Sharp FODC550 operation manual Drum Cartridge Replacement, External light

DRUM CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT

The useful life of the drum cartridge is approximately 18,000 copies*. When the internal counter reaches approximately 17,000 copies, the error indicator will light up and "A DRUM CARTRIDGE WILL BE NEEDED SOON" will appear in the display. For more information on purchasing a drum cartridge, see "ABOUT SUPPLIES" (p.91). When the error indicator blinks and "REPLACE THE DRUM CARTRIDGE" appears in the display, the machine will stop copying or printing until the cartridge is replaced. Replace the drum cartridge at this time.

* Based on copying onto letter size paper at 5% toned area.

Do not remove the protective cover on the drum portion (black paper) of Note a new drum cartridge before use. The cover protects the drum against

external light.

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Remove the TD cartridge (see "TD CARTRIDGE

REPLACEMENT" (p.84)).

Hold the drum cartridge handle and	Drum cartridge handle
gently pull the cartridge out. Dispose
of the old drum cartridge in
accordance with local regulations.

Remove the new drum cartridge from the protective bag and remove the protective cover from the cartridge. Gently install the new drum cartridge.

Note	Do not touch the surface of the drum (green portion).
	Doing so may cause smudges on the copies.

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4 Gently install the TD cartridge. To install the TD cartridge, see "TD CARTRIDGE REPLACEMENT" (p.84)

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