Pen Failure Analysis; Troubleshooting Guide - HP C Maintenance Manual

4. PEN FAILURE ANALYSIS

4.1 Trouble Shooting Guide
There are several things that can be done to recover damaged cartridges. The
following list acts to troubleshoot any problems that may appear.
Problem
Cartridge will not print
White streaks in text or
graphics
Example
"Sheet is blank even after it
has gone underneath
cartridge(s)."
Action
Check to make sure the
tape is off of the
printhead
Re- insert the cartridge
into the carriage
Install a new print
cartridge
Re- insert the cartridge
into the carriage
Wet wipe and purge the
cartridge (There are
clogged nozzles.)
Clean the interconnects
Insert a new print
cartridge
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