Replacing a Drum Cartridge
You need to replace a drum cartridge if it has reached the end of its component life, if it is damaged by light, or if you are experiencing spots and streaks on the printed output.
Note: All four Drum cartridges are interchangeable.
Important:
After replacing the drum cartridge, the system automatically resets the High Frequency Service Item (HFSI) usage counter of this CRU component to zero (0). Check the Consumables screen for the reset and new status.
After replacing the drum cartridge, the system automatically resets the High Frequency Service Item (HFSI) usage counter of this CRU component to zero (0). Check the Consumables screen for the reset and new status.
CAUTION: Do not leave the Drum Cartridge Drawer open for more than one minute. Exposing the drum cartridges to direct sunlight or strong light from indoor fluorescent lighting for more than one minute may cause image quality defects.CAUTION: Replace drum cartridges while the press is powered ON.1. Ensure that the press is not in operation and not currently printing jobs.
2. Open the press Left and Center Front doors.
3. Turn the R1-R4 Drum Drawer Handle clockwise to the unlock position.
4. Grasp the Release Handle and pull out the Drum Drawer until it stops.
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5. Remove the old drum cartridge by holding the finger rings provided at both ends of the drum cartridge and gently lifting up.
CAUTION: Drums are light sensitive. Do not leave the Drum Cartridge Drawer open for more than one minute when replacing cartridges. Exposing the drum cartridges to direct sunlight or strong light from indoor fluorescent lighting for more than one minute may cause image quality defects.6. Clean under drum cartridge area:
a. With the Drum Cartridge Drawer open, look for dry ink/toner waste on the bottom of the catch pan under the drum cartridges.
b. Use a clean cloth to wipe down the catch pan.
7. Open the bag containing the new drum cartridge. Place the new drum cartridge near the press.
CAUTION: Do not touch or scratch the surface of the drum when you take it out from the bag.8. Unwrap the sheet covering the new drum cartridge and place it under the cartridge.
Note: Some drum cartridges may include a protective film. If the film is present, remove the film on the drum cartridge.
9. Using the finger rings, install the new drum cartridge into the press with the side marked front facing the front.
10. Press both ends of the drum cartridge to place it in a horizontal position.
11. Immediately close the drum cartridge drawer to protect the other drums from light.
12. Return the Release Handle to its original position.
13. Return the R1-R4 handle to the original position and close the press left and center front doors.
14. Insert the used drum cartridge into an empty container for recycling.