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C544dn, C544dtn, and C544dw 5025-2xx, 4xx • Table of contents • Start diagnostics • Safety and notices • Trademarks • Index Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries.
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Lexmark and Lexmark with diamond design are trademarks of Lexmark International, Inc., registered in the United States and/or other countries. PCL® is a registered trademark of the Hewlett-Packard Company. PCL is Hewlett-Packard Company’s designation of a set of printer commands (language) and functions included in its printer products.
10-14-2008 5025-2xx, 4xx Notices and safety information CAUTION This product contains a lithium battery. THERE IS A RISK OF EXPLOSION IF THE BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN INCORRECT TYPE. Discard used batteries according to the battery manufacturer’s instructions and local regulations. The laser notice label may be affixed to this printer.
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5025-2xx, 4xx 10-14-2008 Avvertenze sui prodotti laser Questa stampante è certificata negli Stati Uniti per essere conforme ai requisiti del DHHS 21 CFR Sottocapitolo J per i prodotti laser di classe 1 ed è certificata negli altri Paesi come prodotto laser di classe 1 conforme ai requisiti della norma CEI 60825-1.
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10-14-2008 5025-2xx, 4xx 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 645-670 nanometer. Lasersystemet og printeren er udformet således, at mennesker aldrig udsættes for en laserstråling over Klasse I-niveau ved normal drift, brugervedligeholdelse eller obligatoriske servicebetingelser.
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5025-2xx, 4xx 10-14-2008 Laserilmoitus Tämä tulostin on sertifioitu Yhdysvalloissa DHHS 21 CFR Subchapter J -standardin mukaiseksi luokan I (1) - lasertuotteeksi ja muualla IEC 60825-1 -standardin mukaiseksi luokan I lasertuotteeksi. Luokan I lasertuotteita ei pidetä haitallisina. Tulostimen sisällä on luokan IIIb (3b) laser, joka on nimellisteholtaan 5 mW:n galliumarsenidilaser ja toimii 645 - 670 nanometrin aallonpituuksilla.
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10-14-2008 5025-2xx, 4xx Avís sobre el Làser Segons ha estat certificat als Estats Units, aquesta impressora compleix els requisits de DHHS 21 CFR, apartat J, pels productes làser de classe I (1), i segons ha estat certificat en altres llocs, és un producte làser de classe I que compleix els requisits d’IEC 60825-1.
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5025-2xx, 4xx 10-14-2008 Service Manual...
10-14-2008 5025-2xx, 4xx Safety information • The safety of this product is based on testing and approvals of the original design and specific components. The manufacturer is not responsible for safety in the event of use of unauthorized replacement parts. •...
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5025-2xx, 4xx 10-14-2008 Sicherheitshinweise • Die Sicherheit dieses Produkts basiert auf Tests und Zulassungen des ursprünglichen Modells und bestimmter Bauteile. Bei Verwendung nicht genehmigter Ersatzteile wird vom Hersteller keine Verantwortung oder Haftung für die Sicherheit übernommen. • Die Wartungsinformationen für dieses Produkt sind ausschließlich für die Verwendung durch einen Wartungsfachmann bestimmt.
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10-14-2008 5025-2xx, 4xx Informació de Seguretat • La seguretat d'aquest producte es basa en l'avaluació i aprovació del disseny original i els components específics. El fabricant no es fa responsable de les qüestions de seguretat si s'utilitzen peces de recanvi no autoritzades. •...
5025-2xx, 4xx 10-14-2008 Preface This manual contains maintenance procedures for service personnel. It is divided into the following chapters: General information contains a general description of the printer and the maintenance approach used to repair it. Special tools and test equipment, as well as general environmental and safety instructions, are discussed.
5025-2xx, 4xx 1. General information The Lexmark™ C54x printer (5024-2xx, 4xx) is a color network printer in a compact size. Some models have internal duplexing, USB-A host ports for flash drives on the operator panel, and an optional 650-sheet Duo Drawer with 550 sheets in the input tray and 100-sheets for the multipurpose feeder.
5025-2xx, 4xx Printer specifications Memory ✔ —Supported Lexmark C544n, Lexmark C540n, C543dn ✘ —Not supported C544dn, C544dw Memory Optional slots One slot Standard DIMM sizes 128MB Optional (DDR2) 128MB, 256MB, and 512MB Maximum printer memory 640MB Option Slots (single slot is available or either font or flash memory card)
CANNOT be installed post- manufacturing. While other USB flash drives have not been tested, and therefore cannot be approved by Lexmark, these products may function if the storage device meets the following qualifications: • Supports the USB 2.0 specification supporting the Full-Speed mode •...
C544n, C544dn, C544dw Lexmark C544dtn 422 mm (16.6 in.) 424 mm (16.7 in.) 416 mm (16.4 in.) 25 kg (54.9 lbs) The Lexmark C544dn printer with optional 640-sheet duo drawer 650-sheet duo drawer 133 mm (5.2 in.) 424 mm (16.7 in.) 416 mm (16.4 in.)
76 mm (3 in.) 76 mm (3 in.) Above 254 mm (10 in.)* 254 mm (10 in.)* * Add 133 mm (5.2 in.) to the top if you want to add an optional 650-sheet Duo Drawer (Lexmark C54x models only). General information...
All acoustic measurements are made in accordance with ISO 7779-1999 and reported in conformance with ISO9296:1988-04-15. Operating mode 1-Meter average sound pressure at 4800 CQ Lexmark Lexmark Lexmark Lexmark Lexmark Lexmark C544dn, C544dw C540n C543dn C544n C544dn, C544dtn C544dw Printing (simplex) 47 dBA...
(16–28 pound) grain long bond. The duplex unit does not support card stock, transparencies, envelopes, or labels. Lexmark transparency part numbers 12A8240 and 12A8241 are supported from the standard tray, manual slot, and the multi-purpose feeder. Paper 90 to 104.9 g/m (23.9 to 27.8 lb) must be printed with Paper Type set to Heavy Paper.
US fed as well as non-recycled paper. However, no blanket statement can be made that all recycled paper will feed well. Lexmark consistently tests its printers with recycled paper (20–100% post-consumer waste) and a variety of test paper from around the world, using chamber tests for different temperature and humidity conditions.
5025-2xx, 4xx work very well in laser printers, despite surface texture. Before using these types of paper, consult your paper supplier. • Suitable sheet-to-sheet coefficient of friction (0.4–0.6) • Sufficient bending resistance in the direction of feed Recycled paper, paper of lower weight (<60 g/m [16 lb bond]) and/or lower caliper (<3.8 mils [0.1 mm]), and paper that is cut grain-short for portrait (or short-edge) fed printers may have lower bending resistance than is required for reliable paper feeding.
5025-2xx, 4xx Acronyms Autocompensator Mechanism (paper pick mechanism) BLDC Brushless DC Motor Black Only Retract Cyan DIMM Dual Inline Memory Module DRAM Dynamic Random Access Memory EEPROM Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory ElectroPhotographic Electrostatic Discharge Field Replaceable Unit Gigabyte HVPS High-Voltage Power Supply Image Transfer Unit Imaging Unit...
