Y
N
Replace the Fuser Assembly
(REP
Panic stop the printer half way through the print cycle. Look at the image on the drum. The
image on the drum has even density.
Y
N
Replace the Laser Assembly
(REP
Look at the print on the paper before the Fuser. The print on the paper has even density.
Y
N
Replace the BTR
(REP
7.1).
Replace the Fuser Assembly
(REP
6.2).
Image Quality Repair Analysis Procedures
IQ RAP 12 , IQ RAP 13
6.2).
7.4).
IQ RAP 13 Skewed Image
The image is not parallel to the edges of the print sheet
Initial Actions
•
Check the paper tray(s) installation and the paper in the tray(s).
•
Load fresh dry paper.
•
Paper meets specification.
•
Check the paper path for any obstructions or debris that might hamper the passage of the
paper.
•
Ensure the Print Cartridge is properly installed.
Procedure
Run 5 test prints, single sided, from each paper tray. If the printer has a Duplex Assembly, run
five duplexed prints from each tray. The skewed image appears only on duplexed prints.
Y
N
The skewed image occurs on prints fed from all trays.
Y
N
The skewed image occurs on prints fed from the MBF Tray.
Y
N
The skewed image occurs on prints fed from Tray 1.
Y
N
The skewed image occurs on prints fed from Tray 2.
Y
N
•
Check the Tray 3 Feed Rolls. Clean or replace if necessary.
•
Check the Tray 3 Retard Roll. Clean or replace if necessary.
•
Check the Nudger Roll. Clean or replace if necessary.
•
Check the Tray 3 Transport Rolls. Check for obstructions or con-
tamination. Clean as necessary.
•
Check the feed chute between Tray 3 and Tray 2. Check for
obstructions or contamination. Clean as necessary.
A
B
C
D
E
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(Figure
1).
Figure 1 Skewed Image
Initial Issue
DocuPrint N2125