Is an inkjet printer printing a void? Check it out first. There are several options and among them - either the ink is out or the cartridge is clogged, dried up. In this case, the easiest way is to buy a new cartridge. But this is not always beneficial.
How to remanufacture a cartridge and save money? Read below.
How do I restore a dry cartridge?
Three methods are used to remove dried ink from a cartridge:
- cleaning cartridge nozzles - standard procedure. Printers have a nozzle cleaning mode. We proceed as follows:
- check nozzles using a standard utility. For example, for Epson printers, this is Nozzle Check;
- if the test showed a problem, then start the cleaning mode;
- we print a test page.
- rinsing with water jet... This method is effective and safe - the risk of damage to the cartridge is minimal. Sequencing:
- carefully disassemble the cartridge;
- we substitute the lid with nozzles under a stream of warm water (in no case hot). For the best effect, add a soap solution (dishwashing liquid is suitable);
- gently wipe the cartridge with paper and leave to dry;
- dry and assemble the cartridge.
- soak dried cartridge:
- on a cloth moistened with distilled water, put the printer head with the nozzles down;
- leave for a day;
- we create pressure in the ventilation hole - we blow through the head, resting it on a moistened cloth. Blow until an ink stain appears on it.
After completing the procedure, insert the cartridge back, print a test page.
Printer maintenance
Simple tips:
- Regular printing: To avoid clogging the nozzles, print to the printer at least once a week. Print a color page to clean more than just the black ink nozzle;
- paper: Please make sure it is suitable for inkjet printers before purchasing.
Helpful article: “The printer prints blank sheets. What to do?"
In addition to the listed tips, you can check out the video review of inkjet printers from Epson
