Print Quality Problems - Epson 860 Daily Use

Print quality problems

If you are having print quality problems, try the solutions offered
here.
Horizontal banding
Make sure the printable side of the paper is face up in the sheet
feeder.
Run the Head Cleaning utility to clear any clogged ink
nozzles.
Vertical misalignment
Make sure the printable side of the paper is face up in the sheet
feeder.
Run the Print Head Alignment utility.
Turn off the High Speed setting in your printer driver. For
instructions, see the printer driver's online help for Windows.
For Macintosh, see "Using the Advanced settings" in the
online Reference Guide.
Color gaps
Make sure your paper is not damaged, dirty, or too old.
Run the Head Cleaning utility to clear any clogged ink
nozzles.
Check the B black and A color ink out lights. If a light is
flashing, replace the ink cartridge. See "Replacing Ink
Cartridges" on page 36.
Blurry or smeared printout
Try one or more of these solutions.
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