Cleaning The Print Head - Canon BJC-S530D Quick Start Manual

6.
Check the nozzle check pattern. If the lines in the
first pattern are broken, the print head must be
cleaned. See "Cleaning the Print Head" for
instructions.
If the vertical lines in the second pattern stand
out, the print head position must be adjusted.
See "Aligning the Print Head" on page 43 for
instructions.

Cleaning the Print Head

If your printed output appears faded, streaked or scratchy, the print head may
need to be cleaned. See the S530D User's Guide on the Setup Software & User's
Guide CD-ROM for additional corrective actions.
To clean the print head in Windows:
1.
Make sure the printer is turned on.
2.
Click Start, then:
•
Windows XP: Select Control Panel, then Printers and Other Hardware, then
Printers and Faxes.
•
Other Windows versions: Select Settings, then Printers.
Print head cleaning consumes ink. Avoid unnecessary cleaning.
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