32.02MB3153dw
Lexmark MB3153dw 32.02 error: Consumables guide
The Lexmark MB3153dw 32.02 error is a supply-related alert. It appears when the system cannot communicate with the cartridge's electronic chip or identifies a firmware mismatch. A clean reinstallation of the cartridge usually resolves this communication problem.
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Common causes
- 1Dirty chip contacts.
- 2Third-party chip version mismatch.
- 3Bent printer contact pins.
- 4Unremoved packaging film.
Solutions
Quick Diagnosis
If you just installed a new toner, the chip might not be aligned. Check for any packaging film still covering the gold contact points.Step-by-Step Solution
- Open the front door and remove the cartridge.
- Inspect the chip for dust or debris.
- Gently wipe contacts with a clean cloth.
- Reinstall firmly until you hear a click.
Prevention and Maintenance
Avoid touching chip contacts with your fingers. Keep your printer firmware updated to maintain third-party cartridge compatibility.When to Call a Technician
If cleaning doesn't fix 32.02, the printer's contact reader may be damaged.Device Technical Sheet
- Technology: Monochrome Laser MFP
- Speed: 50 ppm
- Connectivity: Ethernet, USB 2.0
- Capacity: 650 sheets input
- Consumable: Lexmark 53B series toner
- Usage: Corporate environments
- Drivers / Official Firmware
Steps to follow
- 1
Remove cartridge
Open the front door and pull the toner cartridge assembly out.
- 2
Clean contacts
Gently wipe the cartridge chip's metal contacts with a dry, lint-free cloth.
- 3
Reinstall firmly
Reinsert the cartridge until it clicks into place.
Frequently asked questions
Error 32.02 warns that the cartridge chip is not correctly recognized by the printer.
Yes, the device will not print until a valid chip is detected.
It requires the Lexmark 53B toner series.
Ensure the compatible cartridge chip is clean and compatible with the current printer firmware.