Lexmark 22R0010 - C 500n Color Laser Printer User manual

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User’s Guide
March 2006
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corresponding to the commands.
Details relating to compatibility are included in the Technical Reference.
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Safety information
Connect the power cord to a properly grounded electrical outlet that is near the product and easily accessible.
CAUTION: Do not set up this product or make any electrical or cabling connections, such as the power cord or telephone, during a
lightning storm.
Refer service or repairs, other than those described in the operating instructions, to a professional service person.
This product is designed, tested, and approved to meet strict global safety standards with the use of specific Lexmark components.
The safety features of some parts may not always be obvious. Lexmark is not responsible for the use of other replacement parts.
Your product uses a printing process that heats the print media, and the heat may cause the media to release emissions. You must
understand the section in your operating instructions that discusses the guidelines for selecting print media to avoid the possibility of
harmful emissions.
Installation Environment
Since the installation environment affects the printer, install the printer on a mounting stand or a desk at a place suitable for
the printer operation.
The following gives the ranges of temperature and humidity acceptable for printer operation.
Acceptable environment
Temperature: 10°C to 32.5°C
Humidity: 15% to 80%
Recommended environment
Temperature: 17.5°C to 27°C
Humidity: 15% to 80%
Do not install the printer in the following places:
In a location subject to direct sunlight
Near an air conditioner, or where it is subject to direct cool or warm drafts, or radiated heat
Where it is subject to exhaust discharged directly from a printer
Where the temperature or humidity changes significantly (Take care so that the printer is not subject to
condensation)
Where it is subject to excessive dust or corrosive gases
In a location such as a laboratory, where chemical reactions could occur
Where an ultrasonic humidifier is being used
In a poorly ventilated location
Near equipment which generates electrical noise or strong magnetic fields
Where it is subject to vibrations or shocks
Anywhere that cannot stand the mass of the printer (about 29 kg for the printer with consumables, and about 35 kg
for the maximum printer configuration, including the options)
In an uneven place or mounting location is not level
Where it may be caused to slide or where it is sloped
On more than one stand
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Contents
Chapter 1: Overview ........................................................................................................... 4
Basic model ..................................................................................................................................................... 4
Configured model ............................................................................................................................................ 4
Understanding the printer operator panel ........................................................................................................ 5
Chapter 2: Installing and removing options ..................................................................... 7
Installing a 530-sheet drawer ........................................................................................................................... 8
Securing the drawer to the printer ............................................................................................................ 9
Removing options .......................................................................................................................................... 11
Removing the printer from the optional 530-sheet drawer ...................................................................... 11
Chapter 3: Printing ............................................................................................................ 15
Tips for successful printing ............................................................................................................................ 15
Tips on storing media ............................................................................................................................. 15
Avoiding jams ......................................................................................................................................... 15
Sending a job to print ..................................................................................................................................... 15
Canceling a print job ...................................................................................................................................... 15
Canceling a job from the printer operator panel ..................................................................................... 16
Canceling a job from a computer running Windows ............................................................................... 16
Canceling a job from a Macintosh computer .......................................................................................... 16
Printing the status page ................................................................................................................................. 17
Chapter 4: Media specifications ...................................................................................... 18
Media guidelines ............................................................................................................................................ 18
Paper ...................................................................................................................................................... 18
Storing paper ................................................................................................................................................. 20
Transparencies ....................................................................................................................................... 22
Envelopes ............................................................................................................................................... 22
Labels ..................................................................................................................................................... 24
Card stock .............................................................................................................................................. 25
Storing media ................................................................................................................................................. 25
Identifying media sources and specifications ................................................................................................. 25
Using the output bin ....................................................................................................................................... 30
Loading the trays ........................................................................................................................................... 30
Loading envelopes in the standard tray .........................................................................................................34
Using the media support in the output bin ..................................................................................................... 37
Chapter 5: Maintenance ................................................................................................... 38
Maintaining your printer ................................................................................................................................. 38
Determining the status of supplies ................................................................................................................. 38
Ordering supplies and maintenance items ..................................................................................................... 38
