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Optra 4059-XXX • Table of Contents • Start Diagnostics • Safety and Notices • Trademarks • Index Lexmark and Optra are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.
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Comments may be addressed to Lexmark International, Inc., D22A/035-3, 740 New Circle Road NW, Lexington, Kentucky 40550, U.S.A. Lexmark may use or distribute any of the information you supply in any way it believes appropriate without incurring any obligation to you.
4059-XXX Notices and Safety Information Laser Notices The following laser notice labels may be affixed to this printer as shown: Laser Advisory Label 4059 Service Manual...
4059-XXX Class 1 Laser Statement Label CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT LASER KLASSE 1 LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE APPAREIL À LASER DE CLASSE 1 TO IEC 825 Notices and Safety Information...
4059-XXX Laser Notice The printer is certified in the U.S. to conform to the requirements of DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter J for Class I (1) laser products, and elsewhere is certified as a Class I laser product conforming to the requirements of IEC 825.
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4059-XXX Les produits laser de Classe I sont considérés comme des produits non dangereux. Cette imprimante est équipée d’un laser de Classe IIIb (3b) (arséniure de gallium d’une puissance nominale de 5 milliwatts) émettant sur des longueurs d’onde comprises entre 770 et 795 nanomètres.
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Laserinformatie De printer voldoet aan de eisen die gesteld worden aan een laserprodukt van klasse I. Voor de Verenigde Staten zijn deze eisen vastgelegd in DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter J, voor andere landen in IEC 825.
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4059-XXX Lasermeddelelse Printeren er godkendt som et Klasse I-laserprodukt, i overenstemmelse med kravene i IEC 825. Klasse I-laserprodukter betragtes ikke som farlige. Printeren indeholder internt en Klasse IIIB (3b)-laser, der nominelt er en 5 milliwatt galliumarsenid laser, som arbejder på bølgelængdeområdet 770-795 nanometer.
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4059-XXX Laserprodukter i Klass I anses ej hälsovådliga. Skrivaren har en inbyggd laser av Klass IIIb (3b) som består av en laserenhet av gallium-arsenid på 5 milliwatt som arbetar i våglängdsområdet 770- 795 nanometer. Lasersystemet och skrivaren är utformade så att det aldrig finns risk för att någon person utsätts för laserstrålning över...
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4059-XXX Japanese Laser Notice Chinese Laser Notice Notices and Safety Information...
This product is designed, tested and approved to meet strict global safety standards with the use of specific Lexmark components. The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious. Lexmark is not responsible for the use of other replacement parts. •...
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4059-XXX sécurité de certains éléments ne sont pas toujours évidentes. Lexmark ne peut être tenu responsable de l'utilisation d'autres pièces de rechange. • Les consignes d'entretien et de réparation de ce produit s'adressent uniquement à un personnel de maintenance qualifié.
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Lexmark. Puede que las características de seguridad de algunas piezas no sean siempre evidentes. Lexmark no se hace responsable del uso de otras piezas de recambio. •...
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Lexmark. Les característiques de seguretat d'algunes peces pot ser que no sempre siguin òbvies. Lexmark no es responsabilitza de l'us d'altres peces de recanvi. • La informació pel manteniment d’aquest producte està...
4059-XXX Chinese Safety Information Korean Safety Information Ozone Information This product does not produce measurable amounts of ozone gas. 4059 Service Manual...
This manual is divided into the following chapters: • “General Information” contains a general description of the printer, options, and the maintenance approach used to repair it. General environmental and safety instructions as well as special tools and test equipment are listed in this chapter.
4059-XXX 1. General Information The Optra™ S Laser Printers are letter quality page printers designed to attach to IBM-compatible PC’s and to most computer networks. The printer is available in eleven models. Optra S Model 1250 (4059-121) 1255 (4059-125) 4059 Service Manual...
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4059-XXX Optra S Models 1620 (4059-162) 1625 (4059-165) 1650 (4059-160) 1855 (4059-185) 1855 (4059-C01) General Information...
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4059-XXX Optra S Models 2420 (4059-242) 2450 (4059-240) 2455 (4059-245) 3455 (4059-345) 4059 Service Manual...
4059-XXX Options The following options are available. Some options are not available in every country. Contact your point of purchase for options available in your country. Memory options of 4MB, 8MB, 16MB and 32MB Flash memory options of 4MB and 8MB...
(FRU) or part. Use the service error codes, user status messages, user error messages, service checks, and diagnostic aids to determine the printer problem and repair the failure. After you complete the repair, perform tests as needed to verify the repair.
4059-XXX Acronyms Customer Setup DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory Enhanced Data Out Electrophotographic Process EPROM Erasable, Programmable Read-Only Memory Electrostatic Discharge Field Replaceable Unit Giga Byte HVPS High Voltage Power Supply LASER Light Amplification by Stimulated Emission of Radiation Liquid Crystal Display...
2-2. User status messages provide the user with information on the current status of the printer. Ready is displayed on the first line of the display unless Power Saver is invoked, then Power Saver is displayed. If a user status message is displayed, go to the Status Messages”...
Error Code Action 900 RIP Software Contact the next support level or call Lexmark. 901 Engine Flash This error indicates that the flash which the engine board code is programmed into is bad. Replace the engine board.
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Fuser failed to reach standby temperature. Go to the “Cold Fuser Service Check” on page 923 Fuser Error Fuser is too hot during printing or when printer is idle. Go to the 924 Fuser Error An open circuit has been detected in the Fuser Thermistor Circuit.
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4059-XXX Error Code Action 929 Toner Sensor The toner sensor is not operating properly, the developer drive assembly is not operating properly or the print cartridge is defective. Go to the Bin X is displayed, POST Incomplete, Unable to clear the message.”...
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4059-XXX Error Code Action 939 Controller - The controller board and the engine board cannot Engine communicate with one another. The controller board, Communications engine board or interconnect board is defective. Check Error each board for correct installation and secure ground. If...
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ID from the controller software which is not valid for the level of engine code existing in the printer. Setting the configuration ID correctly should fix this error. The ID can be set via the NPA data stream or operator panel.
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The sub error codes are helpful troubleshooting a paper path problem, especially paper jams in the base printer, envelope feeder and duplex unit. The following is an example of how the printer displays a duplex unit sub error code. Byte 1...
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Base Printer Sub Error Codes Each status byte has a different level of troubleshooting value for each area of the printer. The following table displays status bytes 1, 2 and 3. This set of status bytes is designed to help isolate paper jams and paper feed problems in the base printer.
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4059-XXX Status Explanation Bytes 1, 2,3 84 xx 0D Paper Tray 4 pass thru sensor is not activated and never deactivated. A sheet of paper may still be over the sensor or the flag is still activated. 84 xx 0E Paper Tray 3 pass thru sensor is not activated and never deactivated.
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Explanation Byte 1 There was no envelope feeder error reported. Printer failed POST - Homing of Envelope feeder Printer failed POST - Halted Envelope Feeder The envelope feeder failed to feed, envelope jam. The D.C. motor failed to reach operating speed.
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The duplex logic thinks a sheet of paper is feeding to the duplex unit due to a sensor malfunction in the paper path when in fact the printer has not sent a command to send a sheet of paper to the duplex unit.
4059-XXX User Status Messages User Status Message Ready Ready/Hex Busy Flushing Buffer Status The printer is ready to receive and process data. The printer is ready and HEX Trace is active, which is known as HEX Trace Ready. The printer is busy receiving or processing data, or printing data.
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4059-XXX User Status Message Printing Menu Settings Printing Directory List 2-13 4059 Service Manual Status The printer is processing or printing a list of current settings menus because Print Menu Settings is selected from the menu. A directory of the flash...
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4059-XXX User Status Message Restoring Factory Defaults Performing Self Tests Not Ready (Press Go) Resetting Printer Formatting Flash (Do Not Power Off) Program Flash (Do Not Power Off) Formatting Disk Status The printer is restoring factory defaults. The printer is running...
