Testing the Printer
8.
If you are not using letter size paper (the factory default setting
for your printer), see the section on SelecType in Chapter 3 for
details on setting the correct paper size.
Performing the self test
Successful completion of the self test indicates that you have set up
your printer correctly and
that
you are ready to connect the printer
to your computer. If you are unable to print this test, see Chapter 7
for troubleshooting information.
The self test also lets you check your print density setting. After you
print
the
self test, check the character pattern to see whether you are
satisfied with the print density. The section in
this
chapter on
adjusting print density describes how to
change
the print density
setting.
Follow
the
steps below to perform the self test:
CAUTION: Never open
the
cover while the printer is
printing.
1.
Be sure that your printer is plugged in and the power is on
before performing the self test.
2.
Be sure that your printer is off line.
(OFF LINE
appears on your
display.) If not, press the
ON LINE
button to set the printer off
line.
3.
Press the
MANUAL
and
SPECIAL
buttons
on
your control panel at
the same time.
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