Step 2: Performing Normal Cleaning

Procedure
  1. Check for the group with dot drop-out or dot displacement by viewing the results of the printing test.
    The space from "A" to "B" is group A. The space from "B" to the right side is group B.

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    MEMO

    If the printing-test results are difficult to interpret

    • Check the results in a bright location, changing your line of vision. They are visible using the reflection of the light.

    • Depending on the media, locations on which optimizer ink is printed may be difficult to check. If it is difficult to see this ink, switch to a different media and perform the printing test again.
  2. Tap Panel_Icon_Menu.
  3. Tap Cleaning - Normal Cleaning.
  4. Select the group of print heads to clean.

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  5. Tap Execute.
    Cleaning will start. The details of the operation in progress and the (approximate) remaining time of that work are displayed in the status bar at the top of the screen.

    On completion, you will return to the original screen.

  6. Tap Panel_Icon_Back.
  7. Perform a printing test again.
  8. Check to make sure the dot drop-out or dot displacement has been corrected.
    If the problem persists, try performing normal cleaning again. If the printer has been used for a long period, dot drop-outs may not be fixed even after performing normal cleaning two or three times. If this is the case, clean using a different method.