HP 2605 Service Manual - Page 167

Table 6-6 General print quality issues (continued) Problem Cause Solution Marks repeatedly appear at even intervals on the unprinted side of the page. 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 device. Aaa The fuser might be damaged or dirty. Clean using instructions in HP ToolboxFX. For more information, see Repetitiveimage-defect ruler on page 174. The printed page contains misformed characters. The media might not meet HP specifications. If characters are incorrectly formed so that they produce a wavy effect, the laser scanner might need service. Use a different paper, such as highquality paper that is intended for color laser printers. Verify that the problem also occurs on the Configuration page. The printed page is curled or wavy. The device is not set to print on the type of media on which you want to print. The media might not meet HP specifications. Both high temperature and humidity can cause paper curl. In the printer driver, select the Paper tab and set Type is to match the type of paper on which you are printing. Print speed might be slower if you are using heavy paper. Use a different paper, such as highquality paper that is intended for color laser printers. Check the device environment. Text or graphics are skewed on the printed page. The media might be loaded incorrectly. Make sure that the paper or other print media is loaded correctly and that the media guides are not too tight or too loose against the stack. The media might not meet HP specifications. Use a different paper, such as highquality paper that is intended for color laser printers. ENWW Print problems 157