5025-2xx, 4xx 2. Diagnostic information Start CAUTION Unplug power cord from the electrical outlet before you connect or disconnect any cable or electronic board or assembly for personal safety and to prevent damage to the printer. Disconnect any connections between the printer and PCs/peripherals. Begin here to locate the service error code, user status message, user error message, symptom table, service checks, and diagnostic aids in this chapter to determine the corrective action necessary to repair a malfunctioning printer.
5025-2xx, 4xx POR (Power-On Reset) sequence The following is an example of the events that occur during the POR sequence for the base machine with no paper handling options installed. 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: The LED turns on.
5025-2xx, 4xx Symptom tables Printer symptom table Symptom Action Dead printer Go to “Dead printer service check” on page 2-28. Operator panel—one or more buttons do Go to “One or more operator panel buttons fail” on not work. page 2-36. Operator panel—display is blank.
5025-2xx, 4xx Print quality symptom table Symptom Action Background Go to “Print quality—background” on page 2-43. Blank page Go to “Print quality—blank page” on page 2-44. Blurred or fuzzy print Go to “Print quality—blurred or fuzzy print” on page 2-45. Half-color page Go to “Print quality—half-color page”...
5025-2xx, 4xx Error codes and messages User status and customer attendance messages User primary Explanation message Calibrating The printer is performing a color adjustment. Close Door Message clears when front cover, right cover, and toner door are closed or securely fastened.
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5025-2xx, 4xx User primary Explanation message Load Manual Printer does not detect media meeting the description <custom string> in the single <custom string> sheet feeder (manual feeder). The following actions can be taken: • Load paper, press Select ( ), and the job continues. •...
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5025-2xx, 4xx User primary Explanation message Unsupported USB Remove the unrecognized device from the USB port on the front of the printer. Device, Please Remove Unsupported USB Remove the unrecognized USB hub from the USB port on the front of the printer. HUB, Please Remove 30.xx <color>...
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5025-2xx, 4xx User primary Explanation message 38 Memory Full This message is displayed when the printer is processing an incoming job and there is not enough memory available to continue processing the job. The following actions can be taken: • Determine how to make more memory available to your print job by: - Deleting fonts and other data in RAM.
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5025-2xx, 4xx User primary Explanation message 54 Standard Network The printer detects a network port, but cannot communicate with it. The printer Software Error disables all communication to the associated network interface. Try one or more of the following: • Press Select ( ) to clear the message and continue printing.
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5025-2xx, 4xx User primary Explanation message 88 <color> Cartridge The term <color> includes black, cyan, magenta, and yellow. The cartridge Try one or more of the following: • Replace the toner cartridge, and then close the toner door to clear the message and continue printing.
5025-2xx, 4xx Paper Jam messages Paper jam messages (2xx) Error code Description Action 200.xx Paper Jam A single page of media jam at the input Pull out tray 1, and then remove the Check <area> sensor. jammed page. See “200 paper jams” on page 3-30.
5025-2xx, 4xx Service error messages Service error messages (1xx, 9xx) Error code Description Action 106.xx Service Yellow printhead error. Perform a POR. If the problem persists, go Yellow Printhead “Printhead service check” on page 2-51. 106.01 Service The yellow printhead lost HSYNC. Perform a POR.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Service error messages (1xx, 9xx) (continued) Error code Description Action 107.02 Service The cyan printhead failed to complete Perform a POR. If the problem persists, go Cyan Printhead servo. “Printhead service check” on page 2-51. 107.03 Service The cyan printhead mirror motors failed Perform a POR.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Service error messages (1xx, 9xx) (continued) Error code Description Action 108.04 Service The magenta printhead mirror motors Perform a POR. If the problem persists, go Magenta Printhead lost motor lock. “Printhead service check” on page 2-51. 108.05 Service Failure reading NVRAM from the Perform a POR.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Service error messages (1xx, 9xx) (continued) Error code Description Action 109.06 Service The black printhead thermistor is open. Perform a POR. If the problem persists, go Black Printhead “Printhead service check” on page 2-51. 109.07 Service The black printhead thermistor is Perform a POR.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Service error messages (1xx, 9xx) (continued) Error code Description Action 122.15 Service Fuser storted thermistor check failed Go to “Fuser service check” on Fuser Error for second thermistor page 2-32. 122.16 Service Estimated power is at or above Go to “Fuser service check”...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Service error messages (1xx, 9xx) (continued) Error code Description Action 152.03 Service Timeout waiting for Go to “Main drive gear assembly (EP Cyan Cartridge Motor MP_NUM_INITIAL_SAP_HALLS. drive) service check” on page 2-35. 152.04 Service Timeout waiting for SAP BLDC motor Go to “Main drive gear assembly (EP Cyan Cartridge Motor...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Service error messages (1xx, 9xx) (continued) Error code Description Action 154.04 Service Timeout waiting for SAP BLDC motor Go to “Main drive gear assembly (EP Yellow Cartridge drive) service check” on page 2-35. Motor 154.05 Service Lost lock for motor. Go to “Main drive gear assembly (EP Yellow Cartridge...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Service error messages (1xx, 9xx) (continued) Error code Description Action 929.xx Service The printer doesn't register a transition The Servicer should follow these steps to Toner Sensor on the toner sensor for a set period of resolve this problem: time.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Service error messages (1xx, 9xx) (continued) Error code Description Action 950.xx Service There is a mismatch between controller Go to “950.xx NVRAM Failure service NVRAM Failure EEPROM and mirror. check” on page 2-26. • 950.00 through 950.29 codes: mismatch between controller and mirror •...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Service error messages (1xx, 9xx) (continued) Error code Description Action 957.xx Service Controller board failure. ASIC failure. System Board 958.xx Service Printer has performed more than 100 NAND Failure “shift and reflash” operations as a result of ECC bit corrections. 959.01 Service Controller verification failure of system Update firmware or replace the controller...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Service error messages (1xx, 9xx) (continued) Error code Description Action 960.xx Service RAM memory error: RAM soldered on Replace the controller board. See Memory Error the board is bad. “Controller board removal” on page 4-19. 961.xx Service RAM memory error: slot 1 RAM is bad. Replace the controller board.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Service error messages (1xx, 9xx) (continued) Error code Description Action 980.xx Service Engine is experiencing unreliable <device> Comm. communications with the specified device. Note: <device> can be one of the following: • Duplex unit. • Tray 2. 981.xx Service Engine protocol violation detected by <device>...
5025-2xx, 4xx Service checks 122.xx—Fuser temperature incorrect This service check covers fuser temperature errors, including 122.xx. Step Questions / actions Check the clearance around the printer. See Problem resolved. Make sure the proper “Clearances” on page 1-5 or check the chart clearance is maintained.
5025-2xx, 4xx 925.01—Fan error service check Step Questions / actions Turn the printer off, and remove the rear Replace the top cover Replace the controller shield. See “Rear shield removal” on (which includes the fan). board. See “Controller page 4-11. Check the fan cable at JFAN1 for “Top cover assembly board removal”...
