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Adding Toner

This section explains precautions when adding toner, how to send scanned documents when the toner has run out, and how to dispose of used toner.

Do not incinerate toner (new or used) or toner containers. Doing so risks burns. Toner will ignite on contact with naked flame.

Do not store toner (new or used) or toner containers anywhere near naked flames. Doing so risks fire and burns. Toner will ignite on contact with naked flame.

Do not use a vacuum cleaner to remove spilled toner (including used toner). Absorbed toner may cause a fire or explosion due to electrical contact flickering inside the vacuum cleaner. However, it is possible to use a vacuum cleaner that is explosion-proof and dust ignition-proof. If toner is spilled on the floor, remove the spilled toner slowly using a wet cloth, so that the toner is not scattered.

Do not crush or squeeze toner containers. Doing so can cause toner spillage, possibly resulting in dirtying of skin, clothing, and floor, and accidental ingestion.

Store toner (new or used), toner containers, and components that have been in contact with toner out of reach of children.

If toner or used toner is inhaled, gargle with plenty of water and move into a fresh air environment. Consult a doctor if necessary.

If toner or used toner gets into your eyes, flush immediately with large amounts of water. Consult a doctor if necessary.

If toner or used toner is swallowed, dilute by drinking a large amount of water. Consult a doctor if necessary.

When removing jammed paper or replacing toner, avoid getting toner (new or used) on your clothing. If toner comes into contact with your clothing, wash the stained area with cold water. Hot water will set the toner into the fabric and make removing the stain impossible.

When removing jammed paper or replacing toner, avoid getting toner (new or used) on your skin. If toner comes into contact with your skin, wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and water.

When replacing a toner or waste toner container or consumables with toner, make sure that the toner does not splatter. Put the waste consumables in a bag after they are removed. For consumables with a lid, make sure that the lid is shut.

Always replace the toner cartridge when a notification appears on the machine.
Fault may occur if you use toner other than the recommended type.
Leave the machine on when replacing toner. If you turn off the main power when replacing toner, the settings will be lost and you cannot restart printing, or the machine may not be able to detect that a toner cartridge is inserted.
Store toner where it will not be exposed to direct sunlight, temperatures above 35°C (95°F), or high humidity.
Store toner on a flat surface.
Do not shake the toner cartridge with its mouth down after removing it. Residual toner may scatter.
Do not remove the toner cartridge straight after installing it. If you do, the toner may spill out.
Do not repeatedly install and remove toner cartridges. This will result in toner leakage.
When a toner cartridge is being used, it cannot be removed. Do not remove the cartridge forcibly.

Follow the instruction on the screen regarding how to replace a toner cartridge.

If one of the toner cartridge is empty, you can keep printing by using the other cartridge. You can change the toner cartridge during printing.

Be sure to set the new toner cartridge in the left hole first when both toner cartridges are empty.

After replacing a toner cartridge, be sure to close the toner cartridge cover. The machine stops printing if you leave the toner cartridge cover open.

If “Toner Cartridge is almost empty.” appears, the toner has almost run out. Have a replacement toner cartridge at hand.
You can check the name of the required toner and the replacement procedure using the [Add Toner] screen.
For details about how to check contact number where you can order supplies, see Inquiry.
Do not remove the outer cap of the toner cartridge before shaking it. Wait until you install the toner cartridge before removing the cap.
Do not remove the inner cap.
If you cannot get it to click in, pull out the toner cartridge a little, slightly rotate it to the left or right, then try again.
Do not remove toner cartridges that are being used or install toner cartridges that are partially used. The remaining toner amount displayed on the screen will not always correspond with the actual amount in the cartridge, causing the machine to unexpectedly run out of toner.
Do not install an empty toner cartridge.