HP Color LaserJet Pro M283fdw Multifunction Printer - Manual (Page 143)

Table 9-12 Streak defects
Description Sample Possible solutions
Light vertical streaks:
Light streaks that usually span the length of
the page. The defect displays only in areas
of fill, not in text or sections with no printed
content.
1. Reprint the document.
2. Remove the cartridge, and then shake
it to redistribute the toner.
3. If the problem persists, go to
support.hp.com .
NOTE: Both light and dark vertical streaks
can occur when the printing environment is
outside the specified range for temperature
or humidity. Refer to your printer's
environmental specifications for allowable
temperature and humidity levels.
Dark vertical streaks and ITB cleaning
streaks (color models only):
Dark lines which occur down the length of
the page. The defect might occur anywhere
on the page, in areas of fill or in sections
with no printed content.
1. Reprint the document.
2. Remove the cartridge, and then shake
it to redistribute the toner.
3. Print a cleaning page.
4. Check the toner level in the cartridge.
5. If the problem persists, go to
support.hp.com .
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