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... Maintaining the printer 31 Changing print cartridges...31 Removing a used print cartridge...31 Installing print cartridges...32 Achieving better print quality...33 Improving print quality ...33 Aligning the print cartridges ...33 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles ...34 Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts 34 Preserving the print cartridges...35 Ordering supplies...35 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges 36 Refilling...
... Maintaining the printer 31 Changing print cartridges...31 Removing a used print cartridge...31 Installing print cartridges...32 Achieving better print quality...33 Improving print quality ...33 Aligning the print cartridges ...33 Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles ...34 Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts 34 Preserving the print cartridges...35 Ordering supplies...35 Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges 36 Refilling...
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Blinking power light troubleshooting 46 Power light blinks slowly...46 Power light blinks rapidly ...46 Error messages troubleshooting...46 Cartridge Alert ...46 Black cartridge replacement required 46 Color cartridge replacement required 46 Black and Color cartridge replacement required 47 Paper Jam ...47 Out of Paper...47 Removing and reinstalling the software 47 Notices...48 Edition notice...48 Power consumption...49 Index...51 5
Blinking power light troubleshooting 46 Power light blinks slowly...46 Power light blinks rapidly ...46 Error messages troubleshooting...46 Cartridge Alert ...46 Black cartridge replacement required 46 Color cartridge replacement required 46 Black and Color cartridge replacement required 47 Paper Jam ...47 Out of Paper...47 Removing and reinstalling the software 47 Notices...48 Edition notice...48 Power consumption...49 Index...51 5
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... came with the product. For more information, see "Installing print cartridges" on page 32. 4 Black print cartridge Cartridge to be installed in the left cartridge carrier. Setting up the printer To set up printer hardware and software, and information on setup troubleshooting. Checking the box...attached to the back of the printer. 2 Installation software CD • Installation software for the printer • Help • User's Guide in electronic format (printed User's Guide only available in certain geographies) 3 Color print cartridge Cartridge to be included. 11 Note:...
... came with the product. For more information, see "Installing print cartridges" on page 32. 4 Black print cartridge Cartridge to be installed in the left cartridge carrier. Setting up the printer To set up printer hardware and software, and information on setup troubleshooting. Checking the box...attached to the back of the printer. 2 Installation software CD • Installation software for the printer • Help • User's Guide in electronic format (printed User's Guide only available in certain geographies) 3 Color print cartridge Cartridge to be included. 11 Note:...
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Press in the middle of the printer 6 5 4 1 2 3 Use the To 1 • Turn the printer on page 46. 2 Access cover • Install or change the print cartridges. • Clear paper jams. 3 Paper exit tray Stack paper as it exits. 4 Paper feed guard Prevent items from falling into ...the paper slot. 5 Paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding. 6 Paper support Load paper. 12 Learning about the printer Understanding the parts ...
Press in the middle of the printer 6 5 4 1 2 3 Use the To 1 • Turn the printer on page 46. 2 Access cover • Install or change the print cartridges. • Clear paper jams. 3 Paper exit tray Stack paper as it exits. 4 Paper feed guard Prevent items from falling into ...the paper slot. 5 Paper guide Keep paper straight when feeding. 6 Paper support Load paper. 12 Learning about the printer Understanding the parts ...
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...cartridge-ordering information. Using the Imaging Studio To open the Imaging Studio, use the printer with Windows operating systems. If you are using a Macintosh operating system, see the Mac Help: 1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark 1300 Series folder. 2 Double-click the printer Help icon. Using the printer... digital camera to use one of an active Web page. Photo Packages Print multiple photos in various sizes. 14 Create printer-friendly versions of these methods: Method 1 Method 2 From the desktop, double-click the Imaging Studio icon. 1 Click Start ...
...cartridge-ordering information. Using the Imaging Studio To open the Imaging Studio, use the printer with Windows operating systems. If you are using a Macintosh operating system, see the Mac Help: 1 From the Finder desktop, double-click the Lexmark 1300 Series folder. 2 Double-click the printer Help icon. Using the printer... digital camera to use one of an active Web page. Photo Packages Print multiple photos in various sizes. 14 Create printer-friendly versions of these methods: Method 1 Method 2 From the desktop, double-click the Imaging Studio icon. 1 Click Start ...
