HP Photosmart D5368 User Manual

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Shop for ink supplies” on page 67
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Replace the print cartridges” on page 54
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Use the print cartridge protector” on page 60
Use the print cartridge protector
In some countries/regions, when you purchase a photo print cartridge, you might also
receive a print cartridge protector. In other countries/regions, a print cartridge protector
comes in the box with the HP Photosmart. If neither your print cartridge nor the
HP Photosmart came with a print cartridge  protector, you can use an...

To remove the print cartridge from the print cartridge protector
▲Press down on the top of the print cartridge protector to release the print cartridge,
then gently remove the print cartridge out of the print cartridge protector.
Align the print cartridges
Aligning the print cartridges ensures high-quality output. The HP Photosmart prompts you
to align and calibrate the print cartridges every time you install a new print cartridge. Make
sure you align the print cartridges when prompted to ensure...

3.Click the  Device Services  tab.
4. Click  Align the Print Cartridges .
The HP Photosmart prints a test page, aligns the print head, and calibrates the printer.
Recycle or discard the page.
Clean the print cartridges
Use this feature when the self-test report shows streaking, white lines through any of the
lines of color or when a color is muddy after installing a print cartridge for the first time.
Do not clean print cartridges unnecessarily, as this wastes ink and shortens the life of the
ink...

Make sure you have the following materials available:
•Dry foam rubber swabs, lint-free cloth, or any soft material that will not come apart or
leave fibers.
TIP: Coffee filters are lint-free and work well for cleaning print cartridges.
•Distilled, filtered, or bottled water (tap water might contain contaminants that can
damage the print cartridges).
CAUTION: Do not use platen cleaners or alcohol to clean the print cartridge
contacts. These can damage the print cartridge or the HP Photosmart.
To clean...

9.Repeat if necessary for the other print cartridge.
10. Gently close the print cartridge door and plug the power cord into the back of the
HP Photosmart.
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Clean the area around the ink nozzles” on page 64
Clean the area around the ink nozzles
If the HP Photosmart is used in a dusty environment, a small amount of debris might
accumulate inside the device. This debris can include dust, hair, carpet, or clothing fibers.
When debris gets on the print cartridges, it can cause ink streaks and...

6.Clean the face and edges around the ink nozzle area with the swab, as shown below.
1Nozzle plate (do not clean)
2Face and edges around the ink nozzle area
CAUTION: Do not clean the nozzle plate.
7. Hold the print cartridge with the HP logo on top, and insert the print cartridge back
into the slot. Make sure you push the print cartridge in firmly until it snaps into place.
8. Repeat if necessary for the other print cartridge.
9. Gently close the print cartridge door and plug the power cord into the...

TIP:You can purchase an HP Cleaning Kit for Inkjet Printers and All-in-Ones
(Q6260A) that provides everything needed to safely clean your HP device. For more
information, go to: 
www.shopping.hp.com/accessories-store/printer .
Reduce energy consumption when the HP Photosmart is
off
When the HP Photosmart is off, an amount of energy is still being consumed. Energy
consumption can be lessened by enabling the Standby/Off state.
NOTE: When the HP Photosmart is in the Standby/Off state, it will take longer...

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

Chapter 10
68 Shop for ink supplies
Shop for ink supplies
 

11 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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Print quality troubleshooting
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Print troubleshooting
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Memory card troubleshooting
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CD/DVD print 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 paper
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Information on print cartridges
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Clear paper jams
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Troubleshoot print cartridges...