Lexmark 560n manual Print irregularities, Print is too dark, 187

Print irregularities

These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following:

HAS THE PAPER ABSORBED MOISTURE DUE TO HIGH HUMIDITY?

•Load paper from a fresh package.

•Store paper in its original wrapper until you use it.

MAKE SURE THE PAPER TYPE SETTING MATCHES THE PAPER LOADED IN THE TRAY

From Print Properties, change the Paper Type setting to match the paper loaded in the tray.

CHECK THE PAPER

Avoid textured paper with rough finishes.

IS THE TONER LOW?

When Replace <color> Print Cartridge Soon appears or when the print becomes faded, you may be able to extend the life of the print cartridge:

1Remove the specified print cartridge.

2Firmly shake the cartridge side-to-side and front-to-back several times to redistribute toner.

3Reinsert the print cartridge and continue printing.

IS THE FUSER DEFECTIVE OR WORN?

Replace the fuser.

Print is too dark

These are possible solutions. Try one or more of the following:

MAKE SURE THE IMAGE OPTIONS SETTINGS ARE NOT TOO DARK

From Print Properties, adjust the Brightness setting before sending the job to print.

Note: This solution applies to Windows users only.

IS A PRINT CARTRIDGE DEFECTIVE?

Replace the print cartridge.

Troubleshooting

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