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Copier’s condition Action
Misfeeds occur frequently.
Is the paper properly set in the paper tray?
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Always load paper correctly.
Are there any pieces of misfed paper or other foreign
objects in the machine?
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Make sure that the paper path is completely clear
of paper and other material after a misfeed.
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If you cannot correct the problem by taking the above actions, please contact
your service representative.
IF YOU CANNOT MAKE COPIES AS YOU
WANT
Problem Cause Action
Copies appear dirty.
The original has a gray or colored
background.
Adjust the image density.
See page 41.
The image density is too dark.
The platen cover, exposure glass,
or document feeder belt is
dirty.
Clean them.
See pages 144 and 145.
The reverse side of an
original image is copied.
The image density is too dark.
Adjust the image density.
See page 41.
Copies are too light.
The original has a low contrast
image.
Adjust the image density.
See page 41.
The image density is too light.
Damp or rough grain paper is
used. Use dry paper without rough
grain.
The same copy area is
dirty whenever making
copies. The platen cover, exposure
glass, or document feeder belt
is dirty.
Clean them.
See pages 144 and 145.
Copies are blank or
parts of the image are
not copied.
The original is not set correctly.
Set originals correctly.
See page 31, 32, or 34.
An improper paper size is
selected.
Select the proper paper size.
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If you cannot correct the problem by taking the above actions, please contact
your service representative.
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