998OKI MC873dn

Preventive Maintenance: OKI MC873dn Error 998

Error 998 on the OKI MC873dn acts as a proactive maintenance alert, notifying the user that a consumable part has reached its estimated page count limit. This includes toner cartridges, image drums, or the belt unit. Replacing these components is vital for maintaining print quality.

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Common causes

  • 1Consumable reached the end of its page life.
  • 2Incorrect installation of the new toner or drum.
  • 3Failure to reset counters after a previous replacement.

Solutions

Identify Consumable

  1. Check the 'Supplies Status' report on the printer LCD.
  2. Note which specific unit needs immediate replacement.

Replacement Process

  1. Power down if necessary and swap the old consumable for a new one.
  2. Reset the supply counter in the maintenance menu to clear the warning.

Steps to follow

  1. 1

    Access

    Open the front or top access doors based on the flagged part.

  2. 2

    Replace

    Remove the exhausted unit and insert a fresh, genuine OKI supply.

  3. 3

    Confirm

    Follow the prompts on the LCD to confirm the part has been replaced.

Frequently asked questions

Genuine supplies ensure proper calibration and prevent mechanical wear on internal rollers.

Continued use can lead to poor image quality and potential damage to the image drum.

Navigate to Menu > Reports > Supplies Status to see all consumable levels.