If you see tracks or blotches on your office prints on a regular basis, it is definitely time to repair or clean your printer drum unit. Cleaning the unit is always a wonderful first option for saving money for your organisation. The drum is an important part of your laser printer since it transfers an image onto paper to create the final print. Drum units are quite sensitive, so proceed with caution if you choose to clean them. Before you begin, consult your printer’s manual because different printers may recommend that you take your drum in to be cleaned rather than cleaning it yourself.
Step One: Supplies
Before you begin cleaning your drum, you will need a few materials. Cotton swabs, tweezers or needle-nose pliers, a soft cleaning or lint-free cloth, paper towels, and rubbing alcohol are all necessary tools. After you’ve gathered these supplies, remove the drum unit from the printer. To avoid harming your drum, carefully read the manufacturer’s instructions. Avoid leaving fingerprints on the roller surfaces while removing your drum. Toner may also spill out at this process, so keep paper towels handy.
Step Two: Inspect
Place your drum set on a stack of paper towels. Examine it carefully to determine if there is any evident damage that could be causing the track marks on your paper. If there is, replace the drum unit. Continue cleaning if there is no visible damage.
Step Three: Cleaning
Look for toner pieces on the drum unit. Remove them with tweezers, taking care not to haste or touch the drum unit’s surface. You must avoid scratching the sensitive surface of the drum with any sharp or pointed objects.
Dip a cotton swab in rubbing alcohol after removing the toner lumps. Wipe away any dirt that is visible on the drum. If the drum unit is dirty, dab some rubbing alcohol on a lint-free cloth and gently wipe the drum unit’s body. Once again, inspect the drum to ensure that all areas are clean.
Step Three: Testing
After cleaning, make sure the drum unit is totally dry before reinstalling it in the printer and powering it on. Wait a minute or two before printing to allow the printer to properly warm up. Print one or two practise pages. If there are still streaks, wait a few minutes before printing two additional test pages. If this does not resolve the issue, you may need to replace the drum unit.
