
Shadow images appear on prints
Try one or more of the following:
CHECK THE PAPER TYPE AND WEIGHT SETTINGS
Make sure the paper type and weight settings match the paper loaded in the tray or feeder:
1From the printer control panel Paper menu, check the Paper Type and Paper Weight settings.
2Before sending the print job, specify the correct paper type setting:
•For Windows users, specify the paper type from Print Properties.
•For Macintosh users, specify the paper type from the Print dialog.
MAKE SURE THE PRINT CARTRIDGE IS NOT LOW ON TONER
When 88.xx [color] cartridge low appears, make sure that toner is distributed evenly among all four print cartridges or whichever color has the shadow images.
1Remove the print cartridge.
2Firmly shake the cartridge
3Reinsert the print cartridge.
Note: If print quality does not improve, replace the print cartridge of the color that is giving a shadow.
If the problem continues, the printer may need to be serviced. For more information, contact customer support.
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MAKE SURE THERE IS NO WORN OR DEFECTIVE PRINT CARTRIDGE
Replace the worn or defective print cartridge.
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