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Note Do not remove both print cartridges at the same time. Remove and clean
each print cartridge one at a time. Do not leave a print cartridge outside the
HP all-in-one for more than 30 minutes.
4 Inspect the print cartridge contacts for ink and debris buildup.
5 Dip a clean foam rubber swab or lint-free cloth into distilled water, and squeeze any
excess water from it.
6 Hold the print cartridge by its sides.
7 Clean only the copper-colored contacts. For information on cleaning the ink nozzle
area, see Clean the area around the ink nozzles.
1 Copper-colored contacts
2 Ink nozzles (do not clean)
8 Place the print cartridge back into the print carriage slot and close the latch.
9 Repeat if necessary for the other print cartridge.
10 Gently close the print-carriage access door and plug the power cord into the back
of the HP all-in-one.
Clean the area around the ink nozzles
If the HP all-in-one is used in a dusty environment, a small amount of debris might
accumulate inside the device. This debris can include dust, hair, carpet, or clothing
fibers. When debris gets on the print cartridges, it can cause ink streaks and smudges
on printed pages. Ink streaking can be corrected by cleaning around the ink nozzles as
described here.
Note Clean the area around the ink nozzles only if you continue to see streaks and
smudges on your printed pages after you have already cleaned the print
cartridges by using the control panel or the HP Image Zone. For more
information, see Clean the print cartridges.
Make sure you have the following materials available:
● Dry foam rubber swabs, lint-free cloth, or any soft material that will not come apart
or leave fibers.
● Distilled, filtered, or bottled water (tap water might contain contaminants that can
damage the print cartridges).
Warning Do not touch the copper-colored contacts or ink nozzles. Touching
these parts can result in clogs, ink failure, and bad electrical connections.
Chapter 15
166 HP Photosmart 2600/2700 series all-in-one
Maintain your HP all-in-one