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10-25-2025 01:28 AM
Hello Lost25- ,
Thank you for reaching out. Regarding your query on printer head on officejet pro 6978 will not move to remove cartridges that you’re experiencing.
Kindly review the instructions as below :
-were there any hardware or software changes recently
- share more details of the product like serial product numbers or complete model name
- We at HP do not encourage using 3rd party accessories or devices , hardware upgrades unless advised in any form of hp documentation
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https://support.hp.com/us-en/drivers/hp-officejet-pro-6970-all-in-one-printer-series/model/11161264
Use Diagnose & Fix in the HP app to repair common printing issues (Windows, macOS)
https://support.hp.com/sg-en/document/ish_3666269-3612259-16
How to Fix Common HP Printer Problems
https://www.hp.com/us-en/shop/tech-takes/how-to-fix-common-hp-printer-problems
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