Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink ejects properly from the print head nozzle.

Note If the remaining ink level is low, the nozzle check pattern will not be printed correctly. Replace the FINE cartridge whose ink is low. Replacing a FINE Cartridge

You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper

1. Make sure that the power is turned on.
    

2. Load a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper in the front tray.
    

3. Open the output tray extension, open the paper output tray, then extend the paper output support.
    

4. Hold down the Stop button until the Alarm lamp flashes orange once, then release it immediately.
    

The nozzle check pattern will be printed.

Do not perform any other operations until the machine completes the printing of the nozzle check pattern.

Examine the nozzle check pattern.

Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern

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