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4059-XXX User Status Message Programming Disk (Do Not Power Off) Menus Disabled Activating Menu Changes 2-15 4059 Service Manual Status The disk is being programmed, which means fonts or macros are being written to disk. The printer menus have been disabled. This occurs when Menu>...
If the paper is not jammed in the duplex unit, then it may be jammed in the rear of the printer. Open the printer rear door to access the jam. Paper is jammed around Tray X (X=tray 1 thru 5).
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Error code 31 is displayed when the top front cover is closed and a defective print cartridge is detected. It may take the printer 10-20 seconds to determine if the print cartridge is defective. Depending on the setting of the Machine Class ID the printer may be allowed to print pages during this 10-20 second interval.
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4059-XXX User Error Message 36 Resolution Reduced 37 Insufficient Collation Memory 38 Memory Full 39 Complex Page 51 Defective Flash 52 Flash Full 53 Unformatted Flash 54 Standard Serial Error 54 Serial Option X Error Explanation The resolution of the page has been reduced from 600 dpi to 300 dpi in order to prevent a Memory Full error.
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4059 Service Manual Explanation This error is displayed when data is sent to the printer across the standard serial port, but the port has been disabled. This error is displayed when data is sent to the printer across the parallel port, but the parallel port has been disabled.
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2 is blank. If any of the messages in the table are displayed the following actions can be taken: Press Menu> or <Menu to take the printer offline and access the Ready Menu group. Note: The Menu buttons are not active if Menu Lockout is turned Press Stop to take the printer offline.
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4059-XXX User Message Toner Low Tray X Missing Tray X Empty Tray X Low 2-21 4059 Service Manual Explanation If the toner cartridge is low, then “Toner Low” displays. The Toner Low condition clears whenever the upper front door is opened, and Toner Low displays again if the condition exists after the upper front door is closed.
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4059-XXX User Line 2 Link Messages If the printer is locked on a particular link, the link indication displays. If the printer is ready to process any link, none display. The link messages are listed in the following table. User Message...
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• If the option is experiencing a hardware problem, turn the printer off and back on. If the error occurs again, turn the printer off, remove the option and call for service. User Status Message...
4059-XXX Power-On Self Test (POST) When you turn the printer On, it performs a Power-On Self Test. Check for correct POST functioning of the base printer by observing the following: 1. The LED comes on. 2. The operator panel displays one and a half row of pels, then clears.
4059-XXX Symptom Tables Symptom Table - Base Printer Symptom Auxiliary Fan (2420/2450/2455/ 3455) fails to run or is noisy. Dead Machine Operator Panel - One or more buttons do not work. Operator Panel - Display is blank. Printer sounds 5 beeps.
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4059-XXX Symptom Print quality - Background Print quality - Residual image Print quality - Skew Print quality - Banding Print quality - Random marks Print quality - Toner on backside of printed page Print quality - Vertical black bands on edge of copy Unable to clear a “32-Unsupported Print Cartridge”...
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4059-XXX Symptom Table: Paper Tray Options Symptom Paper feed problem with 250 Sheet Paper Tray Option. Paper feed problem with 500 Sheet Paper Tray Option. Paper feed problem with 500/500 sheet paper tray option. Media fails to pass thru from the lower attached Paper Tray option to the next higher mounted option.
Print Quality Problems: Go to page 3-23 and print a test page to help diagnose problems before changing any settings or working on the printer. • Use the resident diagnostics test provided to help isolate a problem before taking the machine apart or removing any options.
3. Remove the charge roll from the left side charge roll bearing and remove the roll from the printer. Leave the paper wrapped around the charge roll until it is reinstalled. Charge Roll Assembly...
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4059-XXX Right Side Charge Roll Link Action Check the right side charge roll link assembly for correct assembly operation. If incorrect, replace the charge roll link assembly with the charge roll link assembly kit. If correct, check the right charge roll link assembly bearing for signs of wear or contamination.
4059-XXX Cover Open Switch/Cable Service Check Toner Cartridge Cover Open Switch/Cable Assembly 2-31 4059 Service Manual Action Check the toner cartridge to make sure it is correctly installed and that the right and left hand cartridge tracks are not loose or broken.
Service Tip: When removing the LVPS from the printer observe the following: 1. The LVPS uses a self docking connector that mates with another connector mounted on the left side frame assembly.
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4059-XXX +5 V dc at the engine board Test Point LVPS Fuse F1 LVPS Fuse F1 - Continues to blow after LVPS installed in the printer. LVPS 2-33 4059 Service Manual Action Check for +5 V dc at the +5 V dc test point on the engine board.
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4059-XXX Engine Board Action Turn the printer off and disconnect all the cables from the engine board. Check for +5 V dc at the engine board test point. If incorrect, replace the FRUs in the following order: engine board interconnect board...
4059-XXX Duplex Option Service Check The printer does not recognize the Duplex Option is attached. The printer does not recognize tray options below the duplex option are installed. Fuse F1 on Duplex Option System Board Autoconnect Cables/ Connectors 2-35 4059 Service Manual Action If fuse F1 is blown, replace the fuse.
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4059-XXX POST fails, 230 Paper Jam, Check Duplex message displays. Duplex D.C. Servo Drive Motor Input Sensor, Input Sensor Flag Paper Exit Sensor and Flag Action Check the D.C. servo motor cables for signs of cuts or other damage. Check the D.C. servo motor sensor cable connector for pin damage.
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4059-XXX 230 Paper Jam - Check Duplex message displays. The page is not duplexed and only exits half way out of the redrive. Duplex Stepper Motor 2-37 4059 Service Manual Action Check the stepper motor cable for cuts or pinched wiring. Check the routing of the motor leads along the left side of the bottom tray.
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4059-XXX POST fails with Close Duplex Rear Door displayed when Duplex Rear Door is closed. Rear Door Switch (Not installed on some duplex units) POST fails with Insert Duplex Front Cover message displayed. Front Cover Switch (Not installed on some...
J1-7, tray 1 is the only tray option that is recognized. Note: If a 260 Paper Jam Check Envelope message displays, check “Sub Error Codes For 9XX and 2XX Error Codes” on page Printer does not recognize the envelope feeder as an attached input option. Envelope Feeder...
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4059-XXX Autoconnect on the Envelope Option Action Check the connector for any signs of damage to the connector or contacts. If you find damage, replace the damaged cable/connector assembly. Disconnect the autoconnect cable at J1 on the envelope system board and...
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4059-XXX Operator panel displays 260 Paper Jam immediately when envelope feed is requested - POST incomplete. Pass through Sensor 2-41 4059 Service Manual Action Check for any debris, pieces of envelope and so on over the pass thru sensor. Check for correct installation of the pass thru sensor flag.
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4059-XXX Operator panel displays 260 Paper Jam after attempted feed but before envelopes are put in the hopper OR the operator panel continues to display "Load Envelopes" after envelopes are placed in the hopper. Service Tip: The kick rolls rotate during the attempted feed cycles.
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4059-XXX 990 Service Error, Envelopes fail to feed from the hopper. D.C. Feed Motor Assembly Envelope Feeder System Board 260 Paper Jam displays, unable to clear and envelopes fail to feed from the hopper. Kick rolls ARE NOT rotating. Main Drive Belt...
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4059-XXX 260 Paper Jam displays, unable to clear and envelopes fail to feed from the hopper. Kick rolls ARE rotating. Check the deflector gap adjustment before continuing this service check. Deflector Gap Adjustment Weight Assembly Envelope Edge Guide Action Check the deflector gap adjustment.
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Envelope Feeder multifeeds or may not display a 260 Paper Jam message. Envelopes Deflector Restraint Roll Bias Spring 260 Paper Jam displays. An envelope stopped in the paper path of the feeder and an envelope also stopped in the base printer paper path. Latch Lever 2-45 4059 Service Manual Action Check all the rolls for any signs of oil, grease or other contamination.