5025-2xx, 4xx 936.xx, 937.xx—Transport motor service check Step Questions / actions Turn the printer off, and remove the rear Reconnect the cable. Go to step 2. shield. See “Rear shield removal” on page 4-11. Check the cable at JCARB1 for proper connection to the controller board.
5025-2xx, 4xx Autocompensator mechanism service check Step Questions / actions Turn the printer off, and then remove the rear Go to step 3. Properly connect the cables, shield. See “Rear shield removal” on and POR the printer. page 4-11. Check the cable at JSP1 on the Go to step 2.
5025-2xx, 4xx Dead printer service check A dead printer is one which, when powered on from a known good electrical outlet, displays no indication of power to the printer by changes to the LCD, LED, or any movement of the fan or motors. If the printer appears dead but makes a beeping sound, check the operator panel.
5025-2xx, 4xx Duplex/manual feed sensor (S1) service check Step Questions / actions Is the printer setting on a hard, flat surface? Go to step 2. Make sure the printer is setting on a level, flat surface. Enter Diagnostics Menu (turn the printer off, Go to step 3.
5025-2xx, 4xx Front door sensor or switches service check Step Questions / actions Enter Diagnostics Menu (turn the printer off, Sensor, toner door, and Go to step 2. press and hold , turn the printer on, right doors are OK. and then release the buttons when the installed memory and processor speed displays).
5025-2xx, 4xx Step Questions / actions Close the front cover and the toner door. Be Contact your next level of Replace the front cover sure the right cover is in place. Turn the printer support. assembly. See “Front off, and then disconnect the cables at JINT1 cover assembly removal”...
5025-2xx, 4xx Step Questions / actions Turn the printer on, and check the values at Replace the fuser exit Replace the controller JBIN1: sensor. See “Fuser exit board. See “Controller sensor removal” on board removal” on JBIN1 page 4-30. page 4-19.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Step Questions / actions Check the following values at JFUSES1: Go to step 6. Replace the controller board. See “Controller JFUSES1 board removal” on page 4-19. Value +3.3 V dc Ground Ground +2.7 V dc Ground Are the values approximately correct? Replace the fuser.
5025-2xx, 4xx Input sensor (S2) service check The Input sensor (S2) is part of the ACM FRU. Step Questions / actions Enter Diagnostics Menu (turn the printer off, Replace the Go to step 2. press and hold , turn the printer on, autocompensator and then release the buttons when the mechanism.
5025-2xx, 4xx Main drive gear assembly (EP drive) service check Step Questions / actions Turn the printer off, and remove the rear Replace the JCARTB1 Go to step 2. shield. See “Rear shield removal” on cable. page 4-11. Check the cable at JCARTB1 for proper connection to the controller board, the cable for pinch points, and the cable or connector for any other damage.
5025-2xx, 4xx Operator panel service check Warning: Replace one of the following components, and perform a POR before replacing a second component. Never replace both of the components without performing a POR after installing each one, or the printer will be rendered inoperable: •...
5025-2xx, 4xx Operator panel display blank, five beeps Service tip: The printer has detected a problem with the controller board, the operator panel assembly cable (part of the front cover assembly), or the operator panel assembly if POST does not complete. The printer emits five beeps, and sticks in a continuous pattern until the printer is turned off.
5025-2xx, 4xx Operator panel display blank, printer beeps five times and pauses Step Questions / actions Turn the printer off, and remove the rear Go to step 2. Replace the controller shield. See “Rear shield removal” on board. See “Controller page 4-11.
5025-2xx, 4xx Operator panel displays all diamonds, no beeps Step Questions / actions Turn the printer off, and remove the rear Go to step 2. Replace the controller shield. See “Rear shield removal” on board. See “Controller page 4-11. board removal” on page 4-19.
5025-2xx, 4xx Operator panel displays all diamonds, five beeps Step Questions / actions Turn the printer off, and remove the rear Go to step 2. Replace the controller shield. See “Rear shield removal” on board. See “Controller page 4-11. board removal” on page 4-19.
5025-2xx, 4xx Operator panel display is dim and unchanging Step Questions / actions Turn the printer off, and remove the rear Go to step 2. Replace the controller shield. See “Rear shield removal” on board. See “Controller page 4-11. board removal” on page 4-19.
5025-2xx, 4xx Print quality service check Note: This symptom may require replacement of one or more CRUs (Customer Replaceable Units) designated as supplies or maintenance items, which are the responsibility of the customer. With the customer's permission, you may need to install a developer (toner) cartridge or photoconductor unit. Service tip Before troubleshooting any print quality problems, do the following: Print a menu settings page, and check the life status of all supplies.
Service tip: Some background problems can be caused by using rough paper or incorrectly setting the operator panel settings to rough texture when the texture is not rough. Using non-Lexmark toner cartridges may also cause the problem. Some slick or coated papers may also cause background problems. Some problems occur by running a large amount of graphics in a humid environment.
5025-2xx, 4xx Print quality—blank page Step Questions / actions Is all the packing material for the imaging unit Go to step 2. Remove the packing in question removed? material. Print a document that requires all four colors Replace the developer unit Go to step 3.
5025-2xx, 4xx Step Questions / actions Remove the developer unit. See “Developer Go to step 6. Clean the developer unit removal” on page 4-21. Check the cartridge contacts. See developer cartridge contacts from the HVPS to “Developer unit removal” the IU. on page 4-21.
5025-2xx, 4xx Print quality—horizontal banding Print the Print Defect Page: At the Ready prompt, press Menu ( Select Reports, and press Select ( Select Print Defects, and press Select ( Step Questions / actions Measure the distance between repeating Replace the photoconductor Go to step 2.
5025-2xx, 4xx Print quality—insufficient fusing Step Questions / actions Is the printer setup to use the correct media? Go to step 2. Change the settings to indicate the correct media. Check the fuser connections on the left and Go to step 3. Properly reconnect or right side of the printer.
5025-2xx, 4xx Print quality—narrow vertical line ABCDE ABCDE ABCDE Step Questions / actions Replace the photoconductor unit. See Problem resolved. Replace the developer unit. “Imaging unit (IU) removal” on page 4-35. “Developer unit removal” on page 4-21. Print quality—random marks Service tip: The primary cause of random marks is loose material moving around inside the printer and attaching to the photoconductor unit, developer roll, or transfer belt.
5025-2xx, 4xx Print quality—residual image ABCDE ABCDE ABCDE Step Questions / actions Check the condition of the imaging unit using Go to step 2. Replace the imaging unit or the customer menus (administrative menus): the photoconductor unit. “Imaging unit (IU) 1.
5025-2xx, 4xx Print quality—solid color page Service tip: A solid color page is generally caused by a problem in the high-voltage controller or an incorrect high-voltage in the printing process resulting in toner development on the entire photoconductor drum. Step Questions / actions Replace the photoconductor unit (part of the Problem resolved.
5025-2xx, 4xx Printhead service check This service check includes the following errors: Error code Color 106.xx Yellow 107.xx Cyan 108.xx Magenta 109.xx Black Step Questions / actions Turn the printer off, and remove the rear Replace the printhead. See Go to step 2. shield.
