3-38 Phaser 6180 Color Laser Printer Service Manual
Error Messages and Codes
Ready Fuser Life
The Fuser has reached its end of life.
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The Fuser may be hot. Turn the printer power Off and allow at least 5 
minutes for the Fuser to cool before removing the Fuser.
Applicable Chain Link
■ Chain Link 010-421: Ready Fuser Life
Initial Actions
■ Check the Fuser life using CentreWare IS.
■ Cycle printer power.
■ If problem persists, follow the procedure below.
Troubleshooting Reference Table
Applicable Parts Wiring and Plug/Jack Map References
■ Fuser, PL6.1.10
■ MCU Board, PL9.1.20
■ “Map 1 - Electrical and Drive” on 
page 10-10
■ “Map 4 - LVPS and MCU Board” on 
page 10-13
■ “Fuser” on page 10-46
Troubleshooting Procedure Table
Step Actions and Questions Yes No
1 Check the Fuser for correction installation. 
Is the Fuser correctly installed?
Go to step 3. Reseat the 
Fuser. Go to 
step 2.
2 Does the error still occur? Go to step 3. Complete.
3 Replace the Fuser (page 8-10). Does the 
error still occur?
Replace the 
MCU Board 
(page 8-87).
Complete.