HP 382 Maintaining the printer, Storing supplies, Checking the status of supplies

Periodically, certain tasks are required to maintain optimum print quality.

Choose a cool, clean storage area for the printer supplies. Store supplies right side up in their original packing until you are ready to use them.

Do not expose supplies to:

•Direct sunlight

•Temperatures above 35°C (95°F)

•High humidity above 80%

•Salty air

•Corrosive gases

•Heavy dust

A message appears on the display when a replacement supply item is needed or when maintenance is required.

Checking the status of supplies from the printer control panel

You can check the status of printer supplies by printing a menu settings page:

1Make sure the printer is on and Ready appears.

2From the printer control panel, press .

3Press the arrow buttons until Reports appears, and then press .

4Press the arrow buttons until Menu Settings Page appears, and then press .

Checking the status of supplies from a network computer

Note: The computer must be connected to the same network as the printer.

1Type the printer IP address into the address field of your Web browser.

Note: If you do not know the IP address of the printer, print a network setup page and locate the IP address in the TCP/IP section.

2Click Device Status. The Device Status page appears, displaying a summary of supply levels.

Maintaining the printer

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