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* You must place
cartridges in
right packaging. Use factory-supplied containers to store extra cartridges. If you use both color and black ink frequently, store
swapped-out cartridge in zip-lock bag.
* Never use
switch on a surge protector to switch off your printer instead of that use your printer's power switch.
* Paper jam is
common problem with printers. To avoid it clean
rollers and
internal mechanism with mild alcohol. Place
paper carefully in
tray to avoid paper jam.
* Before placing
paper stack in
tray confirm that you have to loosen
paper stack to separate them from each other to avoid paper jams.
* Use a mild glass cleaner on a soft cloth to clean exterior side of
printer.
* The quality of printouts depends upon
quality of paper you use. The standard A4 size paper is most ideal for inkjet printers. The poor quality paper absorb
ink resulting in smudge images. To get
best possible images refer your printer manufacturer recommendations. Also while printing photos, use manufacturer-recommended photo paper for better results.
* Use nozzle cleaning function to restore
original print quality. As printer become older it will deliver faint prints and you will see lines running across
page. A nozzle cleaning function blows ink through
nozzle and unclogs it.
* Don't be a penny-wise and pound-foolish. Always use an original ink cartridge. Temptation of using cheap refilled cartridges will prove expensive in long run.
* Avoid shaking
ink cartridge as this can create bubbles in
cartridge that can shut down
printer.
* Call an authorized service person if you find ink leakage. Never open
printer on your own.

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