T ROUBLESHOOTING 8.178Irregular fadedpatches of print.There is a paper qualityproblem.Use only paper that meets thespecifications required by theproduct.Toner may be unevenlydistributed.Remove the toner cartridge andshake it gently to evenly distributethe toner. Then reinstall the tonercartridge.Black staining There is a paper qualityproblem.Use only paper that meets thespecifications required by yourproduct.Character voids The paper may be toodry.Try printing with a different batchof paper.BackgroundscatterThe paper may be toodamp.Try printing with a different batchof paper. Do not open packages ofpaper until necessary so that thepaper does not absorb too muchmoisture from the air.Printing over unevensurfaces.If printing onto envelopes, changeyour printing layout to avoidprinting over areas that haveoverlapping seams on the reverseside.Missing characters The paper may be toodamp.Try printing with a different batchof paper. Do not open packages ofpaper until necessary so that thepaper does not absorb too muchmoisture from the air.Back of printout isdirtyThe transfer roller maybe dirty.Print a few blank pages to cleanthe transfer roller.Faded graphics Toner may be low.Remove the toner cartridge andshake it gently to evenly distributethe toner. Then reinstall the tonercartridge.Ensure that you have a spare tonercartridge.Condition Probable cause Suggested solutions
