Dell 2150cdn User Guide

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You need to complete certain tasks to maintain optimum print quality.
 NOTE: The images used and procedures described in this manual are those of 
Dell™ 2150cn Color Printer.
Determining the Status of Supplies
If your printer is connected to the network, the Dell Printer Configuration 
We b  To o l can provide instant feedback on remaining toner levels. Type the 
printers IP address in your web browser to view this information. To use the E-
Mail...

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Ordering Supplies
You can order consumables from Dell on the Internet when using a networked 
printer. Type the IP address of your printer in your web browser, launch the Dell 
Printer Configuration Web Tool, and click the Order Supplies at: to order 
toner for your printer. 
You can also order toner cartridges by the following method.
1
Click Star t All Programs Dell Printers Additional Color Laser 
Software
 Dell Supplies Management System.
The 
Dell Supplies Management...

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• To achieve the best possible print quality, store print media in an environment 
where the temperature is approximately 21 °C (70 °F) and the relative 
humidity is 40 %.
• Store cartons of print media on a pallet or shelf, rather than directly on the 
floor.
• If you store individual packages of print media out of the original carton, 
ensure that they rest on a flat surface so the edges do not buckle or curl.
• Do not place anything on top of the print media packages....

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Removing the Toner Cartridge
1Open the toner access cover.
2Push the latch(es) backwards to pop open the toner cartridge(s) that you want 
to replace.
3Pull the cartridge holder until it clicks, and then pull out the toner cartridge.
 

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 CAUTION: Do not shake the toner cartridge as it may cause toner spills.
Installing a Toner Cartridge
1Ensure that the color of the new toner cartridge matches that on the handle 
before replacing it. Shake the new toner cartridge five or six times to 
distribute the toner evenly.
2Insert the toner cartridge into the associated cartridge holder, and then slide 
the latch of the toner cartridge.
 

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3Close the toner access cover.
 

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Replacing the Print Head Device (PHD) Unit
 CAUTION: Before performing any of the following procedures, read and follow 
the safety instructions in your Product Information Guide.
 
NOTICE: Protect the drums of the Print Head Device (PHD) against bright light. 
If the front cover remains open for more than three minutes, print quality may 
deteriorate.
 
NOTICE: Ensure nothing touches or scratches the surface (black-colored film) of 
the belt unit. Scratches, dirt, or oil from...

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4Open the belt unit.
5Turn the four PHD lock levers 90-degrees counterclockwise.