Digital BW, The Print

jrtolliverjr wrote:
> Two weeks ago I switched an Epson 2200 to Ultratone ink cartridges.
> I adore the inkset 
> and would like to continue using it, however I lose nozzles 2-3
> times per day. 
> 
> After noticing bands in my print, I confirm via nozzle check that
> some heads are missing 
> and then run up to three cleaning cycles before letting the printer
> rest for 3 hours. Upon 
> return I print a small test image and then continue head cleaning
> until all the nozzles 
> appear (usually the first cycle upon return). This will usually
> allow me to make two good 
> 13x19 prints before the bands appear or an entire ink drops off
> altogether and I repeat 
> the above cycle.
> 
> So far I have done the following to address the issue:
> 1) regulated humidity and temp in the room
> 2) re-installed OEM inks, which brings nozzles on-line immediately
> 3) used windex in the parking pad
> 
> Any suggestions as to how I might proceed?

It may be worthwhile to check that the air inlets on top of the cart are 
not obstructed. I have not experienced this problem, but I could imagine
a partial blockage there -- like a piece of tape still in place -- could lead
to ink starvation.

Peter Marquis-Kyle
www.marquis-kyle.com.au