PQ22 Offsetting
Symptom/ check
Offsetting is the result of toner adhering to the
Fuser Heat Roll and transferring to subsequent
prints.
Probable Cause
1. There is insufficient fuser oil on the Heat
Roll.
2. The fuser temperature is out of specification.
3. The Fabric Guide is not contacting the Fuser
Heat Roll uniformly.
4. Media is damp.
5. Damaged or contaminated heat roll
Corrective Action
1A. Check/replace the Web Oiler (REP 10.7).
1B. Check/adjust oil dispense rate [10-32],
2. Check Fuser Temperature (ADJ 10.1).
3. Check / replace the Fabric Guide (REP 8.9)
and Pressure Plates (REP 8.5).
4A. Ensure that the media is stored correctly.
4B. Refer to BSDs 7.1 and 7.3 to check for
correct operation of the paper heaters.
5. Clean or replace the Heat Roll (REP 10.2).
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PQ22 Offsetting