Solving Print Quality Problems
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Operator’s Guide
If you are having print quality problems, locate
your printer problem in the table below and do
the Corrective Action. If more than one
corrective action task is listed, test the printer
after each task. If the problem persists, contact
your authorized service representative.
Problem
Corrective Action
Poor print quality:
dark print
light print
light print on half the page
missing dots or characters
smeared print
wavy vertical lines
1
Adjust the forms thickness lever setting.
(Print quality can be affected if it is too
loose or too tight.)
2
Adjust the paper tension horizontally by
moving the right tractor (print quality can
be affected if the paper is too loose or
too tight).
3
Make sure the ribbon threads around the
ribbon guides and between the hammer
bank cover and ribbon mask, as shown
on the ribbon path diagram. Turn the
ribbon spools to ensure that the ribbon
tracks correctly in the ribbon path.
4
Clean the printer (see page 59).
5
Replace the ribbon (page 32) with an
approved ribbon.
Torn or damaged forms
1
Reset the forms thickness lever for
thicker paper.
2
Adjust the paper tension horizontally by
moving the right tractor (print quality can
be affected if the paper is too loose or
too tight).
3
Check the paper slot for foreign material.
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