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... methods: Method 1 Method 2 1 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 2 Click Setup and diagnose printer. Print. - For example, while printing, the status of the printer is Busy Printing. • View ink levels and order new print cartridges. • Learn how to change printer settings and troubleshooting. Click To access Slideshow Poster Details...
... methods: Method 1 Method 2 1 From the desktop, double-click the Lexmark Imaging Studio icon. 2 Click Setup and diagnose printer. Print. - For example, while printing, the status of the printer is Busy Printing. • View ink levels and order new print cartridges. • Learn how to change printer settings and troubleshooting. Click To access Slideshow Poster Details...
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... or on the World Wide Web. Using Print Properties Opening Print Properties Print Properties is the software that controls the printing function when the printer is connected to create. You can open Print Properties from almost any program: 1 With a document open, click File ...From here Troubleshooting Maintenance Contact Information You can • Learn tips about the current status. • Solve printer problems. • Install a new print cartridge. • View shopping options for new cartridges. • Print a test page. • Clean to fix horizontal streaks. • Align to ...
... or on the World Wide Web. Using Print Properties Opening Print Properties Print Properties is the software that controls the printing function when the printer is connected to create. You can open Print Properties from almost any program: 1 With a document open, click File ...From here Troubleshooting Maintenance Contact Information You can • Learn tips about the current status. • Solve printer problems. • Install a new print cartridge. • View shopping options for new cartridges. • Print a test page. • Clean to fix horizontal streaks. • Align to ...
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The print cartridge carrier moves and stops at the loading position, unless the printer is not empty and you removed is busy. 3 Press down on page 37. If the cartridge you want to use it later, see "Recycling Lexmark products" on the cartridge carrier lever to raise the cartridge carrier lid. 4 Remove the used print cartridge. Maintaining the printer Changing print cartridges Removing a used print cartridge 1 Make sure the printer is on page 35. 31 To recycle the used cartridge, see "Preserving the print cartridges" on . 2 Lift the access cover.
The print cartridge carrier moves and stops at the loading position, unless the printer is not empty and you removed is busy. 3 Press down on page 37. If the cartridge you want to use it later, see "Recycling Lexmark products" on the cartridge carrier lever to raise the cartridge carrier lid. 4 Remove the used print cartridge. Maintaining the printer Changing print cartridges Removing a used print cartridge 1 Make sure the printer is on page 35. 31 To recycle the used cartridge, see "Preserving the print cartridges" on . 2 Lift the access cover.
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Insert the color cartridge in the left carrier. Installing print cartridges 1 If you are installing new print cartridges, remove the sticker and tape from the back and bottom of the cartridges. 1 2 Warning: Do not touch the gold contact area on the back or the metal nozzles on the bottom of the cartridges. 2 Press down on the cartridge carrier levers to raise the cartridge carrier lids. 3 Insert the black cartridge or the photo cartridge in the right carrier. 4 Snap the lids closed. 32
Insert the color cartridge in the left carrier. Installing print cartridges 1 If you are installing new print cartridges, remove the sticker and tape from the back and bottom of the cartridges. 1 2 Warning: Do not touch the gold contact area on the back or the metal nozzles on the bottom of the cartridges. 2 Press down on the cartridge carrier levers to raise the cartridge carrier lids. 3 Insert the black cartridge or the photo cartridge in the right carrier. 4 Snap the lids closed. 32
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... quality has not improved, continue to step 4. 4 Wipe the print nozzles and contacts. For more information, see "Aligning the print cartridges" on page 33. For best results, remove each printed sheet individually from the paper exit tray, and allow the prints to dry at... more information, see "Removing a used print cartridge" on page 31 and "Installing print cartridges" on page 34. Use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper if you want, follow these steps: 1 Align the print cartridges. For more information, see "Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles" on page 35. If the document still...
... quality has not improved, continue to step 4. 4 Wipe the print nozzles and contacts. For more information, see "Aligning the print cartridges" on page 33. For best results, remove each printed sheet individually from the paper exit tray, and allow the prints to dry at... more information, see "Removing a used print cartridge" on page 31 and "Installing print cartridges" on page 34. Use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper if you want, follow these steps: 1 Align the print cartridges. For more information, see "Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles" on page 35. If the document still...
