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Refilling your ink cartridge instead of replacing
it seems to be a sensible way to save some money. However, it’s
important to be aware of some pitfalls, so that you don’t damage
your printer or give yourself unnecessary headaches.
PART I: Before you buy a refill kit
- Because different printers use different techniques to get the
ink from the cartridge onto the paper, the inks themselves have
very different properties. It’s very important to use a refill
kit that is specifically for your model of printer.
- You should be aware that many printer manufacturers will void
your warranty if you use a inkjet refill kit.
- If you own a printer in which the print head is built into the
ink cartridge (such as an HP), be very cautious about refilling
the printer cartridge. You can do it a couple of times, but if
you refill more than that, you will begin to damage the print
head and/or the printer. Be particularly careful not to let the
cartridge run out of ink, as this can cause the print head to
overheat.
PART II: Refilling
Your Cartridge
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