6Close the scanner unit, making sure to keep your hands out from underneath the scanner unit.
The control panel display will prompt you to load paper and press 
to print an alignment page.
Note: The scanner unit must be closed to start a new scan, print, copy, or fax job.
Achieving better print quality
Improving print quality
If you are not satisfied with the print quality of a document, make sure you:
•Use the appropriate paper for the document. If you are printing photos or other high quality images, for best results use Lexmark PerfectFinishTM Photo Paper or Lexmark Photo Paper.
Note: Do not use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper. Your print cartridges are not compatible with this type of paper.
•Use a paper that is a heavier weight or bright white.
•Select a higher print quality.
If the document still does not have the print quality you want, follow these steps:
1Align the print cartridges. For more information, see “Aligning print cartridges” on page 144. 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 145. If print quality has not improved, continue to step 3.
3Remove and reinsert the cartridges. For more information, see “Removing a used print cartridge” on page 142 and “Installing print cartridges” on page 142.
If print quality has not improved, continue to step 4.
4Wipe the print cartridge nozzles and contacts. For more information, see “Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts” on page 145.
If print quality is still not satisfactory, replace the cartridge. For more information, see “Ordering supplies” on page 147.
Aligning print cartridges
1Load plain paper.
2Press 
or 
repeatedly until Maintenance is highlighted.
3Press 
.
