Replacing the Drum Cartridge
The machine displays a message in the Printer Status Window when the amount remaining in the drum cartridge is low. Note that the print quality may suffer if you continue printing without resolving this issue. You can check the amount remaining in the drum cartridges in the Printer Status Window (Checking the Remaining Amount of Consumables).
When a Message Appear
The message that is displayed depends on the amount remaining in the drum cartridges. Depending on which message is displayed, prepare a new drum cartridge (Consumables) or replace the current drum cartridge with a new one (Procedure for Replacing the Drum Cartridge).
[The drum cartridge needs to be replaced soon.] 
This message notifies you that the drum cartridge needs to be replaced soon. Make sure that you have a replacement drum cartridge ready. Replace the drum cartridge if you see this message before you start to print a large job.
 When this message is displayed
When printing, you can continue printing the original.
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Specifying When This Message Is Displayed
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You can set any value as the percentage of the amount remaining in the drum cartridge that triggers this message.
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in the system tray.
[Device Settings] 
[The drum cartridge has reached the end of its lifetime.]
This message notifies you that the drum cartridge has reached the end of its lifetime. It is recommended that you replace the drum cartridge with a new one. You can continue printing, but the print quality cannot be guaranteed.
Procedure for Replacing the Drum Cartridge
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Remove the output cover.
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Close the paper stopper, and then open the toner cover.
3
Remove the toner cartridge.
Do not shake or tilt the toner cartridge. Also, make sure to avoid applying shocks to the toner cartridge, such as by hitting it against something. Doing so may cause the toner left in the toner cartridge to leak. Remove the toner cartridge gently at the same angle as the slot.
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Remove the drum cartridge.
Do not shake or tilt the drum cartridge. Also, make sure to avoid applying shocks to the drum cartridge, such as by hitting it against something. Doing so may cause the toner left in the drum cartridge to leak. Remove the drum cartridge gently at the same angle as the slot.
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Remove the new drum cartridge from the protective bag.
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Replace the drum cartridge.
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Insert the toner cartridge.
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Close the toner cover.
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Replace the output cover.
