Media Problems - Epson SureColor F7070 User Manual

Is the media creased or folded?
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Media that is creased or folded may rise from the platen and contact the print head, resulting in smudges or uneven colors.
Are the wiper, caps, or print head stained?
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Ink clots or lint around the wiper, caps, or print head may result in stains caused by a build-up of ink. Clean the affected area.
See "Maintenance Around the Print Head" on page 84.
Is the print head scuffing the printed surface?
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Smear caused by the print head scuffing the media can be prevented by adjusting the Platen Gap to suit the media.
It may also be prevented by choosing a high value for Media Tension.
See "Platen Gap" on page 68 or "Media Tension" on page 70.

Media Problems

Media Is Creased
Are the Media Tension and Feed Speed options in the setup menu correct for the current media?
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If these options are not correctly adjusted for the current media, the media may be creased or torn during printing.
See "Media Tension" on page 70 and "Feed Speed" on page 71.
Try selecting Off for Tension Measurement in the setup menus.
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Automatic tensioning may fail to maintain some types of media at the appropriate tension, resulting in excessive slack or
other tensioning problems that interfere with printing.
See "Tension Measurement" on page 70.
Media Jams
Is the media creased or folded?
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Media with a strong curl or that is folded back on its leading edge or creased may cause jams or other media feed problems.
Do not use media affected by these types of problems.
Is the media too thick or too thin?
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Check the media specifications to determine whether it can be used in the printer. If you are using a software RIP, contact the
manufacturer for information on the settings and media that can be used.
Is Media Suction set too high?
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Reduce Media Suction. See "Media Suction" on page 69.
Printing does not stop when the roll ends
Is Off selected for Tension Measurement?
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Periodically is recommended in most circumstances.
See "Tension Measurement" on page 70.
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