8400- not grabbing from tray 1 effectively 1

[nicksims]

I'm using a card stock, 4x9. Printing quantities of 100 each time. After about 150 or so, it has a tough time "grabbing" the next piece. The grey, rubbery wheel just spins over the page. I give the page a little nudge and it will then feed through.

This happens regardless of the quantity of sheets.

We are in Denver and our laser (hp 4550) has a tough time with the low humidity and static issues. That room now has a humidifier and it works far more reliably. Could the rubber wheel be affected by static?

Could the paper too smooth?
Is there a way to clean the wheel? It does not look dirty, but I don't want to mess up the part with the wrong solution.
Does the rubber wheel lose its "tackiness" and need periodic replacement?

Anyone with this experience?

 

[bisawest]

Xerox recommends using packaging tape, sticking it to the roller, and then pulling it off, to clean the rollers. I hope this helps. Have a nice day!!!

 

[nicksims]

I love it when a simple, basic answer like packing tape works.

I think the card stock we were using may have been leaving a slight residue or buildup on the roller.

Thanks!
Nick

 

[bisawest]

Your welcome. Have a nice day!!!

P.S. How much snow did you guys get this year? We got none. Which makes me sad.

 

[nicksims]

Currently, a dusting yesterday, more coming tomorrow. Mountains for the most part have been getting quite a bit, especially compared to the last couple of dry years. I'm hoping for some spring skiing. Bring on the storms!
Nick