7-58 Troubleshooting
Hint If you find a defect that is not depicted, record the probable cause along 
with the conditions in the printing environment and save a copy of the 
defect for future reference.
Table 7-11. Black Page
Possible Cause Action
The high-voltage 
power supply 
connections are 
contaminated.
Clean the high-voltage power supply terminals. See 
Figure 7-20, “Engine Controller Board Layout,” on 
page 7-93. Also clean the high-voltage springs 
where they contact the Toner Cartridge.
The high-voltage 
power supply is 
installed improperly.
If the high voltage 
power supply has 
been removed and 
replaced, it may not 
be seated properly.
Remove the Engine Controller Board and check the 
connectors for damage. Reseat the Engine 
Controller Board, being certain to fully seat the 
connectors.
Defective Primary 
Charging Roller.
Replace the Toner Cartridge.
The Laser Drive 
circuitry is damaged 
on the Engine 
Controller Board so 
that the laser is 
always on.
Replace the Engine Controller Board, followed by the 
Formatter PCA if necessary.
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