Xerox Phaser 4500B User Manual

Print-Quality Problems
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Blurred Prints
The image is blurred at the 
edges.
1.The paper may be in poor 
condition.
2.The paper may be damp.
3.The print cartridge may be 
defective.1.Replace the paper.
2.Replace the paper.
3.Replace the print cartridge.
Random or Spot Deletions
Areas of the print are 
extremely light or missing.
1.The paper may be in poor 
condition.
2.The paper may be damp.
3.The print cartridge may be 
defective or at the end of its 
life.1.Replace the...

Print-Quality Problems
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Re pe a ti ng De fe cts
Refer to the table below if you observe a repeating defect, appearing multiple times at regular 
intervals on the page, on your print jobs.
Different supplies may create print defects with similar measurements. To identify the faulty 
supply:
1.Replace the print cartridge (do not discard the packaging).
2.If the problem continues, then remove and repackage the new print cartridge.
3.Reinstall the original print cartridge, then...

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Ma i nte na nce
For safety information, go to Reference/Troubleshooting/User Safety on the User 
Documentation CD-ROM.
Your printer needs little maintenance to keep it producing quality prints. Certain routine 
maintenance items need to be ordered occasionally:
Maintenance Kit
Access the “Supplies Usage Page” from the printer’s front panel, from CentreWare IS, or print 
the “Usage Profile” at the printer’s front...

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F ront Pa ne l  Me ssa ge s
This topic includes:
■Status Messages on page 4-31
■Error and Warnings on page 4-31
Your printer’s front panel provides you with information and troubleshooting help.
The front panel is divided into two sections. The upper section displays printer status 
messages; the lower section displays menu lists.
Some of the status messages that appear in the front panel are listed below:
Status...

Front Panel Messages
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Error or Wa rni ng Me ssa ge s 
MessageDescription
Close Rear CoverClose the rear cover to continue printing.
Close Front CoverClose the front cover to continue printing.
Close Top CoverClose the top cover to continue printing.
Close Duplex Unit CoverClose the Duplex Unit Cover to continue printing.
Close Stacker CoverClose the Stacker Cover to continue printing.
Jam at Exit; Open Rear Cover to 
Clear1.Open the Rear Cover.
2.Remove the jammed paper....

Front Panel Messages
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Jam At Tray [2/3/4]; Remove Tray and 
Open Top Cover To Clear1.Remove Tray [2/3/4].
2.Open the Top Cover.
3.Remove the Print Cartridge.
4.Remove the jammed paper.
5.Reinsert the Print Cartridge.
6.Reinsert Tray [2/3/4].
7.Close the Top Cover.
Jam At Tray [2/3/4]; Remove Trays 
and Open Top Cover To Clear1.Remove Tray [2/3/4].
2.Remove paper from the Stacker and raise output tray.
3.Open the Top Cover.
4.Remove the Print Cartridge.
5.Remove the jammed...

Front Panel Messages
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Jam At Rear; Open Duplex And Rear 
Cover To Clear1.Open Duplex.
2.Open the Rear Cover.
3.Remove the jammed paper.
4.Close the Rear Cover.
5.Close Duplex.
Jam At Rear; Open Duplex To Clear1.Open Duplex.
2.Remove the jammed paper.
3.Close Duplex.
Jam At Rear; Open Rear Cover To 
Clear1.Open the Rear Cover.
2.Remove the jammed paper.
3.Close the Rear Cover.
Jam At Stacker; Open Rear Stacker 
Cover To Clear1.Open the Rear Stacker Cover.
2.Remove the jammed...

Front Panel Messages
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Tray {2/3/4] Paper Is LowThe indicated tray is nearly emplty. Reload the same size 
and type of paper soon.
Out Of Paper; Load Tray [1/2/3/4] with 
[size][type]Load the indicated paper size and type into the indicated 
tray.
Wrong Paper Size; Load Tray [1/2/3/4] 
with [size][type]Replace the paper in the indicated tray with paper of the 
indicated size and type.
Paper Not Available; Load Tray [1/2/3/
4] with {size][type]Replace the paper in the...

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Movi ng a nd Re pa cki ng the  Pri nte r
This topic includes:
■Precautions for Moving the Printer on page 4-36
■Moving the Printer Within the Office on page 4-37
■Preparing the Printer for Shipment on page 4-37
For safety information, go to Reference/Troubleshooting/User Safety on the User 
Documentation CD-ROM.
Pre ca uti ons for Movi ng the  Pri nte r
Warning
Follow these guidelines to avoid injuring yourself or...

Moving and Repacking the Printer
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Movi ng the  Pri nte r Wi thi n the  Offi ce
The printer can be safely moved from one location within an office to another as long as it 
travels in an upright position, gently over smooth surfaces. Any jarring movement, such as 
pushing the printer over a raised door threshold or across a parking lot, can damage the printer.
Pre pa ri ng the  Pri nte r for Shi pme nt
To transport the printer by vehicle, the printer must be repackaged in...