Canon MultiPASS F30 User Manual

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4422MultiPASS F30 User’s ManualPrinted outputis not what youexpected(continued)Printer cable toolongMake sure the cable used does not exceed the recommendedlength (16.4 feet for USB; 6.6 feet for parallel).Printout doesnot matchpaper sizePaper not correctlyloaded and alignedMake sure the paper is loaded and aligned correctly in the multi-purpose tray, and that the paper guides are adjusted correctly.See "Loading Paper" on page 3.Printout curls Page contains largeamount of inkLeave the sheet in the output tray for 30 to 60 seconds to allowthe ink to dry. Remove the sheet carefully without touching theprinted surface.Paper you are usingis too thinPrinting dense graphics on light paper stock may cause the paperto curl. Try using heavier stock.rNo printout Printer cable notsecurely connectedCheck the printer cable connection on both the F30 MFP and yourPC.Incorrect parallelcable typeEnsure that you are using an IEEE 1284 bi-directional parallelcable.Power cord notplugged in securelyCheck that the power cord is plugged securely into the F30 MFPand into the wall outlet. If the F30 MFP is plugged into a powerstrip, make sure the power strip is plugged in and turned on.Printhead notinstalled properlyRe-install the printhead.One or more inktanks are emptySee "Replacing Ink Tanks" on page 33.Printed text orimages areskewedPaper not loadedcorrectlyMake sure the paper is loaded properly in the multi-purpose tray,and that the paper guide is adjusted correctly. See "LoadingPaper" on page 3.Make sure the paper exit path is clear.Printingsuspendedafter each linePrinthead is too hot When the printhead has become too hot, the F30 MFP slows itsprinting to protect the printhead. Stop printing and wait severalminutes for the printhead to cool, then resume printing.Printing is slow Incorrect printerdriver settingsAltering driver settings may improve print speed. See "ImprovingPrinted Images" on page 13.Parallel port maynot be configuredfor optimum speedChange the parallel port on your PC to ECP (Extended CapabilitiesPort) to increase scanning speed and throughput. For details onECP, refer to your PC user documentation or contact technicalsupport for your PC.ProblemProblemProblemProblem Possible CausePossible CausePossible CausePossible Cause Try ThisTry ThisTry ThisTry This