Samsung ML-4500 User Manual page 77

Solving Print Quality Problems
Problem
Background scatter
Misformed characters
Page skew
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ROBLEM OLVING
Background scatter results from bits of toner distributed on
the printed page.
• The paper may be too damp. Try printing with a different
batch of paper. Do not open packages of paper until
necessary so that the paper does not absorb too much
moisture from the air.
• If background scatter occurs on an envelope, change your
printing layout to avoid printing over areas that have
overlapping seams on the reverse side. Printing on seams
can cause this problem.
• If background scatter covers the entire surface of a printed
page, adjust the print resolution through your software
application or the printer properties.
• If characters are improperly formed, producing hollow
images, the paper stock may be too slick. Try a different
paper. See "Paper Specifications" on page A.2.
• If characters are improperly formed, producing a wavy
effect, the scanner unit may need service. Verify that it
also occurs on a demo page by pressing the Demo button
on the control panel when printer is ready. If you need
service, contact a service representative.
• Check the paper type and quality. See "Paper
Specifications" on page A.2.
• Make sure that the paper or other media is loaded
correctly and the guides are not too tight or too loose
against the paper stack.
Solution