Why is my HP LaserJet printer printing streaks?

Streaking is usually caused by a worn out drum unit or spent toner cartridge. Drum units are a consumable and only need to be replaced after the use of 3 or 4 toners. Not all printers use a separate toner and drum unit.

How do I clean my HP LaserJet 6P?

Dampen a cloth with water and wipe down the outside of the printer. Don’t use cleaning solutions, especially ammonia-based cleaners, because the fumes may damage the printer’s internal components.

How do I clean the drum on my HP laser printer?

Here’s what the drum looks like:

1. Step 1: Switch Off, Cool Down.
2. Step 2: Removing and Cleaning the Toner Cartridge.
3. Step 3: Remove Excess Toner from Internal Components.
4. Step 4: Swab Surfaces with Isopropyl Alcohol.
5. Step 5: Reassemble.

How do I clean the printhead on my HP LaserJet printer?

Clean the paper path

1. Make sure that the product is idle and the ready light is on.
2. Load paper in the input tray.
3. Open the printer Properties.
4. Click the Device Settings tab.
5. In the Cleaning Page area, click the Start button to process the cleaning page.

Why is my printer leaving black streaks?

When your printer leaves black lines, the lines indicate that there are excess toner powders on the rollers or transfer belt within the printer. As the paper is moved along by the rollers and transfer belt, any excess powder left on them can result in lines being left on the paper.

Can you clean a toner drum?

After you have removed the chunks of toner, dip a cotton swab in rubbing alcohol. Carefully wipe off any dirty areas visible on the drum. If the drum unit is dirty, apply some rubbing alcohol onto your lint-free cloth and carefully wipe the body of the drum unit.

How do you know when a laser printer drum needs to be replaced?

Separate drum units last quite a bit longer than a toner cartridge and typically should be replaced after the use of 3-4 toners. Your printer should inform you when it’s time to replace the drum, but you can usually tell your drum is on it’s last legs if you start to see black spots or lines across the page.

Is the HP LaserJet 6p/6mp printer user manual copyrighted?

HP LaserJet 6P/6MP Printer User’s Manual © Copyright Hewlett-Packard Company 1996 All Rights Reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation without prior written permission is prohibited, except as allowed under the copyright laws.

Why is my HP printer print quality so bad?

Also make sure your cartridge aren’t low. If cartridges are low or very low, for better print quality replace the cartridge. The opinions expressed here are my own and not those of HP. 12-20-2016 06:58 AM A few things cause that… First, run a nice colorful page and pop it open when the page is passing the toner.

Why don’t you blow out your laser printers?

12-28-2016 08:03 PM – edited ‎12-28-2016 08:05 PM I don’t blow out laser printers because then you’re putting the toner particles in the air where you can inhale them, plastic particles are not good for the inside of your lungs. Also the canned air you mentioned is probably actually difluoroethane which is not recommended for breathing either.

Why does my hp toner go bad so fast?

You can have a waste toner collector gummed up. Also, if you are using them, generic or remanufactured toners cause this kind of issue a lot because the powder is not as good quality as what HP uses and it clumps, causing build up on the internal wiping blades on the drums.