5025-2xx, 4xx Toner meter cycle (TMC) card Step Questions / actions Perform the Base Sensor Test: Replace the toner cartridge. Replace the toner meter cycle (TMC) card. See 1. Enter Diagnostics menu (turn the printer “Toner meter cycle (TMC) off, press and hold and Select ( ), turn card removal”...
5025-2xx, 4xx Transfer roll service check Step Questions / actions Turn the printer off, and remove the rear Replace the HVPS. See Replace the controller shield. See “Rear shield removal” on “High-voltage power board. See “Controller page 4-11. Turn the printer on, and check the supply (HVPS) assembly board removal”...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Step Questions / actions Turn the printer off, and remove the rear Go to step 6. Replace the controller shield. See “Rear shield removal” on board. See “Controller page 4-11. Disconnect the cable at JTRAY1 board removal” on connector on the controller board.
5025-2xx, 4xx User operator panel and Administration menus Printer operator panel The printer operator panel has a two-line, back lit, grayscale text display. The Back, Menu, and Stop buttons are located to the left of the display and the navigation buttons are located below the display. Menu Indicator light...
5025-2xx, 4xx Menu map This menu map identifies menus available to customers. The diagram shows the menus on the operator panel and items available under each menu. Some menu items or values are displayed only if a specific option or feature is installed on your printer. Other menu items may only be effective for a particular printer language.
5025-2xx, 4xx 3. Diagnostic aids Accessing service menus There are different test menus that can be accessed during POR to identify problems with the printer. Diagnostics Menu 1. Turn the printer off. The Diagnostics menu group contains the settings and operations used while manufacturing and 2.
5025-2xx, 4xx Diagnostics Menu (Diag Menu) Note: Tray 2 refers to the 550-sheet tray located in the 650-sheet duo drawer. Diagnostics Menu structure When the Diagnostics menu is entered, each Diagnostics main menu item displays on the operator panel. When a diagnostic test is selected from the main menu, a sub menu displays and each individual test displays in the order shown.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Diagnostics Menu (continued) Base Sensor Test Input “Base Sensor Test” on page 3-16. Standard Bin Fuser exit Sensr C-TMC Sensor M-TMC Sensor Y-TMC Sensor K-TMC Sensor MISC TESTS Motor Detect “Motor Detect” on page 3-16. DEVICE TESTS Flash Test (if flash memory is “Flash Test”...
5025-2xx, 4xx Diagnostics Menu (continued) Event Log Display Log “Display Log” on page 3-21. Print Log “Print Log” on page 3-22. Clear Log “Clear Log” on page 3-22. Exit Diags This selection exits the Diagnostics Menu. The printer performs a POR, and returns to normal mode.
5025-2xx, 4xx Description Value Direction of change Skew -100 to +100 A positive value causes the left end of the scan line to move down the page. A negative value Each increment corresponds to causes the left end of the scan line to move up 1/1200 of an inch.
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5025-2xx, 4xx • General printer information, including current page count, installed memory, serial number, and code level. To print the Quick Test page: Note: Print the Quick Test Page on letter or A4 paper. Select Registration from Diag Menu, and press Select ( Select Quick Test Page, and press Select ( The message Printing…...
5025-2xx, 4xx Alignment Aligns each of the color planes to the black plane. Print the Quick Test under each color, Cyan, Yellow, and Magenta, and adjust the Top Margin, Left Margin, Right Margin, Skew, and Bow. Prints the Print Alignment Pages and requires that the best line in each set of lines must be selected. To get started: Select Alignment Menu from the Diag Menu, and press Select ( Select a color (Cyan, Yellow, or Magenta), and press Select (...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Select Top Margin, and press Select ( Select the best choice for fine or coarse adjustment in Step 1 (first page), and add it to the current value for the Top Margin. to enter the sum of the numbers, and press Select ( Submitting changes…...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Select the Skew value in the same way, enter the value, press Select ( ), and print the Quick Test to see if the observed values and the current values are the same. On the second page of the latest Quick Test you printed, proceed to Step 2; adjust the left, right, and bow settings.
5025-2xx, 4xx Print Tests Input source 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. The contents of the Print Test Page vary depending on the media installed in the selected input source.
5025-2xx, 4xx Print quality test pages (Prt Quality Pgs) The print quality test consists of five pages. Pages one and two contain a mixture of graphics and text. The remainder of the pages contain only graphics. The test prints on the media in tray 1. This test may be printed from either the Configuration Menu or the Diagnostics Menu.
5025-2xx, 4xx Button Test This test verifies the operator panel button function. To run the Button Test: Select Hardware Tests from Diag Menu, and press Select ( Select Button Test, and press Select ( Press count: 0 appears. Press each operator panel button, and watch to see if the count of button presses increases by one for each press.
5025-2xx, 4xx Duplex Tests Quick Test (duplex) This test prints a duplex version of the Quick Test that can be used to verify the correct placement of the top margin on the back side of a duplex page. Note: Before you set the duplex top margin, be sure to set the registration. See “Registration”...
5025-2xx, 4xx Top Margin (duplex) This setting controls the offset between the first scan line on the front of the duplex page and the first scan line on the back of the page. Therefore, be sure to set the top margin in REGISTRATION before setting the duplex top margin.
5025-2xx, 4xx Input Tray Tests Feed Tests Any installed input tray can be tested. The pages fed through the printer are blank. To run the Feed Test: Select INPUT TRAY TESTS from Diag Menu, and press Select ( Select Feed Tests, and press Select ( Select the tray to be tested.
5025-2xx, 4xx Base Sensor Test These tests allow you to verify the correct functioning of the front door, input, and output sensors. Select Base Sensor Test from Diag Menu, and press Select ( Select the sensor you want to test, and press Select ( The following tests are available: Sensor Value...
5025-2xx, 4xx Device Tests Flash Test This menu item appears only if the flash card is installed. Data is written to the flash card and read back to check the accuracy. Warning: This test deletes all data stored on the flash device. After the test is over, reformat the flash using Format Flash in the customer Utilities Menu.
5025-2xx, 4xx Serial Number The serial number can only be viewed, but cannot changed. To view the serial number: Select Printer Setup from Diag Menu, and press Select ( Select Serial number, and press Select ( The Serial Number is displayed. Press Back ( to return to Printer Setup.
5025-2xx, 4xx ITU Barcode The 16-digit numeric value matches the ITU installed in the printer. If you replace the ITU, reenter this value. Stop ( ) exits the menu. To enter the ITU barcode: Select PRINTER SETUP from Diag Menu, and press Select ( Select ITU Barcode, and press Select ( To enter the 16-digit numeric value: to decrease the leftmost digit value or...
5025-2xx, 4xx DC Charge Adjust, Dev Bias Adj, Transfer Adjust Each of these three settings enables you to adjust the high voltage levels controlling the electrophotographic process. You will use these settings to compensate for unusual operating circumstances such as high humidity. The printer uses the value of these settings together with other settings to calculate printing speed and media selection.
