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Solution

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The toner is low.

If "Toner Low" or "Toner Empty. Replace with new Toner Cartridge." appears, replace the toner cartridge.

Replacing the Toner Cartridges

The paper is damp.

Use paper stored under proper temperature and humidity conditions.

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The paper is unsuitable.

Use recommended paper.

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The settings of the media weight is incorrect.

On the touch panel, press [Device Settings], select [Paper Setup] > the paper tray you are using, and then select the proper value for [Media Weight]. Or, select a thicker values for [Media Weight].

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Recycled paper is used.

On the touch panel, press [Device Settings], and then select [Paper Setup] > the paper tray you are using, and then select the thicker value for [Media Weight].

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