HP 1410xi, 1417 manual Clean the print cartridges

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Clean the print cartridges

Use this feature of your HP Image Zone software when the self-test report shows streaking or white lines through any of the lines of color. Do not clean print cartridges unnecessarily, as this wastes ink and shortens the life of the print cartridges.

If copy or print quality still seems poor after you clean the print cartridges, try cleaning the print cartridge contacts before replacing the affected print cartridge. For information on cleaning the print cartridge contacts, see Clean the print cartridge contacts or around the ink nozzles. For information on replacing the print cartridges, see Replace the print cartridges.

Clean the print cartridge contacts or around the ink nozzles

If the Check Print Cartridge light remains on after you have cleaned and removed and reinserted the print cartridge you may need to clean the print cartridge contacts.

If ink streaks and smudges appear on your printed pages, debris might be on the print cartridge. You can clean around the nozzles to remove this debris.

Make sure you have the following materials available:

Dry foam rubber swabs, lint-free cloth, or any soft material that will not come apart or leave fibers.

Distilled, filtered, or bottled water (tap water might contain contaminants that can damage the print cartridges).

Caution Do not touch the copper-colored contacts or ink nozzles. Touching these parts can result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections.

1.Turn on the HP All-in-One and open the print-carriage access door.

2.After the print carriage has moved to the center, unplug the power cord from the back of the HP All-in-One.

3.Remove the print cartridge.

Caution Do not remove both print cartridges at the same time. Remove and clean each print cartridge one at a time so the ink does not dry on the nozzles. Do not leave a print cartridge outside the HP All-in-One for more than 30 minutes.

4.Dip a clean foam rubber swab into distilled water and squeeze any excess water from it.

5.Hold the print cartridge by its sides or place it on a piece of paper with the ink nozzles facing up.

6.Clean only the copper-colored contacts or the area around the ink nozzle area, as shown below.

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Copper-colored contacts

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Nozzle plate (do not clean)

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Ink nozzles (do not clean)

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Face and edges around the ink nozzles

7.Slide the print cartridge back into the slot. Push the print cartridge forward until it clicks into place.

8.Repeat if necessary for the other print cartridge.

9.Close the print-carriage access door and plug the power cord back into the HP All-in-One.

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Contents HP PSC 1400 All-in-One series Legal Information Safety informationUser Guide Page Contents HP PSC 1400 All-in-One series HP All-in-One at a glance HP All-in-One overviewStatus light overview Control panel overviewDescription Use the HP Image Zone to do more with your HP All-in- One Setup GuideFind more information HP Image Zone Help Connection informationReadme Click the Share my printers with other computers box Load an original Load originals and load paperChoose papers for printing and copying Avoid these papers in your HP All-in-One Load paperAddition, do not Copy to these papers Load 10 x 15 cm 4 x 6 inch photo paper Load envelopes, postcards, and Hagaki Paper Avoid paper jamsTips Load originals and load paper Paper type Control panel setting Use the copy featuresSet the copy paper type Press Start Copy Black or Start Copy ColorIncrease copy speed or quality Paper type Control panel setting Glossy Hagaki PhotoMake multiple copies Resize an original to fit onto letter or A4 paper Make a borderless copy of a photoPress Start Copy Color Stop copying Print from a software application Print from your computerTo print from the software application Windows To print from the software application MacStop a print job Make the HP All-in-One the default printerScan from the control panel Use the scan featuresStop scanning Adjust the preview imageUse HP Instant Share Send images using your computerOverview Get startedClick the HP Instant Share tab Send images using the HP Image Zone software WindowsUse HP Instant Share Use HP Instant Share Order other supplies Order suppliesPrint cartridges HP reorder number Country/Region Number for ordering Maintain your HP All-in-One Clean the HP All-in-OneCheck the estimated ink levels Print a self-test report To check the ink levels from the HP Solution Center Windows Work with print cartridges Replace the print cartridgesEnvironment/recycle/inkjet.html Align the print cartridges Clean the print cartridge contacts or around the ink nozzles Clean the print cartridgesChapter Setup troubleshooting Troubleshooting informationBefore you call HP Support View the Readme fileMy HP All-in-One does not turn on Hardware setup troubleshootingMy USB cable is not connected HP All-in-One does not print Troubleshooting informationSoftware installation troubleshooting Red X appears on the USB connect prompt Received a message that an unknown error has occurredDigital Imaging Monitor does not appear in the system tray To uninstall from a Windows computer, preferred method Uninstall and reinstall the softwareTo uninstall from a Windows computer alternate method Launch ReinstallPaper troubleshooting Operational troubleshootingPrint cartridge troubleshooting Device update Windows Device updateDevice update Mac Return your HP All-in-One for service Warranty upgradesGet HP support HP customer supportContact HP Access your serial number and service IDTo print a self-test report + 27 11 Hewlett-Packard Limited Warranty Statement HP product Duration of limited warranty Chapter Technical information Paper specificationsSystem requirements Paper-tray capacitiesPrint margin specifications Print specificationsType Top leading edgeScan specifications Copy specificationsMode Resolution dpi Mode Speed ppm Print resolution dpiPower specifications Physical specificationsEnvironmental specifications Protecting the environment Ozone productionPaper use Material safety data sheetsPlastics Recycling programRegulatory model identification number Regulatory noticesFCC statement Technical information Technical information Cancel Symbols/NumericsIndex Order Declaration of conformity Declaration of conformity European Economic AreaQ7286-90158
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