Lexmark pro 205 spilling blue ink on documents

Power on printer and soak up spilled ink with towels. Next we suggest you remove PRINTHEAD from printer and inspect for damage to contact pin(s) on the INSIDE OF THE PRINTHEAD ASSEMBLY. Please refer to printhead removal procedure below for reference (HP Officejet PRO 8600 Printhead Removal & Replacement Procedure):
http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en&docname=c02871867

NOTE: To gain access to the service menus and advance printer reset procedures (and service tests) for the HP Officejet Pro 8600, 8610, 8620 or 8630 series printers please refer to our HP Diagnostics document at the following link:

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Alternatively, if you need to purchase a new ink cartridge(s) and are trying to cut costs, we suggest you try a remanufactured ink cartridge from http://www.inkplicity.com/ as their ink cartridges typically have the lowest cost in the USA, have a high reliability rating, come with a 1-year warranty and provide free shipping for all orders above $20.

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Oh boy,
the last time this happened to me, I lost a rather good HP printer.
I was not able to save it due to the ink drying on important componets.
Sorry I have no constructive info for you, but I do wish you luck.

Updating the firmware of your printer will help with the issues that you're experiencing. Just go to http://bit.ly/ghfW8H to download the firmware update. After the update, try to perform the Deep Clean Printhead again.

Please make sure you are inserting genuine Lexmark cartridges. Lexmark printers work best with original supplies. Lexmark does not recommend the use of refilled, re-manufactured or clone cartridges. You might not get the print quality you expect from the ink that is specially formulated by Lexmark.

If you're using Windows, try to follow these steps to fix the problem.

1. Start menu > Printers & Faxes > Lexmark Pro200 Series Properties window pops up > go to Advanced tab > Printing Defaults.
   
2. The Lexmark Pro200 Series Printing Preferences window pops up > go to Advanced tab > More Options > under Suppress Blank Pages, enable "Enable blank page suppression"
   
3. Save the setting.
4. Try to print a document again to verify that the problem is fixed.

Replacing the cartridge should resolve this problem: Follow these steps to replace the cartridge:

Installing / Replacing the BJ Cartridge Follow this procedure to replace the BJ cartridge:
1. Make sure the MultiPASS is plugged in.
2. Open the document tray.
3. Lift the document guides to open the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder).

If the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) does not open easily, slide the document guides outward and then open the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder).
Or slide the Document Feed Lever to either the automatic or manual setting.
4. Press. If installing the BJ Cartridge for the first time, skip to step 6.

Caution: Do not try to manually move or stop the cartridge holder since this may damage the unit. Do not touch the components shown or any metal parts since this may adversely affect operation of the unit and/or affect print quality.


The MultiPASS has an automatic protection feature that helps keep it from overheating. If the cartridge holder does not move, unplug the MultiPASS and let it cool for several minutes. Then plug it in again.
Press to move the cartridge holder.
5. Raise the blue cartridge lock lever on the cartridge holder and remove the BJ cartridge.

Caution: Discard the old BJ cartridge immediately according to the local laws and regulations for disposal of consumables.You may want to place it in a plastic bag to keep any residual ink from spilling. Spilled ink can stain any surface; protect yourself and your work area. If removing a BJ cartridge to use one of the optional BJ cartridges, be sure to store the BJ cartridge in the container provided with your MultiPASS. Otherwise the ink will dry and affect print quality.

6. Remove the new BJ cartridge from its package, then remove the orange protective cap (1) and tape (2).

Caution: Discard the cap and tape. Never attempt to reattach them to the BJ cartridge print head. Install the BJ cartridge immediately after removing the cap and tape. Spilled ink can stain any surface; protect yourself and your work area.
7. With the label facing outward, insert the BJ cartridge into the cartridge holder. Lower the blue cartridge lock lever until it locks into position.
8. Press .
The cartridge holder moves to its home position on the right side of the unit and begins cleaning the BJ cartridge print head. This process takes about 55 seconds.

Caution: Do not try to manually move or stop the cartridge holder since this may damage the unit.
9. Close the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder).
10. Close the document tray.
Note: If you need to unplug the MultiPASS, wait until the unit is in standby mode (date and receive mode displayed in the LCD). Otherwise the cartridge holder may not be in its home position causing the BJ cartridge to remain uncapped and dry out.

The only reason for getting error "PU IN CARTRIDGE" is that the cartridge is not installed correctly. Follow these steps to reinstall the cartridge which will resolve the problem:

Note: The same step can be performed for error "photo ink in use" but if this does not resolve the issue, you can try and change the cartridge.

Installing / Replacing the BJ Cartridge Follow this procedure to replace the BJ cartridge:
1. Make sure the MultiPASS is plugged in.
2. Open the document tray.
3. Lift the document guides to open the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder).

If the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder) does not open easily, slide the document guides outward and then open the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder).
Or slide the Document Feed Lever to either the automatic or manual setting.
4. Press. If installing the BJ Cartridge for the first time, skip to step 6.

Caution: Do not try to manually move or stop the cartridge holder since this may damage the unit. Do not touch the components shown or any metal parts since this may adversely affect operation of the unit and/or affect print quality.


The MultiPASS has an automatic protection feature that helps keep it from overheating. If the cartridge holder does not move, unplug the MultiPASS and let it cool for several minutes. Then plug it in again.
Press to move the cartridge holder.
5. Raise the blue cartridge lock lever on the cartridge holder and remove the BJ cartridge.

Caution: Discard the old BJ cartridge immediately according to the local laws and regulations for disposal of consumables.You may want to place it in a plastic bag to keep any residual ink from spilling. Spilled ink can stain any surface; protect yourself and your work area. If removing a BJ cartridge to use one of the optional BJ cartridges, be sure to store the BJ cartridge in the container provided with your MultiPASS. Otherwise the ink will dry and affect print quality.

6. Remove the new BJ cartridge from its package, then remove the orange protective cap (1) and tape (2).

Caution: Discard the cap and tape. Never attempt to reattach them to the BJ cartridge print head. Install the BJ cartridge immediately after removing the cap and tape. Spilled ink can stain any surface; protect yourself and your work area.
7. With the label facing outward, insert the BJ cartridge into the cartridge holder. Lower the blue cartridge lock lever until it locks into position.
8. Press .
The cartridge holder moves to its home position on the right side of the unit and begins cleaning the BJ cartridge print head. This process takes about 55 seconds.

Caution: Do not try to manually move or stop the cartridge holder since this may damage the unit.
9. Close the ADF (Automatic Document Feeder).
10. Close the document tray.
Note: If you need to unplug the MultiPASS, wait until the unit is in standby mode (date and receive mode displayed in the LCD). Otherwise the cartridge holder may not be in its home position causing the BJ cartridge to remain uncapped and dry out.

open the printer up. remove the ink holders. check for a part number on them, and then go online, of back here, and let's see what the Googlebot says.

got backup?

You are spilling blue toner. Try to vacuum out the excess blue toner from the machine. Be careful not to scratch the transfer belt.

If a black cartridge will not print, with no error messages, it is probably th printhead. Clean it with proper cleaning solution. Refilled ones if done yourself or by someone else, can also have air bubbles, Try blowing down refill hole with tissue under the cartridge to stop ink spills. Also, if you press a folder non scented wipe under the cartridge firmly, you should get a solid little black line or impression. This will tell you if the ink is getting down ok. Try reprinting.