Samsung ML-186XW Maintenance, Printing a machine report, Cleaning a machine, Cleaning the outside

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maintenance

This chapter provides information about maintaining your machine and the toner cartridge.

This chapter includes:

Printing a machine report

Cleaning a machine

Printing a machine report

You can print a configuration page to view current printer settings, or to help troubleshoot printer problems.

(See "(WPS) button" on page 20.)

Cleaning a machine

If printing quality problems occur or if you use your machine in a dusty environment, you need to clean your machine regularly to keep the the most optimum print quality.

Cleaning the outside of the machine with cleaning materials

containing large amounts of alcohol, solvent, or other strong substances can discolor or distort the cabinet.

If your machine or the surrounding area is contaminated with toner, we recommend that you use a cloth or tissue dampened with water to clean it. If you use a vacuum cleaner, toner blows in the air and might be harmful if inhaled.

Cleaning the outside

Clean the machine cabinet with a soft, lint-free cloth. Dampen the cloth slightly with water, but be careful not to let any water drip onto or into the machine.

Cleaning the inside

During the printing process, paper dust, toner, and dust particles in the air can accumulate inside the machine. This buildup can cause print quality problems, such as toner specks or smearing. Cleaning the inside of the machine clears and reduces these problems.

Storing the toner cartridge

Tips for moving & storing your machine

1.Turn the machine off and unplug the power cord. Wait for the machine to cool down.

2.Open the top cover and pull the toner cartridge out. Set it on a clean flat surface.

To prevent damage to the toner cartridge, do not expose it to

light for more than few minutes. Cover it with a piece of paper, if necessary.

Do not touch the green surface of the drum located in the toner cartridge or imaging unit. Use the handle on the cartridge to avoid touching this area.

3.With a dry, lint-free cloth, wipe away any dust and spilled toner from the toner cartridge area.

While cleaning the inside of the machine, be careful not to damage the transfer roller or any other inside parts. Do not use solvents

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Contents Mono Laser Printer Copyright Important safety symbols Safety informationOperating environment Explanation of all icons and signs used in the user’s guideOperating method Installation / Moving Supply usage Maintenance / CheckingOzone Safety Laser Safety StatementPower Save Regulatory informationRadio Frequency Emissions RecyclingUnited States of America only FCC Information to the UserCanadian Radio Interference Regulations Important warning Declaration of Conformity European CountriesApprovals and Certifications EC CertificationIsrael only Wireless GuidanceRegulatory Compliance Statements China only Convention Description Example About this user’s guideConvention Material name Description Finding more informationSpecial Features Features of your new productML-186xW Series Features by ModelMachine overview IntroductionFront view This chapter includesRear view Control panel overview WirelessIntroducing the useful buttons Understanding the status LEDTurning on the machine Power On/OffCancel print job Getting started Setting up the hardwareSupplied software System requirementsLinux Installing USB connected machine’s driverMacintosh Open the Applications folder Utilities Print Setup Utility Select Install nowSelect Uninstall and click Uninstall Click Add on the Printer ListInstalling the SmartPanel Installing the Unified Linux DriverInstalling the Printer Settings Utility Double click cdroot Linux smartpanel install.shNetwork environment Wireless network setupIntroducing useful network programs Getting startedSetting a wireless network with the WPS button Printing network configuration reportChoosing the wireless network installation type Setting a wireless network with USB cable Setting a wireless network from the computerRe-connecting to the wireless network Canceling a wireless network connection processCase of WPA Operation Mode Select InfrastructureWireless Network Setting Complete window appears For the Static method For the Dhcp methodCreating the infrastructure network in Macintosh Creating the Ad-Hoc network in Macintosh Click on Wireless Setting and InstallationSolving other problems Completing the installationTroubleshooting Wireless network setup Setting the default tray and paper Basic setupAltitude adjustment From your computerMedia and tray Media sizes supported in each modeSelecting print media Changing the tray sizeLoading paper in the tray Tips on using the manual feeding methodTray Manual feeding in the trayPlain Thick Thin Printing on special mediaTypes Tray Manual feeding Traya Transparencies EnvelopesLabels Acceptable UnacceptableCard stock/Custom-sized paper Using the output supportLetterhead/Preprinted paper Single-sided Double-sidedFeature Windows Printer driver featuresPrinting Basic printingUsing special print features Using helpCanceling a print job Using a favorite settingPrinting posters Printing multiple pages on one sheet of paperPrinting booklets Manual Printing on both sides of the paper ManualUsing overlays Using watermarksChange percentage of your document Fitting your document to a selected paper sizeUsing an overlay Changing the default print settingsPrint quality options Creating a new overlayChanging printer settings Setting your machine as a default machinePrinting to a file PRN Macintosh printingPrinting from applications Linux printingOpen the Unified Driver Configurator Configuring printer propertiesPrinting files Printer Properties window opensManagement tools Using the Smart Panel programIntroducing useful management tools Understanding Smart PanelChanging the Smart Panel Program Settings Using the Unified Linux Driver ConfiguratorOpening the Unified Driver Configurator Printers configuration windowPorts configuration Using SyncThru Web ServiceTo access SyncThru Web Service Logging into SyncThru Web ServiceSetting the system administrator information SyncThru Web Service overviewCleaning a machine MaintenanceCleaning the outside Cleaning the insideTips for moving & storing your machine Storing the toner cartridgeHandling instructions Use of non-Samsung and refilled toner cartridgeRedistributing toner TroubleshootingTips for avoiding paper jams Clearing paper jamsInside the machine Condition Suggested solutions Solving other problemsPower problems Condition Possible cause Suggested solutions Paper feeding problemsPrinting problems Materials from Printing Selects printWrong Preferences Printing Preferences. Select Paper source Print job isCondition Printing quality problemsWrinkles or Curl or waveCreases Back of printoutsCommon Linux problems Common Windows problemsCommon Macintosh problems Available maintenance parts How to purchase Available suppliesSupplies Replacing the toner cartridgeSupplies Hardware specifications SpecificationsEnvironmental specifications Electrical specificationsPrint media specifications Country/Region Customer Care Center Web Site Contact samsung worldwideGuatemala Honduras Philippines Glossary Duplex Dot Matrix PrinterDuty Cycle EmulationIeee ITU-T No chartIntranet IP addressNetWare ResolutionOriginals PostScriptToner Cartridge Subnet MaskUNC Path Watermark