Samsung ML-1630 manual Solving other problems, Paper feeding problems, Printing problems

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Solving other problems

The following chart lists some conditions that may occur and the recommended solutions. Follow the suggested solutions until the problem is corrected. If the problem persists, please call for service.

Paper feeding problems

Condition

 

Suggested solutions

 

 

Paper is jammed

Clear the paper jam. (See "Clearing paper

during printing.

jams" on page 7.1.)

 

 

 

Paper sticks

Ensure that there is not too much paper in the

together.

 

tray. The tray can hold up to 100 sheets of

 

 

paper.

 

Make sure that you are using the correct type

 

 

of paper. (See "Specifications on print

 

 

media" on page 4.3.)

 

Remove paper from the tray and flex or fan

 

 

the paper.

 

Humid conditions may cause some paper to

 

 

stick together.

 

 

 

Multiple sheets of

Different types of paper may be stacked in the

paper do not

 

tray. Load paper of only one type, size, and

feed.

 

weight.

 

If multiple sheets have caused a paper jam,

 

 

clear the paper jam. (See "Clearing paper

 

 

jams" on page 7.1.)

 

 

 

Paper does not

Paper has not been loaded correctly. Remove

feed into the

 

paper from the tray and reload it correctly.

machine.

There is too much paper in the tray. Remove

 

 

excess paper from the tray.

 

The paper is too thick. Turn the paper around

 

 

or upside down, and try again. Use only paper

 

 

that meets the specifications required by the

 

 

machine. (See "Specifications on print

 

 

media" on page 4.3.)

 

Remove any obstructions from inside the

 

 

machine.

 

 

 

The paper keeps

There is too much paper in the tray. Remove

jamming.

 

excess paper from the tray.

 

An incorrect type of paper is being used. Use

 

 

only paper that meets the specifications

 

 

required by the machine. (See "Specifications

 

 

on print media" on page 4.3.)

 

There may be debris inside the machine.

 

 

Open the top cover and remove the debris.

 

 

 

Printing problems

Condition

Possible cause

Suggested solutions

 

 

 

 

The machine is not

Check the power cord

 

receiving power.

connections. Check the

 

 

power switch and the power

 

 

source.

 

 

 

 

The machine is not

Select a machine name as

 

selected as the

your default printer in your

 

default printer.

Windows.

 

 

 

Check the machine for the following:

The cover is not closed. Close the cover.

Paper is jammed. Clear the paper jam. (See "Clearing paper jams" on page 7.1.)

No paper is loaded. Load paper. (See "Loading paper in the tray" on page 4.5.)

The toner cartridge is not installed. Install the toner

cartridge.

If a system error occurs, contact your service representative.

 

The connection cable

Disconnect the printer cable

 

between the

and reconnect it.

 

computer and the

 

 

machine is not

 

The

connected properly.

 

machine

 

 

The connection cable

If possible, attach the cable

does not

print.

between the

to another computer that is

 

computer and the

working properly and print a

 

machine is defective.

job. You can also try using a

 

 

different printer cable.

 

 

 

 

The port setting is

Check the Windows printer

 

incorrect.

setting to make sure that the

 

 

print job is sent to the correct

 

 

port. If the computer has

 

 

more than one port, make

 

 

sure that the machine is

 

 

attached to the correct one.

 

 

 

 

The machine may be

Check the printer properties

 

configured

to ensure that all of the print

 

incorrectly.

settings are correct.

 

 

 

 

The printer driver

Repair the printer software.

 

may be incorrectly

See Software section.

 

installed.

 

 

 

 

 

The machine is

Check the display message

 

malfunctioning.

on the control panel to see if

 

 

the machine is indicating a

 

 

system error. Contact a

 

 

service representative.

