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04-07-2025 09:09 PM
I cannot proceed with a new smart tank printer setup because the ink reservoir does not seem to recognize the reservoir is full . I have added all 4 colors of ink from the bottles that wereincluded in the hp printer box. Furthermore, i have performed a hard reset by unplugging power cord from wall & printer, pressed power button for 30 secs to remove any residual charge, waited 3 minutes, plugged printer back into wall & printer, pressed power button, allowed printer to cycle on. Each reset has resulted in a "Fill Tanks" message on the display, a light is on for all 4 ink tank reservoirs. Additionally, I also cannot install the 2 ink cartridges also included in the printer box because the printhead is docked on the right side of the printer and will not move to the center. Instructions say to press a blue button to release the cover for cartridge installation. I cannot press the blue button because it is not visible until the printhead moves to the center. I have tried to manually move it to the center but nothing has worked so far. Frankly, I am currently beyond frustrated because ive never encountered this much trouble with what should be a seemingly simple process & I am ready to ship the printer back to HP, cancel my HP All in One Printer Subscription Service & look into any other brand of printer that suits my very minimal printing needs. A new printer setup shouldn't be this time consuming and complicated.
04-09-2025 09:17 AM
@skinnermarcie, Welcome to the HP Support Community!
Thanks for reaching out about your query regarding your Ink Reservoir Issues with HP Smart Tank Printer!
We're thrilled to have the opportunity to assist you and provide a solution.
It appears you are experiencing issues with your HP Smart Tank Printer during the setup process, specifically related to the ink reservoir not recognizing that it is full. Below are some steps and considerations to help resolve this issue:
Verify Correct Bottle Placement:
- Ensure that each ink bottle has been correctly matched to its respective ink tank. The colors should align precisely.
Check for Obstructions:
- Open the ink tank cover and verify that there are no obstructions that might prevent the ink from being properly detected.
Re-seat Ink Bottles:
- Sometimes, the ink bottles may not be seated properly. Carefully reinsert each ink bottle into the corresponding tank nozzle and ensure a snug fit.
Perform a Hard Reset:
- You have already performed a hard reset, which is a useful step. Make sure the printer is connected to a functional power outlet during this process.
Hope this helps!
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