on page 4-160. 1. Remove the 550-sheet frame assembly. Go to 2. Disconnect the three connectors from the 550-sheet controller card assembly. 4-112 Service Manual...
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3. Remove the three screws (A) securing the 550-sheet controller card assembly to the 550-sheet frame. 4. Remove the 550-sheet controller card assembly. 4-113 Repair Information...
550-sheet option drive shaft with spring removal “Media size actuator removal” on page 4-160. 1. Remove the 550-sheet frame assembly. Go to 2. Pinch the two hooks (A) on the cap, and detach it from the 550-sheet frame. 3. Pull the drive roll gear (B), the shaft with spring (C), and the bevel out through the opening. 4.
2. Turn the drawer upside down, and unsnap the two hooks (A) securing the anti-tip latch assembly to the drawer with a flathead screwdriver. Note: The hooks might break when detaching the anti-tip assembly from the drawer. 3. Remove the anti-tip latch assembly. High capacity input tray (HCIT) Note: Carefully remove the HCIT from the base machine and the caster base before proceeding.
High capacity input tray (HCIT) media tray assembly removal 1. Open the HCIT media tray assembly until it reaches a stop. 2. Press the latches (A) on the left and right sides of the HCIT tray slides. 3. Slide the HCIT media tray assembly out of the drawer. 4-116 Service Manual...
High capacity input tray (HCIT) tray cover, front removal 1. Open the HCIT media tray assembly until it reaches a stop. 2. Remove the six screws (A) securing the HCIT tray cover, front to the HCIT media tray assembly. 4-117 Repair Information...
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3. Remove the HCIT tray cover, front. 4-118 Service Manual...
High capacity input tray (HCIT) cover, rear removal “High capacity input tray (HCIT) media tray assembly 1. Remove the HCIT media tray assembly. Go to removal” on page 4-116. 2. Remove the four screws (A) securing the HCIT cover, rear to the drawer. 4-119 Repair Information...
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3. Remove the HCIT cover, rear. 4-120 Service Manual...
High capacity input tray (HCIT) cover, right removal Note: Carefully remove the base machine from the HCIT tray assembly before proceeding. Note: Before removing the HCIT right cover, first remove the right side anti-tip latch assembly. Go to “High capacity input tray (HCIT) anti-tip latch assembly removal” on page 4-124.
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3. Remove the HCIT cover, right. 4-122 Service Manual...
High capacity input tray (HCIT) cover, left removal Note: Carefully remove the base machine from the HCIT tray assembly before proceeding. Note: Before removing the HCIT cover, left, first remove the left side anti-tip latch assembly. Go to “High capacity input tray (HCIT) anti-tip latch assembly removal” on page 4-124.
3. Remove the HCIT cover, left. High capacity input tray (HCIT) anti-tip latch assembly removal Note: Carefully remove the base machine from the HCIT tray assembly before proceeding. The left and right anti-tip latch assemblies are the same, and only one is in a package. The instructions below are for removing the left latch;...
1. Remove the HCIT cover, left. Go to “High capacity input tray (HCIT) cover, left removal” on page 4-123. Note: The left side anti-tip assembly will come off when removing the HCIT cover, left. High capacity input tray (HCIT) drawer slide assembly removal The left and right drawer slide assemblies are the same, and only one is in a package.
3. Remove the HCIT drawer slide. High capacity input tray (HCIT) tray lift drive motor assembly removal Note: Carefully remove the base machine from the HCIT tray assembly before proceeding. 1. Remove the HCIT cover, right. Go to “High capacity input tray (HCIT) cover, right removal” on page 4-121.
5. Remove the HCIT tray lift drive motor assembly. High capacity input tray (HCIT) controller card assembly removal Note: Carefully remove the base machine from the HCIT tray assembly before proceeding. 1. Remove the HCIT cover, left. Go to “High capacity input tray (HCIT) cover, left removal” on page 4-123.
3. Remove the three screws (A) securing the HCIT controller card assembly. 4. Remove the HCIT controller card assembly and the shield. High capacity input tray (HCIT) media size actuator assembly removal Note: Carefully remove the base machine from the HCIT tray assembly before proceeding. 1.
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4. Snap loose the actuator switch (C) and remove. 5. Remove the four screws (D) securing the card mount option with the media size actuator to the frame. 4-129 Repair Information...
