Ricoh SP C250SF, SP C252SF 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 print quality, first check the condition of the machine.

Problem	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 57 "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 57 "Supported
	Paper".
A non-genuine print cartridge is	Refilled or non-genuine print cartridge reduces print quality
being used.	and may cause malfunctions. Use genuine print cartridge only.
	See page 354 "Consumables".
An old print cartridge is being used.	Print cartridge should be opened before their expiration date
	and used within six months after being opened.
The machine is dirty.	See page 273 "Maintaining the Machine", and clean the
	machine as required.
Color degradation has occurred.	Color degradation may occur in color printing after the
	machine is moved or a large number of pages are printed. In
	this case, adjust color registration by executing [Color
	Registration] in [System Settings].

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