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| [title] Clean the printhead | |
| [* icon_caution] Alcohol should only be used as a last resort since it can damage the printhead. If alcohol is used, purge the printhead with clean water ***THREE TIMES***. | |
| - | [* icon_reminder] The water will get lighter as the ink is cleared from the printhead. As such, you will need to do this multiple times. ***Tip:*** Stubborn clogs that do not clear easily may come out if an ultrasonic cleaner or paintbrush is used. |
| - | [* icon_note] Put the printhead in front of a fan to speed up the drying time. |
| - | [* icon_note] ***Recommended circulation times:*** ***With alcohol:*** 5-10 minutes. ***Without alcohol:*** 15 minutes. |
| + | [* icon_caution] ***Recommended circulation times:*** ***With alcohol:*** 5-10 minutes. ***Without alcohol:*** 15 minutes. |
| + | [* icon_reminder] The water will get lighter as the ink is cleared from the printhead. Change the water until it is clear. ***Tip:*** For stubborn clogs, an ultrasonic cleaner or paintbrush may help break the clog down. |
| [* red] Pour hot water into a bowl and let the printhead sit. Change the water as it gets dark and unusable. Do this until the water is reasonably clear. | |
| [* orange] To mitigate ***Printhead Problem*** errors, dry the contacts and nozzles by hand. | |
| - | [* yellow] Before reinstalling the printhead, let it dry for ~2-3 hours outside of the printer. |
| + | [* yellow] Before reinstalling the printhead, let it dry for ~2-3 hours outside of the printer. Before reinstalling the printhead, let it dry for ~2-3 hours outside of the printer. ***Tip:*** If you want to speed up the drying time, put the printhead in front of a fan. |