.

Faded print, random faded areas, or speckles

Problem

Solution

 

 

The message TRANSFER KIT LOW

Print out a configuration page to

REPLACE TRANSFER KIT appears

verify the remaining life of the

on the printer control panel.

transfer belt. Replace the transfer

 

belt if necessary.

 

 

The moisture content of your paper

Use paper from a different source or

is uneven or too low.

from an unopened ream of paper.

 

 

Some areas of the paper reject

Use paper from a different source or

toner.

from an unopened ream of paper.

 

 

Your paper is excessively rough.

Use a smoother, xerographic paper.

 

 

The letterhead you are using is

Try a smooth xerographic paper. If

printed on rough paper.

this solves your problem, consult

 

with the printer of your letterhead to

 

verify that the paper used meets the

 

specifications for this printer.

 

 

Media does not meet the

Only use media that meets the

specifications for this printer.

media specifications for this printer

 

(see chapter 3).

 

 

The printer is operating in

Verify that the printing environment

excessively humid or dry conditions.

is within humidity specifications.

 

 

Print is faded.

If a TONER LOW or TONER OUT

 

message is displayed on the printer

 

control panel, replace the

 

appropriate toner cartridge. If the

 

problem persists, call for service.

 

 

The transfer belt may be

Use a lint-free cloth to clean any

contaminated.

contaminants from the transfer belt

 

surface.

 

 

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