5.Look at the alignment pattern in each set and find the patch which is most evenly printed, with no noticeable streaks or lines.
6.Press the r button, then press the u or d button to highlight the number for the best pattern (1 to 9) in set #1, then press the OK button.
7.Repeat step 6 to select the best pattern for sets #2, #3, and #4.
8.When you have finished, press the OK button.
Cleaning the Printer
To keep your printer working at its best, you should clean it several times a year. Follow these steps:
1.Turn off the printer, unplug the power cord, and disconnect the printer cable.
2.Remove all paper, then use a soft brush to clean any dust or dirt from the sheet feeder.
3.Clean the exterior of the printer with a soft, damp cloth.
4.Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the LCD panel. Do not use liquid or chemical cleaners on the LCD panel.
5.If ink has spilled inside the printer, wipe it off only in the area shown below using a soft, damp cloth.
Clean here
wWarning:
Do not touch the gears inside the printer.
cCaution:
❏Be careful not to wipe away lubricating grease inside the printer.
❏Never use a hard or abrasive brush, or alcohol or thinner for cleaning; they can damage the printer components and case.
❏Do not get water on the printer components and do not spray lubricants or oils inside the printer.
❏Do not apply grease to the metal parts under the print head carriage.
Transporting the Printer
If you move your printer some distance, you need to prepare it for transportation in its original box or one of a similar size.
cCaution:
To avoid damage, always leave the ink cartridges installed when transporting the printer.
1.Turn on the printer, wait until the print head locks in the far right position, then turn off the printer.
2.Unplug the power cord from the electrical outlet. Then disconnect the printer cable from the printer.
3.Remove any memory cards from the printer and close the memory card cover.
4.Remove any paper from the printer, push down the paper support extension, and close the paper support.
5.Open the printer cover. Secure the ink cartridge holder to the printer with tape as shown, then close the printer cover.
Tape the ink
cartridge holder to the printer case
6.Make sure the CD/DVD tray guide is closed, then push in the output tray extension and close the output tray.
7.Repack the printer and its attachments in the original box using the protective materials that came with them.
Keep the printer level as you transport it. After transporting the printer, remove the tape securing the print head and test your printer. If you notice a decline in print quality, clean the print head (see page 25); if output is misaligned, align the print head (see page 25).
26Maintenance and Transporting