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HP Color LaserJet Pro MFP M176n and M177fw Printers - Replacing the Toner Cartridges

Replace the toner cartridge

When a toner cartridge approaches the end of useful life, you are prompted to order a replacement. You can continue printing with the current cartridge until redistributing the toner no longer yields acceptable print quality.
  1. Rotate the cartridges to access the cartridge that needs replacement.
    • LCD Control panel: Press the Rotate Cartridges button to access the cartridge that needs replacement. The control panel indicates the cartridge that is accessible in the rotation.
    • Touchscreen control panel: Touch the Supply icon for the cartridge that needs replacement. The cartridges rotate to the cartridge you select.
    Figure : Rotate the cartridges
  2. Lift the scanner assembly.
    Figure : Lift the scanner assembly
  3. Open the top cover.
    Figure : Open the top cover
  4. Remove the toner cartridge.
    Figure : Remove the toner cartridge
  5. Remove the new toner cartridge from the bag. Place the used toner cartridge in the bag for recycling.
    Figure : Remove the new toner cartridge from the package
  6. Grasp both sides of the toner cartridge and distribute the toner by gently rocking the cartridge.
    Figure : Gently rock the toner cartridge
  7. Grasp the toner cartridge by the center handle, and then pull the protective plastic shield straight off the cartridge.
      caution:
    Do not touch the shutter or the surface of the roller.
    Figure : Remove the plastic shield
  8. Bend the tab on the left side of the cartridge until the tab breaks loose. Pull the tab until all the tape is removed from the cartridge. Place the tab and tape in the toner cartridge box to return for recycling.
    Figure : Remove the sealing tape
  9. Align the toner cartridge with the tracks inside the product, and then insert the toner cartridge until it is firmly seated.
    note:
    Compare the color label on the toner cartridge to the color label in the carousel slot to make sure the toner cartridge color matches the carousel position.
    Figure : Insert the toner cartridge
  10. Close the top cover.
    Figure : Close the top cover
  11. Rotate to the next cartridge that needs replacement.
    • LCD Control panel: Press the Rotate Cartridges button to move to the next cartridge. Repeat this process until you have finished replacing toner cartridges.
    • Touchscreen control panel: Touch the Supply icon for the cartridge that needs replacement. The cartridges rotate to the cartridge you select. Repeat this process until you have finished replacing toner cartridges.
    Figure : Rotate the cartridges
    note:
    The top cover must be closed to rotate the cartridges.
  12. When the cartridges have been replaced, close the scanner assembly.
    Figure : Lower the scanner assembly