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January 2003 www.lexmark.com Z600 Series Color Jetprinter™ User's Guide for Windows • Setup troubleshooting A checklist to find solutions to common setup problems. • Printer overview Learn about the printer parts and the printer software. • Printing ideas How to print several projects on various types of paper. • Maintenance Caring for your cartridges and ordering supplies. • General troubleshooting Error messages, print quality problems, paper jams, and much more.
January 2003 www.lexmark.com Z600 Series Color Jetprinter™ User's Guide for Windows • Setup troubleshooting A checklist to find solutions to common setup problems. • Printer overview Learn about the printer parts and the printer software. • Printing ideas How to print several projects on various types of paper. • Maintenance Caring for your cartridges and ordering supplies. • General troubleshooting Error messages, print quality problems, paper jams, and much more.
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... Printing transparencies 34 Printing your document in reverse order 36 Printing a banner 38 Printing on custom size paper 40 Chapter 3: Maintenance 42 Replacing the print cartridges 42 Aligning the print cartridges 45 Improving print quality 46 Preserving the print...
... Printing transparencies 34 Printing your document in reverse order 36 Printing a banner 38 Printing on custom size paper 40 Chapter 3: Maintenance 42 Replacing the print cartridges 42 Aligning the print cartridges 45 Improving print quality 46 Preserving the print...
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...software works with superior results. To print a typical document on page 53. • Install or change your operating system to change print cartridges. • Clear paper jams. Stack paper after printing. When you want to the computer. Use this: Power/Resume button Front cover ...8226; Turn the printer on page 57. • Check the printer status. This software has two parts: the Printer driver and the Lexmark Solution Center. Make sure paper feeds correctly into the printer. The following table describes each part. For more information, see "Understanding error messages...
...software works with superior results. To print a typical document on page 53. • Install or change your operating system to change print cartridges. • Clear paper jams. Stack paper after printing. When you want to the computer. Use this: Power/Resume button Front cover ...8226; Turn the printer on page 57. • Check the printer status. This software has two parts: the Printer driver and the Lexmark Solution Center. Make sure paper feeds correctly into the printer. The following table describes each part. For more information, see "Understanding error messages...
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...all the pages of the second copy, and so on. • Print Last Page First if you want to print the pages in your color cartridge. Print Color Images in Black and White to save the ink in reverse order. • The number of copies you want to print more ...information about the printer settings for your document 1 With your settings. Note: This option is not available if a black cartridge is not installed. Quality/Copies tab From: Quality/Speed Multiple Copies Select: • Quick Print when you want to print documents quickly, but with reduced...
...all the pages of the second copy, and so on. • Print Last Page First if you want to print the pages in your color cartridge. Print Color Images in Black and White to save the ink in reverse order. • The number of copies you want to print more ...information about the printer settings for your document 1 With your settings. Note: This option is not available if a black cartridge is not installed. Quality/Copies tab From: Quality/Speed Multiple Copies Select: • Quick Print when you want to print documents quickly, but with reduced...
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... printer status. • View common troubleshooting topics. • Install a print cartridge. • View information about how to purchase new cartridges. • Clean the print cartridge nozzles. • Align the cartridges. • Solve other problems. Note: Do not access this tab while a... job is in progress. • View information about ordering supplies. • Receive contact information for Lexmark Customer Support....
... printer status. • View common troubleshooting topics. • Install a print cartridge. • View information about how to purchase new cartridges. • Clean the print cartridge nozzles. • Align the cartridges. • Solve other problems. Note: Do not access this tab while a... job is in progress. • View information about ordering supplies. • Receive contact information for Lexmark Customer Support....
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... Print Properties dialog box, select the Paper Setup tab. Make sure landscape orientation is facing you want to override the settings in your color print cartridge. Printing color images in black and white You can load up to 100 sheets of the paper support. • Make sure the print side is...
... Print Properties dialog box, select the Paper Setup tab. Make sure landscape orientation is facing you want to override the settings in your color print cartridge. Printing color images in black and white You can load up to 100 sheets of the paper support. • Make sure the print side is...
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3 Maintenance Replacing the print cartridges The Lexmark Z600 Series uses the following cartridges: Item: Color cartridge Black cartridge Part number: 26 or 27 16 or 17 Note: You can use the printer with just a color cartridge or just a black cartridge. The cartridge carrier moves to the loading position, unless the printer is on. 2 Raise the front cover. Removing the used cartridges 1 Make sure the power light is busy. Maintenance 42 For information about ordering supplies, see page 48.
3 Maintenance Replacing the print cartridges The Lexmark Z600 Series uses the following cartridges: Item: Color cartridge Black cartridge Part number: 26 or 27 16 or 17 Note: You can use the printer with just a color cartridge or just a black cartridge. The cartridge carrier moves to the loading position, unless the printer is on. 2 Raise the front cover. Removing the used cartridges 1 Make sure the power light is busy. Maintenance 42 For information about ordering supplies, see page 48.
