maintain your hp psc

chapter 9

3Wash the backing gently to loosen debris; do not scrub the backing.

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 device as well as the front panel.

Note: To avoid damage to painted parts of the HP PSC, do not use alcohol or alcohol-based cleaning products on the front panel or the lid of the

HP PSC.

work with print cartridges

To ensure the best print quality from your HP PSC, you will need to perform some simple maintenance procedures and, when prompted by a front panel message, replace the print cartridges.

This section contains the following topics:

•check the ink levels on page 80

•print a self-test report on page 81

•handle print cartridges on page 82

•replace the print cartridges on page 83

•use a photo print cartridge on page 85

•use the print cartridge protector on page 85

•align the print cartridges on page 86

•clean the print cartridges on page 87

•clean the print cartridge contacts on page 87

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 Photo & Imaging Director (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.

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