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Phaser 540


Replacing the fuser
Replace the fuser when the front panel reads Fuser: replace. Refer to "Troubleshooting and print quality quick reference" for more information on diagnosing print quality symptoms.

Remove the used fuser

  1. Turn the power off.

  2. Open the front door and the right side door.

  3. To unlock the fuser, turn the small blue screw that is above the large knob counterclockwise (about four turns) until it is loose.

  4. Holding the blue tab on the right, pull the fuser until the safety catch stops it.

  5. Press the blue tab on the left to release the safety catch.


    Caution: The fuser may be hot. Be careful not to touch the areas marked with this caution icon:

    The fuser weighs about 4.1 kg (9 lbs.); take care to handle the fuser as shown in the illustrations.
  6. Slide the fuser out all the way, and dispose of it as normal office waste.

Insert the new fuser

  1. Remove the new fuser from its packaging.


    Note: Save all packing material in case moving or subsequent shipment is necessary.
  2. Using both hands, slide the new fuser into the printer. Push firmly to seat the fuser in place.

  3. To lock the fuser, turn the small blue screw clockwise about four turns until it is tightened.

  4. Close the right side door and the front door.

  5. Turn the power on.

Reset the copy count

To reset the copy count for the fuser, complete these steps.

  1. Press the Menu button to enter the front panel menu. You will see this message in the display:

    Help Pages
    <--- ---> Menu

  2. Press the right arrow button (--->) until the display reads

    System Counts
    <--- ---> Menu

  3. Press the Menu button to enter the System Counts menu.

  4. Press the right arrow button (--->) until the display reads

    Fuser
    <--- ---> Menu

  5. Press the Menu button; then press the Reset button.

  6. Press the Exit button until the display reads Ready.


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