HP LaserJet 5000dn User Manual

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Manually Feeding Paper from Tray 1
The Manual Feed feature allows you to print on special paper from 
Tray 1, such as envelopes or letterhead. If Manual Feed is selected, 
the printer will print only from Tray 1.
Select Manual Feed through the software or printer driver. Manual 
Feed can also be enabled from the Paper Handling Menu in the 
printer’s control panel.
NoteWhen Manual Feed is selected, if 
TRAY 1 MODE=FIRST the printer 
automatically prints (if paper is in the...

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Printing by Type and Size of Paper
You can configure the printer to select paper by 
type (such as plain 
or letterhead) and 
size (such as letter or A4), as opposed to 
source 
(a paper tray).
Benefits of Printing by Type and Size of Paper
If you frequently use several different kinds of paper, once trays are 
set up correctly, you do not have to check which paper is loaded in 
each tray before you print. This is especially helpful when the printer 
is shared, and more...

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NoteThe type and size settings can also be configured from 
HP JetAdmin for networked printers. See the printer software help.
To print by type and size, it might be necessary to unload or close 
Tray 1, or set 
TRAY 1 MODE=CASSETTE from the Paper Handling Menu 
in the printer’s control panel. For more information, see page 58.
Settings in the printer driver and software application override 
control panel settings. (Software application settings override 
printer driver...

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Printer Maintenance
Overview
This chapter explains basic printer maintenance.
Managing the toner cartridge.
Cleaning the printer.
NoteTo ensure optimum print quality, the printer will prompt you to have 
routine maintenance performed every 150,000 pages. When the 
PERFORM PRINTER MAINTENANCE message appears on the control 
panel, contact an HP-authorized service and support provider to 
have the maintenance performed. (See the HP Support pages at 
the front of...

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Managing the Toner Cartridge
HP Policy on Non-HP Toner Cartridges
Hewlett-Packard Company cannot recommend use of non-HP toner 
cartridges, either new or remanufactured. Because they are not HP 
products, HP cannot influence their design or control their quality.
To install a new HP toner car tridge and recycle the used cartridge, 
follow the instructions included in the toner cartridge box.
Toner Cartridge Storage
Do not remove the toner cartridge from its package...

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Continue Printing When Toner is Low
When toner is low, the printer’s control panel displays the 
TONER LOW 
message.
If the 
TONER LOW message displays, but the printer continues 
printing, 
TONER LOW is set to 
CONTINUE (the default setting).
If the printer stops printing when low toner is detected, 
TONER LOW 
is set to 
STOP. To resume printing, press 
[Go]. 
The printer will continue to display 
TONER LOW until you replace the 
toner cartridge. 
Select 
TONER...

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Redistributing the Toner (continued)
1Open the top cover. 
2Remove the toner cartridge from the 
printer. 
WARNING!
Avoid reaching too far into the printer. 
The adjacent fusing area might be hot!
Caution
To prevent damage to the toner 
car tridge, do not expose it to light for 
more than a few minutes.
3Rotate the toner cartridge and 
gently shake it from side to side to 
redistribute the toner.
Note
If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off 
with a dry cloth and...

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Cleaning the Printer
To maintain print quality, follow the cleaning procedure (on the 
following page) every time the toner cartridge is changed, or 
whenever print quality problems occur. As much as possible, keep 
the printer free from dust and debris.
Clean the outside of the printer with a slightly water-dampened 
cloth.
Clean the inside with a dry, lint-free cloth.
CautionDo not use ammonia-based cleaners on or around the printer.
While cleaning the printer, be...

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Cleaning the Printer
Before beginning these steps, turn the 
printer off and unplug the power cord.
1Open the top cover and remove the 
toner cartridge.
WARNING!
Avoid reaching too far into the printer. 
The adjacent fusing area might be hot!
Caution
To prevent damage to the toner 
car tridge, do not expose it to light for 
more than a few minutes.
2Wipe any dust or dirt off the paper 
feed guides (shaded areas) with a 
dry, lint-free cloth.
Note
If toner gets on...