Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the Print Head nozzles and to verify Print Head alignment. Use this function when printed results are blurred or the color is incorrect.
Note
Ensure that the Inner Cover is closed.
1 Press [ON/OFF] to turn on the machine, then load a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper in the Auto Sheet Feeder or the Cassette.
See “Turning on the Machine” on page 18 and “Loading Paper” on page 20.
2 Use [Feed Switch] to select the paper source where you have loaded paper.
3 Printing the nozzle check pattern.
(1) Display the Maintenance screen.
See “Performing Maintenance” on page 115.
(2) Use [ ] or [ ] to select <Nozzle check> and then press [OK]. The pattern print confirmation screen is displayed.
(2)
(3) Use [ ] or [ ] to select <Yes> and then press [OK]. The nozzle check pattern is printed.
(3)
Examine the pattern and take the appropriate action. See “Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern” on page 117.
Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern
4
116 | Routine Maintenance | Chapter 11 |