Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4080 error C-5351
Konica Minolta AccurioPress C4080 error C-5351 indicates a fault in the fuser cooling fan. The printer shuts down to avoid overheating risks in high-temperature zones. Technical service is essential for resolving this cooling system error.
Common causes
- 1Cooling fan internal bearing failure.
- 2Dust buildup on fan blades causing resistance.
- 3Logic board fault not powering the fan.
- 4Obstruction of the airflow pathway.
Solutions
Quick Diagnosis
The C-5351 error occurs when the printer senses the fuser cooling fan is not reporting the correct speed. If the machine halts during start-up or heavy print jobs, it confirms a cooling fault.Step-by-Step Solution
- Immediately power off via the main switch.
- Clean external vents to remove any dust blocking airflow.
- Do not attempt to restart until the machine is fully cool.
- Call support to replace the failed fan module.
Prevention and Maintenance
Regularly clean the external dust filters. Always position the printer at least 30cm away from walls to ensure constant fresh air intake.When to Call a Technician
Since this involves critical cooling of a heating unit, you must schedule a technician to replace the internal fan system. This is not a user-serviceable repair.Technical Data
- Technology: Electrophotographic production
- Speed: 80 ppm
- Network: Gigabyte Ethernet
- Issue Area: Fuser Cooling System
- Consumables: Simitri HDE Toner
- Application: Commercial Printing
- Official Drivers/Firmware
Steps to follow
- 1
Emergency shutdown
Power off the printer immediately to prevent overheating.
- 2
Check airflow
Ensure the air vents in the rear are not blocked.
- 3
Contact technical service
This is a hardware fault requiring expert intervention.
Frequently asked questions
C-5351 is a fuser cooling fan failure code. The system stops operation to prevent fire hazards.
No, continuing with error C-5351 can cause serious hardware damage due to extreme temperatures in the fuser area.
Keep the printer in a well-ventilated space and ensure the intake filters are cleaned regularly.
No, this is a physical fan failure that must be fixed by replacing the part, not bypassing the alert.