Print Irregularities - Lexmark MX81 series Service Manual

Action
Step 1
Check the media condition, and load new dry, and recommended media.
Re‑print the defective image.
Does the problem remain?
Step 2
Check the media transfer route and media path for contamination and
debris.
Are the above paths free of contamination and debris?
Step 3
Check the toner level.
Is the toner level normal?
Step 4
Check the transfer roller for contamination and wear.
Is the above component free of excess wear and contamination?
Step 5
Check the laser printhead for proper connection.
Is the above component properly connected?
Step 6
Perform a print test.
Does the problem remain?

Print irregularities

Action
Step 1
a
Move the width and length guides in the tray to the correct positions
for the size of the paper loaded in the tray.
b
Resend the print job.
Do print irregularities still appear?
Yes
Go to step 2.
Go to step 3.
Go to step 4.
Go to step 5.
Replace the laser
printhead. See
printhead removal" on
page
Contact the next
highest level of
support.
Yes
Go to step 2.
Diagnostic information
40
No
The problem is solved.
Remove debris or
contamination.
Replace the print
cartridge.
Replace the transfer
roller. See
roller removal" on
page 336.
Replace the
"Laser connections.
314.
The problem is solved.
No
The problem is solved.
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