Steps for Fixing a Laser Printer

Steps for Fixing a Laser Printer

If you have been experiencing troubles with your laser printer lately, then you should try to do some ways to solve the problem. Troubleshooting the problem by yourself is always an option, especially if you have tried basic computer repair before. However, if you're not confident that you can perform any computer repair, then you can either bring the printer to an expert PC technician or seek help from online computer repair companies. This article discusses common printer problems and how to fix these. If your problem is related to paper jams, the first thing you should do is to pull the paper out carefully and softly in order to clear the jam. Pull the paper in the similar direction it was leading towards. Check for obstructions along the pathway which might be causing the problem. If you've tried this step but the jams still persist, the next things to check are the pickup rollers. Since rollers wear out over time, you should try pulling the paper in very carefully.

Additionally, the source of the problem might be bad gears if the paper halts near the fuser area. For bad printed images, poor toner cartridge might be causing the problem. Printed pages that show light or dark areas and streaks indicate that the cartridge needs to be changed. Low quality cartridge tends to produce bad images so you should select a good quality cartridge for your printer. If the problem still persists after the cartridge is changed, then check for torn and warped heat rollers. Replace those parts that don't function properly anymore. A maintenance kit comes in handy in this situation when you have to change important parts like the fuser and feed rollers. Oftentimes, there will be a message displayed reminding you that it's time to perform maintenance and replacement. Nowadays, most printers already consist of consumable parts which have estimated lifespan. They are programmed with timely messages indicating requirement for periodical maintenance so that you will be alerted. However, it's just a rough estimate so if you notice any worn out parts, replace these parts as necessary. Replacing parts of a printer is relatively an easy process so you can do it by yourself. If you believe that you can't accomplish it though, just hire a professional technician to do the computer repair and replacement process for you. Don't neglect the type of paper that you use when printing out images. Certain types of papers are rough causing feed issues. Materials like envelops and labels put more strain to the machine so be sure to select softer and more compatible materials.