Printing Process - Xerox Phaser 6180 Service Manual

Printing Process

Phaser 6180 Color Laser Printer Service Manual
The Phaser 6180 Printer print process consists of the following steps:
1. Charging – The Drum surfaces are charged with electricity.
2. Exposure – The Drums are exposed to laser beams.
3. Development – Image is developed with toner.
4. Transfer (Drum ---> Paper) – Four color finished toner image on the
Drums is transferred onto the paper.
5. Cleaning (Print Cartridge) – Remaining toner on the drums is collected.
6. Neutralization – The Detack Saw neutralizes the charge on the paper via
the Belt.
7. Fusing – The Fuser applies toner on to paper using heat and pressure.
8. Cleaning – Remaining toner on the Transfer Unit is collected.
Print Cartridge (C, M, Y, K)
(1) Charging
(3) Development
(4) Transfer
(5) Cleaning
Laser Unit
(2) Exposure
Laser Beam
Paper Transfer
Fuser
Transfer Unit
(7) Fusing
(4) Transfer
(6) Neutralization
(8) Cleaning
Theory of Operation
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