The same spots or lines appear at regular intervals.

Interval

Possible cause

Necessary actions

At intervals of 33.6 mm (1.32 inches)

Defective charge roller

Replace the PCDU.

At intervals of 20.9 mm (0.82 inches)

Defective development roller

Replace the PCDU.

At intervals from 55.0 (end) to 55.4 (center) mm (from 2.16 to 2.18 inches)

Defective paper transfer roller

Replace the paper transfer roller unit.

At intervals of 75.4 mm (2.96 inches)

Defective OPC drum

Replace the PCDU.

At intervals of 78.5 mm (3.09 inches)

Defective pressure roller

Replace the pressure roller or fusing unit.

At intervals of 78.5 mm (3.09 inches)

Defective fusing belt

Replace the fusing unit.

At intervals of 40.82 mm (1.60 inches)

Defective image transfer roller

Replace the image transfer roller.