maintain your hp psc

chapter 7

4Dry the backing with a chamois or soft cloth.

Caution! Do not use paper-based wipes as these might scratch the backing.

5If this does not clean the backing well enough, repeat the previous steps using isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol, and wipe the backing thoroughly with a damp cloth to remove any residual alcohol.

clean the exterior

Use a soft cloth or slightly moistened sponge to wipe dust, smudges, and stains off the case. The interior of the HP psc does not require cleaning. Keep fluids away from the interior of the HP psc as well as the front panel.

work with print cartridges

To ensure the best print quality from your HP psc, you will need to perform some simple maintenance procedures.

This section contains the following topics:

•check the ink levels on page 28

•print a self-test report on page 29

•handle print cartridges on page 29

•replace the print cartridges on page 30

•use a photo print cartridge on page 32

•use a print cartridge protector on page 32

•align the print cartridges on page 33

•clean the print cartridge contacts on page 35

check the ink levels

You can easily check the ink supply level to determine how soon you might need to replace a print cartridge. The ink level supply shows an approximation of the amount of ink remaining in the print cartridges. Checking the ink levels can only be done from the HP Director.

to check the ink level for Windows users

1From the HP Director, choose Settings, choose Print Settings, and then choose Printer Toolbox.

2Click the Estimated Ink Levels tab.

The estimated ink levels appear for the print cartridges.

to check the ink level for Macintosh users

1From the HP Director, choose Settings, and then choose Maintain Printer.

2If the Select Printer dialog box opens, select your HP psc, and then click Utilities.

3From the list, select Ink Level.

The estimated ink levels appear for the print cartridges.

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