5025-2xx, 4xx Reset Color Cal This setting allows the device to adjust the alignment of the color planes using pre-programmed default values. To reset the programmed value: Select TPS Setup from Diag Menu, and press Select ( Select Reset Color Cal, and press Select ( Resetting appears.
5025-2xx, 4xx Print Log Additional diagnostic information is available when you print the event log from the Diagnostics Menu rather than the Configuration Menu. The Event Log printed from Diag Menu includes: • Detailed printer information, including code versions • Time and date stamps •...
5025-2xx, 4xx Configuration menu (Config Menu) Available tests The tests display on the operator panel in the order shown for all models. Configuration menu Prt Quality Pgs “Prt Quality Pgs” on page 3-24. Color Trapping “Color Trapping” on page 3-24. Reports “Color Trapping”...
5025-2xx, 4xx Reports Menu Settings Page Print the menu settings pages to list the customer settings and to verify printer options are installed correctly. It is helpful to print the customer settings before you restore factory defaults or make major changes. To print the menu settings: Select Reports from the Config Menu, and press Select ( Select Menu Setting Page, and press Select (...
5025-2xx, 4xx Factory Defaults Sets the majority of printer values back to their factory default settings. Warning: This selection cannot be reversed, so this operation should be used only as a last resort to fix any printer problem. When factory default settings are restored: •...
5025-2xx, 4xx Auto Color Adj Sets the suggested number of pages which the printer should print between consecutive calibrations. Selections are Off and the values between 100 and 1000 in increments of 50. The default is 500 pages. If the printer exceeds the set value while printing a job, it completes the current job and any other jobs received while printing the current job before it initiates a calibration.
The following hints can help you avoid jams: • Use only recommended paper or specialty media. For more information, see the Card Stock & Label Guide available on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/publications. • Do not load too much paper. Make sure the stack height does not exceed the indicated maximum height.
5025-2xx, 4xx Understanding jam numbers and locations When a jam occurs, a message indicating the jam location appears. The following illustration and table list the paper jams that can occur and the location of each jam. Open doors and covers, and remove trays to access jam locations.
5025-2xx, 4xx 200 paper jams Remove the standard 250-sheet tray (tray 1). Remove the jam. Note: Make sure all paper fragments are removed. Insert the tray. Press Select ( 201 paper jam Grasp the front door at the side handholds, and then pull it toward you to open it. Remove the jammed paper.
5025-2xx, 4xx 202 paper jam Grasp the front door at the side handholds, and then pull it toward you to open it. Grasp the green lever, and pull the fuser cover toward you. Hold the fuser cover down, and then remove the jammed paper. The fuser cover closes when released.
5025-2xx, 4xx 230 paper jam Grasp the front door at the side handholds, and pull it toward you to open it. Remove the jam. Press Select ( ) to continue printing. 235 paper jam Load the tray with the correct paper size (supported for duplex). Insert the tray.
5025-2xx, 4xx Theory of operation Print engine theory Electrophotographic process (EP process) The method that all laser and LED printers use to print is called the electrophotographic process. These machines use differences in charge to manipulate and move toner from the toner cartridge to the printed page. Even though the basic EP process is the same for every laser and LED printer, the specifics for each printer are different.
5025-2xx, 4xx Step 1: Charge During the charge step, voltage is sent from the high-voltage power supply to the charge roll inside each of the four photoconductors. The charge roll is part of the photoconductor unit. The charge rolls (A) put a uniform negative charge over the entire surface of the photoconductor to prepare it for the laser beam.
5025-2xx, 4xx Step 2: Expose During the expose step, the laser fires a focused beam of light at the surface of each photoconductor (B) and writes an invisible image called a latent image or electrostatic image for each color. The laser beam actually discharges the surface only where the beam hits the photoconductor. This creates a difference in charge potential between the exposed area and the rest of the photoconductor surface.
5025-2xx, 4xx Step 3: Develop Once the laser exposes the photoconductor, the high-voltage power supply sends charge to the developer roll (C). For each color, the toner cartridge engages the photoconductor so it applies toner to the surface. Because of the charge difference between the toner on the developer roll and the electrostatic image created by the laser, the toner will cling to the PC.
5025-2xx, 4xx Step 4a: First transfer When the latent images are developed on each photoconductor, the high-voltage power supply sends voltage to the first transfer rolls located in the ITU (D). The charge difference between the developed toner image on the photoconductor surface and the first transfer roll causes the images to transfer to the surface of the ITU belt for each color.
5025-2xx, 4xx Step 4b: Second transfer Once the four planes of color are transferred to the transfer belt from the photoconductors, the image is carried towards the transfer roll (E). The transfer roll is also part of the ITU. Based on the speed of the transfer belt, the proper time to send the signal to pick the media from an input source is determined.
5025-2xx, 4xx Step 5: Fuse Once the image has been fully transferred to the media, the transfer roll helps move the paper into the fuser area. The fuser (F) applies heat and pressure to the page to melt the tiny toner particles and bond them permanently to the media.
5025-2xx, 4xx Step 6: Clean/erase There are two main cleaning processes that take place during the EP process. One process cleans the transfer belt and the other cleans the photoconductors. Transfer unit clean Once the toner image on the transfer belt has been transferred to the page, the transfer belt rotates around and is cleaned by the cleaning blade (G).
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5025-2xx, 4xx Photoconductor clean/erase After each plane of color has been transferred to the transfer belt from the photoconductors, a cleaning blade (H) scrapes the left over toner from the surface of each photoconductor. This is the clean/erase process. Now the photoconductor surface is prepared to begin the EP cycle once again. This cleaning/erasing cycle happens after each plane of color is transferred to the transfer belt.
5025-2xx, 4xx Paper path, transport components In order for an image to be printed, the media has to be moved from an input source (such as a tray) into the printer and eventually exit into the output bin. The most important component in this process is this media itself. Old, damaged or out-of-specification media can and will cause feed and transport problems.
5025-2xx, 4xx Transport components In summary, the media is fed from the tray into the printer by a feed roll and carried to the transfer roll (ITU). The pick rollers time the media to enter the EP process at just the right moment. The pick rollers push the media to the ITU where the image is transferred to the page.
5025-2xx, 4xx Duplex process The duplex paper path is a secondary paper path in the front cover and the 250-sheet paper tray to print on the second side of a sheet of paper. After the first side of the media is printed and the trailing edge of the paper clears the fuser exit sensor, the fuser motor reverses.
5025-2xx, 4xx Color theory What is RGB color? Red, green, and blue light can be added together in various amounts to produce a large range of colors observed in nature. For example, red and green can be combined to create yellow. Televisions and computer monitors create colors in this manner.
5025-2xx, 4xx My color transparencies seem dark when they are projected. Is there anything I can do to improve the color? This problem most commonly occurs when projecting transparencies with reflective overhead projectors. To obtain the highest projected color quality, transmissive overhead projectors are recommended. If a reflective projector must be used, then adjusting the Toner Darkness setting to 1, 2, or 3 will lighten the transparency.
5025-2xx, 4xx How can I match a particular color (such as a corporate logo)? From the printer Quality menu, nine types of Color Samples sets are available. These are also available from the Color Samples page of the Embedded Web Server. Selecting any sample set generates a multiple-page printout consisting of hundreds of colored boxes.
