Audible sound diagnostics

Overview

Below is a detailed list of sounds that you can hear from a printer. The first table outlines the normal sounds a printer may produce during its operations while the second table outlines the unusual noises. Click the 'Play' button to hear the sound.

Normal sounds

Most sounds caused by the device printing mechanisms are normal.

Normal Sounds	Media File
One-page print job	Click here.
Fuser nips opening and closing	Click here.
Switch between black only and color mode	Click here.
Locking and unlocking of the front cover	Click here.
After a door close	Click here.
Picking from the multi-purpose feeder	Click here.
Exiting PowerSaver mode (fan on)	Click here.
Printhead mirror	Click here.

Unusual sounds

Should you encounter the types of noise listed below, please contact Lexmark Technical Support to set up service for the printer.

Abnormal Sounds	Media File
ESD mounting bracket interference on fuser roll	Click here.

Contacting Lexmark

Please contact Lexmark Technical Support if you need additional assistance. NOTE: When calling for support, you will be asked for your machine/model type and serial number (SN). If you need help with locating your printer's model type and serial number, click here.

Please call from near the printer in case the technician on the phone asks you to perform a troubleshooting task on the printer.

LEGACY ID: SO6494

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Audible sound diagnostics

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