HP Smart Tank Printers - Moving, transporting the printer

Make sure the ink tank caps are secure, and then disengage the ink system. Place the printer in a well-padded box, and keep the printer level to prevent ink spills.

1. Turn off the printer, and then unplug the power cord.

   

2. Disconnect any other cable.

3. Remove any paper from the input tray and output tray.

4. Close the output tray extender.

   

5. Open the front door and make sure the print carriage is all the way to the left. If not, manually move it to the left.

   

6. Press the side of the printhead cover to release the cover.

   

7. Make sure all ink tank caps are closed.

   

8. Insert a piece of cardboard into the printhead access area, tape it in place, and then close the front door.

   

9. Find a box that is large enough to hold the printer and packing material, such as the original box the printer came in.

10. Pack the printer securely with the original foam or other packing material, place the printer in the box, and then tape the box closed.

11. Keeping the printer as level as possible, transport the printer to the desired location or service center.

    CAUTION:

    Do not tilt or turn the printer upside down.

    

Unpack the printer, place the printer on a level surface, where you intend to use it.

1. Keeping the printer level, remove the printer from the box and plastic bag, and then place the printer on a level surface, where you intend to use it.

2. Open the front door.

   

3. Remove the piece of cardboard from the printhead access area.

   

4. Press the blue latch to close the printhead cover.

   

5. Close the front door.

   

6. Plug the power cord, connect any other cable, and then turn on the printer.