Oki ES5431 User Manual (English)

Questions and Answers:

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Noah King IIAug 15, 2025
How to fix vertical white lines on Oki ES5431 All in One Printer?
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  Robert BarnettAug 15, 2025
  If vertical white lines appear on your printed pages from the Oki All in One Printer, it could be due to several reasons. The LED head might be dirty, so try wiping it with a soft, lint-free cloth. Alternatively, the toner could be low; open the top cover and gently tap the cartridge to redistribute the toner, or replace the cartridge if the issue continues. Foreign materials in the image drum or a dirty light-shielding film on the image drum cartridge could also be the cause; in these cases, replace the image drum cartridge or wipe the film with a soft, lint-free cloth.
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Paige ThompsonAug 18, 2025
Why is my Oki ES5431 printing light?
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  pachecolauraAug 18, 2025
  If your Oki All in One Printer's print is light, there are several potential causes. First, ensure the toner cartridge is properly seated by reinstalling it. If the toner is low, open the top cover and tap the cartridge a few times to evenly distribute the remaining toner, or replace the cartridge if needed. Also, check your paper: moist paper or unsuitable paper can cause light printing. Use paper stored in proper temperature and humidity conditions and ensure you are using recommended paper. Finally, incorrect paper thickness and type settings can affect print darkness; adjust the media type and weight in the Media menu, setting a thicker value if necessary. If you are using recycled paper, try setting a thicker value for media weight in the Media menu.
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sscottAug 21, 2025
Why are printed images fading vertically on my Oki All in One Printer?
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  Teresa JonesAug 21, 2025
  If you notice printed images fading vertically when using your Oki All in One Printer, a dirty LED head could be the cause. Try wiping the LED head with a soft, lint-free cloth. Another possibility is low toner. Open the top cover and tap the cartridge a few times to evenly distribute any remaining toner, or replace the toner cartridge if the problem persists. Also, ensure that the paper you are using is suitable for the printer.
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Courtney SmithAug 25, 2025
What to do if vertical lines appear when printing with my Oki ES5431?
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  Matthew Foster Jr.Aug 26, 2025
  If you're seeing vertical lines on your printouts from the Oki All in One Printer, it could be due to a damaged image drum cartridge. In this case, replace the image drum cartridge. Alternatively, the toner might be low. Try opening the top cover and tapping the cartridge a few times to evenly distribute any remaining toner. If the lines persist, replace the toner cartridge.
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James WhiteAug 28, 2025
Why is the white area of paper lightly stained when printing with my Oki ES5431?
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  shermandeborahAug 28, 2025
  If the white area of the paper is lightly stained when printing with your Oki All in One Printer, the paper may contain static. Try using paper stored in proper temperature and humidity conditions. Also, using paper that is too thick can cause this issue, so try using thinner paper. In addition, low toner can cause a lightly stained white area. Open the top cover and tap the cartridge a few times to evenly distribute any remaining toner. If symptoms persist, replace the toner cartridge.
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Zachary CortezAug 31, 2025
Why are there horizontal lines and spots periodically appearing on my Oki All in One Printer?
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  Shelley VasquezSep 1, 2025
  If you notice horizontal lines and spots appearing periodically on printouts from your Oki All in One Printer, the cause depends on the interval between these artifacts. If the interval is about 94mm (4in), the image drum (the green tube) may be damaged or dirty. Try wiping it lightly with a soft cloth; if it's damaged, replace the image drum cartridge. If the interval is about 30mm (1.2in), there may be foreign particles in the image drum cartridge; try opening and closing the top cover and printing again. If the interval is about 86mm (3.4in), the fuser unit is damaged, and you should replace it. Also, if the image drum cartridge has been exposed to light, replace it if the problem is not resolved.
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Tracey RubioSep 4, 2025
Why is the periphery of the letters smudged on my Oki ES5431?
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  jimmyrodriguezSep 4, 2025
  If the periphery of letters is smudged when using your Oki All in One Printer, the LED head may be dirty. Clean the LED head with a soft, lint-free cloth.
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Tammy RodriguezSep 7, 2025
Why does toner come off when rubbed on prints from my Oki ES5431?
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  susan69Sep 7, 2025
  If the toner comes off when rubbed on printouts from your Oki All in One Printer, the paper thickness and type settings may be incorrect. Set the correct values for media type and media weight in the Media menu, or try setting one value lighter for media weight. If you are using recycled paper, set one value thicker for media weight in the Media menu.

