HP 3150 Service Manual

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    HP LaserJet 3100/3150 Product Service Manual
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    with all such laws and regulations. This product may be serviced only in the country for which it was designed to be used. Trademark Credits JetSuite Pro Desktop for Hewlett-Packard is a trademark of JetFax, Inc. Microsoft, Windows, and MS-DOS are U.S. registered trademarks of Microsoft Corporation
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    sheet 34 2 Installation and operation Chapter contents 35 Operating environment 36 Media requirements 37 Toner cartridge information 38 Storage conditions 38 Storing opened toner cartridges 38 Toner Recycling 38 Control panel 39 Control panel messages 40 Menu tree 52 3 Maintenance Chapter
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    Toner cartridge 74 Step 1: Primary charging 75 Step 2: Scanning exposure 75 Step 3: Developing 75 Step 4: Transferring 76 Step 5: Separating 76 Step 6: Drum cleaning 76 Fixing stage 76 Printer scanner assemblies 95 Printer door 95 Document release door 98 Upper guide assembly 100 Contact
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    Cable guide 140 Main Motor 141 ECU 142 Feet 146 6 Troubleshooting Chapter contents 147 Basic troubleshooting 148 Error messages 152 Image formation troubleshooting 157 Check the toner cartridge 157 Solving image quality problems 158 Solving paper feed problems 165 Solving general software
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    186 Main wiring 188 Service menus 190 Control panel service menu 190 Extended service menu 191 Softswitches 197 To change the country code softswitch 197 Firmware and software downloads 199 Hardware, software, and firmware compatibility 200 Fax trace report 201 7 Parts and diagrams Chapter
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    door removal (1 of 3 95 Printer door removal (2 of 3 96 Printer door removal (3 of 3 97 Document release door removal (1 of 2 98 Document release door removal (2 of 2 99 Upper guide assembly removal (1 of 2 100 Upper guide assembly removal (2 of 2 101 Contact image sensor removal (1 of
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    3 138 Feed assembly removal (3 of 3 139 Cable guide removal 140 Motor removal 141 ECU removal (1 of 4 142 ECU removal (2 of 4 143 ECU removal (3 of 4 144 ECU removal (4 of 4 145 Feet removal 146 Engine test switch location 174 Toner cartridge high-voltage connection points . . . . 180 High
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    door (1 of 2 220 Figure 90. Printer door (2 of 2 222 Figure 91. Document scanner assembly 224 Figure 92 96. Paper pickup assembly 234 Figure 97. Feed assembly 236 Figure 98. Separation guide assembly 238 Figure 99. Delivery assembly 240 Figure 100. Document scanner separation pad replacement
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    10 EN
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    sequences 198 Hardware, software, and firmware compatibility . . . . 200 Fax phase sequence 202 Appropriate responses 203 Fax abbreviations 204 Consumables and accessories 211 Common fasteners 214 Supports 217 External covers and panels 219 Printer door (1 of 2 221 Printer door (2 of 2 223
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    12 EN
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    1 Product Information Chapter contents Introduction 14 Product features 15 Product specifications 16 Model and serial numbers 18 Product overview 19 Regulatory information 23 EN Chapter contents 13
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    you have come to expect from an HP LaserJet printer. q Fax-Use the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product as a standalone fax machine to send and receive faxes, as well as perform advanced tasks such as forwarding faxes to other locations. Use the software to send faxes from and receive them to your computer
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    (ITU) Group 3 Fax coding schemes MR, MMR, MH, and JBIG Modem speed 14,400 bits per second (bps) Speed dialing Yes Distinctive ring detect Yes Multiple copies Up to 99 per job Copy Reduction/ Enlargement 50% to 200% Memory 2 megabytes (MB) (approximately 150 pages) Printer Duty Cycle
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    mm) with supports attached Width 15.12 in (384 mm) Weight (cartridge installed) 23.37 pounds (10.6 kilograms) Table 3. Performance specifications Category Specification Print resolution 600 dots per inch (dpi) Scan resolution 600 dpi enhanced; 300 dpi optical, with 256 levels of gray Fax
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    Table 4. Power specifications Category Specification Power requirements 100 to 127 Volts alternating current (Vac) +/-10%; 50 to 60 hertz 220 to 240 Vac +/-10%; 50 hertz Power consumption (in continuous copy mode) 135 watts Power consumption (idle) 9 watts Minimum recommended circuit
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    The model number and serial number are listed on an identification label located on the back of the printer. z HP LaserJet 3100 product Model number C3948A z HP LaserJet 3150 product Model number C4256A The serial number contains information about the Country of Origin, the Revision Level, the
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    Product overview 45 6 3 2 1 7 Figure 2. Document scanner path 1 Document output support 2 Document output slot 3 Document release door/control panel 4 Document feeder tray guides 5 Document feeder tray 6 Document feeder support 7 Special media lever EN Product overview 19
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    45 6 7 3 5 2 1 Figure 3. Printer path (1 of 2) 1 Front paper output 2 Paper path lever 3 Control panel 4 Printer door 5 Printer door release latches 6 Paper output support 7 Paper input support 20 Product Information EN
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    1 Figure 4. Printer path (2 of 2) 1 Output bin 2 Input bin 3 Paper guides 4 Single-sheet input slot 2 3 4 EN Product overview 21
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    2 3 1 4 Figure 5. Rear view 1 Power cable connector 2 Phone line connector (or connectors, depending on country) 3 Model and serial number label 4 Parallel cable connector 22 Product Information EN
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    Transportation Non-operating Magnetic Field Emissions, IATA Packaging Instructions 902 Laser safety statement The Center for Devices the United States. This printer is certified as a "Class 1" laser product under the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Radiation Performance Standard
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    tt än i bruksanvisning specificerats, kan användaren utsättas för osynlig laserstrålning, som överskrider gränsen för laserklass 1. HUOLTO HP LaserJet 3100/3150 -kirjoittimen sisällä ei ole käyttäjän huollettavissa olevia kohteita. Laitteen saa avata ja huoltaa ainoastaan sen huoltamiseen koulutettu
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    with the instructions, it may correct the interference by one or more of 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. FCC part
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    you remove the equipment from the network until the problem is resolved. The following repairs can be done by the customer: Replace any original equipment that came with the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product. This includes the toner cartridge, the supports for trays and bins, the power cord and the
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    makes it unlawful for any person to use a computer or other electronic device, including fax machines, to send any message unless such message clearly contains, in a margin at , please see "Setting the fax header" and "Setting the time and date" in the user guide. EN Regulatory information 27
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    an acceptable method of connection. The customer should be aware that compliance with the above conditions may not prevent degradation of service in some situations. Repairs to certified equipment should be coordinated by a representative designated by the supplier. Any repairs or alterations made
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    according to ISO/IEC Guide 22 and EN 45014 Manufacturer's Name: Hewlett-Packard Company Manufacturer's Address: 11311 Chinden Boulevard Boise, Idaho 83714-1021, USA declares, that the product Product Name: Model Number: Product Options: HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product CxxxxA ALL conforms
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    Hewlett-Packard Company is committed to providing quality products in an environmentally sound manner. This HP LaserJet printer printer uses charging rollers in the toner cartridge and in the print engine. This HP LaserJet printer STAR is a U.S. registered service mark of the U.S. Environmental
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    toner cartridge. This is only available using printer driver properties when printing or making copies from the software. Paper use Depending on the type of program you use, you may be able to print 2 or 4 document pages on each printed page. This "N-up" printing practice and the printer's manual
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    the paper meets the guidelines outlined in the HP LaserJet Printer Family Paper Specification Guide (HP part number 5040-9072). This printer is suited for the use of recycled paper according to DIN 19 309. To ensure longevity of your HP LaserJet printer, HP provides the following: Extended warranty
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    Spare parts and consumables availability Spare parts and consumable supplies for this product will be made available for at least five years after production has stopped. EN Regulatory information 33
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    service in the HP LaserJet Supplies website at the following address: http://www.hp.com/go/msds If you do not have access to the internet, call U.S. HP FIRST at (800) 231-9300. After connecting, press 1. Then, request document number 10164. Non-U.S. customers should refer to the HP LaserJet 3150
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    2 Installation and operation Chapter contents Operating environment 36 Media requirements 37 Toner cartridge information 38 Control panel 39 EN Chapter contents 35
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    Uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) may be used with the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product. q Install away from direct sunlight, open flames, or ammonia fumes. If the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product is placed near a window, make sure the window has a curtain or blind to block direct sunlight. q Install
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    below details media requirements of the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product. Table 8. Media requirements Input for paper input bin and single-sheet input slot (for printer path) Media size Maximum: than 30 pages of items up to 28 lb (105 g/m2) weight One page at a time of 12 to 67 lb (44 to 252 g/m2
