Brother printers are known for their reliability and high-quality printing. However, it can be frustrating to encounter toner issues such as inaccurate toner levels or the dreaded "no toner" message. Don’t worry, this blog will guide you through the steps of your Brother TN227 printer toner reset.
I.When Should I Reset Toner on My Brother Printer?
When you replace the toner cartridge with a new one and the printer continues to indicate that the toner is low or empty, it is often necessary to reset the toner on your Brother printer. Resetting the toner counter does not add more toner to the toner cartridge; it simply allows the printer to accurately identify the new cartridge's capacity. Here are some common situations when you may need to reset the toner:
After Replacing Toner: When you install a new Brother TN227 toner cartridge, the printer may still record the status of the old toner. Resetting ensures that the printer recognizes the new toner cartridge and accurately reflects toner levels.
Toner Low/Empty Message: If your printer displays a toner low or empty message, even after inserting a new toner cartridge, it indicates that the toner counter needs to be reset. This allows the printer to correctly recognize the new toner level.
Print Quality Issues: In some cases, you may experience print quality issues even if the toner is not completely exhausted. Sometimes resetting the toner can resolve these issues by prompting the printer to recalibrate and adjust settings for a new toner cartridge.
Refilled or Third-Party Toner Cartridges: If you refilled a toner cartridge or installed a third-party (non-Brother) toner cartridge, the printer might not automatically recognize the new toner amount. The toner counter usually needs to be reset to synchronize the printer with the actual amount of toner in the cartridge.
Error Message or Blinking LED Light: Some Brother printers use error messages or blinking LED lights to indicate that toner is low or empty. If the error persists after replacing the toner, you may need to reset to clear the message and resume normal printing.
II.How to Reset Brother TN227 Toner?
Below is the detailed process to reset Brother TN227 toner printers.
1.Reset Toner on Brother HL-L3210CW/HL-L3230CDN/HL-L3230CDW Printer
- Open the cover:
Start by opening the front cover of your Brother HL-L3210CW, HL-L3230CDN, or HL-L3230CDW printer. The front cover should remain open throughout the reset process.
- Enter reset mode:
Press the Back and Cancel buttons simultaneously and hold for 2 seconds, then press the Back button again. The printer will go to the toner reset page.
- Select color and toner capacity:
Use the - or + buttons to scroll through the options and select the color and toner capacity you want to reset. ("K", "C", "M", "Y" represent four colors respectively, "STD" represents standard capacity. "HC" represents high capacity.) For example, "Y.TNR-HC" represents high capacity yellow toner cartridge. Press the OK button to confirm your selection and the printer will display Reset/Exit.
- Confirm and reset:
Press the "+" button to confirm and initiate the toner counter reset. The printer will immediately display "Accepted" indicating that the reset was successful.
- Complete the reset:
Close the front cover to end the reset process. Your Brother printer is now ready to accurately monitor toner levels to ensure optimal printing performance.
2.Reset Toner on Brother HL-L3270CDW Printer
- Open the printer cover:
First open the front cover of the HL-L3270CDW printer and make sure it stays open.
- Access the reset menu:
With the front cover open, press the “Return” and “Cancel (X)” buttons simultaneously. Then, press the "Back" button alone.
- Select color and toner capacity:
Use the touch screen's Arrow buttons to select the desired color and toner capacity to reset. This is the same display as the printer mentioned earlier. "K", "C", "M", and "Y" represent black, cyan, magenta, and yellow respectively; "STD" represents standard capacity. "HC" stands for High Capacity.
- Confirm reset:
Press the "Yes" button on the touch screen to confirm the toner reset and start the reset process.
- Complete the TN227 toner reset:
Seal the printer front cover to complete the reset process. The printer display will show "Accepted" indicating that the toner reset was successful.
3.Reset Toner on Brother HL-L3290CDW Printer
- Open the cover:
Start the process by opening the front cover of your Brother HL-L3290CDW printer so that you can access the toner cartridge.
- Access reset options:
Press the "Clear" and "Stop/Exit" buttons simultaneously. Afterwards, press the Clear button again. Please be patient, it may take a few tries.
- Navigate the reset menu:
Click the arrows to scroll through the menu and select the desired color and yield to reset. For example, K.TNR-STD represents standard yield black toner cartridges.
- Confirm reset:
After pressing "Yes" to confirm, the printer's LCD screen will display "Accepted" to indicate that the reset process is complete.
- Complete the process:
Close the printer's front cover to end the reset process. Your HL-L3290CDW printer is now ready to accurately monitor toner levels for reliable, efficient printing.
4.Reset Toner on Brother MFC-L3710CW/MFC-L3750CDW/MFC-L3770CDW Printer
- Open the top cover of the printer:
Open the front cover of your Brother MFC-L3710CW, MFC-L3750CDW, or MFC-L3770CDW printer. Leave the printer cover open to complete the operation.
- Access the reset menu:
Press the Back and Cancel (X) buttons simultaneously, then press the Back button again.
- Select color and toner capacity:
Use the touch screen's Arrow buttons to navigate the reset menu and select the color and toner capacity you need to reset. Press the appropriate option (e.g. "M.TNR-HC") to continue.
- Confirm reset:
On the touch screen, press the Yes button to confirm the toner reset. The printer will display "Accepted" indicating a successful reset.
- Complete the process:
Close the printer's front cover to end the reset process. Your MFC-L3710CW, MFC-L3750CDW or MFC-L3770CDW printer can now accurately monitor toner levels for reliable printing.
III.Frequently Aaked Questions about Brother TN227 Printer Toner Reset
1.My Brother printer says "No Toner" after resetting toner, how do I fix it?
If your Brother printer still displays the "No Toner" message after resetting the toner, there are a few steps you can take to troubleshoot and resolve the issue:
- Check the reset process: Make sure you follow the correct steps for your printer model.
- Verify toner installation: Open the front cover of the Brother printer, remove the toner cartridge, and then reinstall it. Make sure it clicks securely into place.
- Check the toner cartridge for damage: Check the toner cartridge for any obvious damage. If the cartridge is damaged, consider replacing it with a new cartridge.
- Clean the toner contacts: Turn off the printer and use a lint-free cloth to carefully clean the electrical contacts on the toner cartridge and printer.
Our blog Brother Printer No Toner Override provides detailed instructions.
2.How to check toner level on Brother printer?
You can check the toner level of your Brother printer through the printer panel, utilities and computer.
- Using the control panel: Navigate to the Toner Management menu on your Brother printer control panel.
- Brother iPrint&Scan: Install this application, select your printer, and check the Supplies Level option.
- Printer Driver (Windows): Access “Printer Properties” and check the toner level in “Device Setup” or “Maintenance.”
- Printer Utility (Mac): Open “System Preferences”, select “Printers & Scanners,” then check “Options & Supplies” for toner levels.
IV.Conclusion
The process of resetting the Brother TN-227 toner is very effective and ensures accurate toner level display and optimal printing performance. By following these steps, you can solve the problem and enjoy high-quality printing. If you encounter ongoing problems, please refer to your printer manual or contact Brother Support for tailored assistance.
