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2.7 Head Cleaning
The following head cleaning methods are available: Choose the method based on test results.
Item Details
Soft When lines are curved (deflection)
Normal When lines are missing (nozzle clogging)
Hard If soft cleaning and normal cleaning fail to resolve print defects (e.g., nozzle clogging,
deflection)
Ultra If hard cleaning fails to resolve print defects (e.g., nozzle clogging, deflection) and color
mixing
1
In LOCAL mode, select [TEST PRINT/CLEANING] > [Cleaning], then press the [ENTER] key.
• The Cleaning menu is displayed.
2
Select the cleaning type, then press the [ENTER] key.
3
Select the Head to clean and press the [ENTER] key.
• Check the check box. Heads with checked check boxes will be cleaned.
4
Run another test print and check the print results.
• Repeat the cleaning and test printing process until the print results appear normal.
• Do the following if head cleaning fails to resolve the print defects (e.g., nozzle clogging,
deflection).
"Wiper Cleaning"(P. 132)
"Cap Cleaning"(P. 134)
"Print Head Nozzle Washing"(P. 139)