Print Quality And Registration Problems; Print Quality Problem Examples - IBM 5256-1 Maintenance Information Manual

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PRINT QUALITY AND REGISTRATION
PROBLEMS
Print Quality Problem Examples
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Check the platen surface
Check the print head for binds
Check the ribbon for damage
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