HP LaserJet Enterprise M604, M605, M606 - Replace the toner cartridge

The following information provides details about the toner cartridge for the product, and it includes instructions to replace it.

This product indicates when the toner cartridge level is low and very low. The actual toner cartridge life remaining can vary. Consider having a replacement cartridge available to install when print quality is no longer acceptable.

Continue printing with the current cartridge until redistributing the toner no longer yields acceptable print quality. To redistribute the toner, remove the toner cartridge from the printer and gently rock the cartridge back and forth about its horizontal axis. For graphical representation, see cartridge replacement instructions. Reinsert the toner cartridge into the printer and close the cover.

To purchase cartridges or check cartridge compatibility for the product, go to HP SureSupply at www.hp.com/go/suresupply. Scroll to the bottom of the page and verify that the country/region is correct.

note:

High-yield toner cartridges contain more toner than standard cartridges for increased page yield. For more information, go to www.hp.com/go/learnaboutsupplies.

Do not remove the toner cartridge from its package until it is time to replace it.

  caution:

To prevent damage to the toner cartridge, do not expose it to light for more than a few minutes. Cover the green imaging drum if the toner cartridge must be removed from the product for an extended period of time.

The following illustration shows the toner-cartridge components.

Figure : Toner-cartridge components

1. Plastic shield
2. Memory chip
3. Sealing tape
4. Imaging drumDo not touch the imaging drum. Fingerprints can cause print-quality problems.

  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.

note:

Information about recycling used toner cartridges is in the toner-cartridge box.

1. Open the top cover.
   Figure : Open the top cover
   
2. Grasp the handle of the used toner cartridge and pull out to remove it.
   Figure : Remove the toner cartridge
   
3. Remove the new toner cartridge from its protective bag. Save all packaging for recycling the used toner cartridge.
   Figure : New toner cartridge
   
4. Hold both ends of the toner cartridge and rock it 5-6 times.
   Figure : Rock the toner cartridge
   
5. Remove the protective shield from the toner cartridge.
   Figure : Remove the protective shield
   
6. Pull on the orange tab to remove the toner sealing tape. Completely remove the sealing tape from the cartridge.
   Figure : Remove the sealing tape
   
7. Align the toner cartridge with its slot, and then insert the toner cartridge into the product.
   Figure : Install the toner cartridge
   
8. Close the top cover.
   Figure : Close the top cover
   
9. Pack the used toner cartridge, the protective shield, and the sealing tape into the box that the new cartridge came in.
   In the U.S. and Canada, a pre-paid shipping label is included in the box. In other countries/regions, go to www.hp.com/recycle to print a pre-paid shipping label.
   Adhere the pre-paid shipping label to the box, and return the used cartridge to HP for recycling.
   Figure : Recycle the used cartridge