How to Clean Print Heads

Wipe the cartridge with a soft cloth gently., Using a vacuum hose to clean the cartridge nozzle, turn on for no more than a few seconds at a time., Repeat if necessary., Wipe off the residue ink with a soft cloth., Refit and print a test page.

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Step-by-Step Guide

  1. Step 1: Wipe the cartridge with a soft cloth gently.

    Do not press too hard, as it may damage the cartridge. , Regulate using a curtains regulator on the vacuum cleaner. , If the print cartridge is cleaned, ink will be visible.

    If it's a multi-colour cartridge the resultant ink will be black if all 3 jets are clean. , Do not use a harsh cloth like a paper towel. ,
  2. Step 2: Using a vacuum hose to clean the cartridge nozzle

  3. Step 3: turn on for no more than a few seconds at a time.

  4. Step 4: Repeat if necessary.

  5. Step 5: Wipe off the residue ink with a soft cloth.

  6. Step 6: Refit and print a test page.

Detailed Guide

Do not press too hard, as it may damage the cartridge. , Regulate using a curtains regulator on the vacuum cleaner. , If the print cartridge is cleaned, ink will be visible.

If it's a multi-colour cartridge the resultant ink will be black if all 3 jets are clean. , Do not use a harsh cloth like a paper towel. ,

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