HP PhotoSmart C6283 User Manual

NOTE:If you are installing ink cartridges in the HP All-in-One for the first time, be
sure to use only the ink cartridges that came with the device. The ink in these
cartridges is specially formulated to mix with the ink in the print head assembly at first-
time setup.
If you do not already have replacement ink cartridges for the HP All-in-One, to order
cartridges, go to 
www.hp.com/buy/supplies . If prompted, choose your country/region,
follow the prompts to select your product, and then click one of...

If you are replacing one of the five color ink cartridges, such as yellow, light cyan
(blue), cyan, light magenta (pink), or magenta, lift the appropriate latch in the center
area.
1Ink cartridge latch for the black ink cartridge
2Ink cartridge latches for the color ink cartridges
4.Pull the ink cartridge toward you out of its slot to remove it.
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5.Remove the new ink cartridge from its packaging, and then, holding it by the handle,
push the ink cartridge into the empty slot.
Match the color and pattern of the ink cartridge to the color and pattern on the print
carriage.
6.Close the latch and make sure it is secure.
7.Repeat steps 3 through 6 for each ink cartridge you are replacing.
8. Close the ink cartridge door.
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Align the printer
The HP All-in-One automatically aligns the print head when you...

maintenance to ensure excellent print quality. You might want to use this feature when
the self-test report shows streaking or white lines through  any of the blocks of color.
If you still have print quality problems after aligning the printer, try cleaning the print head.
If print quality problems persist after al igning and cleaning, contact HP support.
To align the printer from the control panel
1. Load letter, A4, or legal unused plain white paper into the input tray.
2. Press  Setup.
The  Setup...

To clean the print head from the control panel
1.Load letter or A4 unused plain white paper into the input tray.
2. Press  Setup.
3. Press 
 to highlight  Tools, and then press  OK.
4. Press 
 to highlight  Clean Printhead , and then press OK.
The HP All-in-One cleans the  print head and prints a page that you can recycle or
discard.
To clean the print head from  the HP Photosmart Software
1. Load letter, A4, or legal unused plain white paper into the input tray.
2. In the HP Solution Center, click...

To clean the ink cartridge contacts
1.Make sure the HP All-in-One is turned on.
2. Lift the ink cartridge door.
3. Squeeze the bottom of the latch below the ink cartridge you want to clean, and then
lift the latch.
NOTE: Do not remove multiple ink cartridges at the same time. Remove and
clean each ink cartridge one at a time. Do not leave an ink cartridge outside the
HP All-in-One for mo re than 30 minutes.
4.Inspect the ink cartridge contacts for ink and debris buildup.
5. Dip a clean foam rubber swab...

Remove ink from your skin and clothing
Follow these instructions to remove ink from your skin and clothing:
SurfaceRemedy
SkinWash the area with an abrasive soap.
White fabricWash the fabric in cold water and use chlorine bleach.
Color fabricWash the fabric in  cold water and use sudsy ammonia.
CAUTION: Always use cold water to remove ink from fabric. Warm or hot water can
set the ink into the fabric.
Reduce energy consumption when  the HP All-in-One is off
When the HP All-in-One is off, an amount  of...

13 Shop for ink supplies
For a list of ink cartridge numbers, see the printed documentation that came with the
HP All-in-One. You can also use the software that came with the HP All-in-One to find
out the reorder number for all the ink cartridges. You can order ink cartridges online from
the HP Web site. Additionally, you can contact a local HP reseller to find out the correct
ink cartridge reorder numbers for your device and purchase ink cartridges.
To order genuine HP supplies for the HP All-in-One,...

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14 Troubleshooting
This section contains the following topics:
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Troubleshooting tips
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Hardware setup troubleshooting
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Software installation troubleshooting
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Network troubleshooting
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Print quality troubleshooting
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Print troubleshooting
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Memory card troubleshooting
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Scan troubleshooting
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Copy troubleshooting
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Errors
Troubleshooting tips
This section contains the following topics:
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Communication problems over a USB connection
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Information on ink cartridges and the print head
•
Information on...