4059-XXX Erase Lamp Service Check Error code 928 may be displayed when the printer detects that the erase lamp assembly, cable or engine board is defective. Note: If the erase lamp assembly is defective, both the erase lamp and lens are replaced as a kit.
Check the cable connections at J1 on the engine board and at the main fan assembly. The main fan runs continuously when the printer is powered on unless the printer is in the Power Saver mode. Main Fan Main Fan to Engine Board...
920 error caused by low line voltage can sometimes be cleared by turning the machine off and then on again. A 925 service error indicates the wrong fuser lamp is installed in the printer and does not match the one stored in the printer code.
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4059-XXX Fuser Lamp LVPS and AC Fuser Lamp Cable Fuser Top Cover Assembly (Thermal Fuse/Thermistor Assembly) 2-49 4059 Service Manual Action Remove the controller board. Run the Diagnostic Print Test and observe the lamp through the left side frame. If the lamp doesn’t come...
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4059-XXX Hot Fuser Service Check Error codes 923 and 924 may display for a hot fuser failure. CAUTION: The fuser may be hot, use caution before removing or servicing. Fuser Cover Assembly (Assembly includes Thermistor and Thermal Fuses.) Engine Board...
Fuser Envelope Conditioner Solenoid Service Check The fuser solenoid is in models 3455, 2455, 2450, 2420, 1855, 1650, 1625 and 1620 and the World Trade printer model 2450. Service Tip: Try changing the envelope enhance level setting. A different setting may correct the problem.
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4059-XXX Configuration 1 A level 1 fuser board and level 1 engine board are installed in configuration 1. Note: Check the fuser envelope conditioner solenoid adjustment as described in the adjustment section page 4-3. Fuser Envelope Conditioner Solenoid Fuser Control Board “Fuser Solenoid Adjustment”...
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4059-XXX LVPS Interconnect Board Fuser DC Cable (Engine Board to Fuser Board Cable) Engine Board 2-53 4059 Service Manual Action If the +42 V dc test point does not measure approximately +42 V dc, check the continuity of the cable...
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4059-XXX Configuration 2 A level I fuser board and level II engine board are installed in configuration 2. Note: Check the fuser envelope conditioner solenoid adjustment as described in the adjustment section page 4-3. Engine Board Jumpers Fuser Envelope Conditioner...
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4059-XXX LVPS Interconnect Board Envelope Conditioner Cable Fuser DC Cable (Engine board to Fuser Board cable) Engine Board 2-55 4059 Service Manual Action Check the +42 V dc test point on the fuser control board. If the voltage is incorrect, check the continuity of the envelope conditioner cable.
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4059-XXX Configuration 3 A level II fuser board and level II engine board without the solenoid cable is installed in configuration 3. Note: Check the fuser envelope conditioner solenoid adjustment as described in the adjustment section page 4-3. Engine Board Jumpers...
4059-XXX Engine Board LVPS Interconnect Board Input Sensor Service Check Service Tip: Run the base sensor test. Check the input sensor for proper operation. The display changes from open to closed as the sensor flag is manually moved in and out of the sensor.
4059-XXX Input Tray(s) Option Service Check 250 Sheet, 500 Sheet and 500/500 Sheet Input Tray Option Service Tip: Try all the other input paper sources to make sure they are properly feeding paper. For 990 Error Code- Service Tray X, X= displays the number of the tray that has a problem or needs service.
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4059-XXX 24X Paper Jam message displays, Paper jammed over the Pass Thru Sensor. (The printer displays the value of X for the paper tray where the error occurs. Example: 241 is a Paper Jam Tray 1) Pass Thru Sensor and Flag...
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4059-XXX Tray X Low message displays when Tray X is full or has adequate paper in the tray. Paper Low Sensor Assembly Paper Low Sensor Flag Tray X Option System Board Tray X Empty message displays when Tray X has paper in the tray.
4059-XXX Printer does not recognize Tray X is installed. Autoconect Cables Tray X System Board Paper from Tray X does not reach the Pass Thru Sensor. Service Tip: Check the media in tray x to make sure it is within specifications.
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4059-XXX The base printer does not recognize that the high capacity input tray is installed. High Capacity Feeder Autoconnect Mechanical Check Base Printer or option mounted above 14 Pin HCIT Flex Cable Action Check the high capacity feeder input tray autoconnect to make sure it is...
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4059-XXX High Capacity Feeder Option Control Board 2-63 4059 Service Manual Action Check the voltage on J8-1 (green). The voltage measures +24 V dc. If incorrect, check the autoconnect system for any problems. +24 V dc must come from the base printer...
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4059-XXX 24X Paper Jam message displays, Paper jammed over the Pass Thru Sensor. (X=The printer displays the value of X for the paper tray where the error occurs. Example: 242 is a Paper Jam Tray 2) Pass Thru Sensor and Flag...
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4059-XXX Tray X Paper Low Message displays when Tray X is full or has adequate Paper in the tray. Paper Low Switch Paper Low Switch Cable High Capacity Feeder Input System Board Tray X empty message displays when there is paper in the high capacity feeder input tray.
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4059-XXX The elevator tray fails to stop at the correct position and continues to drive into the bottom frame. Lower Limit Switch Lower Limit Switch Cable High Capacity Feeder Control Board The elevator tray down button does not operate. The tray moves to the upper position.
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4059-XXX Paper from the high capacity feeder input tray does not reach the pass thru sensor. Service Tip: Check to be sure the paper in tray is within specifications. Autocompensator Assembly Wear Strips 2-67 4059 Service Manual Action Check the autocompensator pick arm rollers for sign of glazing, toner or other buildup.
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4059-XXX The elevator tray does not move up or down. The printer recognizes that the option is installed. Stepper Motor High Capacity Feeder Option Control Board Stepper Motor Extension Cable Action Be sure the motor cable is correctly installed at J1 on the high capacity feeder system board.
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4059-XXX The elevator moves in one direction only. Stepper Motor High Capacity Feeder Option Control Board 2-69 4059 Service Manual Action Check the voltages at J1 on the high capacity system board. The voltage measures as follows: static (motor connected)
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4059-XXX Paper size switch not selecting paper size that is selected. Paper Size Switch High Capacity Feeder Option Control Board 24X Paper Jam Check Tray X Message displays when Tray X is empty. No Tray X Message displays. High Capacity Feeder...
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4059-XXX Tray X Empty message displays. Tray does not respond to loading paper. No response from the front door switch. High Capacity Feeder Option Control Board Elevator Top Optical Sensor Cable Elevator Top Optical Sensor Tray X Paper Low Message displays when the high capacity feeder input tray is full or has adequate paper in the tray.
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4059-XXX Excessive Noise or Vibration Motor Plate Assembly Motor Drive Belt Lead Screw Bearings Idler Pulley Action Be sure the motor plate assembly screws are tight. Be sure the motor mounting screws are tight. Check the belt to be sure it is not too tight.
4059-XXX Main Drive Service Check Service Tip: Excessive gear or main drive assembly noise is usually caused by a defective motor assembly or engine board. Service Tip: If there are equally spaced horizontal lines across the page, go to “Print Quality - Evenly spaced horizontal lines or marks”...
4059-XXX Motor does not turn, no gear error code 936 or User message 201 Paper Jam displays. Operator Panel Service Check Operator Panel Buttons Service Check Note: Before continuing with this service check do the on page 3-9 in the diagnostic aids chapter. The operator panel cable is a individual cable on some printers and a combination cable assembly with the cover switch cable on later models.
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SERVICE TIP: The printer has detected a problem with the engine board, operator panel cable or operator panel assembly if POST does not complete and the printer emits 5 beeps and stops in a continuous pattern until the printer is turned off. The operator panel cable is a individual cable on some printers and a combination cable assembly with the cover switch cable on later models.
