vertical line on scanned or printed documents when original is placed in the document feeder

[gjojones]

Vertical line on scanned or printed documents when the original is placed in the document feeder on top of the printer, but not when placed directly on the glass.

[Dragon-Fur · Accepted solution]

@gjojones

There may be a smear, a tiny bit of dirt, or even a scratch on the tiny glass bar used for the ADF.

Clean the glass carefully and shine a flashlight at an angle to illuminate any remaining debris or damage.

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[jsjohnston]

I cleaned the glass so many times, but using the flashlight on the narrow glass, showed a miniscule spot, cleaned it off carefully, and I now have clean copies!  Thank you

[Dragon-Fur]

@jsjohnston

You are welcome.  I am glad you now have "speck free" prints.

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