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Problem Cause Solution
Images are missing or faded. The print-cartridge might be defective. Replace the print cartridge. See Print
cartridge on page 159.
The original might be of poor quality. If your original is too light or damaged, the
copy might not be able to compensate, even
if you adjust the contrast. If possible, find an
original document in better condition.
The contrast settings might be set
incorrectly.
Use the control-panel Lighter/Darker button
to change the contrast setting.
The original might have a colored
background.
Colored backgrounds might cause images in
the foreground to blend into the background,
or the background might appear in a
different shade. If possible, use an original
document without a colored background.
Vertical white or faded stripes
appear on the copy.
The media might not meet
HP specifications.
Use media that meets HP specifications.
See
Paper and print media on page 45.
The print-cartridge might be defective. Replace the print cartridge. See Print
cartridge on page 159.
Unwanted lines appear on the
copy.
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The flatbed scanner or the ADF glass might
be dirty.
Clean the flatbed scanner or the ADF glass.
See
Clean the product on page 162.
The photosensitive drum inside the print
cartridge might have been scratched.
Install a new HP print cartridge. See Print
cartridge on page 159.
Black dots or streaks appear on
the copy.
Ink, glue, correction fluid, or an unwanted
substance might be on the automatic
document feeder (ADF) or flatbed scanner.
Clean the product. See Clean the product
on page 162.
The power to the product might have
fluctuated.
Reprint the job.
Copies are too light or dark. The printer driver or product software
settings may be incorrect.
Verify that the quality settings are correct.
See the product software Help for more
information about changing the settings.
Text is unclear. The printer driver or product software
settings may be incorrect.
Verify that the quality settings are correct.
Verify that the EconoMode setting is off.
See the product software Help for more
information about changing the settings.
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