Handle The Print Cartridges; Replace The Print Cartridges - HP 3100 User Manual

Chapter 6

Handle the print cartridges

Before you replace or clean a print cartridge, you should know the part names and how
to handle the print cartridges.
1 Copper-colored contacts
2 Plastic tape with pink pull tab (must be removed before installing)
3 Ink nozzles under tape
Hold the print cartridges by their black plastic sides, with the label on top. Do not touch
the copper-colored contacts or the ink nozzles.
NOTE:
temporary printing problems, or even permanent damage.

Replace the print cartridges

Follow these instructions when the ink level is low.
NOTE:
display.
When you receive a low-ink warning message on the display, make sure you have a
replacement print cartridge available. You should also replace the print cartridges when
you see faded text or if you experience print quality issues related to the print cartridges.
To order print cartridges for the HP Fax, go to www.hpshopping.com. If prompted, choose
your country/region, follow the prompts to select your product, and then click one of the
shopping links on the page.
52 Maintain and troubleshoot
Handle the print cartridges carefully. Dropping or jarring cartridges can cause
When the ink level for a print cartridge is low, a message appears on the