KODAK ESP 1.2 All-in-One Printer — Extended User Guide


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9 Maintaining Your Printer

Replacing the printhead

IMPORTANT: Replacing the printhead is not a regular maintenance procedure. Replace the printhead only if you receive a new printhead from Kodak.

To replace the printhead:

  1. Make sure your printer is on.

  2. Lift the access door, and wait for the carriage to move to the access position.



  3. Remove both ink cartridges and set them aside.



  4. Unlatch the printhead by pushing the button in the center of the carriage.



  5. Lift the printhead out of the carriage .



  6. Remove the new printhead from its bag.




  7. Remove the protective cap from the new printhead.



  8. Install the printhead into the carriage.




  9. Push firmly against the target label of the printhead until you hear a loud snap.



  10. Insert the black ink cartridge into the printhead.



  11. Press down on the ink cartridge until you hear a click.



  12. Repeat steps 10 - for the color ink cartridge.



  13. Close the access door.

    The printer detects the new printhead. Follow the instructions on the control panel to calibrate your printer.



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