Troubleshooting

Replacing the Photoconductor Unit

The message shown below indicates that the photoconductor unit is ap- proaching the end of its life.

 

 

IPDL-C

 

 

Change PCU

 

 

 

 

You can still continue to use the cur-

 

rent photoconductor unit if you are

 

satisfied with the quality of the out-

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put being produced by the printer.

When the printed image starts look- ing soiled (horizontal lines along the edges of the page, for example), re- place the photoconductor unit as soon as possible.

RWARNING:

•Do not incinerate the photo- conductor unit. Toner dust might ignite when exposed to an open flame.

•Disposal can take place at our authorized dealer or at appro- priate collection sites.

•If you dispose the used photo- conductor unit yourself, dis- pose of it according to your local regulations.

RCAUTION:

•When accessing the inside of the machine, do not touch any sec- tions other than those specified in this manual. If you do, it might result in receiving a burn or inju- ry.

Important

❒Exposing the photoconductor unit to light for too long can reduce its performance. Replace the unit as quickly as possible.

Note

❒Before removing the photoconduc- tor unit from the printer, spread paper or some other material around the area you are working to keep toner from making floor dirty.

❒The “Change PCU” message is based on a printed page counter kept internally by the printer. It is meant as a general guide to photo- conductor unit life only. Actual photoconductor unit life depends on the printing conditions.

ARemove the new photoconductor unit from the box.

BPull the red tab to remove the pro- tective sheet from the new photo- conductor unit.

TFWX472E

CTurn off the printer's power switch.

DPush the front cover release but- ton and open the front cover.

TFWX080E

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