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HP Color LaserJet Enterprise M552, M553, HP Color LaserJet Managed E55040 - Removal and replacement: Toner collection unit (TCU)

Introduction

This document provides the procedures to remove and replace the toner collection unit (TCU).
Removing and Replacing the Toner Collection Unit HP Color LaserJet Enterprise M553 Printer
Removing and Replacing the Toner Collection Unit HP Color LaserJet Enterprise M553 Printer
No audio. Learn how to remove and replace the toner collection unit for HP Color LaserJet Enterprise M553 Printer.

Before performing service

  caution:
If toner gets on clothing, wipe it off by using a dry cloth and wash the clothes in cold water. Hot water sets toner into fabric.
Use the table below to identify the correct part number for your printer. To order the part, go to www.hp.com/buy/parts.
Toner collect unit (TCU) kit part number
B5L37-67901
Toner collection unit (TCU) with instruction guide

Required tools

No special tools are required to install this part.

After performing service

Make sure that the TCU is fully closed after replacing it.

Step 1: Remove the TCU

  1. Open the front door.
    Figure : Open the front door
  2. Open the TCU.
    note:
    The toner collection hatch cover automatically closes when the TCU is opened.
    Figure : Open the TCU
  3. Pull the TCU away from the printer at an angle to remove it.
      caution:
    Do not open the toner collection hatch cover when handling the TCU. If toner gets on clothing, wipe it off by using a dry cloth and wash the clothes in cold water. Hot water sets toner into fabric.
    Figure : Remove the TCU

Step 2: Unpack the replacement TCU

Unpack the replacement assembly from the packaging.
note:
HP recommends responsible disposal of the defective assembly.
Figure : Recycle and unpack illustration

Step 3: Install the TCU

  1. Verify that the toner collection hatch cover is in the closed position on the TCU.
    Figure : Verify that the toner collection hatch cover is closed
  2. Position the TCU with the hinges in the slots provided in the printer (callout 1), and then rotate the TCU up and into the closed position.
    note:
    The toner collection hatch cover automatically opens when the TCU is closed.
    Figure : Install the TCU
  3. Close the front door.
    Figure : Close the front door