Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern
Examine the nozzle check pattern, and clean the print head if necessary.
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Check if there are missing lines in the pattern C or horizontal streaks in the pattern D.
- A: No missing lines/No horizontal streaks
- B: Lines are missing/Horizontal streaks are present
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Select the pattern that is closer to the printed nozzle check pattern on the confirmation screen.
For A (no missing lines or no horizontal streaks) in both the pattern C and pattern D:
The cleaning is not required. Select All A, confirm the message, then select OK.
The screen will return to the maintenance screen.
For B (lines are missing or horizontal streaks are present) in the pattern C or pattern D, or in both patterns:
The cleaning is required. Select Also B, then select Yes on the cleaning confirmation screen.
The printer starts cleaning the print head.
If the pattern C or any color in the pattern D is not printed:
(Example: Magenta pattern is not printed)
The cleaning is required. Select Also B, then select Yes on the cleaning confirmation screen.
The printer starts cleaning the print head.