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Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern

Examine the nozzle check pattern, and clean the print head if necessary.

  1. 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

  2. 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.

    Select an ink group containing missing lines or horizontal streaks to perform cleaning.

    Note

    • Because CO ink is colorless, its pattern is printed over the black pattern. Check for horizontal streaks (E) in the dark gray bands of the pattern.

    If the pattern D or any color in the pattern C is not printed:

    (Example: Magenta pattern is not printed)

    The cleaning is required. Select Also B, then select Yes on the cleaning confirmation screen.

    Select an ink group that is not printed to perform cleaning.