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... the number under the darkest arrow for about three seconds, and then wipe in the Align Cartridges dialog box to two more times. A page prints, forcing ink through the print cartridge nozzles to clean them. 5 Print the document again to verify that matches the darkest arrow on...click Clean to improve print quality, print your document again. Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts 1 Remove the print cartridge. 2 Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water. 3 Gently hold the cloth against the print cartridge nozzles for each alignment group. 7 Click OK. If print quality has ...
... the number under the darkest arrow for about three seconds, and then wipe in the Align Cartridges dialog box to two more times. A page prints, forcing ink through the print cartridge nozzles to clean them. 5 Print the document again to verify that matches the darkest arrow on...click Clean to improve print quality, print your document again. Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts 1 Remove the print cartridge. 2 Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water. 3 Gently hold the cloth against the print cartridge nozzles for each alignment group. 7 Click OK. If print quality has ...
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... not improve, clean the print nozzles. Preserving the print cartridges • Keep new cartridges in their packaging until you , visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com. Notes: • For best results, use only Lexmark print cartridges. • For best results when printing photos or other...Lexmark Premium Photo Paper. 35 The cartridges do not print correctly if left exposed for about three seconds, and then wipe in an airtight container. Ordering supplies To order supplies or to locate a dealer near you are ready to install them. • Do not remove a cartridge from the printer...
... not improve, clean the print nozzles. Preserving the print cartridges • Keep new cartridges in their packaging until you , visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com. Notes: • For best results, use only Lexmark print cartridges. • For best results when printing photos or other...Lexmark Premium Photo Paper. 35 The cartridges do not print correctly if left exposed for about three seconds, and then wipe in an airtight container. Ordering supplies To order supplies or to locate a dealer near you are ready to install them. • Do not remove a cartridge from the printer...
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... in . • 10 x 15 cm For information on the message. 2 Click Report a non-Lexmark print cartridge. Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges Lexmark printers, print cartridges, and photo paper are designed to perform together for the indicated cartridge(s): • Replace your country or region, go to www.lexmark.com. Paper size • Letter • A4 • 4 x 6 in. • 10 x 15...
... in . • 10 x 15 cm For information on the message. 2 Click Report a non-Lexmark print cartridge. Using genuine Lexmark print cartridges Lexmark printers, print cartridges, and photo paper are designed to perform together for the indicated cartridge(s): • Replace your country or region, go to www.lexmark.com. Paper size • Letter • A4 • 4 x 6 in. • 10 x 15...
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Lexmark does not recommend use Lexmark supplies. Refilling a print cartridge The warranty does not cover repair of a refilled cartridge. Refilling a cartridge can affect print quality and may cause damage to Lexmark for recycling: 1 Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com/recycle. 2 Follow the instructions on the computer screen. 37 Recycling Lexmark products To return Lexmark products to the printer. For best results, use of failures or damage caused by a refilled cartridge.
Lexmark does not recommend use Lexmark supplies. Refilling a print cartridge The warranty does not cover repair of a refilled cartridge. Refilling a cartridge can affect print quality and may cause damage to Lexmark for recycling: 1 Visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com/recycle. 2 Follow the instructions on the computer screen. 37 Recycling Lexmark products To return Lexmark products to the printer. For best results, use of failures or damage caused by a refilled cartridge.
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... at www.lexmark.com to check for the latest software. 2 In all open software applications. 2 Disable any anti-virus programs. 3 Double-click the My Computer icon. Solution 3 Check the ink levels, and install a new print cartridge if necessary. 39 Solution 4 1 Press to turn the printer off. 2... Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. 3 Gently remove the power supply from the printer. 4 Reconnect the power supply to the printer. 5 Plug the power cord into the wall outlet...
... at www.lexmark.com to check for the latest software. 2 In all open software applications. 2 Disable any anti-virus programs. 3 Double-click the My Computer icon. Solution 3 Check the ink levels, and install a new print cartridge if necessary. 39 Solution 4 1 Press to turn the printer off. 2... Disconnect the power cord from the wall outlet. 3 Gently remove the power supply from the printer. 4 Reconnect the power supply to the printer. 5 Plug the power cord into the wall outlet...
