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38 P430i User’s Manual 980470-001 Rev. A
Troubleshooting
Print Quality Issues
Possible Cause:
• Print Head is dirty.
Solution:
• Clean the Print Head
Possible Cause:
• Print Head elements are damaged (e.g., scratched or burnt).
Solution:
• Call Zebra Customer Service for Print Head replacement information.
Possible Cause:
• Ribbon has been stored improperly or is damaged.
Solution:
• Change ribbon and print again.
Possible Cause:
• Cards may not meet specifications.
Solution:
• Use a different supply of cards.
Possible Cause:
• Contrast and/or Intensity may be set to incorrect values.
Solution:
• Adjust Contrast and/or Intensity values in software.
Possible Cause:
• Head Settings are too low / high.
Solution:
• Adjust Head Settings higher / lower.
Example 3 • Printing shows very pale, very dark, or inconsistent results