Canon Pixma Mg2924 User Guide
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When you have entered all the necessary values, click OK. Note • 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 • If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable horizontal stripes. (A) Least noticeable horizontal stripes (B) Most noticeable horizontal stripes 9. Confirm the displayed message and click OK The second pattern is printed. Important • Do not open the cover while printing is in progress. 10. Check the printed pattern Enter the numbers of the patterns with the least noticeable streaks in the associated boxes. Even if the patterns with the least noticeable streaks are clicked in the preview window, their numbers are automatically entered in the associated boxes. 151
When you have entered all the necessary values, click OK. Note • 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 11. Confirm the displayed message and click OK The third pattern is printed. Important • Do not open the cover while printing is in progress. 12. Check the printed pattern Enter the numbers of the patterns with the least noticeable stripes in the associated boxes. Even if the patterns with the least noticeable stripes are clicked in the preview window, their numbers are automatically entered in the associated boxes. 152
When you have entered all the necessary values, click OK. Note • If it is difficult to pick the best pattern, pick the setting that produces the least noticeable horizontal stripes. (A) Least noticeable horizontal stripes (B) Most noticeable horizontal stripes Note • To print and check the current setting, open the Start Print Head Alignment dialog box, and click Print Alignment Value . 153
Aligning the Print Head Position Automatically from Your Computer Print head alignment corrects the installation positions of the print head and improves deviated colors and lines. This printer supports two head alignment methods: automatic head alignment and manual head alignment. Normally, the printer is set for automatic head alignment. If the printing results of automatic print head alignment are not satisfactory, perform manual head alignment . The procedure for performing automatic print head alignment is as follows: Print Head Alignment 1. Open the printer driver setup window 2. Click Print Head Alignment on the Maintenance tab The Start Print Head Alignment dialog box opens. 3. Load paper in the printer Load one sheet of A4 size or Letter size plain paper into the rear tray. Note • The number of sheets to be used differs when you select the manual head alignment. 4. Print head alignment pattern printing Make sure that the printer is on and click Align Print Head. The adjustment pattern is printed. Important • Do not open the cover while printing is in progress. 5. Adjustment pattern scanning After the adjustment pattern is printed, a message is displayed. As instructed in the message, load the adjustment pattern onto the platen, and press the Start button on the printer. Print head alignment starts. Note • To print and check the current setting, open the Start Print Head Alignment dialog box, and click Print Alignment Value . 154
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 items that you need to check before printing the nozzle check pattern. 3. Load paper in the printer Load one sheet of A4 size or Letter size plain paper into the rear tray. 4. Print a nozzle check pattern Make sure that the printer is on and click Print Check Pattern. Printing of the nozzle check pattern begins. Click OK when the confirmation message appears. The Pattern Check dialog box opens. 5. Check the print result Check the print result. When the print result is normal, click Exit. If the print result is smudged or if there are any unprinted sections, click Cleaning to clean the print head. Related Topic Cleaning the Print Heads from Your Computer 155
Cleaning Inside the PrinterPerform bottom plate cleaning before you execute duplex printing to prevent smudges on the back side of the 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 the printer As instructed in the dialog box, fold the A4 size or Letter size plain paper in half horizontally, and then unfold the sheet.Load the paper into the rear tray in the portrait orientation with the crest of the crease facing down. 4. Perform the bottom plate cleaning Make sure that the printer is on and then click Execute. Bottom plate cleaning starts. 156
Cleaning the Machine Cleaning the Exterior of the Machine Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller Cleaning the Inside of the Machine (Bottom Plate Cleaning) 157
Cleaning the Exterior of the MachineBe 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 • Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before cleaning the machine. • Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, rough-textured cloth, or similar materials for cleaning so as notto scratch the surface. • Never use volatile liquids such as thinners, benzene, acetone, or any other chemical cleaner to cleanthe machine, as this may cause a malfunction or damage the surface of the machine. 158
Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover Important • Be sure to turn off the power and unplug the power cord before cleaning the machine. • Do not use tissue paper, paper towels, rough-textured cloth, or similar materials for cleaning so as notto scratch the surface. • Never use volatile liquids such as thinners, benzene, acetone, or any other chemical cleaner to cleanthe machine, as this may cause a malfunction or damage the surface of the machine. With a soft, clean, lint-free and dry cloth, wipe the platen glass (A) and the inner side of the document cover (white sheet) (B) gently. Make sure not to leave any residue, especially on the glass surface. Important • The inner side of the document cover (white sheet) (B) is easily damaged, so wipe it gently. 159
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. Cleaning will wear out the paper feed rollers, so perform this only when necessary. You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper or cleaning sheet available on the market1. Make sure that the power is turned on and remove any paper from the rear tray. 2. Clean the paper feed rollers without paper. 1. Hold down the Stop button until the Alarm lamp flashes seven times, then release it immediately. The paper feed rollers will rotate as it is cleaned. 3. Clean the paper feed rollers with paper. 1. Make sure that the paper feed rollers have stopped rotating, load a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper or cleaning sheet available on the market in the rear tray. 2. Pull out the paper output tray and the output tray extension. 3. Hold down the Stop button until the Alarm lamp flashes seven times, then release it immediately. The machine starts cleaning. The cleaning will be complete when the paper is ejected. If the problem is not resolved after cleaning the paper feed rollers in the rear tray, turn off the power, unplug the power cord, then wipe the paper feed rollers (the center roller and the right roller) (A) located inside the rear tray with a moistened cotton swab or the like while rotating them manually. Do not touch the rollers with your fingers. Rotate the rollers two or more times. After cleaning the paper feed rollers, turn on the power, then clean the paper feed rollers again. If the problem is not resolved after cleaning the paper feed rollers, contact the service center. 160