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HP Color LaserJet Enterprise 5700, 5800, 6700, 6800, X557, X57945, X654, X677 - Removal and replacement: 3-bin stapler-stacker staple cartridge (3-bin stapler-stacker)

Learn about removing and replacing the 3-bin stapler/stacker staple cartridge.

Before performing service

Use the table below to identify the correct part number for your printer, and then go to https://parts.hp.com/hpparts to order the part.

Part information

Part number

Part description

J8J96A J8J96A

HP Staple Cartridge Refill for the floor-standing finisher or 3-bin stapler-stacker

Required tools

  • No special tools are required to remove or install this assembly.

Post service test

Use the stapler to staple two pages together.

Remove the staple cartridge (3-bin stapler-stacker)

Follow these steps to remove the 3-bin stapler-stacker staple cartridge.

  1. Open the 3-bin stapler-stacker staple door.

    Open the door

  2. Pull down the colored handle on the staple carriage, and then pull the staple carriage straight out.

    Remove the staple carriage

Unpack the replacement assembly

Follow these steps to unpack the replacement assembly.

  1. Dispose of the defective part.

    Note:

    HP recommends responsible disposal of the part.

    http://www8.hp.com/us/en/hp-information/environment/product-recycling.html

  2. Unpack the replacement part from the packaging.

    Important:

    Make sure that all of the shipping materials (for example shipping tape) are removed from the replacement part prior to installation.

Install the staple cartridge (3-bin stapler-stacker)

Follow these steps to install the 3-bin stapler-stacker staple cartridge.

Note:

Do not dispose of the staple carriage. The carriage is not an orderable or replaceable part. If the carriage is disposed of, the entire staple cartridge assembly will need to be replaced.

  1. Remove the staple cartridge from the carrier/sled and replace it with the new staple cartridge.

    Note:

    Do not dispose of the staple carrier/sled. The sled is not an orderable or replaceable part.

    Replacing the staple cartridge in the carrier/sled

  2. Reinstall the staple carriage into the stapler by pressing the colored handle inward until it snaps into place.

    Insert the staple carrier

  3. Close the 3-bin stapler-stacker staple door.

    Close the door

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