Lexmark 8300 Series - Manual (Page 98)

Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts
1 Remove the print cartridges.
2 Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water.
3 Gently hold the cloth against the nozzles for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction
shown.
4 Using another clean section of the cloth, gently hold the cloth against the contacts for about three
seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown.
5 With another clean section of the cloth, repeat step 3 and step 4.
6 Let the nozzles and contacts dry completely.
7 Reinsert the print cartridges.
8 Print the document again.
9 If the print quality does not improve, clean the print nozzles. For more information, see “Cleaning the
print cartridge nozzles” on page 97.
10 Repeat step 9 up to two more times.
11 If print quality is still not satisfactory, replace the print cartridges.
Improving print quality
If you are not satisfied with the print quality of a document, make sure you:
• Use the appropriate paper for the document. For example, use photo paper if you are printing photos
or other high quality images.
• Use a paper that is a heavier weight, bright white, or coated.
• Select a higher print quality.
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