Manual
Solving Print Quality Problems
Chapter 5: Troubleshooting ❖ 5-31
Blank Prints
Entire printed page is 
blank with no visible 
print.
If just installed, the Laser Print 
Cartridge insert (tape) may still 
be in place.
Remove the tape insert.
Multiple sheets are being fed 
from the paper tray at the same 
time.
Remove the paper from the paper tray and 
fan it. Ensure that paper is correctly loaded 
in the tray with edges under metal corners.
No printable data received from 
computer.
Print a Test Print. If the Test Print is normal, 
check the following:
• Interface cable between computer and 
printer
• Printer set up and application software
• If the Test Print is blank, contact your 
Customer Support Center.
Defective Laser Print Cartridge or 
low on toner.
Replace the Laser Print Cartridge.
Black prints
The page is entirely 
black.
Defective Laser Print Cartridge, or 
the cartridge is at its end of life.
Replace the Laser Print Cartridge.
Printer power supply has failed. Contact your Customer Support Center.
Table 5.3 Print quality problems
 (continued)
Problem Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action(s)
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