Overview

This article outlines the proper handling and replacement procedure of the Photoconductor Unit (PCU) for a Lexmark X86xe MFP.

Replacement/Installation Procedure

Steps Action Image

1 Open the Front Door.

Note: The photoconductor cannot be pulled out if Side Door A is closed.

2 Lower Side Door A.

3 Pull the photoconductor out of the MFP.

Warning—Potential Damage: To avoid overexposing the photoconductor, do not leave the door open for more than ten minutes. Also place the photoconductor on a flat, clean surface.

4 Unpack the new photoconductor unit.

Warning! In order to avoid contamination, do not touch the blue, shiny surface of the drum.

5 Align and insert the end of photoconductor unit.

6 Remove the tape from the top of the photoconductor unit.

Caution! Do not use a sharp object to remove the tape because it may damage the photoconductor unit.

7 Push the photoconductor in as far as it will go.

Note: The photoconductor clicks into place when correctly installed.

8 Close Side Door A.

9 Close the Front Door.

Note: After performing the steps above, the MFP performs a motor cycle and clears the Replace Photoconductor warnings. Then the MFP returns to the Ready state.

Still Need Help?

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How to Install or Replace a Photoconductor Unit on a Lexmark X86xe Multifunction Printer	Document ID:HO3847

08/30/12	Properties

How to Install or Replace a Photoconductor Unit on a Lexmark X86xe Multifunction Printer

Problem

Solution

Steps	Action	Image
1	Open the Front Door. Note: The photoconductor cannot be pulled out if Side Door A is closed.
2	Lower Side Door A.
3	Pull the photoconductor out of the MFP. Warning—Potential Damage: To avoid overexposing the photoconductor, do not leave the door open for more than ten minutes. Also place the photoconductor on a flat, clean surface.
4	Unpack the new photoconductor unit. Warning! In order to avoid contamination, do not touch the blue, shiny surface of the drum.
5	Align and insert the end of photoconductor unit.
6	Remove the tape from the top of the photoconductor unit. Caution! Do not use a sharp object to remove the tape because it may damage the photoconductor unit.
7	Push the photoconductor in as far as it will go. Note: The photoconductor clicks into place when correctly installed.
8	Close Side Door A.
9	Close the Front Door. Note: After performing the steps above, the MFP performs a motor cycle and clears the Replace Photoconductor warnings. Then the MFP returns to the Ready state.