Phaser 3140/3155/3160 Printer Service Manual
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Print-Quality Troubleshooting
Vertical Black Line or Band
There are faded or black lines along the page in the direction of paper travel from
the leading edge to the trailing edge. This often occurs when the developer roller
or cleaning blade in the Print Cartridge is damaged.
Initial Actions
•
Check the condition of the Print Cartridge.
•
Check the surface of the Transfer Roller.
Troubleshooting Reference Table
Applicable Parts
Example Print
■
Transfer Roller, PL1.0.8
■
Print Cartridge, PL1.0.12
Troubleshooting Procedure Table
Step
Actions and Questions
Yes
No
1
Check the Print Cartridge for
damage.
Is the Print Cartridge damaged?
Replace the
Print Cartridge
(page 8-6).
Go to step 2.
2
Check the Transfer Roller surface for
damage.
Is the Transfer Roller surface
damaged?
Replace the
Transfer Roller
(page 8-8).
Complete.
Vertical Stripes
