Chapter 6: Solving Printer Problems
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Solving Printer Problems
Alarm and Abnormal Noise
Bidirectional
alignment is not
properly aligned.
• AutoGap is set incorrectly.
Action: Adjust AutoGap (see page 42).
• Setting of the Print Adjust value is not correct.
Action: Adjust the value (see “Adjusting Bidirectional
Alignment” on page 81).
Printer slows down
or stops
intermittently.
• Printer is used continuously for a long time.
Action: Normal operation.
• Dense pattern is printed.
Action: Normal operation.
Symptom Probable Causes and Actions
Alarm sounds. • The alarm sounds to indicate the following error
conditions:
— EOF condition.
— Paper jam condition.
Action: See “Problems Indicated by Error Codes or
Messages” on page 118.
Printer makes
abnormal noise. • Printer is not placed on a sturdy level surface.
Action: Place the printer on a desk or table. Check that no
objects are touching the printer.
• Ribbon cartridge is not snapped in place correctly. For
help, see “Installing the Ribbon Cartridge” on page 4.
Action: Reset the ribbon cartridge correctly.
Symptom Probable Causes and Actions