How do I manually clean my HP Deskjet printer head?

Manual Cleaning

1. Turn on the HP Deskjet printer and lift the cover.
2. Set the ink cartridges wide side down on a piece of paper.
3. Clean the ink cartridge cradle inside the printer with clean, damp cotton swabs.
4. Print a test page to ensure that the cartridges were reinstalled properly.

How long does it take for HP printer to clean printhead?

between thirty seconds to one minute
Depending on your HP printer model, you should see a light flashing while the device is cleaning the printheads. The whole process should take between thirty seconds to one minute to complete.

How do I clean the printhead on my printer?

Place the printhead into the disposable container so that the bottom rests on the paper towels, and then let it soak for 10 minutes. Remove the printhead, and then gently wipe the excess water with a dry lint free cloth. Do not use a hair dryer to dry off the printhead. This could cause the nozzles to dry out and clog.

How do I clean the ink cartridges of my HP printer?

Press the tab on the front of the ink cartridges to release them, and then lift the ink cartridges out of the printhead. Do not leave the ink cartridge outside the printer for longer than 30 minutes. The printhead and ink cartridges can be damaged by being exposed to air outside of the printer. Set the ink cartridges upside down on a paper towel.

How long is a replacement printhead covered under warranty?

Additionally, if HP has replaced your printhead or if you have purchased a replacement, the replacement printhead is covered under warranty for 90 days, regardless of printer warranty.

What should I do if my HP printer is not working?

Keep a print sample that shows the problem. If the ink cartridges, printhead, or printer is replaced under warranty, the support agent will request the print sample. If the printer is returned to HP, the print sample must be returned with the printer.