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    should be kept inside the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product until empty. Toner cartridges that have had the toner sealing tape removed are also more vulnerable to environmental extremes. If a toner cartridge must be removed from the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product, always store the cartridge: q Inside the
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    13. Speed-dial key 2. Error light 8. Stop/clear key 14. Redial/pause key 3. Control panel display 9. Copy key 15. Numeric keys 4. Enter/menu key 10. One-touch keys 16. Volume key 5. Backspace key 11. Start key 17. Resolution key 6. Back arrow key 12
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    and steps to take to resolve the problem. Table 9. Control panel messages Message into other groups.) Enter a different one-touch key or speed-dial code that is not fax line to which you sent a fax was Check the fax number and try again to busy. The HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product send the fax
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    jammed while being fed through the document feeder tray or the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product loaded multiple sheets of the document. Open the document release light items, which must be fed one at a time. The control panel configuration was set incorrectly. Check the control panel configuration
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    dial tone on the phone line by pressing 82 fax was too short MANUAL DIAL. 84 power fail while receiving Make sure the phone line is working by 85 failed to train disconnecting the HP LaserJet 3100/ 86 in ECM, fax data had error(s) 3150 product, plugging in a telephone to 87 NEC failed to
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    persists, see Chapter 6, "Troubleshooting." Documents Were Lost START to Continue Power to the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product was interrupted, and documents in memory were lost. Press START. The HP LaserJet 3100/ 3150 product prints a report. Check the Status column for the "Fax Document was Lost
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    , see Chapter 6, "Troubleshooting." Keypad Test Failed In Service Mode only, the keypad test failed. Check the cabling connections and run the keypad test again. If the error persists, see Chapter 6, "Troubleshooting." Long Page? START to Continue The HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product If there is
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    making a voice call. Connect the product to a different phone line. No Fax in (number) Tries The HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product failed Check the fax number and try again to to connect to the receiving fax machine in send the fax. If the message appears the number of redials specified. again, try
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    to complete the copy job. No Fax Pages in Memory to Reprint The HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product attempted to execute "Reprint Last Fax" when nothing was in memory. Wait for a fax, then as soon as a fax is in the memory, the HP LaserJet 3100/ 3150 product will reprint the fax. Nov-22-93 06:30 PM
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    LaserJet you entered manually at the control panel, 3100.3150 product. the product must be directly connected to Make sure that the computer is on. a computer using a parallel cable, the Make sure that a compatible e-mail computer must be on, and a compatible e- program and the JetSuite Pro software
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    , see Chapter 6, "Troubleshooting." Printer Comm Error ^1 In Service Mode only. There was an error in communicating with the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product. Make sure that the parallel cable is securely connected between the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product and the computer. If the problem persists
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    , the job will be completed when the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product becomes available. Printer Laser Error The printer door is not latched securely. Open the printer door and reclose it Call for Service making sure both latches are secure. A problem has occurred with the print engine. Unplug
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    phone line. If the error persists, see Chapter 6, "Troubleshooting." Remote Fax was Busy The fax number dialed was busy. Try again later. Scan Reference Error There was an error detected in the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product. Recalibrate the document scanner. Scanner Error #1 An error
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    see Chapter 6, "Troubleshooting." There are No Documents in Memory HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product tried to print faxes from memory when no faxes had been received to memory. No action is required. There are no faxes to retrieve. Unrecognized Format When printing, the incorrect printer driver was
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    menu and the extended service menu are discussed in Chapter 6, "Troubleshooting." To print a menu tree 1 Press ENTER/MENU. 2 Use the < and > keys to select Reports and press ENTER/MENU. 3 Use the < and > keys to select Print the Menu and press ENTER/ MENU. The HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product exits the
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    HP LaserJet 3100 product Press ENTER/ Use the < and > keys Use the < and > keys to Use the < and > keys to MENU to access to select one of the select one of the select one Collation Next Copy Size Phonebook Outgoing Faxes Incoming Faxes All Faxes Language Default Resolution Default Contrast Copy
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    Menu tree for the HP LaserJet 3150 product Press ENTER/ Use the < and > keys Use the < and > keys to Use the < and > keys to MENU to access to select one of the select one of the select one of the choices the Menu. choices below and choices below and press below and press ENTER/ press ENTER/
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    3 Maintenance Chapter contents Life expectancies of consumables 56 Cleaning and maintaining the equipment 57 Cleaning the document scanner path 58 Cleaning the print path 60 Using a cleaning page 63 EN Chapter contents 55
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    HP LaserJet 3100/3150. Replace consumables as needed, based on failures or wear, not strictly on usage. The following table lists approximate schedules for replacing consumables. Table 10. Life expectancies of consumables Description Part number Estimated Remarks life (pages) Toner cartridge
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    shock hazard. To maintain quality, thoroughly clean the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product: q Any time a new toner cartridge is installed. q After printing approximately 2,500 pages. q Whenever print quality problems appear. Clean the outside of the printer with a slightly water-dampened cloth. Clean the
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    have excessive amounts of dust or dirt on them. Also clean these parts if there are smudges, lines, or other marks on original documents, copies, or scans of documents. 2 WARNING! Before cleaning the HP LaserJet 3100/ 3150 product, disconnect it from the power source. 1 Open the document
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    CAUTION Do not spray alcohol or any other liquid 5 directly into the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product. Doing so can damage the product. CAUTION As much as the computer, or faxes you send have black or white lines running through them, see Chapter 6, "Troubleshooting," for information about
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    ammonia-based cleaners on or around the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product can damage it. 2 Use the two latches on the printer door to open it. Clean the inside of the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product with a dry, lint-free cloth. Remove all dust, spilled toner, and particles of paper. CAUTION Only use
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    Hot water and the heat of the dryer set toner into the fabric. 3 Remove the toner cartridge. 4 Note If you notice excessive amounts of toner inside the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product, the toner cartridge may be defective. Use HP LaserJet toner cartridges to ensure high-quality printing and to reduce
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    cloth, dry the exposed area of the pickup roller using a side-to-side motion. 7 8 After the alcohol inside the product has dried completely, replace the toner cartridge and close the printer door. 8 62 Maintenance EN
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    Windows 3.1x, open File Manager. 3 Open the JetSuite folder (if the JetSuite Pro software was installed to the default location, the path is "C:\JetSuite"). Note If you do not have access to JetSuite Pro software, a cleaning page is available from the HP web addresses: http://www.hp.com/support
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    page. Note 10 If toner specks appear often and there is a frequent need to clean the print path, try using a different type of paper, and make sure the paper meets HP paper specifications. If the problem persists, see Chapter 6, "Troubleshooting," for detailed information about repetitive
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    4 Functional overview Chapter contents Basic functions 66 Printer functions 67 ECU/power system 68 Formatter system 72 Image formation system 74 Printer feed system 77 Document scanner system 81 Basic sequence of operation (formatter-to-printer 83 EN Chapter contents 65
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    (document scanner) q laser/scanner system q telecommunications system/line interface unit (LIU) The HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product consists of the printer and the document scanner. Operation sequences of the printer are controlled by the ECU. Operation sequences of the document scanner are controlled
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    Printer functions Printer functions are divided into four groups: q engine control q image formation q printer laser/scanner q pickup/feed The following figure is a block diagram of the printer unit: Figure 8. Printer unit functional block diagram EN Printer functions 67
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    ECU/power system The ECU coordinates all print engine activities, drives the laser, and coordinates print data from the formatter with the image formation process. The ECU also includes power supply and distribution circuitry. The ECU controls the following systems and functions: q print engine
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    ECU, is activated manually from the bottom of the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product. The switch causes the print engine to perform a self-diagnostic which bypasses the formatter and prints a full page of black vertical lines. This test is useful for troubleshooting printer problems because it isolates
