do I really have to replace the drum?

[lisa.harkema]

I have a konica minolta magicolor 2300w, which has worked pretty well
for me. It is now displaying a message saying that the drum needs to be
replaced, but it prints just fine. Do I really have to replace the
drum? will I do any damage to the printer by continuing to use it on an
"expired' drum?
thanks

 

[milou]

I have a konica minolta magicolor 2300w, which has worked pretty well
for me. It is now displaying a message saying that the drum needs to be
replaced, but it prints just fine. Do I really have to replace the
drum? will I do any damage to the printer by continuing to use it on an
"expired' drum?
thanks

Google for
Minolta Magicolor 2300 drum counter reset kit

 

[Arthur Entlich]

No. More than likely it is running low on toner.

This printer does use a transfer belt which does have a limited
lifespan, although it usually is several toner cartridges worth of printing.

In either case, you don't need to replace the drum nor the transfer belt
until the image degrade sufficiently that you no longer are happy with
the result, or the toner runs out. The cartridges may be able to be
refilled by an independent dealer, as well.

Art