 

 

 

7.8 <Troubleshooting>

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Contents User’s Guide Page Contact Samsung World Wide Country Customer Care Center Web SiteContents Troubleshooting Ordering supplies and accessoriesSpecifications Glossary IndexAbout this user’s guide Finding more informationImportant Precautions and Safety Information Safety and Regulatory InformationEnvironmental and Safety Consideration Ozone Safety Power SaverCalifornia USA Only RecyclingDeclaration of Conformity European Countries Replacing the Fitted Plug for UK OnlyPage Special features Machine overview Control panel overview Special featuresIntroduction Machine overview Front viewRear cover Power receptacle Power switch USB port Rear viewControl panel overview DisplaySoftware overview Supplied softwarePrinter driver features System requirementsLinux RequirementsSetting up the hardware Altitude adjustment Setting up the hardwareGetting Started Altitude adjustment Select Printers and Faxes Select Samsung ML-1630 Series iconSelecting and loading print media Selecting print mediaGuidelines for selecting and storing print media Specifications on print media Type Size Dimensions Weighta CapacitybGuidelines for special print media Media type GuidelinesLoading paper in the tray Changing the paper size in the traySetting the paper size and type Select Printers and FaxesCanceling a print job Basic printingPrinting a document Double-click the Samsung ML-1630 Series iconMaintenance Cleaning your machineCleaning the outside Cleaning the insideMaintenance Maintaining the cartridge Redistributing tonerToner cartridge storage Expected cartridge lifeMaintenance Replacing the toner cartridge Maintenance Parts Items Yield AverageTroubleshooting Status display Explanation SolutionTips for avoiding paper jams Clearing paper jamsTroubleshooting Rear and inside the machine Troubleshooting Exit area Inner cover Understanding display messages OpenSolving other problems Paper feeding problemsPrinting problems Condition Suggested solutionsCondition Possible cause Suggested solutions Printing quality problems Condition Suggested solutions Curl or wave MisformedCharacters SkewCommon Windows problems Condition Suggested solutions Loose tonerCharacter Voids Horizontal stripesCommon Linux problems Common Macintosh problemsProblem Suggested solutions Program, click File Print IllustratorHow to purchase Ordering supplies and accessoriesSupplies Specifications General specificationsPrinter specifications General specifications Printer specificationsGlossary Control PanelIndex Software section Contents Sharing the Printer Locally Using Your Printer with a Macintosh Installing Printer Software in Windows Installing Printer SoftwareChanging the Software Language Reinstalling Printer Software Removing Printer SoftwarePrinting a Document Select your printer driver from the Name drop-down listPrinting to a file PRN Printer SettingsSelect Printers and Faxes Select your printer driver icon Layout Tab Paper TabResolution Toner Save ModeGraphics Tab DarknessAbout Tab Extras TabPrinter Tab Using a Favorite Setting Using HelpAdvanced Printing Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of Paper N-Up PrintingPrinting a Reduced or Enlarged Document Printing PostersFitting Your Document to a Selected Paper Size Using Watermarks Using an Existing WatermarkCreating a Watermark Editing a WatermarkUsing Overlays What is an Overlay?Using a Page Overlay Creating a New Page OverlaySetting Up a Host Computer Setting Up a Client ComputerCheck the Share this printer box Double-clickPrinters and FaxesTroubleshooting Guide Driver Setting Only for WindowsUnderstanding Smart Panel Buy NowOpening the Troubleshooting Guide Changing the Smart Panel Program SettingsInstalling the Unified Linux Driver Installing the Unified Linux DriverGetting Started Uninstalling the Unified Linux Driver Click UninstallUsing the Unified Driver Configurator Printers ConfigurationOpening the Unified Driver Configurator Double-clickUnified Driver Configurator on the desktopConfiguring Printer Properties Ports ConfigurationPrinting from Applications Printing FilesInstalling Software Installing Software Setting Up the Printer PrintingDouble-click the Samsung SPL2 Installer icon Select Easy Install and click InstallFor a USB-connected Setting Up the PrinterClick Add on the Printer List Printing Changing Printer SettingsPrinting a Document Graphics Printing Multiple Pages on One Sheet of PaperPaper Index Page Rev.3.00

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