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Lines are Blurred (Ink Bleeds from Lines)

Description of problem

This problem is often caused by the ink soaking into the paper, making the lines blurred and fuzzy. This could be because of the humidity in the air.

Corrective Action

1. Print in a less humid environment.
2. Try using a heavier paper type, such as HP Heavyweight Coated Paper.
Glossy Photo Paper types are especially difficult to dry. Take extra care with them.
3. Make sure that the paper type selected in the Front Panel is the same as the paper type loaded into the Printer.
4. Increase the drying time through the Front Panel (Ink Menu/Drying Options/Drying Time).
5. Allow the prints time to dry separately; do NOT cover or stack them.
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