Normal Cleaning Method

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.


    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.

  2. Tap VG3_Panel_Icon_CLEANING.
  3. Tap Normal Cleaning.

    The screen shown below appears.


    VG3_Panel_NormalCleaning
  4. Select the group of print heads to clean.
  5. Tap Execute.
    Cleaning will start. The status is displayed as Normal cleaning in progress. at the top of the operation panel.

    On completion, you will return to the original screen.

  6. Tap AP-640_Panel_arrow_left.
  7. Tap Printing Test.
  8. Select Nozzle Drop-out Test and tap Execute.
    Perform a printing test again to check whether the dot drop-out and dot displacement have been corrected.
    MEMO

    Depending on the color of the media used, it may be difficult to check the white ink test pattern.

    Select Nozzle Drop-out Test (Base: Black) to make the base of the white ink black, making it easier to check the white ink.

    If you are not using white ink, the base will not become black even if you select Nozzle Drop-out Test (Base: Black).
    MEMO

    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.