Lexmark 2500 Series Poor text and graphic quality, Improving print quality, White lines in print

•“Partial document or photo prints” on page 47

•“Photo smudges” on page 47

Improving print quality

Check paper

Check print cartridges

•Use the appropriate paper for the document. If you are printing photos or other high-quality images, for best results use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper.

•Use a paper that is a heavier weight or bright white.

If the document still does not have the print quality you want, follow these steps:

1Align the print cartridges. For more information, see “Aligning the print cartridges” on page 37.

If print quality has not improved, continue to step 2.

2Clean the print cartridge nozzles. For more information, see “Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles” on page 38.

If print quality has not improved, continue to step 3.

3Remove and reinsert the print cartridges. For more information, see “Removing a used print cartridge” on page 35 and “Installing print cartridges” on page 35.

If print quality has not improved, continue to step 4.

4Wipe the print nozzles and contacts. For more information, see “Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts” on page 39.

If print quality is still not satisfactory, replace the print cartridges. For more information, see “Ordering paper and other supplies” on page 40.

Poor text and graphic quality

•	Blank pages	•	Skewed lines
•	Dark print	•	Smudges
•	Faded print	•	Streaks
•	Incorrect colors	• White lines in print

•Light and dark bands in print

Check ink

Review steps to improve print quality

Check the ink levels, and install new print cartridges if necessary.

See “Improving print quality” on page 37.

Troubleshooting

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