2000-2006 HP Color LaserJet 4600/4610n/4650 Service Manual (560 p.)

17 ppm color laser service data for HP Color LaserJet 4600/4650 — image formation, paper feed, and field-replaceable units. HP part numbers C9660A, Q7732A, Q3668A.

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Models Covered & Key Technical Specifications

HP Color LaserJet 4600, 4610n, 4650 Series — 2000–2006 Precision Engineering Vault | Color LaserJet Series Repository.

  • Calibrated Print Speed Data: The HP Color LaserJet 4600 models produce 17 pages per minute (ppm) on letter-sized paper is specified as the baseline throughput rate Architecture.
  • Advanced Memory Configuration: For maximum performance, 96 megabytes (MB) of synchronous dynamic random access memory (SDRAM) is rated at the base model standard capacity Bounds.
  • Documented Physical Dimensions: Height measures 566 mm (22.3 inches) × depth 480 mm (18.9 inches) × width 456 mm (18.0 inches) — represents the standard unit footprint Topology.
  • Prescribed Weight Specification: The HP Color LaserJet 4600 base model requires 37 kg (81.6 lbs) as the minimum surface load-bearing requirement Standards.
  • Engineered Power Consumption: For optimal efficiency, 426 watts during printing is designed for the 110-volt models in full operational mode Matrix.
  • Nominal Resolution Rating: The HP ImageREt 2400 technology achieves 600-by-600 dpi effective resolution, establishing the maximum addressable print output Framework.

Professional Workshop Service Manual & Technical Specifications

Practical undefined Manual: Printer 2000-2006 HP Color LaserJet 4600/4610n/4650 Service Manual (560 P.) Data-Compendium

Documentation-Type: HP Color LaserJet 4600, 4600n, 4600dn, 4600dtn, 4600hdn, 4610n, 4650, 4650n, 4650dn, 4650dtn, 4650hdn Series (2000–2006) // Model-Designation: Color Laser Printing Equipment Architecture and Maintenance Logic // Machine-Range: Commercial Office Systems and Network-Connected Peripherals Specifications.

Specification Coverage Documentation Status
Product Information and Configuration All model variants with memory, performance, and connectivity data Complete specifications provided
Maintenance and Supply Replacement Print cartridge lifecycle, fuser unit management, ETB service intervals Documented with replacement procedures
System Architecture and Operation Engine control, laser/scanner assembly, image formation, paper feed systems Comprehensive technical reference

Following OEM groupings, the manual includes the printer product information system covering engine and transmission architectures, addresses maintenance and supply replacement procedures for cartridges and transfer units, provides installation configuration guidance for hardware integration with various network protocols, and details theory of operation across all major functional blocks.

System operation descriptions cover the four primary engine systems: the DC controller circuit managing print sequencing and motor operation, the laser/scanner assembly producing latent images on photosensitive drums, the image-formation system executing the eleven-step toner transfer and fusing process, and the pickup/feed system managing media transport through tray detection and paper-path sensors. The documentation addresses calibration and cleaning cycles that maintain color-plane registration and image density stability. Assembly instructions are detailed for optional 500-sheet and 2 x 500-sheet paper feeder installations, including cassette detection switches and paper-size identification mechanisms. Hydraulic schematics are included for the electrostatic transfer/transport belt (ETB) unit, fuser power-supply induction heating, and high-voltage bias distribution to charging rollers and transfer components.

Steering component information is provided for internal mechanical assemblies including drum drive units, developing disengaging motors, pickup and registration rollers, and separation mechanisms within the multipurpose and cassette trays. The document includes torque specifications for fastener assembly to ensure proper fastening and structural alignment throughout the printer chassis and internal framework.

Removal and replacement procedures document field replaceable units (FRUs) such as the DC controller PCA, formatter board, laser/scanner modules, and various sensor assemblies accessed from front, rear, left, right, and top positions. Troubleshooting sections organize diagnostic approaches by error message classification (status, warning, error, and critical messages), paper-path jam recovery, media-transport issues, image-formation defects, and interface communication problems. The manual provides control-panel menu mapping, LED diagnostic sequences, and event-log interpretation for identifying recurring failure patterns. Replacement-parts configuration procedures cover formatter and DC controller installation for HP CLJ 4610n and 4650 models with memory DIMM and CompactFlash memory card setup instructions.

FAQ

What is the **required** paper tray capacity for standard operation? keyboard_arrow_down

500 sheets of 75-g/m² (20-lb) paper is the standard input tray maximum capacity, with a maximum stack height of 50 mm (2 inches) for continuous operations.

Calculate the **specified** media weight range for the HP Color LaserJet 4600 models. keyboard_arrow_down

60 to 176 g/m² (16 to 47 lb) is the supported weight range that accommodates diverse paper types and maintains print quality without mechanical stress.

What values are **essential** for maintaining proper fuser temperature during plain paper printing? keyboard_arrow_down

190°C (374°F) is the calibrated fusing temperature required for plain media at full engine speed, with a 0.1-second dwell time to achieve permanent toner adhesion.

Assess the **correct** environmental temperature range for optimal printer performance. keyboard_arrow_down

10 to 30°C (50 to 86°F) is the allowed operating temperature that prevents condensation, toner deterioration, and component thermal stress during continuous printing cycles.

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