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Running the printer test – Printronix L1024 User Manual

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4–3

Diagnostics and Troubleshooting

On–Line Diagnostics

When on line, the printer continues to sense and report problems or conditions as

they arise. Two categories of on–line error conditions exist: critical and

non–critical.

The following critical errors stop the operation of the printer:

Engine Sensor Checks – Scans engine status sensors including paper out,

fuser temperature, toner level, cover interlocks, paper jam switches, and

fuser cam motor

Video Interface Error – Consists of interface protocol failures

Optical System Errors – Includes beam detect, laser power, and mirror

motor

Toner Out

Missing Components – Includes OPC drum unit and waste toner

container

Non–critical errors allow the printer to continue to operate, but the LCD displays

the conditions that exist. The following are non–critical errors:

OPC Drum life exceeded

EEPROM life exceeded

Engine life exceeded

Running the Printer Test

This test checks both printer operation and the quality of printed output. If an

unexpected error code is displayed, refer to “Error Messages” on page 4–5.

Following the procedure for the diagnostics menu test print, starting on page

3–22, will produce a test print of the desired pattern. The test pattern and number

of pages can be selected from this menu.