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What is a LaserJet drum?

The imaging drum is the heart of the laser printer or the copier. It transfers the print image, consisting of toner, onto the paper. An imaging drum is also called OPC, imaging unit or just drum by some manufacturers. A dirty or worn out drum reduces extremely the printing quality of a laser printer.

What is the drum on a HP printer?

The drum unit is an electrically charged cylinder that fuses that toner powder onto paper to create text and images. Both of these components are essential for producing a print.

How often do you need to replace the drum on a laser printer?

three to four
As a general rule, you should always replace your drum unit after using three to four toner cartridges just to be safe. Page yields are also calculated, with only 5% of the page being filled as an entire page.

How do I clean the drum on my HP printer?

Here’s what the drum looks like:

  1. Step 1: Switch Off, Cool Down.
  2. Step 2: Removing and Cleaning the Toner Cartridge.
  3. Step 3: Remove Excess Toner from Internal Components.
  4. Step 4: Swab Surfaces with Isopropyl Alcohol.
  5. Step 5: Reassemble.

How do I change the drum on my laser printer?

Replacing the drum unit

  1. Make sure that the machine is turned on.
  2. Open the front cover.
  3. Remove the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly from the machine.
  4. Push down the green lock lever and take the toner cartridge out of the drum unit.
  5. Unpack the new drum unit.

How do you know when a laser printer drum needs to be replaced?

The drum unit may need replacing if you notice the printer producing blurry, low-quality images. Black or colored toner spots on printouts also indicates a failing drum unit. In some cases, horizontal lines may develop across the printout every time the paper passes the failing part of the drum.

How do I change the drum on my printer?

  1. Make sure that the machine is turned on.
  2. Open the front cover.
  3. Take out the drum unit and toner cartridge assembly.
  4. Push down the green lock lever and take the toner cartridge out of the drum unit.
  5. Unpack the new drum unit.
  6. Put the toner cartridge firmly into the new drum unit until you hear it lock into place.