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Manual Part No.
C4251-91003

Printed on at least
50% Total Recycled Fiber with
at least 10% Post-Consumer Paper

*C4251-91003*
*C4251-91003*
C4251-91003

HP LaserJet 4000 and 4050 Series Printers Service Manual

Copyright© 1999
Hewlett-Packard Co.
Printed in USA

HP LaserJet 4000 and
4050 Series Printers
Service Manual

HP LaserJet 4000 and 4050
Series Printers

Service Manual _____________

© Copyright Hewlett-Packard
Company 1999
All Rights Reserved.
Reproduction, adaptation, or
translation without prior written
permission is prohibited, except
as allowed under the copyright
laws.
Publication number
C4251-91003
First edition, April 1999

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Contents
1 Printer Description
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Printer Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Identification . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Model and Serial Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-8
Site Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-9
Space Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-10
Environmental Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-11
Paper Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-12
Supported Types of Paper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-15
Guidelines for Using Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-16
Labels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Transparencies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-19
Envelopes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-20
Card Stock and Heavy Paper . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-23
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Laser Safety Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
Canadian DOC Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-24
FCC Regulations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-25
Laser Statement for Finland . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-26
Toner Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-27
Environmental Product Stewardship . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-28

2 Service Approach
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Service Approach . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Parts and Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Ordering Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Helpful Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Phone Numbers for Ordering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Exchange Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
Consumables. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
World Wide Web . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
HP Service Parts Information Compact Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6
HP Support Assistant Compact Disc . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
HP FIRST . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-7
Toner Cartridge Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-9
Warranty Statement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-10

Contents-1

3 Printer Operation
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Using the Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Control Panel Layout . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Control Panel Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
Control Panel Keys . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-3
Settings and Defaults. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-4
Control Panel Menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-5
Quick Copy Jobs Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-6
Private/Stored Jobs Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Information Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Paper Handling Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-9
Print Quality Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-12
Printing Menu. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-15
Configuration Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-20
I/O Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-26
EIO Menu (Networked Printers). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-29
Resets Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-31
Service Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-32
Service Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33
Setting the Page Count, Maintenance Count, and
Serial Number. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-33
Cold Reset Paper. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36
Diagnostics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36
Clear Event Log . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-36
Testing the Printer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-37
Resetting the Printer. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-38
System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-39
MS-DOS System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-39
Parallel DOS Commands. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-39
Serial MS-DOS Commands . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-40
Printer I/O Configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-41
Parallel Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-41
Serial Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-41

4 Printer Maintenance
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Cleaning the Printer and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-2
Cleaning Spilled Toner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Preventative Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Reset Maintenance Count . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-5
Expected Life of Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

Contents-2

5 Functional Information
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Power Supply System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
AC/DC Power Distribution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Overcurrent Overvoltage Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-3
High-voltage Power Distribution . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-4
Toner Cartridge Detection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-5
Engine Controller System. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-6
Engine Controller Board Inputs and Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-8
Laser and Scanner Drive . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Paper Motion Monitoring and Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Solenoids, Sensors, Clutches, and Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Engine Test Print . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-12
Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-13
Formatter System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
PowerSave . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-15
Resolution Enhancement technology (REt). . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16
EconoMode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-16
Input/Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-17
CPU . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18
Printer Memory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-18
Random Access Memory (RAM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19
DIMM Slots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-19
Page Protect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20
PJL Overview. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-20
PML . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
Control Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-21
Image Formation System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-22
Toner Cartridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-24
Photosensitive Drum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-25
Writing the Image. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-28
Developing the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-29
Transferring the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-30
Image Fusing/Variable Fusing Temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-31
Paper Feed System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-33
Clutches and Sensors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-35
Printing from Tray 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-36
Printing from Tray 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-38
Printing from the Optional 500-sheet
Universal Tray . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-41
Envelope Feeder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-44
Duplexer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-46
Paper Jam . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-48
Basic Sequence of Operation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-49

Contents-3

6 Removing and Replacing Parts
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-1
Removal and Replacement Strategy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2
Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-3
Removing Covers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Rear Right Side Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-6
Top Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-7
Left Side Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12
Front Right Side Cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-13
Rear Cover/Rear Output Bin . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-14
Tray 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-15
Removing Assemblies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
Fuser . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-18
Formatter Cage Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-20
Output Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-21
Laser Scanner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-23
Fan. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-24
Main Motor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-25
Transfer Roller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26
Tray 1 Pickup Roller. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-27
Tray 1 Pickup Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-29
Right Side Toner Cartridge Guide . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-33
Registration Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-34
Paper Feed Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-36
Formatter Pan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-39
Gear Train . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-40
Delivery Drive Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-41
Separating the Engine Module from the Paper Feed Module . . . 6-42
Engine Controller Board. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-44
Paper Feed Rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-48
Separation Rollers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-49
Paper Feed Module Plate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-50
Paper Feed Module Gear Train Assembly. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-51
Paper Feed Module Side Rails . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-52
Lower Paper Feed Module Plate (HP LaserJet 4000 T/4000 TN
and 4050 T/4050 TN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-53
PCA Cover (HP LaserJet 4000 T/4000 TN and
4050 T/4050 TN). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-54
PCA Cover (HP LaserJet 4000/4000 N and 4050/4050 N) . . 6-55
PCA Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-56

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7 Troubleshooting
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-1
Troubleshooting Process . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2
Troubleshooting Flowchart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-4
Troubleshooting Flowchart (Continued). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5
Troubleshooting the Printing System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
Preliminary Operating Checks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-6
Power On. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Engine Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-11
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-12
Event Log. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-13
Printer Messages. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-17
General Paper Path Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-45
Information Pages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-48
Image Quality. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-54
Image System Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-74
Interface Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-77
AUTOEXEC.BAT Standard Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-81
Reference Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-84
Locations of Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-84
Paper Path. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-90
Engine Controller Board . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-93
Paper Size Detection Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-94
Motors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-96
Connectors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-97
PCAs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-100
Sensors and Thermistor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-102
Solenoids and Clutch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-105
Switches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-108
Timing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-110

8 Parts and Diagrams
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-1
How To Use the Parts Lists and Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Accessories and Supplies . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Common Screws and Replacement Cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-6
Illustrations and Parts Lists . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Alphabetical Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-58
Numerical Parts List. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-67

Contents-5

Contents-6

1

Printer Description

Overview
This chapter discusses the following:
●

Printer Features

●

Identification

●

Site Requirements

●

Paper Specifications

●

Safety Information

Overview 1-1

Printer Features
Table 1-1. Printer Features for the HP LaserJet 4000 Series Printer
Speed

17 pages per minute (ppm)
100 MHz RISC microprocessor
First page out = 15 sec.

Resolution

300 dpi with PCL5e/HP’s PostScriptTM Level 2 emulation (PS)
600 dpi with PCL5e/PS
HP FastRes 1200 (PCL6 only)
HP ProRes 1200 at half engine speed (PCL6, PS)

Typefaces

110 Scalable TrueTypeTM (80 built-in, 30 via HP FontSmart, all PS
and PCL accessible)

Memory Options

HP LaserJet 4000/4000 T: 4 MB RAM standard
HP LaserJet 4000 N/4000 TN: 8 MB RAM standard
Optional Memory:
4, 8, 16, and 32 MB EDO DIMMs
4, 8, 16, 32, and 64 MB SDRAM DIMM

Mass Storage Options

2 and 4 MB Flash DIMMs
Greater than 1 GB hard disk

Interface

Bidirectional IEEE 1284 compliant parallel interface
RS-232 9-pin serial
Paper Handling Connector (PHC)
10Base-T and 10Base-2 (HP LaserJet 4000 N/4000 TN)
LocalTalk

Optional Networking

10Base-T and 10Base-2
10/100Base-TX
Token Ring
LocalTalk

Expansion Slots

3 100-pin DIMM slots
2 Enhanced I/O (EIO) slots

1-2 Printer Description

Table 1-1. Printer Features for the HP LaserJet 4000 Series Printer (continued)
Paper Trays

100-sheet Tray 1
Size: 3 by 5 in to legal (76 by 127 mm to 216 by 356 mm)

●

500-sheet Tray 2 (HP LaserJet 4000/ 4000 N)
Size: letter, legal, A4

●

250-sheet Trays 2 and 3 (HP LaserJet 4000 T/ 4000 TN)
Size: letter, A4, executive, legal, B5 (ISO), B5 (JIS), A5

●

Optional Universal 500-sheet Tray
Supports standard and custom sizes from 5.8 by 8.2 in (149
by 210 mm) to 8.5 by 14 in (216 by 356 mm).

●

Paper Path

Straight through from Tray 1 to Rear Output Bin
or to Top Output Bin

Output Capacity

250-sheet Top Output Bin
50-sheet Rear Output Bin

Paper Handling Options

Duplexer, Envelope Feeder, Optional 500-sheet Universal Tray
Assembly

Printer Features 1-3

Table 1-2. Printer Features for the HP LaserJet 4050 Series Printer
Speed

17 pages per minute (ppm)
133 MHz RISC microprocessor
First page out = 15 sec.
“RIP ONCE” capability with 16 MB or hard disk option

Resolution

300 dpi with PCL5e/HP’s PostScriptTM Level 2 emulation (PS)
600 dpi with PCL5e/PS
HP FastRes 1200 (PCL6, PS)
HP ProRes 1200 at engine speed (17 ppm) (PCL6, PS)

Typefaces

110 Scalable TrueTypeTM
(80 built-in, 30 via HP FontSmart, all PS and PCL accessible)
Euro symbol

Memory Options

HP LaserJet 4050/4050 T: 8 MB RAM standard
HP LaserJet 4050 N/4050 TN: 16MB RAM standard
Optional Memory:
4, 8, 16, MB EDO DIMMs
4, 8, 16, 32, 64 MB SDRAM DIMM

Mass Storage Options

2 and 4 MB Flash DIMMs
Greater than 1 GB hard disk

Expansion Slots

3 100-pin DIMM slots
2 enhanced I/O (EIO) slots

Interface

Bidirectional IEEE 1284-compliant parallel
10/100Base-TX (HP LaserJet 4050 N/4050 TN)
HP Fast InfraRed Receiver (FIR)
RS232 9-pin serial
Paper Handling Connector (PHC)

Optional Networking

10Base-T and 10Base-2
10/100Base-TX
Token Ring
LocalTalk

1-4 Printer Description

Table 1-2. Printer Features for the HP LaserJet 4050 Series Printer (continued)
Paper Trays

100-sheet Tray 1
Size: 3 by 5 to legal (76 by 127 mm to 216 by 356 mm)

●

500-sheet Tray 2 (HP LaserJet 4050/ 4050 N)
Size: letter, legal, A4

●

250-sheet Trays 2 and 3 (HP LaserJet 4050 T/ 4050 TN)
Size: letter, A4, executive, legal, B5 (ISO), B5 (JIS), A5

●

Optional 500-sheet Universal Tray
Supports standard and custom sizes from 5.8 by 8.2 in (149
by 210 mm) to 8.5 by 14 in (216 by 356 mm).

●

Paper Path

Straight through from Tray 1 to Rear Output Bin
or to Top Output Bin

Output Capacity

250-sheet Top Output Bin
50-sheet Rear Output Bin

Paper Handling Options

Duplexer, Envelope Feeder, Optional 500-sheet Universal Tray
Assembly

Printer Features 1-5

Table 1-3. Comparison of HP LaserJet 4000 Series Printers
HP LaserJet
4000

HP LaserJet
4000 T

HP LaserJet
4000 N

HP LaserJet
4000 TN

optional

optional

standard

standard

3

4

3

4

Standard RAM

4 MB internal

4 MB internal

8 MB internal

8 MB internal

250-Sheet Tray

not available

2 standard

not available

2 standard

500-Sheet Tray

standard

not available

standard

not available

500-Sheet
Universal Tray

optional

optional

optional

optional

> 1 GB EIO Drive

optional

optional

optional

optional

Envelope Feeder

optional

optional

optional

optional

Duplexer

optional

optional

optional

optional

Ethernet 10-T/ 10-2
LocalTalk
Max. # Input Bins

1-6 Printer Description

Table 1-4. Comparison of HP LaserJet 4050 Series Printers
HP LaserJet
4050

HP LaserJet
4050 T

HP LaserJet
4050 N

HP LaserJet
4050 TN

Ethernet 10-T/ 10-2
LocalTalk

optional

optional

optional

optional

10/100 Base TX

optional

optional

standard

standard

Max. # Input Bins

3

4

3

4

Standard RAM

8 MB internal

8 MB internal

16 MB internal

16 MB internal

250-Sheet Tray

not available

2 standard

not available

2 standard

500-Sheet Tray

standard

not available

standard

not available

500-Sheet
Universal Tray

optional

optional

optional

optional

> 1 GB EIO Drive

optional

optional

optional

optional

Envelope Feeder

optional

optional

optional

optional

Duplexer

optional

optional

optional

optional

HP Fast InfraRed
Receiver (FIR)

optional

optional

standard

standard

Printer Features 1-7

Identification
Model and Serial Numbers
The model number and printer serial number are listed on an
identification label located under the top cover on the right side of the
printer.
The model number is alphanumeric, such as C4253A for the
HP LaserJet 4050 N printer.
The serial number contains information about the Country of Origin,
the Revision Level, the Production Code, and Production Number of
the printer. An example of a serial number is USBB123456.
The top label also contains power rating and regulatory information as
shown in Figure 1-1.

Figure 1-1

Sample Label

1-8 Printer Description

Site Requirements
The following environmental specifications must be maintained to
ensure the proper operation of the printer. Consider the following
points before installing the printer:
●

Install in a well-ventilated, dust-free area.

●

Install on a hard, flat and continuous surface, with all four printer
feet level. Do not install on carpet or other soft surfaces.

●

Ensure adequate power is supplied. Printer power requirements
are listed in Table 1-5. (Uninterruptable power supplies (UPSs)
are not recommended.)

●

Install where temperature and humidity is stable, away from water
sources, humidifiers, air conditioners, refrigerators, or other major
appliances.

●

Install away from direct sunlight, open flames, or ammonia fumes.
If the printer is placed near a window, make sure the window has
a curtain or blind to block any direct sunlight.

●

Install with enough space around the printer for proper access
and ventilation.

●

Install away from the direct flow of exhaust from air ventilation
systems.

Table 1-5. Electrical Specifications for the HP LaserJet 4000 and 4050 Series
Printers
Volts

Frequency

Amperes

Watts (typical)

100-127 VAC±10%

50/60 Hz ± 3 Hz

8A

printing = 330 W
standby = 22 W
PowerSave On = 20 W
(EPA ENERGY STAR®)

220-240 VAC±10%

50/60 Hz ± 3 Hz

4A

printing = 330 W
standby = 22 W
PowerSave On = 20 W
(EPA ENERGY STAR®)

Site Requirements 1-9

Space Requirements
39.67 in (100.76 cm)
full length, trays and Rear Output Bin open

16.77 in (42.6 cm)
printer only, Rear Output Bin closed

15.4 in
(39.0 cm)

HP LaserJet
4000/4000 N and
4050/4050 N
18.5 in
(46.99 cm)
with cover open
13.3 in
(34.3 cm)
with cover closed
HP LaserJet
4000 T/4000 TN and
4050 T/4050 TN
20.1 in
(51.19 cm)
with cover open
15.5 in
(38.5 cm)
with cover closed

Figure 1-2

Printer Dimensions

Printer Weight (without Toner Cartridge)
●

HP LaserJet 4000/4000 N and 4050/4050 N printers:
39.27 lb (17.85 kg)

●

HP LaserJet 4000 T/4000 TN and 4050 T/4050 TN printers:
45.66 lb (20.71 kg)

1-10 Printer Description

Environmental Requirements
Table 1-6. Printer and Toner Cartridge Environmental Conditions
Item

Operating

Storage

Temperature

50-91° F (10-32° C)

32 to 95° F (0 to 35°C)

Relative Humidity

20-80% RH (with no
condensation)

10% to 95% RH

Table 1-7. Acoustic Emissions (Per ISO 9296)
Printer State

Sound Power

Printing, 17 pages per minute
(ppm)

Lwad= 6.6 bels (A)

Printing, 8 ppm

Lwad= 6.2 bels (A)

PowerSave

Lwad= 0 bels (A)

Site Requirements 1-11

Paper Specifications
The following tables show paper specifications for the
HP LaserJet 4000 and 4050 series printer.
Table 1-8. Paper Specifications, Tray 1
Supported
Paper

Dimensions*

Minimum Size
(custom)

3 by 5 in***
(76 by 127 mm)

Maximum Size

8.5 by 14 in
(216 by 356 mm)

Transparencies

Labels

Same as minimum
and maximum paper
sizes listed above.

Envelopes
*
**
***

Weight

Capacity**

16 to 53 lb
(60 to 199 g/m2)

100 sheets of 20 lb
(75 g/m2) paper

Thickness:
0.0039 in to 0.0045 in
(0.099 to 0.114 mm)

75 transparencies

Thickness:
0.005 in to 0.007 in
(0.127 mm to
0.178 mm)

50 labels

20 to 28 lb
(75 to 105 g/m2)

10 envelopes

The printer supports a wide range of paper sizes. Check the printer software for supported sizes.
To print custom-size paper see the user’s guide.
Capacity may vary depending on paper weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.
Custom media must be fed short edge first (portrait).

Table 1-9. Paper Specifications, Tray 2
(HP LaserJet 4000/4000 N and 4050/4050 N)
Supported
Paper

Dimensions*

Letter

8.5 by 11 in
(216 by 279 mm)

A4

8.3 by 11.7 in
(210 by 297 mm)

Legal

8.5 by 14 in
(216 by 356 mm)

*
**

Weight

Capacity**

16 to 28 lb
(60 to 105 g/m2)

500 sheets of 20 lb
(75 g/m2) paper
50-100 transparencies

The printer supports a wide range of paper sizes. Check the printer software for supported sizes.
Capacity may vary depending on paper weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.

1-12 Printer Description

Table 1-10. Paper Specifications, Trays 2 and 3
(HP LaserJet 4000 T/4000 TN and 4050 T/4050 TN)
Supported
Paper

Dimensions*

Letter

8.5 by 11 in
(216 by 279 mm)

A4

8.3 by 11.7 in
(210 by 297 mm)

Executive

7.3 by 10.5 in
(191 by 267 mm)

Legal

8.5 by 14 in
(216 by 356 mm)

B5 (ISO)
(custom***)

6.9 by 9.9 in
(176 by 250 mm)

B5 (JIS)

7.2 by 10 in
(182 by 257 mm)

A5 (custom***)

5.8 by 8.2 in
(148 by 210 mm)

*
**
***

Weight

Capacity**

16 to 28 lb
(60 to 105 g/m2)

250 sheets of 20 lb
(75 g/m2) paper
50-100 transparencies

The printer supports a wide range of paper sizes. Check the printer software for supported sizes.
Capacity may vary depending on paper weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.
To print custom-size paper see the user’s guide.

Paper Specifications 1-13

Table 1-11. Paper Specifications, Optional 500-Sheet Universal Tray
Supported
Paper

Dimensions*

Letter

8.5 by 11 in
(216 by 279 mm)

A4

8.3 by 11.7 in
(210 by 297 mm)

Executive

7.3 by 10.5 in
(191 by 267 mm)

Executive JIS
(custom ***)

8.5 by 13 in
(216 by 330 mm)

16K (custom ***)

7.75 by 10.75 in
(197 by 273 mm)

Legal

8.5 by 14 in
(216 by 356 mm)

B5 (ISO)
(custom***)

6.9 by 9.9 in
(176 by 250 mm)

B5 (JIS)

7.2 by 10 in
(182 by 257 mm)

A5 (custom***)

5.8 by 8.2 in
(148 by 210 mm)

Custom***

5.8 by 8.2 in
to 8.5 by 14 in
(149 by 210 mm
to 216 by 356 mm)

*
**
***

Weight

Capacity**

16 to 28 lb
(60 to 105 g/m2)

500 sheets of 20 lb
(75 g/m2) paper
50-100 transparencies

The printer supports a wide range of paper sizes. Check the printer software for supported sizes.
Capacity may vary depending on paper weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.
To print custom-size paper see the user’s guide.

1-14 Printer Description

Table 1-12. Paper Specifications, Optional Envelope Feeder
Supported
Paper

Dimensions*

Minimum Size

3.5 by 6.3 in
(90 by 160 mm)

Maximum Size

7 by 10 in
(178 by 254 mm)

*
**

Weight

Capacity**

20 to 28 lb
(75 to 105 g/m2)

75 envelopes

The printer supports a wide range of paper sizes. Check the printer software for supported sizes.
Capacity may vary depending on paper weight and thickness, and environmental conditions.

Table 1-13. Paper Specifications, Optional Duplex Printing Accessory
(Duplexer)
Dimensions
Letter

8.5 by 11 in
(216 by 279 mm)

A4

8.3 by 11.7 in
(210 by 297 mm)

Executive

7.3 by 10.5 in
(191 by 267 mm)

Legal

8.5 by 14 in
(216 by 356 mm)

B5 (JIS)

7.2 by 10 in
(182 by 257 mm)

Weight

Capacity

16 to 28 lb
(60 to 105 g/m2)

not applicable

Supported Types of Paper
The printer supports the following types of paper:
●

plain

●

preprinted

●

letterhead

●

transparency

●

prepunched

●

labels

●

bond

●

recycled

●

color

●

card stock

●

rough

●

user-defined (5 types)

Paper Specifications 1-15

Guidelines for Using Paper
For best results, use conventional 20 lb (75 g/m2) paper. Make sure
the paper is of good quality and free of cuts, nicks, tears, spots, loose
particles, dust, wrinkles, voids, and curled or bent edges.
If you are unsure what type of paper you are loading (such as bond or
recycled), check the label on the package of paper.
Some paper causes print quality problems, jamming, or damage to
the printer.

Table 1-14. Guidelines for Using Paper
Symptom

Problem with Paper

Solution

Poor print quality or Toner
adhesion.
Problems with feeding.

Too moist, too rough, too
smooth, or embossed; faulty
paper lot.

Try another kind of paper,
between 100-250 Sheffield,
4-6% moisture content.

Dropouts, jamming, curl.

Stored improperly.

Store paper flat in its
moisture-proof wrapping.

Increased gray background
shading.

Too heavy.

Use lighter paper.
Open the Rear Output Bin.

Excessive curl.
Problems with feeding.

Too moist, wrong grain
direction or short-grain
construction.

Open the Rear Output Bin.
Use long-grain paper.

Jamming, damage to printer.

Cutouts or perforations.

Do not use paper with cutouts
or perforations.

Problems with feeding.

Ragged edges.

Use quality paper.

1-16 Printer Description

Note

Do not use letterhead paper that is printed with low-temperature inks,
such as those used in some types of thermography.
Do not use raised letterhead.
The printer uses heat and pressure to fuse Toner to the paper. Make
sure that any colored paper or preprinted forms use inks that are
compatible with the printer’s temperature (400° F or 205° C).
Avoid using paper that has already been used in a printer or copier.
Do not print on both sides of envelopes, transparencies, or labels.

Paper Specifications 1-17

Paper Weight Equivalence Table
Use this table to determine approximate equivalent points in weight
specifications other than U.S. bond weight. For example, to determine
the equivalent of 20 lb U.S. bond weight paper in U.S. cover weight,
locate the bond weight (in the third row, first column) and scan across
the row to the cover weight (in the third column). The equivalent is
28 lb.
Shaded areas indicate a standard weight for that grade.
Table 1-15. Paper Weight Equivalence
Bond wt. Text/book Cover wt. Bristol wt. Index wt.
(17x22)
wt.
(20x26)
(22.5x
(25.5x
(25x38)
28.5)
30.5)

Metric wt. Bond wt. Text/book Cover wt.
(17x22)
wt.
(20x26)
(25x38)

16#

41#

22#

27#

33#

37#

60 g/m2

16#

41#

22#

17#

43#

24#

29#

35#

39#

64 g/m2

17#

43#

24#

20#

50# *

28#

34#

42#

46#

75 g/m2

20#

50# *

28#

21#

54#

30#

36#

44#

49#

80 g/m2

21#

54#

30#

55#

90 g/m2

24#

60# *

33#

61#

100 g/m2

27#

68#

37#

24#
27#

60# *
68#

33#
37#

41#
45#

50#
55#

28#

70# *

39#

49#

58#

65#

105 g/m2

28#

70# *

39#

29#

74#

41#

50#

61#

68#

110 g/m2

29#

74#

41#

32#

80#*

44#

55#

67#

74#

120 g/m2

32#

80# *

44#

36#

90#

50#

62#

75#

83#

135 g/m2

36#

90#

50#

91#

148 g/m2

39#

100#

55#

39#

100#

55#

67#

82#

40#

101#

55#

68#

83#

92#

150 g/m2

40#

101#

55#

43#

110#

60#

74#

90#

100#

163 g/m2

43#

110#

60#

45#

115#

63#

77#

94#

104#

170 g/m2

45#

115#

63#

47#

119#

65#

80#

97#

108#

176 g/m2

47#

119#

65#

117#

190 g/m2

51#

128#

70#

51#

*

Tag wt.
(24x36)

128#

70#

86#

105#

U.S. postcard measurements are approximate. Use for reference only.

1-18 Printer Description

Labels
CAUTION

To avoid damaging the printer, use only labels recommended for use
in laser printers.
If you have problems printing labels, use Tray 1 and open the Rear
Output Bin.
Never print on the same sheet of labels more than once.

Label Construction
When selecting labels, consider the quality of each component:
●

Adhesives: The adhesive material should be stable at 400° F
(205° C), the printer’s maximum temperature.

●

Arrangement: Only use labels with no exposed backing between
them. Labels can peel off of sheets that have spaces between the
labels, causing serious jams.

●

Curl: Prior to printing, labels must lie flat with no more than 0.5 in
(13 mm) of curl in any direction.

●

Condition: Do not use labels with wrinkles, bubbles, or other
indications of separation.

Transparencies
Transparencies used in the printer must be able to withstand 400° F
(205° C), the printer’s maximum temperature. For best results, close
the Rear Output Bin to print transparencies to the Top Output Bin.
CAUTION

To avoid damaging the printer, use only transparencies recommended
for use in laser printers.
If you have problems printing transparencies, use Tray 1.

Paper Specifications 1-19

Envelopes
Envelope Construction
Envelope construction is critical. Envelope fold lines can vary
considerably, not only between manufacturers, but also within a box
from the same manufacturer. Successful printing on envelopes
depends upon the quality of the envelopes. When selecting
envelopes, consider the following components:
●

Weight: The weight of the envelope paper should not exceed
28 lb (105 g/m2), or jamming may result.

●

Construction: Prior to printing, envelopes should lie flat with less
than 0.25 in (6 mm) curl, and should not contain air. (Envelopes
that trap air may cause problems.)

●

Condition: Make sure envelopes are not wrinkled, nicked, or
otherwise damaged.

●

Sizes in Tray 1: From 3 by 5 in (76 by 127 mm) to 8.5 by 14 in
(216 by 356 mm).

●

Sizes in the optional envelope feeder: From 3.5 by 6.3 in
(90 by 160 mm) to 7 by 10 in (178 by 254 mm).

If you do not have an optional envelope feeder, always print
envelopes from Tray 1. If envelopes wrinkle, try opening the Rear
Output Bin.

1-20 Printer Description

Envelopes with Double Side Seams
Some envelopes have vertical seams at both ends of the envelope,
rather than diagonal seams. This style of envelope may be more likely
to wrinkle. When using envelopes with double side seams, be sure
the seam extends all the way to the corner of the envelope as
illustrated below.

Acceptable

Unacceptable

Figure 1-3

Envelopes with Double-Side-Seams

Envelopes with Adhesive Strips or Flaps
Envelopes with a peel-off adhesive strip or with more than one flap
that folds over to seal must use adhesives compatible with the heat
(400° F (205° C)) and pressure in the printer. The extra flaps and
strips might cause wrinkling, creasing, or jams.

Paper Specifications 1-21

Envelope Margins
The following table gives typical address margins for a Commercial
#10 or DL envelope.
Table 1-16. Envelope Margins

Note

Type of Address

Top Margin

Left Margin

Return Address

0.6 in (15 mm)

0.6 in (15 mm)

Delivery Address

2 in (51 mm)

3.5 in (89 mm)

For the best print quality, position margins no closer than 0.6 in (15 mm)
from the edges of the envelope.

Envelope Storage
Proper storage of envelopes helps contribute to good print quality.
Envelopes should be stored flat. If air is trapped in an envelope,
creating an air bubble, then the envelope may wrinkle during printing.

1-22 Printer Description

Card Stock and Heavy Paper
Many types of card stock can be printed from Tray 1, including index
cards and postcards. Some types of card stock perform better than
others because the construction is better suited for feeding through a
laser printer.
For optimum printer performance, do not use paper heavier than 53 lb
(199 g/m2) in Tray 1 or 28 lb (105 g/m2) in other trays. Paper that is
too heavy might cause misfeeds, stacking problems, paper jams, poor
Toner fusing, poor print quality, or excessive mechanical wear.
Note

Printing on paper heavier than 53 lb may be possible if the tray is not
filled to capacity, and paper with a smoothness rating of 100-180
Sheffield is used.

Card Stock Construction
●

Smoothness: 36-53 lb (135-199 g/m2) card stock should have a
smoothness rating of 100-180 Sheffield. 16-36 lb (60-135 g/m2)
card stock should have a smoothness rating of 100-250 Sheffield.

●

Construction: Card stock should lie flat with less than 0.2 in
(5 mm) of curl.

●

Condition: Make sure card stock is not wrinkled, nicked, or
otherwise damaged.

●

Sizes: Use only card stock within the following size ranges:
• minimum: 3 by 5 in (76 by 127 mm)
• maximum: 8.5 by 14 in (216 by 356 cm)

Note

Before loading card stock in Tray 1, make sure it is regular in shape
and not damaged. Also, make sure the cards are not stuck together.

Card Stock Guidelines
●

If cards curl or jam, try printing from Tray 1 and opening the Rear
Output Bin.

●

Set margins at least 0.08 in (2 mm) away from the edges of the
paper.

Paper Specifications 1-23

Safety Information
Laser Safety Statement
The Center for Devices and Radiological Health (CDRH) of the U.S.
Food and Drug Administration has implemented regulations for laser
products manufactured since August 1, 1976. Compliance is
mandatory for products marketed in the United States. The printer is
certified as a “Class 1” laser product under the U.S. Department of
Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance
Standard according to the Radiation Control for Health and Safety Act
of 1968. Since radiation emitted inside the printer is completely
confined within protective housings and external covers, the laser
beam cannot escape during any phase of normal user operation.
WARNING!

Using controls, making adjustments, or performing procedures other
than those specified in this service manual may result in exposure to
hazardous radiation.

Canadian DOC Regulations
Complies with Canadian EMC Class B requirements.

«Conforme á la classe B des normes canadiennes de compatibilité
électromagnétiques. «CEM».»

1-24 Printer Description

FCC Regulations
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules.
These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against
harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If this
equipment is not installed and used in accordance with the
instructions, it may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will
not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the
following measures:

Note

●

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

●

Increase separation between equipment and receiver.

●

Connect equipment to an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is located.

●

Consult your dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician.

Any changes or modifications to the printer that are not expressly
approved by HP could void the user’s authority to operate this
equipment.
Use of a shielded interface cable is required to comply with the Class B
limits of Part 15 of FCC rules.

Safety Information 1-25

Laser Statement for Finland
LASERTURVALLISUUS
LUOKAN 1 LASERLAITE
KLASS 1 LASER APPARAT
HP LaserJet 4000/4000 T/4000 N/4000 TN and
4050/4050 T/4050 N/4050 TN -laserkirjoitin on käyttäjän kannalta
turvallinen luokan 1 laserlaite. Normaalissa käytössä kirjoittimen
suojakotelointi estää lasersäteen pääsyn laitteen ulkopuolelle.
Laitteen turvallisuusluokka on määritetty standardin EN 60825-1
(1993) mukaisesti.
VAROITUS !
Laitteen käyttäminen muulla kuin käyttöohjeessa mainitulla tavalla
saattaa altistaa käyttäjän turvallisuusluokan 1 ylittävälle
näkymättömälle lasersäteilylle.
VARNING !
Om apparaten används på annat sätt än i bruksanvisning
specificerats, kan användaren utsättas för osynlig laserstrålning, som
överskrider gränsen för laserklass 1.
HUOLTO
HP LaserJet 4000/4000 T/4000 N/4000 TN and
4050/4050 T/4050 N/4050 TN -kirjoittimen sisällä ei ole käyttäjän
huollettavissa olevia kohteita. Laitteen saa avata ja huoltaa
ainoastaan sen huoltamiseen koulutettu henkilö. Tällaiseksi
huoltotoimenpiteeksi ei katsota väriainekasetin vaihtamista,
paperiradan puhdistusta tai muita käyttäjän käsikirjassa lueteltuja,
käyttäjän tehtäväksi tarkoitettuja ylläpitotoimia, jotka voidaan
suorittaa ilman erikoistyökaluja.
VARO !
Mikäli kirjoittimen suojakotelo avataan, olet alttiina näkymättömälle
lasersäteilylle laitteen ollessa toiminnassa. Älä katso säteeseen.
VARNING !
Om laserprinterns skyddshölje öppnas då apparaten är i funktion,
utsättas användaren för osynlig laserstrålning. Betrakta ej strålen.
Tiedot laitteessa käytettävän laserdiodin säteilyominaisuuksista:
Aallonpituus 770-795 nm
Teho 5 mW
Luokan 3B laser
1-26 Printer Description

Toner Safety
Note

Toner may stain clothing. Skin and clothing are best cleaned by
removing as much Toner as possible with a dry tissue, then washing
with cold water. Hot water causes Toner to melt and permanently fuse
into clothing.
The Toner Cartridge/Drum Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) can
be obtained by contacting the HP LaserJet website at:
http://www.ljsupplies.com/planetpartners/datasheets.html.
If you do not have access to the Internet, call the U.S. HP FIRST
fax-on-demand service at (800) 231-9300. Use index number 7 for a
listing of the Toner Cartridge/Drum Material/Chemical Safety Data
Sheets.

Note

To get documents from HP FIRST by fax, you must use a Group 3 fax
machine.

Safety Information 1-27

Environmental Product Stewardship
Protecting the Environment
Hewlett-Packard Company is committed to providing quality products
in an environmentally-sound manner. The printer has been designed
to minimize impacts on the environment.
The printer design eliminates:
Ozone
Production

The printer uses charging rollers in the electrophotographic process and
therefore generates no appreciable ozone gas (03).

CFC Usage

Class I U.S. Clean Air Act stratospheric ozone-depleting chemicals
(chlorofluorocarbons [CFCs], for example) have been eliminated from the
manufacturing of the printer and packaging.

The printer design reduces:
Energy
Consumption

Energy usage drops from 330 watts (W) during printing to as little as 20W
while in low-power (PowerSave) mode. This saves energy without affecting
the high performance of the printer. This product qualifies for the
ENERGY STAR® Program (U.S. and Japan). ENERGY STAR is a voluntary
program established to encourage the development of energy-efficient
office products. The ENERGY STAR name is a registered service mark of the
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.
As an ENERGY STAR partner, Hewlett-Packard
Company has determined that this product meets
ENERGY STAR Guidelines for energy efficiency.

1-28 Printer Description

2

Service Approach

Overview
This chapter discusses the following:
●

Service Approach

●

Parts and Supplies

●

Warranty Statement

Overview 2-1

Service Approach
Repair of the printer normally begins with use of the printer’s internal
diagnostics in conjunction with the troubleshooting procedures in
Chapter 7. Once a faulty part is located, repair is generally
accomplished by assembly level replacement of Field Replaceable
Units (FRUs). Some mechanical assemblies may be repaired at the
subassembly level. PCA component replacement is not supported by
Hewlett-Packard.

2-2 Service Approach

Parts and Supplies
Ordering Information
Field replaceable and accessory part numbers are found in Chapter 8
of this manual. Replacement parts may be ordered from HP’s Service
Materials Organization (SMO) or Support Materials Europe (SME),
divisions of Product Support Division (PSD).
Use only accessories specifically designed for this printer.
Accessories can be ordered from an authorized service or support
provider. See page 2-6 and page 8-4 for ordering information.

Parts and Supplies 2-3

Helpful Documentation
Table 2-1 lists part numbers to order documentation.

Table 2-1. Helpful Documentation
Item

Description or Use

Part Number

HP LaserJet Printer Family
Paper Specification Guide

A guide to using paper and other
print media with HP LaserJet
printers.

5040-9072

PCL 5/PJL Technical Reference
Documentation Package

A guide to using printer
commands with HP LaserJet
printers.

5021-0330

HP LaserJet Basics
CD-ROM

A guide to using HP LaserJet
printer hardware

5081-9469

User’s Documentation Bundle,
HP LaserJet 4000 and 4000 N
Printers

An additional copy of the user’s
guide, the getting started guide,
and the quick reference guide.

C4118-99051
(English)

User’s Documentation Bundle,
HP LaserJet 4000 T and
4000 TN Printers

An additional copy of the user’s
guide, the getting started guide,
and the quick reference guide.

C4119-99047
(English)

HP LaserJet 4050, 4050 T,
4050 N, and 4050 TN User’s
Documentation CD-ROM

An additional copy of the user’s
documentation CD-ROM

C4251-60104

User’s Documentation Bundle,
HP LaserJet 4050 and 4050 N
Printers

An additional copy of the getting
started guide, and the quick
reference guide.

C4251-99001
(English)

User’s Documentation Bundle,
HP LaserJet 4050 T and
4050 TN

An additional copy of the getting
started guide, and the quick
reference guide.

C4252-99001
(English)

2-4 Service Approach

Table 2-1. Helpful Documentation (continued)
Item

Description or Use

Part Number

Service and Support CD-ROM
for the
HP LaserJet 4050 Printers

An interactive training CD-ROM
for printer service
representatives and customer
care specialists.

C4251-60106

HP LaserJet 4000 and 4050
Series Printers Service Manual

A combined service manual for
both series of printers.

C4251-91003

Parts and Supplies 2-5

Phone Numbers for Ordering
●

SMO (Service Materials Organization)
1-800-227-8164 (U.S. only)

●

SME (Support Materials Europe)
(49 7031) 142253

Exchange Program
HP offers remanufactured assemblies for some parts. These are
identified in Chapter 8 and can be ordered through Service Materials
Organization (SMO) or Support Materials Europe (SME), divisions of
Product Support Division (PSD).

Consumables
Paper and Toner Cartridges can be ordered directly from
Hewlett-Packard. See Chapter 8 for ordering information.

World Wide Web
Printer drivers, updated HP printer software, and product and support
information may be obtained from the following URL:
in the U.S.http://www.hp.com/go/support
Printer drivers may be obtained from the following sites:
in China
in Japan
in Korea
in Taiwan

ftp://www.hp.com.cn/go/support
ftp://www.jpn.hp.com/go/support
http://www.hp.co.kr/go/support
http://www.hp.com.tw/go/support
or the local driver website http://www.dds.com.tw

HP Service Parts Information Compact Disc
This powerful, CD-ROM-based parts information tool is designed to
give users fast, easy access to parts information such as pricing and
recommended stocking lists for a wide range of HP products. To
subscribe to this quarterly service in the U.S. or Canada, call
(800) 336-5987. In Asia Pacific, call (65) 740-4484. Parts
identification and pricing information can also be accessed via the
World Wide Web at http://www.hp.com/go/partsinfo.

2-6 Service Approach

HP Support Assistant Compact Disc
This support tool offers a comprehensive online information system
designed to provide technical and product information on HP
products. To subscribe to the quarterly service in the U.S. or Canada,
call (800) 457-1762. In Hong Kong, Indonesia, Malaysia, or
Singapore, call Mentor Media at (65) 740-4477.

