Printing the color test

NovaJet PRO 600e

Printing the color test verifies a proper manual prime and that pressure is set properly.

➪To print the color test

1Be sure media is loaded in the printer.

2Select Utility Menu/Service Menu/Diagnostics/Color Test.

3Change the color test percentage to 100% and press OK. The test prints.

4Verify that all bands print a solid pattern. This indicates that the cartridges were properly primed. If it doesn't print a solid pattern, run the color test again.

Printing the prime pattern

Before printing and at regular intervals during printing, the printer wipes the ink cartridge jets at the service station. This function is user selectable during printing or between prints. Still, ink cartridge jets can become clogged, especially with prolonged exposure to the air or with non-use. Printing the Prime pattern helps to clear the jets and to check that the ink cartridges fire properly. ENCAD recommends that you print the prim pattern daily to ensure the best possible print quality.

The printer includes a feature called Open Jet Detection and Compensation. This feature helps maintain optimal print quality and gives you the confidence to print long, unat- tended jobs. During multi-pass printing, the printer will automatically compensate for jets found to be electrically damaged. The only intervention needed is to verify that there are no clogged jets and then choose which print mode is most appropriate for your needs. This is done by printing the Prime test pattern and then setting the print mode accord- ingly.

➪To print the prime pattern

1With media loaded, press Utility/Prime.

A test pattern prints. It should be smooth with no obvious banding.

2If the printed results are unsatisfactory, run the test several more times to unclog the inkjet nozzles.

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