Xerox Phaser 4500N User Manual

							Phaser™ 4500 Laser Printer
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Addi ti ona l  Re source s
This topic includes:
■Support on page 4-38
■infoSMART on page 4-38
■Web Links on page 4-38
Support
There is additional help available at www.xerox.com/office/support. You can access 
infoSMART Knowledge Base, PhaserSMART Technical Support, Technical Support via 
email, driver downloads, and much more.
A set of Xerox links is installed in your web browser’s Favorites folder when you install the 
printer drivers on your computer. The Troubleshooting tab in your Windows printer driver also 
includes useful links.
i nfoSMART
This is the same troubleshooting knowledge base used by Xerox Customer Support. 
infoSMART Knowledge Base provides solutions for printer issues such as error codes, print 
quality, media jams, software installation, networking, and more. Go to 
www.xerox.com/
office/infoSMART.
We b Li nks
Xerox provides many resources to help you learn more about your Xerox Phaser™ 4500 Laser 
Printer. Use these web sites to obtain information about your printer:
ResourceLink
To link to product and supplies information, download 
printer drivers, view documents, and access support 
information:www.xerox.com/office/
To access the troubleshooting knowledge base used by 
Xerox Customer Support staff:www.xerox.com/office/infoSMART
To view technical support information:www.xerox.com/office/4500support
To order Xerox supplies:www.xerox.com/office/4500supplies
To find your local sales and support center:www.xerox.com/office/contacts
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Your printer and the recommended supplies have been designed and tested to meet strict safety 
requirements. Attention to the following information will ensure the continued safe operation 
of your printer.
El e ctri ca l  Sa fe ty
■Use the power cord supplied with your printer.
■Plug the power cord directly into a properly grounded electrical outlet. If you do not know 
if an outlet is grounded, ask an electrician to check the outlet.
■Do not use a ground adapter plug to connect the printer to an electrical outlet that does not 
have a ground connection terminal.
■Do not use an extension cord or power strip.
Warning
Avoid the potential of electrical shock by ensuring that the printer is properly grounded. 
Electrical products may be hazardous if misused.
■Do not place the printer in an area where people might step on the power cord.
■Do not place objects on the power cord.
■Do not block the ventilation openings. These openings are provided to prevent 
overheating of the printer.
■Do not drop paper clips or staples into the printer.
Warning
Do not push objects into slots or openings on the printer. Making contact with a voltage 
point or shorting out a part could result in fire or electrical shock.
If you notice unusual noises or odors:
1.Turn off the printer immediately
2.Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet 
3.Call an authorized service representative to correct the problem.
Use r Sa fe ty
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The power cord is attached to the printer as a plug-in device at the back of the printer. If it is 
necessary to disconnect all electrical power from the printer, disconnect the power cord from 
the electrical outlet.
Warning
Do not remove the covers or guards that are fastened with screws unless you are installing 
optional equipment and are specifically instructed to do so. Power should be OFF when 
performing these installations. Except for user-installable options, there are no parts that 
you can maintain or service behind these covers.
Note
Leave the printer on for optimum performance; it does not pose a safety hazard.
The following are hazards to your safety:
■The power cord is damaged or frayed.
■Liquid is spilled into the printer.
■The printer is exposed to water.
If any of these conditions occur:
1.Turn off the printer immediately.
2.Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
3.Call an authorized service representative.
La se r Sa fe ty
With specific regard to lasers, this printer complies with laser product performance standards 
set by governmental, national, and international agencies and is certified as a Class 1 Laser 
Product. The printer does not emit hazardous light because the beam is totally enclosed during 
all modes of customer operation and maintenance.
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Ma i nte na nce  Sa fe ty
■Do not attempt any maintenance procedure that is not specifically described in the 
documentation supplied with your printer.
■Do not use aerosol cleaners. The use of supplies that are not approved may cause poor 
performance and could create a hazardous condition.
■Do not burn any consumables or routine maintenance items. For information on Xerox 
supplies recycling programs, go to www.xerox.com/office/recycle
.
Operational Safety
Your printer and supplies were designed and tested to meet strict safety requirements. These 
include safety agency examination, approval, and compliance with established environmental 
standards.
Your attention to the following safety guidelines helps to ensure the continued, safe operation 
of your printer.
Pri nte r Loca ti on
Place the printer in a dust-free area within a temperature range of 41 degrees F to 95 degrees F 
(5
 degrees C to 35 degrees C) and a relative humidity range of 15 percent to 85 percent.
Pri nte r Cl e a ra nce
Place the printer in an area where there is adequate space for ventilation, operation, and 
servicing. The recommended minimal spacing is:
Overhead Clearance:
■40 cm (16 in.) above the printer without the 500-Sheet stacker
■28 cm (11 in.) above the printer with the 500-Sheet stacker
Total Height Requirements:
■Printer with Trays 1 and 2: 82 cm (32 in.)
■Add an additional 9.6 cm (3.75 in.) for each optional 550-Sheet feeder
Other Clearances:
■16 cm (6 in.) behind the printer
■23 cm (9 in.) behind the printer when the duplex unit is installed
■48 cm (19 in.) in front of the printer
■21 cm (8 in.) on the left side of the printer
■30 cm (12 in.) on the right side of the printer
Operational Guidelines
■Do not block or cover the slots and openings on the printer. The printer may overheat 
without adequate ventilation.
■For optimum performance, use the printer at elevations below 3,000 m (11,480 ft.).
■Do not place the printer near a heat source.
