Reference Guide

reference guide
maintain your hp psc
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print a self-test report
If you are experiencing problems with printing, print a Self-Test Report before
you replace the print cartridges.
1 Press and hold down Cancel.
2 Press Start Copy, Color.
The HP PSC prints a Self-Test Report, which might indicate the source of
any problems you might be having.
3 Check the color blocks for streaking or white lines.
– Missing color blocks might indicate that the tri-color print cartridge is
out of ink. You might need to clean or replace your print cartridges.
– Streaks might indicate clogged nozzles or dirty contacts. You might
need to clean the print cartridges. Do not clean with alcohol.
For information on replacing ink cartridges, see replace the print cartridges on
page 34 and for information on cleaning print cartridges, see clean the print
cartridge contacts on page 39.
handle print cartridges
Before you replace a print cartridge, you should know the part names and how
to handle the print cartridge.
Color blocks
Plastic tape with
pink pull tab
(must be removed)
Copper contacts
Ink nozzles
under tape
Do not touch the copper contacts or the ink nozzles