Solving Problems with Printin g Qu ality 117

Image
defects in
same place
on every
page.
The transfer belt is defective. Remove the transfer belt. If necessary, replace it.
Abnormal
areas (white
or bl ac k bel t)
appear in a
regular
pattern.
Width of abnorm al area :
1.25" (31.75 mm)
The toner cartridge is
damaged.
Remove the toner cartridge with the color causing the
abnormal image. Replace it with a new toner cartridge.
Width of abnorm al area :
3" (76.2 mm)
The transfer belt is dam-
aged.
Replace the tr ansfer belt.
Width of abnorm al area :
3.25" (82.55 mm)
The OPC drum cartridge is
damaged.
Replace the entire drum kit.
Width of abnorm al area :
8" (203.2 mm)
The transfer belt is dam-
aged.
Replace the tr ansfer belt.
Symptom Cause Solution
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