Printers - Laser

Question 1

Step 1

Answer 1

Processing
- Receives instructions from computer

Question 2

Step 2

Answer 2

Cleaning
- Cleans excess toner from previous print job

Question 3

Step 3

Answer 3

Charging
- A strong negative charge is applied to the EP drum

Question 4

Step 4

Answer 4

Exposing
- Writes image to EP drum using scanning mirror

Question 5

Step 5

Answer 5

Developing
- Toner is attracted to negative charge

Question 6

Step 6

Answer 6

Transferring
- Turns attracted toner into positive charge and is pulled onto paper

Question 7

Step 7

Answer 7

Fusing
- Goes through 2 heated rollers and adheres toner to paper (350oF)

Question 8

Maintenance

Answer 8

• Toner replacement
• Maintenance kit
• Calibration
• Cleaning (toxic)