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Copyright and Trademark Notices
© Copyright 2006-2013 MICROPLEX Printware Corp..
All Rights Reserved. Reproduction, adaptation, or translation in any forms or by
any means without the prior written permission of MICROPLEX Printware Corp..
is prohibited.
The content in this manual document is subject to change without prior notice.
MICROPLEX Printware Corp..
100 Northfield Rd
Bedford OH 44146
TEL: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
www.MICROPLEX-usa.com
MICROPLEX is a registered trademark of MICROPLEX Printware Corp..

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Documentation Conventions
This document uses the following conventions.
【Note】Notes contain important information.
CAUTION Caution messages appear before procedures, which, if not
observed, could result in damage to parts and consumables.
WARNING Warning messages alert the reader to a specific procedure or
practice, which, if not followed correctly, could cause
personal injury.

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Regulation Statements and Notices
This product is not for use at visual display work places.
FCC Statement and Notice
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a
Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the
equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses,
and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance
with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the
interference at his own expense.
Caution
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for
compliance to the FCC Rules could void the user's authority to operate this
equipment.
Canadian Department of Communications Compliance
Statement
This equipment does not exceed Class A limits per radio noise emissions for digital
apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulation of the Canadian Department
of Communications.
Avis de conformité aux normes du ministère des Communications du Canada:
Cet équipement ne dépasse pas les limites de Classe A d’émission de bruits
radioélectriques pour les appareils numériques telles que prescrites par le Réglement
sur le brouillage radioélectrique établi par le ministère des Communications du
Canada.

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Declaration of Conformity for EU Countries
We, MICROPLEX Printware Corp.. do hereby declare that this KPOWR printer
conforms to the requirements of Directive 2006/95/EC and 2004/108/EC.
Compliant with Regulatory Certification

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Safety Information
Thanks for using MICROPLEX product. MICROPLEX Printware Corp.. is an ISO
9001 certified manufacturer. It’s our responsibility to inform users about the
following safety information:
Safety Instructions
1. Installation: After moving the printer, examine the power cord and confirm
good connection of each connector before turn on the printer. Make sure
the four level feet of the printer kept at the same level. To prevent from
causing damage to the printer, do not incline or shake the printer.
☆Do not put the printer near direct sunlight.
☆Do not place the printer near heating source.
☆Do not put the printer near air conditioner, fan or any heating air exit.
☆Do not place the printer near dusty location and vibration.
☆Do not put the printer near combustibles.
☆Do not place the printer on any unstable surface.
☆Do not plug in too many power cords or multiple outlet.
☆Avoid drastic temperature change to maintain print quality.
☆Do not place the printer in an environment of temperature or humidity
extremes. Environment required for normal printer performance:
※Temperature: 15°C to 30°C
※Humidity: 30% ~ 80% RH
☆Install the printer in a well air-conditioning room.
☆Periodic examination of the followings:
※Does the plug abnormally overheat?
※Does the AC power cable break?
※Is there a bad connection of the plug and outlet?
【Note】A proper environment assists better print quality and printer
performance as well as extension of printer life.
2. Operation: This printer is a high-tech product. Please comply with the
manual to handle parts, consumables, and engine. Please employ correct
ways and steps to operate the printer carefully. Do not open the front door
while the printer is printing.

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3. Storage: Please follow the instructions on the manual and provide a proper
environment for storage of paper, parts, consumables and engine; and be
aware of the expiration date of each item. When intend not to use the printer
for a long period of time, clean the entire printer then remove the
consumables and put into boxes for proper storage.
4. Consumables: Please use MICROPLEX’s consumables to ensure the engine
function and life as well as the print quality.
Before deliver developing unit, make sure the toner cartridge is removed and
the toner remained inside the toner hopper, if any, is cleared by vacuum
cleaner.
Fig. S-4_1
Then use the vacuum cleaner to clear the toner remained on the toner supply
roller (sponge roller) while use a slotted (-) screwdriver to turn the gear of
the toner supply roller.
Fig. S-4_2
Developer chamber
Toner hopper
Slotted (-) screwdriver Toner supply roller gear

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Fig. S-4_3
Disclaimers
Please follow all warnings, precautions, and maintenance as recommended in
this manual to maximize the life of this MICROPLEX printer. If users do not
employ correct ways and steps to store and operate MICROPLEX printers,
and/or use non-MICROPLEX parts and consumables, MICROPLEX Printware
Corp.. disclaims the responsibility of product guarantee. If you have any
questions on operating the printer, please contact our customer service
department.
Toner supply roller (sponge roller)

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Warning Label Explanations
This printer contains the following warning labels. Please follow all warnings and
precautions to ensure your safety.
Moving parts. Do not touch while printing.
Keep hands clear while printing.
Hot surface. Do not touch.
Allow surface to cool before servicing to avoid
possible skin burns.
Glare. Do not stare.
Continuous flashlight while printing. Do not
stare the flashlight to avoid eyesight damage.
CAUTION: Be aware of high voltage on
chargers while printing.
High voltage is inside chargers while printing.
Contact may cause electric shock or burn.
CAUTION: Before drum installation, ensure
the transfer elevator is in down position and
the notch on the shaft is horizontal to prevent
the drum from being damaged.

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CAUTION: Do not touch fuser unit cover
glass.
The fuser unit cover glass
b
ecomes very hot after
operation. Contact may cause burn. Do not
touch. Allow the fuser unit cover glass to fully
cool before servicing.
WARNING: High touch current
High touch current. Earth connection essential
before connecting supply.
DANGER: Electrical shock
High voltage inside. Risk of electric shock or
burn. Turn off and disconnect system power
before servicing.
Turn off the power switch and circuit breaker
and wait 10 minutes before detaching or
installing.