Run a copy of the test page and check to see if the option you are checking is listed. The printer does not recognize the option being installed if the option is not listed. Check to make sure that the Memory SIMM is installed correctly and is not broken or damaged.
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4059-XXX Hard Disk Option Service Tip: The Optra S printers support one hard disk option. Check to make sure only one hard disk option is installed. • 1.4 GB - 1250/1620/1650/2420/2450 • 2.1 GB - 1255/1625/1855/2455/3455 Check to make sure the fixed disk and the fixed disk board are correctly installed.
4059-XXX Output Bin Sensor Standard Tray Service Check Service Tip: If the output bin standard tray fills up and the bin full sensor fails to post the message "Remove Paper Standard Bin", enter the Diagnostic Mode, select Output Bin Tests, select Sensor Tests and select Standard Bin.
Service Tip: If more than a single output expander option is installed, check each one to see if the printer recognizes any single option as being installed. If the printer recognizes any of the output expander options then the base printer autoconnect system is operating correctly and the problem is in the unrecognized expander option.
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4059-XXX Output Expander Option Output Expander Assembly Mechanical Linkage Action Make sure the output expander option is the only option that is not recognized by the base printer. If the output expander is the only option not recognized by the printer, continue with step 2.
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4059-XXX 202 Paper Jam Open Rear Door Message displays. A sheet of paper is jammed prior to the pass through sensor flag. 202 Paper Jam Open Rear Door Message displays. A sheet of paper feeds out to the standard bin even though bin x is selected.
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4059-XXX Stepper Motor Level 1 Action Check the stepper motor connector to ensure it is correctly installed at J4 on the output expander option board. Go to “Output Expander Control Board - Level 1 Stepper Motor” on page 5-22. If correct, disconnect J4...
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4059-XXX Output Expander Control Board Level 1 2-83 4059 Service Manual Action Check the voltages at connector J4. Go to “Output Expander Control Board - Level 1 Stepper Motor” on page 5-22. Printer idle J4-1 +21 V dc to +24 V dc...
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4059-XXX Remove Paper - Output Bin X is displayed, POST Incomplete, Unable to clear the message. Dual Output Bin Sensor Flag 271 Paper Jam - Check Bin X. POST Incomplete Pass Thru Sensor and Flag Assembly Control Board 271 Paper Jam - Check Bin X, POST Complete, First Sheet of paper feeds into Output Bin X.
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4059-XXX 990 Service - BIN X D.C. Motor Mechanical Linkage Assembly (Level 2) Output Expander Control Board (Level 2) 2-85 4059 Service Manual Action Check the DC motor cable connector to be sure it is correctly installed at J4 on the output expander option board.
4059-XXX No indication that Bin X is Full OR No indication that Bin X is Near Full Note: The NF or Near Full sensor will only be displayed on models that support an Output Expander that has a Dual Sensor installed.
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4059-XXX Autocompensator fails to feed paper. Failures occur randomly throughout the stack of paper. Pass Through Sensor Autocompensator Assembly Wear Strips in Tray X problem is found. Paper feed failures occur only near the top of the stack of paper.
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4059-XXX Double Feeding Paper Note: If double feeding paper occurs mostly from the bottom of the stack, check for missing or damaged restraint pads in the tray. Paper Autocompensator Multipurpose Tray Paper fails to feed from the multipurpose tray. The pick roll should make one complete revolution and stop with the flat side down.
Note: The Parallel Wrap Test is designed to check the parallel port hardware by using a wrap plug (P/N 1319128) and invoking the Parallel Diagnostic Test. This test helps isolate the printer from the parallel cable and host. The test provides failure information on the display for approximately 3 seconds.
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4059-XXX Service Error Code Error Code 934 Mirror Motor Lost Lock Error Code 935 Mirror Motor unable to reach operating speed Explanation These error codes indicate a problem with the mirror motor circuit in the printhead assembly or the mirror motor cable to the engine board cable or engine board assembly.
Install another print cartridge if available before proceeding with the service checks. • Use Tray 1 to test for print quality of the base printer. Select the following menu settings as indicated. Be sure and note the original settings so you can return the printer to the original customer printer setup.
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4059-XXX Print Quality - All Black Page Service Tip: An all black page is generally caused by a problem in the high voltage system or an incorrect high voltage in the printing process resulting in toner development on the entire photoconductor drum.
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Generally a 93x service error is posted if the printhead assembly fails and the printer does not give a blank copy symptom. The printhead used in the printer does not have a mechanical shutter as previous laser printers.
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4059-XXX Print Quality - Random Marks Service Tip: The primary cause of random marks is due to loose material moving around inside the printer and attaching to the photoconductor, charge roll or transfer roll. Symptom Random Marks Print Quality - Blurred or Fuzzy Print...
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4059-XXX Print Quality - Evenly spaced horizontal lines or marks Lines spaced 3.19 mm (.126 inch) apart Lines spaced 22.32 mm (.882 inch) apart Lines spaced 28.7 mm (1.130 inch) apart Lines spaced 47.83 mm (1.883 inch) apart Lines spaced 63.77 mm (2.511 inch) apart...
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Print Quality - Background Service Tip: Some background problems can be caused by rough papers or non-Lexmark toner cartridges. If the rough paper mode is on, turn it off and run the print test. Some slick or coated papers may also cause background. Some problems occur with printers that run a large amount of graphics in a humid environment.
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4059-XXX Erase Lamp/Lens Assembly Printhead Transfer Roll Assembly High Voltage Contacts 2-97 4059 Service Manual Action Check the erase lamp lens for any signs of toner, paper dust or other types of contamination. Clean the lens with a soft dry cloth if necessary.
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4059-XXX Engine Board HVPS Connector Action Check the following voltages at J10 on the engine board. Measure the voltages from J10 to printer ground. Printer Idle J10-1 approximately 0 V dc J10-2 approximately 4 V dc J10-4 approximately 0 V dc...
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Banding is primarily due to a variation in the speed of the paper as it feeds thru the printer, especially in the development and transfer process. Inspect the alignment assembly, main drive assembly and all other paper feed components for signs of wear, dirt, binds, or damage, especially the drive gears.
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4059-XXX Charge Roll Assembly Charge Roll Link Arm HVPS Print Quality - Residual Image Service Tip: Install a new print cartridge if available before doing this service check. Residual image can be caused by the photoconductor, cleaning blade and other parts inside the print cartridge.
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4059-XXX Erase Lamp Assembly Fuser Assembly Print Quality - Light Print Transfer Roll Right Side Transfer Roll Arm Assembly 2-101 4059 Service Manual Action Check the erase lamp lens assembly for any signs of paper dust, toner buildup or any other contamination.
4059-XXX Print Quality - Toner on backside of printed page Service Tip: This is generally caused by loose toner in the machine in the paper path being carried through the printer on the backside of the paper. Fuser Assembly Transfer Roll Transfer Plate...
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4059-XXX Service Tip: An intermittent “32-Unsupported Cartridge” User Error Message can be caused by poor contact between the smart cartridge contacts in the upper front cover and the smart chip. Also check for proper seating of the smart cartridge cable to the engine board.
Note: The Serial Wrap Test is designed to check the serial port hardware by using a wrap plug (P/N 1329048) and invoking the Serial Post Diagnostic Test. The test helps isolate the printer from the serial cable and host. The test provides failure information on the display for approximately three seconds.
Scheduled Maintenance” message displays. Ask the customer if they have replaced the transfer roll recently. CAUTION: Make sure the printer is powered Off before making any checks on the transfer roll or associated parts for personal safety and to prevent damage to the printer.
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Quality - Background” on page 2-96 Check the voltage at J10-3. The voltage changes from +24 V dc with the printer idle to 0 V dc when the printer runs the print test. If the voltage is incorrect, check the continuity of line J10-3 in the front cable harness to the HVPS.