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6. Remove the card mount option with the media size actuator. Re-installation note: 1. Re-install the card mount option with the media size actuator to the frame by inserting the leftmost part of it through the hole, and then securing it with the four screws. 2.
High capacity input tray (HCIT) pick arm bracket assembly removal Note: Carefully remove the base machine from the HCIT tray assembly before proceeding. “High capacity input tray (HCIT) cover, left removal” on page 4-123. 1. Remove the HCIT cover, left. Go to 2.
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4. Remove the five screws (A) securing the HCIT pick arm bracket assembly. 5. Remove the HCIT pick arm bracket assembly from the drawer by slightly lifting and removing it. 4-132 Service Manual...
High capacity input tray (HCIT) tray closed latch with spring removal The left and right tray closed latches with springs are the same, and only one is in a package. The instructions below are for removing the left latch; removing the right latch has similar instructions. 1.
High capacity stacker rear door assembly removal 1. Open the rear door assembly. 2. Remove the rear door strap by twisting vertically and pulling it out of the slot. 3. Remove the rear door assembly from the hinges by gently prying the hinges off the bosses. 4-134 Service Manual...
High capacity stacker right cover removal “High capacity stacker rear door assembly 1. Remove the high capacity stacker rear door assembly. Go to removal” on page 4-134. 2. Using a #1 phillips screwdriver, remove the three screws (A) securing the right cover to the high capacity stacker assembly.
High capacity stacker left cover removal “High capacity stacker rear door assembly 1. Remove the high capacity stacker rear door assembly. Go to removal” on page 4-134. 2. Using a #1 phillips screwdriver, remove the three screws (A) securing the left cover to the high capacity stacker assembly.
High capacity stacker media output bin assembly removal 1. Remove both the high capacity stacker media output bin recoil springs. 2. Remove the high capacity stacker standard output bin LED. 3. Carefully spread the left side of the high capacity stacker assembly and maneuver the media output bin from the assembly.
High capacity stacker controller card cover panel removal “High capacity stacker media output bin assembly 1. Remove the media output bin assembly. Go to removal” on page 4-137. 2. Remove the two screws (A) securing the controller card cover panel on the rear of the assembly. 3.
High capacity stacker switch (media bin HP) removal “High capacity stacker controller 1. Remove the high capacity stacker controller card cover panel. Go to card cover panel removal” on page 4-138. 2. Remove the two screws (A) securing the high capacity stacker switch (media bin HP) to the left frame. 3.
High capacity stacker sensor (media bin full) assembly removal “High capacity stacker controller 1. Remove the high capacity stacker controller card cover panel. Go to card cover panel removal” on page 4-138. 2. Release the tabs securing the high capacity stacker sensor (media bin full) assembly to the left frame. 3.
3. Remove the bracket from the frame and disconnect the sensor (media bin full) and media bin full actuator. High capacity stacker controller card assembly (upper and lower) removal 1. Remove the high capacity stacker controller card cover panel. Go to “High capacity stacker controller card cover panel removal”...
High capacity stacker right frame removal 1. Remove the right media output bin recoil spring. 2. Remove the four screws (A) securing the right frame to the high capacity stacker assembly. 3. Carefully remove the right frame. Note: When installing the right frame, make sure the media output bin assembly is aligned properly. 4-142 Service Manual...
High capacity stacker left frame removal 1. Remove the left media output bin recoil spring. 2. Remove the two screws (A) securing the switch (media bin HP) to the left frame. 3. Remove the high capacity stacker standard output bin LED. 4.
Note: When installing the left frame, make sure the media output bin assembly is aligned properly. High capacity stacker upper deflector gate removal 1. Remove the rear door assembly. Go to “High capacity stacker rear door assembly removal” on page 4-134.
3. Unsnap each side of the deflector gate and remove. High capacity stacker sensor (pass through) removal 1. Remove the rear door assembly. Go to “High capacity stacker rear door assembly removal” on page 4-134. 2. Using needle-nose pliers or your finger, pull out and downward on the sensor (pass through) until the sensor unsnaps.
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4. Disconnect the sensor (pass through) harness from the controller card and remove the sensor. 4-146 Service Manual...
High capacity stacker left mounting bracket removal “High capacity stacker left cover removal” on page 4-136. 1. Remove the high capacity stacker left cover. 2. Remove the eight screws (A) securing the high capacity stacker left mounting bracket. 3. Pull the bracket up and let it rest on the assembly with the cables intact. 4-147 Repair Information...
