M AINTAINING YOUR P RINTER 4.64Cleaning the PrinterTo maintain the print quality, follow the cleaning proceduresbelow each time the toner cartridge is replaced or if print qualityproblems occur.Note: While cleaning the inside of the printer, be careful not totouch the transfer roller (located underneath the toner cartridge).Oil from your fingers can cause print quality problems.Caution: Cleaning the cabinet of the printer with surfactantscontaining large amounts of alcohol, solvent or other strongsubstances can discolor or crack the cabinet.Cleaning the OutsideWipe the outside surface of the printer with a soft, clean, lint-free cloth. You can dampen the cloth slightly with water, but becareful not to let any water drip onto the printer or inside of it.Cleaning the InsideDuring the printing process, paper, toner, and dust particles canaccumulate inside the printer. This buildup can cause printquality problems, such as toner specs or smearing. Cleaning theinside of the printer will eliminate or reduce these problems.Cleaning inside the printer1 Turn the printer off and unplug the power cord, then waitfor the printer to cool.2 Open the front cover.
