Xerox Phaser 3600

6-2 Phaser 3600 Printer Service Manual
Cleaning and Maintenance
Service Maintenance Procedure
Perform the following procedures whenever you check, service, or repair a
printer. Cleaning the printer, as outlined in the following steps, assures proper
operation of the printer and reduces the probability of having to service the
printer in the future.
The frequency of use, Average Monthly Print Volume (AMPV), type of media
pr
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nted on, and operating environment are factors in determining how critical
cleaning the machine is and how often it is necessary. Record the number of
sheets printed.
Recommended Tools
■ Toner vacuum cleaner
■ Clean water
■ Clean, dry, lint-free cloth
■ Black light-protective bag
General Cleaning
Perform the following general cleaning steps as indicated by the printer’s
operating environment.
Caution
Never apply alcohol or other chemicals to any parts of the printer. Never use a
damp cloth to clean up toner. If you remove the Print Cartridges, place them in
a light-protective bag or otherwise protect them as exposure to light can
quickly degrade performance and result in early failure.
1. Record number of sheets printed.
2. Print several sheets of paper to check for problems or defects.
3. Turn the printer power Off and disconnect the power cord.
4. Remove the Transfer Unit, Fuser, Print Cartridges, Duplex Unit (if
installed), and Side Covers before cleaning.
5. Remove the Rear Cover and clean the Rear Cover Fan to remove excess
dust.
6. Remove the Top Cover and clean the Main Fan to remove excess dust.
7. Ensure that all cover vents are clean and free of obstructions.
8. Remove any debris or foreign objects from the Fuser, Transfer Unit, Print
Cartridges, Duplex Unit, and inside of the printer.
9. Remove and clean the paper trays.
10. Clean all rubber rollers with a lint-free cloth slightly dampened with cold
water.