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    voltage is distributed to the DC power supply circuitry and to the AC driver circuitry, which controls AC voltage to the fusing assembly's heating element. Fuse 102 (found only on 110V units) provides overcurrent protection to the printer DC power supply circuitry. q In addition, the +12V DC and +5V
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    applies a positive or negative DC voltage to the transfer roller according to the instructions from the ECU. This circuit also controls the image density by changing the primary (in other words, when the printer door is open). Figure 10. High-voltage power supply circuit EN ECU/power system 71
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    : q controlling the document scanner q formatting and controlling faxes q formatting and controlling copies q receiving and processing print data from the printer interface q monitoring the control panel and relaying printer status information q developing and coordinating data placement and timing
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    "draft" or "economy" mode from the printer driver allows the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product to use approximately 50% less toner, extending the life of the toner cartridge. This is only available using printer driver properties when printing or making copies from the software. EN Formatter system 73
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    cavity, and cleaning station. Including these components (which wear, degrade, or are consumed) in the replaceable toner cartridge eliminates the need for a service call when replacement is required. The special photosensitive properties of the drum allow an image to be formed on the drum surface
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    permanently damage the drum. Protect the cartridge whenever removing it from the printer. Step 1: Primary charging This process consists of applying a uniform negative charge to the surface of the drum with the primary charging roller, located in the toner cartridge. The primary charging roller is
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    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 paper. After separation, the drum is cleaned and conditioned for the next image. Step 5: Separating
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    one, main input area. Paper placed in either of these areas enables the paper-out sensor (PS202), which informs the ECU that paper is present. When the printer drive rollers then advance the paper to the transfer area where the toner image on the photosensitive drum is transferred to paper. After the
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    printer paper path. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Figure 12. Simplified paper path 1 Face-up output path 2 Document output support 3 Face-down output path 4 Single-sheet input slot 5 Paper input bin 6 Delivery roller 7 Face-up/face-down lever 8 Fixing unit 9 Pressure roller 10 Toner cartridge
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    registration sensor (PS203), and the paper exit sensor (PS201) detect paper moving through the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product. If a paper jam is detected, the ECU immediately stops the printing process and or clear a specific photosensor within a specified period of time. EN Printer feed system 79
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    cartridge Detects whether or not the printer door is closed and the toner sensor (SW101). cartridge is present. Printing cannot continue until the printer door is closed and the toner cartridge ). See Chapter 6, "Troubleshooting," for information about engine tests. 80 Functional overview EN
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    . Light reflected from documents passes through the rod lens array to the phototransistor array. The phototransistor array consists of 2,574 phototransistors: 11 driver circuits that amplify the light reception output in units of 234 phototransistors. The image data is converted and sent from the
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    The following figure shows a simplified Document scanner document path. 123 4 56 Figure 14. Simplified document path 1 Document output support 2 Document delivery roller 3 Document feed roller 4 Document input bin 5 Contact image sensor 6 Document pickup roller 82 Functional overview EN
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    and to clean the transfer charging roller. STBY (STANDBY) To maintain the printer in ready From the end of the WAIT period or mode. the LSTR motor stops. the /VDO signal from the video controller and transfers the toner image to paper. LSTR (LAST ROTATION period) From when the primary high
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    Figure 15. General timing diagram 84 Functional overview EN
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    5 Removal and replacement Chapter contents Removal and replacement strategy 86 Required tools 87 Covers 88 Document scanner assemblies 95 Internal assemblies 107 Bottom assemblies 140 EN Chapter contents 85
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    service the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product. If this warning is not followed, severe injury can result. Certain functional checks must be performed during troubleshooting affected assembly. Note Always remove the toner cartridge before removing or replacing parts. 86 Removal and replacement EN
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    cables from the product, beginning with the power cable. † Place the product on an ESD mat. † Remove all supports and bins. † Remove the toner cartridge. After completing service screwdriver will damage screw heads on the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product. Use Phillips only. EN Required tools 87
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    the power cord and phone cord(s) and remove the parallel cable from the back of the printer. 2 Remove all supports and bins. 3 Press the printer door release latches and open the printer door. 4 Remove the toner cartridge. 5 Rotate the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product so that you face the back of the
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    7 Insert the small flatblade screwdriver into the openings (callout 1) at the top of the back cover to pop the upper corners. 12 Figure 17. Back cover removal (2 of 2) 8 Remove the back cover by grabbing it on both sides and pulling it away. To reinstall After placing the back cover in its correct
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    Right side cover 1 Remove the back cover. 2 Rotate the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product so that you face its right side. 3 Remove one (1) screw (callout 1) from the top of the right side cover. 12 Figure 18. Right side cover removal 4 Pop the latches at the top of the
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    Left side cover 1 Remove the back cover. 2 Rotate the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product so that you face the back of the product. 3 Pop the latches at the top and bottom (callout 1), at the back of the product. 2
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    the left side of the product. 4 Remove one (1) screw (callout 2) from the top of the left front cover. 12 2 Figure 20. Left front cover removal 5 Remove the cover by popping the tab at the top and lifting the cover up and away from the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product. 92 Removal and replacement EN
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    Top cover 1 Remove the back cover, the right side cover, the left side cover, and the left front cover. 2 Remove one (1) screw (callout 1) from the top of the top cover. 12 Figure 21. Top cover removal 3 Lift the top cover off the product. 4 Lift the input
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    from the formatter, including country-specific settings. Clearing memory can render the product illegal or inoperable. See the section in Chapter 6, "Troubleshooting," about softswitches to restore the country code. 3 Remove the fifth screw (callout 2) from the RFI shield. 32 12 2 Figure 22. RFI
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    the right side of the formatter board, and then open tie-wrap that holds all four cables to release the cables. 4 Remove the three (3) grounding screws (callout 2). 2 12 Note Figure 23. Printer door removal (1 of 3) Upon reinstallation, make sure that you reinstall the grounding wires to their
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    5 Remove the printer door cable guide (callout 1) by rocking it free and lifting it out. 6 Remove the spacer (callout 2) by releasing the latch at one end and then lifting it out. 12 2 Figure 24. Printer door removal (2 of 3) 96 Removal and replacement EN
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    7 Rotate the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product so that you face the front. Tabs on the printer door hinge covers prevent the hinge covers from becoming dislodged. The tabs flex inward (toward the middle of the product) to release the hinge covers. 8
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    the document release door from the printer door without opening or removing the printer door, HP recommends that you remove the printer door before replacing components of the document release door. 1 Remove the printer door from the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product. 2 Release the interlocks (callout
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    4 To release the right hinge of the document release door from the printer door, use one hand to simultaneously press the right side of the document release door toward the left and pull the printer door frame to the right. Figure 27. Document release door removal (2 of 2) 5 Lift out the right side
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    assembly 1 Remove the three (3) screws (callout 1) from the upper guide assembly. 2 On some HP LaserJet 3100 products, there is a fourth screw (callout 2) to remove. 3 Lift up and rotate the assembly toward you. 2 12 Figure 28. Upper guide assembly removal (1 of 2) 100 Removal and replacement EN
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    boards. 5 On all HP LaserJet 3150 products and on some HP LaserJet 3100 products, there is an additional screw (callout 2) to remove. 6 Release two (2) cables (callout 3) from their connectors, one on each of the small printed circuit boards. 12 32 2 Figure 29. Upper guide assembly removal (2 of
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    Contact image sensor 1 Remove the document scanner guide by lifting it up while pressing the two tabs at the left side of the assembly. Figure 30. Contact image sensor removal (1 of 2) 102 Removal and replacement EN
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    . Contact image sensor removal (2 of 2) 3 Lift up the contact image sensor and its mounting plate together. 4 Remove the grounding screw and the cable from the bottom of the contact image sensor. Clean the scanner glass after the contact image sensor is reinstalled. EN Document scanner assemblies
