Drum Stop Message on the Brother HL – 4140, 4150, and 4570 Printer
Diagnostic Aids for the Drum Stop Message on Brother Models 4140, 4150, and 4570
The Drum Stop Message on these machines means a drum error has happened after the drum unit has reached the end of its life. One thing that has always been nice about Brother machines is that even if the drum unit is past its life counter they will continue to work. However, the drums on these color machines tend to be more sensitive than some of the monochrome models. Below is a few troubleshooting tips along with a links to purchase a new drum if needed and links to drum replacement instructions and how to reset the life counter.
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Brother DR310CL Drum Unit for HL – 4140, 4150, and 4570
Troubleshooting Tips for the Drum Stop Message
1. Clean the drum contacts on the drum unit and inside the machine. Click on Link Below.
Brother HL – 4140, 4150, 4570 Series Drum Error Problem
2. Reset Drum Counter for testing purposes. If this fixes the problem I still would recommend replacing the drum unit. Click on the Link below
Brother Color HL – 4140, 4150, 4570 Series Drum Reset Procedure
3. Replace Drum Unit.
Click on the link below for DR-310CL buying options and additional Information
Brother DR310CL Drum Unit HL – 4140, 4150, 4570
