Spots
There are spots of toner randomly scattered on the page.
Initial Actions
Check that the paper supply is clean, dry and fresh (recycled paper may have
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spots).
Ensure there are no obstructions in the Laser path.
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Inspect the printer paper path for items such as staples, paper clips and paper
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scraps.
Check installation of the Print Cartridge.
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Check that the Print Cartridge ground contacts (on the right side of the Print
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Cartridge and in the Print Cartridge Side Guide in the printer) are clean.
Check that rollers and other components in the paper path are clean and
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unobstructed.
Spots Troubleshooting Procedure
Step Actions and Questions
1
1. Install a new Print Cartridge.
2. Print a Test Print.
Are the spots gone?
2
Inspect the Transfer Roller Assembly for contamination
and wear.
Is the Transfer Roller free of contamination and
wear?
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Yes
Problem
solved.
Go to step 3.
Phaser 4400 Laser Printer Service Manual
No
Go to step 2.
Replace the
Transfer
Roller
Assembly
(RRP 7.1 on
page
6-79).