Ricoh SP 112 appendix Print Quality Problems, Checking the Condition of the Machine

Print Quality Problems

Print Quality Problems

Checking the Condition of the Machine

If there is a problem with the quality of printing, first check the condition of the machine.

Possible Cause	Solution
There is a problem with the	Make sure that the machine is on a level surface. Place the
machine's location.	machine where it will not be subject to vibration or shock.
Unsupported types of paper is used.	Make sure that the paper being used is supported by the
	machine. See page 15 "Supported Paper".
The paper type setting is incorrect.	Make sure that the paper type setting of the printer driver
	matches the type of paper loaded. See page 15 "Supported
	Paper".
A non-genuine print cartridges is	Non-genuine print cartridges reduce print quality and can
being used.	cause malfunctions. Use genuine print cartridges only. See
	page 51 "Consumables".
An old print cartridges is being used.	Print cartridges should be opened before their expiration date
	and used within six months of being opened.
The machine is dirty.	See page 33 "Maintaining the Machine", and clean the
	machine as required.

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