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... and reinstalling the software" on the bottom of the cartridges. 3 Reinsert the print cartridges. e Select your printer model. b Click the links for the latest software. d Select your operating system. Solution 4 1 Remove the print cartridges. 2 Make sure the sticker and tape have been completely...cartridges. 1 2 Warning: Do not touch the gold contact area on the back or the metal nozzles on page 47. 2 If the software still does not install correctly, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com to Set As Default. c Select your country or region. Solution 5 Make sure the printer...
... and reinstalling the software" on the bottom of the cartridges. 3 Reinsert the print cartridges. e Select your printer model. b Click the links for the latest software. d Select your operating system. Solution 4 1 Remove the print cartridges. 2 Make sure the sticker and tape have been completely...cartridges. 1 2 Warning: Do not touch the gold contact area on the back or the metal nozzles on page 47. 2 If the software still does not install correctly, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com to Set As Default. c Select your country or region. Solution 5 Make sure the printer...
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... document. Solution 4 Remove as many unused fonts as possible from the paper exit tray, and allow the prints to step 3. 3 Remove and reinsert the print cartridges. Print troubleshooting Improving print quality If you are printing photos or other high-quality images. Note: To prevent smudging or scratching, avoid touching the printed... least 24 hours before stacking, displaying, or storing. • Use a paper that is a heavier weight, bright white, or coated. • Select a higher print quality. Use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper if you want, follow these steps: 1 Align the print...
... document. Solution 4 Remove as many unused fonts as possible from the paper exit tray, and allow the prints to step 3. 3 Remove and reinsert the print cartridges. Print troubleshooting Improving print quality If you are printing photos or other high-quality images. Note: To prevent smudging or scratching, avoid touching the printed... least 24 hours before stacking, displaying, or storing. • Use a paper that is a heavier weight, bright white, or coated. • Select a higher print quality. Use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper if you want, follow these steps: 1 Align the print...
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...does not install correctly, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com to check for drivers and downloads. 43 Use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper if you are printing photos or other... to dry: • Documents with color variations. For more information, see "Removing and reinstalling the software" on page 33. Solution 6 1 Uninstall the printer software, and then reinstall it to ...and graphic quality include: • Blank pages • Dark print • Faded print • Incorrect colors • Light and dark bands in print • Skewed lines • Smudges • Streaks •...
...does not install correctly, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com to check for drivers and downloads. 43 Use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper if you are printing photos or other... to dry: • Documents with color variations. For more information, see "Removing and reinstalling the software" on page 33. Solution 6 1 Uninstall the printer software, and then reinstall it to ...and graphic quality include: • Blank pages • Dark print • Faded print • Incorrect colors • Light and dark bands in print • Skewed lines • Smudges • Streaks •...
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... amount of ink remains in the black print cartridge. Blinking power light troubleshooting Power light blinks slowly The printer is out of paper in the middle of the print cartridges needs to replace the black print cartridge in this guide. For more paper. Color cartridge replacement required A new color print cartridge needs to be replaced soon. If available...
... amount of ink remains in the black print cartridge. Blinking power light troubleshooting Power light blinks slowly The printer is out of paper in the middle of the print cartridges needs to replace the black print cartridge in this guide. For more paper. Color cartridge replacement required A new color print cartridge needs to be replaced soon. If available...
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... installed. You can also see "Removing a used print cartridge" on page 31 and "Installing print cartridges" on the computer screen to reinstall the software. Black and Color cartridge replacement required New print cartridges need to remove and reinstall the printer software. 1 Click Start Programs or All Programs Lexmark 1300 Series. 2 Select Uninstall. 3 Follow the instructions...
... installed. You can also see "Removing a used print cartridge" on page 31 and "Installing print cartridges" on the computer screen to reinstall the software. Black and Color cartridge replacement required New print cartridges need to remove and reinstall the printer software. 1 Click Start Programs or All Programs Lexmark 1300 Series. 2 Select Uninstall. 3 Follow the instructions...