Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern
Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzle.
Note
- If the remaining ink level is low, the nozzle check pattern will not be printed correctly. Refill any ink tanks that are low.
You need to prepare: a single sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper
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Make sure that the power is turned on.
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Load a single sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper in the rear tray.
After loading paper on the rear tray, the paper information registration screen appears on the LCD. Select A4 or Letter for Size: and Plain paper for Type: and then press the OK button.
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Pull out the paper output tray, then open the output tray extension.
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Press the Setup button, use the button to select Maintenance, and press the OK button.
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Use the button to select Nozzle check and then press the OK button.
The nozzle check pattern will be printed.