HP FIRST
HP FIRST fax-on-demand service will deliver detailed troubleshooting
information on common software and troubleshooting tips for your HP
product. Call from any touch tone phone and request up to three
documents per call. These documents will be sent to the fax of your
choice. Many of these numbers are local numbers and will not work
internationally.
North and Latin America
Outside the U.S. and Canada:
In the U.S and Canada:

(404) 329-2009
(800) 333-1917

Asia/Pacific
Australia
China
Hong Kong
India
Indonesia
Japan
Korea
Malaysia
New Zealand
Philippines
Singapore
Thailand
Vietnam

(03) 9272 2627
(10) 6505 5280
2506 2422
(11) 682 6031
(21) 352 2044
(03) 3335 8622
(02) 769 0543
(03) 298 2478
(09) 356 6648
(02) 848 9880
275 7251
(02) 661 3511
(08) 823 4161

Parts and Supplies 2-7

Europe, Middle East, and Africa
Austria
Belgium
Dutch
French
Denmark
European International
Finland
France
Germany
Hungary
Italy
Netherlands
Norway
Portugal
Spain
Sweden
Switzerland
French
German
United Kingdom

0660-8218
0800 1 1906
0800 1 7043
800-10453
+31 20 681 5792
9800-13134
0800-9050900
0130-810061
36 1 461-8222
1678-59020
0800-0222420
800-11319
05 05 313342
900-993123
020-795743
0800-551526
0800-551527
0800-960271

Customer Care Reseller Sales and Service Support
Center
The Customer Care Reseller Sales and Service Support Center is
available to assist resellers and service technicians. You can reach
this support center at 1-800-544-9976.
Other Areas
Outside of North America and Europe, contact your local HP sales
office for assistance in obtaining technical support for resellers and
service technicians.

2-8 Service Approach

Toner Cartridge Information
The Toner Cartridge is designed to simplify replacement of the major
“consumable” parts. The Toner Cartridge contains the printing
mechanism and a supply of Toner.
At 5% page coverage, a Toner Cartridge will print approximately
6,000 or 10,000 pages (depending on the model installed). However,
a Toner Cartridge should print more pages if regularly printing pages
with less coverage, such as short memos. If EconoMode is used
full-time, it is possible that the Toner supply will outlast the mechanical
parts in the Toner Cartridge. The cartridge may print fewer pages if
routinely printing dense print.
Note

For best results, always use a Toner Cartridge before the expiration
date stamped on the Toner Cartridge’s box.

Refilled Toner Cartridges
While Hewlett-Packard does not prohibit the use of refilled Toner
Cartridges during the warranty period or while the printer is under a
maintenance contract, it is not recommended for the following
reasons:
●

Repairs resulting from the use of refilled Toner Cartridges are not
covered under Hewlett-Packard warranty or maintenance
contracts.

●

Hewlett-Packard has no control or process to ensure that a
refilled Toner Cartridge functions at the high level of reliability of a
new HP LaserJet Toner cartridge. Hewlett-Packard also cannot
predict what the long term reliability effect on the printer is from
using different Toner formulations found in refilled cartridges.

●

The print quality of HP LaserJet Toner Cartridges influences the
customer’s perception of the printer. Hewlett-Packard has no
control over the actual print quality of a refilled Toner Cartridge.

Recycling Toner Cartridges
In order to reduce waste, Hewlett-Packard offers a recycling program
for used Toner Cartridges. Cartridge components that do not wear out
are recycled. Plastics and other materials are recycled. HP pays the
shipping costs from the user to the recycling plant. For each cartridge
returned, HP donates one U.S. dollar to be shared by the Nature
Conservancy and the National Wildlife Federation. To join this
recycling effort, follow the instructions inside the Toner Cartridge’s
box.

Parts and Supplies 2-9

Warranty Statement
The warranty for this product gives you specific legal rights. There
may also be other rights that vary from area to area. Refer to the
user’s documentation for the full warranty and supporting warranty
information.

2-10 Service Approach

3

Printer Operation

Overview
This chapter discusses the following:
●

Using the Control Panel

●

Control Panel Menus

●

Service Mode

●

Testing the Printer

●

Resetting the Printer

●

System Configuration

●

Printer I/O Configuration

Overview 3-1

Using the Control Panel
Control Panel Layout
The printer’s Control Panel consists of the following:

READY

2-line
display

Ready

Go

Data

Item

Attention

– Value +
Cancel
Job

Figure 3-1

Menu

Select

Control Panel Layout

Control Panel Lights
Table 3-1. Control Panel Lights
Light

Indication

Ready

The printer is ready to print.

Data

The printer is processing information.

Attention

Action is required. See the Control Panel display.

3-2 Printer Operation

4050
only

Control Panel Keys
Table 3-2. Control Panel Keys
Key

Function

[Go]

●
●
●
●

●

●
●

Places the printer either online or offline.
Prints any data residing in the printer’s buffer.
Allows the printer to resume printing after being offline. Clears
most printer messages and places the printer online.
Allows the printer to continue printing with an error message
such as TRAY X LOAD [TYPE] [SIZE] or UNEXPECTED
PAPER SIZE.
Confirms a manual feed request if Tray 1 is loaded and
TRAY 1 MODE=CASSETTE has been set from the Paper
Handling Menu in the printer’s Control Panel.
Overrides a manual feed request from Tray 1 by selecting
paper from the next available tray.
Exits the Control Panel menus. (To save a selected Control
Panel setting, first press [Select].)

[Cancel Job]

Cancels the print job that the printer is processing. The time it
takes to cancel depends on the size of the print job. (Press it only
once.)

[Menu]

Cycles through the Control Panel menus. Press the right end of
the button to move forward or the left end of the button to move
backward.

[Item]

Cycles through the selected menu’s items. Press the right end of
the button to move forward or the left end of the button to move
backward.

[– Value +]

Cycles through the selected menu item’s values. Press [+] to
move forward or [–] to move backward.

[Select]

●

●

[?]

Saves the selected value for that item. An asterisk (*) appears
next to the selection, indicating that it is the new default.
Default settings remain when the printer is switched off or
reset (unless you reset all factory defaults from the Resets
Menu).
Prints one of the printer information pages from the Control
Panel.

Provides instructions for resolving most printer errors. Certain
Control Panel error messages alternate with instructions on
accessing the online help system. This on-board help system is a
feature of the 4050 series printer only.

Using the Control Panel 3-3

Settings and Defaults
The printer makes most printing decisions based on either temporary
settings or permanent defaults.
Note

Settings sent from software applications override printer defaults.

Table 3-3. Settings and Defaults
Setting or Default

Explanation

Temporary Setting

A value set for the current print job by the software application. For
example, a request from the software to print three copies instead
of the Control Panel default value of one copy is a temporary
setting. The printer continues to use the temporary setting until it
receives another software request or until it is reset.

Control Panel Default

A value set at the Control Panel when you select a menu item. An
asterisk appears, indicating the default setting. The printer retains
this default when it is turned off.

Factory Default

The value set for each menu item at the factory. Factory defaults
are listed in the item column in the menu tables starting on
page 3-8.

Setting the display language
1

Press and hold [Select] while turning on the printer. Hold
[Select] until SELECT LANGUAGE appears.

2

Release [Select]. INITIALIZING appears briefly. Wait for
LANGUAGE=ENGLISH to appear.

3

Press [– Value +] repeatedly until the desired language appears.

4

Press [Select] to save your choice. An asterisk (*) will appear
beside the selected language.

5

Press [Go] to exit the menu.

3-4 Printer Operation

Control Panel Menus
Press [Menu] for access to all Control Panel menus. When additional
trays or other accessories are installed in the printer, new menu items
automatically appear.

To change a Control Panel setting:

Note

1

Press [Menu] until the desired menu appears.

2

Press [Item] until the desired item appears.

3

Press [– Value +] until the desired setting appears.

4

Press [Select] to save the selection. An asterisk (*) appears next
to the selection in the display, indicating that it is now the default.

5

Press [Go] to exit the menu.

Settings in the printer driver and software application override Control
Panel settings. (Software application settings override printer driver
settings.)
If you cannot access a menu or item, it is either not an option for the
printer, or the customer’s network administrator has locked the function.
(The Control Panel reads ACCESS DENIED MENUS LOCKED.) See the
customer’s network administrator.

To print a Control Panel menu map:
To see the current settings for all of the menus and menu items
available on the Control Panel, print a Control Panel menu map.
1

Press [Menu] until INFORMATION MENU appears.

2

Press [Item] until PRINT MENU MAP appears.

3

Press [Select] to print the menu map.

Control Panel Menus 3-5

Quick Copy Jobs Menu
This menu provides a list of the quick copy jobs stored on the printer’s
hard disk. The user can print or delete these jobs from the Control
Panel.
Note

If there are no quick copy jobs stored on the printer’s hard disk, this
menu is not displayed on the Control Panel.

Table 3-4. Quick Copy Jobs Menu
Item

Value

[JOBNAME]
COPIES=1

3-6 Printer Operation

Explanation
The name of the person who owns the quick copy
job.

1 to 999
DELETE

The number of additional copies the user wants
to print.
1-999: Prints the requested number of copies of
the job.
DELETE: Deletes the job from the printer’s hard
disk.

Private/Stored Jobs Menu
This menu provides a list of the private and stored jobs on the
printer’s hard disk. The user can print or delete these jobs from the
Control Panel.
Note

If there are no private or stored jobs on the printer’s hard disk, this menu
is not displayed on the Control Panel.

Table 3-5. Private/Stored Jobs Menu
Item

Value

Explanation

[JOBNAME]

The name of the job stored on the printer’s hard
disk.

PIN:0000

To print the job, the user must enter the Personal
Identification Number (PIN) assigned to the job
in the driver.

COPIES=1

1 to 999
DELETE

The number of copies the user wants to print.
1-999: Prints the requested number of copies of
the job.
DELETE: Deletes the job from the printer’s hard
disk.

Control Panel Menus 3-7

Information Menu
This menu contains printer information pages that give details about
the printer and its configuration. To print an information page, scroll to
the desired page and press [Select].
Table 3-6. Information Menu
Item

Explanation

PRINT
MENU MAP

The menu map shows the layout and current settings of the
Control Panel menu items.

PRINT
CONFIGURATION

The Configuration Page shows the printer’s current configuration.
If an HP JetDirect print server card is installed (HP LaserJet
4000 N/4000 TN and 4050 N/4050 TN printers), a JetDirect
Configuration Page will print out as well.

PRINT
PCL FONT LIST

The PCL font list shows all the PCL fonts currently available to the
printer.

PRINT
PS FONT LIST

The PS font list shows all the PS fonts currently available to the
printer.

PRINT
FILE DIRECTORY

This item appears only when a mass storage device (such as an
optional flash DIMM or hard disk) containing a recognized file
system is installed in the printer. The file directory shows
information for all installed mass storage devices.

PRINT
EVENT LOG

The event log lists printer events or errors.

SHOW
EVENT LOG

This item allows you to view the most recent printer events on the
Control Panel display. Press [– Value +] to scroll through the
event log entries.

PRINT
PAPER PATH TEST

The paper path test can be used to verify that the paper path is
working properly, or to troubleshoot problems with a type of paper.
Choose the input tray, output bin, duplexer (if available), and
number of copies.

PRINT
USAGE PAGE

The usage page shows the quantity of pages printed, as well as
the paper size used. It also reflects the number of one-sided
versus two-sided pages (HP LaserJet 4050 only, with hard disk
installed).

3-8 Printer Operation

Paper Handling Menu
When paper handling settings are correctly configured through the
Control Panel, you can print by choosing the type and size of paper
from the printer driver or software application.
Some items in this menu (such as duplex and manual feed) can be
accessed from a software application, or from the printer driver (if the
appropriate driver is installed). Printer driver and software application
settings override Control Panel settings.
Table 3-7. Paper Handling Menu
Item

Values

Explanation

ENVELOPE FEEDER
SIZE=COM10

For supported paper sizes
see page 1-12.

This item appears only when the
optional envelope feeder is installed.
Set the value to correspond with the
envelope size currently loaded in the
envelope feeder.

ENVELOPE FEEDER
TYPE=PLAIN

For supported paper types
see page 1-12.

This item appears only when the
optional envelope feeder is installed.
Set the value to correspond with the
envelope type currently loaded in the
envelope feeder.

TRAY 1 MODE=
FIRST

FIRST
CASSETTE

Determine how the printer will use
Tray 1.
FIRST: If paper is loaded in Tray 1,
the printer will pull paper from that
tray first.
CASSETTE: A paper size must be
assigned to Tray 1 using the
TRAY 1 SIZE option (the next item
in this menu when TRAY 1
MODE=CASSETTE). This allows Tray 1
to be used as a reserved tray.

TRAY 1 SIZE=
LETTER

For supported paper sizes
see page 1-12.

This item appears only when TRAY 1
MODE= CASSETTE. Set the value to
correspond with the paper size
currently loaded in Tray 1.

Control Panel Menus 3-9

Table 3-7. Paper Handling Menu (continued)
Item

Values

Explanation

TRAY 1 TYPE=
PLAIN

For supported paper types
see page 1-12.

This item appears only when TRAY 1
MODE= CASSETTE. Set the value to

TRAY 2 TYPE=
PLAIN

For supported paper types
see page 1-12.

Set the value to correspond with the
paper type currently loaded in Tray 2.

TRAY 3 TYPE=
PLAIN

For supported paper types
see page 1-12.

This item appears only when a third
paper tray is installed. Set the value
to correspond with the paper type
currently loaded in Tray 3.

TRAY 4 TYPE=
PLAIN

For supported paper types
see page 1-12.

This item appears only when a fourth
paper tray is installed (available only
on the HP LaserJet 4000 T/4000 TN
and 4050 T/4050 TN printers). Set
the value to correspond with the
paper type currently loaded in Tray 4.

MANUAL FEED=OFF

OFF
ON

Feed the paper manually from Tray 1,
rather than automatically from a tray.
When MANUAL FEED=ON and Tray 1
is empty, the printer goes offline when
it receives a print job and displays
MANUALLY FEED [PAPER SIZE].

DUPLEX=OFF

OFF
ON

This item appears only when an
optional duplexer is installed. Set the
value to ON to print on both sides
(duplex) or OFF to print on one side
(simplex) of a sheet of paper.

BINDING=
LONG EDGE

LONG EDGE
SHORT EDGE

This item appears only when an
optional duplexer is installed and the
duplex option is on. Choose the
binding edge when duplexing
(printing on both sides of paper).

3-10 Printer Operation

correspond with the paper type
currently loaded in Tray 1.

Table 3-7. Paper Handling Menu (continued)
Item

Values

Explanation

OVERRIDE A4/
LETTER=NO

NO
YES

Choose YES to print on letter size
paper when an A4 job is sent, but no
A4 size paper is loaded in the printer
(or to print on A4 size paper when a
letter job is sent, but no letter paper is
loaded in the printer).

CONFIGURE FUSER
MODE MENU=NO

NO
YES

Configure the Fuser mode associated
with each paper type. (This is only
necessary if you are experiencing
problems printing on certain paper
types.)
NO: The Fuser mode menu items are
not accessible.
YES: Additional items appear (see
below).
Note
To see the default Fuser mode for
each paper type, select YES, scroll
back to the Information Menu, and
print a menu map (page 3-8).

[TYPE]=
NORMAL

NORMAL
LOW
HIGH

This item appears only when

CONFIGURE FUSER MODE
MENU=YES. Most paper types are set
to NORMAL by default.
The exception is as follows:

ROUGH=HIGH
(The ROUGH=HIGH setting is only
available with A4, letter, and legal
sizes.)
For a complete list of supported paper
types, see page 1-12.

Control Panel Menus 3-11

Print Quality Menu
Some items in this menu can be accessed from a software
application, or from the printer driver (if the appropriate driver is
installed). Printer driver and software application settings override
Control Panel settings.
Table 3-8. Print Quality Menu
Item

Values

Explanation

RESOLUTION=
FASTRES 1200

300
600
FASTRES 1200
PRORES 1200

Select the resolution from the
following values:
300: Produces draft print quality at
the printer’s maximum speed (17
ppm). 300 dpi (dots per inch) is
recommended for some
bitmapped fonts and graphics, and
for compatibility with the HP
LaserJet III family of printers.
600: Produces high print quality at
the printer’s maximum speed
(17 ppm).
FASTRES 1200: Produces
optimum print quality (comparable
to 1200 dpi) at the printer’s
maximum speed (17 ppm).
PRORES 1200: Produces optimum
print quality (true 1200 dpi) at half
the printer’s maximum speed (8
ppm for the HP LaserJet 4000
printer, or at highest print quality at
engine speed for the HP LaserJet
4050 printer).
When the resolution is changed,
any downloaded resources (such
as fonts or macros) will need to be
downloaded again, unless they are
stored on an optional hard disk or
flash DIMM.
Note
It is best to change the resolution
from the printer driver or software
application. (Driver and software
settings override Control Panel
settings.)

3-12 Printer Operation

Table 3-8. Print Quality Menu (continued)
Item

Values

Explanation

RET=MEDIUM

OFF
LIGHT
MEDIUM
DARK

Use the printer’s Resolution
Enhancement technology (REt)
setting to produce print with
smooth angles, curves, and
edges.
REt does not affect print quality
when the print resolution is set to
ProRes 1200. All other print
resolutions, including
FastRes 1200, benefit from REt.
Note
It is best to change the REt setting
from the printer driver or software
application. (Driver and software
settings override Control Panel
settings.)

ECONOMODE=OFF

OFF
ON

Turn EconoMode on (to save
Toner) or off (for high quality).
EconoMode creates draft-quality
printing by reducing the amount of
Toner on the printed page by up
to 50%.
Caution
HP does not recommend full-time
use of EconoMode. (If
EconoMode is used full-time, it is
possible that the Toner supply will
outlast the mechanical parts in the
Toner cartridge.)
Note
It is best to turn EconoMode on or
off from the printer driver or
software application. (Driver and
software settings override Control
Panel settings.)

Control Panel Menus 3-13

Table 3-8. Print Quality Menu (continued)
Item

Values

Explanation

TONER DENSITY=3

1
2
3
4
5

Lighten or darken the print on the
page by changing the Toner
density setting. The settings range
from 1 (light) to 5 (dark), but the
default setting of 3 usually
produces the best results.
Use a lower Toner density setting
to save Toner.
Note
It is best to change the Toner
density from the printer driver or
software application. (Driver and
software settings override Control
Panel settings.)

CREATE
CLEANING PAGE

No value to select.

Press [Select] to print a cleaning
page (for cleaning excess Toner
from the Fuser assembly).
In order for the cleaning page to
work properly, print the page on
copier grade paper (not bond or
rough paper). Follow the
instructions on the cleaning page.

PROCESS
CLEANING PAGE

No value to select.

This item appears only after a
cleaning page has been
generated (as described above).
Press [Select] to process the
cleaning page.

3-14 Printer Operation

Printing Menu
Some items in this menu can be accessed from a software
application, or from the printer driver (if the appropriate driver is
installed). Printer driver and software application settings override
Control Panel settings.
Table 3-9. Printing Menu
Item

Values

Explanation

COPIES=1

1 TO 999

Set the default number of
copies by selecting any
number from 1 to 999. Press
[– Value +] once to change the
setting by increments of 1, or
hold down [– Value +] to scroll
by increments of 10.
Note
It is best to set the number of
copies from the printer driver or
software application. (Driver
and software settings override
Control Panel settings.)

PAPER=
LETTER
(110V printers)
or

PAPER=
A4

For supported paper sizes see Set the default image size for
page 1-12.
paper and envelopes. (The
item name will change from
paper to envelope as you scroll
through the available sizes.)

(220V printers)
and

ENVELOPE=
COM10

(110V printers)
or

ENVELOPE=
DL

(220V printers)

CONFIGURE CUSTOM
PAPER=NO

NO
YES

NO: The custom paper menu
items are not accessible.
YES: The custom paper menu
items appear (see the next
item).

Control Panel Menus 3-15

Table 3-9. Printing Menu (continued)
Item

Values

Explanation

UNIT OF MEASURE=
INCHES

INCHES
MILLIMETERS

This item appears only when

(110V printers)
or

CONFIGURE CUSTOM
PAPER=YES. Select the unit of
measurement for the custom
paper size.

MILLIMETERS
(220V printers)

X DIMENSION=
8.5 INCHES
(110V printers)
or

216 MILLIMETERS

3.00 TO 8.5 INCHES

This item appears only when

(110V printers)
or
76 to 216 MILLIMETERS
(220V printers)

CONFIGURE CUSTOM
PAPER=YES. Select the

dimension to be fed into the
printer (short edge).

5.00 TO 14.0 INCHES

This item appears only when

(220V printers)

Y DIMENSION=
14.0 INCHES
(110V printers)
or

356 MILLIMETERS

(110V printers)
or
127 to 356 MILLIMETERS
(220V printers)

CONFIGURE CUSTOM
PAPER=YES. Select the other

5 to 128

Sets vertical spacing from 5 to
128 lines for default paper size.
Press [– Value +] once to
change the setting by
increments of 1, or hold down
[– Value +] to scroll by
increments of 10.

PORTRAIT
LANDSCAPE

Determine the default
orientation of print on the page.

dimension (long edge).

(220V printers)

FORM=
60 LINES
(110V printers)
or

64 LINES

(220V printers)

ORIENTATION=
PORTRAIT

Note
It is best to set the page
orientation from the printer
driver or software application.
(Driver and software settings
override Control Panel
settings.)

3-16 Printer Operation

Table 3-9. Printing Menu (continued)
Item

Values

Explanation

PCL FONT
SOURCE=INTERNAL

INTERNAL
SOFT
SLOT 1, 2, OR 3

INTERNAL: Internal fonts.
SOFT: Permanent soft fonts.
SLOT 1, 2, or 3: Fonts stored
in one of the three DIMM slots.
Note
It is best to set the font source
from the printer driver or
software application. (Driver
and software settings override
Control Panel settings.)

PCL FONT
NUMBER=0

0 TO 999

The printer assigns a number
to each font and lists them on
the PCL Font List. The font
number appears in the Font #
column of the printout.
Note
It is best to set the font number
from the printer driver or
software application. (Driver
and software settings override
Control Panel settings.)

PCL FONT
PITCH= 12.00

0.44 TO 99.99

This item might not appear,
depending on the font
selected. Press [– Value +]
once to change setting by
increments of.01 for pitch, or
hold down [– Value +] to scroll
by increments of 1.
Note
It is best to set the font pitch
from the printer driver or
software application. (Driver
and software settings override
Control Panel settings.)

Control Panel Menus 3-17

Table 3-9. Printing Menu (continued)
Item

Values

Explanation

PCL SYMBOL
SET=PC-8

PC-8

Select any one of several
available symbol sets from the
printer’s Control Panel. A
symbol set is a unique
grouping of all the characters in
a font. PC-8 or PC-850 is
recommended for line draw
characters.

many others

Note
It is best to set the symbol set
from the printer driver or
software application. (Driver
and software settings override
Control Panel settings.)

COURIER=REGULAR

REGULAR
DARK

Select the version of Courier
font to use:
REGULAR: The internal
Courier font available on the
HP LaserJet 4 series printers.
DARK: The internal Courier font
available on the HP LaserJet III
series printers.
Both fonts are not available at
the same time.

WIDE A4=NO

NO
YES

The Wide A4 setting changes
the number of characters that
can be printed on a single line
of A4 paper.
NO: Up to 78 10-pitch
characters can be printed on
one line.
YES: Up to 80 10-pitch
characters can be printed on
one line.

3-18 Printer Operation

Table 3-9. Printing Menu (continued)
Item

Values

Explanation

APPEND CR TO LF=
NO

NO
YES

Select YES to append a
carriage return to each line
feed encountered in
backward-compatible PCL
jobs (pure text, no job control).
Some environments, such as
UNIX, indicate a new line using
only the line feed control code.
This option allows the user to
append the required carriage
return to each line feed.

PRINT PS ERRORS=OFF

OFF
ON

Select ON to print the PS error
page when PS errors occur.

Control Panel Menus 3-19

Configuration Menu
Items in this menu affect the printer’s behavior. Configure the printer
according to your printing needs.
Table 3-10. Configuration Menu
Item

Values

Explanation

POWERSAVE=
30 MINUTES

OFF
15 MINUTES
30 MINUTES
1 HOUR
2 HOURS
3 HOURS

Set the printer to enter PowerSave after it
has been idle for a specified amount of time.
Turning PowerSave off is not
recommended. The PowerSave feature
does the following:
1. Minimizes the amount of power
consumed by the printer when it is idle.
2. Reduces wear on the printer’s electronic
components. (Turns off the display’s
backlight.)
When you send a print job, press a Control
Panel key, open a paper tray, or open the
top cover, the printer automatically comes
out of PowerSave mode.
Note
PowerSave turns off the backlight on the
display, but the display is still readable.

PERSONALITY=
AUTO

AUTO
PCL
PS

3-20 Printer Operation

Select the default printer language
(personality). Possible values are
determined by which valid languages are
installed in the printer.
Normally you should not change the printer
language (the default is AUTO). If you
change it to a specific printer language, the
printer will not automatically switch from one
language to another unless specific
software commands are sent to the printer.

Table 3-10. Configuration Menu (continued)
Item

Values

Explanation

RESOURCE SAVE=
OFF

OFF
ON
AUTO

Dedicate printer memory to save each
language’s permanent resources. (You
might need to add memory to the printer in
order for this item to appear.) The amount of
memory set aside can be different for each
installed language. Some languages might
have memory set aside for resource saving
without requiring all languages to do so. Any
time the amount of memory dedicated to a
specific language is changed, all languages
will lose all saved resources, including any
unprocessed print jobs.
OFF: No language resource saving is
performed, and language-dependent
resources, such as fonts and macros, are
lost when language or resolution changes.
ON: An item will appear for each installed
language that allows the user to allocate a
particular amount of memory to that
language’s resource saving area. (See the
items below.)
AUTO: The printer automatically determines
the amount of memory to use for each
installed language’s resource saving area.

PCL MEMORY=
400K

0K and up

PS MEMORY=
400K

0K and up

This item appears only when RESOURCE
(This value depends on SAVE=ON. Select the amount of memory
the amount of installed used for saving PCL resources. Printer
memory.)
default is the minimum amount of memory
needed to perform resource saving for PCL.
Press [– Value +] to change settings by
increments of 10 (up to 100 KB) or by
increments of 100 (above 100 KB).
This item appears only when RESOURCE
(This value depends on SAVE=ON. Select the amount of memory
the amount of installed used for saving PS resources. Printer
memory.)
default is the minimum amount of memory
needed to perform resource saving for PS.
Press [– Value +] to change settings by
increments of 10 (up to 100 KB) or by
increments of 100 (above 100 KB).

Control Panel Menus 3-21

Table 3-10. Configuration Menu (continued)
Item

Values

Explanation

PAGE PROTECT=
AUTO

AUTO
ON

This item appears only after a 21

TOO COMPLEX, PRESS GO TO
CONTINUE message displays.

PAGE

Memory Enhancement technology (MEt)
attempts to guarantee that all pages will
print. If the page does not print, turn PAGE
PROTECT to ON. This might increase
chances of a 20 INSUFFICIENT

MEMORY, PRESS GO TO CONTINUE

message. If this occurs, simplify the print
job or install additional memory.

CLEARABLE
WARNINGS=JOB

JOB
ON

Set the amount of time that a clearable
warning is displayed on the printer’s Control
Panel.
JOB: Warning messages display on the
Control Panel until the end of the job from
which they were generated.
ON: Warning messages display on the
Control Panel until [Go] is pressed.

AUTO CONTINUE=
ON

ON
OFF

Determine how the printer reacts to errors.
ON: If an error occurs that prevents printing,
the message will display, and the printer will
go offline for 10 seconds before returning
online.
OFF: If an error occurs that prevents
printing, the message will remain on the
display and the printer will remain offline
until [Go] is pressed.
If the printer is on a network, you will
probably want to turn AUTO CONTINUE to
ON.

3-22 Printer Operation

Table 3-10. Configuration Menu (continued)
Item

Values

Explanation

TONER
LOW=CONTINUE

CONTINUE
STOP

Determine how the printer behaves when
Toner is low. The TONER LOW message will
first appear when the Toner Cartridge is
almost out of Toner. (About 100 to 300
sheets can still be printed.)
CONTINUE: The printer will continue to print
while the TONER LOW message is
displayed.
STOP: The printer will go offline and wait for
further action.

RAM DISK=OFF

OFF
ON
AUTO

Determine how the RAM disk is configured.
This item appears only if there is no optional
hard disk installed and the printer has at
least 8 MB of memory.
OFF: The RAM disk is disabled.
ON: The RAM disk is enabled. Configure the
amount of memory to be used through the
following item: RAM DISK SIZE.
Note
If the setting is changed from OFF to ON or
from OFF to AUTO, the printer will
automatically reinitialize when it becomes
idle.

RAM DISK
SIZE=XXXK

0K and up

Determine the size of the RAM disk. This
(This value depends on item appears if RAM DISK=ON or AUTO.
the amount of installed Press [– Value +] to change settings by
memory.)
increments of 100.
Note
This setting cannot be changed if RAM
DISK=AUTO. Changing this value will cause
the printer to reinitialize when it becomes
idle.

Control Panel Menus 3-23

Table 3-10. Configuration Menu (continued)
Item

Values

Explanation

JAM RECOVERY=
AUTO

AUTO
ON
OFF

Determine how the printer behaves when a
paper jam occurs.
AUTO: The printer automatically selects the
best mode for printer jam recovery (usually
AUTO). This is the default setting.
ON: The printer automatically reprints pages
after a paper jam is cleared.
OFF: The printer does not reprint pages
following a paper jam. Printing performance
might be increased with this setting.

MAINTENANCE
MESSAGE=OFF

OFF

This item appears only after the PERFORM
PRINTER MAINTENANCE message
displays.

OFF: The PERFORM PRINTER
MAINTENANCE message will be cleared and
will not be displayed again until the next
maintenance is due.
The message should not be turned off
unless the printer maintenance has been
performed. If the required maintenance is
not performed, the printer’s performance will
degrade.

SMALL PAPER
SPEED=NORMAL

NORMAL
SLOW

TONER LOW=CONTINUE CONTINUE
STOP

3-24 Printer Operation

Select SLOW when alternately printing
envelopes or small paper and standard
paper sizes.
Be sure to return the speed to NORMAL
when finished.
Determine how the printer behaves when
Toner is low. The TONER LOW message
will first appear when the Toner Cartridge is
almost out of Toner. (About 100 to 300
sheets can still be printed)
CONTINUE: The printer will continue to print
while the TONER LOW message is
displayed.
STOP: The printer will go offline and wait for
further action.

Table 3-10. Configuration Menu (continued)
Item

Values

Explanation

QUICK COPY
JOBS = 32

1 to 50

Specifies the number of quick copy jobs that
can be stored on the printer’s hard disk.

(HP LaserJet 4050
series printer with hard
disk installed only)

HELD JOB
TIMEOUT = OFF

1
4
1
(HP LaserJet 4050
series printer with hard 1

HOUR
HOURS
DAY
WEEK

This setting allows the user to set the
timeout value for how long a job will be
stored before it is automatically deleted
from the held job queue.

disk installed only)

CONFIGURE
PRORES 1200=NO*
(HP LaserJet 4050
series printer only)

YES
NO

This item allows the user to tell the printer
whether or not to use ProRes, which
provides 1200 dpi. If YES is selected,
another menu entry appears giving the user
the option of NORMAL or HALF speed.

Control Panel Menus 3-25

I/O Menu
Items in the I/O (input/output) Menu affect the communication
between the printer and the computer.
Table 3-11. I/O Menu
Item

Values

Explanation

I/O TIMEOUT=15

5 to 300

Select the I/O timeout period in seconds. (I/O
timeout refers to the time, measured in seconds,
that the printer waits before ending a print job.)
This setting allows you to adjust timeout for best
performance. If data from other ports appear in
the middle of your print job, increase the timeout
value.
Press [– Value +] once to change settings by
increments of 1, or hold down [– Value +] to
scroll by increments of 10.

I/O BUFFER=AUTO

AUTO
ON
OFF

Allocate memory for I/O buffering.
AUTO: The printer automatically reserves
memory for I/O buffering. Additional
configurations are not required and the
I/O BUFFER SIZE menu item does not
appear.
ON: The I/O BUFFER SIZE item appears (see
below). Specify the amount of memory to be
used for I/O buffering.
OFF: I/O buffering is not performed and the
I/O BUFFER SIZE item does not appear.
When the I/O buffer setting is changed, any
downloaded resources (such as fonts or
macros) will need to be downloaded again,
unless they are stored on an optional hard disk
or flash DIMM.

I/O BUFFER SIZE=
100K

10K and up

This item appears only when I/O BUFFER=ON.
Specify the amount of memory for I/O buffering.
The maximum amount of memory available for
I/O buffering is determined by the amount of
memory installed in the printer, the languages
installed in the printer, and by other memory
allocations that must be made.
Press [–Value +] to change settings by
increments of 10 (up to 100 KB) or by
increments of 100 (above 100 KB).

3-26 Printer Operation

Table 3-11. I/O Menu (continued)
Item

Values

Explanation

PARALLEL HIGH
SPEED=YES

YES
NO

Select the speed at which data is transmitted to
the printer.
YES: The printer accepts faster parallel
communications used for connections with
newer computers.
NO: The printer accepts slower parallel
communications used for connections with older
computers.

PARALLEL ADV
FUNCTIONS=ON

ON
OFF

Turn the bidirectional parallel communication on
or off. The default is set for a bidirectional
parallel port (IEEE-1284).
This setting allows the printer to send status
readback messages to the computer. (Turning
on the parallel advanced functions might slow
language switching.)

SERIAL
PACING=DTR/DSR

DTR/DSR
XON/XOFF

Select the type of pacing used. Pacing, or
“handshaking” allows the printer to tell the
computer when to send information. The printer
uses XON/XOFF and DTR/DSR signal protocols
rather than ETX/ACK protocol.
DTR/DSR: Select this value if your computer
requires hardware flow control (most personal
computers do).
XON/XOFF: Select this value if your computer
requires software flow control (a UNIX
workstation, for example). The SERIAL
ROBUST XON item appears (see below).

Control Panel Menus 3-27

Table 3-11. I/O Menu (continued)
Item

Values

Explanation

SERIAL ROBUST
XON=ON

ON
OFF

This item appears only when SERIAL
PACING=XON/XOFF. Select the method for
generating XONs.
ON: The printer sends an XON when the printer
is online and when sufficient buffer space is
available. If the host does not receive data within
approximately one second, the printer will
transmit additional XONs at one second
intervals until the host receives data.
OFF: The printer sends one XON when it can
accept more data or when it is online. The
printer does not send XONs every second while
the printer is online and ready for more data.

SERIAL BAUD
RATE=9600

300
600
1200
2400
4800
9600
19200
38400
57600
115200

Select the printer’s baud rate (speed at which
information is transferred) for communicating
from the computer to the printer.

SERIAL DTR
POLARITY=HIGH

HIGH
LOW

Determine whether pin #8 is high or low when
the printer is ready.
HIGH: Pin number 8 is held high when the
printer is ready.
LOW: Pin number 8 is held low when the printer
is ready.

3-28 Printer Operation

EIO Menu (Networked Printers)
EIO (enhanced input/output) Menus depend on the particular
accessory product installed in an EIO slot of the printer. If the printer
contains an HP JetDirect print server EIO card, you can configure
basic networking parameters using the EIO Menu. These and other
parameters can also be configured through HP JetAdmin.
Table 3-12. EIO Menu
Item

Values

Explanation

CFG NETWORK=NO

NO
YES

NO: The JetDirect Menu is not accessible.
YES: The JetDirect Menu appears.

NOVELL=ON

ON
OFF

Select whether the IPX/SPX protocol stack
(in Novell NetWare networks, for example) is
enabled (on) or disabled (off).

DLC/LLC=ON

ON
OFF

Select whether the DLC/LLC protocol stack is
enabled (on) or disabled (off).

TCP/IP=ON

ON
OFF

Select whether the TCP/IP protocol stack is
enabled (on) or disabled (off).

ETALK=ON

ON
OFF

Select whether the Apple EtherTalk protocol
stack is enabled (on) or disabled (off).

CFG NOVELL=NO

NO
YES

NO: The IPX/SPX Menu is not accessible.
YES: The IPX/SPX Menu appears. In the
IPX/SPX Menu, you can specify the frame
type parameter used on your network. The
default is AUTO, to automatically set and limit
the frame type to the one detected.
For Ethernet cards, frame type selections
include EN_8023, EN_II, EN_8022,
EN_SNAP.
For Token Ring cards, frame type selections
include TR_8022, TR_SNAP.
In the IPX/SPX Menu for Token Ring cards,
you can also specify NetWare Source
Routing parameters, which include SRC
RT=AUTO (default), OFF, SINGLE R, or
ALL RT.

Control Panel Menus 3-29

Table 3-12. EIO Menu (continued)
Item

Values

Explanation

CFG TCP/IP=NO

NO
YES

NO: The TCP/IP Menu is not accessible.
YES: The TCP/IP Menu appears. In the
TCP/IP Menu, you can specify BOOTP=YES
for TCP/IP parameters to be automatically
loaded from a bootp or DHCP server when
the printer is turned on. If you specify
BOOTP=NO, you can manually set selected
TCP/IP parameters from the Control Panel.
You can manually set each byte of the IP
address (IP), Subnet Mask (SM), Syslog
Server (LG), and Default Gateway (GW).
Also, you can manually set the Timeout time
period.
Note
If no IP address is assigned within the first 5
minutes, the HP JetDirect print server card
will assume a default IP address of
192.0.0.192.

CFG ETALK=NO

3-30 Printer Operation

NO
YES

NO: The EtherTalk Menu is not accessible.
YES: The EtherTalk Menu appears. In the
EtherTalk Menu you can set the AppleTalk
phase parameter (ETALK PHASE=1 OR 2)
for your network.

Resets Menu
Use this menu with caution. You can lose buffered page data or
printer configuration settings when you select these items. Only reset
the printer under the following circumstances:
●

You want to restore the printer’s default settings.

●

Communication between the printer and computer has been
interrupted.

●

You are using both the serial and parallel I/O ports, and one of the
ports is having problems.

The items in the Resets Menu will clear all memory in the printer,
while [Cancel Job] clears only the current job.
Note

Job retention features will be deleted if you do not have the hard disk
accessory. (HP LaserJet 4050 series printer only.)

Table 3-13. Resets Menu
Item

Explanation

RESET MEMORY

This item clears the printer buffer and the active
I/O input buffer, and makes the Control Panel
defaults current.
Resetting memory during a print job can result in
data loss.

RESTORE FACTORY SETTINGS

This item performs a simple reset and restores
most of the factory (default) settings. This item
also clears the input buffer for the active I/O.

RESET ACTIVE I/O CHANNEL

This item performs a simple reset and clears the
input and output buffers (for the active I/Os only).

RESET ALL I/O CHANNELS

This item performs a simple reset and clears the
input and output buffers for all I/Os.

Control Panel Menus 3-31

Service Mode
Service Mode should be used only by authorized service personnel.
While in Service Mode, you can:
●

Verify and set the page count and serial number. These are
displayed on the Configuration Page.

●

Set the Cold Reset Default. (This sets the factory default paper
size to either Letter or A4).

●

Turn the diagnostic functions on or off (for software developers
only).

●

Clear the Event Log.