5025-2xx, 4xx 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, use the following instructions in addition to all the usual precautions, such as turning off power before removing logic boards: •...
5025-2xx, 4xx Removal procedures CAUTION Remove the power cord from the electrical outlet before you connect or disconnect any cable or electronic board or assembly for personal safety and to prevent damage to the printer. Disconnect any connections between the printer and PCs/peripherals. Notes: •...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Disconnect the operator panel cable, the USB port (if installed) cable, and the front door open sensor cables from the controller board (C). Pull the cables through the opening in the rear. Note: Remove the toroid by unwrapping the loops, and pulling the connector through the opening. When you re-install the cable, wrap five loops around the toroid before connecting to the controller board.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the two restraining straps from the printer by turning the end sideways and lifting out of the connector (D). Lower the front cover to align the flats on the hinges, and remove the front cover. Note: Not all models have all three cables shown. See the chart below. Service Manual...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Installation notes: When installing the front cover on the following models, note the differences relating to the USB port cable: Models Contents of front cover FRU Order front cover P/N C540n • Operator panel cable (E) 40X5420 (5025-210) •...
5025-2xx, 4xx Left cover assembly removal “Left cover assembly” on page 7-3 for the part number. Remove the media tray. Position the printer with the left side hanging over the edge of the table. On the rear, remove the metal screw (A), the short plastic screw (B), and the longer plastic screw (C). Remove the screw (D) on the bottom of the cover.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Unlatch the front bottom corner tab (E), and lower the front while disengaging from the top cover. Installation note: When replacing the left cover, flex the cover slightly to engage the tab (E) near the power switch. Repair information...
5025-2xx, 4xx Operator panel bezel and name plate removal “Operator panel bezel and name plates, including:” on page 7-3 for the part number. Lift the bottom edge of the bezel (A), and remove the bezel. Lift the name plate (B). Note: The name plate may or may not contain, depending upon the model, an opening for the USB port.
5025-2xx, 4xx Operator panel removal “Operator panel and display assembly” on page 7-3 for the part number. Warning: Replace one of the following components, and perform a POR before replacing a second component. Never replace both of the components without performing a POR after installing each one, or the printer may be rendered inoperable: •...
5025-2xx, 4xx Detach the operator panel cable (C) from the panel. Right cover assembly removal “Right cover assembly” on page 7-3 for the part number. Open the toner supply door. Open the front cover. Release the latches (A), and lift off the cover. 4-10 Service Manual...
5025-2xx, 4xx Rear shield removal The rear shield is not a field replaceable unit (FRU). Remove the six screws (A). Remove the rear shield. 4-11 Repair information...
5025-2xx, 4xx Top cover assembly removal “Top cover assembly” on page 7-3 for the part number. Remove the right cover assembly. See “Right cover assembly removal” on page 4-10. Remove the waste toner bottle. See “Waste toner bottle removal” on page 4-60.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the exit deflector and the bin full sensor flag (D). See “Exit deflector and bin full sensor flag removal” on page 4-24. Remove the machine screws (E). Lift and slide the paper stop to expose the screw (F), and remove the screw. 4-13 Repair information...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the two top screws (G) near the front. Remove the remaining four screws (H). Push in on the cover above the locating pins (J) while lifting to disengage the cover. Carefully lift the cover while keeping it horizontal. Note: Guide the front edge around the fuser, and guide the fan connector through the hole.
5025-2xx, 4xx Autocompensator mechanism (ACM) removal—standard tray “Autocompensator mechanism (ACM)—standard tray” on page 7-5 for the part number. Remove the toner cartridges, the waste toner bottle, and the imaging unit (IU). See “Waste toner bottle removal” on page 4-60, and see “Imaging unit (IU) removal”...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Reinstall the rear shield to protect the controller board, and turn the printer so the rear shield rests on the table and the bottom is facing you. Warning: For models with a wireless antenna, use supports to prevent the antenna from taking the weight of the printer.
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5025-2xx, 4xx On the right side, loosen the screw (F) with a screwdriver, and hold the ACM in place as you use your fingers to remove the screw. Move the right side of the ACM out to free the shaft from the hole in the frame. Note: Observe the location of the shaft and hole for reinstallation.
5025-2xx, 4xx Bin full sensor removal See “Photo sensor” on page 7-7 for the part number. Open the front cover. Remove the bin full sensor flag. See “Bin full sensor flag and exit deflector removal” on page 4-18. Remove the cable from the retainer. Note: Be sure to note the routing for re-installation.
5025-2xx, 4xx Controller board removal “Controller board—C544n, C544dn, C544dw” on page 7-7 “Controller board—C540n, C543dn” on page 7-7 for the part number. CAUTION After disconnecting the high-voltage power cable from the controller board, always check that the HVPS connector was not loosened. Make this check anytime you are working near the HVPS cable.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Installation notes: Warning: When replacing the controller board, verify the cable from the high-voltage power supply is seated properly. The cable may have come loose from the HVPS. Print a few pages to verify the installation. If the pages are blank, confirm that the high-voltage power supply cable is properly seated.
5025-2xx, 4xx Developer unit removal The developer units are not FRUs. Open the toner access door. Remove the toner cartridges. Remove the imaging unit. See “Imaging unit (IU) removal”. Warning: Do not touch the underside of the imaging unit. This could damage the developer units. Remove the developer unit you need or remove all of them.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the two screws (A) from the cable cover. Pull corner of cable cover (B) away from the right side to access the sensor posts (C). Unlatch the sensor. 4-22 Service Manual...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the sensor, and disconnect the cable (D) from the duplex sensor. Note: Close the front cover, and slightly lift the front of the printer to get better access. 4-23 Repair information...
5025-2xx, 4xx Exit deflector and bin full sensor flag removal “Exit deflector and bin full sensor flag” on page 7-5 for the part number. The exit deflector and bin full sensor flag are in the same FRU and should be replaced together. Open the front cover.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the exit deflector ground screw (B), and remove the cable from the retainers. Note: Note the routing of the cable through the retainers for reinstallation. With one hand, gently pull the exit deflector towards the rear, and with the other hand, press to unsnap the tabs (C).
5025-2xx, 4xx Fuser assembly removal See “Fuser assembly” on page 7-5 for the part number. Remove the right cover assembly. See “Right cover assembly removal” on page 4-10. Remove the left cover. See “Left cover assembly removal” on page 4-6. Disconnect the two-wire fuser cable (A) from the LVPS.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the exit deflector and bin full sensor flag. See “Exit deflector and bin full sensor flag removal” on page 4-24. Remove the bin full sensor. See “Bin full sensor removal” on page 4-18. Unhook the springs (D) from both sides of the fuser. Rotate the top of the fuser toward the front, slide it to the left to align the fuser side frames with the flat areas of the shaft (E), and lift to remove the fuser.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Installation notes: • Make sure the springs are resting on the frame so they can be located once the new fuser is in place. They can be difficult to reach if they hang down. • Be careful not to bump into the fuser exit sensor on the left side. •...
