CheapGeek- How to Clean a Dirty Old Printer

Step 5 CheapGeek- Done

Everything's clean and dry.
Time to put the printer back into action.
Before the printer goes back into action, I'll check the Internet for new drivers and any other updated software.

Disclaimer:
If you don't know what it is- do not soak it down with cleaner.
If there are excessive amounts of toner powder present in the printer-
you may want to clean the unit outside. Wear a mask.
Toner can be dangerous- the average vacuum cannot filter toner dust effectively, exercise caution.
For large toner deposits, use Qtips to remove most of the toner.
A clean very lightly damp cloth can gather most of the toner.

The veteran printer is now part of loop and ready for action, cleaned and retooled with a new found driver and sense of purpose.
Grandpa still wheezes to life, and now proudly prints a relatively streak and blotch free print.
Here's to you. Old Printer of the Monochrome, Grandpa Laser.

Comments

[loricollins]

If your pick up rollers are dirty or misfeeding, clean them with a clean, lint-free cloth, with a bit of windex. Other cleaners can dry out the rubber like material of the rollers and cause even more problems.