Storing and Handling Toner Cartridges
This section tells you how to store and handle toner cartridges. Follow these instructions:
•To avoid temporary problems caused by moisture, allow enough time for toner cartridges to stabilize in the printer’s environment.
•Do not unseal or remove a toner cartridge from its protective package until it has reached room temperature
•Do not store the cartridges where they are exposed to direct sunlight.
•Do not store the cartridges at high temperature or high humidity, or where the temperature or humidity can change abruptly.
•Store the toner cartridges horizontally in a cool, dry place away from sunlight. The maximum storage temperature is 30°C (86°F). The maximum storage humidity is 80% without condensation.
•Do not store the cartridges in salty air or where there are corrosive gases such as aerosol spray.
•Remove the cartridges from the printer when you move the printer. Put the cartridges in their original protective bags to avoid exposure to light.
•Do not try to disassemble the cartridges.
•IBM recommends that you use only genuine IBM toner cartridges designed for this printer.
•The printer uses the rectangular, transparent windows at the top and bottom of a toner cartridge to detect the toner level. When you handle a toner cartridge, do not touch or scratch the windows. If you do, the
•Be sure to replace a used toner cartridge with a cartridge of the same color. Never insert a toner cartridge if its color does not match the color markers on the turret. If you do, you may have problems printing.
Do not dispose of toner or toner containers in fire. Dispose of these in accordance with local regulations.
This printer may contain materials, either components or consumable supplies, that are regulated for disposal. Dispose of all items in accordance with local regulations.