High capacity stacker sensor (deflector gate HP) removal “High capacity stacker left mounting 1. Remove the high capacity stacker left mounting bracket. Go to bracket removal” on page 4-147. 2. Remove the harness from the sensor. 3. Unclip the sensor tabs and remove. 4-148 Service Manual...
Installing / Removing the RFID UHF option 1. RFID UHF option components: 1. RFID UHF Option 2. Firmware card 3. User Flash card 4. Fuser wiper 5. Interface card, plastic tee, screw 6. RFID cable 7. Documentation CD 2. Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet, and then disconnect all cables from the printer. 4-149 Repair Information...
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3. Open the system board door, and loosen the screw on the system board cover. Remove the cover. 4. Install the firmware card into the system board. 4-150 Service Manual...
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5. Install the flash card into the system board. 4-151 Repair Information...
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6. Remove the metal cover from the system card opening. 7. Locate the interface card mounting area on the system board. 4-152 Service Manual...
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8. Snap the plastic tee card holder into place on the system board. 9. Angle the interface card through the connector opening. 10. Insert the interface card into the plastic tee card holder. 4-153 Repair Information...
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11. Insert the long thumbscrew into the hole in the interface card. Turn it just enough to hold the card in place. Do not tighten yet. 12. Insert the screws to secure the mounting bracket to the system board. 13. Tighten the thumbscrew, and insert the interface card plug into the blue connector on the system board. 4-154 Service Manual...
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14. Replace the system board cover. 15. Lift the printer off the 250/550 sheet optional drawer, place the RFID option on top of the drawer, and place the printer on top of the RFID option. 4-155 Repair Information...
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16. Unpack the RFID cable, and attach between the RFID option and the interface card. Reconnect all printer cables. 17. Remove the old fuser wiper (or blank). 4-156 Service Manual...
18. Install the new wiper. Turn the printer on. 19. To remove the RFID UHF option, reverse the order of installation. Lower interface cable assembly removal 1. Remove the 550-sheet frame assembly. Go to “Media size actuator removal” on page 4-160.
Media size actuator removal Note: Carefully remove the base machine from the input option tray assembly before proceeding. “250-sheet controller card assembly removal” 1. Remove the 250-sheet controller card assembly. Go to on page 4-107. 2. Remove the screw (A) securing the media size actuator to the 250-sheet frame. 3.
Media tray catch spring removal “250-sheet frame assembly removal” on page 4-105. 1. Remove the 250-sheet frame assembly. Go to 2. Turn the drawer upside down to access the media tray catch spring. 3. Release the media tray catch spring. Media out actuator removal (models 5350dn and 5530dn) 1.
Media size actuator removal “550-sheet controller card assembly removal” 1. Remove the 550-sheet controller card assembly. Go to on page 4-112. 2. Remove the screw (A) securing the media size actuator to the 550-sheet frame. 3. Remove the media size actuator. Media tray catch spring removal 1.
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1. Remove the media tray catch spring. Go to “Media tray catch spring removal” on page 4-160. 2. Remove the tray roller catch assembly from the drawer. 4-161 Repair Information...
Output expander rear door assembly removal 1. Open the rear door assembly. 2. Hold the door to approximately 45° angle, and force out the left hinge and slide the right hinge out to remove the door. Output expander left outer cover removal 1.
Output expander left inner cover removal “Output expander left outer cover removal” on 1. Remove the output expander left outer cover. Go to page 4-162. 2. Remove the screw (A) securing the left inner cover. 3. Holding the rear of the left inner cover, pull out while simultaneously separating it from the option. Output expander right outer cover removal 1.
Output expander right inner cover removal “Output expander right outer cover removal” on 1. Remove the output expander right outer cover. Go to page 4-163. 2. Remove the screw (A) securing the right inner cover to the unit. 3. At the rear of the right inner cover, pull out from the option and remove the right inner cover. Output expander media bin latch (left and right) removal 1.
Output expander media output bin assembly removal “Output expander media bin latch 1. Remove the left and right output expander media bin latches. Go to (left and right) removal” on page 4-164. “Output expander sensor (pass through) removal” on 2. Remove the standard output bin LED. Go to page 4-170.
Output expander sensors (media bin full) assembly removal “Output expander left inner cover removal” on 1. Remove the output bin left inner cover. Go to page 4-163. 2. Untwist the sensor harnesses from the cable guide. 3. Release the tabs securing the sensors (media bin full) and remove. Replacement Note: Be sure to replace the sensors in the correct order.
