Printouts are faded or have dull colors – HP Deskjet F4480 User Manual
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If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 6: Automatically clean the print cartridges.
Solution: Clean the print cartridges.
For more information, see
“Automatically clean print cartridges” on page 39
Cause: The print cartridge nozzles needed to be cleaned.
If this did not solve the issue, try the next solution.
Solution 7: Contact HP support
Solution: Contact HP support for service.
Go to
.
If prompted, choose your country/region, and then click Contact HP for information
on calling for technical support.
Cause: There was a problem with the printhead.
Printouts are faded or have dull colors
Try the following solutions if the colors in your printout are not as bright and intense as
you expected.
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Solution 1: Make sure you are using genuine HP ink cartridges
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Solution 2: Check the ink levels
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Solution 3: Check the print settings
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Solution 4: Check the paper type
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Solution 5: Automatically clean the print cartridges.
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Solution 6: Contact HP support
Solution 1: Make sure you are using genuine HP ink cartridges
Solution: Check to see if your ink cartridges are genuine HP ink cartridges.
HP recommends that you use genuine HP ink cartridges. Genuine HP ink cartridges
are designed and tested with HP printers to help you easily produce great results,
time after time.
NOTE:
HP cannot guarantee the quality or reliability of non-HP supplies. Product
service or repairs required as a result of using a non-HP supply will not be covered
under warranty.
If you believe you purchased genuine HP ink cartridges, go to:
Cause: Non-HP ink cartridges were being used.
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