3. Diagnostic Aids This chapter explains the tests and procedures to identify printer failures and verify repairs have corrected the problem. To run the printer diagnostic tests described in this chapter, you must put the printer in Diagnostic Mode. Diagnostic Mode To enter the Diagnostic Mode: 1.
4059-XXX Device Tests Quick Disk Test This test performs a non-destructive read/write on one block per track on the disk. The test reads one block on each track, saves the data, and proceeds to write and read four test patterns to the bytes in the block.
Error Code 965: Download Emulation Outdated. Time stamps indicate the download emulation and RIP code are incompatible. To help resolve Download Emulation problems the following steps are necessary to instruct the printer to POR without activating any download emulations. To Disable the Download Emulation: 1.
2. Select Single or Continuous. – The single Duplex Quick test cannot be canceled. The printer attempts to print the Quick Test Page from the default paper source. If the default paper source only supports envelopes, then the page is printed from Tray 1.
To run the Duplex Motor Test: 1. Select Motor Test from the Duplex Tests menu. The duplex motor test continues to run until the printer is powered off. – The power indicator blinks while the test is running. – The duplexer runs the motor at a high speed and then a low speed and takes an average of the power required for each speed.
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4059-XXX The following appears on the printer display: DUPLEX MOTOR AA BB CC DD EE FF To pass the test the following results must display: AA = 00 BB = in the range of 20 through 3F inclusively (hex) CC = in the range of 3A through 5D inclusively (hex) DD = in the range of 11 through 1F inclusively (hex) Ignore bytes EE and FF.
4059-XXX Duplex Feed 1 Test This test feeds a blank sheet of paper to the duplex paper stop position 1. To run the Duplex Feed 1 Test: 1. Select Duplex Feed 1 from the Duplex Test menu. – The power indicator blinks while the paper is feeding.
Viewing the Error Log The error log is helpful to the servicer by providing a history of printer errors. The error log contains the 12 most recent errors that have occurred on the printer. The most recent error displays in position 1 and the oldest error displays in position 12 (if 12 errors have occurred).
4059-XXX Hardware Tests The following Hardware Tests can be selected from this menu: LCD Test Button Test DRAM Memory Test ROM Memory Test Parallel Wrap (if available) Serial Wrap (if available) Serial 1 Wrap (if available) Serial 3 Wrap (if available)
4059-XXX DRAM Memory Test The purpose of this test is to check the validity of DRAM, both standard and optional. The test writes patterns of data to DRAM to verify that each bit in memory can be set and read correctly.
4059-XXX Each time the test finishes, the screen updates with the result. If the test passes, the Pass Count increases by 1, however if the test fails, one of the following messages displays for approximately 3 seconds: ROM Checksum Error...
4059-XXX DMA Interrupt Error DMA Memory Error DMA Background Error Clear Init Rise Error False Init Rise Error Autofeed Rising Interrupt Error Clear Autofeed Rise Error False Autofeed Rise Error Autofeed Falling Interrupt Error Clear Autofeed Fall Error Once the maximum count is reached the test stops. The power indicator goes on solid and the final results display.
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4059-XXX Each time the test finishes, the screen updates with the result. If the test passes, the Pass Count increases by 1, however if the test fails, one of the following failure messages displays for approximately 3 seconds and the Fail Count increases by 1:...
A blank sheet of paper feeds through the printer as the laser turns off during this test. The only way to observe the paper path is to open the lower front door that is used to access the envelope or multipurpose feeder.
1. Select Feed Test from the Output Bin Test menu. 2. Select the output bin you want the paper to exit into. All output bins installed on the printer are shown on the feed test menu. 3. Select either Single (one sheet of media feeds to the selected output bin) or Continuous (media continues feeding to the selected output bin) until Return/Stop is pressed.
4059-XXX Output Bin Sensor Test This test is used to verify if the output bin sensors are working correctly. To run the Output Bin Sensor Test: 1. Select Sensor Test from the Output Bin Test menu. – "Output Bin/Full=OP/Input=OP" message displays.
4059-XXX Output Expander with Dual Sensor: The following is displayed: Output Bin X P=OP F=OP NF=CL P = Pass Thru Sensor F = BIN FULL Sensor (lower part of dual sensor) NF = Near Full Sensor (upper part of dual sensor) Once the message displays, the servicer can manually actuate each of the output bin sensors.
4059-XXX Print Registration The print registration range is as follows: Bottom Margin: -20 to +20 Top Margin: -25 to +25 Left Margin: -25 to +25 Right Margin: -10 to +10 To set Print Registration: 1. Select Registration from the Diagnostic menu.
This lets the servicer change the page count from the diagnostic menu. This is used whenever the engine board is replaced because this board contains the printer's NVRAM Memory where the page count is stored. To set the Page Count: 1.
1. Select Configuration ID from the Printer Setup menu. – The current ID displays on the screen. The Configuration ID is on a label located inside the printer. The label is attached to the top front cover hinge assembly and is visible when the top front cover is open.
ID" message displays on Line 2 before the ID redisplays. You have to reenter the Configuration ID until a valid ID is verified. If the ID is valid then the ID is saved in NVRAM and the printer automatically PORs to activate the new setting.
HIGH Print Tests The purpose of the diagnostic Print Tests is to verify that the printer can print on media from each of the installed input options. Each of the installed options is listed in the following order in the menu:...
3. Turn on the printer. 4. Release the buttons once Performing the Self Test displays. 5. The printer performs its normal POR cycle then print one copy of the Print Quality Test pages. If you want more than one copy, perform these steps again.
2. Select Print Menus from the TESTS MENU. The page contains the following information: • A list of all the printer settings contained in the control panel menus and their values. • A list of the installed options and features such as RAM memory SIMMs, optional input paper trays, envelope feeder, duplexer, output bins, flash or disk.
4059-XXX Autocompensator Operation The autocompensator is a paper pick device that generates its own normal force. This force generation is inherent in the fundamental design of the pick arm. If light media is used, it picks very gently. If a heavy media is used, it picks very aggressively.
The output expander option attached above the base printer provides power to the option above it. We do not recommend to attach or “Hot Plug” any options with the base printer power turned On.
This is a complete assembly and the parts cannot be individually replaced as in previous Lexmark laser printers. The thermal fuse protects the fuser assembly from overheating or problems with the fuser lamp by opening the ac circuit to the lamp.
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2420, 2450, 2455, 3455, 1620, 1625, 1650 and 1855. The model 2420, 2450 and 2455 printer fuser temperature is 200.8 degrees C while printing at 600 dpi and 163.9 degrees C while printing at 1200 dpi.
Paper Jams - Base Printer Error Message 200 - Paper Jam - Remove Cartridge This message indicates that paper is jammed at the printer input sensor. This condition can be caused by the paper jamming prior to activating the input sensor flag, the sensor not detecting paper over the sensor or paper arriving at the sensor too late.
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4059-XXX Error Message 250 - Paper Jam - Check MP Feeder The paper is jammed in the multipurpose feeder and has not reached the base machine input sensor or has not reached the input sensor in time. Error Message 260 Paper Jam - Check Envelope Feeder An envelope is jammed in the envelope feeder or has not reached the base machine input sensor.
4059-XXX 4. Repair Information WARNING: Read the following before handling electronic parts. Handling ESD-Sensitive Parts Many electronic products use parts that are known to be sensitive to electrostatic discharge (ESD). To prevent damage to ESD-sensitive parts, follow the instructions below in addition to all the usual precautions, such as turning off power before removing logic boards: •...
4059-XXX Adjustment Procedures Duplex Motor Drive Belts Do the duplex motor belt and drive belt adjustment whenever you remove or replace the duplex motor or loosen the motor or drive belt idler pulley. Service Tip: Excessive belt tension can result in stalling the duplex motor.
Gap Adjustment The gap adjustment allows you to increase the minimum gap between sheets of paper as they are fed through the printer. This adjustment does not reduce the printer's overall performance such as pages per minute but can help in reducing the amount of curl of some printed media thus improving media stacking in the output bin.
