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I'm getting many vertical lines (think bar code!) when I print or copy.  I've cleaned the print heads per toubleshooting, I've cleaned the glass and ADF per troubleshooting instructions, but the lines persist.  It happens when copying and printing from a file and it does not matter if the item copied is submitted via the flatbed or the ADF.  There are NO LINES when scanning a document.

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@hp_issed

 

Welcome to the HP Forums. I would be happy to help you with your HP HP Officejet Pro 8600 printer. I understand that you are getting vertical lines and you have already done some preliminary troubleshooting. 

 

Don't worry though as I have a few steps to determine the issue and find a solution as well,

  • Clean the ADF rollers.
  • Change the copy settings.
  • Change the paper settings.
  • Reset the printer.

Click here to refer the document and perform troubleshooting steps to fix this issue.

 

If the issue is resolved and you appreciate my help,

Please click the "Accept as Solution" button and the "Thumbs Up".

Let me know how you make out.

 

Cheers.

Sandytechy20
I am an HP Employee

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@hp_issed

 

Welcome to the HP Forums. I would be happy to help you with your HP HP Officejet Pro 8600 printer. I understand that you are getting vertical lines and you have already done some preliminary troubleshooting. 

 

Don't worry though as I have a few steps to determine the issue and find a solution as well,

  • Clean the ADF rollers.
  • Change the copy settings.
  • Change the paper settings.
  • Reset the printer.

Click here to refer the document and perform troubleshooting steps to fix this issue.

 

If the issue is resolved and you appreciate my help,

Please click the "Accept as Solution" button and the "Thumbs Up".

Let me know how you make out.

 

Cheers.

Sandytechy20
I am an HP Employee

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When all else fails, unplug and plug it back in.  I should ahve known that.  Thank you.

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@hp_issed

 

Thanks for the reply.

Superb job on trying the different steps to isolate the issue.

 

Good to know that issue is resolved.

Feel free to contact us in future if you need any assistance.

 

Cheers.

Sandytechy20
I am an HP Employee

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