Output expander sensor (media bin full) bracket assembly removal “Output expander left inner cover removal” on 1. Remove the output expander left inner cover. Go to page 4-163. 2. Grasp the sensor bracket and pull away from the option while releasing the tab. 3.
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2. Remove the screw (A) on the back side of the option. 3. Remove the grounding screw (B) on the right output option frame guide the grounding cable through the hole in the frame. 4. Carefully flex the panel from the lower middle and pull the four tab (C) out of the frame and remove. 4-168 Service Manual...
Output expander controller card removal “Output expander controller card cover 1. Remove the output expander controller card cover panel. Go to panel removal” on page 4-167. 2. Disconnect all harnesses from the controller card. 3. Remove the two screws (A) securing the controller card to the frame. 4.
Output expander deflector gate removal 1. Use a spring hook to disconnect the upper end of the deflector gate spring. 2. Temporarily hook the upper end of the deflector gate spring to the left frame. 3. Pull the deflector gate out of its hinges and remove. 4-171 Repair Information...
Output expander sensor (deflector gate HP) removal “Output expander left inner cover removal” on 1. Remove the output expander left inner cover. Go to page 4-163. 2. Remove the four screws securing the left frame assembly to the option. 3. Pull the left frame assembly out far enough to gain access to the sensor (deflector gate HP). 4.
SFP stapler assembly rear door assembly removal 1. Open the rear door assembly. 2. Force the left hinge out of the slot by pushing the door to the right. 3. Once the left hinge has been disengaged, pull the right hinge out. 4.
SFP stapler assembly left cover removal 1. Remove the two screws (A) on the inside of the exit bin compartment securing the left cover. 2. Pull out on the front side of the left cover to disengage the tabs. 3. Remove the left cover. 4-174 Service Manual...
SFP stapler assembly top cover removal “SFP stapler assembly left cover removal” on page 4-174 1. Remove the left and right cover. Go to “SFP stapler assembly right cover removal” on page 4-173. 2. Remove the two screws (A) from the left and right side of the top cover. 3.
SFP stapler assembly handle cover removal “SFP stapler assembly left cover removal” on page 4-174 1. Remove the left and right cover. Go to “SFP stapler assembly right cover removal” on page 4-173. 2. Remove two screws (A) from each side of the SFP stapler assembly. 3.
SFP stapler assembly LED sensor cover removal 1. Remove the screw (A) securing the LED sensor cover to the underside of the output bin. 2. Remove the output bin LED. Go to “SFP stapler assembly standard output bin LED and LED clear lens removal”...
4. Remove the LED sensor cover. SFP stapler assembly sensor (finisher bin media present) removal 1. Remove the LED sensor cover. Go to “SFP stapler assembly LED sensor cover removal” on page 4-177. 2. Using a flat-blade screwdriver, release the tabs (A) on the sensor and remove it from the sensor cover. 3.
SFP stapler assembly standard output bin LED and LED clear lens removal “SFP stapler assembly LED sensor cover removal” on 1. Remove the LED sensor cover. Go to page 4-177. 2. Remove the two screws (A) securing the LED to the cover. 3.
SFP stapler assembly tamper drive belt removal “SFP stapler assembly tamper drive belt removal” on 1. Remove the tamper recoil spring. Go to page 4-180. 2. Pull the belt out the tamper belt holder and remove the belt from the pulley. 4-180 Service Manual...
SFP stapler assembly tamper drive motor assembly removal “SFP stapler assembly top cover removal” on page 4-175. 1. Remove the top cover. Go to 2. Pull slack in the tamper drive belt and remove the belt from the tamper drive belt pulley. 3.
SFP stapler assembly media stack flap and media stack flap actuator removal “SFP stapler assembly handle cover removal” on page 4-176. 1. Remove the handle cover. Go to 2. Release the locking tab and slide the media stack flap actuator to the right and remove. 4-182 Service Manual...
SFP stapler assembly stapler unit assembly removal “SFP stapler assembly right cover removal” on page 4-173. 1. Remove the right cover. Go to 2. Remove the four cable harnesses attached to the stapler unit assembly. 3. Remove the three screws (A) securing the stapler unit assembly. 4.
