HP DesignJet 130 User Manual

HP Designjet 130/130nr Printer - Quick Reference Guide
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How Do I Load a Roll of Paper (continued)
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7. Rewind any excess paper so that the paper is rolled tightly onto the spindle.
8. Insert the leading edge of the paper 
into the lower slot in the rear of the 
printer. Push the paper in until it 
encounters resistance, keeping the 
sides of the paper rolled tightly so 
that the paper is not skewed.
9. After emitting a ‘beep’, the printer 
will take up the...

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EnglishHow Do I Unload a Roll of Paper?
This section is only relevant if your printer has the Automatic Roll Feed installed.
Important:Do not pull on the roll of paper once it is taken up by the 
printer, that is, if there is any resistance.
There are two ways of unloading a roll of paper:
If you want to unload the roll in order to feed a single sheet through the printer, 
press the Cancel and OK keys on the front panel at the same time (see...

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How Do I Print on Large Sheets?
The printer output system has several adjustable components. When printing on 
large sheets of paper, it is important that you use the correct printer output 
configuration. The following diagram shows the adjustable parts of the printer 
output system:
The table on the next page gives the output system configuration required for 
various paper sizes.
Note the following:
 When using the main tray or roll...

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EnglishHow Do I Print on Large Sheets? (continued)
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How Do I Replace Ink Cartridges?
If one of the ink cartridge icons on the front panel (see page 39) is flashing, the 
corresponding ink cartridge needs to be replaced.
1. Open the front hinged flap at the 
right of the printer.
2. For each ink cartridge that needs 
to be replaced:
 Gripping it by its shorter top 
edges, lift the ink cartridge 
vertically up and out of the 
printer.
 Lower the new ink cartridge into 
its slot until it...

HP Designjet 130/130nr Printer - Quick Reference Guide
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EnglishHow do I Clean a Printhead?
If a printhead fails or needs attention, the corresponding icon on the front panel 
will flash.
Make sure the printhead is correctly seated. If this is not the problem, the most 
likely cause of failure is that the printhead contacts need to be cleaned. You will 
need the following cleaning materials:
 Clean, soft, lint-free material that will not come apart or leave fibres when 
damp (a coffee filter, for...

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How do I Clean a Printhead? (continued)
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5. Ensure that no tape is covering the printhead contacts.
6. Gently wipe the printhead contacts with a clean, soft, lint-free cloth.
7. If the printhead contacts are still dirty....
...slightly moisten the cloth with distilled water and continue wiping the 
contacts until they are clean.
8. Place the printhead on a paper towel and leave it to dry for at least five...

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EnglishHow do I Clean a Printhead? (continued)
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11.Push the printhead gently into place, so that it is secure.
12.Pull the printhead cover towards you, ensuring that the hook at its front edge 
latches onto the tab, and then push it away from you to close the cover.
13.Plug in the printer power cable.
14.Close the rear part and then the front part of the outer flap. Note that after 
closing the flap, the printer...

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How Do I Replace Printheads?
If one of the printhead icons on the front panel (see page 39) is flashing, the 
corresponding printhead has failed or needs attention. Check that the printhead 
is properly seated, and clean the printhead contacts (see page 14). If the 
problem persists, replace the printhead. 
1. Open the front hinged flap at the right of the printer.
2. Open the second (back) part of the flap and lift it back fully. The...

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EnglishHow Do I Replace the Printheads? (continued)
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 Lower the new printhead into place and return the small handle to its lower 
position. 
 Push the printhead gently into place, so that it is secure. 
Repeat this for each printhead that is to be replaced.
5. When you have replaced the printheads as required, pull the printhead 
cover towards you, ensuring that the hook at its front edge latches onto the 
tab,...