Samsung SCX-4100 manual Scatter, Characters, Skew, Curl or wave

	Condition	Suggested solutions
Background		Background scatter results from bits of toner distributed on
	scatter	the printed page.
		• The paper may be too damp. Try printing with a different
		batch of paper. Do not open packages of paper until
		necessary so that the paper does not absorb too much
		moisture.
		• If background scatter occurs on an envelope, change the
		printing layout to avoid printing over areas that have
		overlapping seams on the reverse side. Printing on seams can
		cause problems.
		• If background scatter covers the entire surface area of a
		printed page, adjust the print resolution through your
		software application or the printer properties.
Miss-formed		• If characters are improperly formed and producing hollow
	characters	images, the paper stock may be too slick. Try a different
		paper. See “Paper Specifications” on page A.5.
		• If characters are improperly formed and producing a wavy
		effect, the scanner unit may need service. For service,
		contact a service representative.

Page skew	• Ensure that the paper is loaded properly.
	• Check the paper type and quality. See “Paper Specifications”
	on page A.5.
	• Ensure that the paper or other material is loaded correctly
	and the guides are not too tight or too loose against the
	paper stack.

Curl or wave	• Ensure that the paper is loaded properly.
	• Check the paper type and quality. Both high temperature and
	humidity can cause paper curl. See “Paper Specifications” on
	page A.5.
	• Turn the stack of paper over in the paper tray. Also try
	rotating the paper 180° in the tray.
	• Try printing to the rear output slot.

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