Replacing the Toner Cartridge
When toner starts running low or has run out, a message is displayed prompting you to prepare a new toner cartridge or perform toner cartridge replacement. Prepare a new toner cartridge or perform toner cartridge replacement according to the displayed message.
Cautions When Replacing the Toner Cartridge
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Do not touch the contacts (  ) inside the machine. Doing so may result in damage to the machine. |
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Do not replace toner cartridges until the message prompting you to do so appears. Be sure to hold the toner cartridge using the handle.  To avoid scratching the surface ( ) of the drum inside the machine or exposing it to light. Do not touch the electrical contacts ( ) or the toner cartridge memory ( ). |
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For details about each message, see Countermeasures for Each Message. For information on the product numbers for toner cartridges, see Consumables. You can check the current amount of toner remaining. Checking the Remaining Amount of Consumables |
Procedure for Replacing the Toner Cartridge
When replacing toner cartridges, follow the instructions shown in the video along with those written below.
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Open the front cover.
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Pull out the toner cartridge.
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Remove the replacement toner cartridge from the protective case.
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Shake the toner cartridge five or six times as shown below to evenly distribute the toner inside the cartridge, and then place it on a flat surface.
Do not remove the drum protective cover () in this step.
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Remove the drum protective cover.
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Install the toner cartridge.
Align the toner cartridge with the toner cartridge guide () and push it into the slot until it stops.
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Be careful that the drum portion does not get hit against the mouth of the slot.
Place the toner cartridge into the slot marked with the appropriate color label ().
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Close the front cover.