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08-01-2019 05:28 PM
In attempting to print the black ink has missing lines, color ink is okay. When I run the clean cartridge procedure including initial, second level and third level the diagnostic page still comes up showing missing lines in black ink.
My Windows 10 is Version 1903 installed on 7/27/2019, OS Build 18362.267 and my computer is a Dell Inspiron 580
I've had this problem before and the only way to solve it is to replace the cartridge. I've had it happen to the color cartridge in the past too and only solved it by replacement. Ink is too expensive to continue to do this. I use only HP ink cartridges.
Thank you.
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08-04-2019 11:13 AM - last edited on 06-24-2024 08:31 AM by SofiaML
@Bogeyman1, Welcome to the HP Support Community!
Try making a standalone Black copy and check if the issue persists.
Power reset the printer
- With the printer turned on, disconnect the power cord from the rear of the printer.
- Wait at least 60 seconds.
- Reconnect the power cord to the rear of the printer.
- Turn ON the printer, if it does not automatically turn on.
- Wait until the printer is idle and silent before you proceed.
Update the printer firmware
Click here to download and install the latest firmware from your computer.
Click here to know different methods of updating printer firmware.
Check the estimated ink levels
On the printer control panel, touch the Ink icon to display the current estimated ink levels.
Align the printer
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On the printer control panel, swipe the display to the left, and then touch Setup
.
The Setup menu displays.
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Swipe the display down, and then touch Printer Maintenance.
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Touch Align Printer.
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After the printer prints the alignment page, touch OK, and then recycle or discard the alignment page.
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Try to print.
If this does not help, keep me posted for further assistance.
If you feel my post solved your issue, please click “Accept as Solution”, it will help others find the solution. Click the “Kudos/Thumbs Up" on the bottom right to say “Thanks” for helping!
KUMAR0307
I am an HP Employee
08-04-2019 11:13 AM - last edited on 06-24-2024 08:31 AM by SofiaML
@Bogeyman1, Welcome to the HP Support Community!
Try making a standalone Black copy and check if the issue persists.
Power reset the printer
- With the printer turned on, disconnect the power cord from the rear of the printer.
- Wait at least 60 seconds.
- Reconnect the power cord to the rear of the printer.
- Turn ON the printer, if it does not automatically turn on.
- Wait until the printer is idle and silent before you proceed.
Update the printer firmware
Click here to download and install the latest firmware from your computer.
Click here to know different methods of updating printer firmware.
Check the estimated ink levels
On the printer control panel, touch the Ink icon to display the current estimated ink levels.
Align the printer
-
On the printer control panel, swipe the display to the left, and then touch Setup
.
The Setup menu displays.
-
Swipe the display down, and then touch Printer Maintenance.
-
Touch Align Printer.
-
After the printer prints the alignment page, touch OK, and then recycle or discard the alignment page.
-
Try to print.
If this does not help, keep me posted for further assistance.
If you feel my post solved your issue, please click “Accept as Solution”, it will help others find the solution. Click the “Kudos/Thumbs Up" on the bottom right to say “Thanks” for helping!
KUMAR0307
I am an HP Employee
08-04-2019 05:03 PM
Hi Kumar0307,
I tried what you suggested. After disconnecting the power for 60 seconds and then running the alignment test the printing turned out fine after the 3rd level cleaning. Thank you for your help.
Bogeyman1
08-05-2019 08:50 AM
Glad to know that the issue is now resolved. Feel free to contact us with any concerns related to HP products.
Happy to help!
KUMAR0307
I am an HP Employee
06-24-2024 08:40 AM
Hi community!
If you have any questions regarding this or any other topic, please Click here to create a new post.
SofiaML
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