●

Set the interval at which the PERFORM PRINTER MAINTENANCE
message appears on the Control Panel.

To enter Service Mode:
1

Hold down [Select] and [Cancel Job] while turning on the printer
until all of the lights on the Control Panel are lit. (If the Control
Panel reads INITIALIZING, the keys were released too soon.)

2

Press the right side of the [Menu] key, then press [Select]. The
message SERVICE MODE is displayed. To exit the Service Mode
press [Go].

3-32 Printer Operation

Service Menu

Figure 3-2

Service Menu

Setting the Page Count, Maintenance Count,
and Serial Number
The page count and printer serial number are stored in non-volatile
memory. If it is necessary to replace the Formatter PCA, the page
count should be set to the current value to reflect the age of the Print
Engine. The procedure for setting the serial number is similar to
setting the page count.
Note

Before replacing the Formatter PCA, print a Configuration Page to
verify the current page count and serial number of the printer, if
possible. Use the information on the Configuration Page to reset the
page count and printer serial number for the new Formatter PCA.

Service Mode 3-33

Page Count
The page count stored in NVRAM and displayed on the Configuration
Page printout represents the number of pages which the printer has
printed (excluding engine test prints). If it becomes necessary to
repair a printer by installing a new Formatter, the page count must be
reset so that it represents the age of the printer’s engine rather than
the age of the Formatter.
The page count value is changed using a different method than is
used for other Control Panel values. Instead of increasing the entire
value by increments, each digit can be selected and modified
individually. The following Control Panel keys are used to modify the
page count value:

[Select]

[Value +]

[– Value]

Enters any changes to the current digit and advances the
cursor one digit to the right. If the last digit is currently
selected, pressing the [Select] key wraps the cursor
around to the first digit.
Increases the value of the currently selected digit by one.
Pressing [Value +] when 9 is the value of the currently
selected digit will change the value of the digit to 0.
Decreases the value of the currently selected digit by one.
Pressing [– Value] when 0 is the value of the currently
selected digit will change the value of the digit to 9.

Table 3-14 shows the sequence of keystrokes used to change the
page count from a value of 000000 to a value of 0010480.

Table 3-14. Changing the Page Count
Key Press

Display

Description

SERVICE MODE
[Menu+]

SERVICE MENU

Enter the SERVICE

[Item+]

PAGES=0000000 *

Advance to the first item in the SERVICE
MENU.

[Select]

PAGES=0000000 *

Advance the cursor one digit to the right.

3-34 Printer Operation

MENU.

Table 3-14. Changing the Page Count (continued)
Key Press

Display

Description

[Select]

PAGES=0000000 *

Advance the cursor one digit to the right.

[Value +]

PAGES=0010000 *

Increase the value of the third digit by one.

[Select]

PAGES=0010000 *

Enter the change to the third digit and
advance the cursor one digit to the right.

[Select]

PAGES=0010000 *

Advance the cursor one digit to the right.

[Value +]
(4 presses)

PAGES=0010400 *

Increase the value of the fifth digit by four.

[Select]

PAGES=0010400 *

Enter the change to the fifth digit and
advance the cursor one digit to the right.

[– Value]
(2 presses)

PAGES=0010480 *

Decrease the value of the sixth digit by two.

[Select]
(2 presses)

PAGES=0010480 *

Enter the change to the sixth digit and
advance the cursor one digit to the right
causing the cursor to wrap around to the first
digit.

[Go]

To exit.

Maintenance Page Count
The maintenance page count should be reset only after a
maintenance kit has been installed.
This will reset the maintenance counter so that the message PERFORM
PRINTER MAINTENANCE will display another 200,000 pages later
(default).
●

Hold down the [– Item] and [– Value] keys.

●

Turn the printer on.

●

Wait for RESET MAINTENANCE COUNT to be displayed and then
release both keys.
Service Mode 3-35

MAINTENANCE COUNT in the Service Mode Menu sets the page count
interval at which the next service is due for the printer. This is set
initially at the factory to 200,000 pages. (For example, the message
displays at 200,000 pages. If the Printer Maintenance Kit is installed
at 200,114 pages, the message displays 200,000 pages later, at
400,114 pages.) Editing this number is similar to editing the PAGES
item above.

Serial Number
If a Formatter is replaced, then the printer serial number must be
reentered. Editing this number is similar to editing the PAGES item
above.

Cold Reset Paper
The default paper size is stored in NVRAM and when the printer is
cold reset, the default paper size is set to the factory setting. Possible
values are COLD RESET PAPER=LETTER and COLD RESET PAPER=A4.
When replacing the Formatter in countries that use A4 rather than
letter size paper, set the cold reset paper size to A4.

Diagnostics
This menu item enables or disables the use of the firmware diagnostic
features. Possible values are DIAGNOSTICS=OFF* and
DIAGNOSTICS=ON. When enabled, the diagnostic features are
accessible when the printer is in the online READY state by pressing
the [Select] key.
Note

This feature is for developers only.

Clear Event Log
This item allows the internal Event Log to be cleared.

3-36 Printer Operation

Testing the Printer
When you print a Configuration Page, the printer checks its internal
controller and I/O interface, and then prints a test page. You can
review the Configuration Page printout to verify proper installation of
such options as paper trays or printer languages. For more
information, see page 7-52.

Engine Test
The engine test print can be used to verify that the Print Engine is
functioning correctly. For more information, see page 7-11.

Testing the Printer 3-37

Resetting the Printer
Cold Reset
Cold reset clears all data from the printer memory and sets all the
defaults back to the factory settings.
CAUTION

Performing a Cold Reset resets the HP JetDirect configuration. To avoid
making changes to your configuration, remove the HP JetDirect card
before performing a cold reset.
If possible, print a Configuration Page prior to performing a Cold Reset.
This will document current settings for later reference.
To perform a Cold Reset:
1

Turn off the printer.

2

While pressing [Go], turn the printer on. COLD RESET appears
briefly on the display, then INITIALIZING appears. After a few
seconds, RESTORING FACTORY SETTINGS appears on the display,
followed by OFFLINE. The cold reset is complete.

3

Press [Go] to return the printer online. READY appears on the
display.

Clearing NVRAM
This procedure will clean up the NVRAM by removing old areas that
are not being used.
1

Turn off the printer.

2

While pressing [Cancel Job] turn the printer on. CLEANUP NVRAM
appears briefly on the display, followed by INITIALIZING. After a
few seconds READY appears.

3-38 Printer Operation

System Configuration
MS-DOS System Configuration
To communicate properly with the printer, the MS-DOS environment
requires the addition or modification of MODE commands in the
AUTOEXEC.BAT file. Add or modify the MODE command(s),
depending on the interface configuration, as follows:

Parallel DOS Commands
Most IBM and AT compatible computers default to a parallel printer
port. To ensure that information is sent to your parallel printer port,
type the following MS-DOS command at your MS-DOS prompt or
include it in your AUTOEXEC.BAT file:
MODE LPT1: , , P
For MS-DOS version 4.0 and above, enter:
MODE LPT1: , , B
Note

This example assumes that you are using parallel printer port LPT1. If
you are using LPT2 or LPT3, replace LPT1 in the example with the
printer port that you are using.
Since the MODE command is an external MS-DOS command (a
program named MODE.COM is run when the MODE command is
invoked), the program file must be contained in the root directory, or in
a directory specified in a preceding PATH command in the
AUTOEXEC.BAT file.
After changing the AUTOEXEC.BAT file, reboot the computer to
initiate the changes.

System Configuration 3-39

Serial MS-DOS Commands
Most IBM compatible computers default to a parallel printer port. To
ensure that information is sent to the serial printer port, type the
following MS-DOS commands at the MS-DOS prompt, or include
them in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file.
MODE COM1: 9600, N, 8, 1, P
MODE LPT1: =COM1
For MS-DOS version 4.0 or above, enter:
MODE COM1: 9600, N, 8, 1, B
MODE LPT1: =COM1
Note

These examples assume that you are using serial printer port COM1.
If you are using COM2 or COM3, replace COM1 with the printer port
that you are using.
Since the MODE command is an external MS-DOS command (a
program named MODE.COM is run when the MODE command is
invoked), the program file must be contained either in the root
directory or in a directory specified in a preceding PATH command in
the AUTOEXEC.BAT file.
After changing the AUTOEXEC.BAT file, reboot the computer to
initiate the changes.

3-40 Printer Operation

Printer I/O Configuration
Parallel Menu
The default setting for the HIGH SPEED PARALLEL I/O is YES. If it is
set to NO, the interface runs at a slower speed that is compatible with
older computers. When the default is set to YES, the parallel interface
runs at a higher rate supported by newer computers.

Advanced Functions
The ADVANCED FUNCTIONS feature of the printer enables bidirectional
communications between the printer and the host. The default setting
is ON. This default setting (ON) must be active in order to use
HP LaserJet Explorer, the Windows® Printing System, and other
software applications and drivers.

Serial Configuration
Use RS-232C serial configuration when the printer is located 11 to 50
feet (3.35 to 15.24 meters) from the computer. If you need to locate
the printer between 51 and 2000 feet (15.54 and 610 meters) from the
computer, use an RS-422A serial configuration.
Serial I/O settings must be configured correctly for proper serial
communication.

Serial Protocol
When printing with a serial configuration, the same protocol must be
set on both the printer and the computer. Protocol on the printer is set
by changing the Control Panel settings. Protocol on the computer is
set by using DOS commands. The default protocol settings are
described below.

BAUD Rate
The BAUD RATE setting tells the printer how fast information is
transferred to and from the computer. The default setting is
BAUD RATE=9600*.

Printer I/O Configuration 3-41

Pacing (Handshaking)
Pacing (or “handshaking”) is a type of communication between the
printer and the computer. This is an important setting in the printer
because it allows the printer to tell the computer when to send
information. If the printer is unable to receive information, for
example, when the print buffer is full or when the printer is out of
paper, a signal is sent to the computer to stop sending information.
When the printer is able to resume receiving information, it sends
another signal to the computer to send more data.
Pacing is set through the Control Panel’s I/O Menu. Two types of
handshaking are supported by the printer:
●

Select DTR/DSR through the I/O Menu’s PACING item if the
computer requires hardware flow control (most personal
computers do). Through the I/O Menu’s DTR POLARITY item, the
DTR polarity can be set to High or Low. The default is DTR
POLARITY=HI.

●

Select XON/XOFF through the I/O Menu’s PACING item if the
computer requires software flow control (for example, if you are
using a UNIX workstation). Note that status readback messages
are not paced when XON/XOFF is selected. Through the I/O
Menu’s ROBUST XON item, Robust Xon can be set to ON (the
default) or OFF. Note that the ROBUST XON item only appears
under the I/O Menu if XON/XOFF is selected.

3-42 Printer Operation

4

Printer Maintenance

Overview
This chapter discusses the following:
●

Cleaning the Printer and Accessories

●

Preventative Maintenance

Overview 4-1

Cleaning the Printer and Accessories
To maintain high print quality and performance, thoroughly clean the
printer and the paper handling accessories:
●

Every time you change the Toner Cartridge (run a cleaning page).

●

After printing approximately 10,000 pages.

●

Whenever print quality problems occur.

Clean the outside surfaces with a lightly water-dampened cloth. Clean
the inside parts as indicated in Table 4-1. Observe the warning and
caution below.
WARNING!

Before you begin these steps, turn the printer off and unplug all power
cords to avoid shock hazard.
Be careful when cleaning around the Fusing Assembly area. It may be
hot.

CAUTION

To avoid permanent damage to the Toner Cartridge, do not use
ammonia-based cleaners on or around the printer.
Do not touch the Transfer Roller. Skin oils on the roller can reduce print
quality. If Toner gets on your clothes, wipe it off with a dry cloth and
wash your clothes in cold water. Hot water sets Toner into fabric.

Figure 4-1

Location of the Transfer Roller – Do Not Touch!

4-2 Printer Maintenance

Table 4-1. Cleaning the Printer
Component

Cleaning Method / Notes

Outside Covers

Use a water-dampened cloth. Do not use solvents or
ammonia-based cleaners.

Inside General

With a dry lint-free cloth, wipe any dust, spilled Toner, and paper
particles from the paper path area, the Registration Roller, and the
Toner Cartridge cavity.

Paper Pickup, Feed, and
Separation Rollers

Use a water-dampened, lint-free cloth.

Separation Pad

Use a dry, lint-free cloth.

Registration Roller

Use a dry, lint-free cloth.

Transfer Roller

Use a dry, lint-free cloth. DO NOT TOUCH with your fingers.

Fuser

Use a water-dampened, lint-free cloth.

Cleaning the Printer and Accessories 4-3

Using the Printer Cleaning Page
If Toner specks appear on the front or back side of your print jobs,
follow the procedure below.
From the printer’s Control Panel, do the following:

Note

1

Press [Menu] until PRINT QUALITY MENU appears.

2

Press [Item] until CREATE CLEANING PAGE appears.

3

Press [Select] to create the cleaning page.

4

Follow the instructions on the cleaning page to complete the
cleaning process.

In order for the cleaning page to work properly, print the page on copier
grade paper (not bond or rough paper).
You might need to create a cleaning page more than once. When
Toner has been cleaned from the Fuser Assembly, shiny black spots
will appear on the page’s black strip.
To ensure good print quality with certain types of paper, use the
cleaning page every time the Toner Cartridge is replaced. If the
cleaning page is frequently needed, try a different type of paper.

Cleaning Spilled Toner
Defective Toner Cartridges can develop leaks. Also, after a paper jam
has occurred, there may be some Toner remaining on the rollers and
guides inside the printer. The pages that print immediately after the
jam may pick up this Toner.
Clean spilled Toner with a cloth dampened with cold water. Do not
touch the Transfer Roller with the damp cloth or with your fingers.
Do not use a vacuum cleaner unless it is equipped with a micro-fine
particle filter.

4-4 Printer Maintenance

Preventative Maintenance
The preventative maintenance cycle for this printer is every 200,000
pages. To order the maintenance kit see page 8-2. The kit contains
the following replacement parts:
●

One Fuser

●

One Transfer Roller

●

One Tray 1 Roller

●

Three Feed Rollers

●

Three Separation Rollers

Refer to the instructions included in the kit for detailed replacement
procedures.

Reset Maintenance Count
After the PM kit has been installed, reset the maintenance count.
1

Turn the printer off.

2

While pressing [– Item] and [– Value] turn the printer on.

RESET MAINTENANCE COUNT appears, followed by INITIALIZING.
After a few seconds READY appears.

Preventative Maintenance 4-5

Expected Life of Components
The following table shows the expected life of certain components in
the printer. To order parts, see Chapter 8.
Table 4-2. Life of Components for the HP LaserJet 4000 and 4050 Series Printer
No.

Part name

Part No.

1

Tray 1 Pickup Roller

RG5-3718-000CN

1

100,000 pages

2

Tray Feed Roller

RF5-2490-000CN

1

200,000 pages

3

Tray Separation Roller

RF5-2490-000CN

1

200,000 pages

4

Tray 1 Separation Pad

RG5-2655-000CN
(Tray 1 Pickup
Assembly)

1

200,000 pages

5

Tray 1 Pickup Solenoid

RH7-5172-000CN

1

200,000 pages

6

Fuser
100-127V
220-240V

C4118-69003
C4118-69004

1
1

200,000 pages
200,000 pages

7

Transfer Charging Roller

RG5-4283-000CN

1

200,000 pages

8

Cooling Fan

RH7-1335-000CN

1

25,000 hours

9

Duplexer Exhaust Fan

RH7-1361-000CN

1

25,000 hours

4-6 Printer Maintenance

Quantity

Expected Life

5

Functional Information

Overview
This chapter presents a generalized functional overview of the printer
and the printing processes. This chapter discusses the following
printer systems:
●

Power Supply System

●

Engine Controller System

●

Formatter System

●

Image Formation System

●

Paper Feed System

●

Basic Sequence of Operation

Overview 5-1

Power Supply System
AC/DC Power Distribution
AC power is supplied to the low-voltage power supply circuit in the
Engine Controller Board when the power switch (SW1) is turned on.
The low-voltage power supply circuit supplies +24 VDC and +3.3
VDC required for the printer.
+24 VDC is supplied to drive the main motor, scanner motor and fan,
and to the high-voltage power supply. +3.3 VDC is used for sensors
and ICs on the engine controller board. +24 VDC is divided into +24
VA which is normally supplied from the low-voltage power circuit, and
+24VB which is interrupted when the door switch (SW101) turns off
by opening the upper cover.

Figure 5-1

Low-voltage Power Supply Circuit
If a short-circuit or other problems on the load side cause an
excessive current flow from the +24VDC, or +3.3 VDC power supplies
or generate abnormal voltage, the excess-current protection system
and excess-voltage protection system automatically shut off the
output voltage to protect the power supplies.
If the protection systems are activated and the power supply circuit
does not output DC voltage, it is necessary to turn the printer off,
correct the problem in the faulty load, then turn the printer on again.
The circuit has two fuses which break the circuit and cut off the output
voltage if excess current flows through the AC line.

5-2 Functional Information

Overcurrent Overvoltage Protection
The Fusing Heater Safety Circuit is located on the Engine Controller
Board, and constantly monitors the fusing temperature.
In case of abnormality, the output from this circuit turns off the relay
(RL101) and interrupts the power to the fusing heater.
If an increase in the temperature of the Fusing Heater causes the
Thermistor Output voltage to exceed about 1.2V (240° C), the output
of pin #13 of the comparator (IC301) becomes “L”.
When the output of pin #14 becomes “L” and Q302 is turned off, the
relay (RL101) is turned off.
To protect the Fuser from excessive voltages, the printer has the
following three protective functions:
●

The CPU monitors the voltage of TH901. If it is abnormal, the
CPU assesses fusing heater failure and turns off the relay
(RL101). At the same time, it reports the fusing heater failure to
the Formatter.

●

If the temperature of the fusing heater rises abnormally and the
voltage of TH901 falls below about 1.2V (240° C), the fusing
heater’s safety circuit interrupts the power to the fusing heater,
regardless of CPU outputs.

●

If the temperature of the fusing heater rises abnormally and the
temperature of the Thermal Fuse exceeds about 230° C, the
temperature fuse melts, which interrupts the power to the fusing
heater.

Power Supply System 5-3

High-voltage Power Distribution

Figure 5-2

Engine Controller Board
In response to the instructions from the microprocessor (CPU:IC 501)
on the Engine Controller Board, this circuit applies the superimposed
voltage of DC voltage and AC voltage to the primary charging roller
and Developing Cylinder, and a positive or negative DC voltage to the
transfer charging roller.
According to the image density information sent from the Formatter,
this circuit varies the primary DC bias and developing DC bias to
adjust the image density.

5-4 Functional Information

Toner Cartridge Detection
The Toner Cartridge has a Toner sensor. The circuit compares the
output value of the developing AC bias and the output value from the
antenna inside the Cartridge, and outputs the Toner detection signal.
The CPU detects the remaining Toner level and the presence of the
Cartridge when the developing bias is applied to the Developing
Cylinder. The remaining Toner level is always detected when the
developing bias is applied. The presence of the Cartridge is detected
only when the developing bias is applied during the initial rotation.

Power Supply System 5-5

Engine Controller System
The following systems and functions are controlled by the engine
controller board:
●

DC power distribution (+3.3V DC, +5V DC, +24VA)

●

Laser and scanner drive

●

Paper motion monitoring and control (photosensors and flags)

●

Clutches (tray pickup and Tray 1 feed)

●

Engine Test

●

Motors (main drive, scanner, and fans)

The operation sequences of this printer are controlled by the CPU of
this circuit. When the power switch of the printer is turned on and the
printer enters the standby mode, the CPU outputs the signals to drive
the loads such as Laser Diode, motors, and solenoids, based on the
print commands and the image data input from the external device.

5-6 Functional Information

Figure 5-3

Engine Controller Board

Engine Controller System 5-7

Engine Controller Board Inputs and Outputs

Figure 5-4

Engine Controller Board I/O (1 of 4)

5-8 Functional Information

Figure 5-5

Engine Controller Board I/O (2 of 4)

Engine Controller System 5-9

Figure 5-6

Engine Controller Board I/O (3 of 4)

5-10 Functional Information

Figure 5-7

Engine Controller Board I/O (4 of 4)

Engine Controller System 5-11

Laser and Scanner Drive
Based on information received from the Formatter, the Engine
Controller Board sends signals to the Laser Scanner Assembly to
modulate the Laser Diode on and off and to drive the Laser Scanner
motor. See “Image Formation System” on page 5-22 for more
information.

Paper Motion Monitoring and Control
The Engine Controller Board controls paper motion by continuously
monitoring the various Paper Sensors and coordinating paper
movement with the other print processes. For more information, see
“Paper Feed System” on page 5-33.

Solenoids, Sensors, Clutches, and Switches
See “Engine Controller Board Inputs and Outputs” on page 5-8.

Engine Test Print
See “Engine Test” on page 7-11.

5-12 Functional Information

Motors
See “Timing Diagram” on page 5-50 for specific timing details for the
printer motors.
The Main Motor, MT1, is controlled by the Engine Controller Board.
The Main Motor drives the Main Gear Assembly and rotates during
the initial rotation period (following power-on), the print period, the last
rotation period, or whenever the printer’s Top Cover is opened and
closed.

Figure 5-8

Main Motor Control
The Main Motor is a DC brushless motor and is unified with the motor
drive circuit.
The CPU (IC501) sets the Main Motor Drive signal (/MON) to “L” and
rotates the Main Motor. When the HP LaserJet 4000 series printer is
printing at 1200 dpi, the CPU sets the main motor rotation switching
signal (/HALF) to “L” and decreases the rotation speed of the Main
Motor to half. The HP LaserJet 4050 prints 1200 dpi at engine speed.

Engine Controller System 5-13

The Scanner Motor is controlled and monitored by the Engine
Controller Board. It rotates the Scanner Mirror during the initial
rotation period and the print period.
The Fan Motor is controlled and monitored by the Engine Controller
Board. The fan operates at full speed during the printing modes. The
Fan turns off in PowerSave mode after the Fuser cools down.

5-14 Functional Information

Formatter System
The Formatter PCA is responsible for the following:
●

Controlling the PowerSave mode

●

Receiving and processing print data from the various printer
interfaces

●

Monitoring Control Panel inputs and relaying printer status
information (through the Control Panel and the bidirectional I/O)

●

Developing and coordinating data placement and timing with the
print engine

●

Storing font information

●

Communicating with the host computer through the Bidirectional
Interface

The Formatter PCA receives a print job from the Bidirectional
Interface and separates it into image information and instructions
which control the printing process. The Engine Controller Board
synchronizes the Image Formation System with the Paper Input and
Output systems, and then signals the Formatter to send the print
image data.
The Formatter PCA also provides the electrical interface and
mounting locations for two EIO cards, additional memory DIMMs, and
the Hard Disk accessory, and the HP Fast InfraRed Receiver
(HP LaserJet 4050 series printer only).

PowerSave
This feature (accessed from the Configuration Menu) conserves
power by shutting down the Fuser and Exhaust Fans after the printer
has been idle for an adjustable period of time. The printer retains all
printer settings, downloaded fonts, and macros while in PowerSave
mode. The default setting is POWERSAVE ON, with a 30 minute idle
time. (PowerSave can also be turned OFF from the Control Panel.)
The printer exits PowerSave mode and enters the warm-up cycle
when any of the following occurs:
●

A print job, valid data, or a PML or PJL command is received at
the parallel port, serial port, FIR port, and EIO card

●

A Control Panel key is pressed

●

The Top Cover is opened and then closed

●

A paper tray is opened and then closed

●

The Engine Test button is pressed
Formatter System 5-15

Note

Printer error messages override the PowerSave message. The printer
will enter PowerSave mode at the appropriate time, but the error
message will continue to be displayed.

Resolution Enhancement technology (REt)
The Formatter PCA contains circuitry for Resolution Enhancement
technology (REt), which modifies the standard video dot data on its
way to the Engine Controller Board to produce “smoothed”
black-to-white boundaries. REt can be turned on or off from the
Control Panel, or from some software applications. The default setting
is medium.
Note

REt settings sent from software applications or printer drivers override
the Control Panel settings.

EconoMode
The EconoMode setting uses up to 50% less Toner than standard
mode printing by reducing the dot density. However, EconoMode
does not extend Toner Cartridge component life. EconoMode, which
can be thought of as “draft mode” can be selected from the Control
Panel (Print Quality Menu) and through some software applications
and printer drivers. The default setting is off.
Note

EconoMode does not affect print speed, memory usage, nor extend
the Toner Cartridge’s life.

5-16 Functional Information

Input/Output
Parallel Interface
The Formatter PCA receives incoming data through its Bidirectional
Interface (IEEE 1284). The I/O provides high speed and two way
communication between the printer and the host, allowing the user to
change printer settings and monitor printer status from the host
computer. The user may configure the HIGH SPEED item in the Control
Panel Menu. The default setting, YES, allows the I/O to run at the
higher speeds supported by most newer computers. When set to NO,
the parallel interface runs at the slower mode that is compatible for
older computers. The user may also configure the ADVANCED
FUNCTIONS item. The default setting, ON, allows for two way parallel
communications. The OFF mode disables the advanced functionality.
The I/O is compatible with the Bidirectional Parallel Interface
standard.

Expanded I/O
The optional Expanded I/O card can be installed in the slots provided
on the Formatter PCA. It provides automatic I/O switching between
multiple computers or networks connected to the printer. The network
versions for the HP LaserJet 4000 series printers include LocalTalk
and the HP JetDirect Multi-protocol Network Card with
Ethernet/10Base-T and 10Base-2. The network versions for the
HP LaserJet 4050 series printers include the HP JetDirect Print Server
with 10/100 Base TX.

HP Fast InfraRed Receiver
The HP Fast InfraRed Receiver enables wireless printing from any
iRDA-compliant portable device (such as a laptop computer) to the
HP LaserJet 4050, 4050 N, 4050 T, or 4050 TN printer.
The printing connection is maintained by positioning the sending
infrared port within operating range. Note that the connection can be
blocked by objects such as a hand, paper, direct sunlight, or any
bright light shining into either infrared port.

Flash
Flash is provided in optional 2 MB and 4 MB flash memory DIMMs for
storing forms, fonts, and signatures.

Formatter System 5-17

Disk
The disk accessory is mounted on the rear of the Formatter PCA. The
optional greater than 1 GB EIO-based hard drive is used for creating
multiple original prints (mopies) and storing forms, fonts, and
signatures.

Local Talk I/O
The printer implements AppleTalk networking protocol through
LocalTalk hardware. The LocalTalk network cable (HP P/N 92215N) is
connected through the EIO card. The LocalTalk hardware is an
optional feature for the HP LaserJet 4000, 4000 T, and 4050 series
printers. The LocalTalk hardware is bundled with the HP LaserJet
4000 N/TN printers.

CPU
The HP LaserJet 4000 series printer’s Formatter PCA incorporates a
100MHz RISC processor. The HP LaserJet 4050 series printer’s
Formatter PCA incorporates a 133MHz RISC processor.

Printer Memory
Note

If the printer encounters difficulty managing available memory, a
clearable warning message will be displayed on the Control Panel.
Some printer messages are affected by the Auto Continue and
Clearable Warning settings from the Configuration Menu in the printer’s
Control Panel. If CLEARABLE WARNING=JOB is set on the Control Panel,
warning messages display on the Control Panel until the end of the job
from which they were generated. If CLEARABLE WARNING=ON is set,
warning messages display on the Control Panel until [Go] is pressed.
If an error occurs that prevents printing and AUTO CONTINUE=ON is set,
the printer goes offline for 10 seconds before it returns online. If AUTO
CONTINUE=OFF is set, the message displays until [Go] is pressed.

Read Only Memory (ROM)
Besides storing microprocessor control programs, the ROM stores
dot patterns of internal character sets (fonts).

5-18 Functional Information

Random Access Memory (RAM)
The RAM contains the page and I/O buffers and the font storage area.
It stores printing and font information received from the host system,
and can also serve to temporarily store a full page of print image data
before the data is sent to the print engine (see “Page Protect” below).
RAM memory capacities for each printer are shown in “Printer
Features” on page 1-2. Memory capacity can be increased by adding
DIMMs to the Formatter PCA. Note that adding memory (DIMMs)
may also increase the print speed of complex graphics.

DIMM Slots
The DIMM slots may be used to add memory, fonts, or firmware
upgrades. Note that DIMMs and SIMMS are not compatible.

Non-Volatile Memory (NVRAM)
The printer uses NVRAM to store I/O and information on the print
environment’s configuration. The contents of NVRAM are retained
when the printer is turned off or disconnected.

Memory Enhancement technology (MEt)
The Hewlett-Packard Memory Enhancement technology (MEt)
effectively doubles the standard memory through a variety of font and
data compression methods.
Note

MEt is only available in PCL mode; it is not functional when printing in
PS mode.

Formatter System 5-19

Page Protect
Page complexity (rules, complex graphics, or dense text) may exceed
the printer’s ability to create the page image fast enough to keep pace
with the image formation process. If Page Protect is disabled, and a
page is too complex, it may print in parts (for example, the top half on
one page and the bottom half on the next page). Some print data loss
is likely in these instances, and the printer will display the 21 PAGE
TOO COMPLEX error message, alternating with PRESS GO TO
CONTINUE.
Page Protect allows the Formatter to create the entire page image in
page buffer memory before physically moving the paper through the
printer. This process ensures that the entire page will be printed.
Page Protect applies only to PCL printing. The default setting is Auto.

PJL Overview
Printer Job Language (PJL) is an integral part of configuration, in
addition to the standard Printer Command Language (PCL). With
standard cabling, PJL allows the printer to perform functions such as:
●

Two-way communication with the host computer through a
Bidirectional Parallel Connection. The printer can tell the host
such things as the Control Panel settings, and it allows the
Control Panel settings to be changed from the host.

●

Dynamic I/O switching allows the printer to be configured with a
host on each I/O. The printer can receive data from more than
one I/O simultaneously, until the I/O buffer is full. This can occur
even when the printer is offline.

●

Context-sensitive switching allows the printer to automatically
recognize the personalities (PS or PCL) of each job and configure
itself to serve that personality.

●

Isolation of print environment settings from one print job to the
next. For example, if a print job is sent to the printer in landscape
mode, the subsequent print jobs print in landscape only if they are
formatted for landscape printing.

5-20 Functional Information

PML
PML is a Printer Management Language that allows remote
configuration and status readback through the I/O ports.

Control Panel
The Formatter PCA sends and receives printer status and command
data via a Control Panel PCA. See “Using the Control Panel” on page
3-2, and “Printer Messages” on page 7-17 for more information.

Formatter System 5-21

Image Formation System
The image formation system is the main system in the printer. It
consists of six stages:
1. Cleaning
2. Conditioning
3. Writing

4. Developing
5. Transferring
6. Fusing

When the Formatter Board sends the print signal to the Engine
Controller Board, it drives the Main Motor to rotate the Photosensitive
Drum, the Developing Cylinder, the Primary Charging Roller, and the
Transfer Charging Roller.
The Primary Charging Roller places a uniform negative charge on the
surface of the Photosensitive Drum. The laser beam modulated by
the video signal is illuminated on the Photosensitive Drum surface to
form the latent image on the Drum with the Laser Diode.
The latent image formed on the Photosensitive Drum is changed to a
visual image by the Toner on the Developing Cylinder, then
transferred to the paper by the Transfer Charging Roller. The residual
Toner on the Photosensitive Drum surface is scraped down with the
cleaning blade. The potential on the Drum is uniformed by the
Primary Charging Roller to prepare for a new latent image.
The Cartridge has a Toner sensor that detects the remaining Toner
level and the presence of the Cartridge.
If the Toner in the Cartridge becomes lower than the specified level or
if there is no Cartridge in the printer, it is reported to the Formatter.

5-22 Functional Information

Figure 5-9

Image Formation System
After the image has been transferred to the paper, it is then fused
onto the paper by heat and pressure at the Fuser.

Image Formation System 5-23

Toner Cartridge

Figure 5-10

Toner Cartridge
A major portion of the Image Formation System is contained in the
Cartridge as shown in the figure above.
The Toner Cartridge is the “heart” of the Image Formation System. It
houses the cleaning, conditioning, and developing steps of the
process. The Toner Cartridge contains the photosensitive Drum,
primary charging roller, developing station, Toner cavity, and cleaning
station. Including these components that wear, degrade, or are
consumed in the replaceable Toner Cartridge eliminates the need for
a service call when replacement is required.
The printer also has a new Cartridge drive system that minimizes
banding, with more constant paper speed.

5-24 Functional Information

Photosensitive Drum
The special properties of the Photosensitive Drum allow an image to
be formed on the Drum surface and then transferred to paper. The
Drum is an aluminum cylinder. The outside of the cylinder is coated
with a layer of organic-photoconductive material (OPC) which is
non-toxic. The OPC material has properties similar to a
photo-resistor. It becomes electrically conductive when exposed to
light. (The negative charges deposited on the Drum are conducted to
the ground potential of the Drum base.) Areas not exposed to light
remain non-conductive and maintain their negative charge. The
aluminum base of the photosensitive Drum is electrically connected
to ground potential.

Figure 5-11

Photosensitive Drum

Image Formation System 5-25

Cleaning the Drum
The cleaning blade is in contact with the surface of the Drum at all
times. As the Drum rotates during printing, excess Toner is stored in
the waste Toner receptacle.

Figure 5-12

Cleaning the Drum

5-26 Functional Information

Conditioning the Drum
After the Drum is cleaned, it must be conditioned. This process
consists of applying a uniform negative charge on the surface of the
Drum with the Primary Charging Roller. The Primary Charging Roller
is coated with conductive rubber with an AC bias applied to erase any
residual charges and maintain a constant Drum surface to create a
uniform negative potential on the Drum surface. The amount of DC
voltage is modified by the print density setting.

Figure 5-13

Primary Charging Roller

Image Formation System 5-27

Writing the Image
During the writing process, a modulated Laser Diode projects the
beam onto the rotating six-sided Scanning Mirror. As the mirror
rotates, the beam reflects off the mirror, through a set of focusing
lenses, through a slot in the rear of the Toner Cartridge, and onto the
Photosensitive Drum. The beam sweeps the Drum from left to right,
discharging the negative potential wherever the beam strikes the
surface. This creates a latent electrostatic image, which later is
developed into a visible image.

Figure 5-14

Writing the Image
Because the beam is sweeping the entire length of the Drum and the
Drum is rotating, the entire surface area of the Drum can be covered.
The speed of the Scanner Motor (which turns the Scanning Mirror)
and the speed of the Main Motor (which turns the Drum) are
synchronized, and each successive sweep of the beam is offset by
1/1200th of an inch. The beam can be turned on and off to place a dot
of light every 1/1200th of an inch. This is how the printer achieves its
1200x1200 dpi resolution. After the writing process, the Drum surface
has an invisible (latent) electrostatic image.
At the end of each sweep, the beam strikes the Beam Detect Lens,
generating the Beam Detect Signal (BD). The BD signal is sent to the
Engine Controller Board, where it is converted to an electrical signal
used to synchronize the output of data (/VDO) for one sweep (scan
line) and to diagnose problems with the Laser Diode or Scanner
Motor.

5-28 Functional Information

Developing the Image
The developing process develops the latent electrostatic image into a
visible image on the Drum. The Developing Unit consists of a metallic
cylinder that rotates around a fixed magnetic core inside the Toner
cavity. Toner is a powdery substance made of black plastic resin
bound to iron particles, which is uniformly attracted to the magnetic
core of the cylinder.
The Toner particles obtain a negative surface charge by rubbing
against the Developing Cylinder which is connected to a negative DC
supply. The negatively charged Toner is attached to the discharged
(exposed, grounded) areas. An AC potential is applied to the
Developing Cylinder to decrease the attraction between the Toner
and the magnetic core of the cylinder, and to increase the repelling
action of the Toner against the areas of the Drum not exposed to laser
light. This AC potential improves density and contrast.

Figure 5-15

Developing the Image
The Print Density Control in the Control Panel Menu adjusts the DC
bias of the Developing Cylinder by changing the force of attraction
between the Toner and Drum. A change in the DC bias causes either
more or less Toner to be attracted to the Drum, which in turn either
increases or decreases the print density. Both the primary and
Developer DC bias voltages are changed in response to the density
setting.

Image Formation System 5-29

Transferring the Image
During the transferring process the Toner image on the Drum surface
is transferred to the paper. A positive charge applied to the back of
the paper by the transfer roller causes the negatively charged Toner
on the Drum surface to be attracted to the page.
The small diameter of the Drum, combined with the stiffness of the
paper, causes the paper to peel away from the Drum. The static
eliminator teeth also help separate the paper from the Drum. The
static eliminator teeth weaken the attractive forces between the
negatively charged Drum surface. After separation, the Drum is
cleaned and conditioned for the next image.

Figure 5-16

Transferring the Image

5-30 Functional Information

Image Fusing/Variable Fusing Temperature
During the fusing process, the Toner is fused into the paper by heat
and pressure to produce a permanent image. The paper passes
between a heated Fusing Roller and a soft Pressure Roller. This
melts the Toner and presses it into the paper.
The Fusing Roller contains a ceramic heating element that provides
heat for the fusing process. Fusing temperature is monitored by the
Engine Controller Board, via the Thermistor TH901. The Engine
Controller Board maintains a temperature of about 383° F (195° C)
during print mode. If the Fusing System overheats (about
428° F/220° C), a relay opens, interrupting power to the Fusing
Heater, causing a Fuser error message (50.X FUSER ERROR). If the
Fusing System exceeds 464° F (240° C), the thermal fuse will open,
cutting off power to the Fuser.

Figure 5-17

Image Fusing

Image Formation System 5-31

Variable Fusing Temperature

Figure 5-18

Fusing Temperature Control
Variable fusing temperature is a feature that gives the user or service
technician the ability to adjust the fusing temperature based on the
media being used in the printer. The default mode is normal and
should be optimal for most users. There is an optional low and high
Fuser mode selection. If very heavy or rough media is being used,
then high Fuser mode is beneficial. If transparencies or light media
are being used, then low Fuser mode might be appropriate.
CONFIGURE FUSER MODE is in the Paper Handling Menu and when set
to the default of NO, paper types are not displayed in the menu. When
CONFIGURE FUSER MODE is set to YES, the different paper types are
then displayed in the menu.

Note

Fusing modes only operate for A4-, letter-, and legal-sized paper.

5-32 Functional Information

Paper Feed System

Figure 5-19

Paper Feed Subsystem

Paper Feed System 5-33

Figure 5-20

Paper Path
The presence of paper in Tray 1 is detected by the Tray 1 Paper
Sensor (PS105). Presence of paper in Tray 2 is detected by the Tray 2
Paper Sensor (PS101) for the HP LaserJet 4000, 4000 N, 4050 and
4050 N; and by the Upper Tray Paper Sensor (PS101) or the Lower
Tray Paper Sensor (PS102) for the HP LaserJet 4000 T, 4000 TN,
4050 T, and 4050 TN.
Both the size of the paper in the tray and the presence of a tray are
detected by the three switches (SW600, 601, 602) on the Paper Size
Detection PCA for the HP LaserJet 4000, 4000 N, 4050, and 4050 N,

5-34 Functional Information

and by the six switches (SW600, 601, 602, 603, 604, 605) on the
Paper Size Detection PCA for the HP LaserJet 4000 T, 4000 TN,
4050 T, and 4050 TN.
While the Main Motor rotates, the Tray 1 Pickup Solenoid (SL102) is
turned on, the Tray 1 Pickup Roller rotates, and a sheet of paper is fed
into the printer.
The paper passes the pre-feed roller, which compensates for the
skew of the paper.
After the top of page sensor (PS103) detects the leading edge of the
paper, the horizontal synchronization signal (/TOP) is sent from the
Engine Controller Board to the Formatter.
After the Formatter receives the /TOP signal, the /VDO signal is sent;
this synchronizes the leading edge of the image on the Drum with the
leading edge of the paper. The paper goes through transfer,
separation, and fusing stages, passes through the delivery unit, and
is delivered to the Top Output Bin or Rear Output Bin.
There are four photo-interrupters (PS102, PS103, PS106, PS501) in
the paper path that detect the presence of paper. If the paper does
not reach or pass these sensors within a prescribed time interval, the
microprocessor on the Engine Controller Board notifies the Formatter
of a paper jam.

