Phaser 6180 Color Laser Printer Service Manual 3-49
Error Messages and Codes
Insert Transfer Unit
The printer does not detect the Transfer Unit.
Applicable Chain Link
■ Chain Link 094-910: Insert Transfer Unit
Initial Actions
■ Remove and reseat the Transfer Unit.
■ Cycle printer power.
■ If the problem persists, follow the procedure below.
Troubleshooting Reference Table
Applicable Parts Wiring and Plug/Jack Map References
■ Transfer Unit, PL4.1.1
■ MCU Board, PL9.1.20
■ Front Cover Harness, PL1.2.11
■ Right Side Harness, PL10.1.15
■ “Map 1 - Electrical and Drive” on 
page 10-10
■ “Map 4 - LVPS and MCU Board” on 
page 10-13
■ “Xerographic” on page 10-40
Troubleshooting Procedure Table 
Step Actions and Questions Yes No
1 Is the Transfer Unit installed correctly? Go to step 2. Reseat the 
Transfer Unit.
2 Does the error still occur? Go to step 3. Complete.
3 Check the wiring harness connectors P/J27, 
P/J272, and P/J2721 between the MCU 
Board and the Transfer Unit. Are the 
connectors securely connected?
Go to step 4. Reconnect 
the 
connectors.
4 Check the Right Side Harness for continuity.
1. Disconnect P/J27 and P/J272.
2. Check continuity between P/J27 <=> P/
J272.
Go to step 5. Replace the 
Right Side 
Harness.
5 Check the Front Cover Harness for 
continuity.
1. Disconnect P/J272 and P/J2721.
2. Check continuity between P/J272 <=> P/
J2721. 
Go to step 6. Replace the 
Front Cover 
Harness.
6 Replace the Transfer Unit (page 8-7). Does 
the error still occur?
Replace the 
MCU Board 
(page 8-87).
Complete.