Ricoh SP 112 appendix Print Quality Problems, Checking the Condition of the Machine

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Print Quality Problems

Print Quality Problems

Checking the Condition of the Machine

If there is a problem with the quality of printing, first check the condition of the machine.

Possible Cause

Solution

 

 

There is a problem with the

Make sure that the machine is on a level surface. Place the

machine's location.

machine where it will not be subject to vibration or shock.

 

 

Unsupported types of paper is used.

Make sure that the paper being used is supported by the

 

machine. See page 15 "Supported Paper".

 

 

The paper type setting is incorrect.

Make sure that the paper type setting of the printer driver

 

matches the type of paper loaded. See page 15 "Supported

 

Paper".

 

 

A non-genuine print cartridges is

Non-genuine print cartridges reduce print quality and can

being used.

cause malfunctions. Use genuine print cartridges only. See

 

page 51 "Consumables".

 

 

An old print cartridges is being used.

Print cartridges should be opened before their expiration date

 

and used within six months of being opened.

 

 

The machine is dirty.

See page 33 "Maintaining the Machine", and clean the

 

machine as required.

 

 

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Contents User Guide Page Table of Contents Maintaining the Machine Introduction How to Read This ManualLegal Prohibition DisclaimerCode Xxxx Model-Specific InformationEnvironmental Advice for Users Important Safety InstructionsUser Information on Electrical & Electronic Equipment All Other UsersPage Important Safety Instructions Page Exterior Guide to ComponentsInterior Quick Install Installing the Driver and SoftwareInstalling the Printer Driver Upgrading or Deleting the Printer DriverDeleting the printer driver Installing the Driver and Software What is Smart Organizing Monitor? Supported Paper Loading PaperNon-Recommended Paper Types Print Area Loading Paper Raise up the paper support wire Specifying the paper type and paper size Changing the custom paper size Loading Paper Basic Operation Printing DocumentsPrinting on Both Sides of Sheets Canceling a Print Job Canceling a print job before printing has startedCanceling a print job while printing Resetting the Print Job Continuing Printing Using Mismatched PaperPreventing Paper Mismatch Errors If a Paper Mismatch OccursIf a Paper Mismatch Occurs Printing Documents Checking the Status Information Checking the System InformationPrinting the Configuration Page or Test Tab Settings Configuring the Machine SettingsDownload the firmware from the manufacturers Web site Updating the FirmwareReplacing the Print Cartridge Maintaining the MachineClose the maintenance cover Page Cleaning the Inside of the Machine Common Problems TroubleshootingPaper Paper Feed ProblemsAutomatically removing the paper jammed inside the machine Removing Printing JamsRemoving paper manually CXP014 CXP012 Checking the Condition of the Machine Print Quality ProblemsPrinter Problems Print Positions Do Not Match Display Positions Error Message Causes Solutions Out of Toner Troubleshooting Appendix Where to Inquire Moving and Transporting the MachineDisposal Print Cartridge ConsumablesGeneral Function Specifications Specifications of the MachinePrinter Function Specifications Microsoft Windows 8 Pro Microsoft Windows 8 Enterprise TrademarksTrademarks Appendix Index Memo Memo EN GB EN US EN AU M178-8608A 2013 EN GB EN US EN AU