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This section contains the following topics:
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Clear paper jams
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Information on paper
Clear paper jams Solution: In case of a paper jam, check the rear door. You might need to clear the
paper jam from the rear door.
To clear a paper jam from the rear door
1. Press in the tab on the left side of the rear door to release the door. Remove the
door by pulling it away from the product.
2.Gently pull the paper out of the rollers.
CAUTION: If the paper tears when you are removing it from the rollers, check
the rollers and wheels for torn pieces of paper that might be remaining inside
the product. If you do not remove all the pieces of paper from the product,
more paper jams are likely to occur.
3. Replace the rear door. Gently push the door forward until it snaps into place.
4.Press  OK on the control panel to continue the current job.
Cause: Paper had jammed in the product.
Information on paper
The HP All-in-One is designed to work well with most paper types. Test a variety of paper
types before buying a large quantity. Find a paper type that works well and is easy to
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purchase. HP papers are designed for the best quality results. In addition, follow these
tips:
•Do not use paper that is too thin, that has a slick texture, or that stretches easily. It
can feed incorrectly through the paper path, causing paper jams.
• Store photo media in its original packaging inside a resealable plastic bag on a flat
surface in a cool, dry place. When you are ready to print, remove only the paper you
plan to use immediately. When you have finished printing, return any unused photo
paper to the plastic bag.
• Do not leave unused photo paper in the input tray. The paper might start to curl, which
might reduce the quality of your printouts. Curled paper can also cause paper jams.
• Always hold photo paper by the edges. Fingerprints on photo paper can reduce print
quality.
• Do not use paper that is heavily textured. It can cause graphics or text to print
improperly.
• Do not combine different paper types and paper sizes in the input tray; the entire stack
of paper in the input tray must be the same size and type.
• Store printed photos under glass or in a st orage book to prevent bleeding over time
from high humidity.
Print quality troubleshooting
Use this section to solve these print quality problems:
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Wrong, inaccurate, or bleeding colors
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Ink is not fillin g the text or graphics completely
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The printout has a horizontal band of distortion near the bottom of a borderless print
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Printouts have horizont al streaks or lines
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Printouts are faded or have dull colors
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Printouts seem blurry or fuzzy
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Printouts have vertical streaks
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Printouts are slanted or skewed
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Ink streaks on the back of the paper
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Paper is not picked up from the input tray
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The text edges are jagged
Wrong, inaccurate, or bleeding colors
If your printout has one of the following print quality problems, try the solutions in this
section for help.
• Colors look different than what you expected.
For example, the colors in your graphic or photo look one way on your computer
screen but print out differently, or magenta was replaced with cyan in your printout.
• Colors run into each other, or look like  they are smeared on the page. The edges
might have a feathering appearance instead of being sharp and defined.
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Try the following solutions if the colors appear wrong, inaccurate, or bleed into each other.
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Solution 1: Make sure you are using genuine HP print cartridges
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Solution 2: Make sure paper is loaded correctly in the input tray
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Solution 3: Check the paper type
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Solution 4: Check to see if the product is in ink-backup mode
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Solution 5: Check the print settings
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Solution 6: Clean or replace the print catridges
Solution 1: Make sure you are using genuine HP print cartridges Solution: Check to see if your print cartridges are genuine HP print cartridges.
HP recommends that you use genuine HP print cartridges. Genuine HP print
cartridges are designed and tested with HP pr inters to help you easily produce great
results, time after time.
NOTE: HP cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-HP supplies. Printer
service or repairs required as a result of  using a non-HP supply will not be covered
under warranty.
If you believe you purchased genuine HP print cartridges, go to:
www.hp.com/go/anticounterfeit
Cause: Non-HP print cartridges were being used.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 2: Make sure paper is loaded correctly in the input tray Solution: Make sure the paper is loaded correctly and that it is not wrinkled or too
thick.
• Load paper with the side you want to print on facing down. For example, if you
are loading glossy photo p aper, load the paper with the glossy side down.
• Make sure the paper lays flat in the input tray and is not wrinkled. If the paper is
too close to the print head during printing, the ink might be smeared. This can
happen if the paper is raised, wrinkled, or very thick, such as a mailing envelope.
For more information, see:
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Load paper” on page 20
Cause: The paper was loaded incorrectly, or it was wrinkled or too thick.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 3: Check the paper type
Solution: HP recommends that you use HP papers or any other paper type that is
appropriate for the product.
Always make sure the paper you are printing on is flat. For best results when printing
images, use HP Advanced Photo Paper.
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Store photo media in its original packaging inside a resealable plastic bag on a flat
surface in a cool, dry place. When you are ready to print, remove only the paper you
plan to use immediately. When you have finished printing, return any unused photo
paper to the plastic bag. This will prevent the photo paper from curling.
NOTE:There is no problem with the ink supplies and replacing the print
cartridges is unnecessary.
For more information, see:
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Recommended papers for printing and copying” on page 18
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Information on paper” on page 98
Cause: The wrong kind of paper was loaded in the input tray.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 4: Check to see if the product is in ink-backup mode Solution: Check to see if the the product is printing in ink-backup mode, with only
one print cartridge installed.
