Epson COLOR 980 User Manual
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Checking the Print Head Nozzles
If you find that the printed image is unexpectedly faint or that
dots in the printed image are missing, you may be able to identify
the problem by checking the print head nozzles.
dots in the printed image are missing, you may be able to identify
the problem by checking the print head nozzles.
You can check the print head nozzles from your computer using
the Nozzle Check utility in the printer software, or from the
printer using the printer’s control panel buttons.
the Nozzle Check utility in the printer software, or from the
printer using the printer’s control panel buttons.
For more information about the control panel buttons, see your
online Reference Guide.
online Reference Guide.
Using the Nozzle Check utility
To use the Nozzle Check utility, refer to the appropriate section
below.
below.
Note:
Do not use the Nozzle Check utility while printing is in progress;
otherwise, your printout may be marred.
Do not use the Nozzle Check utility while printing is in progress;
otherwise, your printout may be marred.
For Windows users
Follow the steps below to use the Nozzle Check utility.
1. Make sure that A4 or Letter size paper is loaded in the sheet
feeder.
2. Click the Utility tab in the printer software, then click the
Nozzle Check
button.
3. Follow the on-screen instructions.
For Macintosh users
Follow the steps below to use the Nozzle Check utility.