To perform the registration adjustment: 1. Turn the printer off. 2. Press and hold: Return and Go. 3. Turn the printer On and release the buttons when “Performing Self Test" displays. 4. Select Registration from the menu. 5. Select Quick Test Page. The test page should only be printed on letter or A4 paper from Tray 1.
3. Back the reference adjustment screw out far enough to allow the alignment assembly to be removed from the printer. It is not necessary to completely remove the screw. 4. Install the new alignment assembly. Turn the reference screw clockwise with a 7 mm nut driver until it touches the back of the reference plate and tighten the nut with a 5.5 mm wrench.
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4059-XXX b. Print a copy of the Quick Test Page and check the margin adjustments printed on the test page. These settings should be within the range specified in “Print Registration” on page 3-18. The reference screw can be adjusted without loosening the locknut.
Screw Identification Table The following table contains screw types, locations, and quantities necessary to service the printer. Each screw callout in the removal procedure graphic displays the screw reference number listed in the table. Pay careful attention to each screw type location when doing removals.
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4059-XXX Reference Screw Type Number M3.5x8 mm Thread Cutting M3.5x12 mm Thread Cutting M3x5 mm Taptite Location spring controller board integrated tray ITC board left side cover stacker support to right side frame engine board shield to left frame paper alignment...
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4059-XXX Reference Screw Type Number M3x6 mm Taptite 4059 Service Manual Location outer shield inner redrive deflector interconnect board to center pan engine board (bottom holes) controller board to interconnect board ground controller board to inner shield fuser ground wire...
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4059-XXX Reference Screw Type Number M3x8 mm Taptite M3x12 mm Taptite M3x28 mm Taptite M3.5x8 mm Plastite Thread Forming Location LVPS auto compensator hanger bracket HVPS board developer drive ground (bottom hole) upper front cover left side cover autocompensator Repair Information...
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4059-XXX Reference Screw Type Number M3.5x10 mm Plastite Thread Forming M3.5x12 mm Plastite Thread Forming M3x6 mm SEMS Machine Screw with washer M3.5x12 mm Plastite Thread Forming with washer 4-11 4059 Service Manual Location right side cover left side cover...
CAUTION: Remove power from the printer before you connect or disconnect any cable or electronic board or assembly for personal safety and to prevent damage to the printer. Use the hand grips on the side of the printer. Make sure your fingers are not under the printer when you lift or set the printer down.
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4059-XXX Left Cover 1. Remove the left door. 2. Remove the five mounting screws (A). 4-13 4059 Service Manual...
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4059-XXX 3. Raise the upper front cover. 4. Remove the three mounting screws (B), the print cartridge and remove the left cover. 4-14 Repair Information...
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4059-XXX Right Cover 1. Raise the upper front cover. 2. Release the cover latch (A) and remove the right cover mounting screw (B). 4-15 4059 Service Manual...
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4059-XXX 3. Remove the redrive assembly. 4. Remove the right side cover mounting screws (B) and (C). 5. Remove the right side cover. 4-16 Repair Information...
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4059-XXX Upper Front Cover 1. Raise the upper front cover. 2. Remove the five upper front cover mounting screws (A) and remove the cover. 4-17 4059 Service Manual...
4059-XXX Laser Assembly Cover 1. Remove the left door. 2. Remove the left cover. 3. Remove the right cover. 4. Remove the rear paper deflector. 5. Press the fuser wiper cover latch and remove the cover. 6. Remove the paper full sensor flag assembly from the mounting bracket.
4059-XXX Controller Board 1. Remove the inner EMC shield. 2. Remove the controller board mounting screws (A). 3. Remove the two controller board parallel port mounting screws (B). 4. Remove the serial port mounting screws if present. 5. Remove the controller board.
4059-XXX Developer Drive Assembly 1. Remove the inner EMC shield. 2. Remove the three developer drive assembly mounting screws (A). 3. Remove the developer drive assembly. Note: Be sure the developer drive assembly wheel aligns with the hub on the main drive assembly when reinstalling the assembly.
4059-XXX Duplex Board 1. Lift the base printer from the duplex assembly. 2. Remove the four duplex board cover mounting screws. 3. Gently disconnect the cables from the duplex board. Use caution to avoid damage to the cables and connectors.
4059-XXX Duplex Motor 1. Remove the duplex front cover door. 2. Gently disconnect the cables from the duplex board. Use caution to avoid damage to the cables and connectors. 3. Remove the four mounting screws from the left and right return guides and remove the guides.
4059-XXX Engine Board 1. Remove the inner EMC shield. 2. Disconnect all cables from the engine board. 3. Remove the four engine board mounting screws (A). 4. Remove the engine board cage mounting screw (B) from the main drive motor assembly.
4059-XXX Fans Auxiliary Fan (Models 2420/2450/2455/3455) 1. Remove the right cover. 2. Remove the inner EMC shield. 3. Remove the fuser wiper cover. 4. Disconnect the auxiliary fan cable from the engine board at connector J7. 5. Note the routing of the auxiliary fan cable (A) and remove the fan (B).
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4059-XXX Main Fan 1. Remove the top rear cover. 2. Remove the inner EMC shield. 3. Note the routing of the main fan cable (A) and disconnect the cable from the engine board at connector J1. 4. Release the four latches (B) and remove the fan from the left side frame.
4059-XXX Caution: Be sure the fuser assembly has cooled before working on any of the fuser FRUs. Note: You must replace cable ties (B) if removed during the fuser removals. The cable ties prevent the fuser wiring from obstructing the paper path through the fuser assembly.
4059-XXX Fuser Board 1. Remove the fuser assembly. 2. Disconnect the cables (A) from the fuser board. 3. Remove the fuser board mounting screw (B). 4. Release the fuser board from the standoff tab (C) and lift the fuser board from the fuser assembly.
4059-XXX Fuser Cover 1. Remove the fuser assembly. 2. Note the thermistor cable routing and disconnect the cable from the fuser board. 3. Disconnect the thermal fuse cable from the left and right lamp brackets (A). 4. Loosen the left and right lamp bracket mounting screws (B) and remove the thermal fuse cable from the bracket.
4059-XXX Fuser Detack Fingers 1. Remove the fuser assembly. 2. Remove the fuser cover assembly. 3. Remove the fuser detack housing assembly. 4. Gently pry the detack finger and spring (A) from the housing assembly. Fuser Detack Housing Assembly 1. Remove the fuser assembly.
4059-XXX Fuser Transfer Plate 1. Remove the upper paper deflector. 2. Remove the fuser transfer roll. 3. Remove the inner paper deflector. 4. Lift the left side of the fuser transfer plate (A) and move the plate to the left to clear the right side from its mounting.
4059-XXX Fuser Envelope Conditioner Solenoid The fuser solenoid is in all the models except 1250 and 1255. 1. Remove the fuser assembly. 2. Remove the solenoid mounting screw (A). 3. Disconnect the solenoid link (B). 4. Remove the solenoid from the fuser assembly.
4059-XXX Fuser Exit Roll Assembly 1. Remove the fuser assembly. 2. Press the exit shaft bushing retaining tabs and slide the left and right bushings (A) toward the inside of the fuser assembly. 3. Remove the exit roll assembly from the slots in the side frame.
4059-XXX Fuser Lamp 1. Remove the fuser assembly. 2. Caution: Hold the left lamp bracket and carefully remove the two mounting screws. There is pressure against the other end of the lamp therefore care must be used when removing the lamp from the fuser.
4059-XXX High Voltage Power Supply 1. Remove the inner paper deflector. 2. Remove the toner sensor cable from the retainer (A) on the front of the HVPS. 3. Remove the right side cover. 4. Disconnect the JVPS cable from the HVPS at connector (C).
3. Place the printer on its side. 4. Remove the lower deflector assembly. 5. Gently pry the inner paper deflector from the left and right mounting posts (A) located on the bottom of the printer and remove the deflector. 4-36...
