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2.Pull down the front cover and transfer unit.
CAUTION Do not place any item on the transfer unit while it is open. If the transfer unit is
punctured, print quality problems could result.
3. Remove the used print cartridge from the printer.
4.Remove the new print cartridge from the bag. Place the used print cartridge in the bag for recycling.
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5.Align the print cartridge with the tracks inside the printer and insert the cartridge until it is completely
seated.
NOTE The print cartridge tape seal is removed automatically when the print cartridge is
installed in the printer.
NOTE If a cartridge is in the wrong slot, the control panel will display the message
INCORRECT [COLOR] CARTRIDGE .
6.Close the front cover and then close the top cover. After a short while, the control panel should
display  Ready.
7. Installation is complete. Place the used print cartridge in the box in which the new cartridge arrived.
See the enclosed recycling guide for recycling instructions.
8. If you are using a non-HP print cartridge, check the control panel for further instructions.
For additional help, go to 
http://www.hp.com/support/clj4700 .
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Replacing supplies
When you use genuine HP supplies, the printer automatically notifies you when supplies are nearly
depleted. The notification to order supplies allows ample time to order new supplies before they need
to be replaced.
Locating supplies
Supplies are identified by their labeling and their blue plastic handles.
The following figure illustrates the location of each supply item.
Figure 7-1   Supply item locations
1Fuser
2Print cartridges
3Transfer unit
Supply replacement guidelines
To facilitate the replacement of supplies, keep the following guidelines in mind when setting up the
printer.
●Allow sufficient space above and in the front of the printer for removing supplies.
● The printer should be located on a flat, sturdy surface.
For instructions on installing supplies, see the installation guides provided with each supply item or see
more information at 
http://www.hp.com/support/clj4700 . When you connect, select  Solve a Problem.
CAUTIONHewlett-Packard recommends the use of genuine HP products in this printer. Use
of non-HP products may cause problems requiring service that is not covered by the Hewlett-
Packard extended warranty or service agreements.
Making room around the printer for replacing supplies
The following illustration shows the clearance necessary in front of, above, and to the side of the printer
for replacing supplies.
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Figure 7-2
   Supplies replacement clearance diagram
1530 mm (20.9 inches)
21294 mm (50 inches)
3804 mm (31.7 inches)
Approximate replacement  intervals for supplies
The following table lists the estimated replacement intervals for supplies and the control panel messages
that prompt when to replace each item. Usage conditions and print patterns can cause results to vary.
ItemPrinter messagePage countApproximate time period2
Black cartridgesREPLACE BLACK
CARTRIDGE11,000 pages13 months
Color cartridgesREPLACE 
CARTRIDGE10,000 pages12.7 months
Image transfer kitREPLACE TRANSFER KIT120,000 pages40 months
Image fuser kitREPLACE FUSER KIT150,000 pages350 months
1Approximate average A4-/letter-size page count based on 5% coverage of individual colors.2Approximate life is based on 3,000 pages per month.3Approximate life is estimated at 150,000 pages when printing in 4-page intermittent mode.
You can use the embedded Web server to order supplies. For more information, see Using the
embedded Web server.
Replacing the stapler cartridge
The stapler cartridge contains 5,000 staples. Replace the entire cartridge when it is empty.
Replace the stapler cartridge if the printer control panel display prompts you with a  STAPLER LOW ON
STAPLES  message (at this point, the stapler cartridge has 20 to 50 staples left) or a  REPLACE
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STAPLER CARTRIDGE message. If the stapler runs out of staples and the stapler/stacker is configured
to  CONTINUE , jobs continue to print to the stapler/stacker, but they are not stapled. If the stapler/stacker
is configured to stop, printing stops until a new stapler cartridge is loaded.
NOTE HP recommends that you replace the stapler cartridge as soon as the  REPLACE
STAPLER CARTRIDGE  message is displayed. Although some usable staples remain in the
cartridge, they could fall into the stapler mechanism and cause product failure.
Loading a new stapler cartridge
1. On the left side of the stapler/stacker, open the stapler cartridge cover by gently pulling it.
NOTE For information on ordering a new stapler cartridge (part number C8091A), see
Supplies and accessories .
2.Grasp the stapler cartridge handle and pull up gently.
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3.Twist the stapler cartridge gently in a counter-clockwise direction and pull it out.
4.Insert the new stapler cartridge and push it down until it snaps into place.
NOTE To obtain a new stapler cartridge, order part number C8091A.
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5.Close the stapler cartridge door.
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Using the cleaning page
During printing, toner and dust particles can accumulate inside the printer. Over time, this buildup can
cause print quality problems, such as toner specks or smearing. This printer has a cleaning mode that
can correct and prevent these problems.
Cleaning the HP Color LaserJet 4700 and HP Color LaserJet 4700n printers at the control panel
1.Press  Menu to enter the  MENUS.
2. Press 
 to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE .
3. Press 
 to select  CONFIGURE DEVICE .
4. Press 
 to highlight PRINT QUALITY .
5. Press 
 to select  PRINT QUALITY .
6. Press 
 to highlight CREATE CLEANING PAGE .
7. Press 
 to select  CREATE CLEANING PAGE .
NOTEThe printer prints a cleaning page with a pattern. The  PROCESS CLEANING
PAGE  option is not available for these printers until the cleaning page has been created.
8.Press  Menu to enter the  MENUS.
9. Press 
 to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE .
10. Press 
 to select  CONFIGURE DEVICE .
11. Press 
 to highlight PRINT QUALITY .
12. Press 
 to select  PRINT QUALITY .
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13.Press  to highlight PROCESS CLEANING PAGE.
14. Press 
 to select  PROCESS CLEANING PAGE .
Cleaning the HP Color LaserJet 4700dn, HP Color LaserJet 4700dtn, and HP Color LaserJet
4700ph+ printers at the control panel
1. Press  Menu to enter the  MENUS.
2. Press 
 to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
3. Press 
 to select  CONFIGURE DEVICE .
4. Press 
 to highlight PRINT QUALITY .
5. Press 
 to select  PRINT QUALITY .
6. Press 
 to highlight PROCESS CLEANING PAGE.
7. Press 
 to select  PROCESS CLEANING PAGE .
A page with a pattern prints.
Setting auto cleaning
The  AUTO CLEANING  menu option allows you to turn auto cleaning on or off. When auto cleaning is
turned on, the printer prints a cleaning page when the page count reaches the value set in the cleaning
interval. If auto cleaning is set to  Off, the cleaning interval is not shown. The default value for auto
cleaning is  Off.
1. Press  Menu to enter the  MENUS.
2. Press 
 to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
3. Press 
 to select  CONFIGURE DEVICE .
4. Press 
 to highlight PRINT QUALITY .
5. Press 
 to select  PRINT QUALITY .
6. Press 
 to highlight AUTO CLEANING .
7. Press 
 to select  AUTO CLEANING .
8. Press 
 to highlight the desired value.
9. Press 
 to select the desired value.
Setting the cleaning interval
The  CLEANING INTERVAL  menu option allows you to set the interval at which the auto cleaning is due
for the printer. The cleaning interval can be set anywhere from 1,000 to 20,000 pages.
1. Press  Menu to enter the  MENUS.
2. Press 
 to highlight CONFIGURE DEVICE.
3. Press 
 to select  CONFIGURE DEVICE .
4. Press 
 to highlight PRINT QUALITY .
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5.Press  to select  PRINT QUALITY .
6. Press 
 to highlight CLEANING INTERVAL .
7. Press 
 to select  CLEANING INTERVAL .
8. Press 
 to highlight the desired value.
9. Press 
 to select the desired value.
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