Look for a chart that shows the distances between the repetitive defects. Certain distances mean it's the toner cartridge, and others mean it's the fuser. And there may be other causes.
Another test is to use a known good toner cartridge and see if the problem goes away. I once brought a similar printer to a store that I knew happened to have a printer with the same cartridge, and they let me swap toner cartridges to print a page. (I had happened to see the printer there and asked if I could bring my printer.) If it's the fuser, it might be cheaper to buy the same printer in good used condition than replacing the fuser, though maybe not if you get a used or rebuilt fuser and replace it yourself. You can probably find the service manual as a free downloaded PDF. That would have fuser replacement instructions. If not, write to me, because I have it. -- You received this message because you are a member of G-Group, a group for those using G3, G4, and G5 desktop Macs - with a particular focus on Power Macs. The list FAQ is at http://lowendmac.com/lists/g-list.shtml and our netiquette guide is at http://www.lowendmac.com/lists/netiquette.shtml To post to this group, send email to [email protected] For more options, visit this group at http://groups.google.com/group/g3-5-list
