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Solution 3: Check if print cartridges are fully inserted

Solution: Remove and then reinsert the print cartridges. Verify that they are fully inserted and locked in place.

Cause: The contacts on the print cartridge were not touching the contacts in the print carriage.

If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.

Solution 4: Align newly installed print cartridges

Solution: You must align the print cartridges to ensure excellent print quality.

If the alignment error persists and you cannot clear it, your print cartridge might be defective. Check to see if your print cartridge is still under warranty and end of warranty date has not been reached.

If the end of warranty date has been reached, purchase a new print cartridge.

If the end of warranty date has not been reached, contact HP support. Go to www.hp.com/support. If prompted, choose your country/region, and then click Contact HP for information on calling for technical support.

For more information, see:

Cartridge warranty information” on page 43

Order ink supplies” on page 42

Cause: You installed new print cartridges that needed alignment.

If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.

Solution 5: Print cartridge might be defective

Solution: Contact HP support for service.

Go to: www.hp.com/support.

If prompted, choose your country/region, and then click Contact HP for information on calling for technical support.

Cause: The print cartridge was defective.

Print cartridges incorrectly installed

Solution: Remove and reinsert the print cartridges and verify that they are fully inserted and locked in place.

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HP C4600, C4680 Solution 3 Check if print cartridges are fully inserted, Solution 4 Align newly installed print cartridges

C4680, C4600 specifications

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