3-88 Phaser 6180 Color Laser Printer Service Manual
Error Messages and Codes
Deve Motor Error
The Deve Motor has failed.
Applicable Chain Link
ā  Chain Link 093-320: Deve Motor Error
Initial Actions
ā  Cycle printer power.
ā  If the problem persists, follow the procedure below.
Troubleshooting Reference Table
Applicable Parts Wiring and Plug/Jack Map References
ā  MCU Board, PL9.1.20
ā  Feeder Kit, PL3.2.1
ā  Right Side Harness, PL10.1.15
ā  Main Drive, PL8.1.2
ā  āMap 1 - Electrical and Driveā on 
page 10-10
ā  āMap 4 - LVPS and MCU Boardā on 
page 10-13
ā  āMain Driveā on page 10-34
Troubleshooting Procedure Table 
Step Actions and Questions Yes No
1 Check the Print Cartridges for correct 
installation. Are the Print Cartridge 
correctly installed?
Go to step 3. Reseat the Print 
Cartridges. Go 
to step 2.
2 Does the error still occur? Go to step 3. Complete.
3 Check the wiring harness connectors 
P/J22 and P/J222 between the MCU 
Board and the Main Drive. Are the 
connectors securely connected?
Go to step 4. Reconnect the 
connectors. Go 
to step 4.
4 Perform the Deve Motor test 
(page 4-43): Service Mode > Engine 
Diag > Motor Test > Deve Motor.
During the test, close the Front Cover. 
Does the Motor operate properly?
Replace the 
MCU Board 
(page 8-87).
Go to step 5.
5 Check the Main Drive for correct 
installation. Is the Main Drive correctly 
installed?
Go to step 6. Reseat the Main 
Drive.
6 Does the error still occur? Go to step 7. Complete.