Ordering toner cartridges ........................................................................................................................ 38
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Contents
Ordering a fuser ...................................................................................................................................... 39
Ordering a waste toner bottle ................................................................................................................. 39
Ordering a photodeveloper cartridge ..................................................................................................... 39
Maintaining your printer for long term storage ............................................................................................... 40
Storing supplies ............................................................................................................................................. 40
Storing media ......................................................................................................................................... 40
Storing the toner cartridges .................................................................................................................... 40
Replacing the toner cartridges ....................................................................................................................... 41
Replacing the fuser ........................................................................................................................................ 44
Replacing the waste toner bottle ................................................................................................................... 47
Replacing the photodeveloper cartridge ........................................................................................................ 49
Recycling Lexmark products ..........................................................................................................................52
Cleaning the printhead lens ........................................................................................................................... 52
Chapter 6: Clearing jams .................................................................................................. 55
Hints for avoiding jams .................................................................................................................................. 55
Identifying the media path .............................................................................................................................. 56
Accessing jam areas .............................................................................................................................. 57
Chapter 7: Administration ................................................................................................ 63
Memory requirements ....................................................................................................................................63
Restoring factory default settings .................................................................................................................. 63
Adjusting power saver ................................................................................................................................... 63
Disabling and enabling power saver .............................................................................................................. 64
Chapter 8: Troubleshooting ............................................................................................. 65
Solving basic printer problems ....................................................................................................................... 65
Checking an unresponsive printer ................................................................................................................. 65
Solving display problems ............................................................................................................................... 66
Solving printing problems .............................................................................................................................. 66
Solving print quality problems ........................................................................................................................ 67
Solving color quality problems ....................................................................................................................... 70
Frequently asked questions (FAQ) about color printing ......................................................................... 70
Solving option problems ................................................................................................................................71
Solving media feed problems ........................................................................................................................ 71
Solving network printing problems ................................................................................................................. 72
Solving other problems .................................................................................................................................. 72
Calling for service ..........................................................................................................................................72
Notices ................................................................................................................................ 73
Index .................................................................................................................................... 80
Overview
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Overview
Basic model
The following illustration shows the basic model and features of the Lexmark™ C500n printer.
Configured model
The following illustration shows the 530-sheet drawer option available for the Lexmark C500n.For more information, see
Installing and removing options.
Operator panel
Output bin
Standard tray
(250-sheet tray)
Optional 530-sheet drawer
Understanding the printer operator panel
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Overview
Understanding the printer operator panel
The display panel is a two line, gray scale display that shows text. The Go and Stop buttons are located below the display
panel, and the Back, Navigation, and Select buttons are located below the Go and Stop buttons.
The use of the buttons and the layout of the operator panel is described in the following table.
Button Function
Go (with indicator light) A green LED is used on the operator panel. The light indicates whether the printer power is
on, the printer is busy, idle, offline, or processing a job.
Pressing Go switches the status of the printer between online and offline, and it allows
access to menus.
Stop Press the Stop button to stop the mechanical operation of the printer. After pressing Stop,
the message Stopping appears. When the printer has stopped, the status line in the
operator panel will show Stopped, and a list of options will appear.
Back Press the Back button to return to the last screen viewed.
Note: Changes made on a screen will not be applied if you press the Back button.
Navigation buttons The Left and Right buttons are used to move within a screen, such as
moving from one menu index item to another.
The Select button is used to initiate an action on a selection. Press Select to
select a menu item, or to submit a configuration item.
ERROR
Back
Display panel
Stop
Navigation buttons
Error light
Go (with indicator light)
Select
Status Indicates
Off Printer is offline, and the menus are available.
Solid green Printer is on, but idle.
Flashing green Printer is warming up, processing data, or printing a job.
Understanding the printer operator panel
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Overview
Display panel The display panel shows messages describing the current state of the printer and
indicating possible printer problems you must resolve.
The top line of the display is the header line.
