Dell 1600n Multifunction Mono Laser Printer User Manual page 155

Misformed characters
Page skew
Curl or wave
Wrinkles or creases
Back of printouts are
page.
The paper may be too damp. Try printing with a different batch of
paper. Do not open packages of paper until necessary so that the
paper does not absorb too much moisture.
If background scatter occurs on an envelope, change the printing
layout to avoid printing over areas that have overlapping seams
on the reverse side. Printing on seams can cause problems.
If background scatter covers the entire surface area of a printed
page, adjust the print resolution through your software application
or the printer properties.
If characters are improperly formed and produce hollow images,
the paper stock may be too slick. Try a different paper. See
"Paper Specifications" on page
If characters are improperly formed and produce a wavy effect,
the scanner unit may need service. For service, contact a service
representative.
Ensure that the paper is loaded properly.
Check the paper type and quality. See
page 200.
Ensure that the paper or other material is loaded correctly and the
guides are not too tight or too loose against the paper stack.
Ensure that the paper is loaded properly.
Check the paper type and quality. Both high temperatures and
humidity can cause paper curl. See
page 200.
Turn over the stack of paper in the paper tray. Also try rotating
the paper 180° in the paper tray.
Ensure that the paper is loaded properly.
Check the paper type and quality. See
page 200.
Turn over the stack of paper in the paper tray. Also try rotating
the paper 180° in the paper tray.
Check for leaks in the toner. Clean the inside of the multi-function
200.
"Paper Specifications" on
"Paper Specifications" on
"Paper Specifications" on