Large black font text, Alignment patterns – HP Officejet 7000 Wide Format Printer - E809a User Manual

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Large Black Font Text
Look at the large-font text above the color blocks. I ABCDEFG abcdefg The type should
be sharp and clear. If the type is jagged, try aligning the printer. If there are streaks or
smears of ink, clean the printhead.

Example of good Large-Font Type The letters are sharp and clear - the printer is operating

correctly.

Example of bad Large-Font Type The letters are jagged - align the printer.

Example of bad Large-Font Type The letters are smeared - clean the printhead and check if the

paper is curled. To avoid curl, store all paper flat in a
resealable bag.

Example of bad Large-Font Type The letters are ragged on one end - clean the printhead. If this

defect occurs right after a new black cartridge is installed, the
printer's automatic servicing routines may solve the problem
in a day or so, using less ink than a printhead cleaning.

Alignment Patterns
If the color bars and large font text look OK, and the ink cartridges are not empty, look at
the alignment pattern directly above the color bars.

Example of a good alignment pattern The lines are straight.

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Maintain and troubleshoot

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