User Guide

● If the printer and print cartridge have not been used for one month or more, clean
the print cartridge before printing. For more information, see Automatically clean the
print cartridge.
● If you are storing the printer for a long period of time and the optional HP Photosmart
Internal Battery is installed, remove the battery from the printer.
Store the print cartridge
When you store or transport the printer, always leave the active print cartridge inside the
printer. The printer stores the print cartridge in a protective cap during the power-down
cycle.
Caution Make sure the printer completes its power-down cycle before you
unplug the power cord or remove the internal battery. This allows the printer to
store the print cartridge properly.
Follow these tips to help maintain HP print cartridges and ensure consistent print quality:
● Keep all unused print cartridges in their original sealed packages until they are
needed. Store print cartridges at room temperature (15–35° C or 59–95° F).
● Do not remove the plastic tape covering the ink nozzles until you are ready to install
the print cartridge in the printer. If the plastic tape has been removed from the print
cartridge, do not attempt to reattach it. Reattaching the tape damages the print
cartridge.
Maintain the quality of photo paper
For best results with photo paper, follow the guidelines in this section.
To store photo paper
● Store the photo paper in its original packaging or in a resealable plastic bag.
● Store the packaged photo paper on a flat, cool, and dry surface.
● Return unused photo paper to the plastic bag. Paper left in the printer or exposed
to the elements may curl.
To handle photo paper
● Always hold photo paper by the edges to avoid fingerprints.
● If the photo paper has curled edges, place it in its plastic storage bag and gently
bend it in the opposite direction of the curl until the paper lies flat.
Transport the printer
It is easy to transport and set up the printer almost anywhere. Take it with you on
vacations and to family gatherings and social events to instantly print and share photos
with family and friends.
To make it even easier to print on the go, you can purchase these accessories:
● Internal Battery: Power the printer with a rechargeable HP Photosmart Internal
Battery so you can print anywhere.
● Carrying Case: Carry the printer and printing supplies together in this convenient
HP Photosmart Carrying Case.
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