Repeating defects
1. Print a few more pages to see if the problem corrects itself.
2. If the distance between defects is 38 mm (1.5 inches), 55 mm (2.2 inches), or 94 mm
(3.7 inches), the print cartridge might need to be replaced. See
Repetitive defect ruler
.
3. If the distance between defects is 47 mm (1.9 inches) or 94 mm (3.7 inches) one of the
components in the maintenance kit might need to be replaced. See
Printer preventive
maintenance
.
4. Clean the inside of the MFP and run a cleaning page to clean the fuser. (See
Cleaning
the MFP
.)
5. The MFP might be due for maintenance. Check this by printing a copy of the supplies
status page. (See
Checking the MFP configuration
.) If maintenance is due, order and
install the printer maintenance kit or the ADF maintenance kit. (See
Performing
preventive maintenance
.)
Also see
Repeating image
.