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CONTENTS
Copyright and Trademark Notices..................................................................i
Documentation Conventions............................................................................ii
Regulation Statements and Notices................................................................. iii
Safety Information........................................................................................... v
Warning Label Explanations...........................................................................
.
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Chapter 1 Overview
1.1 Features.......................................................................................
.
1-1
1.2 Components.................................................................................1-2
(1) External View......................................................................1-2
(a) Inside the Front Cover...................................................
.
1-4
(b) Inside the Rear Cover....................................................
.
1-5
(2) Principles of Laser Printers.............................................…1-6
(3) Sensor System Descriptions...........................................…
.
1-6
1.3 Specifications..............................................................................
.
1-8
Chapter 2 Environment
2.1 Printer..........................................................................................
.
2-1
(1) Installation Space................................................................2-1
(2) Connecting to a Host..........................................................
.
2-2
2.2 Paper............................................................................................2-3
(1) Paper Specifications...........................................................
.
2-3
(2) Print Width..........................................................................2-3
Chapter 3 Operation
3.1 Operation Panel...........................................................................3-1
(1) Function Keys.....................................................................3-1
(2) Status Indicators..................................................................3-2

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(3) Paper Orient Indicators.......................................................3-2
(4) Off-Line Functions.............................................................
.
3-2
3.2 Power on......................................................................................3-3
3.3 Paper Handling............................................................................3-4
(1) Paper Setting................................................................…... 3-4
(2) Paper Removal................................................................... 3-6
Chapter 4 Maintenance
4.1 Periodic Maintenance by Operators............................................ 4-1
4.2 Cleaning...................................................................................... 4-3
(1) Tractor Unit.................................................................…... 4-3
(2) Transport Unit..............................................................…...4-4
(3) Main Charger................................................................…...4-7
(4) Pre-Charger.....................................................................…
.
4-11
(5) Transfer Charger..............................................................…4-13
(6) Fuser Cover Glass...............................................................4-16
(7) Paper Empty Sensor Area...................................................
.
4-18
(8) OPC Drum Shaft & Flange.................................................4-19
(9) Carbon Filter Area..........................................................….4-22
4.3 Replacement................................................................................ 4-24
(1) Toner Cartridge................................................................... 4-24
(2) Waste Toner Box.................................................................4-26
(3) Chargers.............................................................................. 4-27
(4) Air Filter..............................................................................4-30
(5) Carbon Filter.......................................................................
.
4-32
(6) OPC Drum..........................................................................
.
4-35
(7) Cleaning Unit......................................................................4-41

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Chapter 5 Troubleshooting
5.1 Paper Jam....................................................................................
.
5-1
5.2 Error Code.................................................................................. 5-4
5.3 Error Code Descriptions and Countermeasures.......................... 5-6
5.4 Developer and Toner Troubleshooting........................................ 5-11
5.5 Image Quality Troubleshooting...................................................5-12

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Chapter 1
Overview

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1.1 Features
SOLID F166 HDlaser printer is a high-quality page printer, which is
appropriate for text and image printing.
（1）High Speed－SOLID F166 HDprinter has an excellent performance of
high speed printing. Printing text, image and graphic
is certainly at full speed.
(2)High Quality －SOLID F166 HDprinter employs LED array
electrophotography process. The 600 x600 DPI
printing resolution attains high print quality.
（3）Automatic Paper Loading－SOLID F166 HDprinter contains automatic
paper loading mechanism that can reliably feed
fanfold paper easily.
（4）
Flat Paper Path－SOLID F166 HDprinter employs flat paper path, which
is ideal for label printing.
（5）Easy Maintenance－Consumables such as toner, OPC drum, and
developing unit are cartridge-designed for easy
replacement by users.
（6）Low Printing Cost－SOLID F166 HDprinter can print data and forms
simultaneously, which reduce the efforts of form
management and consequently decrease the printing
cost.

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1.2 Components
(1)External View
Fig. 1-1
SOLID F166
Right side cover
(front)
Left side cover
Top cover
Rear cover
Right side cover
(rear)
Front cover (lower)
Front cover (upper)
Power switch
Circuit breaker
Stacker
Lever foot
Caster
Caster
Lever foot Caster

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Fig. 1-2
SOLID F166
Rear cover Left side cover
(upper)
Left side cover
(lower) Stacker
Paper outlet
cover plate

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Erase lamp unit
Flash
p
ower supply DC Power supply
Waste toner box
OPC drum
Toner cartridge
Developing uni
t
Main charge
r
Dust filte
r
Transport uni
t
(a) Inside the Front Cover
Fig. 1-3
Air filte
r
Fuser unit Cleaning unit
Carbon filte
r

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KMPU boar
d
Elevator motor unit
DCMTR DRV board
AC power
Terminal box
Develo
p
in
g
motor uni
t
Separation
claw solenoid
(b) Inside the Rear Cover
Fig. 1-4
Paper out
Motor unit
Blower uni
t
(Air filter)
Varistor PCB
Drum motor uni
t
Fuser exit blowe
r
Drum surface potential senso
r
uni
t
Splitte
r
Rear cover fan
(lower)

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(2) Principles of Laser Printers
Laser printers employ an electrophotographic system. This system utilizes a
main charger to expose the pre-charged photoconductive photoreceptor drum
surface to the print image light, develops the print image on the drum surface
with a developing unit, causes toner to adhere to the electrostatic latent image
formed on the drum surface, electrically transfers the toner on the drum
surface onto paper with a transfer unit, and fixes the transferred image with a
fuser unit.
(3) Sensor System Description
The sensor system of SOLID F166 HD Series is shown in the following
figures.
Fig. 1-5
1
13
2
3
420 15
514
6
Paper
12
11
16 19 10
18 17
7
Fuser unit Developing unit
Transfer /
Transport unit