HP DeskJet F4180 User Manual

10 Maintain the HP All-in-One
The HP All-in-One requires little maintenance. Sometimes you might want to clean the 
glass and lid backing to remove surface dust and ensure that your copies and scans
remain clear. You will also need to replace, align, or clean your print cartridges from time 
to time. This section provides instructions for keeping the HP All-in-One in top working
condition. Perform these simple maintenance procedures as necessary. 
This section contains the following topics:
•Clean the HP...

Clean the lid backing
Minor debris can accumulate on the white document backing located underneath the lid 
of the HP All-in-One. 
To clean the lid backing 
1. Turn off the HP All-in-One, unplug the power cord, and raise the lid. 
2. Clean the white document backing with a soft cloth or sponge slightly moistened with 
a mild soap and warm water. 
Wash the backing gently to loosen debris. Do not scrub the backing. 
3. Dry the backing with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth.
CAUTION:Do not use paper-based wipes,...

3.Make sure the test patterns show a complete grid and the thick color lines are 
complete. 
• If more than a few lines in a pattern are broken, this might indicate a problem with 
the nozzles. You might need to clean the print cartridges. 
• If the black line is missing, faded, streaked, or shows lines, this might indicate a 
problem with the black or photo print cartridge in the right slot. 
• If any of the color lines are missing, faded, streaked, or show lines, this might 
indicate a problem with the...

Handle the print cartridges
Before you replace or clean a print cartridge, you should know the part names and how 
to handle the print cartridges.
1Copper-colored contacts
2Plastic tape with pink pull tab (m ust be removed before installing)
3Ink nozzles under tape
Hold the print cartridges by their black plastic sides, with the label on top. Do not touch 
the copper-colored contacts or the ink nozzles.
NOTE: Handle the print cartridges carefully. Dropping or jarring cartridges can cause 
temporary...

NOTE:Ink from the cartridges is used in the printing process in a number of different 
ways, including in the initialization process, which prepares the device and cartridges 
for printing, and in printhead servicing, which keeps print nozzles clear and ink flowing
smoothly. In addition, some residual ink is left in the cartridge after it is used. For more 
information, see www.hp.com/go/inkusage .
To check the ink levels from the HP Photosmart Software 
1. In the HP Solution Center, click Settings,...

To replace the print cartridges 
1. Make sure the HP All-in-One is on.
CAUTION:If the HP All-in-One is off when you open the print cartridge door to 
access the print cartridges, the HP All-in-One will not release the cartridges for 
changing. You might damage the HP All-in-One if the print cartridges are not 
docked safely when you  try to remove them.
2.Open the print cartridge door. 
The print carriage should move to the center of the HP All-in-One. If the print carriage 
does not move to the center,...

5.If you are removing the black print cartridge in order to install the photo print cartridge, 
store the black print cartridge in the print cartridge protector or an airtight plastic 
container. 
If you are removing the print cartridge because it is low or out of ink, recycle the print 
cartridge. The HP Inkjet S upplies Recycling Program is available in many countries/ 
regions, and lets you re cycle used print cartridges free of charge. For more 
information, go to the following Web site:...

7.Slide the new print cartridge forward into the empty slot. Then gently push on the 
upper part of the print cartridge forward until it clicks into the socket. 
If you are installing the tri-color print cartridge, slide it into the left slot. 
If you are installing a black or photo print cartridge, slide it into the right slot.
8. Close the print cartridge door.
9.If the print cartridge alignment sheet prints, load it on the left front corner of the glass 
with the top of the page to the left.
10. Press...

Use ink-backup mode
Use the ink-backup mode to operate the HP All-in-One with only one print cartridge. The 
ink-backup mode is initiated when a print cartridge is removed from the print cartridge 
cradle.
NOTE: When the HP All-in-One operates in ink-backup mode, a message is 
displayed on screen. If the me ssage is displayed and two print cartridges are installed 
in the device, verify that the protective piece of plastic tape has been removed from 
each print cartridge. When plastic tape covers the...

Store the print cartridges
Follow these guidelines to maintain and store HP print cartridges and to ensure consistent 
print quality. 
•Print cartridge storage and handling 
•Print cartridge protector 
Print cartridge storage and handling 
Follow these guidelines to help maintain HP print cartridges and ensure consistent print 
quality: 
• Install the cartridge on or before the Install by date, which is printed on the cartridge 
package. 
• When you remove a print cartridge from the device, store it in...