Do toner drums need to be replaced?
As you will not need to replace the drum every time you replace your toner cartridge, your drum will eventually need replacing. You should replace it when your image quality declines and does not improve even after changing your toner. Or simply replace your drum when your printer notifies you to do so.
How much does it cost to replace a printer drum?
New drum costs approximately $63, new printer is $99.99. Current printer is out of warranty.
Is the drum and toner the same thing?
In short, the toner cartridge is a container that contains the toner powder, whereas the drum unit is an electrically charged cylinder that transfers the powder onto paper.
How long does Laser toner last?
about two years
Make note of when you bought that cartridge (it helps to write it down) and keep in mind that toner cartridges will be useful for about two years whereas ink can last up to a few months.
Do I need to replace the drum on my Brother printer?
The Brother machine will display a ‘Replace Drum’ or ‘Drum Stop’ message when the machine has printed approximately 15,000 pages. The drums should be replaced as a set in order to maintain print quality. Unlike the toner cartridges, the drum change is not automatically detected by the machine when they are replaced.
How do you change the toner in a drum machine?
Remove the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly from the machine. Push down the green lock lever and take the toner cartridge out of the drum unit. Unpack the new drum unit. Put the toner cartridge firmly into the new drum unit until you hear it lock into place.
Do you need to replace the toner cartridge on a brother?
The Brother machine has separate consumables the toner cartridge and the drum unit. Verify you replace only the drum unit and not the toner cartridge. If you want to know their difference, refer to “What is the difference between the toner cartridge and the drum unit?”
How do I Reset my Drum Machine when I replace it?
When you replace the drum unit with a new one, you must reset the drum counter by completing the following steps: Make sure the machine is turned on. Press (Settings) > All Settings > Machine Info. > Parts Life. Press and hold Drum Life until the machine’s display message changes. Press Yes.
Do you have to align the tab with the drum unit?
The arrow on the tab must be aligned with the arrow on the drum unit. If it is not, printed pages may have a vertical stripe. Install the toner cartridge and drum unit assembly back into the machine.
