| Simple ways to keep your laser printer works | | | | particular attention to pick rollers and look for spilt |
| longer and performs better. | | | | toner. Dust is abrasive and will contaminate |
| - Ventilation : All laser printers generate heat and it | | | | consumables, it will also cause wear on moving |
| is therefore important to keep ventilation panels | | | | parts. |
| clear from obstruction. Never locate machines in | | | | - Consumables: We have to advise that to get |
| direct sunlight. | | | | the best performance manufacturers original |
| - Paper: Always use media as recommended by | | | | consumables are always used. As a maintenance |
| the manufacturer. Failure to do this may result in | | | | company we are required to repair many printers |
| very expensive repairs. As a general rule paper of | | | | which have been damaged due to cheap |
| 80 g.s.m. which is Laser Compatible should be | | | | remanufactured consumable items being used. |
| acceptable. Avoid using labels or acetate | | | | - Printer Drivers: Check periodically that you have |
| whenever possible. Many printer problems can | | | | the latest driver for your printer, many printing |
| relate to the paper. If you are getting repeated | | | | problems can be resolved by simply downloading |
| paper jams the paper may be unsuitable or damp. | | | | the latest version from the manufacturers web |
| Try a fresh pack. | | | | site. |
| - Maintenance: Keep the machine clean and you | | | | - Paper Jams: Always remove paper jams in the |
| will get far better performance from it. A toner | | | | direction of normal paper movement. Attempts |
| vacuum cleaner or a slightly damp cloth may be | | | | to pull out paper in the reverse direction will often |
| used to remove dust from the machine. Care | | | | result in damage to the machine. In the case of a |
| must always be taken to turn off the machine | | | | severe jam, turn the machine off and let it cool |
| and remove the power cord before cleaning. Pay | | | | down first. |