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Resolving Black Ink Banding Issues in Printers
Are you experiencing frustrating black ink banding issues in your printer? If so, you're not alone. Many users encounter this problem, where printing goes smoothly for weeks, only to be suddenly disrupted by persistent banding that seems resistant to traditional troubleshooting methods. In this guide, we'll delve into the potential causes of this issue and provide practical steps to resolve it effectively.Identifying the ProblemFirst and foremost, let's understand the nature of the problem. Blac
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Mar 13th 2024
Troubleshooting a Wet Capping Station: My L1800 DTF Capping Station Regurgitates Foamy Ink
If you're into printer maintenance or perhaps run a repair shop, encountering a clogged capping station can be a common headache. Today, we'll delve into the intricacies of troubleshooting and fixing a wet capping station, a problem that often plagues printer users. In this guide, we'll walk you through the process step by step, ensuring you understand each aspect thoroughly.Check if Capping Station is CloggedThe first step in resolving a wet capping station issue is to confirm whether it's inde
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Mar 1st 2024
Troubleshooting Four Ink Lights On Issue on HM-1 Printer
If you're encountering the frustrating issue of having all four ink lights illuminated on your HM-1 printer, rendering it unable to print, don't worry, as there are steps you can take to address this problem. This guide will walk you through the process of troubleshooting and resolving this issue effectively.Identifying the ProblemWhen facing the scenario where all four ink lights inside the carriage of the HM-1 printer are red, accompanied by the absence of a cleaning cycle and the inability to
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Feb 21st 2024
Ask Kevin: DTF printer replaced capping station, new printhead, but still doesn't print white
Question: "I am having a LOT of trouble with my DTF printer, an Epson L1800. We've replaced the capping station due to waste ink backing up, but now there's hardly any white ink coming out. Despite changing white ink dampers and cleaning the head, there's still no ink flow. We even installed a new printhead, but the problem persists. Could it be a clog in the lines, a faulty fuse, or a defective printhead? What should I do next?"Answer: 1. Capping Station and Ink Flow:
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Feb 7th 2024
Troubleshooting and Cleaning L-1800, Artisan 1430, 1440, 1390 Printer's Capping Station - A Comprehensive Guide
In the world of printer maintenance, one critical aspect that often gets overlooked is the capping station. If you're a repair shop owner like me, you understand the frustration that comes with a clogged capping station. In this guide, we'll take you through the essential steps to troubleshoot and clean your printer's capping station. Whether you own an L1800 or a 1430, these methods apply. We've also included a video tutorial below to demonstrate the process.Get the Right ToolsBefore we dive in
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Sep 27th 2023