Dell 3130 3130cn
DELL 3130cn REFILL INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL NUMBERS:
- DELL 3130
- DELL 3130cn
- · Dell 310-8092
- Dell 310-8098
- Dell 310-8094
- Dell 310-8096
THESE CARTRIDGES ARE SOLD IN BOTH STANDARD(LOW) YIELD AND HIGH YIELD.
PRICE FOR ALL 4 COLORS HIGH YIELD $897.00 (OEM DELL WEBSITE)
PRICE FOR ALL 4 COLORS HIGH YIELD $897.00 (OEM DELL WEBSITE)
The information provided below is a simplified version of the remanufacturing process for this model’s printer cartridges. If you are not comfortable refilling, using tools, or do not wish to risk damaging your printer or cartridges due to incorrect refilling, you should either buy new OEM cartridges or purchase remanufactured cartridges from a professional refiller. This information is provided as a reference for those who wish to learn how cartridges are refilled. We are not responsible for damage caused to your equipment by faulty refilling. There are many companies on the internet that professionally remanufacture and sell cartridges at discounted prices.
THIS PRINTER USES TONER THAT REQUIRES A CARRIER (DEVELOPER) TONER. CARRIER IS USED TO FUSE THE TONER PROPERLY. SOME COMPANIES SELL THE TONER AND CARRIER PRE-MIXED, CHECK WITH YOUR SUPPLIER FOR CARRIER MIX. SMARTCHIPS ARE ALSO REQUIRED ON THIS UNIT TO RESET THE TONER CARTRIDGES BACK TO 0 PRINTS. IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT YOU REPLACE ALL 4 COLORS ON YOUR FIRST REFILL. AFTERMARKETS CAN MATCH THE OEM IN COLOR, HOWEVER, THEY ARE REQUIRED BY COPYRIGHT LAW TO BE DIFFERENT COMPOSITION. TO OBTAIN GOOD RESULTS, ON YOUR FIRST REFILL: 1. REPLACE ALL 4 COLORS ON YOUR FIRST REFILL. 2. MAKE SURE THAT YOU CLEAN OUT THE OLD OEM TONER FROM BOTH THE CARTRIDGE AND THE DRUM.
THE DELL 3130 CARTRIDGE COMES IN BOTH STANDARD AND HIGH YIELD. THE USE OF A HOLE MAKING TOOL MAKES REFILLING MUCH EASIER BUT IS NOT ABSOLUTELY REQUIRED. BOTH METHODS ARE DISPLAYED BELOW. CARTRIDGES CAN BE REFILLED ONLY 1-2 TIMES AS PRINT DRUMS ARE ATTACHED TO CARTRIDGE. LIFE CAN VARY DEPENDING ON USAGE. IT IS A GOOD PRACTICE TO VACUUM OUT AS MUCH OLD TONER AS POSSIBLE. THIS WILL EXTEND THE LIFE OF YOUR CARTRIDGE.
NOTES FOR THE DELL 3130CN
- starter cartridges cannot be converted to high yield.
ALWAYS USE SAFETY GOGGLES & A DUST MASK WHEN WORKING WITH REFILLS!
IMPORTANT INFO ON CARRIER : Dell 3130 Cartridges are usually filled with enough carrier/developer for 2 cycles. On the first refill of a cartridge do not premix the carrier with the toner. You can usually continue to print for one full cartridge cycle before having to mix the carrier and toner in the bottle before refilling. We would recommend not refilling the cartridge with premixed carrier/toner unless the original carrier in the cartridge has been removed. On the second or subsequent refills, carrier will need to be mixed with the toner before hand.
HOLE METHOD
A hole melting tool can be purchased at any Home Depot or Lowes. They are usually with the soldering irons. Sometimes sold as an attachement. A drill can also be used, however, due to the quick speed that it bores through plastic, this should only be used by skilled individuals. BE SURE TO REMOVE ANY PIECES OF PLASTIC THAT FALL INTO THE CARTRIDGE AFTER DRILLING. These pieces will destroy your cartridge.
1. USE A HOLE MAKER TO MAKE A HOLE ON THE CARTRIDGE IN THE AREA DISPLAYED ABOVE.
2. REMOVE ALL PLASTIC SHAVINGS OR PIECES THAT MAY HAVE FALLEN INTO THE CARTRIDGE!
3. VACUUM OR AIR OUT OLD TONER!
4. MIX CARRIER AND TONER TOGETHER IN TONER BOTTLE IF NOT PREMIXED. CLOSE BOTTLE AND SHAKE UNTIL EVENLY MIXED.
5. POUR TONER INTO HOLE.
6. SEAL HOLE WITH HIGH END DUCT TAPE OR ELECTRICAL TAPE. DO NOT PRESS DOWN HARD ON CARTRIDGE AS THE DRUM IS ON THE UNDERSIDE OF CARTRIDGE. MAKE SURE THAT THE SEAL IS TIGHT.
2. ROTATE THE CARTRIDGE AND DISENGAGE THE THIRD TAB.
NON HOLE METHOD
1. CAREFULLY REMOVE PLASTIC SEALS. THERE ARE TWO HOLES, THE TOP NEEDS TO BE REMOVED IF THE CARTRIDGE IS HIGH YIELD
2. BEFORE REFILLING VACUUM OR AIR OUT OLD TONER! USE A SHOP VAC WITH HEPA FILTER OR AN AIR DUST CAN. BE SURE TO USE A GOOD MASK!
MIX DEVELOPER OR CARRIER TONER INTO EACH TONER BOTTLE AND SHAKE. DO NOT POUR TONER INTO CARTRIDGE UNTIL YOU HAVE DISTRIBUTED THE DEVELOPER EVENLY THROUGH THE TONER BOTTLE.
REFILL THE TOP HOLE WITH ABOUT 1/5 OF THE BOTTLE.
3. POUR REMAINING TONER INTO BOTTOM HOLE.
SEAL THE HOLES USING THE OLD PLASTIC SEALS WITH RUBBER CEMENT OR PLASTIC GLUE, OR RESEAL USING HIGH END ELECTRICAL OR DUCT TAPE. BE SURE THAT THE SEAL IS TIGHT. IF YOU GLUE THE PLASTIC SEAL BACK ON, DO NOT USE UNTIL THE SEAL IS DRY!
4. REMOVE OLD CHIP USING A HOOK TOOL OR SMALL THIN SCREWDRIVER.
5. NEW CHIP SHOULD SLIDE AND SNAP INTO PLACE.