Print Quality Problems - Canon LASER SHOT LBP3210 User Manual

Print Quality Problems

If any problem occurs while you are using the printer, take the following measures
according to the symptoms.
IMPORTANT
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If any error message appears in the Printer Status Window, take measures according to
the message.
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For details on removing paper jams, see "Paper Jams," on p. 6-3.
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If a symptom that is not indicated in this section occurs, if none of the indicated remedies
do not solve the problem, or if you cannot determine the problem, contact your local
authorized Canon dealer.
White streaks appear.
Cause The toner in the toner cartridge is running low.
Remedy Take the toner cartridge out of the printer, shake it gently 5 or 6 times to evenly
distribute the toner, and then reinstall the toner cartridge. If this does not solve
the problem, replace the toner cartridge with a new one. (See "Replacing the
Toner Cartridge," on p. 5-2)
The overall print is too thin.
Cause 1 The setting for [Toner Density] is not appropriate.
Remedy Drag the [Toner Density] slider in the printer driver toward [Dark].
In order to specify the setting for [Toner Density], click [Details] in the [Quality]
sheet to open the [Detailed Settings] dialog box.
Cause 2 [Use Toner Save] is selected.
Remedy Remove the checkmark from [Use Toner Save] in the printer driver.
In order to specify the setting for [Use Toner Save], click [Details] in the [Quality]
sheet to open the [Detailed Settings] dialog box.
The overall print is too dark.
Cause 1 The setting for [Toner Density] is not appropriate.
Remedy Drag the [Toner Density] slider in the printer driver toward [Light].
In order to specify the setting for [Toner Density], click [Details] in the [Quality]
sheet to open the [Detailed Settings] dialog box.

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