Oki ES5431 Specifications

General

Functions	Print, Copy, Scan, Fax
Print Speed (Color)	26 ppm
Maximum Print Resolution	1200 x 600 dpi
Copy Resolution	600 x 600 dpi
Scan Resolution	600 x 600 dpi
Fax Transmission Speed	33.6 kbps
Standard Paper Capacity	250 sheets
Multi-Purpose Tray Capacity	100 sheets
Maximum Input Capacity	880 sheets
Standard Output Capacity	250 sheets
Maximum Paper Size	A4
Connectivity	USB 2.0, Ethernet
Internal Memory	256 MB
Processor Frequency	500 MHz
Weight	29 kg
Copy Speed (Color)	26 cpm
Maximum Number of Copies	99
Scan Type	Flatbed
Fax Memory	400 pages
Operating System Compatibility	Windows, Mac
Warm-up time	60 seconds

Summary

Preface

Emergency First Aid

Toner Powder Handling

Instructions for handling toner powder spills and exposure, including first aid measures.

Notes, Cautions and Warnings

Understanding Safety Indicators

Defines the meaning of NOTE, CAUTION, and WARNING indicators used in the manual.

About This Guide

Documentation Suite Overview

Lists and briefly describes the various guides included in the product documentation suite.

On-line Usage

Manual Navigation and Access

Explains how to use the manual's online features like cross-references, bookmarks, and the index.

Printing Pages

Printing Procedures and Options

Details the procedure for printing all pages, the current page, or a range of pages.

Getting Started

Front View Components

Identifies and describes the main components visible on the front of the printer.

Rear View Components

Identifies and describes the main components visible on the rear of the printer.

Display Language and Power Management

Explains how to change the display language and manage power saving/sleep modes.

Paper Recommendations

Paper Types, Sizes, and Handling

Details recommended paper sizes, weights, types, and cautions for envelopes and labels.

Cassette Tray Loading

Step-by-step instructions for loading paper into the cassette trays.

Multi-Purpose Tray Loading

Step-by-step instructions for loading paper into the multi-purpose tray.

Operation

Model-Specific Operation Guides

References for detailed operation instructions specific to different printer models.

Printing Settings in Windows

Printer Driver Preferences

Explains how to access and configure basic printing preferences via the printer driver's setup tab.

Job Options and Colour Settings

Details settings for print quality, watermarks, copies, orientation, and colour adjustments.

Windows Control Panel Settings

Describes how to adjust printer settings globally through the Windows Control Panel.

Printing Settings in Mac OS X

Basic Printing and Driver Settings

Covers setting paper size, orientation, and saving driver configurations for Mac OS X.

Advanced Print Features and Options

Explains options like copies, layout, pages per sheet, scheduler, and paper handling.

Print Quality and Colour Control

Details settings for print resolution, photo enhancement, toner saving, and colour adjustments.

Colour Printing

Factors Affecting Colour Appearance

Discusses colour reproduction differences, viewing conditions, monitor settings, and software display.

Tips for Optimal Colour Output

Provides guidelines for printing photos, office documents, specific colours, and adjusting brightness/saturation.

Colour Matching and Adjustment Tools

Explains how to access and set colour matching options for better colour accuracy.

Menu Functions

Operator Panel Overview

Detailed explanation of the printer's control panel buttons, LEDs, and display.

User and Administrator Settings

Instructions for changing printer settings as a user or system administrator.

Print Jobs and Information Menus

Covers menus for print jobs, information listings, shutdown, print, media, and color settings.

System Configuration and Emulation

Covers Sys Config, PCL, PPR, FX emulation, and general system settings.

Interface, Memory, and Maintenance

Covers USB, Network, Memory, System Adjust, and Maintenance menus.

Usage and Administrator Controls

Covers Usage, Administrator, Security, and File System menus.

Specialized and Statistics Menus

Covers Language, PS, SIDM, Password, and Print Statistics menus.

Maintenance

Replacing Consumable Items

Instructions for replacing toner cartridges, transfer belt units, and fuser units.

Cleaning Procedures

Guides for cleaning the printer's unit casing and the LED head.

Installing Upgrades

Memory and SD Card Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing additional RAM memory modules and an optional SD card.

Additional Paper Tray and Driver Settings

Instructions for installing an additional paper tray and configuring the printer driver.

Troubleshooting

Printer Components and Paper Path

Diagram illustrating key printer parts and the paper's path.

Paper Sensor Error Codes

Lists codes and locations associated with paper sensor errors.

Clearing Paper Jams

Comprehensive instructions and diagrams for safely removing paper jams from various printer areas.

Addressing Print Quality Issues

Troubleshooting guide for common print quality issues like white lines, fading, and smudging.

Specifications

Printer Technical Specifications

Provides physical dimensions, weight, power supply requirements, and environmental operating conditions.

Oki ES5431 User Manual

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