Chapter 10

To clean the print cartridge contacts

1.Turn on the HP All-in-One and open the print cartridge door. The print carriage moves to the center of the HP All-in-One.

2.Wait until the print carriage is idle and silent, and then unplug the power cord from the back of the HP All-in-One.

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 All- in-One for more than 30 minutes.

4.Inspect the print cartridge contacts for ink and debris buildup.

5.Dip a clean foam rubber swab or lint-free cloth into distilled water, and squeeze any excess water from it.

6.Hold the print cartridge by its sides.

7.Clean only the copper-colored contacts. Allow the print cartridges to dry for approximately ten minutes before reinserting.

Maintain the HP All-in-One

1Copper-colored contacts

2Ink 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 print cartridge door and plug the power cord into the back of the HP All-in-One.

Related topics

•Clean the area around the ink nozzles

•Replace the print cartridges

Clean the area around the ink nozzles

If the HP All-in-One is used in a dusty environment, a small amount of debris might accumulate inside the device. This debris can include dust, hair, carpet, or clothing fibers.

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F4180, F4190, F4172, F4140, F4185 specifications

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