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    Document scanner assembly/motor 1 Remove the document scanner guide by lifting it up while pressing the two tabs at the left side of the assembly (see Figure 30). 2 Remove the two (2) screws (callout 1) from
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    reinstall Reinstall the document scanner motor to the same position as before its removal. If the motor is not reinstalled to the same position, the cables might not reach their connectors. EN Document scanner assemblies 105
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    the document release door has already been removed. 1 Remove the document scanner guide by lifting it up while pressing the two tabs at the left side roller shaft has been removed, parts can easily fall off of the shaft. Upon reinstallation, make sure that all of the parts have been replaced on the
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    back cover. 2 Pull out slightly the connector for the flat, flexible cable (callout 1) to release the cable and disconnect the cable from the LIU board. The flat, flexible cable must be reinstalled to the same orientation. Examine the cable and make notes about its orientation to make sure that you
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    the LIU board has not been removed from the product, pull out slightly the connector for the flat, flexible cable (callout 1) at the left side of the formatter board to release the cable, and then disconnect the cable from the formatter board. 3 Pull out slightly the connector for the flat, flexible
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    tie-wrap that holds all four cables to release the cables. 5 Remove the remaining screw from Troubleshooting," for information about how to download the most recent firmware version and software program versions from the HP website (http:/www.hp.com/cposupport/). Updating the firmware and software
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    the three (3) grounding screws (callout 2). Upon reinstallation, make sure that you reinstall the grounding wires to their correct locations. 4 Release the cable guide from the frame (callout 3). 5 Remove the remaining two (2) screws (callout 4) from the metal side plate. 12 2 42 32 Figure 38
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    Exit roller 1 Remove all covers, the RFI shield, and the printer door. 2 Pry in the tab at the lower end of the left exit roller bushing and pull it inward. 3 Release the exit roller by rotating
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    Delivery assembly 1 Remove all covers, the RFI shield, the printer door, and the exit roller. 2 Remove the cartridge guide by pressing in the tab (callout 1) and sliding the guide toward the front of the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product (callout 2). 2 12 Figure 40. Delivery assembly removal (1 of 2)
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    12 Note Figure 41. Delivery assembly removal (2 of 2) 4 Rotate the rear of the delivery assembly up and forward and lift it out of the printer. Upon reinstallation, the tabs on the front end of the delivery assembly must fit under the sheet metal fuser plate below to correctly reseat the
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    Fuser pressure plate 1 Remove all covers, the RFI shield, the printer door, the exit roller, and the delivery assembly. 2 Remove the two (2) screws (callout 1). 3 Press the fuser plate retainer clips out (callout 2) to release the pressure
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    of the fuser pressure plate (callout 2). It is important that the spring is placed over the positioning pin (callout 3) because inadequate pressure will cause fusing problems. Replace the screws. Figure 43. Fuser pressure plate replacement EN Internal assemblies 115
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    Note Front casing 1 Remove all covers, the RFI shield, and the printer door. 2 Remove the two (2) screws (callout 1) from the right hinge holder. The lower screw on each of the hinge holders secures a small metal grounding plate.
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    Heating element 1 Remove all covers, the RFI shield, the printer door, the exit roller, the delivery assembly, the fuser pressure plate, and 2). 12 2 Figure 45. Heating element removal (1 of 2) 3 Remove the wire from the wire guides along the right side of the printer. EN Internal assemblies 117
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    Figure 46. Heating element removal (2 of 2) 5 Lift the heating element out. To reinstall Make sure the connectors are properly reattached and that the thermistor feedback cable is routed behind the face-up/face-down lever. 118 Removal and replacement EN
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    edge (callout 1) and then rolling it gently backward (callout 2). 12 2 Note Note EN Figure 47. Pressure roller guide removal 3 Lift the right end of the pressure roller up and out of the printer chassis. The right end of the pressure roller is greased. 4 The left side will follow easily with the
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    90 degrees (past the spring) and pull it straight out the front of the printer. To reinstall 1 Make sure the lever arm is on the left and is pliers. 3 Slide the short, round tabs into the grooves on the separation guide assembly. The machined ridges on the lever will face you. 4 Release the spring
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    exit roller assembly 1 Remove all covers, the RFI shield, the printer door, the exit roller, the delivery assembly, the fuser pressure plate Slide the exit roller assembly forward and out to the right of the printer. 2 12 Figure 49. Fuser exit roller assembly removal EN Internal assemblies 121
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    Note Paper exit sensor flag 1 Remove all covers, the RFI shield, the printer door, the exit roller, the delivery assembly, and fuser pressure plate. Before proceeding, examine the paper exit sensor flag. It is important to note the
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    Note Laser/scanner assembly 1 Remove all covers. 2 Remove both laser/scanner connectors. 3 Remove the four (4) screws (callout 1). 4 Lift the assembly straight off. One of the four screws is longer than the other three. Upon reinstallation, the longer screw must be replaced in its original location
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    Solenoid 1 Remove all covers, the RFI shield, the LIU board, the formatter board, and the metal side plate. 2 On the left side of the printer, remove the paper pickup gear (callout 1) by pressing the tabs in the center of the gear outward and pulling the gear off. 12 Figure 52.
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    solenoid connector (callout 1) from the ECU. 4 Remove the self-tapping screw (callout 2) that holds the solenoid in place. 5 Unthread the wires from the printer chassis. 6 Lift the solenoid off. 12 2 Figure 53. Solenoid removal (2 of 2) To reinstall The paper pickup gear is keyed to go on the shaft
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    , the metal side plate, and the paper pickup gear. 2 Remove the pickup roller grounding clip on the right of the printer by lifting each end of the clip up and over the two metal guides and sliding the clip off. Figure 54. Pickup roller assembly removal (1 of 2) 126 Removal and replacement EN
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    (callout 2) to release it. 2 12 Note Figure 55. Pickup roller assembly removal (2 of 2) 4 Lift the bushing out. 5 From inside the front of the printer, slide the right side of the pickup roller assembly forward, then lift the left side out. If you replace the pickup roller assembly, also replace
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    Note To reinstall After placing the pickup roller shaft through on the left side, line up the idler roller tabs while repositioning the right side. Rock the shaft back and forth until the pickup roller and the idler roller tabs are correctly reinstalled. It is important that the pickup roller is
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    Paper feed frame 1 Remove all covers, the RFI shield, the printer door, the LIU board, the formatter board, the metal side plate, the paper pickup gear, and the pickup roller assembly. 2 Disconnect the following: • Solenoid from
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    3 Remove the four (4) screws (callout 1) from the back sheet metal plate and lift it off. 4 Remove the four (4) screws (callout 2) from the paper feed frame. 2 12 2 Figure 58. Paper feed frame removal (2 of 3) 130 Removal and replacement EN
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    Figure 59. Paper feed frame removal (3 of 3) 6 Verify that all cables are clear of the frame and pull the frame straight back to remove it. To reinstall The paper feed frame may be easier to reinstall if you place the printer on its front, so that you can apply pressure while putting
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    pickup gear, the pickup roller assembly, and the paper feed frame. 2 Looking at the back of the printer, note the two small, hookshaped release tabs on each end of the transfer roller guide. Using the small flatblade screwdriver, carefully pry each tab outward to release it. 3 Roll the released
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    is also likely to spring away from the kick plate. Place the spring aside for separation pad disassembly. 1 Remove all covers, the RFI shield, the printer door, the LIU board, the formatter board, the metal side plate, the paper pickup gear, and the pickup roller assembly. 2 Press the separation pad
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    inside the third pin. Use needlenose pliers to place the spring correctly. Figure 62. Kick plate spring replacement While rotating the kick plate into place, guide the other end of the spring onto the silver grounding plate located on the paper feed frame. 134 Removal and replacement EN
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    Separation pad 1 Remove all covers, the RFI shield, the printer door, the LIU board, the formatter board, the metal side plate, the paper pickup gear, the pickup roller assembly, and the kick plate. 2 Lift the
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    Subpads 1 Place your index finger on the subpad. 2 Press toward the top of the printer. Note Figure 64. Subpad removal If you replace the subpads, also replace the pickup roller assembly and the separation pad. See the removal procedures for
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    Feed assembly The feed assembly is located in the paper feed frame. 1 Remove all covers, the RFI shield, the printer door, the LIU board, the formatter board, the metal side plate, the paper pickup gear, the pickup roller assembly, and the paper feed frame. 2 Turn
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    Note 4 Remove the self-tapping screw (callout 1) that holds the feed assembly in place. Before proceeding, examine the tabs and how they fit into their slots (callout 2). The tabs must be reinstalled to exactly this position. 5 Remove the feed assembly. 12 2 Figure 66. Feed assembly removal (2 of
