Vertical Voids Appear On Prints - Lexmark MS312 User Manual

Troubleshooting

Vertical voids appear on prints

Leading edge
Trailing edge
Action
Step 1
a
Make sure your software program is using a correct fill pattern.
b
Resend the print job.
Do vertical voids appear on prints?
Step 2
a
From the printer control panel, set the paper type and weight
in the Paper menu to match the paper loaded in the tray.
b
Resend the print job.
Do vertical voids appear on prints?
Step 3
Check if you are using a recommended type of paper.
a
Load the indicated tray or feeder with a recommended type of
paper.
b
Resend the print job.
Do vertical voids appear on prints?
Step 4
a
Redistribute the toner in the imaging unit.
1
Remove the toner cartridge, and then the imaging unit.
2
Firmly shake the imaging unit.
Warning—Potential Damage: Do not expose the imaging
unit to direct light for more than 10 minutes. Extended
exposure to light may cause print quality problems.
3
Reinstall the imaging unit, and then the cartridge.
b
Resend the print job.
Do vertical voids appear on prints?
Yes No
Go to step 2. The problem is
solved.
Go to step 3. The problem is
solved.
Go to step 4. The problem is
solved.
Contact customer The problem is
support. solved.
Note: The laser
scanning unit may
be defective.
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