Aligning The Print Head; Ink Cartridge Problems - Epson Stylus Photo 700 User Manual

Aligning the Print Head

Aligns the print head. Use this utility if you notice your
printouts contain misaligned vertical lines while the High
Speed setting is turned on in the More Setting dialog box.
Caution:
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Before using this utility, make sure the paper loaded in the
printer is at least 210 mm (8.27 inches) wide; for example, A4
size paper loaded short edge first. Otherwise, the print head
will spray ink directly onto the platen, which could mar future
printouts.
For Windows users:
1. Make sure A4 or wider paper is loaded in the sheet feeder.
2. Click the Utility tab in the printer software window. Then click
the Print Head Alignment button.
3. Follow the messages on your screen to align the print head.
For Macintosh users:
1. Make sure A4 or wider paper is loaded in the sheet feeder.
2. Choose Utility from the Print dialog box. Then click the Print
Head Alignment button.
3. Follow the messages on your screen to align the print head.

Ink Cartridge Problems

If output quality does not improve even after cleaning and
aligning the print head, you may need to replace one or both of
the ink cartridges.
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Troubleshooting