User Guide
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The instructions in this user guide are for replacing ink cartridges, and are not intended for rst time
installation. For the rst time installation, follow the instructions in the setup poster provided with the
printer.
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When you turn the printer o, always use the ( Power ) button. This allows the printer to cap the
printhead and protect it from damage. For more information, see Turn the printer o.
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Do not clean the printhead unnecessarily. This wastes ink and shortens the life of the cartridges.
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Handle ink cartridges carefully. Dropping, jarring, or rough handling during installation can cause
temporary printing problems.
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If you are transporting the printer, do the following to prevent ink leaking from the printer or other
damage from occurring to the printer:
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Make sure you turn o the printer by pressing the ( Power ) button. Wait until all sounds of
internal motion stop before unplugging the printer. For more information, see
Turn the printer o.
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The printer must be transported sitting at; it should not be placed on its side, back, front, or top.
CAUTION: HP recommends that you replace any missing cartridges as soon as possible to avoid print quality
issues and possible extra ink usage or damage to the ink system. Never turn o the printer when ink
cartridges are missing.
Check the estimated ink levels
You can check the estimated ink levels from the HP printer software or from the printer control panel. For
information about using the HP printer software, see Printer management tools.
To check the estimated ink levels from the printer control panel
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Press and hold the ( Cancel ) button for ve seconds to print the printer status report.
NOTE: Ink level alerts and indicators provide estimates for planning purposes only. When you receive a low-
ink alert, consider having a replacement cartridge available to avoid possible printing delays. You do not have
to replace the cartridges until the print quality becomes unacceptable.
NOTE: If you have installed a relled or remanufactured cartridge, or a cartridge that has been used in
another printer, the ink level indicator might be inaccurate or unavailable.
NOTE: Ink from the cartridges is used in the printing process in a number of dierent ways, including in the
initialization process, which prepares the printer and cartridges for printing, and in printhead servicing, which
keeps print nozzles clear and ink owing smoothly. In addition, some residual ink is left in the cartridge after
it is used. For more information, see www.hp.com/go/inkusage .
Replace the ink cartridges
If you do not already have replacement ink cartridges for the printer, see Order ink cartridges. Not all
cartridges are available in all countries/regions.
CAUTION: HP recommends that you replace any missing cartridges as soon as possible to avoid print quality
issues and possible extra ink usage or damage to the ink system. Never turn o the printer when ink
cartridges are missing.
For information on recycling used ink supplies, see HP inkjet supplies recycling program.
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