Clutches and Sensors
See “Reference Diagrams” starting on page 7-84 for locations of
switches, sensors, and clutches.

Paper Feed System 5-35

Printing from Tray 1
The presence of paper in Tray 1 is detected by the Tray 1 Paper
Sensor (PS105).
When the Engine Controller Board receives the /PRNT signal from
the Formatter, the printer starts the initial rotation phase. (This
consists of Main Motor warm-up, Scanner Motor warm-up,
high-voltage control sequence and Fuser warm-up.) When the initial
rotation phase ends, the Tray 1 Pickup Solenoid (SL102) is turned on.
The cam rotates, the paper tray lifter rises, and the paper comes in
contact with the Tray 1 Pickup Roller. At the same time, the Tray 1
Pickup Roller rotates once and a sheet of paper in Tray 1 is picked up.
The Separation Pad removes the unnecessary sheets, and the paper
is at the Top-of-Page Sensor (PS103) when SL102 is turned back on
again.
The paper then reaches the Registration Arm, where its skew is
corrected. Then it goes through transfer, separation, and fusing
stages, passes through the delivery unit, and is delivered to the tray.

Figure 5-21

Tray 1 Pickup Timing

5-36 Functional Information

Figure 5-22

Tray 1 Pickup

Paper Feed System 5-37

Printing from Tray 2
When the Formatter inputs the /PRNT signal to the printer, the Main
Motor (M1) starts rotation. When the Main Motor reaches its
prescribed speed, the Feed Roller Clutch (CL101) and Tray 2 Pickup
Solenoid (SL 101 or SL 103) are turned on. (The Tray 2 Pickup Roller,
Tray 2 Feed Roller, Separation Roller, and Feed Rollers are driven by
the Main Motor rotation.)
The Tray 2 Pickup Roller, driven by the Pickup Solenoid, rotates once
and picks up the paper in the tray. The unnecessary sheets are
removed by the Separation Roller and the paper is fed to the pre-feed
sensor (PS102).
The CPU monitors the condition of the PS102 for a prescribed period
of time. If PS102 does not detect paper within that time, the CPU
resumes feeding the paper, maintaining the appropriate
between-page distance for continuous printing.
The paper then reaches the Registration Arm, where its skew is
corrected. Then it goes through transfer, separation, and fusing
stages, passes through the delivery unit, and is delivered to the tray.

Figure 5-23

Tray 2 Pickup Timing

5-38 Functional Information

Figure 5-24

Tray 2 Pickup

Paper Feed System 5-39

Multi-Feed Prevention Mechanism
When feeding paper from Tray 2, the printer uses the Separation
Roller to prevent multi-feeding. Normally, the Separation Roller is
imparted with a rotational force in the same direction as the Feed
Roller. However, since the Separation Roller is equipped with a
Torque Limiter, it rotates with Feed Roller 1 by transmission of its
rotational force via the transported paper. On the other hand, if
multiple sheets of paper are picked up, the low friction force between
the sheets of paper results in a weak rotational force being
transmitted to the Separation Roller from Feed Roller 1.
Consequently, the Separation Roller’s own rotational force separates
the extra sheet.

Figure 5-25

Multi-Feed Prevention Mechanism

5-40 Functional Information

Printing from the Optional 500-sheet
Universal Tray
The operation sequences of the Paper Feeder are controlled by the
Paper Feeder Driver. A 4-bit microprocessor is used in the Paper
Feeder Driver, which controls the sequences of the Paper Feeder and
the serial communication with the Engine Controller Board.
The Engine Controller Board outputs the pickup command to the
Paper Feeder Driver with the necessary timing.
The Paper Feeder Driver drives the solenoid in response to the
pickup command. The Paper Feeder Driver also returns the status of
the Paper Feeder to the Engine Controller Board.
+24VDC is supplied to the Paper Feeder from the printer, and +3.3V
for the integrated circuits is generated from +24VDC inside the Paper
Feeder Driver.

Figure 5-26

Paper Feeder Driver I/O

Paper Feed System 5-41

Pickup and Feeding
The Paper Feeder picks up the paper from the installed trays and
feeds the paper to the printer. The flow of the paper is shown below.

Figure 5-27

Paper Feed from Trays
The paper size and the presence of the 500-sheet Tray are detected
by three switches (SW801, 802, 803) on the Paper Feeder Driver
PCA. The relationship between the switch combinations and the
paper sizes is the same as for the printer.
The Paper Feeder is driven by the Main Motor (M101) of the printer.
When the /PRNT signal is sent to the Paper Feeder from the
Formatter, the Main Motor (M101) of the printer starts rotation. When
the Main Motor reaches its prescribed speed, the Paper Feeder
Driver PCA receives the pickup command from the Engine Controller
Board, and the Paper Feeder Pickup Solenoid (SL801) is turned on.
(The Pickup Roller, Feed Roller, and Separation Roller are driven by
the Main Motor’s rotation.)
The Pickup Roller, driven by the Solenoid, rotates once, picking up
the paper inside the 500-sheet tray. Any unnecessary sheets are
removed by the Separation Roller and the paper is fed to the pre-feed
sensor (PS102) of the printer.

5-42 Functional Information

The CPU on the Engine Controller Board monitors the conditions of
the PS102 for a prescribed period of time after the pickup starts. If the
PS102 does not detect paper within that time interval, the CPU turns
off the Feed Roller clutch (CL101) to stop the paper after the top of
page sensor (PS103) detects the presence of the preceding page.
The paper then reaches the Registration Arm, where its skew is
corrected. Then it goes through transfer, separation, and fusing
stages, passes through the delivery unit, and is delivered to the
output bin.

Figure 5-28

Paper Feed Pickup
Paper Feed System 5-43

Envelope Feeder
The operation sequences of the Envelope Feeder are controlled by
the Envelope Feeder Driver. A 4-bit microprocessor is used in the
Envelope Feeder Driver, which controls the sequences of the
Envelope Feeder and the serial communication with the Engine
Controller Board of the printer.
The Engine Controller Board outputs the pickup command to the
Paper Feeder Driver with the necessary timing.
The Envelope Feeder Driver drives the solenoid in response to the
command. The Envelope Feeder Driver also returns the Envelope
Feeder status to the Engine Controller Board.
+24VDC is supplied to the Envelope Feeder from the printer, and
+3.3V for the ICs is generated from the +24VDC inside the Paper
Feeder Driver.

Pickup and Feeding
The Envelope Feeder picks up the envelope from the Envelope
Feeder and feeds it to the printer. The envelope path is shown below.

Figure 5-29

Envelope Feed
The Envelope Feeder is driven by the Main Motor (M101) of the
printer.
When the /PRNT signal is sent to the printer from the Formatter, the
printer starts the initial rotation phase. (This phase consists of Main
Motor start-up, Scanner Motor start-up, High-voltage Control
Sequence, and Fusing unit start-up.) When the initial rotation phase

5-44 Functional Information

is completed, the Envelope Feeder Driver PCA receives the pickup
command from the Engine Controller Board and turns on the
envelope pickup solenoid (SL901).
The Pickup Roller, Feed Roller and Separation Roller are rotated
sequentially by the Main Motor rotation, and an envelope is picked up.
Then, any unnecessary envelopes are removed by the Separation
Roller, and the envelope is fed to the printer.

Figure 5-30

Envelope Feed Pickup

Paper Feed System 5-45

Duplexer
The operation sequences of the Duplexer are controlled by the
Duplexer Driver. A 4-bit microprocessor is used in the Duplexer
Driver, which controls the sequences of the Duplexer and the serial
communication with the Engine Controller Board.
The Duplexer Driver drives the Solenoid, Motors, and Fan according
to commands sent from the Engine Controller Board to the Duplexer
and Duplex Pickup command via serial communication. The Duplexer
also returns its status to the Engine Controller Board.
+24VDC is supplied to the Duplexer from the printer, and +5V for the
ICs is generated from the +24VDC inside the Duplexer Driver.

Reversing and Duplexer Pickup
The paper is fed to the Duplexer by the Top Output Bin Deflector. This
Top Output Bin Deflector moves in conjunction with the Top Output
Bin. However, the Top Output Bin Deflector is controlled by the
Duplexer Solenoid (SL701) when the Top Output Bin is closed.
The feed direction of the paper in the Duplexer is controlled by the
Reversing Roller. The paper is then transported by the Oblique Roller
and Feed Roller so that its edge contacts with the left panel to correct
its skew.
The Duplexer has two stepping motors, the Reversing Motor (M701)
and the Duplex Feed Motor (M702). Normal and reverse rotations are
controlled by the Duplexer Driver.

5-46 Functional Information

Figure 5-31

Paper Path for the Duplexer

Paper Feed System 5-47

Figure 5-32

Paper Feed for the Duplexer

Paper Jam
There are four photointerrupters (PS102, PS103, PS106, PS501) in
the paper path for detecting the presence of the paper.
If the paper does not reach or pass three sensors within the
prescribed time, the microprocessor in the Engine Controller Board
notifies the Formatter of a paper jam.

5-48 Functional Information

Basic Sequence of Operation
The Formatter PCA and the Engine Controller Board share
information during printer operation. The Interface PCA forms a link
which operates as a serial data bus. This allows printer status,
command, and dot-image data to be passed between the two PCAs.
Table 5-1 shows the general timing of the printer events. The following
events take place during normal printer operation:

Table 5-1. Printer Timing
Period

Timing

Purpose

WAIT

From power on to the end of Main
Motor initial rotation.

Clears the Drum surface potential
and cleans the Transfer Roller.

STBY (standby)

From the end of the WAIT or the
Maintains the printer in ready state.
LSTR period until the input of the
PRNT signal from the Formatter.
Or from the end of the LSTR period
until power off.

INTR (initial rotation) From the input of the PRNT signal Stabilizes the photosensitive Drum
from the Formatter until the Engine sensitivity in preparation for
Controller outputs the TOP signal. printing. Also cleans the Transfer
Roller.
PRNT

After the end of initial rotation until Forms images on the
the top of the page sensor detects photosensitive Drum based on the
the trailing edge of the paper.
/VDO signal from the Formatter
and transfers the image to paper.

LSTR (last rotation)

From the primary voltage (DC) off
until the main motor stops.

Delivers the last sheet of paper and
cleans the Transfer Roller.

If another PRNT signal is sent from
the Formatter, the printer returns to
the INTR period. If not, it returns to
the STBY period.

Basic Sequence of Operation 5-49

Figure 5-33

Timing Diagram

5-50 Functional Information

6

Removing and
Replacing Parts

Overview
This chapter discusses the following:
●

Removal and Replacement Strategy

●

Removing Covers

●

Removing Assemblies

●

Separating the Engine Module from the Paper Feed Module

Overview 6-1

Removal and Replacement Strategy
This chapter describes the complete disassembly of the printer. In
every instance, tasks that must be performed before beginning the
procedure are listed first. Remove the assemblies in the order listed
to prevent damage during re-assembly.
To ensure optimum print quality, the printer will prompt to have routine
maintenance performed every 200,000 pages. When the message
PERFORM PRINTER MAINTENANCE appears on the Control Panel, the
Printer Maintenance Kit must be installed. See page 4-5.
Servicing the printer involves replacing printed circuit and
electro-mechanical assemblies. Do not repair component failures
within these assemblies. In all instances, replace the failed assembly.
The replacement procedure is the reverse of the removal procedure,
except where specific instructions are provided.
WARNING!

Some sheet metal edges, particularly around the formatter cage, are
sharp. Be careful when working in these areas to avoid cutting yourself.

CAUTION

The printer contains parts that are sensitive to
Electrostatic-Static Discharge (ESD). Always observe
proper ESD procedures when servicing the printer. The
ESD symbol appears in this chapter when the parts
being serviced are especially susceptible to ESD
damage.
It is usually best to remove and replace the covers in the order shown.
Turn the printer off and unplug the power cord and any cables.

6-2 Removing and Replacing Parts

Tools
●

Phillips #2 magnetized screwdriver with 6-inch shaft

●

Flat-blade screwdriver with 6-inch shaft

●

Needle-nose pliers

●

Penlight

Screws Used in the Printer
All screws used in the printer are Phillips head, which require a
Phillips screwdriver. The following figure shows the difference
between a Phillips and a Posidriv screwdriver. Note that the Phillips
tip has more beveled surfaces.
CAUTION

Using a Posidriv screwdriver will damage the screw heads. Use Phillips
only.

Phillips

Figure 6-1

Posidriv

Comparing Phillips and Posidriv Screwdrivers
Table 6-1 on page 6-4 describes the screws used in the printer and
provides guidelines to help determine where each type of screw is
used. The screws can vary in length depending on the thickness of
the material being fastened.
Always note where each type of screw is located and replace each
one into its original location.

Removal and Replacement Strategy 6-3

Table 6-1. Screws Used in the Printer
Drawing and Description

Purpose

Used to fasten metal to metal
when good electrical contact is
needed.
Threaded Phillips with captive star washer

Used to fasten metal or plastic to
plastic mainframes.
Silver Self-tapping Phillips screw

Used to fasten metal or plastic to
plastic mainframes.
Black Self-tapping Phillips screw

Used to fasten metal or plastic to
threaded plastic or metal.
Threaded Phillips screw with lock and flat washer

6-4 Removing and Replacing Parts

Table 6-1. Screws Used in the Printer (continued)
Drawing and Description

Purpose

Used to anchor Tray 1 Pickup
Assembly
Long screw (4.8 in/116 mm)

Hint

To insert self-tapping screws, turn the screw to the left
(counter-clockwise) until it clicks, then turn it to the right (clockwise)
until it is seated. If a self-tapping screw-hole strips, you must repair the
screw-hole or replace the affected assembly.

Removal and Replacement Strategy 6-5

Removing Covers
It is usually best to remove and replace the covers in the order shown.
Turn the printer off and unplug the power cord and any cables.
Hint

Left and right are indicated as you face the front of the printer unless
otherwise noted.

Rear Right Side Cover

Figure 6-2

Removing the Rear Right Side Cover
The Formatter and Dual In-line Memory Modules (DIMMs) are
located underneath the Right Side Cover.
1

Grasp the cover by its rear lip and pull it firmly toward the rear of
the printer until it stops.

2

Remove the cover from the printer.

6-6 Removing and Replacing Parts

Top Cover
Open the Top Cover and remove the Toner Cartridge.
CAUTION

To prevent damage to the Toner Cartridge, do not expose it to light for
more than a few minutes.
To remove the Top Cover, you must remove the Rear Right Side
Cover (page 6-6), the Toner Cartridge Drive Arm (page 6-9), the
Control Panel Overlay (below) and the Control Panel (page 6-8).

Control Panel Overlay

Figure 6-3

Removing the Control Panel Overlay
1

Using a flat-blade screwdriver, gently pry upward on the right side
of the Control Panel Overlay to loosen it.

2

Remove the Control Panel Overlay from the tabs on the left and
lift it upward, off of the printer.

Removing Covers 6-7

Control Panel
Tab

Figure 6-4

Removing the Control Panel
1

Using a flat-blade screwdriver, pry each side of the Control Panel
upward.

2

Remove the top of the Control Panel from the tab.

3

Disconnect the ribbon cable from the Control Panel.

6-8 Removing and Replacing Parts

Toner Cartridge Drive Arm

Figure 6-5

Removing the Toner Cartridge Drive Arm
1

Note

Remove the Toner Cartridge Drive Arm by using needle-nose
pliers to pinch the pin from its hinge on the Top Cover.

Be sure to reconnect the Toner Cartridge Drive Arm when you replace
the Top Cover, or the Toner Cartridge will not seat properly.

Removing Covers 6-9

Toner cartridge
drive arm
Rear screws
Top screws

Figure 6-6

Removing the Top Cover
2

Remove the four screws holding the Top Cover (two are behind
the Rear Output Bin, near the top, and two are on top of the
printer under the Top Cover).

6-10 Removing and Replacing Parts

Release tab if
necessary

Figure 6-7

Releasing tabs to lift the Top Cover
3

Squeeze the right front side of the Top Cover to remove it. It may
be necessary to use a small flat-blade screwdriver to release the
tab inside the small hole.

4

Holding the output assembly in place (located toward the rear of
the printer), remove the Top Cover.

Removing Covers 6-11

Left Side Cover

Latch (inside)

Figure 6-8

Catches

Removing the Left Side Cover
1

Open Tray 1.

2

Release the latch on the left side cover from the inside of the
printer. Release the catches on the front side of the cover.

3

Lift the cover upward to release the front top side of the cover,
then pull the cover away from the printer.

6-12 Removing and Replacing Parts

Front Right Side Cover
Latch

Figure 6-9

Hint

Removing the Front Right Side Cover
1

Release the latch at the top center of the cover.

2

Lift the cover straight up until it is free of the tabs at the bottom
and the power switch rod, then pull it away from the printer.

When you reinstall the Front Right Side Cover, be sure to reconnect
the power switch rod.

Removing Covers 6-13

Rear Cover/Rear Output Bin

Step 2

Step 1

Figure 6-10

Removing the Rear Cover/Rear Output Bin
1

Facing the rear of the printer, pinch the right side of the Rear
Output Bin and release the hinge from the slot.

2

Rotate the bin upward and slide it to the right to release the left
hinge.

6-14 Removing and Replacing Parts

Tray 1

Figure 6-11

Removing Tray 1 from the Front Cover
1

Open Tray 1.

2

Push outward on the two slot hinges to release the pins on Tray 1.

3

Slide the Front Cover to the right and remove it from the three
hinges on the bottom.

Removing Covers 6-15

Figure 6-12

Removing the Tray 1 Sensor Arm Cover
4

Firmly pull both sides of the Tray 1 Sensor Arm Cover toward you
until it releases from the shaft. See Figure 6-13, “Detail of the
Tray 1 Sensor Arm Cover,” on page 6-17.

5

Rotate Tray 1 downward and remove it from the two hinges.

6-16 Removing and Replacing Parts

Figure 6-13

Detail of the Tray 1 Sensor Arm Cover

Hint

When you reinstall the Tray 1 Sensor Arm Cover be sure the Sensor
Arms move freely.

Removing Covers 6-17

Removing Assemblies
The order in which you replace the following assemblies depends on
the part needing to be replaced. It is not necessary to remove every
assembly.

Fuser
WARNING!

Let the Fuser Assembly cool before disassembly.
1

Figure 6-14

Remove the Rear Cover/Rear Output Bin (page 6-14).

Removing the Left and Right Duplex Connector Covers
2

If a Duplexer is installed, remove it. If a Duplexer is not installed,
remove the Left and Right Duplex Access Covers from the rear of
the printer by pulling each from the bottom.

6-18 Removing and Replacing Parts

Figure 6-15

Loosening the captive screws in the Fuser Assembly
3

Loosen the two captive screws on the Fuser Assembly.

4

Pull the Fuser Assembly straight out of the printer.

Removing Assemblies 6-19

Formatter Cage Assembly

For accessing DIMMs

EIO
accessory

Figure 6-16

Note

Removing the Formatter Cage Assembly
1

Print a Configuration Page. The information is necessary to
reconfigure the printer after you replace the Formatter.

2

Remove the rear right side cover (page 6-6). The Formatter Cage
Assembly is directly underneath.

3

Remove the captive screw and open the DIMM access door to
see if any DIMMs are installed. Remove and transfer any DIMMs
or EIO accessories if you replace the Formatter.

4

Remove the 5 screws around the Formatter cage.

5

Slide the Formatter toward the rear of the printer and remove it.

Using the Configuration Page you printed in step 1 above, reconfigure
the printer after replacing the Formatter. Be sure to reset the printer’s
page count (page 3-33).

6-20 Removing and Replacing Parts

Output Assembly

Brass arm

Figure 6-17

White tab

Removing the Output Assembly
1

Remove the Top Cover (page 6-7). The Output Assembly is on
the top, rear of the printer.

Removing Assemblies 6-21

2

Figure 6-18

Facing the rear of the printer, release the 2 latches as follows:

Left end of Output Assembly (brass arm)
a On the left end of the assembly, rotate the brass arm up 90°.

Figure 6-19

Right end of Output Assembly (white tab)
b On the right end of the assembly, release the white tab.
3

CAUTION

Lift the assembly up and out of the printer.

Lift the assembly carefully to avoid damaging the Top Output Bin full
sensor flag. When the assembly is replaced, the flag must be able to
rotate freely.

6-22 Removing and Replacing Parts

Laser Scanner
Shutter interlock and plate

Figure 6-20

Hint

Removing the Laser Scanner
1

Remove the Top Cover (page 6-7). The Laser Scanner is on the
top of the printer, tilted toward the rear, and has a yellow label on
it.

2

Unplug the 3 connectors as shown.

3

Remove the 4 black screws around the edges of the Laser
Scanner. Do not remove the two screws on the cover of the Laser
Scanner.

4

Lift the Laser Scanner straight up.

When you replace the Laser Scanner be sure the black shutter interlock
is resting on top of the silver shutter plate.

Removing Assemblies 6-23

Fan

Figure 6-21

Hint

Removing the Fan
1

Remove the Top Cover (page 6-7) and the Left Side Cover (page
6-12). The Fan is on the left side of the printer.

2

Unplug the Fan’s connector to the Engine Controller Board.

3

Squeeze the latches on the left and right sides of the Fan cover.

4

Pull the Fan straight out.

The cover attaches to the Fan at the top right and bottom left corners.
Retain the cover; it is separate from the Replacement Fan.

6-24 Removing and Replacing Parts

Main Motor

Figure 6-22

Removing the Main Motor
1

Remove the Top Cover (page 6-7) and the Front Right Side Cover
(page 6-13). The Main Motor is on the right front side of the
printer.

2

Unplug the connector.

3

Remove the 4 silver screws around the corners of the metal plate.

4

Remove the Main Motor from the printer.

Removing Assemblies 6-25

Transfer Roller

DO NOT TOUCH!

(See Hint)

Figure 6-23

Removing the Transfer Roller
1

CAUTION

Do not touch the black rubber part of the roller. Skin oils on the roller
can cause problems with print quality.
2

Hint

Open the Top Cover and remove the Toner Cartridge. The
Transfer Roller is underneath the Toner Cartridge.

Using a flat-blade screwdriver, pry the right end of the metal shaft
out of place, then the left end.

When you replace the Transfer Roller, make sure the black collar is
oriented properly, with the open end down.

6-26 Removing and Replacing Parts

Tray 1 Pickup Roller

Figure 6-24

Hint

Removing the Pickup Roller (shown with Envelope Entrance Cover
removed)
1

Open Tray 1. The Tray 1 Pickup Roller is in the center of the
Tray 1 Pickup Assembly.

2

Grasp the Envelope Entrance Cover and pull it straight away from
the printer.

3

Pry open the blue latch on the roller.

4

Lift the roller out.

To replace the roller, make sure the pin in the roller lines up with the
hole in the shaft.

Removing Assemblies 6-27

Figure 6-25

Detail of the Tray 1 Pickup Roller

6-28 Removing and Replacing Parts

Tray 1 Pickup Assembly
1

Remove the covers (starting on page 6-6): Top Cover, Left Side
Cover, Front Right Side Cover, and Tray 1. The Tray 1 Pickup
Assembly is on the front of the printer.

Envelope
feeder gear
cover

Step 4b

Step 4a

Figure 6-26

Envelope
feeder
connector
cover

Removing the Envelope Feeder Gear Cover
2

Flip down or remove the Envelope Feeder Connector Cover.

3

Remove the Envelope Entrance Cover.

4

Remove the Envelope Feeder Gear Cover as follows:
a Remove the black self-tapping screw at the bottom of the
Envelope Feeder Gear Cover.
b Remove the long screw (4.8 in/116 mm) on the right side of the
Tray 1 Pickup Assembly.

Removing Assemblies 6-29

Figure 6-27

Removing the Tray 1 Pickup Assembly – Right Side
5

Disconnect the solenoid cable on the right side of the Tray 1
Pickup Assembly. (Note the way the cables are routed for
replacement.)

6-30 Removing and Replacing Parts

Step 7
Step 8

Step 6

Figure 6-28

Removing the Tray 1 Pickup Assembly – Left Side
6

Unplug the connector to the Engine Controller Board on the left
side of the Tray 1 Pickup Assembly.

7

Remove the long screw (4.8 in/116 mm) from the left side of the
assembly.

8

Remove the self-tapping screw shown.

Removing Assemblies 6-31

Toner
cartridge
guide

Figure 6-29

Removing the Tray 1 Pickup Assembly – Front Side
9

Remove the 3 screws shown.

10 Lift the black Toner Cartridge Guide on the right side of the
assembly and pull the assembly straight out of the printer. See
page 6-33 for the procedure.

6-32 Removing and Replacing Parts

Right Side Toner Cartridge Guide
You can lift aside the Right Side Toner Cartridge Guide (instead of
removing it) to access the Registration Assembly. It is not necessary
to unplug the connectors.
Remove the Right Side Toner Cartridge Guide to access the Gear
Train. Follow the steps below:
1

Remove the Top Cover (page 6-7), Front Right Side Cover (page
6-13), and Tray 1 (page 6-15). The Right Side Toner Cartridge
Guide is on the right front side of the printer.

Step 3

Step 4
Step 2
Figure 6-30

Removing the Right Side Toner Cartridge Guide
2

Remove the black self-tapping screw.

3

Unplug the 3 connectors if necessary.

4

Remove the small silver screw to disconnect the ground wire.

5

Lift the Right Side Toner Cartridge Guide off the printer.

Removing Assemblies 6-33

Registration Assembly

Figure 6-31

Removing the Registration Assembly
1

Remove the following covers (starting on page 6-6): Top Cover,
Left Side Cover, Front Right Side Cover, and Tray 1. Remove the
Tray 1 pickup assembly (page 6-29). The Right Side Toner
Cartridge Guide can be lifted without removal (page 6-33). The
Registration Assembly is under the Toner Cartridge.

2

Remove the 3 black self-tapping screws shown. (Lift the green
handle on the right end of the Registration Assembly to access
the black screw on the left rear side.)

6-34 Removing and Replacing Parts

DO NOT REMOVE!

Figure 6-32

Detail of screws for the Registration Assembly

CAUTION

Do not remove the silver screw closest to the Registration Assembly!
It holds the spring in place. Take out the silver screw farther from the
registration assembly, the one that is under the green handle.
3

Hint

Lift the green handle. Remove the 2 black self-tapping screws
and the rearmost silver screw shown. See the caution above.

If the Anti-static Bar becomes displaced, reinstall it with the left end in
the slot, or paper may jam in this area.

Removing Assemblies 6-35

Paper Feed Assembly
1

Remove the following covers (starting on page 6-6): Top Cover,
Left Side Cover, Front Right Side Cover, and Tray 1. Remove the
Tray 1 Pickup Assembly (page 6-29). The Paper Feed Assembly
is on the front of the printer.

Note
routing

Figure 6-33

Unplugging the connector to the Paper Feed Assembly
2

CAUTION

Unplug and unroute the 2-pin connector from the right side.

For replacement of the Paper Feed Assembly, note the way the wires
are routed to the connector. If a wire is routed improperly, it can be
damaged.

6-36 Removing and Replacing Parts

Figure 6-34

Removing the upper screws from the Paper Feed Assembly
3

Hint

Remove the 2 black upper screws.

After replacing the Paper Feed Assembly, make sure to insert the 2
upper screws only. The 2 lower screws are for holding the Tray 1 Pickup
Assembly in place.

Removing Assemblies 6-37

Hint

For replacement of the Paper Feed Assembly, orient the clutch properly
by inserting it into the slot, as shown.

Figure 6-35

Detail of the Paper Feed Clutch

6-38 Removing and Replacing Parts

Formatter Pan

Figure 6-36

Removing the Formatter Pan
1

Remove the Top Cover (page 6-7) and the Front Right Side Cover
(page 6-13). Remove the Formatter Cage Assembly (page 6-20).
The Formatter Pan is on the right rear side. Remove the
Formatter Pan in order to split the engine from the tray assembly
or to access the Gear Train.

2

Remove the 4 black self-tapping screws.

3

Remove the 3 silver M-3 screws.

4

Pull the Formatter Pan straight out, away from the printer.

Removing Assemblies 6-39

Gear Train
Toner Cartridge Drive Arm

Step 4

Figure 6-37

Note

Removing the Gear Train
1

Remove the following covers (starting on page 6-6): Top Cover,
Front Right Side Cover, Rear Cover/Rear Output Bin, and Tray 1.
Remove the Right Side Toner Cartridge Guide (page 6-33), the
Registration Assembly (page 6-34), the Formatter Cage
Assembly (page 6-20), and the Formatter Pan (page 6-39). The
Gear Train is on the right side of the printer.

2

If the Registration Assembly has not already been removed, take
out the rearmost silver screw under the green handle (page
6-35).

3

Remove the 8 black self-tapping screws.

4

Pull the Ribbon Cable Assembly outward (off the pin), then down,
out of the way.

5

Remove any remaining wires from the white plastic guide.

6

Slide out the Gear Train.

When you reinstall the Gear Train, slide the top in first and then push
the bottom in.

6-40 Removing and Replacing Parts

Delivery Drive Assembly

Figure 6-38

Removing the Delivery Drive Assembly
1

Remove the covers (starting on page 6-6): Top Cover, Left Side
Cover, Front Right Side Cover, Rear Cover/Rear Output Bin, and
Tray 1. Remove the Output Assembly (page 6-21), Formatter
Cage Assembly (page 6-20), Formatter Pan (page 6-39), and
Fuser Assembly (page 6-18). The Delivery Drive Assembly is on
the right rear side of the printer.

2

Remove the single screw.

3

Unplug the 3-pin connector shown.

4

Lift the Delivery Drive assembly upward, away from the printer.

Removing Assemblies 6-41

Separating the Engine Module from the
Paper Feed Module
This procedure is the same for printers with a single 500-sheet Tray or
two 250-sheet Trays.
1

Figure 6-39

Remove the Rear Right Side cover (page 6-6). Remove the
Formatter Cage Assembly (page 6-20), Formatter Pan (page
6-39), and 2 long screws from the Tray 1 Pickup Assembly (See
Figure 6-26 on page 6-29 and Figure 6-28 on page 6-31).

Unplugging the connector to the Paper Feed Module
2

Unplug the connector to the Paper Feed Module on the right rear
side of the printer (under the formatter pan). Remove the cable
from its bracket.

6-42 Removing and Replacing Parts

Figure 6-40

Separating the Engine from the Paper Feed Module
3

CAUTION

Remove the single black, self-tapping screw from the left side of
the printer, below the Fan.

Lift the Engine carefully, being sure that all cables are disconnected.
4

Lift the Engine away from the Paper Feed Module.

Separating the Engine Module from the Paper Feed Module 6-43

Engine Controller Board
Note

After you replace the Engine Controller Board, do not forget to readjust
the top margin as described on page 6-46.
1

Separate the Engine from the Paper Feed Module (page 6-42).
The Engine Controller Board is on the underside of the Engine
and contains the following:
• DC controller
• High-voltage power supply
• AC power supply
• DC power supply
• Timing controls

(In the back, not on the board)

Spring
Power
switch
rod

Figure 6-41

Removing the Engine Controller Board
2

Remove the Fuser Assembly (page 6-18).

6-44 Removing and Replacing Parts

Facing the front of the Engine Module:
3

Remove 7 screws (shown in Figure 6-41 on page 6-44):
• 4 black, self-tapping M4 screws (3 in front and 1 in the right
rear)
• From the left rear, 3 M3 screws (1 recessed)

Figure 6-42

4

Disconnect the spring on the right side from the notch.

5

Disconnect the Power Switch Rod.

Removing the Engine Controller Board
6

Hint

Lifting from the printer’s left side (the side the Fan is on), tip the
board up, then unplug all connectors.

The black cable router in the middle of the Engine Controller Board can
be folded aside with the cables intact. When you replace the board,
reconnect and route all cables before reconnecting the power switch
rod.
Be sure to reconnect the spring on the right side to the Ground Plate.

Separating the Engine Module from the Paper Feed Module 6-45

Adjusting the Top Margin
When you replace the Engine Controller Board, you must readjust the
top margin as follows:

Figure 6-43

Location of VR501
1

After setting the VR501 on the Engine Controller Board to the
center position (0), load letter or A4 paper in the tray. Press the
Engine Test Print Button (located on the left side of the printer,
below the vent) to make several test prints.

6-46 Removing and Replacing Parts

Measure this distance

Figure 6-44

Adjusting the top margin
2

Measure the distance between the edge of the paper and the
print pattern. Measure all the test prints and calculate the
average.

3

Adjust VR501 so that the margin becomes .08 in (2 mm). Turn
VR501 clockwise to decrease the margin or counter-clockwise to
increase the margin.

4

Make several test prints again and perform step 2 above. If the
top margin is still incorrect, repeat the procedure.

Separating the Engine Module from the Paper Feed Module 6-47

Paper Feed Rollers
The following procedure is the same for all HP LaserJet 4000 and
4050 series printers; there are 2 Feed Rollers for the HP LaserJet
4000 T/4000 TN and 4050 T/4050 TN and one Feed Roller for the
HP LaserJet 4000/4000 N and 4050/4050 N printers.

Figure 6-45

Removing the Paper Feed Rollers (HP LaserJet 4000 T/4000 TN and
4050 T/4050 TN shown)
1

Remove the tray(s) from the Feeder. The Paper Feed Rollers are
inside the Feeder.

2

Pinch the release at the left side of the Roller and slide it off the
shaft.

6-48 Removing and Replacing Parts

Separation Rollers

Figure 6-46

Removing the Separation Rollers
The Separation Rollers are inside the paper trays.
1

Release the latch and lift the cover inside the tray.

2

Pinch the release at the left side of the Roller and slide it off the
shaft.

Separating the Engine Module from the Paper Feed Module 6-49

Paper Feed Module Plate
Remove the Paper Feed Module Plate to access the Controller PCA.
This procedure is the same for one 500-sheet Tray or two 250-sheet
Trays.

(Small)

Figure 6-47

Removing the Paper Feed Module Plate
1

Remove the 7 black self-tapping screws (one of them is recessed
in front).

2

Remove 2 small metal-to-metal screws.

3

Lift up the Paper Feed Module Plate to remove it.

6-50 Removing and Replacing Parts

Paper Feed Module Gear Train Assembly
This procedure is the same for one 500-sheet Tray or two 250-sheet
Trays.

Unplug
connector

Figure 6-48

Removing the Gear Train
1

Remove the long recessed screw shown.

2

Unplug the connector (note routing).

3

Lift the gear train upward, away from the Paper Feed Module.

Separating the Engine Module from the Paper Feed Module 6-51

Paper Feed Module Side Rails
Remove the Paper Feed Module side rails to access the PCA
Controller. This procedure is the same for one 500-sheet Tray or two
250-sheet Trays.

(Long
screw)

Figure 6-49

Unplug
connector

Removing the Paper Feed Module side rails (HP LaserJet
4000 T/4000 TN and 4050 T/4050 TN shown)
1

To remove the side rails, remove the 4 recessed screws (1 is
long).

2

Unplug the connector.

3

Lift the side rails off of the Paper Feed Module.

6-52 Removing and Replacing Parts

Lower Paper Feed Module Plate (HP LaserJet
4000 T/4000 TN and 4050 T/4050 TN)

Figure 6-50

Removing the lower Paper Feed Module Plate
1

Remove 9 black self-tapping screws.

2

Remove 2 small black M3 screws.

3

Lift up the lower Paper Feed Module Plate to remove it.

Separating the Engine Module from the Paper Feed Module 6-53

PCA Cover (HP LaserJet 4000 T/4000 TN and
4050 T/4050 TN)

Figure 6-51

Removing the PCA Cover (HP LaserJet 4000 T/4000 TN and
4050 T/4050 TN)
1

Pinch the left and right sides of the PCA Cover to release it from
the side latches.

2

Rotate the PCA Cover downward and toward you to remove it.

6-54 Removing and Replacing Parts

PCA Cover (HP LaserJet 4000/4000 N and
4050/4050 N)

Figure 6-52

Removing the PCA Cover (HP LaserJet 4000/4000 N and
4050/4050 N)
1

Release the latches shown.

2

Remove the PCA Cover.

Separating the Engine Module from the Paper Feed Module 6-55

PCA Controller
This procedure is the same for one 500-sheet Tray or two 250-sheet
Trays.

Figure 6-53

Removing the PCA Controller
1

Unplug 3 connectors to the PCA Controller.

2

Unclip the left side of the PCA Controller and remove it.

6-56 Removing and Replacing Parts

7

Troubleshooting

Overview
This chapter discusses the following:
●

Troubleshooting Process

●

Troubleshooting the Printing System

●

Reference Diagrams

Overview 7-1

Troubleshooting Process
The troubleshooting process is a systematic approach that addresses
the major problems first, and then other problems as you identify the
causes for printer malfunctions and errors. The “Troubleshooting
Flowchart” on page 7-4 illustrates the major steps for troubleshooting
the printing system. Each heading depicts a major troubleshooting
step.
A “yes” answer to the questions allows you to proceed to the next
major step.
A “no” answer indicates that additional testing is needed. Proceed to
the referenced location and follow the directions for that area. After
completing the additional testing, proceed to the next major step.
The following list describes the basic questions for the customer and
the corresponding troubleshooting step to help you quickly define the
problem(s).
Table 7-1. Major Steps for Troubleshooting
Power On
(page 7-7)

Does the printer perform the initialization and power-on steps?
This section gives the procedures for correcting power supply
problems.

Display
(page 7-12)

Does the Control Panel indicate READY, OFFLINE, or

POWERSAVE ON?

This section gives the procedures for clearing Control Panel error
messages and displaying and correcting Event Log codes.
Event Log
(page 7-13)

Are there recurring problems in the Event Log?
This section gives information about printing the Event Log and
evaluating the error history.

Printer Messages
(page 7-17)

Does the printer’s Control Panel display an error message?
This section provides an alphabetical and numerical listing of the
printer’s Control Panel messages, and gives the recommended
actions to resolve the problem.

7-2 Troubleshooting

Table 7-1. Major Steps for Troubleshooting (continued)
General Paper Path
Troubleshooting
(page 7-45)

Is there a paper jam in the printer?

Information Pages
(page 7-48)

Will the printer print information pages successfully?

This section gives information about solving problems in the
paper path.

This section gives the procedures for printing the information
pages and evaluating and correcting the printer’s configuration.
Image Quality
(page 7-54)

Does the print quality meet the customer’s expectations?
This section gives Toner Cartridge checks, information on
EconoMode, image defect examples, and the Repetitive Defect
Ruler.

Interface Troubleshooting
(page 7-77)

Can the customer print from the host system successfully?
This section describes how to determine if the printer is
communicating properly with the host system.

Troubleshooting Process 7-3

Troubleshooting Flowchart

Figure 7-1

Troubleshooting Flowchart (1 of 2)

7-4 Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting Flowchart (Continued)

Troubleshooting Flowchart, continued

Troubleshooting Process 7-5

Troubleshooting the Printing System
Preliminary Operating Checks
Prior to troubleshooting a specific printer problem, you should ensure
that:

Note

●

The printer is being maintained on a regular basis as described in
Chapter 4.

