Spray-Like Marks while Printing from Epson L18050 Print Issue with Fix Printer
- By Kevin Day
- On Jan 02, 2025
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Question: I have an Epson L18050 printer and am getting spray-like marks near the top-right corner of printouts. What is causing this, and how can I fix it?
Answer: Thanks for contacting BCH Technologies. First, I apologize for the delayed response to your question. I know printer problems can be annoying, especially when working within a strict time frame or particular project criteria. I also appreciate your careful consideration. You have done some troubleshooting on your own using our YouTube channel (https://youtube.com/@bchtechnologies). Thanks to your support, we continue to publish more content for our community.
Now, let’s get to your problem. The marks you see on your printouts aren’t due to ink spraying, according to your description. Instead, they occur because the paper curls upward and contacts the bottom of the printhead. Using thicker photo stock or specialty papers is a common cause of this.
Here’s one way to work around this issue:
Activate the Thick Paper Setting: The Epson L18050 has an adjustable printhead height for thicker media, so make sure to enable the thick paper setting. To access this:
Clean the Printhead Path: Once the printhead touches the edges of the paper, it may leave some ink or debris on the bottom of the printhead. If necessary, run a cleaning cycle or manually inspect and clean the printhead using a lint-free cloth and appropriate cleaning solution.
Check the paper alignment: Paper that is not aligned properly can cause excessive curling. Ensure the paper has been loaded correctly and is snug against the feed guides but not too tight. If you follow these steps, you should witness a vast improvement in your print quality, with the spray-like marks disappearing.
Troubleshooting printers can be a messy job — it’s often a case of trial and error. So we cannot do remote troubleshooting, make suggestions, or do printer repair support (https://bchtechnologies.com/printer-repair-service. )There is high demand, and we work on a first-come, first-serve basis. So, it could take a few weeks before your printer can drop it off. Our services are designed to fix a full printer or sections, along with a detailed process. But we accept we are not the cheapest of rates. Therefore, we cannot stress enough how much we recommend you outsource to yourself through online knowledge. Your first task would be to find either YouTube or go straight to our channel homepage (https://youtube.com/@bchtechnologies) and use the search icon (located to the right of the "About" menu on the menu bar) to find specific videos. I get dozens of queries every day about videos you would want for particular topics. Recalling every footage when you’ve made them for nine years is challenging. So, the best way would be to use YouTube’s search function. Not to mention that YouTube could also recommend other channels’ relevant videos that may help you.
Thank you for contacting us again; we appreciate your concern and engagement! If you need any further assistance or clarification, please let us know!
Answer: Thanks for contacting BCH Technologies. First, I apologize for the delayed response to your question. I know printer problems can be annoying, especially when working within a strict time frame or particular project criteria. I also appreciate your careful consideration. You have done some troubleshooting on your own using our YouTube channel (https://youtube.com/@bchtechnologies). Thanks to your support, we continue to publish more content for our community.
Now, let’s get to your problem. The marks you see on your printouts aren’t due to ink spraying, according to your description. Instead, they occur because the paper curls upward and contacts the bottom of the printhead. Using thicker photo stock or specialty papers is a common cause of this.
Here’s one way to work around this issue:
Activate the Thick Paper Setting: The Epson L18050 has an adjustable printhead height for thicker media, so make sure to enable the thick paper setting. To access this:
- On your computer, go to your Printer Preferences.
- In the paper or media settings, look for a setting that’s called something along the lines of “Thick Paper.”
- Toggle this option and save your changes.
Clean the Printhead Path: Once the printhead touches the edges of the paper, it may leave some ink or debris on the bottom of the printhead. If necessary, run a cleaning cycle or manually inspect and clean the printhead using a lint-free cloth and appropriate cleaning solution.
Check the paper alignment: Paper that is not aligned properly can cause excessive curling. Ensure the paper has been loaded correctly and is snug against the feed guides but not too tight. If you follow these steps, you should witness a vast improvement in your print quality, with the spray-like marks disappearing.
Troubleshooting printers can be a messy job — it’s often a case of trial and error. So we cannot do remote troubleshooting, make suggestions, or do printer repair support (https://bchtechnologies.com/printer-repair-service. )There is high demand, and we work on a first-come, first-serve basis. So, it could take a few weeks before your printer can drop it off. Our services are designed to fix a full printer or sections, along with a detailed process. But we accept we are not the cheapest of rates. Therefore, we cannot stress enough how much we recommend you outsource to yourself through online knowledge. Your first task would be to find either YouTube or go straight to our channel homepage (https://youtube.com/@bchtechnologies) and use the search icon (located to the right of the "About" menu on the menu bar) to find specific videos. I get dozens of queries every day about videos you would want for particular topics. Recalling every footage when you’ve made them for nine years is challenging. So, the best way would be to use YouTube’s search function. Not to mention that YouTube could also recommend other channels’ relevant videos that may help you.
Thank you for contacting us again; we appreciate your concern and engagement! If you need any further assistance or clarification, please let us know!