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Solving Problems 91
Printer Lights
The tables below summarize the functions of the printer lights. To diagnose problems
indicated by the printer lights, see below.
Diagnosing Printer Problems
First, check the printer’s lights (see below) or run a printer check (see page 93).
Light Meaning
) paper out On: printer is out of paper, multiple sheets fed, the wrong size sheet
fed, or the CD/DVD tray is not in position.
Flashing: paper isn’t loaded for the currently selected paper path,
paper is jammed, or the output tray is in the wrong position.
H ink (eight) On: an ink cartridge is empty.
Flashing: an ink cartridge is low on ink.
P power On: printer is turned on.
Flashing: printer is receiving a print job, printing, replacing or charging
ink, cleaning the print head, or moving the output tray position.
Lights Explanation
Green P power light
flashes
The printer is receiving a print job, printing, replacing an ink
cartridge, charging ink, or cleaning the print head.
Red
H ink light flashes An ink cartridge is low on ink. Make sure you have a
replacement cartridge, then follow the steps on page 82 to
install it.
Red
H ink light on An ink cartridge is out of ink, not installed, not installed
correctly, or is not compatible with the printer.
Follow the steps on page 82 to install or reinstall the
cartridge correctly.