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Printing is unclear

Is ink flowing properly from the BJ cartridge?

Was the protective cap or tape reattached after it was removed?

Are you printing on the wrong side of the paper?

The BJ cartridge may be out of certain ink colors, or the print head may be blocked. Print a Nozzle Check Pattern to check the condition of the print head (see page 2-2).

If the Nozzle Check Pattern does not print correctly, the print head may be blocked. Perform the print head cleaning procedure (see page 2-4).

If you still cannot print, replace the ink tanks (see page 2-6).

If you reattached the protective cap and tape after they have been removed, dirt and air can enter the ink tank, and ink may stop flowing. If the protective cap and tape have been reattached, remove them immediately and clean the print head (see page 2-4).

Paper has a right side and a wrong side for printing. Confirm which side of the paper to print on and reset the paper in the printer.

Printing has a “scratched” appearance

Is the paper too thick?

Is the paper bent or curled?

Are you printing on the wrong side of the paper?

You cannot use paper that exceeds 38 lb (105 g/m2) (see page 3-1).

Do not use paper that is bent or creased. Smooth out all curls before printing.

Paper has a right side and a wrong side for printing. Confirm which side of the paper to print on and reset it in the printer.

5-8	Troubleshooting Chapter 5

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Canon LR1 Printing is unclear, Printing has a scratched appearance, Is the paper too thick? Is the paper bent or curled?

Contents

LR1 Page Trademarks CopyrightDisclaimer User’s Manual this guide Using Your DocumentationQuick Start Guide Quick Guide to Printing Conventions Contents FCC-1 Introduction Do not place the printer on thick rugs or carpets Important Notes on SafetyChoosing a Place for Your Printer Supplying Power to the Printer Printer is designed for use with AC 120 Do not use the power cord if it is tied or knotted Do not disassemble or alter the printer in any way Handling the PrinterDo not use items such as flammable sprays near the printer Do not drop or shake BJ cartridges Maintaining the PrinterHandling the BJ Cartridge BJ Cartridges Supplies and AccessoriesPaper Ink Cartridge Storage Box Ink Tanks BC-11e Color BJ CartridgeBC-10 Black BJ Cartridge BC-12e Photo BJ Cartridge Front View Names and Functions of the Printer’s Parts Control Panel Back View Confirm that the connected Internet device is turned off Turning the Power On and OffTurning On the Power Auto power on/off function Press the printer’s Power button Turning the Power Off Getting Help From Canon Servicing the Printer You can use the following BJ cartridges with the LR1 Using BJ Cartridges Make sure paper is loaded in the paper supply tray If Printing Is Unclear or Colors Are MissingPrinting the Nozzle Check Pattern Normal Nozzle Check Pattern looks like this Print a Nozzle Check Pattern see Cleaning the Print HeadNormal Print Head Cleaning Make sure the printer is turned on Deep Print Head Cleaning Replacing Ink Tanks Ink Type and Ink Replacement Important Notes For the BC-11e Color BJ Cartridge Replacing an Ink TankRemove the ink tank Replacing an Ink Tank For the BC-12e Photo BJ Cartridge For the BC-10 Black BJ Cartridge Install the new ink tank Color ink tank Press the ink light reset button Replacing the BJ Cartridge Close the BJ cartridge access cover Release and raise the green tab with your finger Remove the BJ cartridge Install the BJ cartridge Prepare the replacement BJ cartridge Close the BJ cartridge access cover Using BJ Cartridges Chapter Plain Paper High Resolution PaperPaper Handling Important Notes on Paper Fan the paper to be loaded and align the four corners Loading PaperLoading the Paper Supply Tray Pull the paper supply tray all the way out Push the tray all the way into the printer Set the paper guide and size guide Insert the paper Loading Single Sheets in the Manual Feed Slot Open the back cover Using High Resolution PaperAlign the paper guide with the left edge of the paper Pull out the paper supply tray Close the back cover and press the RESUME/CLEAN button again Clearing Paper Jams Maintaining the Printer Printer Maintenance Cleaning the Printer Transporting the Printer Turn off the power to the Internet device and the printer Maintaining the Printer Chapter Light above the Power button comes on TroubleshootingPower Power does not go on Troubleshooting Chapter Paper does not feed properly Paper Trouble When PrintingLOW INK light comes on Paper is jammed Loaded? Was the paper fannedBefore loading? Is too much paper Paper curls after printing Paper Trouble After PrintingBack side of the paper is soiled Printed side of the paper is soiled If the printer does not print or stops during printing Trouble When Printing Printing starts, but stops before it is finished Printer is printing garbage Is the paper too thick? Is the paper bent or curled? Printing is unclearPrinting has a scratched appearance Ink bleeds White lines appear From the BJ cartridge? Colors are wrongIs ink flowing properly Lines do not print straight Cartridge does not move into the replacement positionCorrectly installed? Is the power on? Troubleshooting Chapter Specifications Paper Size Recommended Printing Area area Specifications Appendix a Automatic feed Glossary RAM Index Index USB Color Bubble Jet Printer, Model K10191 FCC RegulationsCanadian Radio Interference Regulations