Electrical Noise - Xerox Phaser 6180MFP Service Manual

General Troubleshooting

Electrical Noise

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There is a variable pitch sound coming from the printer. Electrical noise can
be either noise in the electrical lines or static in electromagnetic
communications.
Initial Actions
Cycle printer power.
If the problem persists, follow the procedure below.
Troubleshooting Reference Table
Applicable Parts
Print Cartridge (C/M/Y/K),
PL5.1.17-20
HVPS, PL5.2.15
Troubleshooting Procedure Table
Step Actions and Questions
1 Check external noise.
1. Are there other electrical appliances
within 3 meters from the printer?
2. Turn the electrical appliances Off or
relocate the printer at least 6 meters away
from other electrical appliances.
3. Does the error still occur?
2 1. Check the AC ground.
2. Is the AC power supply outlet wired and
grounded appropriately?
1. Reseat the Print Cartridges (page 8-11)
3
and Transfer Unit (page 8-9).
2. Does the electrical noise still occur?
1. Check the Print Cartridges for stains or
4
debris.
2. Are the Print Cartridges dirty?
Wiring and Plug/Jack Map References
Yes
Go to step 2.
Go to step 3.
Go to step 4.
Clean the
Print
Cartridges.
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No
Complete.
Request the
client to fix
the AC power
supply outlet.
Complete.
Reseat the
HVPS
(page 8-64).