Copy Quality is Poor
Copies are Scuffed, Color is Missing or Banding or Unexpected Colors Appear
The print head nozzles may be clogged.
Solutions
Perform a nozzle check to see if the print head nozzles are clogged. Perform a nozzle check, and then
clean the print head if any of the print head nozzles are clogged. If you have not used the printer for a
long time, the print head nozzles may be clogged and ink drops may not be discharged.
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“Checking the Clogged Nozzles” on page 198
Blurry Copies, Vertical Banding, or Misalignment
The following causes can be considered.
The originals are folded or wrinkled.
Solutions
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When using the ADF
Do not place the originals on in ADF. Place the originals on the scanner glass instead.
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When using the scanner glass
Flatten out the folds and wrinkles in the originals as much as possible. When placing originals, try
placing a piece of card and so on over the document so that it does not lift up, and remains in close
contact with the surface.
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