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08-01-2020 02:53 AM
My printer passes all diagnostic tests when I shove the paper beyond the inserted instructions. But if I place paper exactly in the tray, as specified. The wheels don't pull on it to make it run through completely.
08-03-2020 10:00 AM
Welcome to the HP support community.
Clean the paper pick rollers
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Turn off the printer.
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Wait until the printer is idle and silent, and then disconnect the power cord and any cables from the rear of the printer.
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Remove the paper stack from the input tray.
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Lift the printer and place it on its side or back.
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Pull out the paper tray, and then locate the gray paper pick rollers.
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Lightly dampen a cotton swab with water, and then squeeze it to remove any excess water.
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Clean the rollers with the swab, rotating the rollers with your fingers to completely clean them.
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Allow the rollers to dry for two minutes.
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Set the printer upright.
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Reconnect the power cord, and then turn on the printer.
You can refer this HP document for more assistance:- Click here
I hope that helps.
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Sandytechy20
I am an HP Employee