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    6 Turn the feed assembly over and place it in one hand with the roller-side down. Pop one of the tabs on the other side and the feed roller should fall into your hand. Figure 67. in their slots on the paper feed frame. Failure to do so will cause paper feed problems. EN Internal assemblies 139
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    Bottom assemblies Cable guide 1 Remove all covers, the RFI shield, the printer door, the LIU board, the formatter board, and the metal side plate. 2 Two tabs hold the cable guide on the printer chassis. Press each tab inward. 3 Pull the cable guide out. Figure 68. Cable guide removal 140 Removal
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    Main Motor 1 Remove all covers, the RFI shield, the printer door, the LIU board, the formatter board, and the metal side plate. 2 Remove the motor connector (callout 1). 3 Remove two (2) motor screws (callout 2). 4 Lift the motor out. 12 2 Figure 69. Motor removal EN Bottom assemblies 141
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    . 1 Disconnect the motor connector from the motor. 2 Release all connectors from the ECU. 3 Tip the printer on its top, with the front facing you. 4 Remove the five (5) screws (callout 1) from the bottom plate. One of the screws is a grounding screw. The location of the grounding screw is marked by
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    5 Lift the bottom plate and release the fusing assembly connector (callout 1). 12 CAUTION Figure 71. ECU removal (2 of 4) 6 Lift the bottom plate from the product and place it on its feet. Placing the ECU on a conductive surface can damage the unit. Place the ECU on an ESD mat. EN Bottom
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    7 Squeeze the speaker cover to release it from the bottom plate and lift it off the bottom plate. Figure 72. ECU removal (3 of 4) 144 Removal and replacement EN
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    ECU from an HP LaserJet 3150 product. Some HP LaserJet 3100 products do not contain the protective sheet (callout 1). 8 Remove the (7) remaining cables (callout 2). not come with any cables. Reuse the cables from the product on which you are working or see Chapter 7, "Parts and diagrams," for ordering
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    Feet 1 Insert the small flatblade screwdriver into the foot to release the tab. 2 Lift off the foot. Figure 74. Feet removal 146 Removal and replacement EN
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    148 Error messages 152 Image formation troubleshooting 157 Solving paper feed problems 165 Solving general software problems 169 Functional checks 173 Troubleshooting tools 183 Service menus 190 Softswitches 197 Firmware and software downloads 199 Fax trace report 201 EN Chapter contents
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    plugged in. 2. Verify that the power cable is functional. 3. Verify that FU102 on the ECU is not open. 4. If all of these conditions are correct, replace the ECU. Printer motor does not rotate. 1. Verify that the toner cartridge is present. 2. Verify that the printer door is closed. 3. Verify that
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    print quality problems. Also print Poor print quality. internal reports (follow the instructions under "To print all reports at once" later in this Paper does not move smoothly chapter). The product will print a through the printer paper path. phone book report, a menu report, a fax activity
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    In some countries, the HP the wrong connector. LaserJet 3100/3150 product has two connectors. Try plugging the phone cord into the other connector. Firmware is not current. Check the firmware version. See "Firmware and software downloads" later in this chapter. Product's fax settings are set
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    and delete the file named "Jetsuite.Ini." Reload the product's software. Make sure you use a bidirectional port setting. Connect the cable. Reset the printer driver. Disconnect the other devices and try again to print. There is an LPT port driver problem in Windows 9x. Reset the computer's port
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    cause for the message and steps to take to resolve the problem. Cause Solution Configuration An error was detected in the SRAM . If the error persists, replace the formatter. Config. Tied Addr. In Service Mode only, SRAM tied address Unplug the power cord from the power test Troubleshooting EN
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    Fax Failed In Service Mode only, the keypad test failed. Check the cabling connections and replace the formatter. No Modem Installed There is a problem in the LIU. Unplug the power cord from the The battery inside the HP LaserJet 3100/ Replace the formatter. (or any other 3150 product has failed,
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    these solutions works, replace the formatter. Printer Comm Error ^1 In Service Mode only. There was an error in communicating with the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product. Make sure that the parallel cable is securely connected between the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product and the computer. Use the clips
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    replace the laser/ scanner. Printer Motor Error A problem has occurred in the print Call for Service engine. Check the cabling connections to the motor. HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product. Check the cabling connections to the contact image sensor. If the error persists, follow the instructions later
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    7 seconds to reset the product. If the error persists, check the cabling connections. If the error persists, unplug the power cord from its power source the formatter. System Error An error has occurred that may require servicing. Unplug the power cord from the power source, wait 10 seconds
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    are many times the result of toner cartridge problems. 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 is seated properly in place
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    , contrast, and/or brightness settings from the dialog box that appears after you click Scan on the Document Assistant. The HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product needs to be recalibrated. Follow the instructions later in this chapter to recalibrate the document scanner. 158 Troubleshooting EN
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    on the page. Toner density setting is not adjusted correctly. A part of the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product is damaged. The internal mirror or optics are contaminated. Adjust the setting from the control panel. Follow the steps in "Basic troubleshooting" to isolate the problem. Clean the mirror
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    the item. trouble in scanning. The HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product needs to be recalibrated. Follow the instructions later in this chapter to recalibrate the document scanner. Horizontally aligned black streaks or smears appear. The toner cartridge was improperly installed. The toner cartridge is
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    roller. The HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product needs to be cleaned. See the appropriate sections of Chapter 3, "Maintenance." If you are using transparencies, they do not meet HP's specifications. Make sure that the media meets specifications detailed in HP's media specifications guide. The paper
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    The bottom of the printed page is blank or part of a graphic's image is cut off. The page is too complex. (There is not enough memory to process the page.) Set the resolution to 300 dpi through your software or printer driver. See the online help for printer driver issues. 162 Troubleshooting EN
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    toner cartridge before you installed it. The toner cartridge is completely out of Replace the toner cartridge. toner. Discontinuities exist in the high-voltage contact points. Perform the "High-voltage power supply check," which is discussed later in this chapter. There is a problem in a part
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    .9- by 279.4-mm) page, then the image in the JetSuite Pro software will be exact same size edge to edge. However, most printers cannot print right up to the edge of the paper. To get the image to fit into this printable area, you must slightly reduce the size of the image. 164 Troubleshooting EN
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    problems Problem Use the following table to solve problems related to moving paper or documents through the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 guides are not Check for broken or missing document set correctly, are broken, or are missing. feeder tray guides If you are sending a fax or copying a document longer
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    tray guides are not crooked. adjusted properly. Be sure to center the paper with the guides. Also, verify that the guides are not adjusted too tightly or too loosely against the paper. Check for broken or missing document feeder tray guides and replace as necessary. 166 Troubleshooting EN
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    Problem Cause Solution The HP LaserJet Paper guides are not adjusted properly. 3100/3150 product is feeding multiple sheets or jams frequently from the paper input bin or single-sheet input Paper was not removed from the paper slot. input bin before filling the bin. Slide the guides
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    Problem Cause Solution The HP LaserJet The special media lever is in the incorrect The special media lever should be to the 3100/3150 product position. left to send regular-weight documents. is feeding multiple The lever should be to the right to send sheets or jams thick documents,
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    settings manually. Cause Solution On a computer such as The message always a laptop that is regularly appears if the software disconnected from the detects the product is not product, you receive the connected. following message: "JetSuite Fax has detected that the HP LaserJet 3150 is switched
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    this software." See the documentation for your computer to free a COM port. When the product is directly connected to your computer, you receive this message: "JetSuite Fax has detected that the HP LaserJet 3150 is either switched off or is not connected to your computer." The parallel cable is
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    Problem Cause Solution When the product is connected to the network using an HP JetDirect print server, you receive this message: "JetSuite Fax has detected that the HP LaserJet 3150 is either switched off or is not connected to your computer." The power cord is loose. The network cord is loose.
