5-22 Phaser 3600 Printer Service Manual
Print-Quality Troubleshooting
Repeating Bands, Lines, Marks, or Spots
Recurring lines, marks, or spots appear on the page.
Initial Actions
■ Check the paper transfer path.
■ Ensure there are no debris on the transfer path.
Warning
Ensure to wait for the Fuser to cool down before starting the procedure.
Troubleshooting Reference Table
Applicable Parts Example Print
■ Registration Assembly, PL1.1.12
■ Transfer Roller, PL1.1.7
■ Laser Scan Unit, PL1.1.15
■ Print Cartridge, PL1.1.34
Troubleshooting Procedure Table
Step Actions and Questions Yes No
1 Print a demo page.
Does the error still occur when
printing?
Go to step 3. Go to step 2.
2 Print a customer application page.
Does the error still occur?
Go to step 3. Complete.
3 Check the document path.
Is there any debris on the document
path?
Remove the
debris.
Go to step 4.
4 Check for band or spot’s regular
intervals.
Are there any bands or spots on the
page?
Refer to
Repeating
defects info on
page page 5-3.
Go to step 5.
5 Check the Print Cartridge for damages.
Is the Print Cartridge damaged?
Replace the
Print Cartridge.
Go to step 6.
Repeating Defects