Defect Symptom Starvation refers to light print or darkness of the print that fades from the top to the bottom of the page, as below.
Troubleshooting
Check the supplies status as shown as on the "Device Statistics" pages in the "Reports" menu. Replace any toner cartridges that show "Toner Low".
Perform the "Color Adjust" procedure in the "Quality" menu.
Print the "Print Defects Guide" in the "Help" menu and review the print samples.
If the light print affects only one color (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow, or Black), remove, shake, and reinstall the toner cartridge of that color.
If the light print persists after shaking, replace the toner cartridge.
If the light print affects all colors, or persists after completing the above steps, contact Lexmark Technical Support for further assistance.
Contacting Lexmark Please contact Lexmark Technical Support if you need additional assistance.
NOTE: When calling for support, you will be asked for your machine/model type and serial number (SN). If you need help locating your printer's model type and serial number (SN), How to Locate the Serial Number, TLI, Config ID, and Machine Type on the Lexmark C734, C736 or X734, X736, X738 Color Laser Printers.
Please call from near the printer in case the technician on the phone asks you to perform a troubleshooting task on the printer. LEGACY ID: SO6630