Print-Quality Troubleshooting 5-47
Skips and Smears
Initial Actions:
â– Check to ensure that the paper is within specification.
â– Check that the paper supply is new, dry, and loaded correctly.
â– Check the paper path for any obstructions or debris.
Skips/Smears Troubleshooting Reference
Applicable Parts Example Print
â– Drum Cartridge
â– Transfer Roller
â– Fuser
Skips/Smears Troubleshooting Procedure
Step Actions and Questions Yes No
1
Replace the Drum Cartridge.
Does the printed image still have
skips/smears?
Go to Step 2. Problem solved.
2
Replace the Transfer Roller.
Does the printed image still have
skips/smears?
Go to Step 3. Problem solved.
3
Replace the Fuser.
Does the printed image still have
skip/smears?
Go to Step 4. Problem solved.
4
Replace in sequence as necessary:
â– Registration Transport
Assembly (page 8-49)
â– Main Motor (page 8-84)
â– Take Away Br acket
(page 8-40)
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