HP (Hewlett-Packard) J4500 All in One Printer User Manual


 
Copy defects are apparent
Vertical white or faded stripes
The media might not meet Hewlett-Packard media specifications (for example, the
media is too moist or too rough). See
Understand specifications for supported
media for more information.
Unwanted lines
The scanner glass, lid backing, or frame might need cleaning. See
Clean the
device for more information.
Black dots or streaks
Ink, glue, correction fluid, or an unwanted substance might be on the scanner
glass or lid backing. Try cleaning the device. See
Clean the device for more
information.
Copy is slanted or skewed
Make sure that the ADF input tray is not too full.
Make sure that the ADF width adjusters are snug against the sides of the media.
Unclear text
Try adjusting the contrast and copy-quality settings.
The default enhancement setting might not be suitable for the job. Check the
setting and change it to enhance text or photographs, if needed.
Large, black typefaces look splotchy (not smooth)
The default enhancement setting might not be suitable for the job. Check the
setting and change it to enhance text or photographs, if needed.
Horizontal grainy or white bands in light-gray to medium-gray areas
The default enhancement setting might not be suitable for the job. Check the
setting and change it to enhance text or photographs, if needed.
The device prints half a page, then ejects the paper
Check the ink cartridges
Make sure the correct ink cartridges are installed and the ink cartridges are not low on
ink. For more information, see
Manage the device and Work with ink cartridges.
HP cannot guarantee the quality of non-HP ink cartridges.
Error messages appear
“Reload document and then reload job”
Press the OK button, and then reload the remaining documents (up to 20 pages) in
the ADF. For more information see
Load originals.
Paper mismatch
Check the settings
From the copy software on your computer, open the printer driver and verify that the
media size and type settings match the media loaded in the device.
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