Canon MX490 Series Online Manual page 834

• To set by using your computer
Open the printer driver setup window, and in Custom Settings in the Maintenance sheet, select the
Prevent paper abrasion check box, and then click OK.
To open the printer driver setup window, see
If the intensity is set high, reduce the intensity setting and try printing again.
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If you are using plain paper to print images with high intensity, the paper may absorb too much ink and become
wavy, causing paper abrasion.
• When printing from your computer
Reduce the intensity setting in the printer driver and try printing again.
1. Open the printer driver setup window.
How to Open the Printer Driver Setup Window
2. On the Main sheet, select Manual for Color/Intensity, and then click Set....
3. Drag the Intensity slide bar on the Color Adjustment sheet to adjust the intensity.
• When copying
Setting Items for Copying
Is printing performed beyond the recommended printing area?
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If you are printing beyond the recommended printing area of your printing paper, the lower edge of the paper
may become stained with ink.
Resize your original document in your application software.
Printing Area
Is the platen glass or the glass of ADF dirty?
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Clean the platen glass or the glass of ADF.
Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover
Note
• If the glass of ADF is dirty, black streaks appear on the paper as shown below.
Is the paper feed roller dirty?
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Clean the paper feed roller.
Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller
Note
• Cleaning the paper feed roller will wear the roller, so perform this procedure only when necessary.
Is the inside of the machine dirty?
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How to Open the Printer Driver Setup
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