■Do not place the printer in direct sunlight.
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■Do not place the printer in line with the cold air flow from an air conditioning system.
■Place the printer on a level, solid non-vibrating surface with adequate strength for the 
weight of the printer. It should be within 2 degrees of horizontal with all four feet in solid 
contact with the surface. The base printer weight without any packaging materials is 
approximately 20.5 kg (45.2 lbs.).
Printer Supplies
■Use the supplies specifically designed for your printer. The use of unsuitable materials 
may cause poor performance and a possible safety hazard.
■Follow all warnings and instructions marked on, or supplied with, the printer, options and 
supplies.
Caution
If you attempt to use a non-Xerox print cartridge, it may not fit properly in the printer. If 
the cartridge does not fit properly, the printer will not function.
Movi ng the  Pri nte r
■Always use two people to lift the printer.
■Always turn off the printer using the power switch and unplug all cables and cords.
■Always lift the printer from the designated lift points.
■Do not place any food or liquids on the printer.
■Failure to repackage the printer properly for shipment can result in damage to the printer 
not covered by the warranty, service agreement, or Total Satisfaction Guarantee. The Total 
Satisfaction Guarantee is available in the United States and Canada. Coverage may vary 
outside these areas; please contact your local representative for details.
4500-071
21 kg
45 lbs.
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■Damage to the printer caused by improper moving is not covered by the Xerox warranty, 
service agreement, or Total Satisfaction Guarantee. The Total Satisfaction Guarantee is 
available in the United States and Canada. Coverage may vary outside these areas; please 
contact your local representative for details.
Warning
Avoid touching areas inside the printer that are labeled with a warning symbol. These 
areas may be very hot and can cause personal injury.
Printing Safety Guidelines
■Wait 10-15 seconds between turning the printer off and on.
■Keep hands, hair, neckties, etc., away from the exit and feed rollers.
■Do not remove the paper source tray that you selected in either the printer driver or front 
panel.
■Do not open the doors.
■Do not move the printer.
Symbol s Ma rke d on Product
Use caution (or draws attention to a particular 
component). See the manual(s) for
 information. 
Avoid pinching fingers in the printer. Use caution 
to avoid personal injury.
Hot surface on or in the printer. Use caution to 
avoid personal injury.
Do not expose the imaging unit to light for more 
than 15 minutes.
Do not touch.
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For warranty information regarding your Xerox printer, go to www.xerox.com/office/
4500warranty.
Wa rra nty
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Physical Specifications
Width: 422 mm (16.6 in.)
Height: 404 mm (15.9 in.)
Depth: 465 mm (18.3 in.)
Weight (with 10K cartridge): 21 KG (45 lbs.)
Envi ronme nta l  Spe ci fi ca ti ons
Temperature
■Storage: -20° to 40° C / -4° to 104° F
■Operating: 5° to 35° C / 41° to 95° F
Re l a ti ve  Humi di ty
■Storage: 15% to 85%
■Operating: 15% to 85%
Electrical Specifications
Available in two (2) models:
■110-120 VAC, 60 Hz
■220 VAC, 50 Hz
ENERGY STAR qualified printer 
Printer Specifications 
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Pe rforma nce  Spe ci fi ca ti ons
Re sol uti on
■600 x 600 dpi
■True 1200 x 1200 dpi
Pri nt Spe e d
■Up to 36 pages per minute (ppm) 
Control l e r Spe ci fi ca ti ons
400 MHz processor
Me mory
■64 MB PC133 DRAM standard
■ Upgradable to a maximum of 256 MB
Pa ge  De scri pti on La ngua ge s (PDL)
■PCL
■Adobe PostScript 3
Fonts
■PostScript
■PCL
Interfaces
■IEEE 1284 parallel
■Ethernet 10BaseT and 100BaseTx (only for N, DT, and DX configurations)
■USB
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The equipment described in this  manual generates and uses radio frequency energy. If it is not 
installed properly in strict acco rdance with Xerox instructions , it may cause interference with 
radio and television reception or may not func tion properly due to interference from another 
device. However, there is no guarantee that  interference will not occur in a particular 
installation. If this equipment do es cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, 
which can be determined by turning the equipment  off and on, the user is encouraged to try to 
correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
■Reorient or relocate the receive r (device being interfered with).
■Increase the separation between the printer and the receiver.
■Connect the printer into an outlet on a circ uit different from that which the receiver is 
connected.
■Route the interface cables on th e printer away from the receiver
■Consult the dealer, Xerox servic e, or an experienced radio/television technician for help.
Changes or modifications not expressly approv ed by Xerox can affect the emission and 
immunity compliance and could vo id the users authority to operate this product. To ensure 
compliance, use shielded interface  cables. A shielded parallel cable can be purchased directly 
from Xerox at 
www.xerox.com/office/supplies.
Xerox has tested this product to interna tionally accepted electromagnetic emission and 
immunity standards. These stan dards are designed to mitigate interference caused or received 
by this product in a normal office environmen t. This product is also suitable for use in a 
residential environment based on the levels tested. 
In the United States this product  complies with the requirements of  an unintentional radiator in 
part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject  to the following two conditions: (1) this device 
may not cause harmful interfere nce; (2) this device must accept any interference received, 
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
United States
In the United States this product  complies with the requirements of  an unintentional radiator in 
part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject  to the following two conditions: (1) this device 
may not cause harmful interfere nce; (2) this device must accept any interference received, 
including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Re gul a tory 
Informa ti on   
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