Problem description |
Cause |
Action |
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Sharp OD/gloss lines for a single mono-color and its corresponding mixed colors. |
A single light line (doesn’t repeat in next swath)? |
Detected too late for compensation in that swath. |
Cannot be solved (a slower print mode will reduce the problem). |
A light line that repeats in multiple swaths, high quality mode or better. |
Probably undetected nozzle failure or side shooter. |
Run maintenance + nozzle optimization. |
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Dark/light/gloss lines (single mono-color/not at swath boundary)
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Probably compensated nozzle failure, but still (somewhat) visible. |
Run maintenance + nozzle optimization (to prevent the nozzle failure). |
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Try a different print mode (to reduce visibility). |
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Many lines or a thin band, doesn’t go away after manual maintenance |
Run printhead test chart. See: Analyze the printhead quality check chart. If lines are visible over multiple printhead colors, verify if the printer is correctly cleaned (fibers). |
Follow the procedure below. You can stop at any time in the procedure when the problem is solved.
When the problem is not solved, contact your application specialist or local Service representative.