Brother TN2000 - User Manual

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INSTRUCTIONS FOR REFILLING BROTHER TN2000/ TN350

TN2000/TN350 COMPATIBILITY: DCP 7010, DCP 7010L, DCP 7020, DCP 7025, HL 2020, HL 2030/2030B,

2040, 2050, 2070, FAX 2825, IntelliFax 2820, 2920, 2910, MFC 7225N, MFC 7420, MFC 7820.

Toner Low – continue to

print.

Toner light flashes – means

toner low - ignore message

- Keep printing.

Empty and Refill

Toner Light on continuously -

machine will not print – Empty it and

Refill it.

Please read instructions from start to finish, before you start your refill.

1 Switch printer off.

2 Remove cartridge from printer. Place printer

cartridge on several sheets of newspaper.

3 Locate the hopper

cap on your

cartridge. Normally

hidden behind the

label

4 Remove the

hopper cap using

needle nose pliers,

or a flat blade

screwdriver to lever

out the hopper cap.

5 WARNING: You must ensure all toner is

dumped from your cartridge before refilling with

the new toner. You must do this every time.

Brother cartridges can leave as much as 30 grams of

waste toner in the cartridge, while reporting toner

empty/refusing to print. Important - mixing new and

old toner will cause print defects to occur.

Empty in an area

that can tolerate a

toner spill i.e. your

garage.

Toner can be very

messy - empty the

old toner directly

into a bin bag.

6 Shake your bottle

of new toner

vigorously for 30

seconds BEFORE

removing the cap.

Remove the cap and

seal from the bottle

7 Fit the toner

pouring spout

securely to the

bottle.

Spouts are

reuseable.

8 Insert the spout

into the hole. The

toner will flow out

like water, so take

care not to spill it.

9. With the spout

inserted – carefully

“Upend” the

cartridge and allow

the toner to slowly

pour into the

cartridge.

10 Replace the cap

in your toner

cartridge, using the

new plug provided.

11 Gently rock the cartridge from side to side to

distribute the toner in the cartridge. Wipe away any

excess toner from around the plug.

Reset the cartridge using the instruction on the

following page. When successfully reset - replace the

cartridge and print some test pages to remove any

excess toner.

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Summary

Refilling the Brother TN2000;TN350 Cartridge

Preparation and Disassembly Steps

Turn off printer, remove cartridge, locate and remove hopper cap.

Toner Transfer Process

Safely empty waste toner, prepare new toner, pour into cartridge.

Finishing and Resetting Instructions

Distribute toner, clean, reset cartridge, and print test pages.

Resetting the Cartridge After Refilling

Gear Reset Procedure

Remove screws, set the flag gear by rotating it, and re-install.

Refill Frequency and Limits

Cartridges can be refilled multiple times; print defects indicate replacement.

Toner Safety Precautions

Handle toner carefully, avoid inhalation, eye/skin contact, and ingestion.

This document provides comprehensive instructions for refilling Brother TN2000/TN350 toner cartridges, emphasizing cost-effectiveness and environmental responsibility by promoting the use of recycled paper and refilled cartridges.

Function Description

The primary function of this guide is to enable users to refill their Brother TN2000/TN350 series toner cartridges, thereby extending their lifespan and reducing waste. It also details the process for resetting the cartridge's flag gear, a crucial step for the printer to recognize the refilled cartridge as full. The instructions are designed to be user-friendly, guiding individuals through each step with clear text and accompanying images.

Important Technical Specifications

Cartridge Compatibility: The refill instructions are specifically designed for Brother TN2000/TN350 toner cartridges. These cartridges are compatible with a range of Brother printers and multifunction devices, including:

DCP Series: 7010, 7010L, 7020, 7025
HL Series: 2020, 2030/2030B, 2040, 2050, 2070
FAX Series: 2825
IntelliFax Series: 2820, 2920, 2910
MFC Series: 7225N, 7420, 7820

Refill Yield: Each refill kit is designed to provide a high yield of approximately 2,500 pages at 5% coverage. This yield is comparable to that of a new, standard-capacity toner cartridge, offering significant cost savings over time.

Toner Type: The instructions implicitly refer to a specific type of toner powder suitable for Brother laser printers. While the exact chemical composition is not detailed, the safety information highlights that the toner powder should be treated as a "nuisance dust" and handled with care.