●

The customer is using acceptable paper as specified in the
HP Printer Family Paper Specification Guide.

●

The printer is positioned on a solid, level surface.

●

The line voltage does not vary more than 10% from the nominal
rated value as specified on the Power Rating Label.

●

The operating environment for the printer and paper is within the
temperature and humidity specifications listed in Chapter 1 of this
manual.

●

The printer is never exposed to ammonia fumes such as those
produced by diazo copiers or office cleaning materials.

●

The printer is not exposed to direct sunlight.

●

Non-HP components (such as refilled Toner Cartridges, font
cartridges, and memory boards) are removed from the printer.

When moving the printer into a warm room from a cold location such
as a warehouse, various problems can occur due to condensation in
the printer. For example, if the Photosensitive Drum is cold, the
resistance of the photoconductive layer will be high. This will lead to
incorrect contrast. Leave the printer running for 10 to 20 minutes.

7-6 Troubleshooting

Power On
Note

It is important to have the printer’s Control Panel functional as soon as
possible in the troubleshooting process so that the printer’s diagnostics
can assist in locating printing errors.

Table 7-2. Power On Defect or Blank Display
Problem

Action

Is the power cord plugged
into the wall and the
printer? Is AC and DC
power available?

Verify. See Table 7-3, “No AC Power,” on page 7-9 and Table 7-4,
“No DC Power,” on page 7-10.

Is the power switch set to
on?

Set the switch to the on position. You should hear the switch
toggle. If the Front Right Side Cover has been removed recently,
be sure that the rod leading to the power supply moves as the
rocker switch is toggled.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-7

Table 7-2. Power On Defect or Blank Display (continued)
Problem

Action

Does the Fan turn on for
Note: Fan operation is significant since the Fan is controlled by
about 4 seconds when you the printer’s Engine Controller Board. An operational Fan
first turn the printer on?
indicates the following:
1. AC power is present in the printer.
2. DC power supply is functional (both 24VDC and 3.5VDC are
being generated).
3. The Engine Controller Board’s micro-processor is functional.
If the Fan is not working:
1. Turn the printer off and remove the printer’s Formatter PCA.
Disconnect all the printer’s Paper Handling Options.
2. Turn the printer on and check the Fan again.
If the Fan is still not working, perform the following steps:
1. Verify that the fan is connected to the Engine Controller Board.
2. Replace the Fan.
3. Replace the Engine Controller Board.
If the Fan is working but the printer’s Control Panel is blank:
1. Print an Engine Test. See “Engine Test” on page 7-11.
If the Engine Test is successful, perform the following steps:
a. Reseat the Control Panel and Formatter Connector.
b. Replace the Control Panel Assembly.
c. Replace the Formatter.
d. Replace the cable from the Control Panel.
2. If the Engine Test is not successful, replace the Engine
Controller Board.

Note

The Fan only operates during initial power on and while printing, unless
the temperature inside the printer is too high. If the temperature is too
high, the Fan turns on to cool the inside of the printer.

7-8 Troubleshooting

Table 7-3. No AC Power
Cause

Action

No correct voltage present at the outlet.

Plug the power cord into another AC circuit
outlet.
Inform the customer that the correct line
voltage is not available at the outlet.

The power cord is not firmly plugged into the
printer and the outlet.

Insert the power plug firmly.

Blown fuse.

1. Check the fuses (FU1 and FU2) on the
Engine Controller Board.
2. Replace the fuses if necessary.

Defective power switch.

Remove the Engine Controller Board.
Measure the resistance between the two
terminals of the power switch (SW1) by
applying the tester probes to the terminals.
The resistance must be low (under 1KΩ) when
the power is turned ON, and high (over 6MΩ)
when the Switch is turned OFF. Otherwise,
replace the Engine Controller Board.

Defective AC receptacle or AC power line.

Check the printer’s AC receptacle and wiring
for the AC power line. If no problem is found,
replace the Engine Controller Board.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-9

Table 7-4. No DC Power
Cause

Action

No AC power is supplied.

Check the AC power supply. See Table 7-3,
“No AC Power,” on page 7-9

The overcurrent/overvoltage detection circuit
activated.

If the problem is not rectified after the power
switch is turned off and on again, find the
cause of activation of the
overcurrent/overvoltage detection circuit in the
power supply. Wait for more than two minutes
before turning the printer back on.

Blown fuse.

1. Check the fuses (FU1 and FU2) on the
Engine Controller Board.
2. Replace the fuses if necessary.

7-10 Troubleshooting

Engine Test
The printer has one test pattern (vertical lines). When an image
defect appears, a test print can be made to identify the problem. The
test print can be made by pressing the test print switch located on the
left side of the printer (see Figure 7-2 on page 7-12). A test pattern
can be printed by pressing the test print switch once after the
Photosensitive Drum has stopped and the printer has entered the
standby mode. If the switch is held down, the test pattern is printed
continuously. The switch can be used when paper is loaded in any
tray other than Tray 1.
The Engine Test does the following:

Note

●

Verifies that the Print Engine is functioning correctly (the
Formatter PCA is completely bypassed during an Engine Test)

●

Is used for isolating printer problems

●

Is used for checking and adjusting registration

●

Prints from Tray 2, 3, or 4 only, not from Tray 1

●

Can be activated with the Formatter PCA removed

For the printer to perform an Engine Test, Tray 2, 3, or 4 must be
installed and loaded with paper, and the Toner Cartridge must be
installed in the printer.

Location of Engine Test Button
The Engine Test button is located on the left side of the printer, below
the Fan vent, as shown in Figure 7-2 on page 7-12.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-11

Figure 7-2

Location of the Engine Test Button

Printing an Engine Test
To print an engine test, use a non-metallic object (such as a pencil) to
press the engine test button. A single test page with vertical lines
prints. To print multiple test pages, hold down the engine test button.

Display
The Control Panel should display READY, OFFLINE, or POWERSAVE ON.
For information about errors displayed, access the Event Log (see
page 7-13). If the display is blank, see page 7-7.

7-12 Troubleshooting

Event Log
Use the Event Log to diagnose and troubleshoot printer errors and
intermittent failures. You can either display or print the Event Log.
Access the Event Log from the Control Panel’s Information Menu.
(Select PRINT EVENT LOG or SHOW EVENT LOG.) The Event Log
retains the printer’s last 30 error messages.
See the tables starting on page 7-18 for more information about
correcting Event Log messages in the printer.
Note

LJ4000 Only: The Event Log codes and the error on the Control Panel
do not always correspond exactly. The numbers in the Control Panel
message may not be the same in the Event Log; the decimal numbers
may be shifted by one digit. For example, 13.1 on the Control Panel
reads 13.01 in the Event Log. Refer to the correct number in the tables
starting on page 7-18.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-13

Most recent error
(up to 30)

Figure 7-3

Sample Event Log

7-14 Troubleshooting

Display the Event Log
If the printer cannot print or move any paper, follow these steps to
display the Event Log. Otherwise, print the event log.
1

Press [Menu] until INFORMATION MENU appears.

2

Press [Item] until SHOW EVENT LOG appears.

3

Press [Select] to show the Event Log.

4

Press [+] to scroll through the Event Log.

5

Write down the error messages.

6

Check the Event Log for specific error trends in the last 10,000
printed pages.

7

Ask the customer for any observed error trends. (For example, do
paper jams tend to occur in a specific area of the printer?)

8

Record any specific error trends.

9

See Table 7-5, “Alphabetical Printer Messages,” on page 7-18 or
Table 7-6, “Numerical Printer Messages,” on page 7-29 and follow
the recommended action.

10 If the Control Panel displays READY, OFFLINE, or POWERSAVE ON,
go to the next section. If it displays any other message, repeat
this procedure starting from step 1.

Print the Event Log
The printer’s internal Event Log stores the last 30 errors and can be
printed at any time. To print the Event Log:
1

Press [Menu] until INFORMATION MENU appears.

2

Press [Item] until PRINT EVENT LOG appears.

3

Press [Select] to print the Event Log.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-15

Interpret the Event Log
The Event Log is the key tool in troubleshooting printer problems.
Figure 7-3 shows a typical Event Log. The Event Log shows the
current page count at the top left of the page with the printer’s serial
number directly to the right of the page count. The left column is the
error sequence number, with the error listed at the top (the highest
sequence number is the most recent error logged). The next column
is the page count at the time of the error, and the last column is the
Personality (PCL or PostScript) column or the cause of the jam at the
time of the error.
The event log for early versions of the HP LaserJet 4000 series
printer may record errors in a different format than the Control Panel
display. For example, if 13.20 PAPER JAM is displayed on the Control
Panel, the Event Log records error number 13.32.48 or 13.20.48.
Hint

Whenever a 13.XX appears on the Control Panel, a good practice is to
clear the jammed paper from the printer and print the Event Log. If you
cannot print the Event Log, you can still display it on the Control Panel.
Write the error next to the last error logged. The last error is the error
at the top of the Event Log printout with the highest number in the
left-most column.
To interpret the Event Log:
●

Each individual entry in the log is called an “error,” while all errors
occurring at the same page count are called an “event.” Read the
Recommended Action for each error comprising an event to gain
a clear picture of what took place during that event. Events
usually conclude with a time-out, or no response from device
(error 66.XX in the Event Log) which requires a power cycle of the
print engine.

●

Use the Event Log table in this section to associate errors in the
Event Log with the Control Panel error message. Follow the
recommended action listed in the table for each error or event.

7-16 Troubleshooting

Printer Messages
The following tables explain messages that might display on the
printer’s Control Panel. Alphabetical printer messages and their
meanings are listed in Table 7-5, and numerical printer messages are
listed in Table 7-6.
Hint

If a message persists requesting that you load a tray, or if a message
indicates that a previous print job is still in the printer’s memory, press
[Go] to print or press [Cancel Job] to clear the job from the printer’s
memory.

Note

Not all messages are described (many are self-explanatory).
Some printer messages are affected by the Auto Continue and
Clearable Warning settings from the Configuration Menu in the printer’s
Control Panel. If CLEARABLE WARNING=JOB is set on the Control Panel,
warning messages display on the Control Panel until the end of the job
from which they were generated. If CLEARABLE WARNING=ON is set,
warning messages display on the Control Panel until [Go] is pressed.
If an error occurs that prevents printing and AUTO CONTINUE=ON is set,
the printer goes offline for 10 seconds before it returns online. If AUTO
CONTINUE=OFF is set, the message displays until [Go] is pressed.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-17

Table 7-5. Alphabetical Printer Messages
Control Panel
Message

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

ACCESS DENIED
MENUS LOCKED

The Control Panel
function you are trying to
access has been locked
by the network
administrator to prevent
unauthorized access.

Ask the network
administrator to unlock the
function.

BAD DUPLEXER
CONNECTION

The Duplexer is not
connected properly.

1. Re-install the Duplexer.
2. If the message persists
make sure the Duplexer
is connected and the
connector is not
damaged.
3. Replace the Duplexer.

BAD OPT TRAY
CONNECTION

The optional tray is not
connected properly.

1. Re-install the optional
tray.
2. Make sure the optional
tray is connected and the
connector is not
damaged.
3. Replace the optional
tray.

CANNOT DUPLEX
REAR BIN OPEN

The printer cannot duplex Close the Rear Output
because the Rear Output Bin.
Bin is open.

CHECK INPUT DEVICE

The optional input tray
cannot feed paper to the
printer because a door or
tray is open.

alternates with

PAPER PATH OPEN
PLEASE CLOSE IT

7-18 Troubleshooting

1. Check the doors and
trays.
2. If doors and trays are
closed, check tabs and
sensor levers in the tray
for proper operation.
Replace any defective
tabs or sensors.
3. Replace the PCA
Controller in the feeder.

Table 7-5. Alphabetical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

CHOSEN LANGUAGE
NOT AVAILABLE

A print job requested a
printer language that does
not exist in the printer. The
job will not print and will
be cleared from memory.

1. Print the job using a
driver for a different printer
language, or add the
requested language to the
printer (if available).
2. Press [Go] to continue.

CLOSE TOP COVER

This message may persist
when the Top Cover is
closed because of a
damaged or improperly
connected switch.

1. Check SW101
(Figure 7-33 on
page 7-108) for proper
operation. Make sure
wires are connected.
2. Replace SW101.
3. If the new switch does
not solve the error, the
wiring or the Engine
Controller Board may be
defective.

DISK DEVICE
FAILURE

The EIO disk had a critical Reseat the EIO disk or
failure and can no longer replace it with a new one.
be used.

DISK FILE
OPERATION FAILED

The requested operation
could not be performed.
You might have
attempted an illegal
operation, such as trying
to download a file to a
non-existent directory.

1. Check the file name
and directory name.
2. Reattempt the
operation.

DISK FILE
SYSTEM IS FULL

The disk is full.

1. Delete files from the
EIO disk and then try
again, or add a flash
DIMM.
2. Download or delete
files from HP JetAdmin,
and download or delete
fonts from HP FontSmart.
(See the software help for
more information.)

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-19

Table 7-5. Alphabetical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

DISK IS
WRITE PROTECTED

The EIO disk is protected, Disable the write
and no new files can be
protection through
written to it.
HP JetAdmin.

EIO n DISK
INITIALIZING

The disk accessory card
takes a long time to
initialize. The first
parameter is the
accessory slot number for
this disk accessory card.

EIO n DISK
NOT FUNCTIONAL

The EIO disk is not
working correctly.

Remove the EIO disk from
the slot indicated.
Replace it with a new EIO
disk.

EIO n
INITIALIZING

Wait for the message to
disappear (approximately
5 minutes). If the printer
EIO card is operating
correctly and
communicating with the
network, this message
disappears after
approximately one minute
and no action is required.

If the EIO card is unable to
communicate with the
network, this message
remains for five minutes
and then disappears. In
this case the printer is not
communicating with the
network (even though the
message is no longer
present). The problem may
be a bad EIO card, a bad
cable or connection on the
network, or a network
problem. Contact your
network administrator.

alternates with

DO NOT POWER OFF

EIO n DISK
SPINNING UP

7-20 Troubleshooting

The disk accessory is
initializing. The first
parameter is the
accessory slot number for
this accessory card.

Table 7-5. Alphabetical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

ENV FEEDER LOAD
[TYPE] [SIZE]

There is no envelope in
the feeder, the wrong size
is loaded in the feeder, or
the type and size is set
incorrectly in the Control
Panel.

1. Load the requested
envelope type and size
into the Envelope Feeder.
2. Make sure the envelope
size and type are set
correctly from the Paper
Handling Menu in the
printer’s Control Panel.
3. Press [Go] if the
desired envelope is
already loaded in the
feeder.
4. Press [-Value+] to
scroll through the
available types and sizes.
5. Press [Select] to
accept the alternate type
or size.

FLASH DEVICE
FAILURE

The flash DIMM had a
critical failure and no
longer can be used.

Remove the flash DIMM
and replace it with a new
one.

FLASH FILE
OPERATION FAILED

The requested operation
could not be performed.
You might have
attempted an illegal
operation, such as trying
to download a file to a
non-existent directory.

1. Check the file name
and directory name.
2. Reattempt the
operation.

FLASH FILE
SYSTEM IS FULL

The flash DIMM is full.

1. Delete files from the
flash DIMM or add
another DIMM.
2. Download or delete
files from HP JetAdmin,
and download or delete
fonts from HP FontSmart.
(See the software help for
more information.)

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-21

Table 7-5. Alphabetical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

FLASH IS
WRITE PROTECTED

The flash DIMM is
protected, and no new
files can be written to it.

Disable the write
protection through
HP JetAdmin.

INITIALIZING

If the message displays
continually, a DIMM may
not be inserted
completely.

Reseat DIMM(s).

INPUT DEVICE
CONDITION XX.YY

An input paper handling
device has a condition
that needs attention
before printing can
resume.
1st X = Device number in
chain
2nd X= Device type
(3 types):
1 = Input
2 = Output
3 = Stapler/stacker unit
YY = Device specific error

See the documentation
that came with the paper
handling device for
assistance.

INSTALL TRAY X

The printer is unable to
print the current job
because the specified tray
(X) is open or not inserted
correctly.

1. Re-insert the specified
tray.
2. Check for damaged
tabs in the tray.
3. Check for damaged
switches in the printer.
4. Replace the PCA
Controller in the feeder.

7-22 Troubleshooting

Table 7-5. Alphabetical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

LOADING
PROGRAM 
alternates with

DO NOT POWER OFF

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

Wait for the program to
Programs and fonts can
be stored on the printer’s load.
file system. At bootup time
these entities are loaded
into RAM. (These entities
can take a long time to
load into RAM depending
on the size and number of
entities being loaded.)
The  specifies
a sequence number
indicating the current
program being loaded.

MANUALLY FEED
[TYPE] [SIZE]

One of the following
occurred:
A manual feed was
requested.
There is no paper in
Tray 1.
The wrong size of paper is
loaded.
The Control Panel is not
set for the kind of paper
loaded.

1. Load the requested
paper into Tray 1.
2. Press [Go] if the
desired paper is already
loaded in Tray 1.
3. Press [-Value+] to
scroll through the
available types and sizes.
4. Press [Select] to
accept the alternate type
or size.

MEMORY FULL
STORED DATA LOST

There is no available
memory in the printer. The
current job might not print
correctly and some
resources (such as
downloaded fonts or
macros) might have been
deleted.

The customer might want
to add more memory to
the printer or simplify the
print job.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-23

Table 7-5. Alphabetical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

MEMORY SETTINGS
CHANGED

The printer changed its
memory settings because
it did not have enough
memory to use the
previous settings for I/O
Buffering and Resource
Saving. This usually
occurs after removing
memory from the printer,
adding a Duplexer, or
adding a printer language.

You might want to change
memory settings for I/O
Buffering and Resource
Saving (although default
settings are usually best)
or add more memory to
the printer.

MEMORY SHORTAGE
JOB CLEARED

The printer did not have
enough free memory to
print the entire job. The
remainder of the job will
not print and will be
cleared from memory.

1. Press [Go] to continue.
2. Change the Resource
Saving setting from the
printer’s Control Panel or
add more memory to the
printer.

MEMORY SHORTAGE
PAGE SIMPLIFIED

The printer had to
compress the job in order
to fit it in available
memory. Some data loss
might have occurred.

Press [Go] to continue.
The customer might want
to add more memory to
the printer.

OFFLINE

The printer is offline.

Press [Go] to place the
printer online.

PERFORM PRINTER
MAINTENANCE

To ensure optimum print
quality, the printer
prompts the customer to
have routine
maintenance performed
every 200,000 pages.

Install the Printer
Maintenance Kit. You
must reset the
maintenance page count
after performing
maintenance by pressing
[Item-] and [Value-] while
turning the printer on.

7-24 Troubleshooting

Table 7-5. Alphabetical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

RAM DISK DEVICE
FAILURE

The RAM disk had a
critical failure and can no
longer be used.

1. Turn the printer off, and
then turn the printer on to
clear the message.
2. If the message persists,
install a new RAM disk.

RAM DISK FILE
OPERATION FAILED

The requested operation
could not be performed.
You might have
attempted an illegal
operation, such as trying
to download a file to a
non-existent directory.

1. Check the file name
and directory name.
2. Reattempt the
operation.

RAM DISK FILE
SYSTEM IS FULL

The RAM disk is full.

1. Delete files and then try
again, or turn the printer
off, and then turn the
printer on to delete all files
on the device. (Delete files
using HP JetAdmin,
HP FontSmart, or another
software utility. See the
software help for more
information.)
2. If the message persists,
increase the size of the
RAM disk. Change the
RAM disk size from the
Configuration Menu in the
printer’s Control Panel.

RAM DISK IS
WRITE PROTECTED

The RAM disk is
protected, and no new
files can be written to it.

Disable the write
protection through
HP JetAdmin.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-25

Table 7-5. Alphabetical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

TRAY X EMPTY

7-26 Troubleshooting

Event Log Explanation
Message
The specified tray is
empty, but the current job
does not need this tray in
order to print correctly.
If this message appears
and the tray contains
paper, a sensor could be
damaged.
PS101 detects paper in
Tray 2.
PS105 detects paper in
Tray 1.
PS107 detects paper in
Tray 3 (HP LaserJet
4050 T/4050 TN).
PS801 detects paper in
the optional 500-sheet
feeder.
PS901 detects envelopes
in the Envelope Feeder.
See Figure 7-29 on
page 7-102 for sensor
locations.

Recommended
Action
1. Load the empty tray (x)
to clear the message.
If you do not load the
specified tray, the printer
will continue printing from
the next available tray, and
the message will continue
to display.
2. Inspect the tray for
damaged tabs.
3. Check Sensor Arm
Flags for damage and be
sure they move freely.
4. Replace any defective
sensors.

Table 7-5. Alphabetical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

TRAY X LOAD
[TYPE] [SIZE]

Event Log Explanation
Message
One of the following
occurred:
There is no paper loaded
in the specified tray, or the
paper is not the size
requested, or the Control
Panel is not set for the
size of paper loaded.
The tray is not properly
adjusted for size.
The default paper size is
set incorrectly.
If this message appears
and the tray contains the
correct size of paper, a
sensor could be
damaged or a paper
sensor lever could be
stuck.

Recommended
Action
1. Load the requested
paper into the specified
tray (X).
Ensure that the trays are
correctly adjusted for
size. The tray type
settings (and size for Tray
1) must be set from the
printer’s Control Panel.
If you are trying to print
from the optional
Universal 500-sheet Tray,
be sure to set the paper
size dial.
If you are trying to print A4
or letter size paper, and
this message appears,
make sure the default
paper size is set correctly
from the Printing Menu in
the printer’s Control
Panel.
2. Press [Go] to print from
the next available tray.
3. Press [-Value+] to
scroll through the
available types and sizes.
4. Press [Select] to
accept the alternate type
or size.
5. Inspect the switches in
the tray.
6. Turn the printer on with
the tray removed and
push the switches by hand
to see if they register.
See “Paper Size Detection
Switches” on page 7-94.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-27

Table 7-5. Alphabetical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

UNABLE TO
MOPY JOB

Memory or file system
failures would not allow a
mopy job to occur. Only
one copy will be produced.

UNSUPPORTED SIZE
IN TRAY [YY]

An external paper
Load a supported paper
handling device detected size in the tray.
an unsupported paper
size. The printer will go
offline until the condition is
corrected.

USE [TYPE]
[SIZE] INSTEAD?

If the requested paper
size or type is not loaded,
the printer asks if it should
use another paper size or
type instead.

WAIT FOR PRINTER
TO REINITIALIZE

The RAM disk setting has Wait for the printer to
been changed from the
reinitialize.
printer’s Control Panel.
This change will not take
effect until the printer
reinitializes.

WRONG ENVELOPE
FEEDER INSTALLED

The Envelope Feeder you Install the correct
are trying to install will not Envelope Feeder instead.
work for this printer.

7-28 Troubleshooting

1. Press [-Value+] to
scroll through the
available types and sizes.
2. Press [Select] to
accept the alternate type
or size.

Table 7-6. Numerical Printer Messages
Control Panel
Message

Event Log Explanation
Message

13.XX PAPER JAM
[LOCATION]

Recommended
Action

Paper is jammed at the
specified location (and
possibly at other
locations).
If the message persists
after all jams have been
cleared, a sensor or
sensor lever might be
stuck or broken.
See page 7-45.

For all paper jam
messages, do the
following:
1. Remove jammed paper
from the specified
location. Check the entire
paper path for other
pieces of paper in the
path.
2. Open and close the Top
Cover to clear the
message.
3. If the jam reoccurs see
“General Paper Path
Troubleshooting” on page
7-45.
4. Check sensors and
flags in the paper path for
proper operation. For the
locations of the sensors,
see page 7-92.
For 13.1 and 13.2:
1. Ensure that paper trays
are loaded properly so
paper can feed from the
tray.
2. Check the input area for
obstructions such as
paper in the path. Also
check to see if the
Registration Assembly is
damaged or if the Transfer
Roller is out of place.
3. Check PS102 and
PS103 for proper
operation. Replace any
defective sensors or
flags. For locations of
sensors, see page 7-92.

13.1 PAPER JAM

13.1

Paper delay jam at paper
feed area.

13.2 PAPER JAM

13.2

Paper stopped jam at
paper feed area.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-29

Table 7-6. Numerical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

Event Log Explanation
Message

13.5 PAPER JAM

13.5

13.6 PAPER JAM

13.6

13.10 PAPER JAM

13.10 or
13.22
(LJ 4000
printer only)

Paper delay jam at paper
reversing area
Paper jam at Duplexer.

1. Check the Duplexer and
the rear area of the printer
for obstructions or
damage.
2. Check PS701 and
PS703 in the Duplexer for
proper operation.
Replace the Duplexer if a
sensor is defective.

13.20 PAPER JAM

13.20 or
13.32
(LJ 4000
printer only)

Paper stopped jam in the
paper path.

13.21 PAPER JAM

13.21 or
13.33
(LJ 4000
printer only)

Top open jam.

For 13.20 and 13.21:
1. Check the entire paper
path for obstructions such
as paper in the path,
Registration Area,
Transfer Area, Paper
Feed, and Fuser.
2. Check that all
assemblies are seated
and doors are closed.
3. Check all sensors and
flags in the paper path
(see page 7-92).

7-30 Troubleshooting

Recommended
Action

Paper delay jam at Fuser. For 13.5 and 13.6:
1. Check the Transfer
Roller and Small Media
Paper stopped jam at
Belt to ensure they are
Fuser.
operating and can feed
paper.
2. Check the paper path
for obstructions at the
Transfer Roller, Toner
Cartridge, Paper Feed
Guide, and Fuser.
3. Check PS501 and
PS106 for proper
operation. Replace any
defective sensors or
flags. For locations of
sensors, see page 7-92.

Table 7-6. Numerical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

20 INSUFFICIENT
MEMORY
alternates with

PRESS GO TO
CONTINUE

21 PAGE TOO
COMPLEX
alternates with

PRESS GO TO
CONTINUE

22 EIO X
BUFFER OVERFLOW
alternates with

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

The printer received more
data than can fit in its
available memory. You
might have tried to
transfer too many
macros, soft fonts, or
complex graphics.

Press [Go] to print the
transferred data (some
data might be lost), then
simplify the print job or
install additional memory.

The data (dense text,
rules, raster or vector
graphics) sent to the
printer was too complex.

Press [Go] to print the
transferred data. (Some
data might be lost.)
To print the job without
losing data, from the
Configuration Menu in the
printer’s Control Panel, set
PAGE PROTECT=ON,
print the job, and then
return PAGE
PROTECT=AUTO. Do not
leave PAGE
PROTECT=ON; it might
degrade performance.
If this message appears
often, simplify the print
job.

Too much data was sent
to the EIO card in the
specified slot (X).

Press [Go] to clear the
message. (Data will be
lost.)

PRESS GO TO
CONTINUE

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-31

Table 7-6. Numerical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

22 PARALLEL I/O
BUFFER OVERFLOW

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

PRESS GO TO
CONTINUE

Too much data was sent
to the parallel port.
This error can occur if the
driver you are using is not
IEEE-1284 compliant. For
best results, use an HP
driver that came with the
printer.

Check for a loose cable
connection and be sure to
use a high-quality cable.
(Some non-HP parallel
cables might be missing
pin connections, or might
otherwise not conform to
the IEEE-1284
specification.)
Press [Go] to clear the
error message. (Data will
be lost.)

22 SERIAL I/O
BUFFER OVERFLOW

Too much data was sent
to the serial port.

1. Make sure the correct
serial pacing option is
selected from the I/O
Menu in the printer’s
Control Panel.
2. Print a Menu Map and
verify that the serial
pacing item (from the I/O
Menu in the printer’s
Control Panel) matches
the setting on the
computer.
3. Press [Go] to clear the
error message. (Data will
be lost.)

alternates with

alternates with

PRESS GO TO
CONTINUE

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Table 7-6. Numerical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

40 BAD SERIAL
TRANSMISSION
alternates with

PRESS GO TO
CONTINUE

40 EIO X BAD
TRANSMISSION
alternates with

PRESS GO TO
CONTINUE

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

The printer encountered
an error while transferring
data from the computer.
The error might have
occurred for several
reasons:
The computer was turned
on or off while the printer
was online.
The printer’s serial
configuration was not the
same as the computer’s.

1. Verify cable
connections. Make sure
the printer’s serial
configuration is set the
same as the computer
from the I/O Menu in the
printer’s Control Panel.
2. The serial baud rate
setting can be accessed
from the I/O Menu in the
printer’s Control Panel.
3. Press [Go] to clear the
error message and
continue printing.
4. Turn the printer off.
5. Reseat the EIO card
and turn the printer on.

The connection has been
broken between the
printer and the EIO card in
the specified slot.
X Description:
1 = EIO Slot 1
2 = EIO Slot 2

1. Turn the printer off and
reseat the card.
2. Press [Go] to clear the
error message and
continue printing.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-33

Table 7-6. Numerical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

41.3 UNEXPECTED
PAPER SIZE

The paper size you are
trying to print is not the
same as the settings for
the tray.

1. Make sure that all trays
are correctly adjusted for
size. (The printer will
continue trying to print
the job until size settings
are correct.)
If you are trying to print
from Tray 1, make sure
the printer’s Control Panel
setting for paper size is
correctly configured.
If you are trying to print
from the optional
Universal 500-sheet Tray,
be sure to set the paper
size dial to match the
paper size loaded in the
tray.
2. After performing the
actions above, press [Go].
The page containing the
error will automatically be
reprinted. (Or, you might
want to press
[Cancel Job] to clear the
job from the printer’s
memory.)

41.X
PRINTER ERROR

A temporary printing error
occurred.
X Description:
1 = Unknown misprint
error
2 = Beam detect misprint
error
3 = See error 41.3 above
4 = No VSYNC error
5 = Media feed error
9 = Noise VSREQ error

Press [Go]. The page
containing the error will
automatically be
reprinted.
If the error persists:
1. Reseat the
connections to the Laser
Scanner and the Engine
Controller Board.
2. Replace the Laser
Scanner.
3. Replace the Engine
Controller Board.

alternates with

PRESS GO TO
CONTINUE

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Table 7-6. Numerical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

Event Log Explanation
Message

50.X FUSER ERROR

Recommended
Action

A Fuser error has
occurred.
X Description:
1 = Low Fuser
temperature
2 = Fuser warm up
service
3 = High Fuser
temperature
4 = Low/Bad line voltage.
(Printer hooked up to UPS
uninterruptible power
supply)
5 = Inconsistent Fuser

Turn the printer off, wait
20 minutes, and then turn
the printer on.
If the message persists,
reseat the Fuser. If that
does not work, replace the
Fuser.
To check the Fuser, turn
the printer off and remove
the Fuser. Measure the
resistance between the
Fuser connectors J132-1
and J132-2. See Figure
7-4. If it is not within the
range of 200kΩ to 500kΩ,
replace the Fuser.
If there is no continuity
between the Fuser
connectors J143F
(neutral) and J142F (hot)
with the Fuser removed,
replace the Fuser.
If the problem is not
related to the Fuser,
replace the Engine
Controller Board.

J141F
J142F J143F
J132-5
J132-4
J132-3
Figure 7-4

J132-2

J132-1

Fuser connectors

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-35

Table 7-6. Numerical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

51.X PRINTER ERROR

A loss of beam detect
occurred.
X Description:
1 = Beam detect error
2 = Laser error

1. Press [Go]. The page
containing the error will
automatically be
reprinted.
2. Turn the printer off and
then on.
3. Reseat cables. See the
wiring diagrams at the
back of this manual.
4. Replace the Laser
Scanner.

52.X PRINTER ERROR

The Laser Scanner speed
is incorrect.
X Description:
1 = Scanner startup error
2 = Scanner rotation error

1. Press [Go]. The page
containing the error will
automatically be
reprinted.
2. Turn the printer off and
then on.
3. Reseat cables. See the
wiring diagrams at the
back of this manual.
4. Replace the Laser
Scanner.

7-36 Troubleshooting

Table 7-6. Numerical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

53.XY.ZZ
PRINTER ERROR

Event Log Explanation
Message
There is a memory error
with an accessory. The
DIMM that caused the
error will not be used.
Values of X, Y, and ZZ are
as follows:
X = DIMM type
0 = ROM
1 = RAM

Recommended
Action
1. Turn the printer off, and
reseat or replace the
specified DIMM.
2. Try the DIMM in
another slot.
3. Replace the DIMM that
caused the error.

Y = Device location
0 = internal memory
(ROM or RAM)
1 to 4 = DIMM slots
1, 2, 3, or 4
ZZ= Error number
0 = Unsupported memory
1 = Unrecognized
memory
2 = Unsupported memory
size
3 = Failed RAM test
4 = Exceeded maximum
RAM size
5 = Exceeded maximum
ROM size
6 = Invalid DIMM speed
7 = DIMM reporting
information incorrectly
8 = DIMM RAM parity
error
9 = ROM needs to be
mapped to an
unsupported address
10 = DIMM address
conflict
11 = PDC XROM out of
bounds
12 = Unable to make a
temporary mapping

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-37

Table 7-6. Numerical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

55 PRINTER ERROR

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

An internal
communications error
occurred.

1. Press [Go]. The page
containing the error will
automatically be
reprinted.
2. Check the power at the
customer’s location.
3. Replace the Formatter
PCA.
4. Replace the Engine
Controller Board.

56.X PRINTER ERROR

A temporary printing error
occurred.
X Description:
1 = Illegal input or bad
accessory connector
2 = Illegal output

1. Press [Go]. The page
containing the error will
automatically be
reprinted.
2. Turn the printer off, and
then turn the printer on.
3. Check the printer’s
configuration.
4. Verify accessory
connection.

57.X PRINTER ERROR

An error occurred with the
Fan’s motor.
X Description:
4 = Printer fan
7 = Duplex fan
8 = Thermistor

1. Check the Fan’s
connector and make sure
the Fan is not blocked.
2. Replace the Fan.
3. Replace the Engine
Controller Board (for 57.8
error message only).

alternates with

PRESS GO TO
CONTINUE

7-38 Troubleshooting

Table 7-6. Numerical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

59.X PRINTER ERROR

A printing error occurred.
X Description:
0 = Motor error
1 = Motor startup error
2 = Motor rotation error

62.X
PRINTER ERROR

There is a problem with
Reseat or replace the
the printer’s memory. The specified DIMM.
X value refers to the
location of the problem:
0 = Internal memory
1 to 4= DIMM slots 1, 2, 3,
or 4

64.X
PRINTER ERROR

A scan buffer error
occurred.

1. Turn the printer off, and
then turn the printer on.
2.Cold reset.
3. If the message persists,
replace the Formatter.

66.XX.YY
FINISHER/STAPLER
STACKER FAILURE
or 66.XX.YY INPUT
DEVICE FAILURE
or 66.XX.YY OUTPUT
DEVICE FAILURE

An error occurred in an
external paper handling
device.
1st X = Device number in
chain
2nd X = Device type
(3 types):
1 Input
2 Output
3 Stapler/stacker unit
YY= Device specific error

1. Press [Go] to clear the
message. If the message
will not clear:
2. Turn the printer off, and
then turn the printer on.
3. Check all cables.
4. Reseat the external
paper handling device.

alternates with

CHECK CABLES
AND CYCLE POWER

1. Turn the printer off, and
then turn the printer on.
2. Check and reseat the
Fuser and Toner Cartridge
to make sure they are not
hindering gear movement
in the drive train.
3. Check the Main Motor’s
cable to ensure that it is
seated properly.
4. If the error persists,
replace the Motor.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-39

Table 7-6. Numerical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

Event Log Explanation
Message

Recommended
Action

68 NVRAM ERROR
CHECK SETTINGS

An error occurred in the
printer’s nonvolatile
memory (NVRAM) and
one or more printer
settings has been reset to
its factory default.

1. Print a Configuration
Page and check the
printer settings to
determine which values
have changed.
2. Hold down [Cancel
Job] while turning the
printer on. This will clean
up the NVRAM by
removing old areas that
are not being used.

68 NVRAM FULL
CHECK SETTINGS

An error occurred in the
printer’s nonvolatile
memory (NVRAM) and
one or more printer
settings has been reset to
its factory default.

1. Print a Configuration
Page and check the
printer settings to
determine which values
have changed.
2. Hold down [Cancel
Job] while turning the
printer on. This will clean
up the NVRAM by
removing old areas that
are not being used.

69.X
PRINTER ERROR

A temporary printing error 1. Turn the printer off, and
occurred.
then turn the printer on.
X Description:
2. Reseat the Duplexer.
0 = The Duplex
mechanism has failed

7-40 Troubleshooting

Table 7-6. Numerical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

79.XXXX
PRINTER ERROR

Event Log Explanation
Message
The printer detected an
error. The numbers
(XXXX) indicate the
specific type of error.

Recommended
Action
1. Turn the printer off, and
then turn the printer on.
2. Try printing a job from a
different software
application. If the job
prints, go back to the first
application and try printing
a different file. (If the
message only appears
with a certain software
application or print job,
have the customer contact
the software vendor for
assistance.)
If the message persists,
try the following:
1. Cycle power.
2. Reseat or replace the
interface cable and cycle
power.
3. Remove the DIMMs
one at a time and cycle
power.
4. Try using the parallel
interface, if possible.
5. With the EIO cards
removed from the printer,
perform a cold reset.
6. If the error persists,
replace the Formatter.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-41

Table 7-6. Numerical Printer Messages (continued)
Control Panel
Message

8X.YYYY

7-42 Troubleshooting

Event Log Explanation
Message
The EIO accessory in slot
X has encountered a
critical error as specified
by YYYY.
X Description:
1 = EIO slot 1 – The
printer detected an error
with the EIO card.
2 = EIO slot 2 – The
printer detected an error
with the EIO card.
6 = EIO slot 1 – The EIO
card detected an error.
The EIO card may be
defective.
7 = EIO slot 2 – The EIO
card detected an error.
The EIO card may be
defective.

Recommended
Action
1. Turn the printer off, and
then turn the printer on.
2. Reseat or replace the
EIO board.

The following table lists the disk error numbers reported on either
the Printer Collation or Job Storage Disk Error page, which is
printed when an error exists.
Table 7-7. Mopy Disk Error Messages
Disk
Error
Number

Error Description

Solution

1

Disk volume not present – it
may be uninitialized.

• Hard disk: Initialize the hard disk. If the
problem persists, replace the hard drive.
• RAM disk: Power cycle the printer.

3

A file or directory asked for
could not be found.

• Possible data corruption, delete the job the
error occurred with.

5

Invalid # of bytes given in a
read/write request.

• Possible data corruption, delete the job the
error occurred with.

6

Attempt to create a file or
directory that already exists.

• The user has sent a username that is the
same as an existing directory. Change the
username in the driver and resend the job.

15

Bad Disk

• Hard disk: Initialize the hard disk. If the
problem persists, replace the hard drive.

16

No volume label

• Hard disk: Initialize the hard disk. If the
problem persists, replace the hard drive.

23

Bad seek request – the
resulting offset would be
negative.

• Possible data corruption, delete the job the
error occurred with.

24

Unexpected internal error

• Possible data corruption, delete the job the
error occurred with.
• Disk media problem – initialize the hard disk
or reboot to reinitialize the RAM disk.
• If the problem persists on a hard drive,
replace the hard drive.

55

Bad file system

• Possible data corruption, delete the job the
error occurred with.
• Disk media problem – initialize the hard disk
or reboot to reinitialize the RAM disk.
• If the problem persists on a hard drive,
replace the hard drive.

