Checking the Condition of the Nozzles

Print out a nozzle check pattern to check clogging in the print head and color mismatch.
Prepare the following paper.

For nozzle check pattern:
Paper to check streaks and unevenness with (any of thin paper, plain paper, thick paper, recycled paper, matte photo paper)
Size: any of A3, 11x17, LTR, or A4
Sheets: 5 or more

For adjustment of print head position:
Plain paper (recycled paper can be used)
Size: any of A3, 11x17, LTR, or A4
Sheets: 1

A3 or 11x17 is recommended.

Load the paper "for nozzle check pattern" and "for adjustment of print head position" each separately in paper drawers or the multi-purpose tray.

Make paper settings. Loading Paper

Select <Menu> in the Home screen. Home Screen

Select <Adjustment/Maintenance>

<Maintenance>.

Select <Nozzle Check Pattern>.

Select the paper type.

Check that the size and type of paper displayed on the screen is loaded in the machine, and select <OK>.

Select <Start>.

A nozzle check pattern is printed out.

Check for color unevenness.

Check the printed nozzle check pattern, and select <A> or <B>.

If you selected <A>

Select <Close>.

If you selected <B>

Print head nozzles may be clogged. Perform print head cleaning.

1	Check content displayed on the screen, and select <Yes>. Select <No> to not perform print head cleaning. Print head cleaning can be performed later.
2	Perform print head cleaning. Cleaning the Print Head

Check color mismatch.

Check the printed nozzle check pattern, and select <A> or <B>.

If you selected <A>

Select <Close>.

If you selected <B>

Align the print head and correct color mismatch.

1	Check content displayed on the screen, and select <Yes>. Select <No> to not perform color mismatch correction. Color mismatch correction can be performed later.
2	Correct color mismatch. Aligning the Print Head