Image-Quality Troubleshooting 5-13
Predominate Light Stripes
All four color bars are missing on the
test page.
The probable cause for light stripes is
something scraping the image off the
drum before transfixing.
NOTE:
If there are a series of regularly spaced
white lines approximately 6 mm
(.25 in.) apart, see "White Stripes
(Pinstripes)" on page 5-32.
6
1. Turn off the system for at least 4 hours.
2. Turn on the system and if necessary, repeat
Step 1.
3. Did this correct the problem?
Complete. Follow the
instructions on
the “Printhead
Troubleshooting
Checklist”.
Step Questions and Actions Yes No
1
1. Clean the system’s exit path, including
wiping the paper release blade with a lint-
free cloth.
2. Did this correct the problem?
Complete. Go to Step 2.
2
1. Remove the drum maintenance kit and wipe
the clear plastic wiper blade with a lint-free
cloth.
2. Did this correct the problem?
Complete. If the problem
persists, follow
the steps for
"Random Light
Stripes" on
page 5-12
Step Questions and Actions Yes No