Lexmark X73 All-In-One InkJet Printer Logo

Related Topics:

Posted on Jun 21, 2008

X73 found loose spring

My x73 wasn't feeding paper and I took it apart to see if I could fix it like suggested here. When I got it apart a small black spring fell out, about the size of one of the screws. does anyone know where this little spring came from? maybe I can still fix it.
jw

  • 1 more comment 
  • hamnxz Jul 27, 2008

    My X73 stopped feeding the paper. I took it completely apart and found a broken spring under the catridge bed. In additon a silver screw was jammed into the paper moving gears. Could not find where the screw belonged. Took both out and did a good cleaing. I sill have the same problem.

  • jroma101 Aug 19, 2008

    Paper was advancing irregularily, resulting in printing one line on top of another. In turning the machine over to look inside for jam, a silver spring about 5/8" in diameter and 1" long rolled out of the paper feed slot. Looking for parts diagram or exploded view to find the home of this spring.

  • JayeTee Sep 01, 2008

    My computer is a Dell 4500. After moving the computer & hardware is all set-up correctly, however my Lexmark X73 will not feed paper even though it sounds as if it is trying. The status light blinks, but the cartridges and belt do not move as they did before.

×

2 Answers

Anonymous

Level 1:

An expert who has achieved level 1.

  • Contributor 1 Answer
  • Posted on Sep 17, 2008
Anonymous
Contributor
Level 1:

An expert who has achieved level 1.

Joined: Sep 17, 2008
Answers
1
Questions
0
Helped
247
Points
2

I was having a similar problem. After finding the service manual (4402_X73.pdf) and taking the thing apart, an ink-covered broken spring fell from the inside. I checked around the 'Maintenance Station' and found the other half still hanging. Apparently -because I haven't got a replacement yet to confirm- the spring goes across the bottom of the 'Maintenance Station' to a lever on the other side. If someone can tell me where to post a picture of the thing, I'll gladly do it.

Anonymous

Level 1:

An expert who has achieved level 1.

Hot-Shot:

An expert who has answered 20 questions.

Corporal:

An expert that has over 10 points.

Mayor:

An expert whose answer got voted for 2 times.

  • Contributor 48 Answers
  • Posted on Aug 19, 2008
Anonymous
Contributor
Level 1:

An expert who has achieved level 1.

Hot-Shot:

An expert who has answered 20 questions.

Corporal:

An expert that has over 10 points.

Mayor:

An expert whose answer got voted for 2 times.

Joined: Aug 19, 2008
Answers
48
Questions
0
Helped
18685
Points
77

That spring and screw need to be replaced where they came from..factory level repair

Try this link for more Printer Resources

Ad

Add Your Answer

×

Uploading: 0%

my-video-file.mp4

Complete. Click "Add" to insert your video. Add

×

Loading...
Loading...

Related Questions:

0helpful
1answer

Printed copy will not feed out line by line and finally will not feed the printed page. How to get it to work properly?

There could be something blocking the paper path that's not allowing the paper to not go all the way through the feeder. Try to open the printer and access the cartridge area. Remove the cartridges. Check for any foreign objects blocking the paper path. Rebrick your printer by removing the power adapter (black box found on the back of your printer where the power cord is plugged in) and then re-plug after 30 seconds. When your printer turns back on, re-insert your cartridges. Then try print your document again to verify that the problem is fixed.
3helpful
1answer

Lexmark X73 not pulling paper through properly, overprinting lines, part printing documents and printing some lines in colour shadowing the black print. I have used different grades of paper but still the...

Your printer's rollers sound like they are worn along the paper path. I suggest you taking your printer in to have a maintenance cleaning or have the rollers replaced. This will resolve your issues.
1helpful
2answers

Feed system Problem Lexmark x73

More possible for printer not feeding is paper jump, and stock up jump sensor, look hook type near roller sensor mechanism if still free in move, or if dirt, then try to feed paper manually and look for any obstruction.
1helpful
1answer

My Lexmark X73 made a snapping noise and stopped

My printer did the same thing, after tearing into it, I found one of the plastic gears had broke in two.
0helpful
1answer
0helpful
1answer

Lexmark x73 Printer

push the paper a little bit to help the printer to pull it correctly if not working then there is a problem with the rollers and that would be a hardware issue and needs to be fixed at the shop.

cheers
0helpful
1answer

Problem w/printing

Try this first:

Turn off the printer and unplug it. Open the paper jam door and give the paper roller a gentle push forward until it clicks. This is a simple reset of the paper feed. Close the door, plug your printer back in and turn it on.
I hope this works for you. If it does not we may need to reinstall the driver. Please let me know. Thanks!
2helpful
3answers

Lexmarkx73 Won't feed paper through while printing

1. Turn the printer off and open the access cover.
2. Look for any obstructions in the paper path and remove them if necessary. (It is possible to move the carrier assembly with the power off.)
3. Turn the printer on, load some paper, and press the Form Feed button. (On the X83, press the Select button.)
4. Watch the paper as it feeds through and try to determine where the jam is occurring.
5. Check to see if all the rollers are turning.

If all the rollers are turning, there may be something in the feed path that you can't see. Go to step 6.
If not, there is probably a feed motor or a gear problem and the printer may require service.
6. If the paper is jamming under the carrier assembly, you may be able to fix it using the manual feed slot.
7. Turn the printer off.
8. Take a #10 envelope and feed it through the left side of the manual feed slot until it comes right through the printer to the back of the exit rollers.
9. Move it up and down first, and then slowly move it over to the right side. If something is stuck under the black guide plate, this may work it loose.
0helpful
2answers

Paper feeder won't follow through

The feeder mechanism has so to speak come undone and the printer needs taking aprt and putting back together with the feeder and the cogs interacting with eachother. Ther is a small metal clip lick tensioner to keep it in contact with the cogs, if the clip has come off it just needs securing back in place.b8ec9a2.jpg
0helpful
1answer

Lexmark X73 print/paper problem

Same problem here. Went thru a few tests with Lexmark but didnt help. They next said it would be best to get new one since repair cost would be higher. Thru front door I do see a spring that moves freely. That must be broke. After their help they sent email for 20% off.
Not finding what you are looking for?

257 views

Ask a Question

Usually answered in minutes!

Top Lexmark Office Equipment & Supplies Experts

Cindy Wells

Level 3 Expert

6688 Answers

Grand Canyon Tech
Grand Canyon Tech

Level 3 Expert

3867 Answers

k24674

Level 3 Expert

8093 Answers

Are you a Lexmark Office Equipment and Supply Expert? Answer questions, earn points and help others

Answer questions

Manuals & User Guides

Loading...