The print heads are important components that discharge ink. They require periodic and appropriate main-
tenance. Cleaning around the print heads is known as "manual cleaning." Be sure to perform manual clean-
ing in the following situations.
When a Message Appears
When a message appears, you can tap on the home screen to check the notification details. Tap
the notification to display the manual cleaning menu screen.
When Symptoms That Cannot Be Improved with Powerful Cleaning Occur
When any of the symptoms given below occur and powerful cleaning is not effective, perform manual
cleaning.
Dot drop-out/Dot displacement
Ink drips Dragging dirt
Dust or other foreign matter adheres to
the print heads and impedes correct ink
discharge.
Ink pools in dust or dirt adhered to the
print heads, and drips onto the media.
The phenomenon where dirt or dust accu-
mulates on the print heads.
Wiper replacement may also be effective in improving these symptoms.
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RELATED LINKS
・ P. 257 Replacing the Wiper and the Tray Pad
Cleaning around the Print Heads
Regular Maintenance 231