Preserving Print Cartridges - Lexmark Z51 User Manual

Preserving print cartridges

To ensure the longest life from your print cartridge and optimum
performance from your printer:
• Keep a print cartridge in its packaging until you are ready to
install it.
• Do not remove a print cartridge from the printer except to
replace, clean, or store it in a print cartridge storage unit. The
print cartridge will not print correctly if removed from the
printer and left exposed for an extended period of time.
• If a print cartridge runs out of ink, leave the empty cartridge in
the printer until you are ready to replace it. Printing with one
of the print cartridge carriers empty may cause printer
problems.
• Do not refill print cartridges. Refilling empty print cartridges
invalidates your warranty. Incompatible inks can cause
damage to the printhead or to the printer. For best results, use
Lexmark supplies with the printer.
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