How do I print a nozzle check pattern?

• See below.

  Checking the Nozzles Using the Product Control Panel

  You can check the print head nozzles using the control panel on your product.
  1. Make sure roll paper or cut sheet paper A4-size or larger is loaded in the printer.
  2. Make sure the correct paper type is selected.
  3. Select   maintenance > Print Head Nozzle Check.
  4. Make sure the displayed paper source matches the paper source for the paper you loaded and then select Start. The nozzle check pattern prints.
  5. Check the printed pattern to see if there are gaps in the lines.

     Print head is clean

     
     
     

     Print head needs cleaning

     
     
     
  6. Do one of the following:
     • If there are no gaps, select O to exit.
     • If there are gaps or the pattern is faint, select X to perform head cleaning.
  7. Follow the instructions on the screen to clean the print head, check the nozzles, and repeat the process as necessary. Cleaning takes about 5 to 6 minutes.
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  Cleaning the Print Head Using the Product Control Panel
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