5025-2xx, 4xx Fuser drive motor assembly removal “Fuser drive motor assembly” on page 7-5 for the part number. Open the front cover. Remove the right cover assembly. See “Right cover assembly removal” on page 4-10. Disconnect the cable (A) from the fuser drive motor assembly. Note: If you remove the toroid (B) from the cable, be sure to return the toroid to the cable when you re- install.
5025-2xx, 4xx Fuser exit sensor removal “Fuser exit sensor” on page 7-7 for the part number. Open the front cover. Remove the fuser assembly. See “Fuser assembly removal” on page 4-26. Remove the screw (A) securing the fuser exit sensor. Disconnect the cable (B) from the fuser exit sensor.
5025-2xx, 4xx High-voltage power supply (HVPS) assembly removal “High-voltage power supply” on page 7-7 for the part number. Note: This removal requires a magnetized, long-shank Phillips screwdriver at least 8 in. or 200 mm long. Remove the top cover assembly. See “Top cover assembly removal”...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the screw (B). The screw is accessible from the top of the printer, and requires a long-shank, magnetized Phillips screwdriver. It is the only screw without a flanged head, and is about 8 inches below the top of the printer. Remove the screw (C) securing the HVPS.
5025-2xx, 4xx Image transfer unit (ITU) removal “Image transfer unit (ITU) assembly” on page 7-5 for the part number. Write down the number of the new ITU before installing it. You will need the 16-digit numeric value from the barcode after the installation, and it is easier to see at this point. Remove the right cover assembly.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Rotate the release lever (C) in a counterclockwise direction with a springhook or needlenose pliers to decouple the ITU while pulling the ITU toward the front. Hold the release lever for the first four inches (100 mm) as you pull out the ITU, but a quick, firm push should overcome the latch.
5025-2xx, 4xx Imaging unit (IU) removal The imaging unit is customer replaceable unit and is not a FRU. Note: The imaging unit contains: • Photoconductor unit • Developer units To remove only the photoconductor, remove the entire imaging unit, remove the developer units, place the original developer units in the new photoconductor, and re-install the imaging unit.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Pull the two latches until the imaging unit meets resistance. Press and hold the handles (B), and pull the imaging unit straight out. Note: Do not wrap your fingers around the imaging unit. Avoid touching the bottom. 4-36 Service Manual...
5025-2xx, 4xx Low-voltage power supply (LVPS) assembly removal “Low-voltage power supply (universal power supply)” on page 7-7 for the part number. Remove the left cover. See “Left cover assembly removal” on page 4-6. Disconnect the three cables (A) from the LVPS. Remove the seven screws (B).
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5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the LVPS. Warning: If you receive a new low-voltage power supply with a voltage selector switch (C), be sure to set the switch to the correct setting for your voltage requirements before installing the low-voltage power supply. The switch can be set for either 115 V or 230 V. Failure to do so could result in damage to the power supply.
5025-2xx, 4xx Lower frame removal, right and left “Lower left frame and lower right frame with cable cover” on page 7-5 for the part number. The right and left lower frames are in the same FRU. Left lower frame Remove the media tray, and remove the screw (A) in front. Open the front cover.
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5025-2xx, 4xx At the rear of the printer, remove the two screws (C) from the AC receptacle, and the ground screw (D). Remove the two screws (E) holding the plastic shield. Remove the AC receptacle from the left lower frame. Remove the three screws (F) securing the left lower frame.
5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the screw (G) above the frame. Swing the left lower frame away from the printer, and remove. Right lower frame Open the front cover. Remove the right cover assembly. See “Right cover assembly removal” on page 4-10. Remove the waste toner bottle.
5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the four screws (B) securing the cable cover. Note: The cable cover is part of the right lower frame FRU. 4-42 Service Manual...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Carefully place the printer on its left side. If the printer is a model with a wireless antenna, remove the screw (C) securing the wireless antenna to access the right frame. Do not remove the antenna. Remove the three screws (D) securing the lower right frame to the printer. Remove the screw from the front of the printer (E) 4-43 Repair information...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the duplex sensor. See “Duplex sensor removal” on page 4-21. Swing the rear part away from the printer to access the spring and sensor. Release the tabs to remove the tray present sensor (F) from the side frame. Note: The sensor is not part of the left lower frame FRU.
5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the spring (G) from the left lower frame FRU. Swing the rear of the lower frame away from the printer, and remove. Main drive gear assembly removal “Main drive gear assembly, with motors” on page 7-5 for the part number. Remove the left cover.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the two screws (B) from the inside left side. Disconnect the cable from the fuser exit sensor. Remove the screws securing the LVPS shield. Unplug the cables from the motors (C), and remove all cables from the retainer (D). Note: Observe the cable routing for reinstallation.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the two screws (F) from below the main drive gear assembly. Remove the two screws (G) on the right of the main drive gear assembly Lift the main drive gear assembly, and remove. 4-47 Repair information...
5025-2xx, 4xx Pick tires removal—standard media tray “Pick tires” on page 7-9 for the part number. Note: You will need to have a soft, padded work surface. Warning: Remove only the rubber tires and not the paper pick tire assembly to avoid losing small parts. The paper pick tires are located in the base printer.
5025-2xx, 4xx Installation notes: Install the new rubber tires with the surface texture turning in the direction as shown. Note: Feel each rubber surface to verify it turns properly in the direction shown. The smoother surface pushes the paper toward the front of the printer. Printhead removal “Printhead”...
5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the three screws (B). Remove the printhead. Installation note: When the printhead is replaced, perform the registration (black planes) and alignment (color planes). See “Registration” on page 3-4 “Alignment” on page 3-7. Toner cartridge contacts “Toner cartridge contacts (Pogo pin)” on page 7-8 for the part number.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the four screws (B) securing the cable cover, and remove the cable cover. Rotate the printer to view the right side. Remove the screw (C) securing the spring contacts. Release the tabs (D) on the spring contact to release the spring contacts. 4-51 Repair information...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Disconnect the cable (E) from the controller board at JSC1. Remove the cable from the retainer on the bottom of the printer. Extract the cable through the frame, and remove the cable with the spring contacts. Note: To remove the cable, be sure to unwrap the toroid. When you re-install, be sure to wrap the toroid five times as shown.
5025-2xx, 4xx Toner density sensor (TDS) removal—left or right sensor “Toner density sensors, left or right (one in package)” on page 7-8 for the part number. Note: The toner density sensor is also called the toner patch sensor (TPS). The toner density sensors are the same, but the left sensor has a thermistor attached which needs to be removed when you install a new TDS on the left side.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Installation notes • Before beginning the installation of the new left or right toner density sensor, note the 32-digit TPS value printed on the barcode on the new FRU. • After installation, perform the TPS Setup. Enter the factory preset alignment number. Enter the Diagnostics Menu: Turn the printer off.
5025-2xx, 4xx Toner meter cycle (TMC) card removal “Toner meter cycle card assembly” on page 7-7 for the part number. Remove the rear shield. See “Rear shield removal” on page 4-11. Remove the right cover assembly. See “Right cover assembly removal” on page 4-10.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Installation notes: • Be sure the cable runs through the retainer. • The toner meter cycle card is a tight fit. Insert the bottom edge inside the frame, and then push down on the top edge to clear the top cover. •...
