Samsung ML 1640 User Manual

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LOADING PAPER
Loading paper in the tray
Load the print media you use for the majority of your print jobs in the tray. 
The tray can hold a maximum of 150 sheets of 75 g/m2 (20 lb bond) plain 
paper. 
1.Grasp the paper input tray and pull it toward you to open. Pinch the rear 
guide and pull it out to extend the tray
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2.Prepare a stack of paper for loading by flexing or fanning them back and 
forth. Straighten the edges on a level surface. 
3.Load paper with the...

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4.Pinch the rear guide to adjust for the paper length and pinch the side 
guide and slide it to the left flush against the paper. 
5.If necessary, close the paper cover to keep the paper loaded in the tray 
from dust. PRINTING ON SPECIAL PRINT MEDIAS
The machine can hold special sizes and types of print material, such as 
postcards, note cards, and envelopes. Especially, it is useful for single page 
printing on letterhead or colored paper.
Feeding the print material...

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3.Load the paper in the manual tray.
      (For ML-1640 Series, load paper in the paper input tray.
 
4.When you print in application, start the print menu.
5.Open printer properties.
6.Press the Paper tab in printer properties, and select an appropriate 
paper type. 
7.Select Manual Feeder in paper source then, press OK. 
8.Start printing in application.
9.Press and hold the Cancel button until machine starts operating. 
SETTING THE PAPER SIZE AND TYPE
After loading...

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basic printing
This chapter explains common printing tasks.
This chapter includes:
• Printing a document • Canceling a print job
PRINTING A DOCUMENT
Your machine allows you to print from various Windows, Macintosh, or 
Linux applications. The exact steps for printing a document may vary 
depending on the application you use.
For details about printing, see the Software section.
CANCELING A PRINT JOB
If the print job is waiting in a print queue or print spooler, such as the printer...

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maintenance
This chapter provides information for maintaining your machine and the toner cartridge.
This chapter includes:
• Cleaning your machine
• Maintaining the cartridge• Replacing the toner cartridge
CLEANING YOUR MACHINE
To maintain print quality, follow the cleaning procedures below each time 
the toner cartridge is replaced or if print quality problems occur.
Cleaning the outsideClean the cabinet of the machine with a soft lint-free cloth. You can dampen 
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5.With a dry, lint-free cloth, wipe away any dust and spilled toner from the 
toner cartidge area and the toner cartridge cavity. 
 
6.Locate the long strip of glass (LSU) inside the top of the cartridge 
compartment, and gently swab the glass to see if dirt turns the white 
cotton black.
   
7.After inserting the manual tray and the toner cartridge, close the cover. 
Make sure that the cover is securely closed. If it is not firmly closed, 
printing errors may occur when you print.
8.Plug...

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MAINTAINING THE CARTRIDGE
Toner cartridge storage
Toner cartridges contain components that are sensitive to light, 
temperature, and humidity. Samsung suggests users follow the 
recommendations to ensure the optimum performance, highest quality, and 
longest life from your new Samsung toner cartridge.
Store this cartridge in the same environment as the printer it will be used in; 
this should be in controlled office temperature and humidity conditions. The 
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3.Gently shake the toner cartridge from side to side five or six times to 
redistribute the toner. 
4.Reinsert the toner cartridge into the machine. Ensure that the toner 
cartridge snaps into place.
5.Close the front cover. Make sure that the cover is securely closed. If it is 
not firmly closed, printing errors may occur when you print.REPLACING THE TONER CARTRIDGE
When the toner LED lights red, a toner cartridge has reached its estimated 
cartridge life. Your machine stops printing....

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4.Holding both handles on the toner cartridge, thoroughly rock it from side 
to side to evenly distribute the toner.
5.Locate the cartridge slots inside the machine, one on each side.
 
6.Unfold the toner cartridge handle and grasp it. Insert the cartridge in the 
machine until it snaps into place.
7.Close the front cover. Make sure that the cover is securely closed. If the 
cover is not firmly closed, printing errors may occur when you print.
If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off...

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troubleshooting
This chapter gives helpful information for what to do if you encounter an error.
This chapter includes:
• Tips for avoiding paper jams
• Clearing paper jams• Solving other problems
TIPS FOR AVOIDING PAPER JAMS
By selecting the correct media types, most paper jams can be avoided. 
When a paper jam occurs, follow the steps outlined on page 30. 
• Follow the procedures on page 21. Ensure that the adjustable guides 
are positioned correctly.
• Do not overload the tray....