If the product is in ink-backup mode, text and photo quality will differ from those printed
when using both print cartridges.
If you are satisfied with the print quality, continue printing in ink-backup mode. Or,
replace the missing print cartridge.
For more information, see:
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Ink-backup mode” on page 77
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Replace the print cartridges” on page 71
Cause: A print cartridge was missing and the product was printing in ink-backup
mode.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 5: Check the print settings
Solution: Check the print settings.
• Check the print settings to see if  the color settings are incorrect.
For example, check to see if  the document is set to print in grayscale. Or, check
to see if advanced color settings such as saturation, brightness, or color tone, are
set to modify the appearance of colors.
• Check the print quality setting and make sure it matches the type of paper loaded
in the product.
You might need to choose a lower print quality setting, if colors are running into
each other. Or, choose a higher setting if you are printing a high-quality photo,
and then make sure photo paper such as HP Premium Photo Papers, is loaded
in the input tray.
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NOTE:On some computer screens, colors might appear differently than they do
when printed on paper. In this case, there is nothing wrong with the product, print
settings, or print cartridges. No further troubleshooting is required.
For more information, see:
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Change the print speed or quality” on page 32
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Choose papers for printing and copying” on page 17
Cause: The print settings were set incorrectly.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 6: Clean or replace the print catridges Solution: Check the estimated ink levels in the print cartridges.
NOTE:Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning
purposes only. When you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a
replacement cartridge available to avoid possible printing delays. You do not need
to replace the print cartridges until print quality becomes unacceptable.
If there is ink remaining in the print cartridges, but you are still noticing a problem,
print a self-test report to determine if there is a problem with the print cartridges. If the
self-test report shows a problem, clean the print cartridges. If the problem persists,
you might need to replace the print cartridges.
For more information, see:
•“
Check the estimated ink levels” on page 70
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Print a self-test re port” on page 69
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Clean the print cartridges” on page 79
Cause: The print cartridges needed to be cleaned or there was insufficient ink.
Ink is not filling the text or graphics completely
Try the following solutions if the ink is not fi lling the text or image completely so that it
appears that parts are missing or blank.
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Solution 1: Check the print settings
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Solution 2: Check the paper type
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Solution 3: Make sure you are using genuine HP print cartridges
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Solution 4: Check the print catridges
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Solution 5: Replace the print cartridge
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Solution 1: Check the print settingsSolution: Check the print settings.
• Check the paper type setting to make sure it matches the type of paper loaded in
the input tray.
• Check the quality setting. Use a higher quality setting to increase the amount of
ink used for printing.
For more information, see:
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Set the paper type for printing” on page 31
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Change the print speed or quality” on page 32
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Print using Maximum dpi” on page 39
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Change copy speed or quality” on page 57
Cause: The paper type or print quality settings were set incorrectly.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 2: Check the paper type Solution: HP recommends that you use HP papers or any other paper type that is
appropriate for the product.
Always make sure the paper you are printing on is flat. For best results when printing
images, use HP Advanced Photo Paper.
Store photo media in its original packaging inside a resealable plastic bag on a flat
surface in a cool, dry place. When you are ready to print, remove only the paper you
plan to use immediately. When you have finished printing, return any unused photo
paper to the plastic bag. This will prevent the photo paper from curling.
NOTE: There is no problem with the ink supplies and replacing the print
cartridges is unnecessary.
For more information, see:
•“
Recommended papers for printing and copying” on page 18
•“
Information on paper” on page 98
Cause: The wrong kind of paper was loaded in the input tray.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 3: Make sure you are using genuine HP print cartridges Solution: Check to see if your print cartridges are genuine HP print cartridges.
HP recommends that you use genuine HP print cartridges. Genuine HP print
cartridges are designed and tested with HP printers to help you easily produce great
results, time after time.
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NOTE:HP cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-HP supplies. Printer
service or repairs required as a result of  using a non-HP supply will not be covered
under warranty.
If you believe you purchased genuine HP print cartridges, go to:
www.hp.com/go/anticounterfeit
Cause: Non-HP print cartridges were being used.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 4: Check the print catridges Solution: Check the estimated ink levels in the print cartridges.
NOTE:Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning
purposes only. When you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a
replacement cartridge available to avoid possible printing delays. You do not need
to replace the print cartridges until print quality becomes unacceptable.
If there is ink remaining in the print cartridges, but you are still noticing a problem,
print a self-test report to determine if there is a problem with the print cartridges. If the
self-test report shows a problem, clean the print cartridges. If the problem persists,
you might need to replace the print cartridges.
For more information, see:
•“
Check the estimated ink levels” on page 70
•“
Print a self-test re port” on page 69
•“
Clean the print cartridges” on page 79
Cause: The print cartridges needed to be cleaned or there was insufficient ink.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 5: Replace the print cartridge Solution: Replace the indicated print cartridge. You can also remove the indicated
print cartridge and print using ink-backup mode.