Cartridge Reset Mechanism: Brother cartridges incorporate a "flag gear" mechanism that signals the printer when the toner is low or empty. The instructions provide a detailed procedure for manually resetting this flag gear, which is essential after refilling to ensure the printer recognizes the cartridge as full and allows printing to resume. Starter cartridges (those shipped with new printers) may not always include this gear, in which case users are advised to purchase one separately from Zinetic.

Usage Features

Toner Status Indicators: The document clarifies the meaning of different toner-related light indicators on the printer:

Toner Light On (continuously): Indicates "Toner Low" – printing can continue.
Toner Light Flashes: Also indicates "Toner Low" – ignore the message and continue printing.
Toner Light On (continuously) and Machine Will Not Print: Indicates "Empty and Refill" – the cartridge must be refilled and reset.

Refill Process Overview: The refill process is broken down into 11 distinct steps, ensuring a clear and methodical approach:

Switch Printer Off: Essential for safety and to prevent errors.
Remove Cartridge: Place on newspaper to contain spills.
Locate Hopper Cap: Often hidden behind a label.
Remove Hopper Cap: Use needle-nose pliers or a flat-blade screwdriver.
Dump Old Toner: Crucial step to prevent print defects from mixing old and new toner. Old toner can be up to 30 grams and should be emptied into a bin bag in an area tolerant to spills (e.g., a garage).
Prepare New Toner: Shake the new toner bottle vigorously for 30 seconds, then remove the cap and seal.
Attach Pouring Spout: Securely fit the reusable spout to the bottle.
Insert Spout: Carefully insert the spout into the cartridge's refill hole.
Pour Toner: Slowly upend the cartridge to allow the toner to flow in.
Replace Cap: Use the new plug provided to seal the cartridge.
Distribute Toner: Gently rock the cartridge to evenly distribute the toner, then wipe away any excess.

Cartridge Reset Process Overview: The flag gear reset process is detailed in 4 steps:

Remove Screws: Unscrew three screws to access the end plate. The white gear should be in the "unset" position.
Access Gear: The end plate section and gear will be accessible. If no gear is present (common in starter cartridges), a new one must be purchased.
Set Flag Gear: Rotate the flag gear to its "set" position.
Re-install Cover Plate: Replace the gear cover plate and re-insert the three screws.

Post-Refill Actions: After refilling and resetting, users are instructed to:

Replace the cartridge in the printer.
Print some test pages to remove any excess toner and verify print quality.

Maintenance Features

Toner Dumping: A critical maintenance feature is the explicit instruction to always dump all old toner before refilling. This prevents print defects that can arise from mixing new and old toner, ensuring optimal print quality and extending the life of the cartridge. Brother cartridges can retain a significant amount of waste toner (up to 30 grams) even when reporting empty.

Reusable Spouts: The pouring spouts provided with the refill kits are reusable, promoting sustainability and reducing waste associated with the refill process itself.

Cartridge Lifespan: The document suggests that most cartridges can be refilled up to 3 times, and sometimes more, before needing replacement. A "repeating print defect" on the page is identified as the key indicator that it's time to purchase a new cartridge. Zinetic also offers compatible cartridges that can be refilled.

Safety Information: Comprehensive safety guidelines are provided for handling toner powder:

General: Treat as a nuisance dust; not for use by children.
Inhalation: Avoid; may cause slight respiratory irritation; consult a doctor if inhaled.
Eye Contact: Avoid; may cause irritation by mechanical abrasion; consult a doctor if contact occurs.
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and cold water if contact occurs.
Ingestion: No known hazard.
Carcinogenicity/Mutagenicity: N/A, AMES test negative.

This safety information ensures users are aware of potential risks and proper handling procedures, contributing to safe maintenance practices. The document also includes a disclaimer stating that Zinetic makes no warranty regarding the completeness or accuracy of the safety information and that users are responsible for ensuring compliance with local laws and safety precautions.

Brand Acknowledgment: Zinetic clarifies that it is not associated with or endorsed by Brother or any other printer/cartridge manufacturers. All brand names, machine names, and part numbers mentioned are for identification purposes only and are acknowledged as trademarks of their respective owners. This transparency is a key feature of responsible product information.