HP LaserJet M1522 HP LaserJet M1522 MFP Series User Guide - Page 193
Solve image-quality problems, Paper, Quality, Paper Type
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Problem Cause Solution The toner smears easily when touched. The product is not set to print on the type of media on which you want to print. In the printer driver, select the Paper/ Quality tab and set Paper Type to match the type of media on which you are printing. Print speed might be slower if you are using heavy paper. The media might not meet HP specifications. Use media that meets HP specifications. See Paper and print media on page 45. The paper path might need cleaning. Clean the product. See Clean the paper path on page 157. The power source might be defective. Plug the product directly into an AC outlet instead of into a power strip. The fuser temperature might be too low. Use the archive print feature to improve toner fusing. See Archive print on page 63. Marks repeatedly appear at even intervals on the page. The product is not set to print on the type of media on which you want to print. In the printer driver, make sure that the appropriate media type is selected. Print speed might be slower if you are using heavy paper. Internal parts might have toner on them. The problem typically corrects itself after a few more pages. The paper path might need cleaning. Clean the product. See Clean the paper path on page 157. The print cartridge might be damaged. If a repetitive mark occurs at the same spot on the page, install a new HP print cartridge. See Print cartridge on page 155. The printed page contains misformed characters. The media might not meet HP specifications. Use a different paper, such as high-quality paper that is intended for laser printers. See Paper and print media on page 45. If characters are incorrectly formed so that they produce a wavy effect, the laser scanner might need service. Verify that the problem also occurs on the configuration page. If so, contact HP. See www.hp.com/support/ljm1522 or the support flyer that came in the product box. The printed page is curled or wavy. The product is not set to print on the type of In the printer driver, make sure the media on which you want to print. appropriate media type is selected. If the problem persists, select a media type that uses a lower fuser temperature, such as transparencies or light media. The media might have been in the input tray Turn over the stack of media in the tray. too long. Also, try rotating the media 180° in the input tray. The media might not meet HP specifications. Use a different paper, such as high-quality paper that is intended for laser printers. See Paper and print media on page 45. Both high temperature and humidity can cause paper curl. Check the product environment. ENWW Solve image-quality problems 181