Print Quality Problems; Stripes: White; Stripes: Black - Oki 2426 Series User Manual

Print Quality Problems

Stripes: White

The stripes appear in the same direction as the paper was printed
(moved through the printer).
Possible cause
LED head is dirty.
Toner is low.
Image drum
damaged.

Stripes: Black

The stripes appear in the same direction as the paper was printed
(moved through the printer).
Possible cause
Image drum is
damaged.
Toner is low.
Periodic black lateral
lines or spots.
The image drum has
been exposed to light.
Remedy
Clean LED head with lens cleaner or soft tissue.
See "Cleaning the LED heads" on page 517.
Change toner cartridge.
See "Changing the Toner Cartridge" on page 498.
Change image drum.
See "Changing the Image Drum" on page 505.
Remedy
Replace image drum.
"Changing the Image Drum" on page 505.
Change toner cartridge.
See "Changing the Toner Cartridge" on page 498.
• If the lines or spots occur at intervals of approximately
44 - 94 mm, the image drum (green tube) is damaged
or dirty.
If damaged, replace the image drum cartridge.
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 unit.
See "Changing the Fuser" on page 514.
Remove the image drum from the printer and store it in
a dark place for several hours. If this does not work,
replace the image drum.
Executive Series 2426 Printer Family User's Guide
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