5025-2xx, 4xx Tray present sensor removal See “photo sensors” on page 7-7 for the part number. Remove the media tray. Remove the imaging unit. See “Imaging unit (IU) removal” on page 4-35. Remove the waste toner bottle. See “Waste toner bottle removal” on page 4-60.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Tilt the sensor (C) and push it through. Disconnect the cable from the tray present sensor, and remove the sensor. 4-58 Service Manual...
5025-2xx, 4xx USB port connector removal “USB port and cable (for portable flash drive)” on page 7-8 for the part number. The FRU includes the USB port connector and cable. Remove the operator panel. See “Operator panel removal” on page 4-9.
5025-2xx, 4xx Remove the USB port cable from the cable channel on the right side. Waste toner bottle removal The waste toner bottle is not a FRU. Open the front cover. Lift the toner cover by sliding the latch to the left. Remove the right cover assembly.
5025-2xx, 4xx Wireless network antenna removal “Antenna for wireless card—C544dw only” on page 7-7 for the part number. Remove the rear shield. See “Rear shield removal” on page 4-11. Lift to disconnect the wireless card (A) from the controller board. Carefully disconnect the antenna cable (B) from the wireless card at the card.
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5025-2xx, 4xx Gently squeeze the fastener (E) with needlenose pliers. Slide the antenna cable and cable through the hole in the bracket. If the bushing is damaged, remove it by pressing the tabs on each side. Note: Take note of the orientation of the bushing. When reinstalling, place the cover upright, bend the antenna as it would be positioned, and make sure the antenna can move about 30°...
5025-2xx, 4xx Wireless network card “Wireless network card assembly—C544dw only” on page 7-7 for the part number. Remove the rear shield. See “Rear shield removal” on page 4-11. Lift to remove the wireless card (A) from the controller board. Carefully disconnect the antenna cable (B) from the wireless card at the card. 4-63 Repair information...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Controller board connectors (continued) Connector Pin no. Signal JLVPS1 +5 V dc Low-voltage power supply Ground +5 V dc Ground +5 V dc Ground +24 V dc Ground +24 V dc Ground +24 V dc Ground RELAY_DRIVE ZERO_XING_IN HEAT1_ON Ground JMIRR1...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Controller board connectors (continued) Connector Pin no. Signal JOPP1 I2C_DATA Operator panel connector V_PANEL+5 V I2C_CLK Ground OP_IRQ_N +3.3 V dc Ground JOPT1 TXD_PP Options I/F Ground Ground RXD_PP +24 V dc Ground +5V_OPTIONS Ground Ground JPH1 VDO_HSYNC1_C Printhead flat cable connector VDO_PH_OK VDO_HSYNC0...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Controller board connectors (continued) Connector Pin no. Signal JSP1 ANODE Smart pick drive M1_OUT1 CATHODE M1_OUT2 Ground Ground CATHODE VOUTA +5 V dc VOUTB ANODE Ground ANODE +5 V dc CATHODE JSRSEL1 SERIAL_SEL Serial select Ground JTHM1 TPS_THERM_SNS TPS therm connector TPS_SNS_RTN JTPS1...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Controller board connectors (continued) Connector Pin no. Signal JUSB1 Port Ground USB connector USB +5 V dc USB D– USB D+ Ground Ground JUSBW1 Ground USB wireless connector USB_HST_VP USB_HST_VM Ground +3.3 V dc +3.3 V dc JWT1 SENSE Waste toner detection VREF...
5025-2xx, 4xx High-voltage power supply (HVPS) diagram 5-10 Service Manual...
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5025-2xx, 4xx High-voltage power supply (HVPS) connectors Connector Pin no. Signal J1 USB Port Ground USB +5 V dc USB D- USB D+ Ground Ground 5-11 Connector locations...
5025-2xx, 4xx Low-voltage power supply (LVPS) connectors Connector Pin no. Signal J1 USB Port Ground USB +5 V dc USB D- USB D+ Ground Ground Toner meter cycle (TMC) card Wireless network card Connector Pin no. Signal Ground USB +5 V dc USB D–...
5025-2xx, 4xx Wireless network card Wireless network card Connector Pin no. Signal Ground USB +5 V dc USB D– USB D+ Ground Ground 5-14 Service Manual...
Damaged, missing, or altered parts, especially in the area of the On/Off switch and the power supply • 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 Preventive maintenance...
PP: (Parts Packet) in the parts description column indicates the part is contained in a parts packet. • Model information used in the parts catalog: Machine type/model Term used in parts Product name Description 5025-210 Lexmark C540n Network 5025-230 Lexmark C543dn Network, duplex 5025-410 Lexmark C544n Network...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Assembly 1: Covers Asm- Part Units/ Units/ Description Index number mach 1—1 40X5418 Top cover assembly 40X5416 Right cover assembly 40X5419 250-sheet tray assembly 40X5430 Front cover assembly (including duplex and USB port cable)—C543dn, C544dn, C544n 40X5420 Front cover assembly (excluding duplex and USB port cable)—C540n 40X5168 Pick tires 40X5431...
5025-2xx, 4xx Assembly 4: Cables Asm- Part Units/ Units/ Description Index number mach 4—1 40X5429 ITU paper path thermistor 40X5414 Toner density sensors, left or right (one in package) 40X5421 Toner cartridge contacts (Pogo pin) 40X5423 Cable packet, used for: AC power in Low-voltage power supply High-voltage power supply...
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5025-2xx, 4xx Index Numerics accessing 3-27 Auto Color Adj 2-12 2-18 1xx service errors – 3-24 available tests 250-sheet media tray 3-24 Color Trapping 4-15 autocompensator mechanism (ACM) 3-25 Demo Mode 4-48 pick tires removal 3-26 Energy Conserve 2xx paper jam 3-25 Event Log 3-29...
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5025-2xx, 4xx 3-16 duplex 3-16 2-29 4-21 duplex sensor 3-16 3-14 Standard Bin Left Margin 3-16 Y TMC Sensor models 3-13 Device Tests Quick Test 3-17 3-44 Flash Test theory 3-14 Duplex Tests Top Margin 3-14 Left Margin duplex sensor 3-13 Quick Test locations...
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5025-2xx, 4xx 2-37 imaging unit (IU) display blank, 5 beeps 4-35 2-36 description one or more buttons fail parts catalog options and features 4-35 removal description 3-10 input source tests parts catalog 4-19 3-25 lithium battery Panel Menus 3-11 low-voltage power supply (LVPS) Panel Test 5-12 connections...
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5025-2xx, 4xx printhead Quick Test 3-13 parts catalog Quick Test (duplex) 4-49 3-19 removal Reset Fuser Cnt 2-25 3-45 service check RGB color 3-17 Prt Color Pg Count 3-17 Prt Mono Pg Count 2-29 S1 sensor Prt Quality Pgs safety information 3-24 configuration menu safety inspection guide...