Why is my Epson printer smearing?
If you print on both sides of a sheet of paper, smudges may appear on the reverse side of heavily saturated or dark images. If one side of a sheet will contain a lighter image or text, print that side first. Adjust the density and/or ink drying time settings. The ink level may be low and you may need to refill the ink.
Why is my Epson printer leaving streaks?
Run a nozzle check to see if any of the print head nozzles are clogged. Then clean the print head, if necessary. Make sure the paper type setting matches the type of paper you loaded. Make sure you loaded the printable side of the paper correctly for your product.
Why is my printer printing with smears on?
One of the most common reasons why ink smudges or even faded prints occur is defective ink or toner cartridges. Try and check your ink cartridges if they are all still in good condition. Make sure that the ink has not yet dried up and is free from dirt and residue build-up.
Why is my Epson printer printing half lines?
If your Epson printer is printing out faint images, skipping lines, or is streaking your image with lines, chances are you have a clogged nozzle–a common problem many users have with Epson printers. It’s unavoidable that print heads clog over time as small amounts of ink residue dry up and collect in the nozzles.
How do I clean the rollers on my Epson printer?
Cleaning the Paper Rollers
- Turn off the product.
- Unplug the power cable.
- Disconnect any connected cables.
- Remove both paper cassettes.
- Place the product on its right side.
- Use a soft, moist cloth to clean the cassette rollers shown here.
- Return the printer to its normal position.
How do I clean my printer nozzle?
Make sure that the printer is turned on and the ink out light is off. Access the Print or Page Setup dialog box and click the Utility icon button, then click the Head Cleaning button. Follow the on-screen instructions. The power light and the ink lights flash while the printer performs the cleaning cycle.