Note
The print-quality defect chart assumes the use of letter- or A4-size media that has moved
through the printer short-edge first (portrait orientation).
An image with no defects
Horizontal lines or
streaks
● Make sure that the
operation and
location
requirements of the
printer are met.
● Print the Print Quality
Troubleshooting
Pages (see
Print
quality
troubleshooting) and
follow the diagnostic
procedure listed on
the first page to help
isolate the defect to
a particular
component.
Misaligned colors
● Calibrate the printer.
Vertical lines
● Print the Print Quality
Troubleshooting
Pages (see
Print
quality
troubleshooting) and
follow the diagnostic
procedure listed on
the first page to help
isolate the defect to
a particular
component.
Repetitive defects
● Make sure that the
operation and
location
requirements of the
printer are met.
● Print the Print Quality
Troubleshooting
Pages (see
Print
quality
troubleshooting) and
follow the diagnostic
procedure listed on
the first page to help
isolate the defect to
a particular
component.
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