Ink system failure was working fine the I stopped

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Did you try doing a hard reset to the device

Hello,

Try this solution.

http://www.ccl-la.com/blog/index.php/hp-photosmart-ink-system-failure-2/

The "ink system failure" is caused by air in the ink nozzles. The clear the error you need to do a full purge of the system and the above procedure with do it.

I hope this helps, if so please rate my solution.

BuddyMc

This error usually means you are at the end of the life on the printhead or the printhead assembly has a defect causing it to stop working. You can try removing all of the cartridges with the machine on. once they have all been removed unplug the power cord from the socket (be sure printer is still on!) wait about 30sec-1min. then plug back in. the display will Read out of ink install and an icon for each missing color. Reinstall all cartridges and close cover. it will take a minute or 2 for it to cycle and prime the ink. The display should read ink Sysytem Failure, power down machine. Press Power button to shut down, leave for another 30sec. and then turn back on. If the error displays again you will have to contact HP for in warranty service or replacement options. Note: if you are out of Warranty it is a good idea to shop for a new printer via Costco, Walmart, or an Office Supply Store, it will save you $$$
(a friend had this issue and they were going to sell her a new printer for $30 more than staples plus shipping!)

Try the solution in the below link, recommended by HP.

http://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c00489814&cc=us&lc=en&dlc=en&product=3194498&tmp_track_link=ot_search

1. Press the On button to turn the printer off.
2. Unplug the power cord from the back of the printer.
3. Remove all the ink cartridges.
4. Wait two minutes.
5. Plug the power cord into the back of the printer.
6. Press the On button to turn the printer on.
7. Install the ink cartridges when prompted.

If the error code does not display, the issue is resolved.

have you unpluged it from the outlet? can you see any paper stuck?
otherwise you have a bad system board and would cost more to fix than just to by a new one.

Ink system failures is a very serious problem on HP printer systems. If you have this problem you should be ready to replace your printer. However there are still troubleshooting steps that you can do to try to resolve this problem. try this Ink System Failure Trouble shooting guide.

You can find a reset for the HP ink system failure at: http://www.inkbank.com.au/webcontent21.htm
It is for HP C7180 model, but might work with yours too...

cheers L.C.

Same deal. Message "ink system failure". I restarted the printer, it works fine