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Subject: Ghost/duplicated images with HP Laserjet 1010

O C

Oct 3, 2007 10:10:56 GMT

Hi all

I have 2 problems with my HP LJ 1010, as you can see on the following page:
http://ocroquette.fr/a/hp/lp1010-lr.jpg
(also attached)

1. there is a ghost print (for example the zebra appears twice)
2. there are some dark/dirty areas (for example at the top)

What could be the cause for that?
Would a new toner solve the issues? I really don't want to spend $60 for nothing!

Thanks for you help!

Olivier

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Alan Rush

Oct 3, 2007 10:24:19 GMT Unassigned

Definitely try replacing the toner cartridge first as that is most likely the problem.

The ghosting is usually because there is a problem with the light-sensitive drum in the printer.

Old residue from pages you already printed is 'wiped' off the drum before itâs ready for a new page.

The drum in this case (as with most HP printers) is in the toner cartridge so replacing the cartridge also replaces the drum.

O C

Oct 3, 2007 11:40:42 GMT N/A: Question Author

Thanks for the info!

What I find very strange is that the problem appeared overnight.

Ron Farrell

Dec 8, 2007 06:02:33 GMT Unassigned

I have just hit the same thing this week. Hasn't happened in the 2 years I have had (minimal usage) the LJ 1012 (not near window, etc).

Looks like your picture but even more pronounced.

Replacing the toner is an expensive option if that isn't it :(
Wish there was some better troubleshooting/cleaning this printer could do....

O C

Dec 8, 2007 09:08:49 GMT N/A: Question Author

In any case a new toner has solved my problem here.

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