Faint Printing; Fading In Patches; Longitudinal Black Stripes - Oki C5300n User Manual

Faint printing

Possible cause
The toner cartridge is
incorrectly installed.
Toner is low.
The paper is moist.
Paper is unsuitable for
printer.

Fading in patches

Possible cause
The paper is moist.

Longitudinal black stripes

Possible cause
Image drum is
damaged.
Toner is low.
Periodic black lateral
lines or spots.
Remedy
Reinstall the toner cartridge (see "Toner Cartridge
Replacement" on page 131).
Change toner cartridge (see "Toner Cartridge
Replacement" on page 131).
Store paper within specified temperature and
humidity levels (see "Specifications" on
page 195).
Use recommended paper (see"Media
Recommendations" on page 11 ).
Remedy
Store paper within specified temperature and
humidity levels (see "Specifications" on page 195).
Remedy
Replace image drum (see "Image Drum
Replacement" on page 138).
Change toner cartridge (see "Toner Cartridge
Replacement" on page 131).
• If the lines or spots occur at intervals of
approximately 44 - 94 mm, the green surface of
the image drum is damaged or dirty. If damaged,
replace the image drum cartridge (see "Image
Drum Replacement" on page 138). If dirty, wipe
the image drum gently with soft tissue. If this
does not work, replace the image drum.
• If the lines or spots occur at intervals of
approximately 113 mm, the fuser roller is
damaged. Change the fuser (see "Fuser
Replacement" on page 152).
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