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9 Maintain the HP Photosmart
The HP Photosmart requires little maintenance. You might need to replace, align, or clean
your print cartridges from time to time ensure that your printouts are always of the highest
quality. This section provides instructions for keeping the HP Photosmart in top working
condition. Perform these simple maintenance procedures as necessary.
This section contains the following topics:
Work with print cartridges
Clean the HP Photosmart
Reduce energy consumption when the HP Photosmart is off
Turn off the HP Photosmart
Work with print cartridges
To ensure the best print quality from the HP Photosmart, you will need to perform some
simple maintenance procedures and, when prompted by a message on the display,
replace the print cartridges.
This section contains the following topics:
Handle the print cartridges
Replace the print cartridges
Print a self-test report
Check the estimated ink levels
Use a photo print cartridge
Use the print cartridge protector
Align the print cartridges
Clean the print cartridges
Clean the print cartridge contacts
Clean the area around the ink nozzles
Remove ink from your skin and clothing
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Maintain the HP Photosmart