56

Hardware failure

• Replace the hard drive.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-43

Disk
Error
Number

Error Description

Solution

59

The maximum number of
directories has been reached

There is a maximum number of directories that
can be put on a disk. Stored jobs are stored in
directories created for each user. To solve this
problem:
• Delete all jobs stored for a user. The
firmware will automatically delete the
directory for a user with no stored jobs.
• Delete other directories on the disk.

70

Disk Error

• Contact your HP Service and Support
Representative.

7-44 Troubleshooting

General Paper Path Troubleshooting
Paper jams occur in the printer when paper does not either reach or
clear a photosensor along the printer’s paper path in a specific
amount of time. If a paper jam occurs, a 13.XX PAPER JAM message
is displayed on the printer’s Control Panel. The following table
contains general questions you might ask and topics to explore prior
to troubleshooting. See the 13.xx section in the Event Log for specific
error codes.
Table 7-8. General Paper Path Troubleshooting Questions
Troubleshooting Check

Action

What is the frequency of the paper jams (for
Verify with the customer. Print the Event Log to
example: continuous, one jam per 100 pages, determine the paper jam history. See “Display”
one jam per 1000 pages)?
(page 7-12) and the “Sample Event Log”
(page 7-13) and evaluate the Event Log.
Do paper jams only occur when the paper is
Use the Paper Path Test to isolate the problem
fed from a particular paper input source (such (page 7-47).
as Tray 1 or Tray 2)?
Do jams only occur when paper is output to a
specific output bin (either the Top Output Bin
or Rear Output Bin)?

Use the Paper Path Test to isolate the problem
(page 7-47).

Do paper jams occur with a specific type of
paper?

Try different media. See the HP LaserJet
Printer Family Paper Specification Guide. The
guide is bundled with this service manual.

Where does the leading edge of the first sheet
of paper in the printer’s paper path stop when
a jam occurs? Are any sheets of paper
damaged or torn?

Attempt to duplicate. Use the Paper Path Test
to isolate the problem. Inspect the paper path
and all paper path mechanical assemblies up
to the location where the paper jams.

Is the customer loading the paper trays
correctly?

Observe the customer loading paper. Do not
fan paper. See proper paper handling
procedures in the HP LaserJet Printer Family
Paper Specification Guide.

Is the customer overfilling the paper trays?

Ensure that paper is NOT over the maximum
fill marks in the paper trays. Observe the
customer loading paper in the trays.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-45

Table 7-8. General Paper Path Troubleshooting Questions (continued)
Troubleshooting Check

Action

Are the paper tray guides set correctly?

Ensure that the left-side paper guides for Trays
2 and 3 are set correctly at both the front and
rear of the trays, and that the front guide is
locked into the correct position. For Tray 4
ensure that all adjustments are set correctly:
front, back, and side, at the top and bottom of
the tray.

Does the printer need to be cleaned?

Inspect the paper path and paper path rollers.
See the cleaning procedures in Chapter 4.

When was maintenance last performed on the Determine from the Configuration Page the
printer?
number of pages since the last maintenance
(see Figure 7-7 on page 7-52). The Printer
Maintenance Kit should be installed every
200,000 images.

There are four photosensors (PS102, PS103, PS106, PS501) in the
paper path for detecting arrival or passing of the paper.
If the paper does not reach or pass these sensors within the
prescribed time, the microprocessor on the Engine Controller Board
assesses a paper jam and notifies the Formatter of the jam. See page
7-92 for the location and function of sensors.

7-46 Troubleshooting

Paper Path Test
To perform a Paper Path Test:
1

Press [Menu] until INFORMATION MENU appears.

2

Press [Item] until PRINT PAPER PATH TEST appears.

3

Press [Select].

4

Press [+] to cycle selections until the desired paper tray appears.

5

Press [Select].

6

Press [+] until the desired output bin appears (open the Rear
Output Bin to print to it).

7

Press [Select].

8

Press [+] until the desired duplex mode (on or off) appears.

9

Press [Select].

10 Press [+] to cycle selections until the desired number of copies
appears. Choose 1, 10, 50, 100, or 500 copies.
11 Press [Select] to perform the Paper Path Test.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-47

Information Pages
From the printer’s Control Panel you can print pages that give details
about the printer and its current configuration. The following
information pages are described here:
●

Menu Map

●

Configuration Page

●

PCL or PS font list

For a complete list of the printer’s information pages, print a Menu
Map and see the Information Menu.

Menu Map
To see the current settings for the menus and items available in the
Control Panel, print a Control Panel Menu Map:
1

Press [Menu] until INFORMATION MENU appears.

2

Press [Item] until PRINT MENU MAP appears.

3

Press [Select] to print the Menu Map.

The content of the Menu Map varies, depending on the options
currently installed in the printer. The printer driver or software
application can override many of these values.

7-48 Troubleshooting

Figure 7-5

Sample Menu Map (4000 series printer)

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-49

Figure 7-6

Sample Menu Map (4050 series printer)

7-50 Troubleshooting

Configuration Page
Use the Configuration Page to view current printer settings, to help
troubleshoot printer problems, or to verify installation of optional
accessories, such as memory (DIMMs), paper trays, and printer
languages.
Note

If an HP JetDirect print server EIO card is installed, a JetDirect
Configuration Page will print out as well.
To print a Configuration Page:
1

Press [Menu] until INFORMATION MENU appears.

2

Press [Item] until PRINT CONFIGURATION appears.

3

Press [Select] to print the Configuration Page.

Figure 7-7 on page 7-52 is a sample Configuration Page. The content
of the Configuration Page varies, depending on the options currently
installed in the printer.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-51

Printer Information
Lists the serial number, HP JetSend
IP addresses, page counts, and other
information for the printer.

Memory
Lists printer memory, PCL Driver work space
(DWS), and I/O buffering and resource saving
information.

Installed
Personalities
and Options
Lists all printer
languages that
are installed
(such as PCL
and PS) and
lists options
that are
installed in
each DIMM
slot and EIO
slot.

Security
Lists the
status of
the
printer’s
Control
Panel
Lock,
Control
Panel
Password,
and disk
drive.

Event Log
Lists the
number of
entries in the
log, the
maximum
number of
entries
viewable, and
the last three
entries.

Paper
Trays and
Options
Lists the
size
settings for
all trays
and lists
optional
paper
handling
accessories
that are
installed.

Figure 7-7

Sample Configuration Page (4000 series printer)

7-52 Troubleshooting

Printer Information
Lists the serial number, HP JetSend IP
addresses, page counts, and other
information for the printer.
addresses, page counts, and other
information for the printer.

Memory
Lists printer memory, PCL Driver work
space (DWS), and I/O buffering and
resource saving information.

Event Log
Lists the
number of
entries in the
log, the
maximum
number of
entries
viewable,
and the last
three entries.

Security
Lists the
status of
the printer’s
Control
Panel Lock,
Control
Panel
Password,
and disk
drive.

Installed
Personalities
and Options
Lists all
printer
languages
that are
installed
(such as PCL
and PS) and
lists options
that are
installed in
each DIMM
slot and EIO
slot.

Paper
Trays and
Options
Lists the
size
settings for
all trays
and lists
optional
paper
handling
accessorie
s that are
installed.

Toner Gauge
A graphic representation of amount
of Toner remaining in the Toner
Cartridge.

Figure 7-8

Sample Configuration Page (4050 series printer)

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-53

Verify Installed Options
Under “Installed Personality” on the Configuration Page, look for
options such as hard disk or DIMM types and sizes.
Verify that the options which are installed in the printer are reflected
on the Configuration Page. If an installed device is not shown, reseat
the device and print a new Configuration Page.

Image Quality
When you are working with customers, obtain a print sample before
you begin troubleshooting the printer. Ask the customer to explain the
quality they expect from the printer. The print sample will also help
clarify the customer’s explanation.

Table 7-9. Image Quality Checks
Image Quality Checks

Action

Does the problem repeat on Use the Repetitive Defect Ruler on page 7-73.
the page?
Is the Toner Cartridge full
and is it manufactured by
HP?

Check the Toner Cartridge using the checklist on page 7-55.

Is the customer using print
media that meets all HP
paper specification
standards?

For more information about HP’s paper specification standards,
see Chapter 1 of this manual and the HP LaserJet Family Paper
Specification Guide.

Is the print sample similar to Compare and perform the actions recommended in the Print
those in the Print Quality
Quality Tables.
Tables on page 7-58?
Is the problem on the Toner Perform the Half Self Test Functional Check (page 7-74) to
Cartridge Drum or the
determine where the defect is.
Transfer Roller?
If a dark and distinct Toner image is preset on the Drum’s surface,
assume that the first four functions of the electrophotographic
process are functioning (cleaning, conditioning, writing, and
developing – see Chapter 5), and troubleshoot the failure as a
Transfer or Fusing problem.

7-54 Troubleshooting

Check the Toner Cartridge
Image formation defects are often the result of problems with the
Toner Cartridge. If there is any doubt, always replace the Toner
Cartridge before troubleshooting image defects.
Use the following checklist to ensure that the Toner Cartridge is still
operable.
●

Ensure that the Toner Cartridge has Toner.

Table 7-10. Weights of Toner Cartridges
Toner Cartridge
Capacity

Full Weight

Empty Weight

6,000 pages

45.7 ounces
1295 grams

36 ounces
1020 grams

10,000 pages

51 ounces
1445 grams

35.3 ounces
1000 grams

●

Check the expiration date of the Toner Cartridge (stamped on the
box).

●

Check the Toner Cartridge to see if it has been disassembled or
refilled.

●

Ensure that the Toner Cartridge is seated properly in the printer.

●

Inspect the cartridge for leaking Toner through worn seals. (If the
Drum has been manually rotated, it may have caused internal
damage and Toner may spill.)

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-55

Note

Toner Cartridges are rated for 6,000 or 10,000 images at 5% coverage
(depending on the model). It is possible to wear out the gears and the
cartridge seals before TONER LOW is displayed if the number of images
exceeds 6,000 or 10,000 (depending on the model). See “EconoMode”
below.
●

Check the surface of the Photosensitive Drum in the cartridge to
see if it has been damaged or scratched. Touching the Drum will
contaminate the photosensitive surface and may cause spotting
and defects during printing.

●

White areas on the page may indicate that the Drum has been
exposed to light for too long. If white areas appear, stop the
printer and wait a few minutes This should eliminate most
defective images. If not, place the Toner Cartridge in a dark
environment for several days. This can restore some life to the
Drum.

EconoMode
EconoMode creates draft-quality printing by reducing the amount of
Toner on the printed page by up to 50%. Advise the customer to turn
EconoMode on or off from the printer driver or software application,
since those settings override the Control Panel settings. EconoMode
settings can also be accessed from the Print Quality Menu.
CAUTION

HP does not recommend full-time use of EconoMode. If EconoMode
is used full-time, it is possible that the Toner supply will outlast the
mechanical parts in the Toner Cartridge.

7-56 Troubleshooting

Image Defects
The quality of the printer’s output is subject to the judgment of the
user. This section of the manual helps you define print quality defects
and understand what factors affect print quality.
The print samples shown in the following tables illustrate some print
quality defects. Keep copies of print quality defects encountered in
the field with an explanation of their causes for future reference.
The image defects listed below are covered in the following tables.
●

Black Page (page 7-58)

●

Blank Page (page 7-59)

●

Blank Spots (page 7-60)

●

Creases (page 7-61)

●

Curl (page 7-62)

●

Contamination on Back (page 7-63)

●

Distorted Image (page 7-64)

●

Dropouts (page 7-65)

●

Faded Print/Bubbles (page 7-65)

●

Gray Background (page 7-66)

●

Horizontal Black Lines (page 7-67)

●

Horizontal Smudges (page 7-67)

●

Horizontal White Lines (page 7-67)

●

Light Print, Dark Print, or Fade (page 7-68)

●

Loose Toner (page 7-69)

●

Repetitive Defects (page 7-69)

●

Skew (page 7-70)

●

Toner Smear (page 7-70)

●

Toner Specks (page 7-71)

●

Vertical Black Lines (page 7-71)

●

Vertical Dots (page 7-72)

●

Vertical White Lines (page 7-72)

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-57

Hint

If you find a defect that is not depicted, record the probable cause along
with the conditions in the printing environment and save a copy of the
defect for future reference.

Table 7-11. Black Page
Possible Cause

Action

The high-voltage
power supply
connections are
contaminated.

Clean the high-voltage power supply terminals. See
Figure 7-20, “Engine Controller Board Layout,” on
page 7-93. Also clean the high-voltage springs
where they contact the Toner Cartridge.

The high-voltage
power supply is
installed improperly.
If the high voltage
power supply has
been removed and
replaced, it may not
be seated properly.

Remove the Engine Controller Board and check the
connectors for damage. Reseat the Engine
Controller Board, being certain to fully seat the
connectors.

Defective Primary
Charging Roller.

Replace the Toner Cartridge.

The Laser Drive
circuitry is damaged
on the Engine
Controller Board so
that the laser is
always on.

Replace the Engine Controller Board, followed by the
Formatter PCA if necessary.

7-58 Troubleshooting

Table 7-12. Blank Page
Possible Cause

Action

No Toner is available
for print.

Remove sealing tape or replace the Toner
Cartridge.

Defective laser
shutter.

Check the laser shutter for free operation when
inserting the Toner Cartridge.

Toner Cartridge Guide Make sure the guide is installed properly above the
damaged, improperly Toner Cartridge.
positioned, or missing.
No Transfer Roller
voltage.

Without Transfer Roller voltage, Toner cannot be
attracted from the surface of the Drum to the
paper. Perform the Half Self Test Functional Check
(page 7-74) to check all other electrophotographic
processes. Replace the Transfer Roller if
necessary.

No developing bias.

1. Clean the High-voltage Power Supply Contacts.
With no developing bias charge, Toner is not
attracted to the Drum.
2. Replace the Engine Controller Board.

No Drum Ground
Path.

With no ground path the Drum cannot discharge.
The negative charge on the Drum repels Toner,
and leaves a white page with bubble print.
1. Check the Drum Ground Spring and connect it
as shown on page 6-44.
2. Replace the Engine Controller Board.

Defective laser
Scanner Cable
Assembly.

Low-level signals exchanged between the Laser
Scanner Assembly and the Engine Controller
Board may be affecting laser output. Replace the
Laser Scanner Cable Assembly.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-59

Table 7-13. Blank Spots
Possible Cause

Action

Paper does not meet
printer specifications
or is stored
improperly.

1. Print a few more pages to see if the problem
corrects itself.
2. Turn over the stack of paper in the tray. Also try
rotating the paper 180°.
3. Check the paper (or other print media) type and
quality. Replace the paper, and advise the customer
to use the recommended paper and store it properly.

Contaminated or
deformed Transfer
Roller.

Replace the Transfer Roller.

Defective Toner
Cartridge.

Replace the Toner Cartridge.

See also “Dropouts” on page 7-65.

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Table 7-14. Creases
Possible Cause

Action

Paper does not meet
printer specifications
or is stored
improperly.

1. Print a few more pages to see if the problem
corrects itself.
2. Turn over the stack of paper in the tray. Also try
rotating the paper 180°.
3. Check the paper (or other print media) type and
quality. Replace the paper, and advise the customer
to use the recommended paper and store it properly.

Printer’s operating
Make sure the printer’s operating environment meets
environment does not specifications.
meet specifications.
Paper is loaded
incorrectly.

Make sure paper is loaded correctly and that the
guides fit properly against the paper stack.

Wrong tray.

Print from a different tray (such as Tray 1).

Wrong output bin for
paper type.

Print to a different output bin (top or Rear Output
Bin).

Obstruction in paper
path.

1. Check the paper path for paper or label debris.
2. Check for damaged components that could be
creasing the paper.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-61

Table 7-15. Curl
Possible Cause

Action

Paper does not meet
printer specifications
or is stored
improperly.

1. Print a few more pages to see if the problem
corrects itself.
2. Turn over the stack of paper in the tray. Also try
rotating the paper 180°.
3. Check the paper (or other print media) type and
quality. Replace the paper, and advise the customer
to use the recommended paper and store it properly.

Printer’s operating
Make sure the printer’s operating environment meets
environment does not specifications.
meet specifications.
Wrong output bin.

Print to a different output bin (top or Rear Output
Bin).

Wrong Fuser setting
for paper type.

From the Paper Handling Menu on the Control
Panel, change the Fuser mode setting or choose
another paper type from the printer driver.
See also “Dropouts” on page 7-65.

7-62 Troubleshooting

Table 7-16. Contamination on Back
Possible Cause

Action

Contamination inside
printer (Tray
Separation Roller,
Feed Roller, Transfer
Roller, Fuser, Toner
Cartridge).

1. Print at least 10 pages to see if the problem goes
away.
2. Print a cleaning page (page 4-4).
Identify and clean the contaminated part according
to the “Repetitive Defect Ruler” on page 7-73. If
contamination cannot be removed, replace the
contaminated part.
3. Check for Toner leaks.

Paper does not meet
printer specifications
or is stored
improperly.

1. Print a few more pages to see if the problem
corrects itself.
2. Turn over the stack of paper in the tray. Also try
rotating the paper 180°.
3. Check the paper (or other print media) type and
quality. Replace the paper, and advise the customer
to use the recommended paper and store it properly.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-63

Table 7-17. Distorted Image
Possible Cause

Action

Paper does not meet
printer specifications
or is stored
improperly.

1. Print a few more pages to see if the problem
corrects itself.
2. Turn over the stack of paper in the tray. Also try
rotating the paper 180°.
3. Check the paper (or other print media) type and
quality. Replace the paper, and advise the customer
to use the recommended paper and store it properly.

Printer’s operating
Make sure the printer’s operating environment meets
environment does not specifications.
meet specifications.
Wrong output bin for
paper type.

Print to a different output bin.

Poor connection of
cables to the Laser
Scanner.

Reseat the cables connected to the Laser Scanner.

Poor connection of
cables to the Engine
Controller Board.

Reseat the cables connected to the Engine
Controller Board.

Defective Laser
Scanner.

Replace the Laser Scanner.

Defective Engine
Controller Board.

Replace the Engine Controller Board.

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Table 7-18. Dropouts
Possible Cause

Action

Paper might be too
smooth.

Check the paper (or other print media) type and
quality.

Printer’s operating
Make sure the printer’s operating environment meets
environment does not specifications.
meet specifications.
Wrong Toner density
setting.

From the print quality menu on the Control Panel,
adjust the Toner density setting. Make sure
EconoMode is off.

Wrong Fuser setting
for paper type.

From the Paper Handling Menu on the Control
Panel, change the Fuser Mode setting or choose
another paper type from the printer driver.
See also “Blank Spots” on page 7-60.

Table 7-19. Faded Print/Bubbles
Possible Cause

Action

No Drum ground path. With no ground path the Drum cannot discharge.
The negative charge on the Drum repels Toner, and
leaves a white page with bubble print.
1. Check the Drum ground spring and connect it as
shown on page 6-44.
2. Replace the Engine Controller Board.
Engine Controller
Board.

Replace the Engine Controller Board.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-65

Table 7-20. Gray Background
Possible Cause

Action

Paper does not meet
printer specifications
or is stored
improperly.

1. Print a few more pages to see if the problem
corrects itself.
2. Turn over the stack of paper in the tray. Also try
rotating the paper 180°.
3. Check the paper (or other print media) type and
quality. Replace the paper, and advise the customer
to use the recommended paper and store it properly.

Printer’s operating
Make sure the printer’s operating environment meets
environment does not specifications.
meet specifications.
Wrong Toner density
setting.

From the Print Quality Menu on the Control Panel,
adjust the Toner density setting. Make sure
EconoMode is off.

Faulty Toner
Cartridge.

Replace the Toner Cartridge.

See also “Light Print, Dark Print, or Fade” on page
7-68.

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Table 7-21. Horizontal Black Lines
Possible Cause

Action

Defective Laser
Scanner Assembly or
Engine Controller
Board.

1. See the “Repetitive Defect Ruler” on page 7-73.
2. Reseat connectors on the Laser Scanner and
Engine Controller Board.
3. Replace the Laser Scanner Assembly followed by
the Engine Controller Board, if necessary.

Table 7-22. Horizontal Smudges
Possible Cause

Action

Paper path
contamination or
damage.

1. See the “Repetitive Defect Ruler” on page 7-73.
2. Check the Toner Cartridge and replace it if
necessary.
3. Check the Fuser and replace it if necessary.

Table 7-23. Horizontal White Lines
Possible Cause

Action
1. Check the Toner Cartridge and replace it if
necessary.
2. Check the Fuser and replace it if necessary.
3. Replace the Laser Scanner Assembly, followed by
the Engine Controller Board, if necessary.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-67

Table 7-24. Light Print, Dark Print, or Fade
Possible Cause

Action

Wrong Toner density
setting.

From the print quality menu on the Control Panel,
adjust the Toner density setting. Make sure
EconoMode is off.

Toner Cartridge is low. Replace the Toner Cartridge.
Transfer Roller is
defective.

Replace the Transfer Roller.

Paper does not meet
printer specifications
or is stored
improperly.

1. Print a few more pages to see if the problem
corrects itself.
2. Turn over the stack of paper in the tray. Also try
rotating the paper 180°.
3. Check the paper (or other print media) type and
quality. Replace the paper, and advise the customer
to use the recommended paper and store it properly.

Poor contact to the
Engine Controller
Board.

1. Ensure that the Drum Ground Spring is connected
to the Engine Controller Board correctly.
2. Clean the contacts if they are contaminated. If the
problem remains after cleaning, or parts are
damaged or deformed, replace them.
3. Replace the Engine Controller Board if necessary.

Defective Laser
Scanner.

Replace the Laser Scanner.

Defective Engine
Controller Board.

Replace the Engine Controller Board.

See also “Faded Print/Bubbles” on page 7-65.

7-68 Troubleshooting

Table 7-25. Loose Toner
Possible Cause

Action

Contamination in the
printer.

1. Print a few more pages to see if the problem
corrects itself.
2. Clean the inside of the printer (page 4-2) or use
the printer’s cleaning page (page 4-4).

Toner Cartridge is
defective.

Replace the Toner Cartridge.

Paper might be too
smooth.

Check the paper (or other print media) type and
quality.

Wrong Fuser setting
for paper type.

From the Paper Handling Menu on the Control
Panel, change the Fuser Mode setting or choose
another paper type from the printer driver.

Defective Fuser.

Replace the Fuser.

Table 7-26. Repetitive Defects
Possible Cause

Action

Contamination or
defect on a roller.

See “Repetitive Defect Ruler” on page 7-73.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-69

Table 7-27. Skew
Possible Cause

Action

Paper does not meet
printer specifications
or is stored
improperly.

1. Print a few more pages to see if the problem
corrects itself.
2. Turn over the stack of paper in the tray. Also try
rotating the paper 180°.
3. Check the paper (or other print media) type and
quality. Replace the paper, and advise the customer
to use the recommended paper and store it properly.

Paper is not loaded
Make sure paper is loaded correctly and that the
correctly or trays are guides fit properly against the paper stack.
not adjusted properly.
Registration Assembly Be sure that the Registration Assembly is installed
is improperly installed. correctly.

Table 7-28. Toner Smear
Possible Cause

Action

Contamination in the
printer.

1. Print a few more pages to see if the problem
corrects itself.
2. Clean the inside of the printer (page 4-2) or use
the printer’s cleaning page (page 4-4).

Paper might be too
smooth.

Check the paper (or other print media) type and
quality.

Defective Toner
Cartridge.

Replace the Toner Cartridge. (See instructions with
the Toner Cartridge.)

Wrong Fuser setting
for paper type.

From the Paper Handling Menu on the Control
Panel, change the Fuser Mode setting or choose
another paper type from the printer driver.

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Table 7-29. Toner Specks
Possible Cause

Action

Contamination in
printer.

1. Print a few more pages to see if the problem
corrects itself.
2. Clean the inside of the printer (page 4-2) or use
the printer’s cleaning page (page 4-4).

Paper does not meet
printer specifications
or is stored
improperly.

1. Print a few more pages to see if the problem
corrects itself.
2. Turn over the stack of paper in the tray. Also try
rotating the paper 180°.
3. Check the paper (or other print media) type and
quality. Replace the paper, and advise the customer
to use the recommended paper and store it properly.

Alternating small and To alternate small and standard paper, from the
standard paper (such Configuration Menu on the Control Panel, set SMALL
PAPER SPEED=SLOW.
as envelopes and
letterhead).

Table 7-30. Vertical Black Lines
Possible Cause

Action

Defective Toner
Cartridge.

Replace the Toner Cartridge.

Contaminated Fuser
Entrance Guide.

Clean the Guide.

Scratches on the
Fuser.

Replace the Fuser.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-71

Table 7-31. Vertical Dots
Possible Cause

Action

Contaminated Static
Eliminator teeth.

Clean the Static Eliminator.

Poor contact between Clean the contacts, if contaminated. If the problem
the Static Eliminator remains after cleaning, or parts are damaged or
and the Engine
deformed, replace them.
Controller Board.
Deformed or
deteriorated Transfer
Roller.

Replace the Transfer Roller.

Defective Engine
Controller Board.

Replace the Engine Controller Board.

Table 7-32. Vertical White Lines
Possible Cause

Action

Lack of Toner or
Redistribute the Toner in the Toner Cartridge. If the
faulty Toner Cartridge. problem continues, replace the Toner Cartridge.
Contamination in the
Laser Path.

Clean the Laser Path. (Remove the Laser Scanner
Assembly and clean the lens.)

Defective Fuser.

Replace the Fuser Assembly.

Dirty mirror in the
Laser Scanner.

Replace the Laser Scanner.

7-72 Troubleshooting

Repetitive Defect Ruler
Repetitive print defects are usually associated with a specific roller
within the printer or the Toner Cartridge. Use Figure 7-9 to isolate the
cause of repetitive print defects. Align the first occurrence of the
defect with the top of the “ruler” and measure to the next occurrence
of the defect to determine the roller in question. When you are certain
that your defect pattern matches the pattern of the ruler, replace the
indicated roller.

Figure 7-9

Repetitive Defect Ruler

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-73

Image System Troubleshooting
Half Self Test Functional Check
The electrophotographic process can be subdivided into the following
stages:
●

Cleaning (removes excess Toner from Drum surface)

●

Conditioning (places a uniform electrical charge on Drum)

●

Writing (laser strikes surface of Drum and creates latent image)

●

Developing (forms the Toner image on Drum)

●

Transferring (charge transfers the image to paper)

●

Fusing (heat and pressure produces a permanent image)

The purpose of the Half Self Test Check is to determine which stage
is malfunctioning. Perform the test as follows:
1

Print a Configuration Page from the Control Panel Information
Menu.

2

Open the Top Cover after the paper advances half-way through
the printer (about five seconds after the main motor begins
rotation). The leading edge of the paper should have advanced
past the Toner Cartridge.

3

Remove the Toner Cartridge.

4

Open the Toner Cartridge’s Drum shield to view the Drum’s
surface.

If a dark and distinct Toner image is present on the Drum’s surface,
assume that the first four functions of the electrophotographic process
are functioning (cleaning, conditioning, writing, and developing – see
Chapter 5), and troubleshoot the failure as a transfer or fusing
problem.
If no image is present on the Photosensitive Drum, perform all the
following functional checks.

7-74 Troubleshooting

Drum Rotation Functional Check
The Photosensitive Drum, located in the Toner Cartridge, must rotate
for the print process to work. The Photosensitive Drum receives its
drive from the Main Drive Assembly. To verify whether the Drum is
rotating:

Note

1

Open the Top Cover.

2

Remove the Toner Cartridge.

3

Mark the cartridge’s drive gear with a felt-tipped marker. Note the
position of the mark.

4

Install the Toner Cartridge and close the Top Cover. The start-up
sequence should rotate the Drum enough to move the marked
gear.

5

Open the printer and inspect the marked gear. Verify that the
mark moved. If the gear did not move, inspect the main drive
assembly to ensure that it is meshing with the Toner Cartridge
gears. If the Drive Gears function and the Drum does not move,
replace the Toner Cartridge.

This test is especially important if refilled Toner Cartridges are in use.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-75

High-voltage Power Supply Functional Check
The High-voltage Power Supply Assembly provides the necessary
voltages for the printer’s electrophotographic processes. The +24B
VDC supply is used to power the High-voltage Power Supply
Assembly. A summary of the major components of the High-voltage
System is given in Table 7-33.
Table 7-33. High Voltage System Checks
Checks

Action

Are the connectors for the Primary Charge
Roller, Drum Ground, Developing Bias, and
Toner Level Sensor damaged, corroded,
contaminated, or missing?

1. Inspect and correct each item.
2. Check the Toner Cartridge.
3. Check all wire connections.
4. Replace the Engine Controller Board if the
connection cannot be repaired.

Are the High-voltage Power Supply
connections contaminated, bent, or broken?

1. Clean the terminals with alcohol only.
2. Check all wire connections.
3. Replace the Engine Controller Board if the
connection cannot be repaired.

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Interface Troubleshooting
This section provides an overview of the printer’s interface
requirements.

Communications Check
Note

Communication problems are normally the customer’s responsibility.
Time spent attempting to resolve these problems may not be covered
by the product’s Hewlett-Packard warranty.
Refer the customer to the network administrator for assistance in
troubleshooting network problems.
If the printer is not connected to an MS-DOS-based host, proceed to
Table 7-34, “Communications Checks,” on page 7-82.

Test Message
After the printer is installed, verify communications between the
printer and the IBM-compatible computer. Enter the following at the
DOS prompt:
C: \ DIR > LPT1 Enter (for printing to the parallel port)
The printer should print a directory listing of the C: \ directory.

EIO Troubleshooting
The JetDirect Configuration Page shown in Figure 7-10 contains
valuable information regarding the current status of the EIO
accessories. Before attempting to troubleshoot a network problem or
notifying your network consultant of a problem, always print a
Configuration Page.
See the HP JetDirect Network Interface Configuration Guide for
detailed explanations of network issues.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-77

Network statistics

I/O card status

IP address

Novell status
Node name

Figure 7-10

Sample JetDirect Configuration Page (4000 series printer)

7-78 Troubleshooting

Sample JetDirect Configuration Page (4050 series printer)

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-79

HP JetDirect Configuration
●

If the HP EIO JetDirect Card has successfully powered up and
completed its internal diagnostics, the I/O CARD READY message
appears. If communication is lost, an I/O NOT READY message
appears followed by a two-digit error code. See the HP JetDirect
Network Interface Configuration Guide for further details and
recommended action.

●

The “Network Statistics” column indicates that network activity
has been occurring. Bad packets, framing errors, un-sendable
packets and collisions should be minimal. If a high percentage
(greater than one percent) of these occur, contact the network
administrator. All of the statistics are set to zero when the printer
is powered-off.

●

The “Novell Status” block should state the Novell printer server
name to which the printer is connected. If the node name reads
“NPIxxxxxx” (xxxxxx=last six digits of the EIO’s LAN address), the
EIO card has not been configured for a Novell server. This could
indicate that the card is operating under an IPX protocol other
than Novell. Consult with the network administrator if the Node
Name is not present.

●

In the TCP/IP protocol block, the default IP address is
“192.0.0.192.” It is acceptable to operate the printer with this
default address. The error message ARP DUPLICATE ADDRESS
may appear in this block. This is also an acceptable error code if
the TCP/IP protocol is not being used. Check with the network
administrator to determine the correct IP Address for the printer.

7-80 Troubleshooting

AUTOEXEC.BAT Standard Configurations
Parallel DOS Commands
If the previous check did not produce the desired result, ensure that
the AUTOEXEC.BAT file contains the following statements for parallel
interface communications:
MODE LPT1: , , P
For MS-DOS version 4.0 and above:
MODE LPT1: , , B
Note

This example assumes that you are using parallel printer port LPT1. If
you are using LPT2 or LPT3, replace LPT1 in the example with the
appropriate printer port.
If the problem persists, see Table 7-34, “Communications Checks,” on
page 7-82.

Serial DOS Commands
Most IBM-compatible computers default to a parallel printer port. To
ensure that information is sent to the serial printer port, type the
following MS-DOS commands at the MS-DOS prompt, or include
them in the AUTOEXEC.BAT file.
MODE COM1: 9600, N, 8, 1, P
MODE LPT1: =COM1
For MS-DOS version 4.0, or above, enter:
MODE COM1: 9600, N, 8, 1, B
MODE LPT1: =COM1
Note

These examples assume that you are using serial printer port COM1.
If you are using COM2 or COM3, replace COM1 with the appropriate
printer port.
If the problem persists, see Table 7-34, “Communications Checks,” on
page 7-82.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-81

Communications Checks
Table 7-34. Communications Checks
Checks

Action

Is your computer configured These parameters are required to communicate with the printer.
to the parameters described Verify that the configuration of the computer's communications
in the configuration
port matches these parameters.
instructions?
Note: If these parameters are not set properly, an error may
display on the Control Panel.

For Serial Communications Only
Does the printer's baud
Print a Configuration Page to verify the baud rate setting. At the
rate match that of the
computer, verify that the baud rate is set correctly in any
computer's communications configuration files.
port?
Note: A baud rate problem may cause an error.
Are you using the correct
Hint: On an RS-232 cable, pins 2 and 3 may need to be reversed
cable for communications
at the printer-end of the cable.
between the computer and
the printer?
Are you using the correct
RS-232-C protocol?

During the communications “handshake,” the printer transmits
both the XON/XOFF signal and the Data Terminal Ready (DTR)
signal. The DTR signal may be either negative going, or positive
going.
DTR polarity is set at the printer's Control Panel. The XON may
be set to normal (only transmitted when data is needed), or
Robust XON (transmitted every second). This feature is
configurable from the Control Panel. DTR is available at pin 20,
and XOFF is transmitted from pin 2 of the printer.

If using a serial interface,
is the cable longer than
50 feet (15 meters)?

7-82 Troubleshooting

The maximum recommended cable length for RS-232 serial
communications is 50 feet (15 meters). Use the correct cable or
move the printer closer to the host.

Table 7-34. Communications Checks (continued)
Checks

Action

If using a bidirectional
parallel cable, is it longer
than 10 feet (3 meters)
long?

The maximum recommended cable length for the printer is 10
feet (3 meters). Use a serial interface connection or move the
printer closer to the host.

Do all the current Control
Panel Configuration Menu
items match the host
system's parameters?

Make appropriate changes. If host system changes are made, be
sure to reboot the system, or otherwise ensure the changes are in
effect.

Does the printer have a bad If possible, try a different printer interface than the one with the
interface port?
problem. Reconfigure the printer and host appropriately.
Does the host have a bad
interface port?

If possible, try a different host system port. Reconfigure both the
host and printer appropriately.

If the host system and printer still are not communicating and you
have addressed the issues in Table 7-34, replace the Formatter PCA
and the EIO card and reconfigure the printer. If the problem persists,
a protocol analyzer may be needed to find the source of the problem.
CAUTION

HP LaserJet printers are not designed to work with mechanical
switch-box products without proper surge protection. These devices
generate high transient voltages that cause permanent damage to the
Formatter PCA. This circumstance is not covered by the
Hewlett-Packard warranty.

Troubleshooting the Printing System 7-83

Reference Diagrams
Locations of Components

Figure 7-11

Components of the Paper Pickup and Feed System (HP LaserJet
4000/4000 N and 4050/4050 N)

7-84 Troubleshooting

Table 7-35. Components in Figure 7-11
PS101

Tray 2 Paper Out Sensor

PS102

Pre-Feed Sensor

PS103

Top of Page Sensor

PS104

Top Output Bin Full Sensor

PS105

Tray 1 Paper Out Sensor

PS106

Fuser Delivery Sensor 2

PS501

Fuser Delivery Sensor 1

SL101

Tray Pickup Solenoid

SL102

Tray 1 Pickup Solenoid

CL101

Feed Roller Clutch

Reference Diagrams 7-85

Figure 7-12

Components of the Paper Feed System (HP LaserJet 4000/4000 N
and 4050/4050 N with Optional 500-sheet Universal Tray Assembly)

7-86 Troubleshooting

Figure 7-13

Components of the Duplexer

Reference Diagrams 7-87

Figure 7-14

Components of the Fusing and Delivery Unit

7-88 Troubleshooting

Figure 7-15

Components of the Envelope Feeder

Reference Diagrams 7-89

Paper Path

Figure 7-16

Paper Path (HP LaserJet 4000 T/4000 TN and 4050 T/4050 TN
Shown)

Figure 7-17

Paper Path with the Duplexer

7-90 Troubleshooting

Figure 7-18

Paper Path with the Envelope Feeder

Reference Diagrams 7-91

Figure 7-19

Paper Sensors and the Paper Path

Table 7-36. Paper Sensors in Figure 7-19
PS102

Pre-Feed Sensor

Sensor and flag located on
Registration/Feed Sensor Assembly.

PS103

Top of Page Sensor

Sensor and flag located on
Registration/Feed Sensor Assembly.

PS106

Fuser Paper Delivery Sensor 2

Sensor and flag located on Fuser
Assembly.

PS501

Fuser Paper Delivery Sensor 1

Sensor located on Engine Controller
flags on Engine Controller Board and
Fusing Assembly.

PS701

Duplex Pickup Paper Sensor
(Duplexer)

Sensor and flag located in Duplexer.

PS703

Reversed Paper Sensor (Duplexer)

Sensor and flag located in Duplexer.

PS902

Envelope Multiple Feed Sensor
(Envelope Feeder)

Sensor and flag located in Envelope
Feeder.

7-92 Troubleshooting

Engine Controller Board

Figure 7-20

Engine Controller Board Layout

Table 7-37. Engine Controller Board Layout
SW1

Power switch

SW501

Test print switch

VR201

Adjusted at factory

VR501

Top of page adjustment

VR601

Adjusted at factory

Reference Diagrams 7-93

Paper Size Detection Switches

Figure 7-21

Paper Size Detection Switches (1 of 3), Tray 2 (HP LaserJet
4000/4000 N and 4050/4050 N)

Figure 7-22

Tray 2
Switches

Top

Tray 3
Switches

Paper Size Detection Switches (2 of 3), Trays 2 and 3 (HP LaserJet
4000 T/4000 TN and 4050 T/4050 TN)

7-94 Troubleshooting

Figure 7-23

Paper Size Detection Switches (3 of 3), Optional 500-sheet Universal
Tray Assembly

Table 7-38. Paper Size Detection Switches in Figure 7-21 to Figure 7-23
Paper Size

Paper Size Detection Switch
SW600/603/801

SW601/604/802

SW602/605/803

No tray

OFF

OFF

OFF

Legal

OFF

OFF

ON

Executive

OFF

ON

OFF

Letter

OFF

ON

ON

Other

ON

OFF

OFF

Other

ON

OFF

ON

B5

ON

ON

OFF

A4

ON

ON

ON

Reference Diagrams 7-95

Motors

Figure 7-24

Location of Motors

Table 7-39. Motors in Figure 7-24
M101

Main Motor

M701

Reversing Motor (Duplexer)

M702

Duplex Feed Motor (Duplexer)

FM101

Cooling Fan

FM701

Duplexer Exhaust Fan (Duplexer)

H901

Fusing Heater

7-96 Troubleshooting

Connectors

Figure 7-25

Connectors (1 of 3)

Reference Diagrams 7-97

Figure 7-26

Connectors (2 of 3)

7-98 Troubleshooting

Figure 7-27

Connectors (3 of 3)
For locations of connectors see the wiring diagrams at the back of this
manual.
Reference Diagrams 7-99

PCAs

Figure 7-28

Location of PCAs

7-100 Troubleshooting

Table 7-40. Location of PCAs
1

Engine Controller Board

Sequence control, High-voltage output, DC output, and
Heater Drive.

