Other Print Defects; Iq Rap 1 Light (Undertoned) Prints - Xerox N2125N - DocuPrint B/W Laser Printer Service Manual

Other Print Defects

Procedure
Inspect the Test Patterns for other Print Defects. Test Prints are free of defects.
Y N
There are dark streaks present on the Test Prints.
Y N
There is a residual image (ghosts) on the Test Prints.
Y N
There is paper damage: wrinkles, creases, tears, etc.
Y N
The printer meets specifications. Go to Initial Actions
Go to IQ RAP 14 Damaged Prints.
Go to IQ RAP 9 Residual Image.
Go to IQ RAP 7 / IQ RAP 8 Streaks.
Go to Final Actions
Initial Issue
DocuPrint N2125

IQ RAP 1 Light (Undertoned) Prints

The overall image density is too light
Initial Actions
• Inspect the printer paper path for items such as staples, paper clips and paper scraps.
• Check installation of the Print Cartridge.
• Check that the Print Cartridge ground contact points are clean.
• Ensure there are no obstructions in the Laser path.
Procedure
Load fresh, dry paper. Run a test print. The image density meets specifications.
Y N
Install a new Print Cartridge. Run a test print. The image density meets specifications.
Y N
Remove the Print Cartridge. Inspect the Metal Grounding Contacts on the Print Car-
tridge Side Guide. The Metal Grounding Contacts are intact and free of contam-
ination.
Y N
Reform or clean the Metal Grounding Contacts, so they make better contact
with the drum shaft, or replace the Print Cartridge Side Guide
Check for the continuity between the Metal Grounding Contacts and the printer body
frame. There is continuity between the Metal Grounding Contacts and the
printer frame.
Y N
Replace the Print Cartridge Side Guide
Inspect Laser beam path between the Laser Assembly and the Drum for obstruc-
tions. The laser beam path is free of obstructions.
A B
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(Figure 1).
Figure 1 Light Prints
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(REP 7.5).
Image Quality Repair Analysis Procedures
Other Print Defects, IQ RAP 1
7.5).