Appendix D. Print Quality Problems
Print Is Too Light
Possible Causes
Actions You Should Take
Print Sample
Economy mode is set on
Make sure economy mode is not set.
See Configuration (Config) Menu on
page 60.
Density is set too low
Make sure that the density is not set
to a value less than 2. Reset it to a
higher value if necessary. See
Configuration (Config) Menu on
page 60.
There is moisture in the
paper
Load fresh, dry paper
The toner cartridge is low
on toner
Replace the toner cartridge with a
new one
The toner cartridge is
damaged
Replace the toner cartridge with a
new one
Toner Spots on the Print
Possible Causes
Actions You Should Take
Print Sample
Paper does not meet
specification
Use recommended paper
The toner cartridge is
damaged
Replace the toner cartridge with a
new one
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