Replacing the toner cartridge
Warning
• Do not incinerate used toner or toner containers. Toner dust might ignite when exposed to an open flame.
•Disposal can take place at our authorized dealer.
•Dispose of used toner containers in accordance with local regulations.
Caution
• Keep toner (used or unused) and toner cartridge out of reach of children.
When the toner is completely empty or the toner cartridge reached the end of its life span:
•The printer stops printing.
•The Status Monitor program window appears on the computer.
•The Alert LED blinks red.
At this stage, the toner cartridge needs to be replaced.
1Open the front cover.
2Pull the old toner cartridge out.
3Remove the new toner cartridge from its bag.
Note
• Do not use sharp objects, such as a knife or scissors, to open the toner cartridge package. They might scratch the drum of the cartridge.
4Thoroughly shake the cartridge 5 or 6 times to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge.
Thoroughly shake the cartridge to assure maximum copies per cartridge.
5Remove the paper protecting the toner cartridge by pulling the packing tape.
Note
• Refer to the helpful pictures on the cartridge wrapping paper.
• If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth and wash clothing in cold water. Hot water sets toner into fabric.
•To prevent damage to the toner cartridge, do not expose it to light for more than a few minutes. Cover it with a piece of paper, if necessary.
•Do not touch the green surface underside of the toner cartridge. Use the handle on the cartridge to avoid touching this area.
6Hold the toner cartridge by the handle and slowly insert the cartridge into the opening in the printer.
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