Canon Pixma Ip2850 User Guide

Aligning the Print Head Position from Your ComputerPrint head alignment corrects the installation positions of the print head and improves deviated colors and
lines.
The procedure for performing print head alignment is as follows:
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If you are adjusting the head position while the software is being installed from the Setup CD-ROM, start from Step 3.
 Print Head Alignment
1.
Open the printer driver setup window
2.
Click  Print Head Alignment  on the Maintenance  tab
The  Start Print Head Alignment...

When you have entered all the necessary values, click OK.
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If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable vertical
streaks.
(A) Least noticeable vertical streaks
(B) Most noticeable vertical streaks
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If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable
horizontal streaks.
(A) Least noticeable horizontal streaks
(B) Most noticeable horizontal streaks
6.
Confirm the displayed message and click  OK
The...

(A) Least noticeable vertical streaks
(B) Most noticeable vertical streaks
8.
Confirm the displayed message and click  OK
The third pattern is printed.
9.
Check the printed pattern Enter the numbers of the patterns with the least noticeable horizontal stripes in the associated boxes.
Even if the patterns with the least noticeable horizontal stripes are clicked in the preview window, their
numbers are automatically entered in the associated boxes.
When you have entered all the necessary values, click...

Use Your Computer to Print a Nozzle Check PatternThe nozzle check function allows you to check whether the print head is working properly by printing a
nozzle check pattern. Print the pattern if printing becomes faint, or if a specific color fails to print.
The procedure for printing a nozzle check pattern is as follows:
 Nozzle Check
1.
Open the printer driver setup window
2.
Click  Nozzle Check  on the Maintenance  tab
The  Nozzle Check  dialog box opens.
Click  Initial Check Items  to display the...

Cleaning Inside the PrinterPerform bottom plate cleaning before you execute duplex printing to prevent smudges on the back side ofthe paper.
Also perform bottom plate cleaning if ink smudges caused by something other than print data appear on the
printed page.
The procedure for performing bottom plate cleaning is as follows:
 Bottom Plate Cleaning
1.
Open the printer driver setup window
2.
Click  Bottom Plate Cleaning  on the Maintenance  tab
The  Bottom Plate Cleaning  dialog box opens.
3.
Load paper in...

Cleaning the Printer
Cleaning the Exterior of the Printer
Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller
Cleaning the Inside of the Printer (Bottom Plate Cleaning)
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Cleaning the Exterior of the PrinterBe sure to use a soft and dry cloth such as eyeglasses cleaning cloth and wipe off dirt on the surface gently.Smooth out wrinkles on the cloth if necessary before cleaning.
Important
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Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before cleaning the printer.
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Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, rough-textured cloth, or similar materials for cleaning so as notto scratch the surface.
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Never use volatile liquids such as thinners, benzene, acetone, or any...

Cleaning the Paper Feed RollerIf the paper feed rollers are dirty or paper powder is attached to it, paper may not be fed properly.
In this case, clean the paper feed rollers from the computer. Cleaning will wear out the paper feed rollers, so
perform this only when necessary.
Cleaning the Paper Feed Rollers from Your Computer
If the problem is not resolved after cleaning the paper feed rollers from the computer, turn off the power, unplug the power cord, then wipe the paper feed rollers (the center...

Cleaning the Inside of the Printer (Bottom Plate Cleaning)Remove stains from the inside of the printer. If the inside of the printer becomes dirty, printed paper may get
dirty, so we recommend performing cleaning regularly.
You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper* * Be sure to use a new piece of paper.1.
Make sure that the power is turned on and remove any paper from the rear tray.
2.
Prepare paper.
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Fold a single sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper in half widthwise, then...

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Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before cleaning the printer.80