Caution Do not use platen cleaners or alcohol to clean the print cartridge contacts. These can damage the print cartridge or the HP
1.Turn on the HP
2.Wait until the print carriage is idle and silent, and then unplug the power cord from the back of the HP
Note When you unplug the power cord, the date and time are erased. You will need to reset the date and time later, when you plug the power cord back in. For more information, see Set the date and time. Any faxes stored in memory are also erased.
3.Lightly press down on the print cartridge to release it, and then pull it toward you out of the slot.
Note Do not remove both print cartridges at the same time. Remove and clean each print cartridge one at a time. Do not leave a print cartridge outside the HP
4.Inspect the print cartridge contacts for ink and debris buildup.
5.Dip a clean foam rubber swab or
6.Hold the print cartridge by its sides.
7.Clean only the
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2 Ink nozzles (do not clean)
8.Slide the print cartridge back into the slot. Push the print cartridge forward until it clicks into place.
9.Repeat if necessary for the other print cartridge.
10.Gently close the
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