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Cause: The print quality setting was set too low.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 3: If the print cartridge was dropped, wait for it to recover
Solution: Allow 30 minutes for the print cartridge to recover.
Cause: A
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 4: Clean the print cartridge nozzles
Solution: Check the print cartridges. If it looks as though there are fibers or dust around the ink nozzles, clean the ink nozzle area of the print cartridge.
Cause: The print cartridge nozzles needed to be cleaned. If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 5: Check the print cartridges
Solution: Check the estimated ink levels in the print cartridges.
NOTE: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning purposes only. When you receive a
If there is ink remaining in the print cartridges, but you are still noticing a problem, print a
For more information, see:
“Check the estimated ink levels” on page 39
Cause: The print cartridges needed to be cleaned or there was insufficient ink. If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 6: Replace the print cartridge
Solution: Replace the indicated print cartridge. You can also remove the indicated print cartridge and print using
NOTE: During
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