Lexmark 1300 Series manual Preserving the print cartridges, Ordering supplies

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4Using another clean section of the cloth, gently hold the cloth against the contacts for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown.

5With another clean section of the cloth, repeat step 3 and step 4.

6Let the nozzles and contacts dry completely.

7Reinsert the cartridge.

8Print the document again.

9If the print quality does not improve, clean the print nozzles. For more information, see “Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles” on page 34.

10Repeat step 9 up to two more times.

11If print quality is still not satisfactory, replace the cartridge.

Preserving the print cartridges

•Keep new cartridges in their packaging until you are ready to install them.

•Do not remove a cartridge from the printer except to replace, clean, or store it in an airtight container. The cartridges do not print correctly if left exposed for an extended period of time.

Ordering supplies

To order supplies or to locate a dealer near you, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com.

Notes:

•For best results, use only Lexmark print cartridges.

•For best results when printing photos or other high-quality images, use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper.

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Contents Users Guide Lexmark 1300 SeriesOperating system notice Contents Working with photos Index Page Description Where to findDescription Where to find Finding information about the printerLexmark 1300 Series Click View Users Guide including Setup TroubleshootingSelect Lexmark Solution Center Click Start Œ Programs or All Programs ŒDescription Where to find US Where to find rest of world Page Checking the box contents Setting up the printerUse Learning about the printerUnderstanding the parts of the printer Use Learning about the software Using the printer softwareUsing the Imaging Studio From here You can Using the Solution CenterClick Opening Print Properties Using Print PropertiesUsing the Options menu Using the ToolbarUsing the Save Settings menu Using the I Want To menuWindows 2000, Windows XP, or Windows Vista users Resetting printer software settings to defaultsClick Start Œ Settings Œ Printers or Printers and Faxes Click Printing Preferences Load up to Make sure Loading paper and various paper typesLoading paper Loading various paper typesLoad up to Load up to Printing a banner Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or SetupPrinting Printing a documentCollated Not collated Printing collated copiesPrinting envelopes Printing transparencies Printing iron-on transfersPrinting multiple pages on one sheet Printing the last page first reverse page orderNormal Quick Black and White Text Only Printing a WebPrinting photos or images from a Web Print orClick Print Now Printing Photo Packages Using Print Properties to print borderless photosWorking with photos Printing photos from the Photo LibraryCreating and viewing a slideshow Paper sizes supported DimensionsCreating photo projects Creating Photo Greeting CardsClick View Show Viewing a saved slideshowPrinting an image as a multiple-page poster Removing a used print cartridge Maintaining the printerChanging print cartridges Installing print cartridges Aligning the print cartridges Open the Solution CenterAchieving better print quality Improving print qualityWiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts Cleaning the print cartridge nozzlesOrdering supplies Preserving the print cartridgesPaper size Using genuine Lexmark print cartridgesPart number Average cartridge standard page yield is up to PaperRecycling Lexmark products Refilling a print cartridgeSoftware does not install TroubleshootingSetup troubleshooting Power light is not litDoes not print Solution Print speed is slow Print troubleshootingClick Quality/Copies Printer does not print or respondPoor quality at the edges Poor text and graphic quality Paper jam in the paper support Jams and misfeeds troubleshootingPartial document or photo prints Paper jam in the printerBanner paper jams Printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty mediaPower light blinks rapidly Blinking power light troubleshootingError messages troubleshooting Power light blinks slowlyBlack and Color cartridge replacement required Removing and reinstalling the softwareUnited States Government Rights Edition noticeNoise emission levels Power consumptionEnd-user license agreement Index