Xerox 5400N - Phaser B/W Laser Printer, Service Quick Reference Manual

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214 Phaser 5400 Laser Printer Service Guide
RAP 85 Skips / Smears
A skip is a disturbance of the image that lengthens or
shortens the image in the process direction. A smear
is a darkening across the process direction or a
repeat of the image in the process direction.
Figure 33 Skips / Smears
Table 116 Skips / Smears Troubleshooting Procedure
Step Actions and Questions Yes No
1 INITIAL ACTIONS
■
Check that the paper supply is dry and fresh.
■
Ensure that the paper is within specification.
■
Check that the paper path for any obstructions or
debris.
2 TEST PRINT
Run a Test Print.
Does the image display skips or smears?
Go to
Step 3. Problem
solved.
3 SEQUENTIAL REPLACEMENT
Check, clean or replace as necessary in the following
sequence:
■
Paper Transport [RRP 4.1, page 283 ].
■
Main Drive components [RRP 6.1, page 295 ].
■
Fuser Assembly [RRP 5.1, page 288 ].
Does the defect still occur?
Replace the
Print
Cartridge
[PL 8.1,
page 402 ].
Problem
solved.