
When You Cannot Make Clear Copies
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When You Cannot Make Clear Copies
This section describes likely causes of and possible solutions for unclear copies.
Problem
Cause
Solution
Copies appear dirty.
Image density is too dark.
Adjust the image density. See
“Adjusting Image Density”,
Copy Reference.
Copies contain blots or
are patchy.
The machine is not on a level surface. Place the machine on a stable and
level surface.
Make sure the machine's environ-
ment meets requirements. See
p.95 “Where to Put Your Ma-
chine”.
Copies contain blots or
are patchy.
The paper is creased, curled, or
has blemishes.
Smooth out the wrinkles from the
paper, or replace it. See “Copy Pa-
per”, About This Machine.
If paper comes out curled, adjust
the Output Tray. See “Originals”,
Copy Reference.
Copies contain blots or
are patchy.
Image density is too light.
Adjust the image density. See
“Adjusting Image Density”,
Copy Reference.
Copies contain blots or
are patchy.
The paper is damp.
Use paper that has been stored in
the recommended temperature and
humidity condition. See “Copy Pa-
per”, About This Machine.
Copies are too dark or
too light.
The correct paper type settings
are not made.
Check the paper loaded on the
paper tray or bypass tray matches
the paper type set on the display
panel. See “Copy Paper”, About
This Machine.
Copies are too dark or
too light.
The image was not printed on a
suitable surface.
Before printing on special paper,
check its surface carefully. Print-
ing on non-print surfaces reduces
print quality and can damage the
machine's internal components.
See “Copy Paper”, About This
Machine.
Copies are dirty.
Use of non-recommended toner
can result in loss of print quality
and other problems.
Use manufacturer-genuine toner.
Contact your service representative.
The reverse side of an
original image is copied.
Image density is too dark.
Adjust the image density. See
“Adjusting Image Density”,
Copy Reference.
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Page 42: ...Getting Started 28 1 ...
Page 50: ...Entering Text 36 2 Keyboard Type C Keyboard Type D AMA033S AMA034S ...
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Page 130: ...Connecting the Machine 40 1 ...
Page 192: ...Fax Features 102 4 F Press the OK key G Press the User Tools Counter key ...
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Page 230: ...Printer Features 140 5 ...
Page 247: ...Registering Names 157 7 F Press Yes G Press the User Tools Counter key ...
Page 349: ...Registering Names to a Group 259 7 F Press Yes G Press the User Tools Counter key ...
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Page 422: ...Troubleshooting When Using the Copy Function 18 2 ...
Page 440: ...Troubleshooting When Using the Facsimile Function 36 3 ...
Page 468: ...Troubleshooting When Using the Scanner Function 64 5 ...
Page 490: ...Adding Paper and Replacing Toner 86 7 F Press the User Tools Counter key ASO032S ...
Page 494: ...Adding Paper and Replacing Toner 90 7 ...
Page 497: ...Removing Jammed Paper 93 8 When P is displayed When Y is displayed ASS007S ASS009S ...
Page 498: ...Clearing Misfeeds 94 8 ...
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Page 540: ...Placing Originals 20 1 ...
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