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Repair Analysis Procedures (RAPs)
7.5.23 Skips/Smears
Definition
Skip: Loss or stretching of the image in bands across the process
direction.
Smear: The distortion of the image in bands across the process
direction that cause it to appear to be blurred or compressed.
Initial Action
Run five (5) System Controller Test Patterns.
Procedure
1 There are skips and/or smears on the test prints.
Y: Perform the following in sequence to resolve a Skips or Smears problem:
- Paper stock meets specifications.
- Inspect the Drive Assembly for damaged and worn gears. Replace, if necessary.
- Inspect the Main Drive Motor for smooth operation and wear of drive gear. Replace, if
necessary.
- Inspect the BTR Chute Assembly for damage/wear.
- Inspect the Fuser Assembly and Feedout Rolls for smooth operation and wear.
Replace worn part(s) if necessary.
- Replace the EP Cartridge if the problem still exists.
N: Go to step 2.
2 There are skips/smears on the customer documents.
Y: Ask the customer to ensure their application is operating properly.
N: Problem resolved. Go to Final Actions.
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