HP M9050 MFP manual Toner smear, Loose toner

Toner smear

Figure 12-75 Toner smear

1.Print a few more pages to see if the problem corrects itself.

2.Verify that the fuser levers are in the down position (unless printing on envelopes).

3.Try using a different type of media.

4.Make sure that the environmental specifications for the device are being met. See Operating environment on page 252.

5.Clean the inside of the device and run a cleaning page. See Clean the MFP on page 170.

6.Replace the print cartridge.

Also see Loose toner on page 221.

Loose toner

Figure 12-76 Loose toner

Loose toner, in this context, is defined as toner that can be rubbed off the page.

1.Verify that the fuser levers are in the down position (unless printing on envelopes).

2.If media is heavy or rough, open the Administration menu at the device control panel. On the Print Quality submenu, select Fuser Modes, and then select the media type you are using.

3.If you have observed a rougher texture on one side of your media, try printing on the smoother side.

4.Make sure that the environmental specifications for the device are being met. See Operating environment on page 252.

5.Make sure that type and quality of the media you are using meet HP specifications. See Supported paper and print media sizes on page 81.

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