Maintaining the All-In-One

  Replacing the print cartridges

  Aligning the print cartridges

  Improving print quality

  Ordering supplies

Replacing the print cartridges

Note: For more information, see Ordering supplies.

Removing a used cartridge

Note: Make sure the All-In-One is on.

1. Lift the scanner unit.
2. Position the scanner support between the tabs to keep the unit open.

   

The print cartridge carrier moves and stops at the loading position, unless the All-In-One is busy.

3. Press down on the cartridge lever to raise the cartridge lid.

   

4. Remove the old cartridge. Store it in an airtight container or dispose of it.

   

Note: If you are removing both cartridges, repeat steps 3 and 4 for the second cartridge.

Installing print cartridges

1. If you are installing new cartridges, remove the sticker and transparent tape from the back and bottom of the cartridges.

   

Warning: Do not touch the gold contact area on the cartridges.

2. Unless they are already open, press down on the cartridge levers to raise the cartridge lids.

   

3. Insert the black cartridge or the photo cartridge in the left carrier. Insert the color cartridge in the right carrier.

   

4. Snap the lids closed.

   

5. Lift the scanner unit and fold the scanner support up while lowering the scanner unit until it is completely closed.

   

Note: The scanner unit must be closed to start a new scan, print, copy, or fax job.

Aligning the print cartridges

The All-In-One will prompt you to align the print cartridge(s) when they are installed or replaced.

1. Load plain paper. For more information, see Loading paper into the paper support.
2. Install the print cartridges and close the scanner unit. For more information, see Installing print cartridges.
3. An alignment page message appears on the control panel display. Press the Arrow button to print the alignment page.
4. The All-In-One prints an alignment page.

During printing, a message on the control panel display reads Printing alignment page.

When printing is finished, the message reads Automatic alignment complete.

The print cartridges are now aligned for optimal print quality.

When to Align Cartridges

You may need to align cartridges when:

Characters are not properly formed, are jagged or rough, or are not aligned at the left margin.
Lines that should be vertical and straight are wavy.

To align the cartridges:

1. Load plain paper. For more information, see Loading paper into the paper support.
2. Open the Lexmark Solution Center. For more information, see Using the Lexmark Solution Center.
3. From the Maintenance tab, click Align to fix blurry edges.
4. Click Print to print an alignment page to auto-align the cartridges.

Improving print quality

If you are not satisfied with the print quality of a document, be sure to:

Use the appropriate paper for the document, for example, use photo paper if you are using a photo cartridge.
Use paper that is a heavier weight, is bright white, or is coated.

Select a higher print quality:

1. From the software application, click File  Print.
2. From the Print dialog box, click Properties, Preferences, or Options.
3. From the Quality/Speed area, select a higher quality setting.
4. Print the document again.

Reinsert the cartridges

If the document still does not have the print quality you want:

1. Remove the print cartridges. For more information, see Removing a used cartridge.
2. Reinsert the print cartridges. For more information, see Installing print cartridges.

If the quality has not improved, continue with Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles.

Cleaning the print cartridge nozzles

Use the Lexmark 3300 Series All-In-One Solution Center to clean the print cartridge nozzles.

1. Load paper. For more information, see Loading paper into the paper support.
2. Click Start  Programs  Lexmark 3300 Series  Lexmark Solution Center.
3. Click the Maintenance tab.
4. Click Clean to fix horizontal streaks.
5. Click Print.

A cleaning page prints, forcing ink through the clogged nozzles to clean them.

6. Print the document again to verify that the print quality has improved.

If you are not satisfied with the print quality, continue with Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts.

Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts

1. Remove the print cartridges. See Removing a used cartridge.
2. Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water.
3. Gently hold the cloth against the nozzles for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown.

   

4. Using another clean section of the cloth, gently hold the cloth against the contacts for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown.

   

5. With another clean section of the cloth, repeat steps 3 through 4.
6. Let the nozzles and contacts dry completely.
7. Reinsert the print cartridges.
8. Print the document again.

If the print quality does not improve, repeat Wiping the print cartridge nozzles and contacts, up to two more times.

If print quality is still not satisfactory, replace the print cartridges. For more information, see Ordering supplies.

Preserving the print cartridges

To ensure the longest life from the print cartridges and optimum performance from the All-In-One:

Keep new print cartridges in their packaging until you are ready to install it.
Do not remove a print cartridge from the All-In-One except to replace, clean, or store it in an airtight container.
When it is not in use, keep the print cartridge in the print cartridge storage unit.

Lexmark's All-In-One warranty does not cover the repair of failures or damage caused by a refilled cartridge. Lexmark does not recommend the use of refilled cartridges. Refilling cartridges can affect print quality and cause damage to the All-In-One. For best results, use Lexmark supplies.

Printing with one cartridge

The All-In-One is capable of printing with only the color cartridge installed.

One cartridge options

When using one cartridge:

There will be no Cartridge Missing message if only the color cartridge is installed.
When using only a color cartridge, the option Print Color Images in Black and White will be grayed out.
If you print a black-and-white copy using a computer, with only the color cartridge installed, you will receive a computer screen message stating: You are making a black and white copy with only a color cartridge installed. For best results, black copies should be made with a black cartridge installed.

If you press the black copy button while in stand-alone mode, using only the color cartridge, you will not receive this message. This is because although you can print with only a color cartridge installed, it is not the most efficient way to print black and white copies.

Cleaning the scanner glass

1. Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water.
2. Gently wipe the scanner glass.

Note: Make sure all ink or corrective fluid on a document is dry before placing it on the scanner glass.

Ordering supplies

To order All-In-One supplies or to locate a dealer near you, visit the Lexmark Web site at www.lexmark.com.

The Lexmark 3300 Series All-In-One uses the following cartridge numbers.

The USB cable part number is12A2405.

Recycling Lexmark products

To return Lexmark products to Lexmark for recycling:

1. Visit our Web site: www.lexmark.com/recycle
2. Follow the instructions on the computer screen.