DataCard 285 User Guide

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Troubleshooting
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Obtain guidance from service before performing this task.
User’s Guide for the Magna™ Class Printer
Print station
 describe problems that can originate in the 
print module. 
Table 6-1: Print quality problems
What you see
Possible causes
Solutions
One or more unprinted 
lines run the entire length 
of the card. 
The printhead might be 
dirty or damaged.
Clean the printhead. See 
. Run a test 
card. See 
If cleaning does not solve 
the problem, replace the 
printhead. See 
.
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Part of the printed card is 
blank.
Cards might not meet 
specifications.
Cards might be dirty.
The printhead cartridge 
might not be installed 
properly
Obtain and use a different 
supply of cards. See 
.
Increase the frequency of 
cleaning. See 
Run a cleaning card. See 
.
Remove and reinstall the 
printhead cartridge. See 
.
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