MAINTAINING Y OUR PRINTER 4.24Maintaining the Toner CartridgeToner cartridge storageTo get the maximum results from the toner cartridge, keep thefollowing guidelines in mind.• Do not remove the toner cartridge from its package untilready for use.• Do not refill the toner cartridge. The printer warranty doesnot cover damage caused by using a refilled cartridge.• Store toner cartridges in the same environment as theprinter.• To prevent damage to the toner cartridge, do not expose it tolight for more than few minute.Toner cartridge life expectancyThe life of the toner cartridge depends on the amount of tonerthat print jobs require. When printing text at 5% coverage, anew toner cartridge lasts an average of 3,000 pages. (Theoriginal toner cartridge supplied with the printer lasts anaverage of 1,000 pages.)Saving tonerTo save toner, press the Cancel button on the printer controlpanel. The Toner Save LED will be lit. You can also enable theToner Save mode in the printer properties. For details, seeSoftware User’s Guide. Selecting this option will extend thelife of the toner cartridge and reduce your cost per page, but willreduce the print quality.
