Causes and Solution of HP Ink System Failure
You can come across the “Ink system failure” error when there is some difficulty in the ink cartridges. This is one of the most common error messages with touchscreen control panels. You can also see this error in alphanumeric codes depending on your printer such as 0xB or 0xC. So, given here are the steps that can help you to sort out this error. The troubleshooting steps for this error is very easy. You can resolve this error in just few steps. In case of any sort of technical assistance, you can contact HP Support team and get help from our certified experts. They will help you with your problem and offer you the best way to eradicate your problem.
Major causes of Ink system failure
You may face this error due to several ways. Some of them are given below.
- The ink cartridge is not well-matched
Ink cartridges work for a particular printer or some printer series. You cannot use an ink cartridge in your printer. In case, if you access another brand or different ink cartridge number, you can come across the error message and this will restrict your printer from working.
What is the remedy to this issue?
To fix this issue, you have to use the correct ink cartridge number for your printer. After that, test your empty cartridge and you can access it as your guide. In the manual, everything is provided there. You can check it there. If this is not comfortable with you, you can visit online stores. They only need your printer model to give the compatible cartridge.
- Your printer cannot read the afresh installed cartridge
This happens only when the ink cartridge is not installed properly or the counter was not reset.
How to fix this issue?
You can reinstall the ink cartridge or reset your printer. To do so, start your printer and allow it to sit idle and silent. Detach the power cord from the printer and unplug it from the power outlet. Wait for some time before plugging the cord again. Now, start your printer and allow it to be idle and silent before you run the test print.
- Ink levels - too low or empty
A low ink level or empty cartridge is the main reason for this error message. If you have new ink cartridge and you have tried reinstalling, the reason may be the counter that needs to reset.
Steps to fix this problem
Turn off the power and unplug your printer to reset the counter. After that, hit “#” and “9” buttons and press them together for some time (at least 30seconds). While holding the buttons, attach the printer and turn it on. You have to wait for another 30 seconds before releasing it. Hit the power button and check if the error is still there or not.
- Blocked ink cartridge vents and printhead
Cleaning the ink cartridge is the only solution for preventing this error. Dried ink on the nozzle or printhead is the main reason for this issue. Therefore, you need to clean it properly.
How to fix?
You can use a lint-free cloth to clean ink cartridge. To clean it, perform these steps. First of all, take out the ink cartridge. Confiscate the dried inks that are on the nozzle with the use of lint-free cloth and alcohol or warm water. Just wipe the cartridge slot and remove all the dust or dried ink. Try not to touch any wirings. After that, reinstall the ink cartridge and check the error persists or not.
So, these are the steps to eradicate the HP Ink System Failure. For technical assistance, contact on HP Printer Help Number. Experts will solve your problem in no time with proper guidance.
