Lexmark 70E Printer User Manual


 
Cleaning the printhead nozzles
If you have not been using the printer for a long period, then you may need to clean the printhead nozzles to improve
the quality of your prints. Keep your printer plugged to a properly grounded, working electrical outlet to allow it to
perform automatic maintenance cycles.
Notes:
Cleaning the printhead nozzles uses ink, so clean them only when necessary.
Deep cleaning uses more ink, so try the Clean Printhead option first to save ink.
If the ink levels are too low, you must replace the ink cartridges before you can clean the printhead nozzles.
1 Load paper.
2 From the printer control panel, navigate to:
> Setup > > Maintenance >
3 Press the up or down arrow button to scroll to Clean Printhead or Deep Clean Printhead, and then
press .
A cleaning page prints.
Cleaning the exterior of the printer
1 Make sure that the printer is turned off and unplugged from the wall outlet.
CAUTION—SHOCK HAZARD: To avoid the risk of electric shock when cleaning the exterior of the printer,
unplug the power cord from the wall outlet and disconnect all cables to the printer before proceeding.
2
Remove all paper from the printer.
3 Dampen a clean, lintfree cloth with water.
Warning—Potential Damage: Do not use household cleaners or detergents, as they may damage the finish of
the printer.
4 Wipe only the outside of the printer, making sure to remove any ink residue that has accumulated on the paper
exit tray.
Warning—Potential Damage:
Using a damp cloth to clean the interior may cause damage to your printer.
5 Make sure the printer is dry before beginning a new print job.
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