Ricoh 3300D User Guide - Page 30

Replacing the toner cartridge Warning • Do not incinerate used toner or toner containers. Toner dust might ignite when exposed to an open flame. • Disposal can take place at our authorized dealer. • Dispose of used toner containers in accordance with local regulations. Caution • Keep toner (used or unused) and toner cartridge out of reach of children. When the toner is completely empty or the toner cartridge reached the end of its life span: • The printer stops printing. • The Status Monitor program window appears on the computer. • The Alert LED blinks red. At this stage, the toner cartridge needs to be replaced. 1 Open the front cover. 2 Pull the old toner cartridge out. 3 Remove the new toner cartridge from its bag. 4 Thoroughly shake the cartridge 5 or 6 times to distribute the toner evenly inside the cartridge. Thoroughly shake the cartridge to assure maximum copies per cartridge. 5 Remove the paper protecting the toner cartridge by pulling the packing tape. Note • Refer to the helpful pictures on the cartridge wrapping paper. • If toner gets on your clothing, wipe it off with a dry cloth and wash clothing in cold water. Hot water sets toner into fabric. • To prevent damage to the toner cartridge, do not expose it to light for more than a few minutes. Cover it with a piece of paper, if necessary. • Do not touch the green surface underside of the toner cartridge. Use the handle on the cartridge to avoid touching this area. 6 Hold the toner cartridge by the handle and slowly insert the cartridge into the opening in the printer. Note • Do not use sharp objects, such as a knife or scissors, to open the toner cartridge package. They might scratch the drum of the cartridge. 8.4