Brother HL-L6250DN Manual

The Brother HL-L6250DN is a monochrome laser printer designed for high-volume office use, featuring fast printing speeds up to 40 pages per minute, automatic duplex printing, wired and wireless network connectivity, high-yield toner options, and a robust paper handling capacity. Below are key sections covering setup, features, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting.

1. Features at a Glance 2. Installation & Setup 3. Specifications 4. Control Panel & Settings 5. Loading Paper & Toner 6. Network Configuration 7. Printing from Various Devices 8. Maintenance & Cleaning 9. Regulatory Information 10. Troubleshooting

Features at a Glance

Key components: Monochrome laser engine, control panel with LCD, paper trays, toner cartridge, network interfaces (Ethernet, Wi-Fi), USB port.

Feature	Description
Print Speed	Up to 40 pages per minute
Resolution	Up to 1200 x 1200 dpi
Duplex Printing	Automatic two-sided printing
Paper Capacity	Up to 500 sheets (standard)
Connectivity	Ethernet, Wi-Fi, USB 2.0
Toner Yield	High-yield TN-850 cartridge (approx. 10,000 pages)
Display	2-line LCD with navigation buttons
Emulations	PCL6, BR-Script3, IBM ProPrinter
Memory	256 MB standard (expandable)
Supported OS	Windows, macOS, Linux

Installation & Setup

Unpack and inspect contents. Place on stable, level surface near power outlet and network connection.

Remove packaging materials and tape from inside printer.
Install toner cartridge: Open front cover, remove cartridge from packaging, shake gently, insert until it clicks.
Load paper: Adjust paper guides in tray, load paper (up to 250 sheets).
Connect power cable and turn on printer.
Install drivers: Use installation CD or download from Brother website.
Connect to network: Use Ethernet cable or configure Wi-Fi via control panel.

WARNING! Avoid placing printer in direct sunlight or near heat sources. Ensure proper ventilation.

Specifications

Print Technology: Monochrome laser electrophotography.
Print Speed: Up to 40 ppm (A4).
First Print Out Time: Less than 8.5 seconds.
Recommended Monthly Duty Cycle: Up to 75,000 pages.
Paper Sizes: A4, Letter, Legal, Executive, envelopes, labels.
Paper Weight: 60-220 g/m².
Input Capacity: 250-sheet tray (standard), optional 500-sheet tray available.
Output Capacity: 150 sheets face-down.
Interface: USB 2.0, 10/100/1000Base-TX Ethernet, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n.
Power Consumption: Approx. 560W (printing), 65W (ready), 1.4W (sleep).
Dimensions (W x D x H): 406 x 483 x 345 mm.
Weight: Approx. 20.5 kg.

Control Panel & Settings

Access menus via control panel buttons and 2-line LCD.

Buttons: Power, Go (LED indicator), Cancel, Up/Down arrows, OK, Menu.

Menu Options: Report (print configuration, network settings), Machine Info (page count, serial number), Network (TCP/IP, Wi-Fi setup), Default (reset factory settings), Print (density, toner save mode).

Print Density: Adjust from 1 to 5 (default 3). Toner Save Mode: Reduces toner consumption. Sleep Timer: Set delay before entering low-power mode.

Loading Paper & Toner

Paper Loading: Pull out paper tray, adjust guides, fan paper, load print-side down. Envelopes/Labels: Use manual feed slot; adjust paper type in driver.

Toner Replacement: Open front cover when "Toner Low" appears.
Remove old cartridge, shake new cartridge 5-6 times horizontally.
Insert new cartridge until it clicks, close cover.
Run a cleaning cycle if print quality is poor.

Tip: Use only Brother Genuine Toner Cartridges for optimal performance.

Network Configuration

Wired: Connect Ethernet cable to router and printer. Wireless: Use WPS or manual setup via control panel.

Press Menu, navigate to Network > WLAN.
Select Infrastructure mode, choose your SSID, enter password.
Confirm settings and print network configuration report.
For wired network, ensure DHCP is enabled or assign static IP.

Note: Install Brother drivers on all network computers to enable shared printing.

Printing from Various Devices

Windows/macOS: Install full driver software for advanced features. Mobile Printing: Support for AirPrint, Google Cloud Print, Brother iPrint&Scan app.

Windows: Add printer via Devices and Printers, select network printer.
macOS: Add via System Preferences > Printers & Scanners.
Mobile: Connect to same Wi-Fi, use app or built-in OS printing.
Linux: Use CUPS; download PPD file from Brother website.

Duplex Printing: Enable in printer properties or document settings before printing.

Maintenance & Cleaning

Unplug printer before cleaning. Exterior: Use soft, dry cloth. Interior: Use lint-free cloth to remove dust and spilled toner.

CAUTION! Do not use alcohol, ammonia, or abrasive cleaners. Avoid touching the imaging drum inside toner cartridge.

Regulatory Information

FCC Part 15 Class B: Complies with limits for digital devices. Energy Star® qualified. RoHS compliant. Copyright © Brother Industries, Ltd. For support, visit support.brother.com or contact Brother Customer Service at 1-877-276-8437.

Troubleshooting

Symptom	Possible Cause	Corrective Action
Printer not powering on	Power connection	Check power cable and outlet; ensure power switch is on.
Poor print quality	Toner/low density	Replace toner cartridge; run cleaning cycle; adjust print density.
Paper jams	Paper misloaded/damaged	Open covers, remove jammed paper carefully; reload paper correctly.
Not connecting to network	Settings/cable	Verify Wi-Fi password; restart router/printer; check Ethernet cable.
Driver installation fails	OS compatibility	Download latest driver from Brother website; run as administrator.
"Toner Low" message	Cartridge near end	Prepare replacement cartridge; continue printing until "Toner Empty".

Reset: Menu > Default > Reset All Settings (returns to factory defaults).

Service: 1-877-276-8437; support.brother.com