Error light The error light appears whenever a service message occurs. For more information, see the
Menus and Messages Guide.
Button Function
ERROR
Tray1:Letter
Ready
ERROR
Tray1:Letter
Set K Toner CG
Installing and removing options
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Installing and removing options
You can customize your printer by adding optional input devices. You can also use these instructions to help you locate an
option for removal. Install the printer and any options you have purchased in the following order:
CAUTION: If you are installing options after setting up the printer, turn the printer off and unplug the power cord
before continuing.
Optional 530-sheet drawer
Printer
Installing a 530-sheet drawer
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Installing and removing options
Installing a 530-sheet drawer
Once you have selected a location and positioned an optional drawer, you are ready to position the printer.
Lift the printer by the recessed handholds on both sides, and place it on the optional drawer.
CAUTION: The printer weighs 29 kg (66 lb), and requires at least two people to lift it safely.
To position the printer on the optional drawer:
1 Align the posts, slots, and connector on the drawer with the underside of the printer.
2 Lower the printer into place. Make sure it is seated securely on the drawer.
Slot
Post
Connector
Installing a 530-sheet drawer
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Installing and removing options
Securing the drawer to the printer
1 Align one bracket with the hole on the right side of the printer as shown. Press the bracket flat against the printer,
and then tighten the thumbscrew.
2 Starting at the front of the printer, push the right side cover onto the printer, fitting each slot on the cover over its
corresponding tab on the optional drawer in order to cover the gap between the printer and the optional drawer.
Note the side cover orientation. The side cover is flat on the bottom.
Bracket
Tighten
thumbscrew
Installing a 530-sheet drawer
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Installing and removing options
3 Align the other bracket with the hole on the left side of the printer as shown. Press the bracket flat against the
printer, and then tighten the thumbscrew.
4 Starting at the front of the printer, push the left side cover onto the printer, fitting each slot on the cover over its
corresponding tab on the optional drawer in order to cover the gap between the printer and the optional drawer.
Note the side cover orientation. The side cover is flat on the bottom.
Bracket
Tighten
thumbscrew
Removing options
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Installing and removing options
Removing options
If the printer location needs to change or the printer and media handling options need to be shipped to a new location, all
media handling options must be removed from the printer. For shipping, pack the printer and media handling options
securely to avoid damage.
Removing the printer from the optional 530-sheet drawer
1 Turn the printer off and unplug the printer power cord.
2 Disconnect all cables from the back of the printer.
3 Starting at the back of the printer with the right side cover, gently pull each of the four slots off their matching tabs
as you work your way to the front of the printer.
Removing options
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Installing and removing options
4 Starting at the back of the printer with the left side cover, gently pull each of the four slots off of their matching tabs
as you work your way to the front of the printer.
Removing options
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Installing and removing options
5 Loosen the right thumbscrew and remove the right bracket.
6 Loosen the left thumbscrew and remove the left bracket.
Bracket
Loosen Thumbscrew
Loosen Thumbscrew
Removing options
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Installing and removing options
7 Lift the printer off of the optional drawer and set the printer aside.
CAUTION: The printer weighs 29 kg (66 lb) and it requires at least two people to lift it safely. Make sure your
fingers are not under the printer when you set it down.
Printing
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Printing
This chapter covers tips for printing, how to print certain lists of information from your printer, and how to cancel a job.
Tips for successful printing
Tips on storing media
Store your media properly. For more information, see Storing media.
Avoiding jams
If you select appropriate paper or specialty media (transparencies, labels, and card stock), you are assisting in trouble-free
printing. For more information, see Hints for avoiding jams.
Note: We recommend that you try limited samples of any paper or specialty media you are considering
using with the printer before purchasing large quantities.
By selecting appropriate paper or specialty media and loading it properly, you are able to avoid most jams. See Loading
the trays for instructions on loading paper and specialty media into the standard tray, the optional 250-sheet legal size tray,
and the optional 530-sheet tray.