5. Place the printer on its side. 6. Locate the integrated tray compensator assembly (E) on the bottom of the printer and disconnect the compensator arm bias spring (A) from the frame. 7. Disconnect the compensator sensor cable (B) from the assembly.
1. Remove the paper tray. 2. Place the printer on its side. 3. Locate the compensator assembly on the bottom of the printer and pull the compensator arm away from the printer. 4. Unsnap the pick roll assembly (D) from its mounting and remove.
4059-XXX Interconnect Board Assembly 1. Remove the inner EMC shield. 2. Remove the engine board and shield. 3. Remove the LVPS. 4. Disconnect all cables from the interconnect board. 5. Remove the interconnect board assembly mounting screws (A). 4-39 4059 Service Manual...
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4059-XXX 6. Place the printer on its back and remove the two mounting screws (A). 7. Remove the interconnect board assembly. 4-40 Repair Information...
4059-XXX Left Side Frame 1. Remove the main drive assembly. 2. Remove the left side frame mounting screws (A). 4-41 4059 Service Manual...
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4059-XXX 3. Place the printer on its back and remove the four left side frame mounting screws (A). 4. Remove the left side frame. 4-42 Repair Information...
2. Remove the two LVPS mounting screws (A) from the rear of the bottom pan. 3. Pull the LVPS assembly from the right side of the printer. Initial resistance is felt as the automate plug disconnects. 4. Press the release latch on the fuser lamp cable connector and disconnect from the LVPS.
Main Drive Assembly 1. Remove the inner EMC shield. 2. Remove the developer drive assembly. 3. Remove the transfer shaft (A) through the bottom of the printer. 4. Remove all cables from the cable clamps (B) on the main drive assembly.
4059-XXX Main Drive Motor 1. Remove the main drive assembly. 2. Remove the three main drive motor mounting screws (A). 3. Remove the main drive motor. 4-45 4059 Service Manual...
4059-XXX Multipurpose Tray/Lower Deflector Assembly 1. Open the multipurpose tray to a position that let the left and right tray hinge slots (A) align with the rectangular mounting posts (B). Pull upward on each tray hinge to remove the tray from the two mounting posts.
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4059-XXX 2. Remove the upper deflector. 3. Remove the paper out sensor. (1250, 1620,1650 and 2420) 4. Remove the screws (A) mounting the multipurpose tray/lower deflector assembly. 5. Remove the multipurpose tray/lower deflector assembly. 4-47 4059 Service Manual...
4059-XXX Operator Panel 1. Remove the upper front cover. 2. Gently press the three operator panel lens cover retaining tabs (A) and remove the lens cover. The button membrane is free to remove from the assembly. 3. Disconnect the operator panel cable and remove the operator panel board.
Be sure the torroid is on the opposite end of the cables near the engine board connectors. 10. Route the cables through the printer and down the inside of the engine board shield. 11. Plug the cables into the engine board connectors.
4059-XXX Optional 250/500 Paper Tray Assembly Note: Remove the printer and other paper feed options to access the failing optional paper tray assembly. Paper Tray Compensator Assembly 1. Remove the printer and other paper feed options. 2. Disconnect the compensator assembly bias spring from the tray frame.
4059-XXX Outer EMC Shield 1. Remove the left door. 2. Loosen the six outer EMC shield mounting screws (A) and remove the shield. 4-51 4059 Service Manual...
4059-XXX Paper Alignment Assembly 1. Remove the upper paper deflector assembly. 2. Remove the inner paper deflector assembly. 3. Release the input paper sensor from its mounting and remove. 4. Remove the left door. 5. Remove the two paper alignment assembly mounting screws (A) located inside the printer.
4059-XXX 6. Locate the paper alignment assembly reference adjustment screw (B) through the left frame and remove the screw. 7. Remove the paper alignment assembly. Note: Do the “Paper Alignment Assembly Adjustment” on page 4-5 when you reinstall the assembly.
4059-XXX Paper Size Sensing Board 1. Disconnect the paper size sensing board cable from the board. 2. Remove the two paper size sensing board mounting screws (A). 3. Remove the paper size sensing board. Pick Roll 1. Remove the upper paper deflector.
4059-XXX Printhead 1. Remove the laser assembly cover. 2. Disconnect the printhead cables (A) from the printhead assembly. 3. Remove the three printhead mounting screws (B) and remove the printhead. Note: Do the “Printhead Assembly Adjustment” on page 4-4 whenever you remove or replace the printhead assembly or loosen the mounting screws.
4059-XXX Redrive Assembly 1. Open the redrive door assembly, remove the restraint strap mounting screw and remove the door assembly. 2. Remove the redrive exit cover. 3. Remove the two redrive assembly mounting screws (A). 4. Release the two redrive assembly mounting latches (B) and remove the redrive assembly.
4059-XXX Right Side Frame 1. Remove the right side cover. 2. Remove the LVPS. 3. Remove the multipurpose tray assembly. 4. Remove the auxiliary fan assembly. 5. Disconnect the auto compensator arm bias spring from the right side frame. 6. Remove the toner sensor mounting screw (A), disconnect the sensor cable and remove the toner sensor.
4059-XXX Smart Cartridge Contacts 1. Remove the upper front cover. 2. Release tab (A) and remove the contact cover. 3. Remove the contact plunger (B). 4. Remove the two screws (C) and remove the contacts (D). 4-58 Repair Information...
4059-XXX Toner Sensor 1. Remove the right side cover. 2. Remove the toner sensor mounting screw (A). Disconnect the toner sensor cable and remove the toner sensor. 4-59 4059 Service Manual...
Transfer Roll Assembly 1. Open the upper front cover and remove the print cartridge. 2. Pivot the transfer roll assembly toward the front of the printer. 3. Unsnap the transfer roll assembly from the left and right pivot arms and remove the transfer roll assembly.
4059-XXX Upper Front Cover Hinge Assembly 1. Remove the upper front cover. 2. Remove the laser assembly cover. 3. Remove the C-clips (A) from the upper front cover hinge assembly left and right hinge pins and remove the pins. Note the pin orientation and the C-clip location on the inside of each hinge.
4059-XXX Upper Front Cover Interlock Switch Assembly 1. Remove the upper front cover. 2. Remove the operator panel. 3. Remove the inner EMC shield. 4. Press the retaining tabs (A) and remove the interlock switch assembly. 5. Note the routing of the interlock switch assembly cable and disconnect the cable at connector J4 on the engine board.
4059-XXX 5. Connector Locations Low Voltage Power Supply Connector CN3 Interconnect Board 4059 Service Manual Pin No. Signal +5 V dc +5 V dc Ground Ground Ground Ground +24 V dc +24 V dc Heat on +5 V dc +5 V dc...
4059-XXX High Voltage Power Supply Connector CN1 Engine Board 4059 Service Manual Pin No. Signal Developer PWM +24 V dc Return Charge PWM +24 V dc IN TX PWM TX Enable TX CUR PWM SVRO OUT...
4059-XXX Engine Board Connector J1 Main Fan J2 Fuser Board J3 Printhead (Mirror Motor) J4 Cover Closed Switch Pin No. Signal Fan Stall Ground Fan On Exit Sns* Thump B +5 V dc Thump A Ground Hrtherm Thermgnd Narrow Media...
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4059-XXX Connector J5 Printhead J6 Output Level Sensor J7 Auxiliary Fan (Model 2420/2450/2455/ 3455) J8 Printhead HYSNC J9 Fuser Inductor Sense WT 2450 Only 4059 Service Manual Pin No. Signal LENA* Ground LAOJ* Ground LASERPWM +5 V dc Ground Video*...
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4059-XXX Connector J10 Erase/Toner Sensor/Input Sensor J11 Operator Panel Pin No. Signal AT Servo Servo OutT TXENABLE Transfer +24 V dc Charge Ground Developer Ground In Sns* +5 V dc CTSENSE* Ground +24 V dc ERASEPWM* I2COTA +5 V dc...
