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02-25-2022 11:39 AM
Is there any way to get my printer to accept recycled cartridges? I have tried uninstalling and putting in an old HP cartridge, then reinstalling after a 10 minute wait, but the printer does not print all the colors.
I know HP Wants to hold us hostage to their ink and their inane 'instant ink' program, but I prefer to use reccycled cartridges.
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02-25-2022 03:31 PM
If some colors are not printing properly the likely issue is a poor cartridge. You can confirm this is the case by removing the color cartridge and gently blotting the printhead against a damp tissue. A good cartridge will show a strong blot of cyan, magenta and yellow, your "recycled" cartridge is likely missing one or more colors.
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02-25-2022 03:31 PM
If some colors are not printing properly the likely issue is a poor cartridge. You can confirm this is the case by removing the color cartridge and gently blotting the printhead against a damp tissue. A good cartridge will show a strong blot of cyan, magenta and yellow, your "recycled" cartridge is likely missing one or more colors.
I am not an employee of HP, I am a volunteer posting here on my own time.
If your problem is solved please click the "Accept as Solution" button
If my answer was helpful please click "Yes" to the "Was this post helpful" question.
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