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If the self-test shows a defect, try the following:
Clean the print cartridges automatically. For more information, see
Clean the
print cartridges” on page 62.
If you are missing lines when you print, clean the electrical contacts. For more
information, see
Clean the print cartridge contacts” on page 62.
Replace the print cartridge. For more information, see
Replace the print
cartridges” on page 54.
If the self-test does not show a problem, investigate other causes, such as the image
file or software program.
For additional print cartridge troubleshooting, visit the HP Web site at
www.hp.com/
support.
This section contains the following topics:
Ink is bleeding or smearing
Ink is not filling the text or graphics completely
The text edges are jagged
The printout has a horizontal band of distortion near the bottom of the page
Colors run into each other on the printout
Printouts have horizontal streaks or lines
Printouts are faded or have dull colors
Printouts seem blurry or fuzzy
Printouts have vertical streaks
Printouts are slanted or skewed
Paper is not picked up from the input tray
Ink is bleeding or smearing
Cause: The paper type is not suitable for the HP Photosmart.
Solution: Use HP Premium Papers or any other paper type that is appropriate for
the HP Photosmart.
Cause: The print cartridges need to be cleaned.
Solution: Print a self-test report to determine if there is a problem with the print
cartridges. If the self-test report shows a problem, clean the print cartridges. If the
problem persists, you might need to replace the print cartridges.
For more information on print cartridges, see
Troubleshoot print cartridges”
on page 74.
Cause: The paper is too close to the print cartridge during printing.
Solution: If the paper is too close to the print cartridge during printing, the ink might
be smeared. This can happen if the paper is raised, wrinkled, or very thick, such as
a mailing envelope. Make sure the paper lays flat in the input tray and is not too
wrinkled.
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