Lexmark Z53 manual Wiping print nozzles, Preserving print cartridges

5Repeat the nozzle test.

6If the lines are still broken, wipe the print cartridge nozzles. For help, see the next section.

Wiping print nozzles

If print quality does not improve after cleaning the print nozzles (see page 25), there may be dried ink on the print cartridge nozzles. For help on wiping the print nozzles, see the Troubleshooting: Print Quality section of the printer driver Help.

Preserving print cartridges

To ensure the longest life from your print cartridge and optimum performance from your printer:

•Keep a new print cartridge in its packaging until you are ready to install it.

•Do not remove a print cartridge from the printer except to replace, clean, or store it in an air-tight container. The print cartridge does not print correctly if removed from the printer and left exposed for an extended period of time.

•If a print cartridge runs out of ink, leave the empty cartridge in the printer until you are ready to replace it. Printing with one of the print cartridge carriers empty may cause printer problems.

Lexmark’s printer warranty does not cover repair of failures or damage caused by a refilled cartridge. Lexmark does not recommend use of refilled cartridges. Refilling cartridges can affect print quality and cause damage to the printer. For best results, use Lexmark supplies.

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