Brother HL-5030 User Manual

Brother Laser Printer
HL-5030
HL-5040
HL-5050
HL-5070N
User's Guide
Version 1
For visually-impaired users
Please see the two HTML files, index_win.html and index_mac.html,
on the supplied CD-ROM. You can read them with Screen Reader
‘text-to-speech’ software.
You must set up the hardware and install the driver before you can use the printer.
Please use the Quick Setup Guide to set up the printer. You can find a printed copy in the box.
Please read this User’s Guide thoroughly before you use the printer. Keep the CD-ROM in a
convenient place so you can use it quickly if you need to.
Please visit our web site at http://solutions.brother.com
where you can get answers to Frequently
Asked Questions (FAQs), Product Support and Technical Questions, and the latest Driver Updates
and Utilities.

Brother HL-5030 Specifications

General

Print Technology	Laser
Print Speed	17 ppm
Duplex Printing	Manual
Paper Capacity	250 sheets
Printer Type	Monochrome
Connectivity	Parallel
Interface	IEEE 1284 Parallel
Paper Size	Letter, Legal, Executive, A4, A5, B5
Media Types	Plain, Envelopes, Transparencies, Labels
Supported Operating Systems	Windows, Mac OS

Summary

Definitions of Warnings, Cautions, and Notes

Warning Definition

Defines the meaning of warning symbols used in the manual to prevent personal injury.

Caution Definition

Defines the meaning of caution symbols used to ensure proper printer operation and prevent damage.

Safe Printer Operation

Hot Component Safety

Warns users about extremely hot internal printer parts after use and advises against touching them.

Electrical Safety Precautions

Advises against handling the power plug with wet hands to avoid electrical shock.

Cleaning Guidelines

Brother Support Information

Regulatory Compliance

FCC Declaration of Conformity (USA)

Details the FCC compliance statement for Class B digital devices, including operational conditions.

Industry Canada Compliance (Canada)

States compliance with Canadian ICES-003 for Class B digital apparatus and radio interference.

Energy and Laser Safety

Laser Safety Information

Details Class I laser product certification and safety precautions for 100-120V models.

FDA Regulations (100-120V Model)

Explains FDA regulations for laser products manufactured on or after August 2, 1976.

IEC 60825 Specification (220-240V Model)

Details Class 1 laser product specification and Class 3B laser diode warnings for 220-240V models.

Important Safety Instructions

Power and Connection Safety

Ensures safe operation by proper grounding of the power plug and outlet.

Device Disconnection Procedure

Instructs on how to disconnect the printer from the power outlet in case of emergency.

Battery and LAN Cautions

Wiring Information (UK)

Mains Plug and Earthing

EC Declaration of Conformity

Product Compliance Statement

Chapter 1: About this printer

Printer Overview and Components

Paper Usage Guidelines

Printing Methods

Chapter 2: Driver and Software

Printer Driver Features

Chapter 3: Control Panel

Control Panel Components and Indicators

Button Operations and Printer Status

Chapter 4: Options

Memory Expansion (DIMM)

Chapter 5: Routine Maintenance

Toner and Drum Management

Covers toner low/empty messages and procedures for replacing the toner and drum units.

Cleaning Procedures

Chapter 6: Troubleshooting

Problem Identification and Error Messages

Guides users on identifying problems and resolving errors reported by the status monitor.

Paper Handling and Jam Resolution

Provides solutions for paper feed issues, paper jams, and clearing procedures.

Solving Print Problems and Quality Issues