Error message on Officejet Pro 6970

[Autumn2021]

I replace the ink cartridges on my printer and am getting an error message that they have not been installed properly.  Removed and replaced repeatedly.  No change.  Powered off and on, and rebooted the router.  Still an error message.  Any suggestions as to a fix?  Or is my printer toast.

[sandytechy20]

@Autumn2021

Welcome to the HP support community.

I understand that you are getting cartridge errors, I am glad to assists you.

Are you using genuine HP ink cartridges?

If yes,follow these steps to fix the issue:- 

Clean the ink cartridge and printhead electrical contacts

Remove any debris or buildup from the contacts on the cartridges and in the carriage.

1. Open the door or lid to the cartridge access area. Wait until the carriage stops moving before continuing.

2. Remove the cartridge indicated in the error message from the carriage.

3. Wipe the copper-colored contact on the cartridge with a lint-free cloth.

   

4. Place the cartridge to the side with the contact facing upwards.

5. Wipe the contact inside the printhead with a lint-free cloth.

   

6. Reinsert the cartridge into its color-coded slot, and then press down on it until it snaps into place.

7. Repeat these steps for any other cartridges indicated in the error message.

8. Close the door or lid to the cartridge access area.

Perform a power reset, Reset the printer to recover from printer errors or failures.

1. Turn on the printer, if it is not already on.
2. Wait until the printer is idle and silent before you continue.
3. With the printer turned on, disconnect the power cord from the rear of the printer.
4. Wait at least 30 seconds.
5. Plug back the power cable straight to a wall outlet and printer without any surge protector.
6. Turn on the printer.

Here is the HP document for your future reference:- click here

Let me know how it goes.

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Cheers.