What should I do if my printout has lines running through it?

• If you notice white or dark lines in your prints (also called banding), try these solutions before you reprint:
  • Run a nozzle check to see if any of the print head nozzles are clogged. Then clean the print head, if necessary.
  • Make sure the paper type setting matches the type of paper you loaded.
  • Make sure you loaded the printable side of the paper correctly for your product.
  • Turn off any high speed settings in your product software.
  • Align the print head.
  • Make sure you set the transportation lock to the unlocked (printing) position: .
  • Make sure the transportation caps are not installed.
  • You may need to refill the ink. Visually check the ink levels.
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  Print Head Cleaning
  Print Head Alignment
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  Selecting Printing Preferences - OS X
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