How To Fix an Old or Clogged Ink Cartridge the Cheap Way
If you've ever had a printer that hasn't been in use for a while, it's time to get a new one.It's possible that the reason it won't print is because of a problem with the ink.You might need to use something different because there are multiple types of cartridges with different construction.The article refers to printers used by general home consumers.It isn't very complicated but can get messy so make sure to read the steps before you start.
Step 1: You can get hot water in a bathroom that has a sink.
The closer you are, the better.
Step 2: There is a counter in the sink that holds newspapers and paper towels.
We don't want ink all over the place.
Step 3: Make sure you have the printer drivers installed on your computer.
Step 4: Open the printer to see the ink.
Step 5: Take the black ink out.
It's probably a better idea to use a black ink cartridge instead of a colored one.
Step 6: Put the old newspaper or paper towels on top of the cartridge in the sink.
You could have a mess if you don't rest it so that the part where the ink actually comes out is not completely touching the paper towel.
Step 7: Wait until you can get very hot water, then turn on the sink.
Step 8: Pull that thing behind the sink handle that closes the drain.
Step 9: The sink should only be filled with hot water for a little while.
No more than a quarter of an inch from the bottom.
Step 10: The part where the ink comes out should be in the sink.
It must get past the surface of the water.Don't be alarmed, ink may come out.
Step 11: If ink comes out quickly, it won't be a problem.
The trick should be done about 5 minutes in the sink.You might have to wait up to 20 minutes.
Step 12: If you want to give the printer a test run, you need to dry off the cartridge so it's no more than damp.
Step 13: Attach the hose to the nozzle and close the gap with tack or plasticine.
Step 14: For a few seconds at a time, turn on the vacuum and adjust the suction with the regulator or speed control.
Step 15: Continue until the nozzle is cleared.
Step 16: Use a toilet roll to get rid of excess ink.
Step 17: There is a refit cartridge.
Step 18: Determine what type of item you have.
This should be either an electronic sponge or an open head.Electronic heads usually have orange wire strips on them.Sponge heads can be touched.There is nothing in the open heads.Throw electronic heads in the trash.If you don't print every day, these heads are unreliable.Get rid of the printer.Give it away.You can deliver it to the thrift store.Buy a printer with a sponge or open head.The system keeps them sealed.These are usually found in printers with four or more cartridges, three different colors and one black.If you already tried the other methods to no avail, your sponge or open head is dead.The ink cannot be salvaged because it has dried and hardened.Purchase a new one.They are usually cheap on Ebay.