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3 Squeeze the tabs on the back and bottom of the cartridges. Installing the cartridges 1 If you are installing new cartridges, remove the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom of them in an airtight container or dispose of the cartridges. Store them properly. Replacing the print cartridges 43 Warning: Do not touch or remove the gold contact areas on the cartridge lids, then lift the lids. 4 Remove the used cartridges.
3 Squeeze the tabs on the back and bottom of the cartridges. Installing the cartridges 1 If you are installing new cartridges, remove the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom of them in an airtight container or dispose of the cartridges. Store them properly. Replacing the print cartridges 43 Warning: Do not touch or remove the gold contact areas on the cartridge lids, then lift the lids. 4 Remove the used cartridges.
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Note: The front cover must be closed . 4 Close the front cover. Insert the black cartridge in the left carrier. Note: To extend the life of your color cartridge and improve printing speed, install a black cartridge along with the color cartridge. 3 Snap the lids closed to start a print job. Replacing the print cartridges 44 2 Insert the color cartridge in the right carrier.
Note: The front cover must be closed . 4 Close the front cover. Insert the black cartridge in the left carrier. Note: To extend the life of your color cartridge and improve printing speed, install a black cartridge along with the color cartridge. 3 Snap the lids closed to start a print job. Replacing the print cartridges 44 2 Insert the color cartridge in the right carrier.
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... does not print, make sure you only align print cartridges after installing or replacing a cartridge. To align the cartridges: 1 Load plain paper. 2 Open the Lexmark Solution Center. For help , see "Installing the cartridges" on page 8. 2 From the Maintenance tab, click Install a new print cartridge. 3 Select the type of cartridge you may be incorrect. 4 Click OK or Next...
... does not print, make sure you only align print cartridges after installing or replacing a cartridge. To align the cartridges: 1 Load plain paper. 2 Open the Lexmark Solution Center. For help , see "Installing the cartridges" on page 8. 2 From the Maintenance tab, click Install a new print cartridge. 3 Select the type of cartridge you may be incorrect. 4 Click OK or Next...
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... has not improved, continue with water. d From the Maintenance tab, click Clean to clean the clogged nozzles. For help , see "Removing the used cartridges" on page 42. b Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with step 2. 2 Clean the print nozzles: a Load paper. For help , see ..., select Better or Best. If your document, make sure you: • Use the appropriate paper for the document. b Insert the print cartridges. b Open the Lexmark Solution Center. f Print your document again to verify that is a heavier weight, bright white, or coated. • Select a higher print...
... has not improved, continue with water. d From the Maintenance tab, click Clean to clean the clogged nozzles. For help , see "Removing the used cartridges" on page 42. b Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with step 2. 2 Clean the print nozzles: a Load paper. For help , see ..., select Better or Best. If your document, make sure you: • Use the appropriate paper for the document. b Insert the print cartridges. b Open the Lexmark Solution Center. f Print your document again to verify that is a heavier weight, bright white, or coated. • Select a higher print...
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...If print quality is still not satisfactory, replace the print cartridges. For best results, use of the cloth, gently hold the cloth against the contacts for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown. Lexmark's printer warranty does not cover repair of the cloth, ...if left exposed for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown. The print cartridges do not recommend use Lexmark supplies. Contacts e With another clean section of refilled cartridges. For information, see "Ordering supplies" on page 48. Nozzles d Using another clean section...
...If print quality is still not satisfactory, replace the print cartridges. For best results, use of the cloth, gently hold the cloth against the contacts for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown. Lexmark's printer warranty does not cover repair of the cloth, ...if left exposed for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown. The print cartridges do not recommend use Lexmark supplies. Contacts e With another clean section of refilled cartridges. For information, see "Ordering supplies" on page 48. Nozzles d Using another clean section...
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Item: Black cartridge Color cartridge USB cable Part number: 16 or 17 26 or 27 12A2405 Ordering supplies 48 Ordering supplies To order supplies or locate a dealer near you, contact the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.
Item: Black cartridge Color cartridge USB cable Part number: 16 or 17 26 or 27 12A2405 Ordering supplies 48 Ordering supplies To order supplies or locate a dealer near you, contact the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.
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... on page 53. From your desktop, click Start Programs or All Programs. If Lexmark Z600 Series does not appear in your printer and computer on page 43. Are both your list of both print cartridges? Is the paper loaded correctly? Did you install the printer software correctly? Are ... your USB cable securely attached to your printer and to your printer and a properly grounded electrical outlet? For help , see "Installing the cartridges" on ? Make sure you remove the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom of programs, install the printer software. Setup troubleshooting...
... on page 53. From your desktop, click Start Programs or All Programs. If Lexmark Z600 Series does not appear in your printer and computer on page 43. Are both your list of both print cartridges? Is the paper loaded correctly? Did you install the printer software correctly? Are ... your USB cable securely attached to your printer and to your printer and a properly grounded electrical outlet? For help , see "Installing the cartridges" on ? Make sure you remove the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom of programs, install the printer software. Setup troubleshooting...
