Ricoh M126 - Page 285

M126/M127/M128 6-80 SM
Problem Cause / action
Solid black areas on
transparencies
 There is a mismatch in the transparency and what the
software is expecting.
 Choose a different fill pattern in the software program.
 Remove the toner cartridge, and gently shake it from side to
side to redistribute the toner.
 Try a different type of transparency.
 Replace the toner cartridge.
Faint images or
repetitive spots
appear on the page.
 Select a different media type or form type setting from the
printer driver.
 Try a different type of paper. Media designed for copiers gives
the best quality.
 Replace the toner cartridge.
Pages are blank.
 The print cartridge may be out of toner or defective. Replace
the cartridge.
 There may be a software error. Re-initialize the machine by
turning it off and back on.
 With the machine off, check the printhead beam path. If clear,
then check for a printhead error on POR (
p.6-84 "Printhead
Service Check").
 Also, see “Blank page” in “Troubleshooting”.