If print quality problems occur on printouts from an HP FAX-700 or FAX-750 fax machine, check t

DPrint cartridges have a specified life. If the print cartridge date has expired, repl See “Solving Print Cartridge Problems” later in this chapter

DHP fax machine settings can affect the print quality. Try selecting no print reduc reduction at 100%)

DPrint quality can vary with paper

Verify that the paper is not special coated paper. The HP FAX-700 and FAX-750 use an Inkj cartridge, but the print cartridge has been designed to work with plain paper. Th papers do not damage the fax mechanism, but they will not produce satisfactory

Verify that the paper meets the specification listed in chapter 1.

Turn over the paper in the paper IN tray and try printing a fax on the other side o papers have a recommended print side.

Due to differences in paper, some paper that meets the specifications listed in cha produce satisfactory results. Try a different brand or type of paper.

DThe print cartridge may be running out of ink. Replace the print cartridge

Solving Problems in the HP FAX-900 and FAX-950

Use the problem solving procedures, information code table, and function parameter tabl solve problems in the HP FAX-900 and FAX-950 fax machines.

The troubleshooting flowcharts provided under the heading, “Solving Problems in the HP F may also be used for the HP FAX-900 and FAX-950.

Routine Checks

As part of your troubleshooting actions, do the following:

DEnsure that all telephone, answering machine and fax machine lines and cords a

DEnsure that the telephone line is operational, dial tone is present

DEnsure documents are being loaded face down for transmission

DFan paper and document sheets before loading

DCheck that the paper supply tray is loaded with paper

DEnsure proper media used (no plastic, thermal, perforated or heavy-weight paper

DCheck that print cartridge is not empty and is properly installed

DPeriodically clean the print cartridge reservoir or a build-up of ink deposits ma sensor to generate a false out-of-ink message

DEnsure that the answering machine, if used, is compatible, properly set up to ans and is fully operational

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