LaserJet 1320 running noise at startup

[SColburn]

I have a LaserJet 1320 problem. As soon as the printer is powered on, rather than going through the fuser warm-up period, the mechanisms immediately start running -- making the sound as if it's going to print something -- only it's at an accelerated rate of speed. There were a couple of occurrences where it even produced a blank page.

I have never heard of this problem, and have yet to find any problem/solutions online -- likely due to the fact I'm having trouble describing the issue. Has anyone heard of this? I'd try replacing the fuser, if I had one... but I'm not even sure that will resolve the issue. I'm thinking it's a larger problem (formatter board, etc), in which case I'm leaning toward a new printer.

Any input is appreciated, thank you!

[Big Al]

If it is not under warranty and you have no access to another machine to swap parts then it is likely time for a new printer. I would suggest an HP 4+ or 5n, or maybe a 4000. They are excellent machines, parts and service manuals are available, toner is inexpensive, and they are easy to repair. You can get any of these for around $100. I recently bought a 4000 with a low page count and got a duplexer and an envelope feeder, total cost including shipping just over $200. All of these are slow. If you need speed you get into the models made in China and they have issues, IMHO.

Al