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    support All in One 3150 product is securely connected. devices." The parallel cable may be If you have another "size C" parallel cable, try faulty. connecting it between the HP LaserJet 3150 product and the HP JetDirect print server. The HP JetDirect print server Use the HP JetAdmin software
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    Functional checks Simple hardware test A simple test of the hardware is printing and copying the demonstration page. To perform the simple hardware test 1 At the product control panel, press VOLUME+CONTRAST simultaneously to print the demonstration page. 2 Copy the demonstration page by placing it
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    is accessible without removing the covers. It is located on the bottom of the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product. . Figure 75. Engine test switch location To print an engine test Lift the front of the product and squeeze the engine test switch. A single test page is printed. 174 Troubleshooting EN
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    Internal reports Use the control panel to print configuration reports, self-test reports, and demonstration pages. The configuration report shows the settings selected from the control panel. The self-test report contains results of the completed self-test, including modem speed, number of pages
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    you have blocked (HP LaserJet 3150 product only) q Transmission report-information about specific outgoing faxes q Configuration report-current control panel settings, including the following sections: • System information • Reports • Fax settings • User defaults • Service • Softswitch settings
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    (image formation and development). Troubleshoot the failure as a transfer or fixing problem. If there is no image on the photosensitive drum, perform the following functional checks: 1 Make sure you have removed the entire length of the sealing tape from the toner cartridge before you installed the
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    . To verify that the drum is rotating: 1 Open the printer door. 2 Remove the toner cartridge. 3 Mark the drive gear on the cartridge with a felt-tipped marker. Note the position of the mark. 4 Install the toner cartridge and close the printer door. The start-up sequence should rotate the drum enough
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    and a soft pressure roller to fuse toner to the paper. To verify that the heating element is functioning correctly: 2 Unplug the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product for at least ten minutes. 3 Verify that the thermistor connector (see Figure 46) is seated into both the printer chassis and J206 of the ECU
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    1), drum ground (callout 2), and developing roller (callout 3). If they are dirty or corroded, clean the connections, or, if they are damaged, replace the toner cartridge. Use only alcohol to clean the connections. Figure 76. Toner cartridge high-voltage connection points 180 Troubleshooting EN
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    Checking the high-voltage connector assembly The assembly uses three spring-loaded pins to contact the toner cartridge: charging (callout 1), drum ground (callout 2), and developing roller (callout 3). Verify that the pins are not dirty or corroded and that the spring-loading action is
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    (callout 1). 12 Figure 78. Overriding SW101 3 While SW101 is engaged, perform an Engine Test to observe paper motion. (See procedures earlier in this chapter.) 182 Troubleshooting EN
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    Troubleshooting tools Paper path and components Figure 79. Paper path and components EN Troubleshooting tools 183
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    Document path and components Formatter Figure 80. Document path and components 184 Troubleshooting EN
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    Repetitive image defect ruler Figure 81. Repetitive image defect ruler EN Troubleshooting tools 185
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    faxes you 1 Clean the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product as detailed toner is the contaminant, you might have to scrape it off of the glass. Be careful not to scratch the glass. 4 Print a demonstration page by pressing VOLUME+CONTRAST simultaneously. 5 Copy the demonstration page. 186 Troubleshooting
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    Service and press ENTER/MENU. 9 Use the < and > keys to select Scan Correction and press ENTER/MENU. 10 Insert a blank, bright white piece of letter-sized paper into the document feeder tray. The HP LaserJet 3100/ 3150 the contact image sensor assembly should be replaced. Troubleshooting tools 187
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    Main wiring ECU Figure 82. General circuit diagram (1 of 2) 188 Troubleshooting EN
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    Formatter Document Scanner Motor Figure 83. General circuit diagram (2 of 2) EN Troubleshooting tools 189
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    access to select "Service" select one of the select one of the choices fax line. q Remote setup, followed by Receive setup or Send setup allows for softswitch settings to be sent or received through the fax line. q T.30 protocol trace allows you to set how often the test is run. 190 Troubleshooting
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    Extended service menu Use the extended service mode to run various self-tests and to change softswitch settings, such as the country code softswitch setting. The following page shows the layout of the extended service menu settings in a hierarchical diagram. EN Service menus 191
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    tree Press BACKSPACE#** to access the extended service menu. Use the < and > keys to select one of the choices below and press ENTER/MENU. Use the < and > keys to select one of the choices below and press ENTER/MENU. See the display for further instructions. Notes about some of the menu choices
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    replugging in the power cord. 2. If the test fails again, clear all memory (see the extended service menu tree). 3. If the test fails again, replace the formatter. 1. Make sure that the telephone cable is plugged into the correct connector on the product and that the telephone line is operational
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    below shows tests that can be performed in extended service mode and a brief explanation of each test: Table 16. Extended service mode tests Test Explanation Keypad test Tests all keypad 300 Hz to 2425 Hz. Modem modulation Generates various fax identification signals. 194 Troubleshooting EN
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    service mode reports Report Explanation T.30 protocol trace Prints a report of the G3 protocol transmissions and receptions. See the section about fax an English report to translate non-English messages on the display. Printer fonts Prints all characters of fonts available in memory. Firmware
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    settings and can assist you in restoring the product to its settings. To perform a system reset, use extended service mode to choose Memory/softswitch, and then choose Clear memory. Use the < and > keys to select the curve, total page count, country code, and serial number. 196 Troubleshooting EN
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    to defaults, the country code softswitch must be reset. Extended service mode allows you to change softswitches on the product. A softswitch is a set of one to eight bits (a sequence of eight 1's and 0's), as needed. See the software technical reference for a complete list of softswitches. To change
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    hex) United States 00000000 (00 hex) 9 Press Enter/Menu to complete the softswitch change. 10 Press Stop/Clear. 11 Enter Backspace#** to exit the extended service menu. If you do not complete step 11 above, the product will exit extended service mode within a few minutes. 198 Troubleshooting EN
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    versions of the firmware and software for the HP LaserJet 3100/3150 product can be downloaded to the product from the following websites: q http://www.hp.com/support/lj3100/ q http://www.hp.com/support/lj3150/ After you connect to the site, click "Drivers and Software." Locate and click the firmware
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    is easy to see from the table above that the only way to ensure complete compatibility is to have either: q HP LaserJet 3100 product components with no HP LaserJet 3150 product components or q HP LaserJet 3150 product components with no HP LaserJet 3100 product components. 200 Troubleshooting EN
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    Note Use the control panel service menu to choose T.30 Protocol Trace and then select At the end of each call. Configure another fax machine, preferably another HP LaserJet 3100 or 3150 product, to the same (or similar) settings. Send a fax from the product or receive a fax to the product from the
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    Table 20. Fax phase sequence Sequence Calling station Called station Phase A-Call setup date) 17 Receive message (SCAN), check for errors 18 Transmit FSK 19 At end of message, send one of the following: z EOM z EOP z MPS z PRI-Q z PPS-NULL z PPS-MPS hangs up 202 Troubleshooting EN
