Problem solving – Oki 12i User Manual
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Problem Solving
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Symptom:
Page prints all black.
Problem:
Damaged image drum cartridge causes repetitive
marks every 1.6 inches due to surface nicks and
scratches.
Solution:
Install new image drum cartridge.
Symptom:
Vertical white streaking or faint areas on page.
Problem:
Toner is low and does not distribute properly or the
drum is worn out.
Solution:
Replace toner cartridge. Check drum and replace the
drum, if necessary. Contact service.
Problem:
LED array dirty.
Solution:
Clean LED array. (See Section 3)
Symptom:
Vertical black lines.
Problem:
Scratched image drum.
Solution:
Replace the image drum cartridge.
Problem:
Hardware problem.
Solution:
Contact service.
Symptom:
Fuzzy print
Problem:
Dirty LED array.
Solution:
Clean LED array.
Symptom: Distorted print
Problem: Paper path, lamp assembly, or fusing unit problem.
Solution: Generate Cleaning Page. Contact service.
Symptom: Faded print after installation.
Problem: Toner cartridge is not correctly installed.
Solution: Install toner cartridge correctly.
Symptom: Smeared or blotched print.
Problem: Dirty or defective fuser assembly or other hardware
problem.
Solution: Generate Cleaning Page. Contact service.
Symptom: Printed page is light or blurred.
Problem: Is toner low?
Solution: Replace toner cartridge.
Problem: Is paper meant for laser printers?
Solution: Use recommended paper.
Problem: LED array is dirty.
Solution: Clean LED array.
Symptom: Bold characters and dark lines are smeared.
Problem: Toner is low.
Solution: Install new toner cartridge.
Symptom: Print is darker than usual.
Problem: Darkness setting is too high.
Solution: Change darkness setting in the printer menu.
Symptom:
Pages curl excessively
Problem:
Printing on wrong side of paper. High humidity.
Solution:
Turn paper over in tray. Note arrow on paper package.
Install paper print side down in tray.
Problem:
Moisture in paper. Improper storage.
Solution:
Avoid storing paper in areas of excessive temperature
changes and humidity.
Problem:
High Humidity.
Solution:
Recommended operating humidity: 20-80%