Blurry Or Smeared Printout - Epson Stylus C41 Series User Manual

Change the Ink setting in your printer software to Color.
Adjust the color settings in your application or in your printer
software's Advanced dialog box.
Run the Head Cleaning utility.
"Cleaning the Print Head" on page 129.
If colors are still incorrect or missing, replace the color ink
cartridge. If the problem persists, replace the black ink
cartridge.
See "Replacing Ink Cartridges" on page 157 for details.
Do not use ink cartridges beyond the expiration date printed
on the cartridge package. Also, if the printer has not been used
for a long time, replace the ink cartridges.
See "Replacing Ink Cartridges" on page 157.

Blurry or smeared printout

Try one or more of these solutions:
Make sure that you are using the appropriate printer driver
for your printer.
Use only paper recommended by EPSON.
Make sure that the printer is on a flat, stable surface that
extends beyond the printer base in all directions. The printer
will not operate properly if it is tilted.
Make sure that your paper is not damaged, dirty, or too old.
Also, make sure that the printable side of the paper is face up
in the sheet feeder.
Make sure that your paper is dry and that the printable side
is facing up. Also, make sure that you are using an acceptable
paper type.
"Paper" on page 216
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