If you experience a jam, see Clearing jams for instructions. For hints to help you avoid jams, see Hints for avoiding jams.
Sending a job to print
To print a job from a typical Windows application:
1 Open the file you want to print.
2 From the File menu, select Print.
3 Verify that the correct printer is selected in the dialog box.
4 Modify the printer settings as appropriate (such as the pages you want to print or the number of copies).
Note: Click Properties or Setup to adjust printer settings not available from the first screen, and click OK.
5 Click OK or Print to send the job to the selected printer.
Canceling a print job
There are several methods for canceling a print job.
Canceling a print job
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Printing
Canceling a job from the printer operator panel
If the job you want to cancel is printing:
1 Press to take the printer offline.
2 Press to cancel the print job.
Canceling a job from a computer running Windows
Canceling a job from the taskbar
When you send a job to print, a small printer icon appears in the right corner of the taskbar.
1 Double-click the printer icon.
A list of print jobs appears in the printer window.
2 Select the job you want to cancel.
3 Press the Delete key on the keyboard.
Canceling a job from the desktop
1 Minimize all programs to reveal the desktop.
2 Double-click the My Computer icon.
3 Double-click the Printers icon.
A list of available printers appears.
4 Double-click the printer you selected when you sent the job.
A list of print jobs appears in the printer window.
5 Select the job you want to cancel.
6 Press the Delete key on the keyboard.
Canceling a job from a Macintosh computer
Canceling a job from a Macintosh computer running Mac OS 9.x
When you send a job to print, the printer icon for your selected printer appears on the desktop.
1 Double-click the printer icon on your desktop.
A list of print jobs appears in the printer window.
2 Choose the print job you want to cancel.
3 Click the trash can icon.
Canceling a job from a Macintosh computer running Mac OS X
1 Open Applications Æ Utilities, and then double-click Print Center or Printer Setup.
Note: Canceling a print job can also be done by clicking the printer setup utility in the dock.
2 Double-click the printer you are printing to.
3 In the printer window, choose the print job you want to cancel.
Printing the status page
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Printing
4 Press Delete.
Printing the status page
The status page shows parts life and printing information. You can use this page to determine the status of your supplies.
1 Make sure the printer is on and the Ready message appears.
2 Press .
3 Press until you see Test Menu, and then press .
4 Press until you see StatusPage and then press .
The message Please Wait appears for a second, and then the message StatusPage blinks while the page prints. Once
the page prints, press to return to Ready.
Media specifications
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Media specifications
Media is paper, card stock, transparencies, labels, and envelopes. The last four are sometimes referred to as specialty
media. The printer provides high quality printing on a variety of media. A number of things must be considered concerning
media before printing. This chapter provides information on how to make media selections and how to care for media.
Media guidelines
Selecting the appropriate media for the printer helps avoid printing problems.
The following sections contain guidelines for choosing the correct media for the printer.
For detailed information about media characteristics, see the Card Stock & Label Guide available on the Lexmark Web site
at www.lexmark.com/publications.
Paper
To ensure the best print quality and feed reliability, use 90 g/m
2
(24 lb) xerographic, grain long paper. Business papers
designed for general business use may also provide acceptable print quality.
Lexmark recommends Lexmark part number 12A5950 for letter-size glossy paper and Lexmark part number 12A5951 for
A4-size glossy paper.
Always print several samples before buying large quantities of any type of media. When choosing any media, consider the
weight, fiber content, and color.
The laser printing process heats paper to high temperatures of 170°C (338°F) for non-MICR applications. Use only paper
able to withstand these temperatures without discoloring, bleeding, or releasing hazardous emissions. Check with the
manufacturer or vendor to determine whether the paper you have chosen is acceptable for laser printers.
When loading paper, note the recommended print side on the paper package, and load paper accordingly. For more
information, see Loading the trays.
Paper characteristics
The following paper characteristics affect print quality and reliability. It is recommended that these guidelines are followed
when evaluating new paper stock.
For detailed information, see the Card Stock & Label Guide available on the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com/
publications.
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