NOTE: During ink-backup mode, the product can only print jobs from the
computer. You cannot initiate a print job from the control panel (such as printing
a photo from a memory card).
Check to see if your print cartridge is still under warranty and end of warranty date
has not been reached.
• If the end of warranty date has been reached, purchase a new print cartridge.
• If the end of warranty date has not been reached, contact HP support. Go to
www.hp.com/support . If prompted, choose your country/region, and then click
Contact HP  for information on calling for technical support.
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Cause:The print cartridge was damaged.
The printout has a horizontal band of distortion near the bottom of a borderless
print
Try the following solutions if your borderless pr int has a blurry band or line on the bottom
of it.
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Solution 1: Check the paper type
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Solution 2: Use a higher print quality setting
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Solution 3: Rotate the image
Solution 1: Check the paper type Solution: HP recommends that you use HP papers or any other paper type that is
appropriate for the product.
Always make sure the paper you are printing on is flat. For best results when printing
images, use HP Advanced Photo Paper.
Store photo media in its original packaging inside a resealable plastic bag on a flat
surface in a cool, dry place. When you are ready to print, remove only the paper you
plan to use immediately. When you have finished printing, return any unused photo
paper to the plastic bag. This will prevent the photo paper from curling.
NOTE: There is no problem with the ink supplies and replacing the print
cartridges is unnecessary.
For more information, see:
•“
Recommended papers for printing and copying” on page 18
•“
Information on paper” on page 98
Cause: The wrong kind of paper was loaded in the input tray.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 2: Use a higher print quality setting Solution: Check the quality setting. Use a higher quality setting to increase the
amount of ink used for printing.
NOTE: For maximum dpi resolution, go to the  Advanced tab, and then select
Enabled  from the  Maximum dpi  drop-down list.
For more information, see:
•“
Change the print speed or quality” on page 32
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Print using Maximum dpi” on page 39
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Change copy speed or quality” on page 57
Cause: The print quality setting was set too low.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
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Solution 3: Rotate the imageSolution: If the problem persists, use the software you installed with the product or
another software application to rotate your image 180 degrees so that the light blue,
gray, or brown hues in your image do not print at the bottom of the page.
For more information, see:
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Change the page orientation” on page 32
Cause: The photo image had odd hues printed near the bottom of the page.
Printouts have horizontal streaks or lines
Try the following solutions if your printout has lines, streaks, or marks on it that run across
the width of the page.
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Solution 1: Make sure the paper is loaded correctly
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Solution 2: Use a higher print quality setting
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Solution 3: If the print cartridge was dropped, wait for it to recover
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Solution 4: Clean the print cartridge nozzles
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Solution 5: Check the print catridges
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Solution 6: Replace the print cartridge
Solution 1: Make sure the paper is loaded correctly Solution: Make sure that the paper is loaded correctly in the input tray.
For more information, see:
“
Load paper” on page 20
Cause: The paper was not loaded correctly.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 2: Use a higher print quality setting
Solution: Check the quality setting. Use a higher quality setting to increase the
amount of ink used for printing.
NOTE: For maximum dpi resolution, go to the  Advanced tab, and then select
Enabled  from the  Maximum dpi  drop-down list.
For more information, see:
•“
Change the print speed or quality” on page 32
•“
Print using Maximum dpi” on page 39
•“
Change copy speed or quality” on page 57
Cause: The print quality setting was set too low.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
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Solution 3: If the print cartridge was dropped, wait for it to recoverSolution: Allow 30 minutes for the pr int cartridge to recover.
Cause: A tri-color or photo print cartridge was jarred or handled roughly during
installation.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 4: Clean the print cartridge nozzles
Solution: Check the print cartridges. If it looks as though there are fibers or dust
around the ink nozzles, clean the ink nozzle area of the print cartridge.
For more information, see:
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Clean the area around the ink nozzles” on page 82
Cause: The print cartridge nozzles needed to be cleaned.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 5: Check the print catridges Solution: Check the estimated  ink levels in the print cartridges.
NOTE:Ink level warnings and indicators provide estimates for planning
purposes only. When you receive a low-ink warning message, consider having a
replacement cartridge available to avoid possible printing delays. You do not need
to replace the print cartridges until print quality becomes unacceptable.
If there is ink remaining in the print cartridges, but you are still noticing a problem,
print a self-test report to determine if there is a problem with the print cartridges. If the
self-test report shows a problem, clean the print cartridges. If the problem persists,
you might need to replace the print cartridges.
For more information, see:
•“
Check the estimated ink levels” on page 70
•“
Print a self-test report” on page 69
•“
Clean the print cartridges” on page 79
Cause: The print cartridges needed to be cleaned or there was insufficient ink.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 6: Replace the print cartridge Solution: Replace the indicated print cartridge. You can also remove the indicated
print cartridge and print using ink-backup mode.
NOTE: During ink-backup mode, the product can only print jobs from the
computer. You cannot initiate a print job from the control panel (such as printing
a photo from a memory card).
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