How do I print a cleaning page to fix print quality issues?
On the product control panel, press OK, scroll to the Service menu and press OK, then scroll to the Cleaning Page option and press OK. The cleaning process takes a few minutes to complete — do not turn the product off until it has finished, then discard the printed page. This process helps remove paper, toner, and dust particles that can cause toner specks, smears, streaks, or repeating marks. (Page 64)
From the official HP Laserjet Pro M202dw manual, page 64
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How do I fix toner specks and streaks on my HP M202dw?
On the product control panel, press OK, scroll to the Service menu and press OK, then scroll to the Cleaning Page option and press OK. The cleaning process takes a few minutes to complete — do not turn the product off until it has finished, then discard the printed page. This process helps remove paper, toner, and dust particles that can cause toner specks, smears, streaks, or repeating marks. (Page 64)
What should I do if my M202dw is printing smudges or repeating marks?
On the product control panel, press OK, scroll to the Service menu and press OK, then scroll to the Cleaning Page option and press OK. The cleaning process takes a few minutes to complete — do not turn the product off until it has finished, then discard the printed page. This process helps remove paper, toner, and dust particles that can cause toner specks, smears, streaks, or repeating marks. (Page 64)
What should I do if my M202dw is printing smudges or repeating marks?
On the product control panel, press OK, scroll to the Service menu and press OK, then scroll to the Cleaning Page option and press OK. The cleaning process takes a few minutes to complete — do not turn the product off until it has finished, then discard the printed page. This process helps remove paper, toner, and dust particles that can cause toner specks, smears, streaks, or repeating marks. (Page 64)
How do I run a cleaning cycle on the HP LaserJet Pro M202dw?
On the product control panel, press OK, scroll to the Service menu and press OK, then scroll to the Cleaning Page option and press OK. The cleaning process takes a few minutes to complete — do not turn the product off until it has finished, then discard the printed page. This process helps remove paper, toner, and dust particles that can cause toner specks, smears, streaks, or repeating marks. (Page 64)
Why is my HP M202dw printing with poor quality and how do I resolve it?
On the product control panel, press OK, scroll to the Service menu and press OK, then scroll to the Cleaning Page option and press OK. The cleaning process takes a few minutes to complete — do not turn the product off until it has finished, then discard the printed page. This process helps remove paper, toner, and dust particles that can cause toner specks, smears, streaks, or repeating marks. (Page 64)
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