Aligning The Print Head; Using The Print Head Alignment Utility - Epson B-308 User Manual

4. When the P Power light stops flashing, print a nozzle check pattern to confirm that the head is
clean.
& See "Checking the Print Head Nozzles" on page 105.
Note:
❏ If print quality has not improved after repeating this procedure, turn off the printer and wait for at least
six hours. Then run the nozzle check again and repeat the head cleaning if necessary.
❏ If print quality remains a problem, contact Epson.
& See "Where To Get Help" on page 147.
❏ To maintain print quality, we recommend printing a few pages on a regular basis.

Aligning the Print Head

If you notice a misalignment of vertical lines or horizontal banding, you may be able to solve this
problem by using the Print Head Alignment utility in your printer driver or from the printer by
using the buttons.
Refer to the appropriate section below.
Note:
Do not press the + Cancel button (B-508DN) or the ) Paper/Cancel button (B-308) to cancel printing
while printing a test pattern with the Print Head Alignment utility.

Using the Print Head Alignment utility

Follow the steps below to align the print head using the Print Head Alignment utility.
1. Make sure that no lights are indicating errors.
2. Make sure letter/A4 size plain paper is loaded in the front paper cassette.
3. Right-click the printer icon on the taskbar, then select Print Head Alignment.
If the printer icon does not appear, refer to the following section to add the icon.
& See "From the shortcut icon on the taskbar" on page 14.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to align the print head.
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