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    EOM) (PPS-NULL) Any one of the following: z (PPS-MPS) z (PPS-EOP) z (PPS-EOM) z (PPS-PRI-MPS) z (PPS-PRI-EOP) z (PPS-PRI-EOM) (RR) DCN Comments Appropriate responses Identifying capabilities: from a manual receiver or an auto-answer unit (RNR) (ERR) MCF PIP PIN (CRP) None EN Fax trace report 203
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    (-43 is a weak signal; see explanation below Figure 85, Example of a successfully received fax) DCN Disconnect X101 1111 DCS Digital command signal X100 0001 DIS Digital identification signal 0000 0001 DTC data link control LCS Line conditioning signals 1100 Hz 204 Troubleshooting EN
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    Table 22. Fax abbreviations Abbreviation Function MCF Message confirmation MSG MPS NSF NSF NSS PID PIN PIP PIS PPS PPS-EOM PPS-EOP PPS-MPS 5 5 X100 0010 1000 0011 X100 0101 1000 0101 X100 0011 V.27 = 4800/2400 V.29 = 9600/7200 V.33 = 14400/12000 V.17 = 14400/12000/9600/7200 Fax trace report 205
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    Note Figure 84. Example of a successfully sent fax Phase A, call establishment, does not show up on a trace report. Phase C is the phase in which faxed pages are transferred. 206 Troubleshooting EN
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    Explanation of DBM -dBM values shown on the fax trace report are hexadecimal numbers. Convert the value to a base-10 number and then divide by 5 to check signal , -10.4 falls into the range of -10 to -43 (with -43 being a weak signal). -10.4 is, therefore, a strong signal. EN Fax trace report 207
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    208 Troubleshooting EN
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    7 Parts and diagrams Chapter contents How to use the parts lists and diagrams 210 Consumables and accessories 211 Common hardware 214 Alphabetical parts list 242 Numerical parts list 249 EN Chapter contents 209
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    -Packard Co. Support Materials, Europe Wolf-Hirth Strasse 33 D-7030 Boblingen, Germany The website http://www.hpisis.com/ can be used by HP partners only; a login and password are required. You can also contact Hewlett-Packard at (916) 783-0804 to find out part numbers for the HP LaserJet 3100/3150
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    Customer Information Center at (800) 752-0900. Table 23. Consumables and accessories Item Toner cartridge HP LaserJet size C Printer Parallel cables (IEEE-1284) Phone cables and adapters Product number C3906A 8120-8668 C2946A (8182-0004) C2947A 5040-9078 C3948-60126 C3948-60121 C3948-60105 C3948
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    Hungary, Italy, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Russia, Spain, Sweden, Ukraine Power cable-Canada, Mexico, U.S. Power cable-China Power cable-Denmark Power cable-Hong Kong SAR Power cable-Ireland, United Kingdom Power cable-Israel Power cable-Malaysia, Singapore Switzerland 212 Parts and diagrams EN
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    23 may be ordered from Hewlett-Packard. The phone numbers are: q U.S.: (800) 538-8787 q Canada: (800) 387-3154 (Toronto: (516) 671-8383) q United Kingdom: 0734-441212 q Germany: 0130-3322 Contact a local HP Parts Coordinator for other local phone numbers. Parts that have no reference designator
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    Common hardware Table 24. Common fasteners Example Description Screw, machine, truss head Screw, star Screw, self-tapping Screw, hex-head Screw, hex-head, star 214 Parts and diagrams EN
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    020CN Delivery assembly RG5-4771-000CN Document scanner assembly RG5-3475-040CN Separation guide assembly RG5-4768-000CN (LJ 3150) RG5-4221-000CN (LJ 3100) Upper guide assembly RG5-3485-030CN Feed assembly RG5-4769-000CN (LJ 3150) RG5-4241-000CN (LJ 3100) Control panel assembly Figure 86. Major
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    Figure 87. Supports 216 Parts and diagrams EN
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    Table 25. Supports Reference Part number 1 RB2-3362-000CN 2 RB2-3410-000CN 3 RB2-3455-000CN 4 RB2-3470- C3948-00022 C3948-00037 Description Paper input support Paper output support Document feeder support Document output support Nameplate-LJ 3150 One-touch pad overlay sheet Control panel
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    Figure 88. External covers and panels 218 Parts and diagrams EN
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    Table 26. External covers and panels Reference Part number Description 1 C3948-40010 I/O bezel 2 RB2-3341-000CN 11 RB2-3452-000CN Pressure release lever cover 12 RB2-3448-000CN Paper path lever-LJ 3150 (darker in color) RB2-3453-000CN Paper path lever-LJ 3100 (lighter in color)
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    RG5-4768-000CN (3150) RG5-4221-000CN (3100) RG5-4769-000CN (3150) RG5-4241-000CN (3100) RG5-4770-000CN (3150) RG5-4220-000CN (3100) 22 21 11 20 RG5-4771-000CN Figure 89. Printer door (1 of 2) 220 Parts and diagrams EN
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    -LJ 3150 Printer door assembly-LJ 3100 Upper guide assembly-LJ 3150 Upper guide assembly-LJ 3100 Document scanner assembly Control panel assembly-LJ 3150 Control panel assembly-LJ 3100 Strap Document scanner guide Separation pad kit for document scanner path Contact image sensor assembly Cable tube
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    Figure 90. Printer door (2 of 2) 222 Parts and diagrams EN
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    Table 28. Printer door (2 of 2) Reference Part number RG5-4770-000CN RG5-4220-000CN 1 RB2-3365-000CN 4 RB2-3401-000CN 5 RB2-3402-000CN 24 XA9-0614-000CN Description Printer door assembly-LJ 3150 Printer door assembly-LJ 3100 Sheet, arching (2) Duct, 1 Duct, 2 Screw, M3X8 (4) EN Common
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    Figure 91. Document scanner assembly 224 Parts and diagrams EN
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    Table 29. Document scanner assembly Reference Part number Description RG5-4771-000CN Document scanner assembly 1 RG5-4772-000CN Pickup roller assembly, document scanner 19 RH7-1376-000CN Motor, AC 1.08W 503 XB4-7300-807CN Screw, M3X8 EN Common hardware 225
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    RG5-3484-070CN RG5-3486-040CN RG5-3474-020CN 21 22 16 25 Figure 92. Internal components (1 of 3) 226 Parts and diagrams EN
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    22 23 24 24 25 501 Part number RG5-3484-070CN RG5-3486-040CN Cable guide, control panel Cable guide, frame Screw Left hinge holder Right hinge holder Screw, TP, M3X4 (4) Cable, grounding, document scanner motor Screw Formatter-LJ 3100 Formatter-LJ 3100 (exchange) Formatter-LJ 3150 Formatter-LJ 3150
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    21 Figure 93. Internal components (2 of 3) 228 Parts and diagrams EN
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    Gear kit #1 Bushing (2) Pressure release lever Gear support plate Gear holder Fuser release kit Motor, DC 12V Gear kit #2 Switch lever assembly Exit roller Note: The Following two parts (ref. 19 and 20) must both be replaced if replacing either one. 19 RG5-3497-050CN Laser/scanner assembly 20
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    RG5-3475-040CN 21 Figure 94. Internal components (3 of 3) 230 Parts and diagrams EN
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    Table 32. Internal components (3 of 3) Reference Part number Description RG5-3475-040CN Separation guide assembly 1 RB1-7223-000CN Grounding clip 2 RB1-7246-000CN Bushing (2) 3 RB1-7341-030CN Right cartridge guide #1 4 RF5-2364-000CN Pressure roller 5 RF5-1517-020CN Pressure plate
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    Figure 95. Electrical components assembly 232 Parts and diagrams EN
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    33. Electrical components assembly Reference Part number Description 1 RB2-3346-000CN Speaker mount 2 RB2-3342-000CN Bottom plate 3 RB2-3347-000CN Spacer, PCB (7) 4 RF5-2663-000CN Foot (4) 5 RG5-2035-000CN Cable, laser 6 RH2-5346-000CN Cable, formatter 7 RH6-3845-000CN Speaker
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    RG5-3486-040CN Figure 96. Paper pickup assembly 234 Parts and diagrams RG5-3485-030CN EN
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    -070CN Paper pickup assembly RG5-3485-030CN Feed assembly RG5-3486-040CN Pickup roller assembly (Note: if replacing this part, also replace the separation pad kit, part number RY7-5008-000CN) 1 RB1-7172-000CN Spring, grounding 2 RY7-5008-000CN Separation pad kit (Note: if replacing this
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    Figure 97. Feed assembly 236 Parts and diagrams EN
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    Table 35. Feeder assembly Reference Part number RG5-3485-030CN 1 RB2-1699-000CN Description Feed assembly Feed roller EN Common hardware 237
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    Figure 98. Separation guide assembly 238 Parts and diagrams EN
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    Table 36. Separation guide assembly Reference Part number Description RG5-3475-040CN Separation guide assembly 2 RG5-3476-000CN Face-up/face-down lever 4 RB2-1690-000CN Fuser roller bushing 5 RB1-7293-000CN Lever, sensor 6 RB1-7294-000CN Spring, torsion 7
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    Figure 99. Delivery assembly 240 Parts and diagrams EN
