Xerox C2424 Service Manual - Page 272

White Stripes (Pinstripes) This print-quality problem has a series of regularly spaced white stripes approximately 6 mm (.25 in.) apart. If the X-Axis Drive does not move the printhead smoothly and evenly during printing, vertical lines appear in the print. s2424-089 Step Questions and Actions Yes 1 1. Print the service test print 13-19 Solid Fills,to Go to Step 2. reveal an X-axis problem. See "21: Primary Solid Fills 10x" on page 5-43 for more information. 2. Are the pinstripes apparent on the test prints? 2 1. Verify the X-axis motion is operating Complete. correctly and that poorly dressed cables, loose screws, or mechanical failures are not interfering. 2. Remove any obstructions or redress cables. 3. Did this correct the problem? 3 1. Verify there are no wiring harnesses Complete. interfering with the horizontal movement of the printhead. 2. Redress any faulty wiring. 3. Repair or replace any defective part or interference with the printhead. 4. Did this correct the problem? No Complete. The problem is not with the print engine. Go to Step 3. Replace the X-axis drive. 5-32 WorkCentre C2424 Service Manual