SFP stapler assembly paddle drive motor assembly removal “SFP stapler assembly left cover removal” on page 4-174. 1. Remove the left cover. Go to 2. Disconnect the paddle motor harness from the controller card. 3. Remove the cable from the harness clip. 4.
SFP stapler assembly sensor (media stack) removal “SFP stapler assembly top cover removal” on page 4-175. 1. Remove the top cover. Go to 2. Disconnect the harness to the sensor (media stack). 3. Using your fingers, pinch tab (A) securing the sensor (media stack) and remove. 4-185 Repair Information...
SFP stapler assembly sensor (paddle HP) removal “SFP stapler assembly left cover removal” on page 4-174. 1. Remove the left cover. Go to 2. Disconnect the harness to the sensor (paddle home position). 3. Using your fingers, pinch tab (A) securing the sensor (paddle home position) and remove. 4-186 Service Manual...
SFP stapler assembly sensor (stapler access door interlock) removal “SFP stapler assembly right cover removal” on page 4-173. 1. Remove the right cover. Go to 2. Disconnect the harness to the sensor (stapler access door interlock). 3. Using your fingers, pinch tab (A) securing the sensor (stapler access door interlock) and remove. 4-187 Repair Information...
SFP stapler assembly sensor (tamper HP left and right) removal “SFP stapler assembly top cover removal” on 1. Remove the SFP stapler assembly top cover. Go to page 4-175. 2. Disconnect the harness to the SFP stapler assembly sensor (tamper HP left and right). 3.
SFP stapler assembly sensor (bin full send) removal “Stapler/stacker controller card assembly 1. Remove the stapler/stacker controller card assembly. Go to removal” on page 4-193. 2. Remove the two screws (A) securing the staple finisher sensor (bin full send). 3. Disconnect the harness and remove. 4-189 Repair Information...
SFP stapler assembly sensor (bin full receive) removal “SFP stapler assembly right cover removal” on page 4-173. 1. Remove the right cover. Go to 2. Remove the two screws (A) securing the sensor (bin full receive). 3. Disconnect the harness and remove. SFP stapler assembly sensor (media in stapler) removal “SFP stapler assembly stapler unit assembly 1.
3. Using needlenose pliers, carefully grip the sensor and pull it out and disconnect the harness. Replacement Notes: Using needlenose pliers, place the rear most tab in the sensor bracket first. Then push on the rear face of the sensor until the other two tabs snap into place. SFP stapler assembly sensor (deflector HP) removal 1.
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3. Release the tabs (A) securing the sensor to the unit. Note: The tabs may be difficult to access. The use of a spring hook or flat-blade screwdriver may be necessary to release the tabs. 4-192 Service Manual...
Stapler/stacker controller card assembly removal “SFP stapler assembly left cover removal” on page 4-174. 1. Remove the left cover. Go to 2. Disconnect all harnesses to the controller card. 3. Remove the three screws (A) securing the stapler/stacker controller card assembly. 4.
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2. Disconnect the sensor (HCIT tray raised HP) cable connector from the HCIT controller card assembly. Note: Remove the cable from the restraints, and observe the routing for reinstallation. 4-194 Service Manual...
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3. Remove the screw (A) securing the sensor to the rear frame. 4. Release the hooks (B) securing the sensor to the rear frame. 5. Remove the sensor (HCIT tray raised HP). 4-195 Repair Information...
Sensor (HCIT pass through) with cable removal Note: Carefully remove the base machine from the HCIT tray assembly before proceeding. “High capacity input tray (HCIT) cover, left removal” on page 4-123. 1. Remove the HCIT cover, left. Go to 2. Disconnect the sensor (HCIT pass through) cable connector from the HCIT controller card assembly. Note: Remove the cable restraint, and observe the routing for reinstallation.
Sensor (pass through) with cable removal “250-sheet frame assembly removal” on page 4-105. 1. Remove the 250-sheet frame assembly. Go to 2. Disconnect the sensor (pass through) cable connector from the 250-sheet controller card. 3. Remove the sensor (pass through) with cable. Sensor (pass through) with cable removal 1.
2. Remove the tray roller catch assembly from the drawer. Tray roller catch assembly removal 1. Remove the media tray catch spring. Go to “Media tray catch spring removal” on page 4-159. 2. Remove the tray roller catch assembly from the drawer. 4-198 Service Manual...
