6Work with cartridges

•Check the estimated ink levels

•Replace the cartridges

•Order ink supplies

•Clean cartridges

•Clean for back of page ink smearing

•Clean paper feed

•Cartridge warranty information

•Tips for working with ink

Check the estimated ink levels

Touch the Ink Status icon at the top of the Home screen to display the estimated ink levels.

NOTE: If you have installed a refilled or remanufactured cartridge, or a cartridge that has been used in another printer, the ink level indicator might be inaccurate or unavailable.

NOTE: Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning purposes only. When you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a replacement cartridge available to avoid possible printing delays. You do not have to replace the cartridges until the print quality is unacceptable.

NOTE: Ink from the cartridges is used in the printing process in a number of different ways, including in the initialization process, which prepares the product and cartridges for printing, and in printhead servicing, which keeps print nozzles clear and ink flowing smoothly. In addition, some residual ink is left in the cartridge after it is used. For more information, see www.hp.com/go/inkusage.

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Order ink supplies

Tips for working with ink

Work with cartridges

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