How to Change Ink Cartridge In Dell Printer

Although we are living in a digital world, still we need a printer for printing various necessary documents. This is the reason why the printer is still in high demand.

If you have a printer one of the most common and frequent tasks you have to accomplish is changing the ink cartridge. Dell printer is one of the best printers used by many home users as well as in offices. If you are using a dell printer means it is advisable to use a Dell cartridge for better functioning of the printer. Dell does not offer a warranty for any issues caused by making use of parts or any accessories that are not supplied by Dell.

Steps on How to Change an Ink Cartridge In a Dell Printer

  1.          At first, you have to remove the old cartridge. For that turn, off the printer and open the cartridge access cover. Now slowly pinch the cartridge in between your finger to remove the yellow tab in the back. Be careful enough to remove the cartridge gently otherwise, you will end up spilling the remaining ink.
  2.       Now when you have removed the old cartridge its time to install the new cartridge. Firstly, unpack the new cartridge but before removing it from the package shake it for at least four to five times for distributing the colour evenly.
  3.          Take away the tape from the new cartridge. Be careful while handling the new cartridge otherwise you will end up spilling the colour.
  4.          Now keep the new cartridge in the cartridge holder of the printer and press it firmly near the center of the label till a clicking sound is heard. Now cartridge is installed so close the cartridge access cover. Turn the printer on. If you face any problem while installing it is better to call a technician.
  5.   Now your printer is ready for installation in PC and printing.

 There are certain things you should keep in mind while handling the cartridge.

  1.  The cartridges are very light and temperature sensitive. Keep it away from places where there are corrosive gases, salty air etc.
  2. Try to keep the new unpacked dell cartridge in the same place as a printer where there is controlled temperature and humidity. The optimum temperature should not be more than 400C and humidity should not be less than 20% and more than 80%.  Until it is installed it should be kept in original and unopened package.
  3. Avoid touching the photoconductive drum surface in the cartridge. If by any chance the original package is not present cover the cartridge with paper and keep it in a dark cabinet.
  4. Never expose the cartridge to shock or any vibrations.
  5. Do not rotate the drum of the cartridge in reverse way as it can cause some unnecessary damage.
Therefore, for better and extended functionality of your printer and cartridge follow the above instructions and precautions properly. Any problem that arises and you think it can be handled by you, then better consult a printer technician or company guidelines.

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