Phaser 6180 Color Laser Printer Service Manual 5-31
Print-Quality Troubleshooting
Vertical Blank Lines
There are faded or completely non-printed lines along the page in the 
direction of the paper travel from the leading edge to the trailing edge.
Initial Actions
■ Check the paper transfer path.
■ Ensure there are no debris on the transfer path.
Troubleshooting Reference Table
Applicable Parts Example Print
■ Print Cartridge (C/M/Y/K),
PL5.1.18-21
■ Laser Unit, PL5.1.2
■ MCU Board, PL9.1.20
■ Image Processor Board, PL9.1.27
Troubleshooting Procedure Table
Step Actions and Questions Yes No
1 Check the Print Cartridge (C/M/Y/K) 
for damages. Is the Print Cartridge 
damaged?
Go to step 2. Replace the 
Print Cartridge
(page 8-9).
2 Check the paper condition.
Is the paper dry, recommended type, 
and loaded in the correct position?
Go to step 3. Replace the 
paper.
3 Check the Transfer Unit. Are there any 
damages on the Transfer Unit surface?
Replace the 
Transfer Unit
(page 8-7).
Go to step 4.
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