Phaser 6180 Color Laser Printer Service Manual 3-83
Error Messages and Codes
Laser Error
An error was detected in the Laser Unit.
Applicable Chain Link
■ Chain Link 061-370: Laser Error (ROS Failure)
Initial Actions
■ Cycle printer power.
■ If the problem persists, follow the procedure below.
Troubleshooting Reference Table
Applicable Parts Wiring and Plug/Jack Map References
■ Laser Unit, PL5.1.2
■ MCU Board, PL9.1.20
■ “Map 2 - Laser Unit” on page 10-11
■ “Map 4 - LVPS and MCU Board” on 
page 10-13
■ “Laser Unit” on page 10-38
Troubleshooting Procedure Table 
Step Actions and Questions Yes No
1 Check the Laser Unit for correct 
installation. Is the Laser Unit correctly 
installed?
Go to step 3. Reinstall the 
Laser Unit. Go 
to step 2.
2 Does the error still occur? Go to step 3. Complete.
3 Check the wiring harness connectors 
P/J12 and P/J121 between the MCU 
Board and the Laser Unit. Are the 
connectors securely connected?
Go to step 5 Reconnect the 
connectors. Go 
to step 4.
4 Does the error still occur? Go to step 5. Complete.
5 Check the MCU Board for correct 
installation. Is the MCU Board 
correctly installed?
Go to step 7. Reseat the MCU 
Board. Go to 
step 6.
6 Does the error still occur? Go to step 7. Complete.
7 Replace the Laser Unit (page 8-50). 
Does the error still occur?
Replace the 
MCU Board 
(page 8-87).
Complete.