Lexmark Z 1300 Manual

Print troubleshooting
Improving print quality
If you are not satisfied with the print quality of a document, make sure you:
Use the appropriate paper for the document. Use Lexmark Premium Photo Paper if you are printing photos or
other high-quality images.
Note: To prevent smudging or scratching, avoid touching the printed surface with your fingers or sharp objects.
For best results, remove each printed sheet individually from the paper exit tray, and allow the prints to dry at
least 24 hours before...

3Click Quality/Copies.
4From the Quality/Speed area, select a lower print quality.
Solution 6
1Uninstall the printer software, and then reinstall it. For more information, see “Removing and reinstalling the
software” on page 47.
2If the software still does not install correctly, visit our Web site at www.lexmark.com to check for the latest
software.
aIn all countries or regions except the United States, select your country or region.
bClick the links for drivers and downloads.
cSelect your printer...

Poor text and graphic quality
Examples of poor text and graphic quality include:
Blank pages
Dark print
Faded print
Incorrect colors
Light and dark bands in print
Skewed lines
Smudges
Streaks
White lines in print
Solution 1
Check the ink levels, and install a new print cartridge if necessary.
Solution 2
See “Improving print quality” on page 33.
Solution 3
To avoid ink smudging when you are working with the following media, remove each sheet as it exits, and allow it
to dry:
Documents with graphics or...

cSelect your printer family.
dSelect your printer model.
eSelect your operating system.
fSelect the file you want to download, and follow the directions on the computer screen.
Partial document or photo prints
Check that the paper size being used matches the printer setting.
1From the software application, click File ΠPrint.
2Click Properties, Preferences, Options, or Setup.
3Click Paper Setup.
4Check the paper size.
Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting
Paper jam in the printer
1Press  to turn off the...

Solution 4
Adjust the paper guide:
When using media less than 8.5 inches wide
Against the left edge of the paper or media, making sure it does not buckle
Printer does not feed paper, envelopes, or specialty media
Solution 1
If there is a paper jam, see “Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting” on page 44.
Solution 2
Verify that the specialty media is loaded correctly.
Solution 3
Try loading one page, envelope, or sheet of specialty media at a time.
Solution 4
Make sure the printer is set as the default printer...

6Select Portrait or Landscape.
7Click OK.
8Click OK or Print.
Blinking power light troubleshooting
Power light blinks slowly
The printer is out of paper in the middle of a print job.
Load more paper. See “Loading paper” on page 20.
Power light blinks rapidly
There is a paper jam.
Clear the paper jam. For more information, see “Jams and misfeeds troubleshooting” on page 44.
Error messages troubleshooting
These messages appear on your computer screen.
Cartridge Alert
One of the print cartridges needs to be...

Follow these steps to replace the color print cartridge in your printer:
1Cancel the print job if not already canceled.
2Replace the color print cartridge with a new cartridge. For more information, see “Removing a used print
cartridge” on page 31 and “Installing print cartridges” on page 32.
3Print again.
To order supplies, click Order Ink on your computer screen. You can also see “Ordering supplies” on page 35 in
this guide.
Black and Color cartridge replacement required
New print cartridges need to be...

Notices
Product name:
Lexmark 1300 Series
Machine type:
4115
Model(s):
001
Edition notice
December 2006
The following paragraph does not apply to any country where such provisions are inconsistent with local law: LEXMARK
INTERNATIONAL, INC., PROVIDES THIS PUBLICATION “AS IS” WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE. Some states do not allow disclaimer of express or implied...

Warning: A Warning identifies something that could damage your product hardware or software.
CAUTION: A CAUTION identifies something that could cause you harm.
CAUTION: This type of CAUTION indicates that you should not touch the marked area.
CAUTION: This type of CAUTION indicates a hot surface.
CAUTION: This type of CAUTION indicates a shock hazard.
CAUTION: This type of CAUTION indicates a tipping hazard.
Noise emission levels
The following measurements were made in accordance with ISO 7779 and...

ModeDescriptionPower consumption (Watts)
Power SaverThe product is in energy-saving mode.not applicable
High OffThe product is plugged into a wall outlet, but the power switch is turned off.not applicable
Low Off (