Lexmark Z53 User's Guide for Macintosh (3 MB) - Page 40

Steps to basic printing Beyond the basics Maintaining your printer Troubleshooting Appendix Index Maintaining your printer 2 Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water. Gently wipe the nozzles and contacts in one direction. Warning: Do not wipe the nozzles and contacts with the same section of cloth. a Hold the damp cloth against the nozzles for about three seconds. Gently blot and wipe dry. b Use another clean section of cloth to gently wipe the contacts. Hold the damp, lint-free cloth against the contacts for about three seconds. Gently blot and wipe dry. 3 Reinstall the print cartridges and repeat the nozzle test. For help, see page 37. If the print quality has not improved after this cleaning process, replace your print cartridge. If print quality still does not improve, your printer may require service. 40