Table 9-2  Light print
Description Sample Possible solutions
Light print:
The printed content on the entire page is 
light or faded.
1. Reprint the document.
2. Remove the cartridge, and then shake 
it to redistribute the toner.
3. Mono models only: Make sure that the 
Economode setting is disabled both at 
the printer control panel and in the 
print driver.
4. Make sure that the cartridge is 
installed correctly.
5. Print a Supply status page and check 
for life and usage of the cartridge.
6. Replace the cartridge.
7. If the problem persists, go to 
support.hp.com.
Table 9-3  Gray background or dark print
Description Sample Possible solutions
Gray background or dark print:
The image or text is darker than expected.
1. Make sure that the paper in the trays 
has not already been run through the 
printer.
2. Use a dierent paper type.
3. Reprint the document.
4. Mono models only: From the Home 
screen on the printer control panel, go 
to the Adjust Toner Density menu, and 
then adjust the toner density to a 
lower level.
5. Make sure that the printer is in within 
the supported operating temperature 
and humidity range.
6. Replace the cartridge.
7. If the problem persists, go to 
support.hp.com.
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