Image easily smears when rubbed, Dark image (entire page), Stain along the edge of the page – IBM 1725 SLS User Manual
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Image Defects
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Troubleshooting Printer Problems
3
Remove the toner cartridge and gently rock it from side to
side as you would when installing a new cartridge.
This redistributes toner inside the cartridge. Then, reinstall the
cartridge.
4
If steps 1, 2, and 3 do not solve the problem, install a new
cartridge.
Dark Image (Entire Page)
1
Decrease print density by adjusting the print density control
lever inside the printer to the thin end of the wedge-shaped
scale.
2
Remove the toner cartridge and gently rock it from side to
side as you would when installing a new cartridge.
This redistributes toner inside the cartridge. Then, reinstall the
cartridge.
3
If steps 1 and 2 do not solve the problem, install a new toner
cartridge.
Stain Along the Edge of the Page
Install a new toner cartridge.
Stains on the Back of the Page
The media path may be dirty. Clean the media path area. See chapter
5 “Printer Care,” for more information.
Image Easily Smears when Rubbed
Place a service call.