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    Table 37. Delivery assembly Reference Part number RG5-3474-020CN 1 RB1-7284-020CN 2 RB2-1685-000CN 3 RB1-7286-000CN 4 RB1-7287-000CN 6 RG5-3479-000CN 7 RG5-3478-000CN 8 RB1-7334-000CN
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    Alphabetical parts list Part name Part number Arm, plate, left RB1-7185-000CN Arm, plate, right RB1-7186-000CN Bottom plate RB2-3342-000CN Bushing RB1-7184-000CN Bushing (2) RB1-7246-000CN Bushing (2) RB1-7288-020CN Cable guide RB1-7130-020CN Cable guide RB2-3409-000CN Cable guide
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    spring #1 (4) RB1-7286-000CN Delivery spring #2 (2) RB1-7287-000CN Document feeder support RB2-3455-000CN Document output support RB2-3470-000CN Document scanner assembly RG5-4771-000CN Document scanner guide RB2-3436-000CN Duct, 1 RB2-3401-000CN Duct, 2 RB2-3402-000CN Figure
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    3150 (exchange) Frame, paper feed Front casing Fuser connector (2P) Fuser exit roller assembly Fuser release kit Fuser roller bushing Gear holder Gear kit #1 Gear kit #2 Gear support plate Grounding clip Grounding metal Grounding plate Grounding plate (2) Grounding spring Guide sheet I/O bezel Part
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    1376-000CN Motor, DC 12V RH7-1320-000CN Nameplate-LJ 3150 C4256-40001 One-touch pad overlay sheet RB2-3393-000CN Paper feed drive assembly RG5-1947-000CN Paper guide RB1-7247-000CN Paper input support RB2-3362-000CN Paper output support RB2-3410-000CN Paper path lever-LJ 3100 (lighter
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    38. Alphabetical parts list Part name Pressure roller Pressure roller gear (27T) Pressure roller grease Pressure roller ground guide Printer door assembly-LJ 3100 Printer door assembly-LJ 3150 Rear cover Reinforcement plate RFI shield Right cartridge guide #1 Right cartridge guide #2 Right cover
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    38. Alphabetical parts list Part name Screw, tapping, truss head, M3X8 (7) Screw, tapping, truss head, M4X8 (3) Screw, TP, M3X12 Screw, TP, M3X4 (4) Screw, TP, M3X6 (2) Screw, TP, M3X8 Screw, TP, M3X8 (5) Screw, with star washer, M3X4 Screw, with washer, M3X6 (4) Separation guide assembly Separation
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    38. Alphabetical parts list Part name Transfer guide Transfer guide assembly Transfer roller Upper guide assembly-LJ 3100 Upper guide assembly-LJ 3150 Part number RF5-2358-000CN RG5-3452-000CN RF5-1534-000CN RG5-4221-000CN RG5-4768-000CN Figure # 94 94 94 89 89 Reference 6 21 7 248 Parts and
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    C4256-40001 CK-8006-000CN FA9-1449-000CN RB1-7105-000CN RB1-7107-000CN Part name Figure # Screw, M3X6 (9) 92 RFI shield 92 Control panel overlay (worldwide) 92 Cable, LIU 95 Formatter-LJ 3100 92 Formatter-LJ 3150 92 Formatter-LJ 3100 (exchange) 92 Formatter-LJ 3150 (exchange) 92
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    3341-000CN RB2-3342-000CN RB2-3345-000CN Part name Grounding metal Cable guide Spring, grounding Guide sheet Frame, paper feed Bushing Arm, cartridge guide #1 Grounding spring Gear support plate Delivery roller #2 (2) Fuser roller bushing Feed roller Right cover Bottom plate Cap 250 Parts and
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    Rear cover 88 Paper input support 87 Metal plate 92 Sheet, arching (2) 90 Cable guide holder, formatter 92 One-touch pad overlay sheet 87 Duct, 1 90 Duct, 2 90 Cable guide 89 Paper output support 87 Document scanner guide 89 Paper path lever-LJ 3150 (darker in color) 88 Front
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    -000CN Part name Spacer Left cartridge guide Right cartridge guide #2 Pressure plate Pressure roller ground guide Transfer roller Transfer guide Pressure Cable, paper pickup Cable, thermistor Cable, motor Cable, laser Transfer guide assembly Switch lever assembly Delivery assembly Separation guide
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    000CN RY7-5009-000CN RY7-5036-000CN RY7-5055-000CN Part name Figure # Printer door assembly-LJ 3100 89, 90 Upper guide assembly-LJ 3100 89 Cable, contact image sensor (J1004 to 89 J903) Cable, grounding, document scanner motor 92 Cable, CIS grounding 89 Contact image sensor assembly 89
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    -807CN XB4-7300-807CN XB4-7300-809CN XB4-7400-807CN XB4-7401-000CN XB6-7300-807CN Part name Fuser connector (2P) Ferrite ring core Clamp, wire Clamp, cable Cable guide, control panel Clamp, cable Cable guide, frame Screw Screw, TP, M3X6 (2) Screw, TP, M3X12 Screw, TP, M3X4 (4) Screw, TP, M3X8 Screw
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    pad replacement The document scanner separation pad is a user-replacable part that is ordered as part of a kit for either the HP LaserJet 3100 product and HP LaserJet 3150 product. The "separation pad kit for document scanner path"-part number RY7-5055-000CN-contains three pieces: q Document scanner
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    How to replace the document scanner separation pad 1 Lift open the document release door. 2 Roatate the strap on the left side of the printer door to unhook the strap. 3 Grasp the separation pad and mylar sheet together (callout 1, below) and lift them straight away from the document release door.
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    and consumables availability 33 life expectancies 56 list 211 ordering 213 part numbers 56 replacement schedule 56 acoustical emissions 17 adjusting registration 174 amperage 17 appropriate responses, fax 203 assemblies cable guide 140 contact image sensor 102 delivery 112, 240 document release door
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    C cable guide assembly 140 cables parallel 22, 211 phone 22 power 22 Canadian requirements 28, 30 capacity circuit 17 document feeder tray 37 media input bin 37 output 37 paper output bin 37 cartridge sensor (SW101) 80 cartridges, toner. See toner cartridges CD-ROM damaged 170 unable to read 170
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    support ordering parts 210 Support Materials Europe (SME) 210 Support Materials Organization (SMO) 210 cycle, duty printer 15 scanner 15 D damaged CD-ROM or floppy disks 170 dark faxes 158, 160 scanned images 158 date/time incorrect 46 invalid 44 setting 53, 54 toner cartridge 39 dialing manual 39
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    40 modem 45 polling 48 printer fixing 48 scanner 50 system 51 ESD (electrostatic discharge) caution 86 mat 87 estimated life of consumables 56 exit roller assembly 111 exit rollers 77 expiration date of toner cartridges 157 extended service menu tree 192 extended service mode reports 195 extended
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    feeder tray 19 guides, paper 21 height of unit 16 high-voltage connector assembly 181 power distribution 71 power supply check 180 HP authorized dealers 211 HP Customer Information Center 211 HP FIRST fax service 32 HP Planet Partners LaserJet Toner Cartridge and Consumables Recycling Program
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    statement 23, 24 laser/scanner assembly for printer 123 last rotation period 83 latches, printer door release 20 LCD characters test 194 service 190 extended service 192 HP LaserJet 3100 product 53 HP LaserJet 3150 product 54 printing 52 messages, control panel 40 metal side plate assembly 110 MH fax
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    19, 20 paper consumption 31 curl 181 feed problems 165 guides 21 jammed 41 motion 77 not being picked toner cartridge 38 phase sequence, fax 202 phone line connector 22 phone. See telephone phonebook report 53, 54 photo resolution 16 photosensitive drum charging 75 cleaning process 76 troubleshooting
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    part numbers and descriptions 221, 223 printer fonts report 195 printing configuration report 52 engine test page 174 faded 159 faint 56 menu tree 52 misaligned 163 paused 47 timeout 47 to edge of paper 158 won't print 158 problems. See errors; troubleshooting recycling 31 toner cartridges 31 redial
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    storage 36 toner cartridge storage 38 reset country code 197 resolution default 53, 54 fax 16 fine 16 halftone 16 key on control panel 39 photo 16 print troubleshooting 169 scattered toner on page 161 schedule for replacing consumables 56 schemes, fax coding 15 screwdrivers required for servicing 87
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    77, 79, 80 toner cartridge 80 separating process 76 separation guide assembly 238 separation pad assembly 135 separation pads description 77 estimated life 56 scanner 56 serial number 18, 22 service and support HP Customer Information Center 211 ordering parts 210 Support Materials Europe (SME) 210
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    engine 174 extended service mode 194 fax memory 193 half on paper 64 toner cartridges checking 157 checking tools servicing 87 troubleshooting 182 problems 165 process malfunctions 177 scanning problems 169 tools 182 U unidirectional ports 170 uninterruptible power supply (UPS) 36 upper guide
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    70 volume default setting 53, 54 key on control panel 39 W wait period 83 warranty 32 wattage 17 weight media requirements 37 of unit 16 toner cartridge when full and empty 157 white areas on page 161 stripes on page 159 white reference summary 195 width of unit 16 wiring diagram 188
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