Kodak ESP 7 manual Print skewed or slanted, Print spotted, Print too dark

Troubleshooting

Print skewed or slanted

Probable Cause 1

The paper is not properly loaded in the tray.

Caution: Kodak Inkjet paper is recommended for your Kodak All-in-One printer.

Corrective Action

Realign the paper in the paper tray.

1Remove paper and check for wrinkles and tears.

2Slide the paper edge guide away from the paper.

3Straighten the stack of paper against a flat surface, and reload it into the paper tray.

4Slide the paper edge guide up against the edge of the paper.

Probable Cause 2

More than one type or size of paper is loaded.

Corrective Action

Load only one type or size of paper at a time.

Print spotted

Probable Cause

Paper may be dirty.

Corrective Action

Use a dry, lint-free cloth to wipe clean. For excessive dirt or debris, thoroughly clean the paper tray, and load new paper.

Note: When you are not using the printer, keep paper tray covers closed to keep dust and debris from collecting on the paper or inside the printer.

Print too dark

•Try taking the picture again with the flash on, or move within the flash range of the camera. Refer to your camera user’s guide for details.

•Adjust the exposure compensation on your camera and try taking the picture again. Refer to your camera user’s guide for details.

•Edit the picture using Kodak Home Center (Windows only) or other image editing software.

•Make sure the printer is not placed in direct sunlight or is not operating in a high- temperature environment.

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