Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer - Manual (Page 153)

The operating system is
malfunctioning. Exit Windows and reboot the computer.
Power the multi-function printer off and then
back on again.
Pages print, but are
blank. The toner cartridge is
defective or out of toner. Gently shake the toner. if necessary. See
page 156 .
If necessary, replace the toner cartridge.
The file may have blank
pages. Check the file to ensure that it does not
contain blank pages.
Some parts, such as the
controller or the board,
may be defective. Contact a service representative.
The illustrations
print incorrectly in
Adobe Illustrator. The setting in the software
application is wrong. Print the document by selecting Download as
Bit Image in the Advanced Options window
of the Graphic properties.
Printing Quality Problems
The inside of the multi-function printer may be dirty or improper paper loading may reduce the
print quality. See the table below to clear the problem.
Condition Suggested solutions
Light or faded print If a vertical white streak or faded area appears on the page:
The toner supply is low. You may be able to temporarily extend
the toner cartridge life. See
page 156 . If this does not improve
the print quality, install a new toner cartridge.
The paper may not meet paper specifications; for example, the
paper is too moist or too rough. See
"Paper Specifications" on
page 200 .
If the entire page is light, the print resolution setting is too low or
the toner save mode is on. Adjust the print resolution and turn the
toner save mode off. See
page 77 .
A combination of faded or smeared defects may indicate that the
toner cartridge needs cleaning. See
"Paper Specifications" on
page 200 .
Toner specks The paper may not meet specifications; for example, the paper is
too moist or too rough. See
"Paper Specifications" on page 200 .
The transfer roller may be dirty. Clean the inside of your multi-
function printer. See
page 153 .
The paper path may need cleaning. See "Cleaning the Drum" on
page 159 .
Dropouts If faded areas, generally rounded, occur randomly on the page: