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Cleaning the Printer

Cleaning the inside of the printer
Removing spilled toner
Cleaning the printer case

The printer needs only minimal cleaning. If you notice a decline in print quality, clean the inside of the printer as described in this section.

You should also clean the MP tray and the printer case every few months.

Cleaning the inside of the printer

Fine particles of dust can collect inside the printer. Follow the steps below to clean the inside of the printer and the paper feeder:

Make sure the printer is turned off.

Open the printer cover by pressing the latch on the left side of the printer and lifting the cover up all the way.

Warning:

Opening the printer exposes the fuser, which is marked CAUTION Hot Surface Avoid Contact. Be careful not to touch the fuser. If the printer has been in use, the fuser may be very hot.

Remove the developer cartridge and the photoconductor unit as described in Replacing Consumable Products.

Remove any dirt inside the printer with a clean, dry, lint-free cloth. Do not use compressed air. If you have paper feed problems, clean the paper roller by opening the roller cover and wiping the roller with a clean, dry, lint-free cloth.

Reinstall the photoconductor unit, and then the developer cartridge.

Lower the printer cover. Press it gently until it clicks shut.

Remove all the paper from the MP tray and clean the tray with a clean, dry, lint-free cloth.

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Removing spilled toner

If toner spills inside the printer, do not use the printer until you remove all the spilled toner.

If only a small amount of toner is present, carefully wipe out the inside of the printer with a clean, dry, lint-free cloth.

If a large amount of toner is present, use a small vacuum-cleaning device (available from computer supply stores) to remove it. Then carefully wipe with a clean, dry, lint-free cloth.

Caution:

Toner and other fine powders can damage some vacuum cleaners. Be sure to read the instructions for your vacuum cleaner before you use it on spilled toner.

Note:

If you spill toner on your clothing, rinse it off with cold water. Do not use hot water as this may cause the toner to leave a permanent stain.

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Cleaning the printer case

If the printer's outer case is dirty or dusty, turn off the printer and clean it with a clean, dry, lint-free cloth dampened with a mild detergent.

Caution:

Never use alcohol or thinner to clean the printer case; these chemicals can damage the components and the case. Be careful not to get water onto the printer mechanism or any electronic components.

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