Falcon B-300 User Manual

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To run a printer operation check, follow these steps.
1. Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off.
2. Disconnect the cable from the interface connector of the printer.
3. Make sure that letter/A4 size paper is loaded in the front paper cassette.
4. Turn on the printer and make sure that READY appears on the LCD screen.
5. Press the r Right button to enter Menu mode.
6. Press the d Down or u Up button to display TEST PRINT, and then press the OK or 
r
Right button.
7. Press the d Down or u Up button to display NOZZLE CHECK, and then press the OK or 
r
Right button.
8. Press the OK button to start printing a nozzle check pattern.
A test page prints showing a nozzle check pattern. If the pattern has gaps, you need to 
clean the print head.
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❏ If the test page prints, the problem probably lies in your software settings, the cable, or 
your computer. It is also possible that your software may not be installed correctly. Try 
uninstalling your software and reinstalling it.
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❏ If the test page does not print, you may have a problem with your printer. Try the 
suggestions in the following section.
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Running a Printer Operation Check (for B-300 Users)
If you are unable to determine the source of the problem, run a printer operation check to 
help you determine whether the problem comes from the printer or your computer.
To run a printer operation check, follow these steps.
1. Make sure both the printer and computer are turned off.
2. Disconnect the cable from the interface connector of the printer.
3. Make sure that letter/A4 size paper is loaded in the front paper cassette.