Upper interface cable assembly removal “Media size actuator removal” on page 4-160. 1. Remove the 550-sheet frame assembly. Go to 2. Disconnect the upper interface cable connector (A) from the 550-sheet controller card. 3. Release the two hooks (B) securing the options auto connect to the 550-sheet frame. 4.
5. Connector locations and connections Connections A wiring diagram showing connector locations will be inserted here at a later date. Connector locations and connections...
Damaged, missing, or altered parts, especially in the area of the on/off switch and the power supply. • Damaged, missing, or altered covers, especially in the area of the top cover and the power supply cover. • Possible safety exposure from any non-Dell attachments. Lubrication specifications No requirements for this printer. Individual maintenance part expected life...
Scheduled maintenance Maintenance kit The operator panel displays the message 80 Scheduled Maintenance at required maintenance intervals. It is necessary to replace the fuser assembly, transfer roller, charge roll, and pick tires at this interval to maintain the print quality and reliability of the printer. The parts are available as a maintenance kit with the following part numbers: Maintenance Description...
• PP: (Parts Packet) in the parts description column indicates the part is contained in a parts packet. Model information used in the parts catalog. Configuration Machine type MFG Model / Dell Model T650n / 5230n/dn Network 4062-01A 4062-21A T652n...
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Assembly 1: Covers Asm- Part Units/ Units/ kit Description Index number mach or pkg 40X4332 Door assembly, rear (5230n/dn) 40X4329 Door assembly, rear (5350dn) 40X4331 Door assembly, rear (5530dn and T656) 40X4334 Cover assembly, rear lower (5230n/dn) 40X4335 Cover assembly, rear lower (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656) 40X4338 Side cover, right (5230n/dn) 40X1862...
Assembly 2: 5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn Operator panel Service Manual...
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Assembly 2: 5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn Operator panel Asm- Part Units/ Units/ kit Description Index number mach or pkg 40X4366 Operator panel cable assembly (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) 40X4462 Operator panel door assembly (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) 40X4380 Counterbalance spring (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) 40X4397 Operator panel hinge assembly, right (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn) 40X4616...
Assembly 4: Drive motor assemblies and duplex Service Manual...
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Assembly 4: Drive motor assemblies and duplex Asm- Part Units/ Units/ kit Description Index number mach or pkg 40X4465 Redrive assembly (5230n/dn) 40X4466 Redrive assembly (5350dn) 40X4467 Redrive assembly (5530dn and T656) 40X4344 Duplex drive motor assembly (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656) 40X4346 Duplex assembly with 2 belts and 2 pulleys (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656) 40X4351...
Assembly 5: Media path and ducts 7-10 Service Manual...
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Assembly 5: Media path and ducts Asm- Part Units/ Units/ kit Description Index number mach or pkg 40X4384 EP cooling fan duct 40X4390 Machine pad 40X1869 Transfer deflector with static brush 40X1889 Duplex deletion assembly (5350dn and 5530dn) 40X4387 Inner deflector (5230n/dn) 40X4388 Inner deflector (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656) 40X1900...
Assembly 6: Printhead, charge, and transfer 7-12 Service Manual...
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Assembly 6: Printhead, charge, and transfer Asm- Part Units/ Units/ kit Description Index number mach or pkg 40X4464 Printhead with cable assembly (5350dn and 5530dn) 40X7040 Printhead with cable assembly (T656) 40X1865 Printhead cable (5350dn, 5530dn, and T656) 40X4463 Printhead with cable assembly (5230n/dn) 40X4367 Printhead cable assembly (5230n/dn) 40X4317...
Assembly 14: SFP stapler assembly #2 7-28 Service Manual...
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Assembly 14: SFP stapler assembly #2 Asm- Part Units/ Units/ kit Description Index number mach or pkg 40X4612 Handle cover 40X4613 Rear door assembly 40X5910 Stapler cover 40X4610 Right cover 40X5544 Sensor (bin full receive) 40X4617 Finisher bin spring 40X5545 Standard output bin LED 40X5727 LED clear lens...
Assembly 15: SFP stapler assembly #3 7-30 Service Manual...
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Assembly 15: SFP stapler assembly #3 Asm- Part Units/ Units/ kit Description Index number mach or pkg 40X4645 Media stack flap actuator 40X4646 Media stack flap 40X4369 Sensor (media stack) 40X4621 Left tamper motor assembly 40X4622 Right tamper motor assembly 40X4624 Tamper recoil spring 40X4369...