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... page: 53 54 56 58 60 Understanding error messages and flashing lights Use this message appears you by contacting the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. When this section to get more information about ordering supplies. • Order a new cartridge or locate a dealer near you can: • Click OK. • Click the ?
... page: 53 54 56 58 60 Understanding error messages and flashing lights Use this message appears you by contacting the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com. When this section to get more information about ordering supplies. • Order a new cartridge or locate a dealer near you can: • Click OK. • Click the ?
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...them. • Decrease the print quality setting to Normal or Quick Print. Printer ejects a blank page after appearing to print. Clean the print cartridge nozzles and contacts. Documents that contain background images may also take longer to print. • Check the printer to print than regular text. Alignment... The edges of your paper are large or that are not curled. • A piece of paper from the back and bottom of the print cartridges. For help , see if another document is not jammed in better quality documents, but may take longer to print Make sure: • You ...
...them. • Decrease the print quality setting to Normal or Quick Print. Printer ejects a blank page after appearing to print. Clean the print cartridge nozzles and contacts. Documents that contain background images may also take longer to print. • Check the printer to print than regular text. Alignment... The edges of your paper are large or that are not curled. • A piece of paper from the back and bottom of the print cartridges. For help , see if another document is not jammed in better quality documents, but may take longer to print Make sure: • You ...
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..." on page 6. Print is too dark or smudged • Make sure the paper is appropriate for the paper type. • Clean the print cartridge nozzles and contacts. For help , see "Understanding the printer software" on page 46. For help , see "Improving print quality" on page 6. ...sure the print quality setting is straight and not wrinkled. • Let the ink dry completely before stacking. • Clean the print cartridge nozzles and contacts. Printed pages have alternating bands of vertical straight lines in the printer. Remove each page as it exits the printer and...
..." on page 6. Print is too dark or smudged • Make sure the paper is appropriate for the paper type. • Clean the print cartridge nozzles and contacts. For help , see "Understanding the printer software" on page 46. For help , see "Improving print quality" on page 6. ...sure the print quality setting is straight and not wrinkled. • Let the ink dry completely before stacking. • Clean the print cartridge nozzles and contacts. Printed pages have alternating bands of vertical straight lines in the printer. Remove each page as it exits the printer and...
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... print on the extreme edges of the paper. b Double-click your document open, click File Print. For help, see "Aligning the print cartridges" on ink. The Print dialog box appears. 2 From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options. 3 Click Options Quality Options... Color as the document color: 1 With your printer icon. c Select the document you want to cancel. • Align the print cartridges. For help , see "Lexmark Solution Center" on page 46. Your margins must fall within these settings: Margin: Left and right Top Bottom Minimum setting: • ...
... print on the extreme edges of the paper. b Double-click your document open, click File Print. For help, see "Aligning the print cartridges" on ink. The Print dialog box appears. 2 From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options. 3 Click Options Quality Options... Color as the document color: 1 With your printer icon. c Select the document you want to cancel. • Align the print cartridges. For help , see "Lexmark Solution Center" on page 46. Your margins must fall within these settings: Margin: Left and right Top Bottom Minimum setting: • ...
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... a photo paper or transparency designed for inkjet printers. • Select a higher print quality. • Select photo paper as Better or Best. • Clean the print cartridge nozzles and contacts. For help , see "Improving print quality" on page 46. For help solve problems with print side facing you ) and selected the appropriate... "Printing transparencies" on page 34 or "Printing photos" on page 59. Solving specialty media problems 60 If the colors still seem faded, clean the print cartridge nozzles and contacts.
... a photo paper or transparency designed for inkjet printers. • Select a higher print quality. • Select photo paper as Better or Best. • Clean the print cartridge nozzles and contacts. For help , see "Improving print quality" on page 46. For help solve problems with print side facing you ) and selected the appropriate... "Printing transparencies" on page 34 or "Printing photos" on page 59. Solving specialty media problems 60 If the colors still seem faded, clean the print cartridge nozzles and contacts.
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...software. glossy paper. A feature that automatically feeds paper into your printer during cartridge alignment. continuous form paper. A nonstandard paper size. automatic alignment. A mechanism that automatically aligns the print cartridges. Also called continuous form paper. bundle. A group of paper. collate. default... coated paper. Numbers corresponding to patterns on . A printer software option that touches the carrier contacts inside your print cartridge that lets you send jobs to resemble a small book. The gold area on both sides of a sheet of ...
...software. glossy paper. A feature that automatically feeds paper into your printer during cartridge alignment. continuous form paper. A nonstandard paper size. automatic alignment. A mechanism that automatically aligns the print cartridges. Also called continuous form paper. bundle. A group of paper. collate. default... coated paper. Numbers corresponding to patterns on . A printer software option that touches the carrier contacts inside your print cartridge that lets you send jobs to resemble a small book. The gold area on both sides of a sheet of ...