HERE ARE SOME COMMON PRINTER CARTRIDGE PROBLEMS

We all know that there isn’t any alternative that can replace printers. So, it’s important for us to get familiar with its functioning to tackle its problems. Some of you may not be using it regularly and others may be using it on daily basis. But issues can be faced by both the type of users. You can fix minor issues yourself but to solve such small problems, you need a little bit of knowledge. 

Cartridges are one of the big factors which often cause problems. Their timely replacement and small regular check-ups can give you a smooth printing experience. You may purchase cartridges from CartridgeMate.  It comprises of all types of genuine cartridges be it Brother Ink Cartridges, Apple cartridges, Dell cartridges, Samsung cartridges etc.

FOLLOWING ARE SOME PRINTER CARTRIDGE PROBLEMS YOU MUST KNOW ABOUT:-

WHITE LINES OR MISSING PRINTS: The only reason for such a problem is print head being partially clogged. Printers may have such an issue because of irregular usage since ink in the print head gets dried up with time and blocks the small holes from where the ink comes out. Poor quality or pirated inks can also cause this problem. It can also happen with genuine inks if not regularly used. Cleaning the print head can fix such an issue.

NO DETECTION OF INK LEVELS: You should NEVER install ink cartridges when the printer is turned off. If the printer still isn’t detecting the ink levels after cartridge installation, you may turn off the printer and unplug it for 20 mins until the memory resets. Some printers also have an option to manually reset ink levels.

EXCESSIVE GREY BACKGROUND: Such a problem is common in laser printers, which may reflect that the transfer roller in the toner needs replacement. Before you replace the toner or any of its parts, you may reduce the density setting on the printer or even using a lighter weight paper may also help. You may require replacement if neither of such solution works.

INK LEAKAGE: Such an issue may occur with poorly designed compatible cartridges. This problem may occur if the ink valves aren’t sealed properly when ink is installed. If any ink leakage happens, it then comes into notice when cartridge replacement is done. You must search for a good cartridge supplier since there is a lot of low-quality stock circulating the market.

PRINTHEAD ISSUE: Print head is the most delicate part and there’s nothing to get surprised when a problem occurs. The only way to fix such an issue is taking out the print head by removing all the cartridges. After print head’s removal, you must clean it and even all the adjacent electrical contacts must be cleaned. After this, reinstall it. Keep the printer unplugged for 20 minutes after reinstallation. If it doesn’t work even then, there are chances of a fault in it. There are many printers that don’t have removable print heads, so after all possible repairs; the choice of last resort is printer’s replacement.

WRONG COLOURED IMAGES: The causes of this problem can be the installation of the cartridge without removing the breather tape at the top surface of the cartridge or partially blocked print head. By a trial print, you can make out which colour isn’t printing correctly. After isolating the problem colour or colours, you must check that whether the tape has been fully removed or not. You may also get the print head cleaned.

Such knowledge about cartridge problems can provide a smooth printing experience. You must keep a regular check on leakages and even proceed for timely cartridge replacement.

You can purchase genuine cartridges from CartridgeMate. All major brands are available on this website like Brother ink cartridges, Samsung, Dell, Apple etc.