7Close the printhead latch. Press down to ensure it is in the lock position.

8 Close the covers.

9 Wait while the printer initializes the printheads and prints two alignment pages.

To clean the printhead contacts manually

To find out which printheads are compatible with your printer, see Supplies.

CAUTION

Clean the printhead contacts only after you have attempted to clean the printheads

 

 

automatically. See To clean printheads automatically. Printhead contacts contain sensitive

 

 

electronic components that can be damaged easily.

 

 

 

1

Ensure the printer is plugged in and turned on.

2

Lift the ink cartridge cover and printhead cover.

3Wait two or three seconds, and then unplug the printer power cord.

4Lift to open the printhead latch.

5Lift the handle of a printhead and use it to pull the printhead out of its slot.

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