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Clean this machine periodically. If dust accumulates, the machine may not operate properly. When cleaning, be sure to observe the following.
WARNING
- Before cleaning, turn OFF the power and unplug the power plug from the AC power outlet. Failure to do so may result in a fire or electrical shock.
- Unplug the power plug periodically and clean with a dry cloth to remove dust and grime. Accumulated dust may absorb humidity in the air and may result in a fire if it comes into contact with electricity.
- Use a damp, well wrung-out cloth to clean the machine. Dampen cleaning cloths with water only. Do not use alcohol, benzenes, paint thinners, or other flammable substances. Do not use tissue paper or paper towels. If these substances come into contact with electrical parts inside the machine, they may generate static electricity or result in a fire or electrical shock.
- Check the power cord and plug periodically for damage. Check the machine for rust, dents, scratches, cracks, or excessive heat generation. Use of poorly-maintained equipment may result in a fire or electrical shock.
CAUTION
- The inside of the machine has high-temperature and high-voltage components. Touching these components may result in burns. Do not touch any part of the machine that is not indicated in the manual.
- When loading paper or removing jammed documents or paper, be careful not to cut your hands with the edges of the paper.
IMPORTANT
- When removing jammed paper or replacing toner cartridges, be careful not to get any toner on your hands or clothing. If toner gets on your hands or clothing, wash them immediately with cold water.
Exterior Regularly wipe the exterior of the machine, especially around the ventilation slots, to keep the machine in good condition.
1. Turn OFF the machine, and unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet.
- When you turn OFF the machine, data that is waiting to be printed is deleted. Fax documents that were received by using the Memory Reception function, faxes that are waiting to be sent, and reports that are automatically printed after sending and receiving faxes are not deleted.
2. Clean the exterior of the machine and the ventilation slots.
- Use a soft, well-wrung-out cloth dampened with water or a mild detergent diluted with water.
- To locate the ventilation slots, see the "e-Manual" (HTML manual) in the DVD-ROM supplied with the machine.
3. Wait for the exterior of machine to dry completely.
4. Reconnect the power cord and turn ON the machine.
Platen Glass Regularly wipe off the dust from the platen glass and the underside of the feeder to prevent smudges to be printed on documents or printouts.
1. Turn OFF the machine, and unplug the power cord from the AC power outlet.
- When you turn OFF the machine, data that is waiting to be printed is deleted. Fax documents that were received by using the Memory Reception function, faxes that are waiting to be sent, and reports that are automatically printed after sending and receiving faxes are not deleted.
2. Open the feeder.
3. Clean the platen glass and the underside of the feeder.
- Clean the areas with a cloth dampened with water. Then, wipe the area with a soft, dry cloth.
- In addition to the platen glass and underside of the feeder, make sure to clean and wipe the white strip of plate (
 ) and the transparent plastic area ( ) too.
- When wiping the transparent plastic area (), take care not to bend the plastic.
4. Wait for the cleaned area to dry completely.
5. Gently close the feeder.
6. Reconnect the power cord and turn ON the machine.
Feeder Graphite powder or dust on the rollers inside the feeder may cause smudges to appear on printouts. If this occurs, clean the feeder. If smudges still appear after you clean the feeder, run automatic feeder cleaning.
 Cleaning the feeder
1. Turn off the machine and unplug it from the power outlet.
- Turning the printer off erases any queued print data. Data such as documents received and held in memory, documents waiting to be sent, and reports that are automatically printed after sending or receiving faxes are not deleted.
2. Open the feeder cover.
3. Wipe the rollers in the feeder.
- Wipe the rollers with a cloth that has been moistened with water and wrung out. Then wipe with a dry cloth.
4. Close the feeder cover.
5. Plug the machine back into the power outlet and switch it on.
Automatic feeder cleaning
Automatic feeder cleaning uses paper loaded in the feeder. Set 10 sheets of plain A4 or US
Letter size paper in the feeder before starting automatic cleaning. [ Placing Documents ] 1. Press  and tap <Menu>. 2. Tap <Adjustment/Maintenance>.
3. Tap <Clean Feeder>.
4. Tap <Start>.
- Cleaning starts. When the <Finished.> message is displayed approximately 1 minute later, press to return to the <Home> Screen.
Fixing Unit Dirt may adhere to the fixing units inside the machine and cause black streaks to appear on printouts. To clean the fixing unit, perform the following procedure. Note that you cannot clean the fixing unit when the machine has documents waiting to be printed. To clean the fixing unit, you need plain A4 or Letter size paper. Set the paper in the paper drawer or manual feed slot ([ Loading Paper in the Paper Drawer ] [ Loading Paper in the Manual Feed Slot ]) before performing the following procedure.
NOTE
1. Press and tap <Menu>. 2. Tap <Adjustment/Maintenance>.
3. Tap <Clean Fixing Assembly>.
4. Read the message that is displayed, and tap <OK>.
5. Tap <Start>.
- Cleaning starts. When the <Finished.> message is displayed approximately 1 minute later, press to return to the <Home> Screen.
Transfer Belt Dirt may adhere to the transfer belt inside the machine and cause the print quality to deteriorate. To clean the transfer belt, perform the following procedure. Note that you cannot clean the transfer belt when the machine has documents waiting to be printed.
1. Press and tap <Menu>. 2. Tap <Adjustment/Maintenance>.
3. Tap <Clean ITB>.
4. Tap <Start>.
- Cleaning starts. When the <Finished.> message is displayed approximately 1 to 2 minutes later, press to return to the <Home> Screen.
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