HP Deskjet 3918 User's Guide - (Macintosh OS X) - Page 39
Maintain the printer body, Remove ink from your skin and clothing, Manually clean print cartridges
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Maintain the printer body Because the printer ejects ink onto the paper in a fine mist, ink smudges will eventually appear on the printer case and adjacent surfaces. To remove smudges, stains, or dried ink from the exterior of the printer, use a soft cloth moistened with water. When cleaning the printer, keep these tips in mind: ● Do not clean the interior of the printer. Keep all fluids away from the interior. ● Do not use household cleaners or detergent. If a household cleaner or detergent has been used on the printer, wipe the exterior surfaces with a soft cloth moistened with water. ● Do not lubricate the support rod that the print cartridge cradle uses to slide back and forth. Noise is normal when the cradle moves back and forth. Remove ink from your skin and clothing Follow these instructions to remove ink from your skin and clothing: Surface Skin White fabric Color fabric Remedy Wash the area with an abrasive soap. Wash the fabric in cold water and use chlorine bleach. Wash 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. Manually clean print cartridges If the printer is used in a dusty environment, a small amount of debris can accumulate on the print cartridge contacts. Gather cleaning supplies You will need the following items to clean the print cartridges. ● Distilled water (tap water can contain contaminants that can damage the print cartridge) ● Cotton swabs or other soft, lint-free material that will not stick to the print cartridge Be careful not to get ink on your hands or clothing as you clean. Prepare to clean 1. Press the Power button to turn on the printer, and then raise the printer cover. The cradle moves to the center of the printer. 2. Disconnect the power cord from the back of the printer. 3. Remove the print cartridges and place them on a piece of paper, with the copper strips facing up. User's guide 37