HP F4235, F4240, F4280 Check the estimated ink levels, Choose the right print cartridges

NOTE: Handle the print cartridges carefully. Dropping or jarring cartridges can cause temporary printing problems, or even permanent damage.

Check the estimated ink levels

You can easily check the ink supply level to determine how soon you might need to replace a print cartridge. The ink supply level shows an estimate of the amount of ink remaining in the print cartridges. Actual ink levels may vary.

TIP: You can also print a self-test report to see if your print cartridges might need to be replaced.

NOTE: If the print cartridges were used before being installed in the product, or have been refilled, the estimated ink levels on the Estimated Ink levels tab may be inaccurate or unavailable.

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 print head 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.

To check the ink levels from the HP Photosmart Software

1.In the HP Solution Center, click Settings, point to Print Settings, and then click Printer Toolbox.

NOTE: You can also open the Printer Toolbox from the Print Properties dialog box. In the Print Properties dialog box, click the Features tab, and then click the Printer Services button.

The Printer Toolbox appears.

2.Click the Estimated Ink Level tab.

The estimated ink levels for the print cartridges appear.