maintain your hp fax
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1:Clean Print Cartridge 2:Align Print Cartridge 3:Restore Factory Defaults 4:Reprint Faxes in Memory
A test page is printed as the print cartridges are cleaned. Recycle or discard the page.
If copy or print quality still seem poor after you clean the print cartridges, try cleaning the print cartridge contacts before replacing the print cartridge that is affected. For information on replacing print cartridges, see replace the print cartridges on page 67.
A test page is printed as the print cartridges are cleaned. Recycle or discard the page.
clean the print cartridge contacts
Clean the print cartridge contacts only if you get repeated front panel messages prompting you to check a print cartridge after you already have cleaned or aligned the print cartridges.
Before cleaning remove the cartridge and verify that nothing is covering the print cartridge contacts then reinstall the cartridge. If you continue to get messages to check the cartridges, clean the contacts.
Caution! Do not remove both print cartridges at the same time. Remove and clean each print cartridge one at a time.
Make sure you have the following materials available:
•Dry foam rubber swabs,
•Distilled, filtered, or bottled water (tap water might contain contaminants that can damage the print cartridges).
Caution! Do not use platen cleaners or alcohol to clean the print cartridge contacts. These can damage the print cartridge or the HP Fax.
1Turn the HP Fax on and open the
2After the carriage stops moving, unplug the power cord from the back of the HP Fax.
3Push down on the top of the print cartridge to release it, and then pull it toward you out of its slot.
4Inspect the print cartridge contacts for ink and debris buildup.
5Dip a clean foam rubber swab or
6Hold the print cartridge by its sides.
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