2

Paper Size Detection
PCA

Relay between Sensors/Solenoids and Engine Controller
Board, and Paper Size Detection.

3

Paper Feeder Driver PCA Control and detection of solenoids in the Paper Feeder.

4

Envelope Feeder Driver
PCA

Control and detection of solenoids in the Envelope Feeder.

5

Duplexer Driver PCA

Controls paper in the Duplexer.

Reference Diagrams 7-101

Sensors and Thermistor

Figure 7-29

Location of Sensors and Thermistor (1 of 2)

7-102 Troubleshooting

Figure 7-30

Location of Sensors and Thermistor (2 of 2)

Table 7-41. Sensors and Thermistor in Figure 7-29 and Figure 7-30
PS101

Tray 2 Paper Out Sensor

PS102

Pre-feed Sensor

PS103

Top of Page Sensor

PS104

Top Output Bin Full Sensor

PS105

Tray 1 Paper Out Sensor

PS106

Fuser Paper Delivery Sensor 2

PS107

Tray 3 Paper Out Sensor (HP LaserJet 4000 T/TN and
4050 T/TN)

PS501

Fuser Paper Delivery Sensor 1

PS701

Duplex Pickup Paper Sensor (Duplexer)

PS702

Face up Sensor (Duplexer)

Reference Diagrams 7-103

Table 7-41. Sensors and Thermistor in Figure 7-29 and Figure 7-30 (continued)
PS703

Reversed Paper Sensor (Duplexer)

PS801

Paper Feeder Paper Sensor (Paper Feeder)

PS901

Envelope Sensor (Envelope Feeder)

PS902

Envelope Multiple Feed Sensor (Envelope Feeder)

TH901

Fusing Surface Temperature Sensor

7-104 Troubleshooting

Solenoids and Clutch

Figure 7-31

Location of Solenoids and Clutch (1 of 2)

Reference Diagrams 7-105

Figure 7-32

Location of Solenoids and Clutch (2 of 2)

7-106 Troubleshooting

Table 7-42. Solenoids and Clutch in Figure 7-31 and Figure 7-32
CL102

Feed Roller Clutch

SL101

Tray 2 Pickup Solenoid

SL102

Tray 1 Pickup Solenoid

SL103

Tray 3 Pickup Solenoid (HP LaserJet 4000 T/TN and 4050 T/TN)

SL701

Duplexer Solenoid (Duplexer)

SL801

Paper Feeder Pickup Solenoid (Paper Feeder)

SL901

Envelope Pickup Solenoid (Envelope Feeder)

Reference Diagrams 7-107

Switches

Figure 7-33

Location of Switches

7-108 Troubleshooting

Table 7-43. Switches in Figure 7-33
SW101

Door open detection switch

SW600

Tray 2 Paper size switch

SW601

Tray 2 Paper size switch

SW602

Tray 2 Paper size switch

SW603

Tray 3 paper size switch (HP LaserJet 4000 T/TN and 4050 T/TN)

SW604

Tray 3 paper size switch (HP LaserJet 4000 T/TN and 4050 T/TN)

SW605

Tray 3 paper size switch (HP LaserJet 4000 T/TN and 4050 T/TN)

SW801

Paper Feeder paper size switch

SW802

Paper Feeder paper size switch

SW803

Paper Feeder paper size switch

Reference Diagrams 7-109

Timing

Figure 7-34

Pickup Timing for Tray 2 (and lower trays)

Figure 7-35

Pickup Timing for Tray 1

7-110 Troubleshooting

8

Parts and
Diagrams

Overview
This chapter discusses the following:
●

How To Use the Parts Lists and Diagrams

●

Accessories and Supplies

●

Illustrations and Parts Lists

Overview 8-1

How To Use the Parts Lists and Diagrams
The figures in this chapter illustrate the major subassemblies in the
printer and their component parts. A table accompanies each
exploded view diagram. Each table lists the item number for the
replaceable part, the associated part number for the item, the
quantity, and a description of the part.
CAUTION

While looking for an electrical part number, pay careful attention to the
voltage listed in the description column to ensure that the part number
selected is for the correct model of the printer.

Ordering Parts
All standard part numbers listed are stocked and may be ordered
from HP’s Support Materials Organization (SMO), or Support
Materials Europe (SME).
Hewlett-Packard Co.
Support Materials Organization
8050 Foothills Blvd.
Roseville, CA 95678
Parts Direct Ordering: (800) 227-8164 (U.S. Only)
Hewlett-Packard Co.
Support Materials, Europe
Wolf-Hirth Strasse 33
D-7030
Boblingen, Germany
(49 7031) 14-2253

Ordering Consumables
Consumables and accessories such as those listed in Table 8-1 can
be ordered from Hewlett-Packard.
The phone numbers are:
U.S.: (800) 538-8787
Canada: 1-800-387-3154
(Toronto) 516-671-8383
United Kingdom: 0734-441212
Germany: 0130-3322
Contact your local HP Parts Coordinator for other phone numbers.

8-2 Parts and Diagrams

Note

Parts that have no item number or part number listed are not field
replacement parts and cannot be ordered.

How To Use the Parts Lists and Diagrams 8-3

Accessories and Supplies
The following items are available through your local authorized HP
dealer. To find a dealer near you, call the HP Customer Information
Center (800) 752-0900.
Note

See page 2-4 for documentation product numbers.

Table 8-1. Accessories and Supplies
Description

Part No.

Exchange No.

500-Sheet Paper Feeder and Tray

Product No.
C4124A

Envelope Feeder

C4122-69001

C4122A

Duplexer

C4123-69001

C4123A

Standard 500-Sheet Tray

C3122A

250-sheet Universal Replacement
Tray

C4126-67901

C4126A

500-sheet Universal Replacement
Tray

C4125-67901

C4125A

HP Multi-Purpose Paper

HPM1120

HP LaserJet Paper

HPJ1124

Toner Cartridge (6,000 pages)

C4127A

Toner Cartridge (10,000 pages)

C4127X

EDO DIMM
4 MB
8 MB
16 MB
SDRAM DIMM
4 MB
8 MB
16 MB
32 MB
64 MB
Flash DIMM
2 MB
4 MB

8-4 Parts and Diagrams

C4135-67901
C4136-67901
C4137-67901

C4135A
C4136A
C4137A

C4140-67901
C4141-67901
C4142-67901
C4143-67901

C4140A
C4141A
C4142A
C4143A
C3913A
C4286A
C4287A

Table 8-1. Accessories and Supplies (continued)
Description

Part No.

Exchange No.

Font DIMM (8 MB Asian MROM)
Traditional Chinese
Simplified Chinese
Euro
FIR Receiver (4050 only)

Product No.
C4292A
C4293A

C4103-67901

C4103A

Hard Disk

C2985A

Parallel Cables
2 Meter IEEE-1284 cable
3 Meter IEEE-1284 cable

C2950A
C2951A

Serial Cables
9-9 pin serial cable (male/female)
9-25 pin serial cable (male/female)

C2932A
C2933A

Serial Adapter
25-9 pin adapter (male/female)

C2809A

Macintosh Computer Serial Cable

92215S

Macintosh Network Cable Kit

92215N

Enhanced I/O Cards
Ethernet RJ-45 only
Ethernet RJ-45 and BNC, Local Talk J3111-61003
Token Ring RJ-45 and DB-9
10/100Base-TX networks

J3110A
J3111A
J3112A
J3113A

Maintenance Kit*
110V
220V

C4118-67902
C4118-67903

Assy: Dust Cover, 1 x 500
Assy: Dust Cover, 2 x 250
Assy: Dust Cover, opt 500

C4232-60101
C4233-60101
C4234-60101

*

C4118-69001
C4118-69002
C4232A
C4233A
C4234A

The maintenance kits can be ordered from Support Materials Organization
(U.S.) or Support Materials Europe. See page 8-2 for ordering information.

Accessories and Supplies 8-5

Common Screws and Replacement Cables
Table 8-2. Screws Used in the Printer
Description

Part No.

Screw, M4x10, self-tapping (black)

XA9-0870-000CN

Screw, M3x4, washer head

XA9-0434-000CN

Screw, M3x6, with star washer

FA9-1449-000CN

Screw, M3x6, washer head

XA9-0267-000CN

Screw, M4x12, self-tapping

XA9-0773-000CN

Screw, M4x116, long, module

RB1-8703-000CN

Screw, M4x10, self-tapping (silver)

XA9-0606-000CN

Screw, M4, captive, Fuser

RB1-8819-000CN

Screw, M3x16, Feed Modules

XA9-0917-000CN

8-6 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-3. Replaceable Cables
Description

Part No.

Table No.

Item No.

Cable and Power Receptacle

RG5-3696-000CN

Table 8-7 on
page 8-15

15

Cable, Tray 1 Sensor

RG5-3700-000CN

Table 8-7 on
page 8-15

14

Cable, Laser Scanner, and Output
Bin Sensor

RG5-3876-000CN

Table 8-8 on
page 8-17

20

Cable, Paper Feed/Tray 1 Pickup
Solenoid

RG5-3703-000CN

Table 8-7 on
page 8-15

8

Cable, Envelope Feeder Connect

RG5-3704-000CN

Table 8-7 on
page 8-15

11

Cable, Top Cover Switch

RG5-3705-000CN

Table 8-7 on
page 8-15

10

Cable, Feed/Registration Sensors

RG5-3706-000CN

Table 8-8 on
page 8-17

7

Cable, Formatter/Control Panel

RG5-3708-000CN

Table 8-7 on
page 8-15

2

Cable, Main Motor

RG5-3709-000CN

Table 8-7 on
page 8-15

5

Cable, Feeder Module

RG5-3710-000CN

Table 8-8 on
page 8-17

8

Accessories and Supplies 8-7

Illustrations and Parts Lists

Laser Scanner
Assembly

Top Cover Assembly

Tray 1 Pickup
Assembly

Paper
Delivery
Assembly

Fusing
Assembly

Tray 1 Assembly
Delivery Drive
Assembly
Paper Feed
Guide Assembly

Formatter
Assembly
Printer Drive
Assembly

Registration
Assembly

Engine Controller
Board Assembly
Figure 8-1

Assembly Location Diagram

8-8 Parts and Diagrams

Paper Feed
Assembly

Table 8-4. Assemblies (Listed Alphabetically) and Their Part Numbers
Description

Part No.

Exchange No.

Exploded View
in Figure

Delivery Drive
Assembly

RG5-3721-000CN

EIO Cover

5021-0349

Engine Controller
Board

RG5-3693-000CN (110V)
RG5-3694-000CN (220V)

C4118-69006 (110V) Figure 8-7 on page
C4118-69007 (220V) 8-22

Formatter

C4251-69001 (4050 only)

C4118-69008
(4000 only)

Fuser

RG5-2661-000CN (110V)
RG5-2662-000CN (220V)

C4118-69003 (110V) Figure 8-16 on
C4118-69004 (220V) page 8-34 and
Figure 8-17 on
page 8-35

Laser Scanner
Assembly

RG5-2641-000CN

C4118-69005

Tray 1 Assembly

RG5-2656-000CN

Figure 8-11 on
page 8-28

Tray 1 Pickup
Assembly

RG5-2655-100CN

Figure 8-10 on
page 8-26

Paper Delivery

RG5-2648-000CN

Figure 8-15 on
page 8-32

Paper Feed

RG5-2651-000CN

Figure 8-12 on
page 8-29

Paper Feed Guide

RG5-2643-000CN

Figure 8-14 on
page 8-31

Registration

RG5-2652-070CN

Figure 8-13 on
page 8-30

Top Cover

RG5-2663-000CN

Figure 8-3 on page
8-12

Figure 8-8 on page
8-24

Figure 8-5 on page
8-16

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-9

1
2
9

8
3
4

6
7

5

Figure 8-2

External Covers and Panels

8-10 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-5. External Covers and Panels
Item No. Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

RB1-8858-000CN

1

Panel, Formatter Cover

2

RG5-2664-000CN

1

Cover Assembly, Right Front

3

RB1-8860-000CN

1

Clip, Right Side Panel

4

RB1-8849-000CN

1

Power Switch Button

5

RG5-2667-000CN

1

Tray 1 Door Assembly

6

RB1-8848-000CN

1

Clip, Left Side Panel

7

RG5-2665-000CN

1

Cover Assembly, Left

8

RB1-8843-000CN

1

Tray, Rear

9

RB1-8844-000CN

1

Tray, Rear Extension

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-11

5

4

1

3

2

Figure 8-3

Top Cover Assembly

8-12 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-6. Top Cover Assembly
Item No.

Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

RG5-2663-000CN

1

Top Cover Assembly

2

RB1-8841-000CN

1

Panel, Toner Cartridge access

3

RB1-8846-000CN

1

Latch, Rear Tray

4

RB1-8847-000CN

1

Spring, Rear Tray Latch

5

RB1-8710-000CN

Plate Cover

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-13

1
16
18

4

2
19

3

5

6
7

8

9

10
14
11

12
15
20

21

22
17
13

Figure 8-4

Internal Components (1 of 3)

8-14 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-7. Internal Components (1 of 3)
Item No. Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

RB1-8862-000CN

1

Guide, Formatter/CP Cable

2

RG5-3708-000CN

1

Cable Formatter/Control Panel

3

RB1-8703-000CN

2

Screw, Module Attachment

4

RH7-1331-000CN

1

Main Motor Assembly

5

RG5-3709-000CN

1

Cable, Main Motor

6

RG5-2645-000CN

1

Support, Top Cover, Right

7

RB1-8694-000CN

1

Strap, Interlock Support Ground

8

RG5-3703-000CN

1

Cable, Paper Feed/Tray 1 Pickup
Solenoid

9

WC4-5139-000CN

1

Switch, Top Cover Interlock access

10

RG5-3705-000CN

1

Cable, Top Cover Switch

11

RG5-3704-000CN

1

Cable, Envelope Feeder Connect

12

RB1-8704-000CN

1

Guide, Bottom Cable

13

RB1-8851-000CN

1

Power Switch Activator

14

RG5-3700-000CN

1

Cable, Tray 1 Sensor

15

RG5-3696-000CN

1

AC, Power Receptacle

16

C4118-69003
C4118-69004

1

Fusing Assembly (110V)
Fusing Assembly (220V)

17

C4118-69006
C4118-69007

1

Engine Controller Board (110V)
Engine Controller Board (220V)

18

RG5-2648-000CN

1

Delivery Assembly

19

RG5-2653-000CN

1

Printer Drive Assembly

20

RG5-2643-000CN

1

Paper Feed Guide Assembly

21

RG5-2655-100CN

1

Tray 1 Pickup Assembly

22

RG5-2656-000CN

1

Tray 1 Assembly

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-15

23

21
20

1

19

18
17

2

3

16
15

4
5
6

13
14

12

11

10
9

8
22
Figure 8-5

Internal Components (2 of 3)

8-16 Parts and Diagrams

7

Table 8-8. Internal Components (2 of 3)
Item No.

Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

RB2-2405-000CN

1

Plate, Control Panel Ground

2

RB1-8671-000CN

1

Support, Top Cover, Left

3

RB1-8827-000CN

1

Leaf Spring

4

RB1-8689-000CN

1

Cable Holder

5

RB1-8708-000CN

1

Plate, Gear Plate Ground

6

RG5-2642-000CN

1

Registration/Feed Sensor Assembly

7

RG5-3706-000CN

1

Cable, Feed/Registration Sensors

8

RG5-3710-000CN

1

Cable, Feeder Module

9

RB1-8690-000CN

1

Retainer, Toner Sensing Spring

10

RB1-8695-000CN

1

Spring, Toner Sensing

11

RB1-8693-000CN

1

Spring, Toner Cartridge Drum Ground

12

RB1-8688-000CN

1

Button, Engine Test

13

RH7-1335-000CN

1

Fan, Main Cooling

14

RB1-8706-000CN

1

Fan Cover

15

RB2-2400-000CN

1

Panel, Left Duplex access

16

RB2-2401-000CN

1

Panel, Right Duplex access

17

RB1-8700-000CN

1

Laser Shutter Arm

18

RB1-8702-000CN

1

Spring, Shutter

19

RG5-2641-000CN/
C4118-69005

1

Laser Scanner Assembly

20

RG5-3876-000CN

1

Cable, Laser Scanner and Output Bin
Sensor

21

RG5-2666-000CN

1

Control Panel

22

C4118-69006
C4118-69007

1
1

Engine Controller Board (110V)
Engine Controller Board (220V)

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-17

Table 8-8. Internal Components (2 of 3) (continued)
Item No.

Part No.

23

C4118-40002
C4118-40007
C4118-40020
C4118-40008
C4118-40009
C4118-40010
C4118-40011
C4118-40012
C4118-40013
C4118-40015
C4118-40017
C4118-40018
C4118-40019
C4118-40021
C4118-40022
C4118-40023
C4118-40025
C4118-40026
C4118-40029
C4118-40014
C4118-40024
C4118-40027
C4118-40028
C4118-40030
C4251-40001
C4251-40002
C4251-40014
C4251-40003
C4251-40004
C4251-40005
C4251-40006
C4251-40007
C4251-40008
C4251-40010
C4251-40011
C4251-40012
C4251-40013
C4251-40015
C4251-40016
C4251-40017
C4251-40019
C4251-40020
C4251-40023
C4251-40009
C4251-40018
C4251-40021
C4251-40022
C4251-40024

8-18 Parts and Diagrams

Quantity
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1
1

Description
LJ4000 Overlay (English)
LJ4000 Overlay (French)
LJ4000 Overlay (German)
LJ4000 Overlay (Italian)
LJ4000 Overlay (Portugal)
LJ4000 Overlay (Norway)
LJ4000 Overlay (Hungarian)
LJ4000 Overlay (Swedish)
LJ4000 Overlay (Polish)
LJ4000 Overlay (Czech)
LJ4000 Overlay (Korean)
LJ4000 Overlay (Chinese, Simplified)
LJ4000 Overlay (Chinese, Traditional)
LJ4000 Overlay (Spanish)
LJ4000 Overlay (Danish)
LJ4000 Overlay (Dutch)
LJ4000 Overlay (Finland)
LJ4000 Overlay (Turkish)
LJ4000 Overlay (Japanese)
LJ4000 Overlay (Russian)
LJ4000 Overlay (Greek)
LJ4000 Overlay (Hebrew)
LJ4000 Overlay (Arabic)
LJ4000 Overlay (Thai)
LJ4050 Overlay (English)
LJ4050 Overlay (French)
LJ4050 Overlay (German)
LJ4050 Overlay (Italian)
LJ4050 Overlay (Portugal)
LJ4050 Overlay (Norway)
LJ4050 Overlay (Hungarian)
LJ4050 Overlay (Swedish)
LJ4050 Overlay (Polish)
LJ4050 Overlay (Czech)
LJ4050 Overlay (Korean)
LJ4050 Overlay (Chinese, Simplified)
LJ4050 Overlay (Chinese, Traditional)
LJ4050 Overlay (Spanish)
LJ4050 Overlay (Danish)
LJ4050 Overlay (Dutch)
LJ4050 Overlay (Finland)
LJ4050 Overlay (Turkish)
LJ4050 Overlay (Japanese)
LJ4050 Overlay (Russian)
LJ4050 Overlay (Greek)
LJ4050 Overlay (Hebrew)
LJ4050 Overlay (Arabic)
LJ4050 Overlay (Thai)

Notes:

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-19

1

5
2
4
3

Figure 8-6

Internal Components (3 of 3)

8-20 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-9. Internal Components (3 of 3)
Item No.

Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

RF5-1867-000CN

1

Pre-Transfer Ground Plate Assembly

2

RG5-4283-000CN

1

Transfer Roller Assembly

3

RS5-0911-000CN

1

Gear, Coupler

4

RF5-2496-000CN

1

Plate, Gear

5

RB1-8747-000CN

1

Plate, Registration Ground

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-21

1

Figure 8-7

Engine Controller Board Assembly

8-22 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-10. Engine Controller Board Assembly
Item No.

Part No.

Exchange No.

Quantity

Description

1

RG5-3693-000CN

C4118-69006

1

Engine Controller
Board (110V)

1

RG5-3694-000CN

C4118-69007

1

Engine Controller
Board (220V)

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-23

2

Figure 8-8

1

Delivery Drive Assembly

Table 8-11. Delivery Drive Assembly
Item No.

Part No.

1

RG5-3721-000CN

1

Delivery Drive Assembly

2

WG8-5362-000CN

1

Sensor, Optical

8-24 Parts and Diagrams

Quantity

Description

1

2
3

Figure 8-9

Printer Drive Assembly

Table 8-12. Printer Drive Assembly
Item No.

Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

RG5-2653-000CN

1

Printer Drive Assembly

2

RB1-8757-000CN

1

Guide, Cable, Gear Assembly Plate

3

RB1-8756-000CN

1

Rod, Toner Drive

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-25

1

7

2

6
3
5

Figure 8-10

Tray 1 Pickup Assembly

8-26 Parts and Diagrams

4

Table 8-13. Tray 1 Pickup Assembly
Item No.

Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

RG5-2655-100CN

1

Tray 1 Pickup Assembly

2

RB2-2386-000CN

1

Cover Envelope Feeder Drive

3

RG5-3718-000CN

1

Tray 1 Pickup Roller Assembly

4

RB1-8787-000CN

1

Arm, Tray 1 Paper Sensing

5

RB2-2387-000CN

1

Arm, Tray 1 Retaining

6

RB1-8788-000CN

1

Cover, Tray 1 Sensor Arm

7

RH7-5172-000CN

1

Solenoid, Tray 1 Drive

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-27

1

Figure 8-11

Tray 1 Assembly

Table 8-14. Tray 1 Assembly
Item No.

Part No.

1

RG5-2656-000CN

8-28 Parts and Diagrams

Quantity
1

Description
Tray 1 Assembly

1

Figure 8-12

Paper Feed Assembly

Table 8-15. Paper Feed Assembly
Item No.

Part No.

1

RG5-2651-000CN

Quantity
1

Description
Paper Feed Assembly

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-29

1

Figure 8-13

Registration Assembly

Table 8-16. Registration Assembly
Item No.

Part No.

1

RG5-2652-070CN

8-30 Parts and Diagrams

Quantity
1

Description
Registration Assembly

1

4

2

3

Figure 8-14

Paper Feed Guide Assembly

Table 8-17. Paper Feed Guide Assembly
Item No.

Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

RG5-2643-000CN

1

Paper Feed Guide Assembly

2

RF5-2495-000CN

1

Shaft, Belt Idler Assembly

3

RB1-8668-000CN

1

Belt, Feed Guide

4

RB1-8674-000CN

1

Shaft, Belt Drive

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-31

1
2

3

4

Figure 8-15

Delivery Assembly

8-32 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-18. Delivery Assembly
Item No.

Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

RG5-2648-000CN

1

Delivery Assembly

2

RG5-2650-000CN

1

Delivery Sensor Arm Assembly

3

RB2-2408-000CN

1

Arm, Output Kicker, Right

4

RB2-2409-000CN

1

Arm, Output Kicker, Left

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-33

1

2

Figure 8-16

Fuser Assembly (1 of 2)

Table 8-19. Fuser Assembly (1 of 2)
Item No. Part No.

Exchange No.

Quantity

Description

1

RG5-2661-000CN C4118-69003
RG5-2662-000CN C4118-69004

1
1

Fuser (110 V)
Fuser (220 V)

2

RB1-8805-000CN

1

Panel, Fuser Cover

8-34 Parts and Diagrams

1

2
3

Figure 8-17

Fuser Assembly (2 of 2)

Table 8-20. Fuser Assembly (2 of 2)
Item No. Part No.

Exchange No. Quantity

Description

1

RG5-2661-000CN C4118-60003
RG5-2662-000CN C4118-60004

1
1

Fuser (110V)
Fuser (220V)

2

RG5-4269-000CN
RG5-4291-000CN

1

Fuser Film Assembly (110V)
Fuser Film Assembly (220V)

3

RB1-8794-000CN

1

Roller, Fuser Pressure

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-35

13
1
2
4
3

5
12

6

14

7
8
10
11

9

Figure 8-18

Internal Components of 500-Sheet Feeder

8-36 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-21. Internal Components of 500-sheet Feeder
Item No.

Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

RB1-8890-000CN

1

Guide, Paper

2

RB1-8873-000CN

1

Support, Paper Guide

3

RG5-2668-000CN

1

Cover Feeder Right Assembly

4

RG5-3711-000CN

1

Cable, Sensor

5

RG5-2673-000CN

1

Feeder Controller PCA

6

RB1-8887-000CN

1

Levers, Tray Sensing

7

RB1-8886-000CN

1

Cover, Feeder PCA

8

RG5-3712-000CN

1

Connector, Lower Tray (with cable)

9

RB1-8107-000CN

4

Foot

10

RG5-2669-000CN

1

Cover, Feeder, Left

11

RS5-2652-000CN

1

Spring, Tray Lock

12

RG5-2672-000CN

1

Paper Pickup Drive Assembly
(500-sheet)

13

XA9-0917-000CN

1

Screw, M3x16, Feed Modules

14

VS1-6176-000CN

1

Connector (250- and 500-sheet Feeder)

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-37

1

8

2

3

6
5

7
Figure 8-19

Paper Pickup Drive Assembly

8-38 Parts and Diagrams

4

Table 8-22. Paper Pickup Drive Assembly
Item No.

Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

RG5-2672-000CN

1

Paper Pickup Drive Assembly
(500-sheet)

2

RS5-2632-000CN

1

Spring, Pickup

3

RB1-8877-000CN

1

Coupler, Pickup

4

RF5-2484-000CN

1

Pickup Roller Assembly

5

RB1-2190-000CN

1

Clip, Pickup Spring

6

RB1-8865-000CN

4

Roller, Pickup

7

RF5-2490-000CN

1

Feed, Roller

8

RB1-8879-000CN

1

Arm, Tray Sensing

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-39

7

12
1

11

3
4

5

2
6
9
8
10

Figure 8-20

500-sheet Tray

8-40 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-23. 500-sheet Tray
Item No.

Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

RB1-8947-000CN

1

Panel, Roller Access

2

RF5-2489-000CN

1

Mounting Assembly Separation Roller

3

RB1-8948-000CN

1

Gear, Separation Roller Drive

4

RB1-8946-000CN

1

Bushing, Separation Roller

5

RB1-8945-000CN

1

Coupler, Separation Roller

6

RS5-2622-000CN

1

Spring, Separation Roller Tension

7

RF5-2670-000CN

1

Paper Stop, 500-sheet Tray

8

RF5-2490-000CN

1

Roller

9

RB1-8974-000CN

1

Clutch, Separation Roller

10

RB1-9009-000CN

1

Paper Level Indicator

11

RB1-8961-000CN

1

Left Arm Lifter

12

RB1-8962-000CN

1

Right Arm Lifter

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-41

1
12

11

13
3

2

4
5
3
10
6
8

7

6
9
Figure 8-21

Internal Components of 250-sheet Module (1 of 2)

8-42 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-24. Internal Components of 250-sheet Module (1 of 2)
Item No.

Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

XA9-0870-000CN

1

Screw, M4x10, Feed Modules

2

RG5-2677-000CN

1

Cover Assembly, Feeder, Upper Right

3

RS5-1309-000CN

2

Bearing, Transport Roller

4

XD9-0135-000CN

1

E-Clip

5

RB1-8923-000CN

1

Roller, Transport

6

RB1-8922-000CN

2

Roller, Transport Pressure

7

RS5-2653-000CN

1

Spring, Transport Roller

8

RB1-8926-000CN

1

Mount, Transport Pressure

9

RB1-8913-000CN

1

Support, Paper Guide Lower

10

RB1-8914-000CN

1

Guide, Paper, Lower

11

RG5-2678-000CN

1

Cover Assembly, Feeder, Left Upper

12

RG5-2683-000CN

1

Paper Pickup Drive Assembly, Upper
(250-sheet)

13

RS5-0946-000CN

1

Gear, Transport Roller

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-43

6
7

4

5A

1
5B
3

8

2

Figure 8-22

Internal Components of 250-sheet Feeder (2 of 2)

8-44 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-25. Internal Components of 250-sheet Feeder (2 of 2)
Item No.

Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

RG5-2679-000CN

1

Cover Assembly, Feeder, Right Lower

2

RG5-2680-000CN

1

Cover Assembly, Feeder, Left Lower

3

RB1-8907-000CN

1

Cover, Feeder PCA

4

RG5-2685-000CN

1

Feeder, Control PCA

5A

RB1-9033-000CN

1

Levers, Tray Sensing Upper

5B

RB1-9034-000CN

1

Levers, Tray Sensing Lower

6

XA9-0917-000CN

1

Screw, M3x16, Feed Modules

7

RG5-2684-000CN

1

Paper Pickup Drive Assembly, Lower
(250-sheet)

8

VS1-6176-000CN

1

Connector (250- and 500-sheet Feeder)

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-45

1
2

Figure 8-23

Upper Paper Pickup Drive Assembly

Table 8-26. Upper Paper Pickup Drive Assembly
Item No. Part No.

Quantity Description

1

RG5-2683-000CN

1

Upper Paper Pickup Drive Assembly
(250-sheet)

2

RB1-8910-000CN

1

Arm, Tray Sensing

8-46 Parts and Diagrams

2

1

Figure 8-24

Lower Paper Pickup Drive Assembly

Table 8-27. Lower Paper Pickup Drive Assembly
Item No.

Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

RG5-2684-000CN

1

Lower Paper Pickup Drive Assembly
(250-sheet)

2

RB1-8910-000CN

1

Arm, Tray Sensing

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-47

6

5
1

4

3
2
Figure 8-25

250-sheet Tray

8-48 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-28. 250-sheet Tray
Item No.

Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

RF5-2505-000CN

1 each

Mounting Assembly Separation Roller

2

RB1-9001-000CN

1 each

Panel Roller Access

3

RF5-2490-000CN

1 each

Roller

4

RB1-9009-000CN

1 each

Paper Level Indicator

5

RB1-9012-010CN

1 each

Left Arm Lifter

6

RB1-9013-010CN

1 each

Right Arm Lifter

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-49

13

11
13

1

11

2

3
4
10
5

6
9
12
7
8

Figure 8-26

Internal Components of Optional 500-sheet Universal Tray Assembly

8-50 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-29. Internal Components of Optional 500-sheet Universal Tray
Assembly
Item No.

Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

XD2-1100-502CN

1

Ring, E

2

RG5-2690-000CN

1

Paper Pickup Drive Assembly, Optional
(500-sheet)

3

RB1-8865-000CN

4

Roller

4

VS1-6174-000CN

1

Connector

5

RB1-8928-000CN

1

Tray Identifier Plunger

6

RS5-2967-000CN

1

Spring, Compression

7

RB1-8915-000CN

1

Frame, Right

8

RG5-2688-000CN

1

Left Frame Assembly

9

RB1-8927-000CN

1

Spring, Leaf

10

RG5-3822-000CN

1

Paper Feeder Cable

11

RB1-8924-000CN

2

Guide, Lower Tray

12

RG5-3821-000CN

1

Lower Tray Logic PCA

13

RS5-1179-000CN

2

Bearing, Transport Roller

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-51

2

3

4

8
7

1

5

Figure 8-27

Optional 500-sheet Universal Tray Assembly

8-52 Parts and Diagrams

6

Table 8-30. Optional 500-sheet Universal Tray Assembly
Item No.

Part No.

Quantity

Description

1

RF5-2489-000CN

1

Separation Roller Mounting Assembly

2

RB1-9374-000CN

1

Stopper

3

RS5-2981-000CN

1

Spring

4

RB1-9371-000CN

1

Plate

5

RF5-2490-000CN

1

Feed Roller

6

RB1-9009-000CN

1

Paper Level Indicator

7

RB1-8961-000CN

1

Left Arm Lifter

8

RB1-8962-000CN

1

Right Arm Lifter

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-53

4

3

2

1

Figure 8-28

Envelope Feeder

8-54 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-31. Envelope Feeder
Item No.

Part No.

Exchange No. Quantity

Description

1

C4122A

C4122-69001

1

Envelope Feeder

2

RB1-9088-000CN

1

Tray, Envelope Feeder

3

RF5-2511-000CN

1

Weight, Envelope

4

RB1-9095-000N

1

Mount, Envelope Weight

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-55

1

2
6
3
5

4

Figure 8-29

Internal Components of Duplexer

8-56 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-32. Internal Components of Duplexer
Item No.

Part No.

Exchange No.

1

C4123A

C4123-69001

2

Quantity

Description

1

Duplexer

RB1-9044-000CN

1

Cover, Top

3

RB1-9047-000CN

1

Cover, Right Duplexer

4

RF5-1876-000CN

1

Cover, Left with
Connector

5

RB1-9045-000CN

1

Panel, Rear

6

RH7-1361-000CN

1

Fan

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-57

Alphabetical Parts List
Table 8-33. Alphabetical Parts List
Description

Part Number

Table Number and Page

250-sheet Universal
Replacement Tray

C4126A

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

500-sheet Paper Feeder and
Tray

C4124A

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

500-sheet Universal
Replacement Tray

C4125A

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

AC, Power Receptacle

RG5-3696-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

Arm, Output Kicker, Left

RB2-2409-000CN

Table 8-18 on page 8-33

Arm, Output Kicker, Right

RB2-2408-000CN

Table 8-18 on page 8-33

Arm, Tray 1 Paper Sensing

RB1-8787-000CN

Table 8-13 on page 8-27

Arm, Tray 1 Tray Retaining

RB2-2387-000CN

Table 8-13 on page 8-27

Arm, Tray Sensing

RB1-8910-000CN

Table 8-26 on page 8-46

Arm, Tray Sensing

RB1-8879-000CN

Table 8-22 on page 8-39

Bearing, Transport Roller

RS5-1179-000CN

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

Bearing, Transport Roller

RS5-1309-000CN

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

Belt, Feed Guide

RB1-8668-000CN

Table 8-17 on page 8-31

Bushing, Separation Roller

RB1-8946-000CN

Table 8-23 on page 8-41

Button, Engine Test

RB1-8688-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Cable Formatter/Control Panel RG5-3708-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

Cable Holder

RB1-8689-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Cable, Envelope Feeder
Connect

RG5-3704-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

Cable, Feed/Registration
Sensors

RG5-3706-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Cable, Feeder Module

RG5-3710-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Cable Formatter Control Panel RG5-3708-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

Cable, Laser Scanner and
Output Bin Sensor

RG5-3876-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Cable, Main Motor

RG5-3709-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

8-58 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-33. Alphabetical Parts List (continued)
Description

Part Number

Table Number and Page

Cable, Paper Feed/Tray 1
Pickup Solenoid

RG5-3703-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

Cable, Sensor

RG5-3711-000CN

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

Cable, Top Cover Switch

RG5-3705-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

Cable, Tray 1 Sensor

RG5-3700-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

Clip, Left Side Panel

RB1-8848-000CN

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

Clip, Pickup Spring

RB1-2190-000CN

Table 8-22 on page 8-39

Clip, Right Side Panel

RB1-8860-000CN

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

Clutch, Separation Roller

RB1-8974-000CN

Table 8-23 on page 8-41

Connector

VS1-6174-000CN

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

Connector (250- and
500-sheet Feeder)

VS1-6176-000CN

Table 8-21 on page 8-37 and
Table 8-25 on page 8-45

Connector, Lower Tray (with
Cable)

RG5-3712-000CN

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

Control Panel

RG5-2666-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Coupler, Pickup

RB1-8877-000CN

Table 8-22 on page 8-39

Coupler, Separation Roller

RB1-8945-000CN

Table 8-23 on page 8-41

Cover Assembly, Feeder, Left
Lower

RG5-2680-000CN

Table 8-25 on page 8-45

Cover Assembly, Feeder, Left
Upper

RG5-2678-000CN

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

Cover Assembly, Feeder, Right RG5-2679-000CN
Lower

Table 8-25 on page 8-45

Cover Assembly, Feeder,
Upper Right

RG5-2677-000CN

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

Cover Assembly, Left

RG5-2665-000CN

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

Cover Assembly, Right Front

RG5-2664-000CN

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

Cover Envelope Feeder Drive RB2-2386-000CN

Table 8-13 on page 8-27

Cover, Feeder PCA, 250-sheet RB1-8907-000CN
Tray

Table 8-25 on page 8-45

Cover, Feeder PCA, 500-sheet RB1-8886-000CN
Tray

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

Cover, Feeder, Left

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

RG5-2669-000CN

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-59

Table 8-33. Alphabetical Parts List (continued)
Description

Part Number

Table Number and Page

Cover Feeder Right Assembly RG5-2668-000CN

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

Cover, Left with Connector

RF5-1876-000CN

Table 8-32 on page 8-57

Cover, Right Duplexer

RB1-9047-000CN

Table 8-32 on page 8-57

Cover, Top

RB1-9044-000CN

Table 8-32 on page 8-57

Cover, Tray 1 Sensor Arm

RB1-8788-000CN

Table 8-13 on page 8-27

Delivery Assembly

RG5-2648-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15 and
Table 8-18 on page 8-33

Delivery Drive Assembly

RG5-3721-000CN

Table 8-11 on page 8-24

Delivery Sensor Arm
Assembly

RG5-2650-000CN

Table 8-18 on page 8-33

Duplex Printing Accessory
(Duplexer)

C4123A

Table 8-32 on page 8-57

E-Clip

XD9-0135-000CN

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

EDO DIMM
4 MB
8 MB
16 MB

C4135-67901
C4136-67901
C4137-67901

Engine Controller Board
Enhanced I/O Cards
Ethernet RJ-45 only
Ethernet RJ-45 and BNC,
Local Talk
Token Ring RJ-45 and DB-9
10/100Base-TX networks

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

RG5-3693-000CN (110V)
RG5-3694-000CN (220V)

Table 8-10 on page 8-23
Table 8-1 on page 8-4

J3111-61003

Envelope Feeder

C4122A

Table 8-31 on page 8-55

Fan, Duplexer

RH7-1361-000CN

Table 8-32 on page 8-57

Fan Cover

RB1-8706-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Fan, Main Cooling

RH7-1335-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Feed Roller

RF5-2490-000CN

Table 8-30 on page 8-53

Feeder Controller PCA

RG5-2673-000CN

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

Feeder, Control PCA

RG5-2685-000CN

Table 8-25 on page 8-45

Flash DIMM
2 MB
4 MB

C4286A
C4287A

8-60 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

Table 8-33. Alphabetical Parts List (continued)
Description

Part Number

Table Number and Page

Font DIMM (8 MB Asian
MROM)
Traditional Chinese
Simplified Chinese
Euro

C4292A
C4293A
C4210A

Foot

RB1-8107-000CN

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

Formatter

C4118-69008 (LJ 4000)
C4251-69001 (LJ 4050)

Table 8-4 on page 8-9

Frame, Right

RB1-8915-000CN

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

Fuser

C4118-69003 (110V)
C4118-69004 (220V)

Table 8-19 on page 8-34 and
Table 8-20 on page 8-35

Fuser Film Assembly (110V)
Fuser Film Assembly (220V)

RG5-4269-000CN (110V)
RG5-4291-000CN (220V)

Table 8-20 on page 8-35

Gear, Coupler

RS5-0911-000CN

Table 8-9 on page 8-21

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

Gear, Separation Roller Drive RB1-8948-000CN

Table 8-23 on page 8-41

Gear, Transport Roller

RS5-0946-000CN

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

Guide, Bottom Cable

RB1-8704-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

Guide, Cable, Gear Assembly RB1-8757-000CN
Plate

Table 8-12 on page 8-25

Guide, Formatter/CP Cable

RB1-8862-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

Guide, Lower Tray

RB1-8924-000CN

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

Guide, Paper

RB1-8890-000CN

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

Guide, Paper, Lower

RB1-8914-000CN

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

Hard Disk

C2985A

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

HP LaserJet Paper

HPJ1124

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

HP Multi-purpose Paper

HPM1120

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

Laser Shutter Arm

RB1-8700-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Laser Scanner Assembly

