Print-Quality Troubleshooting 5-47
Skips and Smears
Initial Actions:
■ Check to ensure that the paper is within specification.
■ Check that the paper supply is new, dry, and loaded correctly.
■ Check the paper path for any obstructions or debris.
Skips/Smears Troubleshooting Reference
Applicable Parts Example Print
■ Drum Cartridge
■ Transfer Roller
■ 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:
■ Registration Transport
Assembly (page 8-49)
■ Main Motor (page 8-84)
■ Take Away Br acket
(page 8-40)
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