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4059-XXX Connector J12 BLDC Motor J13 Autoconnect J14 Autoconnect 4059 Service Manual Pin No. Signal +24 V dc +24 V dc Return +24 V dc Return Motor3 Motor4 Motor1 +5 V dc Motor2 Ground Motor0 Ground +5 V dc Ground...
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4059-XXX Connector J15 Integrated Paper Tray J16 Staging Motor J17 MPT Pick J18 Auto Compensator J19 MPT Paper Out J20 Interconnect Board J21 Smart Cartridge (Model 3455 only) Pin No. Signal +5 V dc PSIZE2 Ground PSIZE1 +24 V dc...
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4059-XXX Level 1 Engine Board 4059 Service Manual...
4059-XXX Interconnect Board Connector J1 Fuser Solenoid (Model1620/1625/ 1650/1855/2420/2450/ 2455) J2 LVPS J3 LVPS J4 Autoconnect Top (Model1620/1625/ 1650/1855/2420/2450/ 2455) Pin No. Signal +42 V dc Ground +42 V dc Heaton Xeroxing +24 V dc +24 V dc +24 V dc...
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4059-XXX Connector J5 Autoconnect BTM/FNT J6 Engine Board J7 Controller Board J8 ID-1 J9 ID-2 J10 ID-3 J11 INA 1 (1250/1255) J12 INA 2 (1620/1625/1650/ 1855/2420) J13 INA 3 (2450/2455/3455) Models 1250 and 1255 5-15 4059 Service Manual Pin No.
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4059-XXX Models 1620, 1625, 1650, 1855, 2420, 2450, 2455 and 3455 • Models 1650, 1855, and 2420 do not have connector J13. • Models 1620 and 1625 have a jumper on J10 between the center pin and pin 5. •...
4059-XXX Envelope Option Board Connector 5-17 4059 Service Manual Pin No. Signal Ground Tx (EOC) Ground Rx (EOC) +24 V dc Return +24 V dc Ground Paper Present +5 V dc Ground Paper Present +5 V dc Motor - Phase B-...
4059-XXX Duplex Option Board Note: Duplex connectors J10 and J11 are interchangeable. No problem results if the connectors are switched. Connector J1 Motor J2 DC Motor Sensor/Encoder Board J3 Stepper Motor J4 Fan J5 Paper Input Sensor J6 Rear Cover...
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4059-XXX Connector J9 Autoconnect, Option Below J10 Autoconnect, Option Below J11 Printer Autoconnect J12 Printer Autoconnect Level 1 Duplex Option Board Pin No. Signal Ground PrtxDout Ground PrtRxd +24 V dc Ground +24 V dc Ground Ground PrtxDin Ground PrtRxD...
4059-XXX Level 2 Duplex Option Board Autoconnect - Top Connector Top Autoconnect 5-21 4059 Service Manual Pin No. Signal 0 V dc +5 V dc 0 V dc 0 V dc 0 V dc +5 V dc 0 V dc...
4059-XXX Output Expander Control Board - Level 1 Stepper Motor Connector J1A Autoconnect J2A Autoconnect J3 Pass Thru Sensor J4 Stepper Motor Pin No. Signal +24 V dc Ground +5 V dc Prtxdin Ground prtrxd Ground +24 V dc Ground...
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4059-XXX Connector J5 Bin Full Sensor Single Sensor 5-23 4059 Service Manual Pin No. Signal Ground +5 V dc RVsnsr...
4059-XXX Output Expander Control Board - Level 2 DC Motor Connector J1A Autoconnect J2A Autoconnect J3 Pass Thru Sensor Pin No. Signal +24 V dc Ground +5 V dc Prtxdin Ground prtrxd Ground +24 V dc Ground +5 V dc...
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4059-XXX Connector J4 DC Motor J5 Bin Full/Near Full Dual Sensor 5-25 4059 Service Manual Pin No. Signal mtrout1 mtrout2 Ground Ground tach + +5 V dc Ground Ground binful binful RVsnsr...
Damaged, missing, or altered covers, especially in the area of the top cover and the power supply cover • Possible safety exposure from any non-Lexmark attachments Lubrication Specifications Lubricate only when parts are replaced or as needed, not on a scheduled basis.
(Two dot) o o Detail part of a one-dot subassembly (Two dot) o o Subassembly of a one-dot subassembly The Optra S laser printer is available in eleven models. The model designations are as follows: 1250 (4059-121) 1255 (4059-125) 1620 (4059-162)
4059-XXX Assembly 4: Paper Feed (Autocompensator) 7-12 4059 Service Manual...
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4059-XXX Asm- Part Index Number 99A0060 99A0067 99A0070 Units Description Sensor, Paper Out Internal Tray Pick Arm Assembly (250) Pick Rolls Screw, Hanger PP 99A0263 7-13 Parts Catalog...
4059-XXX Assembly 12: Transfer 7-32 4059 Service Manual...
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4059-XXX Asm- Part Index Number 12-1 99A0179 12-1 99A0498 12-2 99A0349 12-3 99A0184 12-4 99A0186 12-5 99A0185 12-6 99A0181 12-7 99A0354 Units Description Transfer Roll Assembly Transfer Roll Assembly 1855-C01 PRC Arm, Transfer Roll Assembly Right Spring, Transfer Roll Right...
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Asm- Part Units Index Number 13-1 99A0512 13-2 99A0513 13-3 99A1033 Description Link Assembly, Charge Left Kit Link Assembly, Charge Right Kit Roll Assembly, Charge Screw, Charge Roll PP 99A0263 7-35 Parts Catalog...
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4059-XXX Asm- Part Index Number 14-22 99A0138 14-23 99A0030 14-23 99A0803 14-24 99A0255 14-25 99A0129 14-25 99A0130 14-25 99A0801 14-26 99A0256 14-27 99A0128 14-28 99A0254 14-29 99A0257 Units Description Sensor, Standard Bin Level Fan, Main Fan, Main 3455 Cable, Main Drive Motor...
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4059-XXX Asm- Part Index Number 20-11 20-12 99A0381 20-13 99A0388 20-14 99A0485 99A0384 99A0385 99A0494 99A0429 99A0427 99A0469 Units Description Gear Kit, PP 99A0271 o Gear, Feed o Gear, Master Cam o Gear, Drive Roll Shaft o Gear, Master/Feed Kick...
4059-XXX Index Acronyms Adjustment Procedures Duplex Motor Drive Belts Fuser Solenoid Gap Adjustment Paper Alignment Assembly Printhead Assembly 5-21 Autoconnect 3-17 Base Sensor Test Button Test Connector Locations 5-21 Autoconnect Duplex Option Board Engine Board Envelope Option Board 5-11 Fuser Board...
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4059-XXX Error Codes Service Error Codes User Error Messages Error Log ESD-Sensitive Parts Flash Test 5-11 Fuser Board Gap Adjustment Hardware Tests HVPS Connectors 3-14 Input Tray Feed Test Input Tray Sensor Test Interconnect Board Connectors Laser Notices LCD Test...
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4059-XXX 4-12 Removal Procedures Removals Center Pan Assembly 4-19 Controller Board 4-12 Covers Developer Drive Assembly 4-21 Duplex Board Duplex Front Cover Assembly Duplex Front Cover Door Duplex Front Cover Door Switch 4-21 4-22 Duplex Motor 4-23 Engine Board EP Frame Assembly...
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4059-XXX 2-76 Options 2-78 Output Bin Sensor 2-79 Output Expander 2-86 Paper Feed 2-89 Parallel Port 2-91 Print Quality 2-89 Printhead 2-104 Serial Port 2-102 Smart Cartridge 2-104 Toner Sensor 2-105 Transfer Roll Setting Configuration ID Setting the Page Count...