RG5-2641-000CN/
C4118-69005

Table 8-4 on page 8-9

Latch, Rear Tray

RB1-8846-000CN

Table 8-6 on page 8-13

Left Frame Assembly

RG5-2688-000CN

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

Leaf Spring

RB1-8827-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Levers, Tray Sensing

RB1-8887-000CN

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-61

Table 8-33. Alphabetical Parts List (continued)
Description

Part Number

Table Number and Page

Levers, Tray Sensing Lower

RB1-9034-000CN

Table 8-25 on page 8-45

Levers, Tray Sensing Upper

RB1-9033-000CN

Table 8-25 on page 8-45

Lower Paper Pickup Drive
Assembly (250-sheet)

RG5-2684-000CN

Table 8-27 on page 8-47

Lower Tray Logic PCA

RG5-3821-000CN

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

Macintosh Computer Serial
Cable

92215S

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

Macintosh Network Cable Kit

92215N

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

Main Motor Assembly

RH7-1331-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

Maintenance Kit
110V
220V

C4118-67902
C4118-67903

Mount, Envelope Weight

RB1-9095-000CN

Table 8-31 on page 8-55

Mount, Transport Pressure

RB1-8926-000CN

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

Mounting Assembly
Separation Roller, 250-sheet
Tray

RF5-2505-000CN

Table 8-28 on page 8-49

Mounting Assembly
Separation Roller, 500-sheet
Tray

RF5-2489-000CN

Table 8-23 on page 8-41

Overlay (English)

C4118-40002 (LJ 4000)
RBI-8861-000CN (LJ 4000)
C4251-40001 (LJ 4050)

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Panel Roller Access

RB1-9001-000CN

Table 8-28 on page 8-49

Panel, Formatter Cover

RB1-8858-000CN

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

Panel, Fuser Cover

RB1-8805-000CN

Table 8-19 on page 8-34

Panel, Left Duplex Access

RB2-2400-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Panel, Rear

RB1-9045-000CN

Table 8-32 on page 8-57

Panel, Right Duplex Access

RB2-2401-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Panel, Roller Access

RB1-8947-000CN

Table 8-23 on page 8-41

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

Panel, Toner Cartridge Access RB1-8841-000CN

Table 8-6 on page 8-13

Paper Delivery

RG5-2648-000CN

Table 8-18 on page 8-33

Paper Feed Assembly

RG5-2651-000CN

Table 8-15 on page 8-29

Paper Feed Guide Assembly

RG5-2643-000CN

Table 8-17 on page 8-31

8-62 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-33. Alphabetical Parts List (continued)
Description

Part Number

Table Number and Page

Paper Feeder Cable

RG5-3822-000CN

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

Paper Pickup Drive Assembly, RG5-2690-000CN
Optional 500-sheet Tray

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

Paper Pickup Drive Assembly RG5-2672-000CN
(500-sheet)

Table 8-22 on page 8-39

Paper Stop, 500-sheet Tray

RF5-2670-000CN

Table 8-23 on page 8-41

Parallel Cables
2 Meter IEEE-1284 cable
3 Meter IEEE-1284 cable

C2950A
C2951A

Pickup Roller Assembly

RF5-2484-000CN

Table 8-22 on page 8-39

Plate

RB1-9371-000CN

Table 8-30 on page 8-53

Plate Cover

RB1-8710-000CN

Table 8-6 on page 8-13

Plate, Control Panel Ground

RB2-2405-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Plate, Gear

RF5-2496-000CN

Table 8-9 on page 8-21

Plate, Gear Plate Ground

RB1-8708-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Plate, Registration Ground

RB1-8747-000CN

Table 8-9 on page 8-21

Power Receptacle

RG5-3696-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

Power Switch Activator

RB1-8851-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

Power Switch Button

RB1-8849-000CN

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

Pre-transfer Ground Plate
Assembly

RF5-1867-000CN

Table 8-9 on page 8-21

Printer Drive Assembly

RG5-2653-000CN

Table 8-12 on page 8-25

Registration Assembly

RG5-2652-070CN

Table 8-16 on page 8-30

Registration/Feed Sensor
Assembly

RG5-2642-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Retainer, Toner Sensing
Spring

RB1-8690-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Ring, E

XD2-1100-502CN

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

Rod, Toner Drive

RB1-8756-000CN

Table 8-12 on page 8-25

Roller, 250-sheet Tray

RF5-2490-000CN

Table 8-28 on page 8-49

Roller, Fuser Pressure

RB1-8794-000CN

Table 8-20 on page 8-35

Roller, Pickup, 500-sheet Tray RB1-8865-000CN

Table 8-22 on page 8-39

Roller, Transport

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

RB1-8923-000CN

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-63

Table 8-33. Alphabetical Parts List (continued)
Description

Part Number

Table Number and Page

Roller, Transport Pressure

RB1-8922-000CN

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

Screw, M3x16, Feed Modules XA9-0917-000CN

Table 8-21 on page 8-37,
Table 8-24 on page 8-43, and
Table 8-25 on page 8-45

Screw, M3x4, washer head

XA9-0434-000CN

Table 8-2 on page 8-6

Screw, M3x6, washer head

XA9-0267-000CN

Table 8-2 on page 8-6

Screw, M3x6, with star washer FA9-1449-000CN

Table 8-2 on page 8-6

Screw, M4, Captive, Fuser

RB1-8819-000CN

Table 8-2 on page 8-6

Screw, M4x10, self-tapping
(black)

XA9-0870-000CN

Table 8-2 on page 8-6

Screw, M4x10, self-tapping
(silver)

XA9-0606-000CN

Table 8-2 on page 8-6

Screw, M4x116, long, module RB1-8703-000CN

Table 8-2 on page 8-6

Screw, M4x12, self-tapping

XA9-0773-000CN

Table 8-2 on page 8-6

Screw, Module Attachment

RB1-8703-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

SDRAM DIMM
4 MB
8 MB
16 MB
32 MB

C4140-67901
C4141-67901
C4142-67901
C4143-67901

Sensor, Optical

WG8-5362-000CN

Table 8-11 on page 8-24

Separation Roller Mounting
Assembly

RF5-2489-000CN

Table 8-30 on page 8-53

Serial Adapter
25-9 Pin Adapter
(male/female)

C2809A

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

Serial cables
9-9 pin serial cable
(male/female)
9-25 pin serial cable
(male/female)

C2932A
C2933A

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

Shaft, Belt Drive

RB1-8674-000CN

Table 8-17 on page 8-31

Shaft, Belt Idler Assembly

RF5-2495-000CN

Table 8-17 on page 8-31

Solenoid, Tray 1 Drive

RH7-5172-000CN

Table 8-13 on page 8-27

Spring

RS5-2981-000CN

Table 8-30 on page 8-53

Spring, Compression

RS5-2967-000CN

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

8-64 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

Table 8-33. Alphabetical Parts List (continued)
Description

Part Number

Table Number and Page

Spring, Leaf

RB1-8927-000CN

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

Spring, Pickup

RS5-2632-000CN

Table 8-22 on page 8-39

Spring, Rear Tray Latch

RB1-8847-000CN

Table 8-6 on page 8-13

Spring, Separation Roller
Tension

RS5-2622-000CN

Table 8-23 on page 8-41

Spring, Shutter

RB1-8702-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Spring, Toner Cartridge Drum RB1-8693-000CN
Ground

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Spring, Toner Sensing

RB1-8695-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Spring, Transport Roller

RS5-2653-000CN

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

Spring, Tray Lock

RS5-2652-000CN

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

Standard 500-sheet Tray

C3122A

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

Stopper

RB1-9374-000CN

Table 8-30 on page 8-53

Strap, Interlock Support
Ground

RB1-8694-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

Support, Paper Guide

RB1-8873-000CN

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

Support, Paper Guide Lower

RB1-8913-000CN

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

Support, Top Cover, Left

RB1-8671-000CN

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Support, Top Cover, Right

RG5-2645-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

Switch, Top Cover Access

WC4-5139-000CN

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

Toner Cartridge (10,000
Pages)

C4127X

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

Toner Cartridge (6,000 Pages) C4127A

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

Top Cover Assembly

RG5-2663-000CN

Figure 8-3 on page 8-12

Transfer Roller Assembly

RG5-4283-000CN

Table 8-9 on page 8-21

Tray 1 Assembly

RG5-2656-100CN

Table 8-14 on page 8-28

Tray 1 Door Assembly

RG5-2667-000CN

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

Tray 1 Pickup Assembly

RG5-2655-100CN

Table 8-13 on page 8-27

Tray 1 Pickup Roller Assembly RG5-3718-000CN

Table 8-13 on page 8-27

Tray Identifier Plunger

RB1-8928-000CN

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

Tray, Envelope Feeder

RB1-9088-000CN

Table 8-31 on page 8-55

Tray, Rear

RB1-8843-000CN

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-65

Table 8-33. Alphabetical Parts List (continued)
Description

Part Number

Table Number and Page

Tray, Rear Extension

RB1-8844-000CN

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

Upper Paper Pickup Drive
Assembly (250-sheet)

RG5-2683-000CN

Table 8-26 on page 8-46

Weight, Envelope

RF5-2511-000CN

Table 8-31 on page 8-55

8-66 Parts and Diagrams

Numerical Parts List
Table 8-34. Numerical Parts List
Part Number

Description

Table Number and Page

92215N

Macintosh Network Cable Kit

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

92215S

Macintosh Computer Serial
Cable

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

C2809A

Serial adapter
25-9 Pin Adapter
(male/female)

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

Serial cables
9-9 pin serial cable
(male/female)
9-25 pin serial cable
(male/female)

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

Parallel cables
2 Meter IEEE-1284 cable
3 Meter IEEE-1284 cable

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

C2950A
C2951A
C2985A

Hard Disk

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

C3122A

Standard 500-sheet Tray

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

C4103A

HP Fast InfraRed Receiver
(LJ 4050 only)

C4118-40002
RBI-8861-000CN

Overlay (English)

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Maintenance Kit
110V
220V

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

C4118-69003 (110V)
C4118-69004 (220V)

Fuser

Table 8-19 on page 8-34 and
Table 8-20 on page 8-35

C4118-69008

Formatter (LJ 4000 only)

Table 8-4 on page 8-9

C4122A

Envelope Feeder

C4123A

Duplexer

Table 8-32 on page 8-57

C4124A

500-sheet Paper Feeder and
Tray

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

C4125A

500-sheet Universal
Replacement Tray

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

C4126A

250-sheet Universal
Replacement Tray

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

C2932A
C2933A

C4118-67902
C4118-67903

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-67

Table 8-34. Numerical Parts List (continued)
Part Number

Description

C4127A

Toner Cartridge (6,000 Pages) Table 8-1 on page 8-4

C4127X

Toner Cartridge (10,000
pages)

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

EDO DIMM
4 MB
8 MB
16 MB

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

C4135-67901
C4136-67901
C4137-67901

SDRAM DIMM
4 MB
8 MB
16 MB
32 MB

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

C4140-67901
C4141-67901
C4142-67901
C4143-67901
C4251-69001

Formatter (LJ 4050 only)

Table 8-4 on page 8-9

Flash DIMM
2 MB
4 MB

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

C4286A
C4287A

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

C4292A
C4293A

Font DIMM (8 MB Asian
MROM)
Traditional Chinese
Simplified Chinese

FA9-1449-000CN

Screw, M3x6, with star washer Table 8-2 on page 8-6

HPJ1124

HP LaserJet Paper

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

HPM1120

HP Multi-Purpose Paper

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

Enhanced I/O Cards
Ethernet RJ-45 only
Ethernet RJ-45 and BNC,
Local Talk
Token Ring RJ-45 and DB-9
10/100Base-TX networks

Table 8-1 on page 8-4

RB1-2190-000CN

Clip, Pickup Spring

Table 8-22 on page 8-39

RB1-8107-000CN

Foot

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

RB1-8668-000CN

Belt, Feed Guide

Table 8-17 on page 8-31

RB1-8671-000CN

Support, Top Cover, Left

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

RB1-8674-000CN

Shaft, Belt Drive

Table 8-17 on page 8-31

RB1-8688-000CN

Button, Engine Test

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

RB1-8689-000CN

Cable Holder

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

J3111-61003

8-68 Parts and Diagrams

Table Number and Page

Table 8-34. Numerical Parts List (continued)
Part Number

Description

Table Number and Page

RB1-8690-000CN

Retainer, Toner Sensing
Spring

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

RB1-8693-000CN

Spring, Toner Cartridge Drum Table 8-8 on page 8-17
Ground

RB1-8694-000CN

Strap, Interlock Support
Ground

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

RB1-8695-000CN

Spring, Toner Sensing

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

RB1-8700-000CN

Laser Shutter Arm

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

RB1-8702-000CN

Spring, Shutter

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

RB1-8703-000CN

Screw, M4x116, Long, Module Table 8-2 on page 8-6

RB1-8704-000CN

Guide, Bottom Cable

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

RB1-8706-000CN

Fan Cover

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

RB1-8708-000CN

Plate, Gear Plate Ground

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

RB1-8710-000CN

Plate Cover

Table 8-6 on page 8-13

RB1-8747-000CN

Plate, Registration Ground

Table 8-9 on page 8-21

RB1-8756-000CN

Rod, Toner Drive

Table 8-12 on page 8-25

RB1-8757-000CN

Guide, Cable, Gear Assembly Table 8-12 on page 8-25
Plate

RB1-8787-000CN

Arm, Tray 1 Paper Sensing

Table 8-13 on page 8-27

RB1-8788-000CN

Cover, Tray 1 Sensor Arm

Table 8-13 on page 8-27

RB1-8794-000CN

Roller, Fuser Pressure

Table 8-20 on page 8-35

RB1-8805-000CN

Panel, Fuser Cover

Table 8-19 on page 8-34

RB1-8819-000CN

Screw, M4, Captive, Fuser

Table 8-2 on page 8-6

RB1-8827-000CN

Leaf Spring

RB1-8841-000CN

Panel, Toner Cartridge Access Table 8-6 on page 8-13

RB1-8843-000CN

Tray, Rear

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

RB1-8844-000CN

Tray, Rear Extension

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

RB1-8846-000CN

Latch, Rear Tray

Table 8-6 on page 8-13

RB1-8847-000CN

Spring, Rear Tray Latch

Table 8-6 on page 8-13

RB1-8848-000CN

Clip, Left Side Panel

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

RB1-8849-000CN

Power Switch Button

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

RB1-8851-000CN

Power Switch Activator

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-69

Table 8-34. Numerical Parts List (continued)
Part Number

Description

Table Number and Page

RB1-8858-000CN

Panel, Formatter Cover

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

RB1-8860-000CN

Clip, Right Side Panel

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

RB1-8862-000CN

Guide, Formatter/cp Cable

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

RB1-8865-000CN

Roller, Pickup

Table 8-22 on page 8-39

RB1-8873-000CN

Support, Paper Guide

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

RB1-8877-000CN

Coupler, Pickup

Table 8-22 on page 8-39

RB1-8879-000CN

Arm, Tray Sensing

Table 8-22 on page 8-39

RB1-8886-000CN

Cover, Feeder PCA, 500-sheet Table 8-21 on page 8-37
Tray

RB1-8887-000CN

Levers, Tray Sensing

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

RB1-8890-000CN

Guide, Paper

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

RB1-8907-000CN

Cover, Feeder PCA, 250-sheet Table 8-25 on page 8-45
Tray

RB1-8910-000CN

Arm, Tray Sensing

Table 8-26 on page 8-46

RB1-8913-000CN

Support, Paper Guide Lower

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

RB1-8914-000CN

Guide, Paper, Lower

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

RB1-8915-000CN

Frame, Right

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

RB1-8922-000CN

Roller, Transport Pressure

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

RB1-8923-000CN

Roller, Transport

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

RB1-8924-000CN

Guide, Lower Tray

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

RB1-8926-000CN

Mount, Transport Pressure

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

RB1-8927-000CN

Spring, Leaf

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

RB1-8928-000CN

Tray Identifier Plunger

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

RB1-8945-000CN

Coupler, Separation Roller

Table 8-23 on page 8-41

RB1-8946-000CN

Bushing, Separation Roller

Table 8-23 on page 8-41

RB1-8947-000CN

Panel, Roller Access

Table 8-23 on page 8-41

RB1-8948-000CN

Gear, Separation Roller Drive Table 8-23 on page 8-41

RB1-8974-000CN

Clutch, Separation Roller

Table 8-23 on page 8-41

RB1-9001-000CN

Panel Roller Access

Table 8-28 on page 8-49

RB1-9033-000CN

Levers, Tray Sensing Upper

Table 8-25 on page 8-45

RB1-9034-000CN

Levers, Tray Sensing Lower

Table 8-25 on page 8-45

8-70 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-34. Numerical Parts List (continued)
Part Number

Description

Table Number and Page

RB1-9044-000CN

Cover, Top

Table 8-32 on page 8-57

RB1-9045-000CN

Panel, Rear

Table 8-32 on page 8-57

RB1-9047-000CN

Cover, Right Duplexer

Table 8-32 on page 8-57

RB1-9088-000CN

Tray, Envelope Feeder

Table 8-31 on page 8-55

RB1-9095-000CN

Mount, Envelope Weight

Table 8-31 on page 8-55

RB1-9371-000CN

Plate

Table 8-30 on page 8-53

RB1-9374-000CN

Stopper

Table 8-30 on page 8-53

RB2-2386-000CN

Cover Envelope Feeder Drive Table 8-13 on page 8-27

RB2-2387-000CN

Arm, Tray 1 Tray Retaining

Table 8-13 on page 8-27

RB2-2400-000CN

Panel, Left Duplex Access

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

RB2-2401-000CN

Panel, Right Duplex Access

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

RB2-2405-000CN

Plate, Control Panel Ground

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

RB2-2408-000CN

Arm, Output Kicker, Right

Table 8-18 on page 8-33

RB2-2409-000CN

Arm, Output Kicker, Left

Table 8-18 on page 8-33

RF5-1867-000CN

Pre-transfer Ground Plate
Assembly

Table 8-9 on page 8-21

RF5-1876-000CN

Cover, Left With Connector

Table 8-32 on page 8-57

RF5-2484-000CN

Pickup Roller Assembly

Table 8-22 on page 8-39

RF5-2489-000CN

Separation Roller Mounting
Assembly

Table 8-30 on page 8-53

RF5-2490-000CN

Feed Roller

Table 8-30 on page 8-53

RF5-2495-000CN

Shaft, Belt Idler Assembly

Table 8-17 on page 8-31

RF5-2496-000CN

Plate, Gear

Table 8-9 on page 8-21

RF5-2505-000CN

Mounting Assembly Separation Table 8-28 on page 8-49
Roller, 250-sheet Tray

RF5-2511-000CN

Weight, Envelope

Table 8-31 on page 8-55

RF5-2670-000CN

Paper Stop, 500-sheet Tray

Table 8-23 on page 8-41

RG5-2641-000CN/
C4118-69005

Laser Scanner Assembly

Table 8-4 on page 8-9

RG5-2642-000CN

Registration/Feed Sensor
Assembly

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

RG5-2643-000CN

Paper Feed Guide Assembly

Figure 8-14 on page 8-31

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-71

Table 8-34. Numerical Parts List (continued)
Part Number

Description

Table Number and Page

RG5-2645-000CN

Support, Top Cover, Right

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

RG5-2648-000CN

Delivery Assembly

Table 8-7 on page 8-15 and
Table 8-18 on page 8-33

RG5-2650-000CN

Delivery Sensor Arm
Assembly

Table 8-18 on page 8-33

RG5-2651-000CN

Paper Feed Assembly

Table 8-12 on page 8-25

RG5-2652-070CN

Registration Assembly

Table 8-16 on page 8-30

RG5-2653-000CN

Printer Drive Assembly

Table 8-12 on page 8-25

RG5-2655-000CN

Tray 1 Pickup Assembly

Figure 8-10 on page 8-26

RG5-2656-100CN

Tray 1 Assembly

Table 8-14 on page 8-28

RG5-2661-000CN
RG5-2662-000CN

Fuser (110V)
Fuser (220V)

Table 8-19 on page 8-34

RG5-2663-000CN

Top Cover Assembly

Table 8-6 on page 8-13

RG5-2664-000CN

Cover Assembly, Right Front

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

RG5-2665-000CN

Cover Assembly, Left

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

RG5-2666-000CN

Control Panel

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

RG5-2667-000CN

Tray 1 Door Assembly

Table 8-5 on page 8-11

RG5-2668-000CN

Cover Feeder Right Assembly Table 8-21 on page 8-37

RG5-2669-000CN

Cover, Feeder, Left

RG5-2672-000CN

Paper Pickup Drive Assembly Table 8-22 on page 8-39
(500-sheet)

RG5-2673-000CN

Feeder Controller PCA

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

RG5-2677-000CN

Cover Assembly, Feeder,
Upper Right

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

RG5-2678-000CN

Cover Assembly, Feeder, Left
Upper

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

RG5-2679-000CN

Cover Assembly, Feeder, Right Table 8-25 on page 8-45
Lower

RG5-2680-000CN

Cover Assembly, Feeder, Left
Lower

Table 8-25 on page 8-45

RG5-2683-000CN

Upper Paper Pickup Drive
Assembly (250-sheet)

Table 8-26 on page 8-46

RG5-2684-000CN

Lower Paper Pickup Drive
Assembly (250-sheet)

Table 8-27 on page 8-47

8-72 Parts and Diagrams

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

Table 8-34. Numerical Parts List (continued)
Part Number

Description

Table Number and Page

RG5-2685-000CN

Feeder, Control PCA

Table 8-25 on page 8-45

RG5-2688-000CN

Left Frame Assembly

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

RG5-2690-000CN

Paper Pickup Drive Assembly, Table 8-29 on page 8-51
Optional 500-sheet Tray

RG5-3693-000CN (110V)
RG5-3694-000CN (220V)

Engine Controller Board

Table 8-10 on page 8-23

RG5-3696-000CN

AC, Power Receptacle

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

RG5-3700-000CN

Cable, Tray 1 Sensor

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

RG5-3703-000CN

Cable, Paper Feed Tray 1
Pickup Solenoid

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

RG5-3704-000CN

Cable, Envelope Feeder
Connect

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

RG5-3705-000CN

Cable, Top Cover Switch

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

RG5-3706-000CN

Cable, Feed/Registration
Sensors

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

RG5-3708-000CN

Cable, Formatter/Control
Panel

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

RG5-3709-000CN

Cable, Main Motor

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

RG5-3710-000CN

Cable, Feeder Module

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

RG5-3711-000CN

Cable, Sensor

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

RG5-3712-000CN

Connector, Lower Tray (With
Cable)

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

RG5-3718-000CN

Tray 1 Pickup Roller Assembly Table 8-13 on page 8-27

RG5-3721-000CN

Delivery Drive Assembly

Table 8-11 on page 8-24

RG5-3821-000CN

Lower Tray Logic PCA

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

RG5-3822-000CN

Paper Feeder Cable

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

RG5-3876-000CN

Cable, Laser Scanner &
Output Bin Sensor

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

RG5-4269-000CN

Fuser Film Assembly (110V)

Table 8-20 on page 8-35

RG5-4283-000CN

Transfer Roller Assembly

Table 8-9 on page 8-21

RG5-4291-000CN

Fuser Film Assembly (220V)

Table 8-20 on page 8-35

RH7-1331-000CN

Main Motor Assembly

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

RH7-1335-000CN

Fan, Main Cooling

Table 8-8 on page 8-17

Illustrations and Parts Lists 8-73

Table 8-34. Numerical Parts List (continued)
Part Number

Description

Table Number and Page

RH7-5172-000CN

Solenoid, Tray 1 Drive

Table 8-13 on page 8-27

RS5-0911-000CN

Gear, Coupler

Table 8-9 on page 8-21

RS5-0946-000CN

Gear, Transport Roller

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

RS5-1179-000CN

Bearing, Transport Roller

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

RS5-1309-000CN

Bearing, Transport Roller

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

RS5-2622-000CN

Spring, Separation Roller
Tension

Table 8-23 on page 8-41

RS5-2632-000CN

Spring, Pickup

Table 8-22 on page 8-39

RS5-2652-000CN

Spring, Tray Lock

Table 8-21 on page 8-37

RS5-2653-000CN

Spring, Transport Roller

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

RS5-2967-000CN

Spring, Compression

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

RS5-2981-000CN

Spring

Table 8-30 on page 8-53

VS1-6174-000CN

Connector

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

VS1-6176-000CN

Connector (250- and
500-sheet Feeder)

Table 8-21 on page 8-37 and
Table 8-25 on page 8-45

WC4-5139-000CN

Switch, Top Cover Access

Table 8-7 on page 8-15

WG8-5362-000CN

Sensor, Optical

Table 8-11 on page 8-24

XA9-0267-000CN

Screw, M3x6, washer head

Table 8-2 on page 8-6

XA9-0434-000CN

Screw, M3x4, washer head

Table 8-2 on page 8-6

XA9-0606-000CN

Screw, M4x10, self-tapping
(silver)

Table 8-2 on page 8-6

XA9-0773-000CN

Screw, M4x12, self-tapping

Table 8-2 on page 8-6

XA9-0870-000CN

Screw, M4x10, self-tapping
(black)

Table 8-2 on page 8-6

XA9-0917-000CN

Screw, M3x16, Feed Modules Table 8-21 on page 8-37,
Table 8-24 on page 8-43, and
Table 8-25 on page 8-45

XD2-1100-502CN

Ring, E

Table 8-29 on page 8-51

XD9-0135-000CN

E-Clip

Table 8-24 on page 8-43

8-74 Parts and Diagrams

Index
Numerics
250-sheet tray, paper specifications 1-13
500-sheet tray, paper specifications 1-12

A
AC/DC power distribution 5-2
accessories 8-4
assemblies
Delivery 8-32
Delivery Drive 6-41, 8-24
Engine Controller Board 8-22
Fan 6-24
Formatter Cage 6-20
Fuser 6-18, 8-34
Gear Train 6-40
Laser Scanner 6-23
locations of 8-8
Main Motor 6-25
Output 6-21
Paper Feed 6-36, 8-29
Paper Feed Guide 8-31
Paper Pickup Drive 8-38
Paper Pickup Drive, lower 8-47
Paper Pickup Drive, upper 8-46
Printer Drive 8-25
Registration 6-34, 8-30
removing and replacing 6-18
Top Cover 8-12
Tray 1 8-28
Tray 1 Pickup 6-29, 8-26

C
cables, replacement 8-6
capacity, paper
250-sheet tray 1-13
500-sheet tray 1-12
card stock 1-23
CFC usage 1-28
cleaning
accessories 4-2
paper path 4-4
printer 4-2
spilled toner 4-4
using cleaning page 4-4
clutches 5-12, 5-35, 7-105
component locations 7-84
Configuration menu 3-20
Configuration Page 7-51

connectors 7-97
Control Panel
removing and replacing 6-8
control panel 3-2, 5-21
changing settings 3-5
defaults 3-4
keys 3-2, 3-3
layout 3-2
lights 3-2
printing Menu Map 3-5
settings 3-4
control panel menus
private/stored jobs menu 3-7
quick copy jobs menu 3-6
Control Panel Overlay, removing and replacing 6-7
covers, removing and replacing 6-6
CPU 5-18
Create Cleaning Page message 4-4

D
defect ruler 7-73
Delivery Assembly 8-32
Delivery Drive Assembly 8-24
removing and replacing 6-41
diagrams
how to use 8-2
paper size detection switches 7-94
reference 7-84
dimensions, paper
250-sheet tray 1-13
500-sheet tray 1-12, 1-14
DIMM slots 5-19
documentation 2-4
drives
laser 5-12
scanner 5-12
drum
cleaning 5-26
conditioning 5-27
Duplexer 5-46

E
EconoMode 5-16
EIO menu 3-29
electrical specifications 1-9
Energy Star 1-28
Engine Controller Board 7-93
inputs and outputs 5-8

Index-1

Engine Controller Board Assembly 8-22
removing and replacing 6-44
engine controller subsystem 5-6
Engine Module 6-42
engine test 7-11
Envelope Feeder 5-44
envelopes 1-20
environmental product stewardship 1-28
error messages 7-17
Event Log 7-13

F
Fan, removing and replacing 6-24
500-sheet tray, paper specifications 1-12
Formatter Cage Assembly, removing and replacing
6-20
Formatter Pan, removing and replacing 6-39
Formatter system 5-15
Front Right Side Cover, removing and replacing
6-13
Fuser Assembly 8-34
Fuser Mode setting 5-32
Fuser, removing and replacing 6-18
fusing temperature, variable 5-32

G
Gear Train, removing and replacing 6-40

H
heavy paper 1-23

I
I/O menu 3-26
image
developing 5-29
transferring 5-30
writing 5-28
Image Formation System 5-22
photosensitive drum 5-25
Information menu 3-8
input/output 5-17

L
labels 1-19
laser drive 5-12
Laser Scanner, removing and replacing 6-23
Left Side Cover, removing and replacing 6-12
Lower Paper Feed Module Plate (HP LaserJet 4000
T/4000 TN), removing and replacing 6-53

Index-2

M
media specifications
See paper specifications
Main Motor
locating 7-96
removing and replacing 6-25
maintenance 4-1
maintenance count 3-33
memory
printer 5-18
Random Access Memory (RAM) 5-19
Memory Enhancement technology (MEt) 5-19
model numbers 1-8
motors 5-13, 7-96

N
NVRAM, clearing 3-38

O
Optional 500-sheet Tray 5-41
ordering information 2-3
phone numbers 2-6
Output Assembly, removing and replacing 6-21
overcurrent overvoltage protection 5-3
ozone production 1-28

P
page count 3-33
page protect 5-20
paper
heavy 1-23
motion control 5-12
size detection switches 7-94
specifications 1-12
Paper Feed Assembly 8-29
removing and replacing 6-36
Paper Feed Guide Assembly 8-31
Paper Feed Module 6-42
Paper Feed Module Gear Train Assembly,
removing and replacing 6-51
Paper Feed Module Plate, removing and replacing
6-50
Paper Feed Module Side Rails, removing and
replacing 6-52
Paper Feed Rollers, removing and replacing 6-48
Paper Feed System 5-33
Paper Handling menu 3-9
paper jam 5-48
paper path 7-90
cleaning 4-4
troubleshooting 7-45

Paper Pickup Drive Assembly 8-38
Paper Pickup Drive assembly
lower 8-47
upper 8-46
paper specifications
card stock 1-23
envelopes 1-20
guidelines for using paper 1-16
heavy paper 1-23
labels 1-19
supported types 1-15
transparencies 1-19
weight equivalence 1-18
parts 2-3
parts lists
alphabetical 8-58
how to use 8-2
numerical 8-67
PCA Controller, removing and replacing 6-56
PCA Cover, removing and replacing
HP LaserJet 4000 T/4000 TN 6-54
HP LaserJet 4000/4000 N 6-55
PCAs 7-100
Phillips screwdriver 6-3
photosensitive drum 5-24
Posidrive screwdriver 6-3
power distribution, high voltage 5-4
power on troubleshooting 7-7
power supply system
AC/DC distribution 5-2
PowerSave mode 1-28
preventative maintenance 4-5
Print Quality menu 3-12
printer
display 7-12
features 1-2
messages 7-17
model numbers 1-8
serial numbers 1-8
testing 3-37
weight 1-10
Printer Drive Assembly 8-25
printing
Configuration Page 7-51
engine test 3-37, 7-11
Event Log 7-13
images 7-74
interface 7-77
operating checks 7-6
Optional 500-sheet Tray 5-41
Tray 1 5-36
Tray 2 5-38
troubleshooting 7-6
Printing menu 3-15
private/stored jobs menu 3-7
Product Stewardship, power consumption 1-28

Q
quick copy jobs menu 3-6

R
Random Access Memory (RAM) 5-19
Rear Cover/Rear Output Bin, removing and
replacing 6-14
Rear Right Side Cover, removing and replacing 6-6
recycling toner cartridges 2-9
Registration Assembly 8-30
removing and replacing 6-34
regulatory information 1-24– 1-26
removal/replacement strategy 6-2
repetitive defect ruler 7-73
reset
maintenance count 3-33
page count 3-33
serial number 3-33
Resets menu 3-31
resetting printer 3-38
clearing NVRAM 3-38
cold reset 3-38
Right Side Toner Cartridge Guide, removing and
replacing 6-33

S
safety statements 1-24– 1-26
scanner drive 5-12
screwdrivers 6-3
screws 6-3, 8-6
sensors 5-12, 5-35, 7-102
Separation Rollers, removing and replacing 6-49
sequence of operation 5-49
serial number 3-33
locating 1-8
service mode 3-32
maintenance count 3-33
page count 3-33
serial number 3-33
site requirements 1-9
electrical specifications 1-9
printer weight 1-10
space requirements 1-10
solenoids 5-12, 7-105
space requirements 1-10
specifications
electrical 1-9
paper 1-12
supplies 2-3, 8-4
cables, replacement 8-6
screws 8-6
switches 5-12, 7-108

Index-3

T

V

testing, engine 7-11
thermistor 7-102
timing diagrams 7-110
toner
cleaning spilled 4-4
consumption 1-28
toner cartridge 2-9, 5-22, 5-24
detection 5-5
recycling 2-9
refilled 2-9
Toner Cartridge Drive Arm, removing and replacing
6-9
tools 6-3
Top Cover
Assembly 8-12
removing and replacing 6-7
top margin adjustment 6-46
training media 2-4
Transfer Roller, removing and replacing 6-26
transparencies 1-19
Tray 1
Assembly 8-28
paper sensor 5-36
Pickup Assembly 8-26
printing from 5-36
removing and replacing 6-15
Tray 1 Pickup Assembly, removing and replacing
6-29
Tray 1 Pickup Roller, removing and replacing 6-27
Tray 2 5-38
troubleshooting
Configuration Page 7-51
display 7-12
engine test 7-11
Event Log 7-13
flowchart 7-4
image system 7-74
information pages 7-48
interface 7-77
paper path troubleshooting 7-45
power on 7-7
preliminary operating checks 7-6
printer messages 7-17
printing system 7-6
troubleshooting process 7-2
250-sheet tray, paper specifications 1-13

variable fusing temperature 5-32

Index-4

W
warranty statement 2-10
weight, paper
250-sheet tray 1-13
500-sheet tray 1-12, 1-14

6

5
J715

Duplex pickup Duplexing unit
paper sensor solenoid
PS701
SL701

Duplex feed motor Reversing motor
M702
M701

4
J716

J717

PS703
Reversed paper
sensor

J713

J702

J701

J706

J703

J133

PS702
Rear Output Bin
sensor
PS 106
Fuser
paper delivery
sensor 2

J714

J705

3

J704

J134
J137

FM701 J719

Laser/scanner unit

D
Scanning
motor

FG
J135

J132

J707

J718

J711

Duplexing unit
exhaust fan

J712

BD PCA

Laser driver

J551

J401

J501

J131

Duplexing unit

J114

J102

J154

J58

J103

J31

J71

TB11

TB12
FG

LINE
INPUT
FG

PS501

HOT

TB10
NEUTRAL

J53

J61M
TR

J55F

TB64 TB61 TB62 TB63

Test print switch

Fuser paper delivery sensor 1

J1

J60

J75

Control Panel

J113
PS104
Top Output Bin paper full sensor

J56
J72

J52

J50

J125

J126

SL102

J51

Tray 1
pickup solenoid

J301
J127

J128 CL101
Feed roller clutch

J200

J301

C

SW501

Printer controller PCA
NEUTRAL
HOT

J101

Toner cartridge
FU901

TB13

Tray 1
paper sensor
PS105

1

Fuser

TH901

Duplexing unit driver PCA

Cooling fan
FM101

2

J202

J201

J57

J57

B

J73
Envelope feeder
J106

M101
Main motor

J603

J901
J601

J104

J811

J801

Paper feeder driver PCA

Paper size detection PCA

SW600
SW601
SW602
paper size switches
J602

J803

J604

J105

J802

J812

SW801
SW802
SW803
Paper feeder
paper size
switches

J813

J110

PS101
Tray paper
sensor

SL101
Tray pickup
solenoid

Wiring Diagram (HP LaserJet 4000/4000N)

Envelope feeder
driver PCA

J911

Video controller

Paper feeder

PS801
SL801
Paper feeder Paper feeder
paper sensor pickup solenoid

PS901
Envelope sensor

TB101
J111

J112

J129F

J107
TB102

PS102
Pre-feed
sensor

PS103
Top of
page
sensor

SW101
Door
open
detection
switch

J912
TB902
J902

TB901

J903

J913

SL 901
Envelope
pickup solenoid

PS902
Envelope mulitplefeed sensor

A

6

5
J715

Duplex pickup Duplexing unit
paper sensor solenoid
PS701
SL701

Duplex feed motor Reversing motor
M702
M701

4
J716

J717

PS703
Reversed paper
sensor

J713

J702

J701

J706

J703

J133

PS702
Rear Output Bin
sensor
PS 106
Fuser
paper delivery
sensor 2

J714

J705

3

J704

J134
J137

FM701 J719

J718

Laser/scanner unit

D
Scanning
motor

FG
J135

J132

J707
J711

Duplexing unit
exhaust fan

J712

BD PCA

Laser driver

J551

J401

J501

J131

Duplexing unit

J114

J102

J154

J58

J103

J31

J71

TB11

TB12
FG

LINE
INPUT
FG

PS501

HOT

TB10
NEUTRAL

J53

J61M
TR

J55F

TB64 TB61 TB62 TB63

Test print switch

Fuser paper delivery sensor 1

J1

J60

J75

Control Panel

J113
PS104
Top Output Bin paper full sensor

J56
J72

J52

J50

J125

J126

SL102

J51

Tray 1
pickup solenoid

J301
J127

J128 CL101
Feed roller clutch

J200

J301

C

SW501

Printer controller PCA
NEUTRAL
HOT

J101

Toner cartridge
FU901

TB13

Tray 1
paper sensor
PS105

1

Fuser

TH901

Duplexing unit driver PCA

Cooling fan
FM101

2

J202

J201

J57

J57

B

J73
Envelope feeder
J106

M101
Main motor

J603

J901
J601

SW603
SW600
SW604
SW601
SW602
SW605
Lower tray
Upper tray
paper size
paper size
switches J602
switches

J110

J104

J811

J801

Paper feeder driver PCA

Paper size detection PCA

J604

J606

J605

J803
J105

Wiring Diagram (HP LaserJet 4000 T/4000TN)

J802

J812

SW801
SW802
SW803
Paper feeder
paper size
switches

J813

J115

PS101
SL103
SL101
PS107
Upper tray
Lower tray
Upper tray
Lower tray
paper sensor pickup solenoid pickup solenoid paper sensor

Envelope feeder
driver PCA

J911

Video controller

Paper feeder

PS801
SL801
Paper feeder Paper feeder
paper sensor pickup solenoid

PS901
Envelope sensor

TB101
J111

J112

J129F

J107
TB102

PS102
Pre-feed
sensor

PS103
Top of
page
sensor

SW101
Door
open
detection
switch

J912
TB902
J902

TB901

J903

J913

SL 901
Envelope
pickup solenoid

PS902
Envelope mulitplefeed sensor

A

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