Reference Guide

hp psc 2300 series

chapter 8

maintain your hp psc

3 Check the Self-Test Report for the following:

– The test patterns are even and show a complete grid. If the grids are

not complete, this might indicate a problem with the nozzles. You might

need to clean the print cartridges. For more information, see clean the

print cartridges on page 69.

– The Low Ink warning message value. The value will appear above the

test pattern for the black, photo (if applicable), or tri-color print

cartridges. This value represents the number of Low Ink warning

messages that have displayed for each of the print cartridges. If the

value displays 1, 2, or 3, the print cartridge might be low on ink. You

might need to replace the print cartridge. For more information on

replacing print cartridges, see replace the print cartridges on

page 65.

– The lines of color extend across the page.

– The color blocks have even consistency. You should see cyan,

magenta, yellow, violet, green, and red color blocks. If color blocks

are missing, this might indicate that the tri-color print cartridge is out of

ink. You might need to replace the print cartridge. For more

information on replacing print cartridges, see replace the print

cartridges on page 65. Also check for streaking or white lines. Streaks

might indicate clogged nozzles or dirty contacts. You might need to

clean the print cartridges. For more information on cleaning the print

cartridges, see clean the print cartridges on page 69. Do not clean

with alcohol.

handle the print cartridges

Before you replace or clean a print cartridge, you should know the part names

and how to handle the print cartridge.

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