If you are using plain paper to print images with high intensity, the paper may absorb too much ink and become
wavy, causing paper abrasion.
• When printing from your computer
Reduce the intensity setting in the printer driver and try printing again.
1. Open the Print dialog.
How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window
2.
Select Color Options in the pop-up menu.
3.
Drag the Intensity slide bar to set the intensity.
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When copying
Setting Items for Copying
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Is printing performed beyond the recommended printing area?
If you are printing beyond the recommended printing area of your printing paper, the lower edge of the paper
may become stained with ink.
Resize your original document in your application software.
Printing Area
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Is the platen glass or the glass of ADF dirty?
Clean the platen glass or the glass of ADF.
Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover
Note
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If the glass of ADF is dirty, black streaks appear on the paper as shown below.
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Is the paper feed roller dirty?
Clean the paper feed roller.
Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller
Note
• Cleaning the paper feed roller will wear the roller, so perform this procedure only when necessary.
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Is the inside of the machine dirty?
When performing duplex printing, the inside of the machine may become stained with ink, causing the printout to
become smudged.
Perform the Bottom Plate Cleaning to clean the inside of the machine.
Cleaning the Inside of the Machine (Bottom Plate Cleaning)
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