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How do I reset my Lexmark Imaging Unit?

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William Burgess

Updated on March 11, 2026

How do I reset my Lexmark Imaging Unit?

Reset PC Counter

  1. With the power on, open the front door.
  2. Press and hold the cancel button (X). After a few seconds, the printer will flash its indicator lights telling you it’s resetting the life counter.
  3. Close the front door.
  4. The printer should restart automatically.
  5. Enjoy your new imaging unit!

What is imaging unit Lexmark printer?

The Lexmark Return Program Imaging Unit is designed to work with Unison toner cartridges. With a page yield of 60000 pages, it provides a long-lasting performance. This black imaging unit is compatible with select Lexmark printers.

What does the imaging unit do?

The imaging drum is the heart of the laser printer or the copier. It transfers the print image, consisting of toner, onto the paper. An imaging drum is also called OPC, imaging unit or just drum by some manufacturers. A dirty or worn out drum reduces extremely the printing quality of a laser printer.

How do I change the black imaging unit on my Lexmark printer?

Replacing the imaging unit

  1. Open door B.
  2. Remove the waste toner bottle.
  3. Remove the imaging kit.
  4. Remove the black toner cartridge.
  5. Remove the imaging unit.
  6. Unpack the new imaging unit.
  7. Insert the new imaging unit.
  8. Insert the black toner cartridge.

How do you reset the maintenance light on a Lexmark ms610dn?

How To Reset Lexmark Maintenance Kit?

  1. Turn on your Lexmark printer after replacing the maintenance kit.
  2. Press and hold the Select + Return buttons for 8 seconds.
  3. Release the buttons when the reset maintenance control menu is displayed.
  4. If your printer displays the maintenance message, press the Select button.

How do I put my Lexmark in service mode?

Hold down the and keys on the printer. Then power the printer on. Release the buttons when the menu displays Fax/Scanner and Printer Diag. Select the desired mode by using the and keys to move the * symbol, and press OK.

How long should an imaging unit last?

Drum units typically last for 10,000 to 50,000 printed pages, depending on the quality of the printer and unit. Your printer will exhibit warning signs of the drum unit’s deterioration so you can replace it before it stops working.

When should I change my imaging unit?

You should replace it when your image quality declines and does not improve even after changing your toner. Or simply replace your drum when your printer notifies you to do so. When the replace drum light or message comes on, your printer might stop working without much notice.

Is imaging unit same as toner?

The toner cartridge contains several components including the color pigment used to create letters and images. The imaging drum is the unit that transfers the toner to paper by following the principles of electrophotography. Not all laser printer models require both toner cartridge and imaging drums.

How do I change my Lexmark Imaging Kit?

Replacing the imaging kit

  1. Open door B.
  2. Remove the waste toner bottle.
  3. Remove the imaging kit.
  4. Remove the toner cartridges.
  5. Unpack the new imaging kit, and then remove the packing material.
  6. Remove the black imaging unit.
  7. Insert the black imaging unit into the new imaging kit.
  8. Insert the toner cartridges.

How do I clean my Lexmark Imaging Unit?

Step-by-step guide on How to clean Lexmark printer rollers

  1. Step 1 : Turn off the device.
  2. Step 2 : Open the printer.
  3. Step 3 : Remove the cartridge.
  4. Step 4 : Find the roller.
  5. Step 5 : Remove the roller.
  6. Step 6 : Wash with warm water.
  7. Step 7 : Reinstall the roller.
  8. You now know how to clean Lexmark printer rollers.

What is the maintenance kit on a Lexmark?

The maintenance kit includes a fuser, MPF pick roller and separator pad, pick tires, separator roller assembly, and transfer roller. These parts may be individually ordered and replaced if necessary.

Why choose gengenuine Lexmark supplies?

Genuine Lexmark supplies are engineered to work best together with your Lexmark printer, delivering excellent print quality from the first page to the last. Lexmark Return Program Imaging Units are patented devices that are sold at a special price subject to the restriction that the imaging unit may be used only once.

Can I return the imaging unit to Lexmark?

Following the initial use, the customer agrees to return the imaging unit only to Lexmark for remanufacture and/or recycling. Imaging unit offers a 60,000-page capacity.

How many pages can a Lexmark printer Print in quality?

In “reality”, the printed pages in acceptable print quality is about 50% – 60% of the rated 60,000-page count (for most business documents). This is my experience after using 6 imaging units with the Lexmark machines in the last 2 years.