Epson Expression Home XP-342 - Manual (Page 101)

Note:
The test pattern may vary by model.
7. Select Head Cleaning using the u or d button, and then press the OK button.
8. Follow the on-screen instructions to clean the print head.
9. When cleaning is finished, select Nozzle Check using the u or d button, and then follow the on-screen
instructions to print the nozzle check pattern again. Repeat cleaning and printing the pattern until all lines are
printed completely.
Related Information
& “Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed” on page 36
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head - Windows
1. Load A4-size plain paper in the printer.
2. Access the printer driver window.
3. Click Nozzle Check on the Maintenance tab.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Related Information
& “Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed” on page 36
& “Windows Printer Driver” on page 113
Checking and Cleaning the Print Head - Mac OS X
1. Load A4-size plain paper in the printer.
2. Select System Preferences from the menu > Printers & Scanners (or Print & Scan, Print & Fax), and
then select the printer.
3. Click Options & Supplies > Utility > Open Printer Utility.
4. Click Nozzle Check.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions.
Related Information
& “Loading Paper in the Rear Paper Feed” on page 36
Aligning the Print Head
If you notice a misalignment of vertical lines or blurred images, align the print head.
User's Guide
Maintaining the Printer
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