Does The Ink Of DeskJet Printer Gets Dried If Not Used For A Week?

[HP990]

Hello Guys, I have recently bought a HP DeskJet 1510 All In One Printer. But the Shopkeeper said me that the Ink of the DeskJet printer gets Dried up if not used once for a week or two. Is that true? If yes is there a way to get back my ink?

I have seen some Diagnostic Option in HP Printer Assistant is that the option?

Please help me. Thank You...........:smileyhappy:

[banhien]

Hi,

The shopkeeper may be right in some ways, dry ink may clog the "jets", but not 1 week. This will require more inks to clean. Please read the following article for more information when getting logged ink cartridges:

   http://www.wikihow.com/Fix-an-Old-or-Clogged-Ink-Cartridge-the-Cheap-Way

Regards.

[Charles001]

Should not. But do turn off the printer use the power button, so it has a chance to park the cartridge and cap it. If not power down properly, the printhead on the cartridge could get dry and clogged.

[Ciara_B]

Hi HP990

I'd have to agree with Charles. Powering down at the On/Off switch is always recommended as it will ensure the cartridges get capped properly.

The DJ 1510 uses IPH (integrated printheads). They won't 'dry out' if not used for a week. If you happen to run into any print quality issues you can always run a Cartridge Clean using the automated tool, see the link below for details...

http://support.hp.com/us-en/document/c03800862

[Blueox]

Yes. How do I get the ink to work again ? I have tried new ink. It will not go into the machine either.

[Steve73]

Mine seems to have.  I cleaned the bottom of the cartridges with a clean soft paper, and it did start to print blue.  I read where using hot water would work, to loosen up the cartridge. I am going to try a hair dryer instead, and clean the ink port with a soft paper towel.  I'll report later if it works.  Not under warranty  anymore anyway. At least it scans Just got it 6 or so months ago, discontinued at target.

[vishy_e]

Hi,

Recently got HP Photosmart D5368 printer,  would like to know the ink will get dry if the printer is not used regularly/ long time, if yes, then what is the best way to handle?  also can we keep the catridge outside and use when ever needed. 

 Using Black 860 and Color 857