Lexmark 8300 Series Service Manual page 42

4419-X6X
Unit/Problem
Color print
cartridge cross
contamination
Maintenance
Station
Paper Feed
Carrier Transport
2-22
Service Manual
Action
Be sure the print cartridge nozzle plate is clean. Clean
with a clean, lint-free cloth dampened with water.
If cross contamination occurs, check for:
• Maintenance station wiper damage
• Used tape on the printhead nozzle plate
If the wiper is damaged, replace the maintenance
station. Go to "Maintenance station removal" on
page 4-19.
Note: Do not retape the printhead nozzle plate.
Intermittent nozzle failures can be caused by worn
parts in the maintenance station. If you find worn parts,
replace the maintenance station. Go to
station removal" on page
Ink smudging and smearing can be caused by paper
problems or problems in the paper feed area. Check
for:
• Correct type of paper
• Curled or wrinkled paper
• Paper path obstructions
• Feed roller wear or looseness
• Worn gears or binds
If the paper feed roller or gears are defective, replace
the print engine. Go to
page 4-17.
Blurred print and voids can be caused by problems in
the carrier transport area. Check the following:
• Carrier transport belt for wear
• Idler pulley parts for wear, damage, or looseness
• Carrier guide rod for wear or dirt. If the rod is dirty,
clean and lubricate it.
The carrier to carrier frame engagement should be
lubricated with grease P/N 40X0179.
If the carrier transport belt is worn, replace the carrier
assembly. Go to "Carrier assembly with cables, belt,
and cable clip removal" on page
If the idler pulley parts are defective, replace the print
engine. Go to "Print engine removal" on page
"Maintenance
4-19.
"Print engine removal" on
4-18.
4-17.