Lexmark 6500 Series - Manual (Page 187)

Printer receives a blank fax
These are possible causes and solutions. Try one or more of the following:
Check original document
Ask the sender to verify the original document was loaded correctly.
Check ink
Check the ink levels, and install a new print cartridge if necessary.
Check cartridges
1 Remove the print cartridges.
2 Make sure the sticker and tape have been removed.
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3 Reinsert the print cartridges.
Received fax has poor print quality
These are possible causes and solutions. Try one or more of the following:
Review checklist for sender
• Check that the quality of the original document is satisfactory.
• Resend the fax. There may have been a problem with the quality of the telephone line connection.
• Increase the fax scan resolution.
Check ink
Check the ink levels, and install a new print cartridge if necessary.
Clean scan lens and white roller
1 Unplug the power cord and the phone line from the wall.
2 Open the control panel.
3 Push the roller lever gently to the left, pull it forward, and then lift the white roller out of the printer.
4 Use a clean, lint-free cloth dampened with water to wipe the white roller and the scan lens.
Note: The scan lens is located under the white roller.
5 Reinstall the dry white roller, push the roller lever gently to the left, and then snap it in to place.
6 Reconnect the power cord and the phone line.
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