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Chapter 9
Manually cleaning print cartridges
If the printer is used in a dusty environment, a small amount of debris can accumulate
on the print cartridge contacts.
To manually clean print cartridges, see the following topics:
Gathering cleaning supplies
Preparing to clean
Cleaning instructions
Gathering cleaning supplies
You will need the following items to clean the print cartridges.
Distilled water (tap water can contain contaminants that can damage the print
cartridge)
Cotton swabs or other soft, lint-free material that will not stick to the print cartridge
Be careful not to get
ink on your hands or clothing as you clean.
Preparing to clean
1 Open the printer cover.
2 Wait until the print cartridge cradle moves to the right side of the printer and is idle
and quiet.
3 Remove the print cartridges and place them on a piece of paper, with the copper
strips facing up.
Caution Do not leave the print cartridges outside the printer for more than
30 minutes.
HP Deskjet 5700 Series 64