Assembly 16: SFP stapler assembly #4 7-32 Service Manual...
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Assembly 16: SFP stapler assembly #4 Asm- Part Units/ Units/ kit Description Index number mach or pkg 40X4641 Stapler assembly 40X5909 Sensor (media in stapler) 7-33 Parts catalog...
Assembly 17: 5-bin mailbox #1 7-34 Service Manual...
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Assembly 17: 5-bin mailbox #1 Asm- Part Units/ Units/ kit Description Index number mach or pkg 40X5550 Complete 5 bin mailbox unit assembly 40X5708 Top cover 40X5709 Rear door assembly 40X5712 Right outer cover 40X5713 Right inner cover 40X5756 Output bin LED bracket 40X5717 Output bin LED assembly 40X5714...
Assembly 21: Envelope feeder and external duplex 7-42 Service Manual...
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Assembly 21: Envelope feeder and external duplex Asm- Part Units/ Units/ kit Description Index number mach or pkg 40X5739 Envelope feeder (5230n/dn, 5350dn, and 5530dn only - will not fit the T656) 40X5904 External duplex 7-43 Parts catalog...
Assembly 22: RFID UHF Option assembly Asm- Part Units/ Units/ kit Description Index number mach or pkg 40X1483 US RFID UHF option assembly including: A. RFID UHF option B. Firmware card C. User flash card D. Fuser wiper E. Interface card, plastic tee, screw F.
Assembly 23: Miscellaneous Asm- Part Units/ Units/ kit Description Index number mach or pkg 40X5903 Relocation kit 40X4723 Printer maintenance kit (100 V type 1 fuser) 40X4724 Printer maintenance kit (110 V type 1 fuser) 40X4765 Printer maintenance kit (220 V type 1 fuser) 40X4766 Printer maintenance kit (100 V type 2 fuser) 40X4767...
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Assembly 23 (continued): Miscellaneous Asm- Part Units/ Units/ kit Description Index number mach or pkg 40X4823 Parallel 1284-B interface card 40X1367 10-Foot parallel printer cable 40X2665 Fuser oil wiper (black housing) 40X2666 Fuser wax wiper (gray housing) 40X1368 2-Meter USB printer cable 7-46 Service Manual...
Assembly 24: Power cords Asm- Part Units/ Units/ kit Description Index number mach or pkg 40X0269 Power cord LV, USA & Canada, Latin America 40X0288 Power cord HV, Argentina 40X1766 Power cord HV, Bolivia & Peru 40X0273 Power cord HV, Chile, Uruguay 40X3141 Power cord HV, Paraguay, Austria, Belgium, France, Germany, Italy, Netherlands, Bluemark, Czech &...
Assembly 25: Universal trays and accessories Asm- Part Units/ Units/ kit Description Index number mach or pkg 40X5857 Universal media drawer with tray, 200 sheet 40X5858 Universal media tray, 200 sheet 40X5859 Universal media drawer with tray, 400 sheet 40X5860 Universal media tray, 400 sheet 40X5945 33”...
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Index Numerics diagnostic information confirm the installation status 5-bin mailbox Power-on Reset sequence 3-18 output sensor test diagnostics 2-14 error code table diagnostics menu acronyms 3-30 accessing adjustments 3-31 available tests fuser solenoid 3-42 BASE SENSOR TEST gap adjustment DEVICE TESTS 3-43 Disk Test/Clean 3-36...
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3-33 3-37 REGISTRATION DRAM Test 3-34 3-93 Quick Test Duplex diagnostics mode duplex tests 3-14 3-40 accessing Duplex Feed 1 3-14 3-40 available tests Duplex Feed 2 3-19 3-39 BASE SENSOR TEST Left Margin 3-14 3-39 DUPLEX TESTS Motor Test 3-14 3-12 3-38...
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3-13 3-38 duplex 3-33 simplex (front side) 3-88 unique tools upper front cover parts catalog 3-59 USB speed 3-21 3-46 warm up time 3-57 Wipe Disk 3-58 Wiper Message Service Manual...
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Print defects guide Page 1 of 1 Print defects guide Match a set of repeating defects on a print job to the marks on one of the vertical lines. The line that best matches the defects on the print job indicates which particular part may be causing the defect. For example, the distance between these two marks represents a repeating defect that occurs every 28.3 mm (1.11 in.), which means the charge rollers may need to be replaced.