3Gently hold the nozzles against the cloth for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown.

4Using another clean section of the cloth, gently hold the cloth against the contacts for about three seconds, and then wipe in the direction shown.

5With another clean section of the cloth, repeat step 3 and step 4, and then let the nozzles and contacts dry completely.

6Reinsert the print cartridge(s), and then print the document again.

7If the print quality does not improve, clean the print nozzles, and then try printing the document again.

8Repeat step 7 up to two more times.

9If print quality is still not satisfactory, replace the print cartridge(s).

Preserving the print cartridges

Keep new cartridges in their packaging until you are ready to install them.

Do not remove a cartridge from the printer except to replace, clean, or store it in an airtight container. The cartridges do not print correctly if left exposed for an extended period of time.

Cleaning the scanner glass

1Dampen a clean, lint-free cloth with water.

2Gently wipe the scanner glass clean.

Note: Make sure all ink or corrective fluid on a document is dry before placing the document on the scanner glass.

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Lexmark 2600 manual Cleaning the scanner glass, Preserving the print cartridges