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Check the belt for visible damage such as fraying and pieces coming off it.
Check the trailing cable (cable that moves during printer operation) for visible dam-
age.
Check whether the idler assembly (located at the left end of the belt) moves freely.
Check whether it is cracked or broken.
Ink cartridges do not fire properly
Be sure that cartridges and the service station are cleaned periodically to maintain
good print quality. (See the Maintenance Guide.)
Cartridges may wear out after extended use. Try replacing the cartridge.
Store cartridges in a sealed container at room temperature when not in use for ex-
tended periods of time.
Make sure the protective tape is removed from the cartridges.
Remove the cartridge and reinstall it, or clean the electrical contact on the cartridge
and carrier. Be sure it is clean and dry. Be sure the cartridge is seated properly.
Various nozzles are clogged or stop firing
Remove, clean, and reinstall cartridge. Do not use alcohol on the jet area.
Clean service station; clean cartridge again.
Clean cartridge electrical contacts using a cotton swab moistened with water. Dry
contact. Do not use acetone or any other harsh cleaner as this may cause damage to
the flex cable.
Nozzle may have failed. Replace cartridge.
Check to see whether spray from printing has contaminated the flex contact. Remove
the cartridge and wipe the carriage flex and cartridge flex with a cotton swab moist-
ened with water.
Ink spills on the flex cable
Flex cable refers to the copper contacts on the carriage where the cartridge seats.
Clean the flex cable gently with a cotton swab moistened with water. Do not use
acetone or any other harsh cleaner as this may cause damage to the flex cable.
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