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Issue description
When printing from the High Capacity Input Tray (HCIT), the printouts come out skewed. Observers say that the issue usually occurs right after the tray has been loaded with paper.
Possible cause
A number of possible causes might produce this issue. Here are a few of them:
- Paper damage such as paper edge curled and dog ears
- HCIT or 3000-sheet tray is not properly latched to the printer
- Paper size loaded in the tray is incorrect
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Recommended solution
Perform these steps below to fix the issue:
Step | Action | Yes | No |
1 | Check the condition of the paper loaded in the HCIT or 3000-sheet tray. Does the paper exhibit any damage such as dog ears, excessive curl, or damaged edges? | See Step 2. | Issue resolved |
2 | Replace the paper in the tray with a fresh ream of media and make sure that it is the correct size. Did this resolve the issue? | Issue resolved | See Step 3. |
3 | Make sure the floor is flat, level, and even under the printer as well as under the input and output options. Did this resolve the issue? | Issue resolved | See Step 4. |
4 | Check the latch engagement of the HCIT to make sure both latches are fully engaged. See sample images below of a properly latched HCIT. Are the latches on the HCIT fully engaged? | Issue resolved | See Contacting Lexmark. |
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Please be near the product/s described in this article to expedite the support process and reduce callbacks.
LEGACY ID: SO8401
Ensure that the end user-level checkshave been performed before proceeding with service.
If you have any questions or encounter problems when performing the steps above, please contact your next level of support (L2 or L3) or Lexmark Technical Support for additional troubleshooting.