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Print Head Cleaning
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Print Head Cleaning
If print quality has declined and the nozzle check pattern indicates clogged nozzles, you can clean the
print head.
Note: You may not be able to clean the print head when the ink level in any of the tanks is low. You may
have to refill the ink tank first.
Cleaning the Print Head Using the Product Buttons
Cleaning the Print Head Using a Computer Utility
Parent topic: Print Head Maintenance
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Print Head Nozzle Check
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Refilling Ink
Cleaning the Print Head Using the Product Buttons
You can clean the print head using the buttons on your product.
1. Make sure no product lights are indicating errors.
2. Load a few sheets of plain paper in the product.
3. Hold down the cancel button for 3 seconds to start the cleaning cycle.
The power light flashes throughout the cleaning cycle and stays on when the cleaning cycle is
finished.
Caution: Never turn off the product or open the front cover during a cleaning cycle or you may not
be able to print.