Why is the ink light flashing on my HP printer?

Why is the ink light flashing on my HP printer?

Print Cartridge Status light is flashing after installing a new print cartridge (print cartridge rejection) If the Print Cartridge Status light begins to flash after a new print cartridge is installed, this is known as print cartridge rejection.

What do I do if my HP printer is blinking?

If you wait several minutes and it continues to blink, turn the printer off, then back on. If it will not turn off, unplug the power cord from the back of the printer. Unplug the power cord from the power source. Wait 30 seconds, then plug the power cord back into the power source.

Why is my HP Deskjet f4100 power button blinking?

Blinking lights can indicate error conditions. They might also indicate that the printer is starting up, processing a print job, or charging batteries.

What are the blinking lights on the HP Deskjet 6540?

The HP Deskjet 6540 series printer has two print cartridge status lights. The left light corresponds to the left print cartridge, and the right light corresponds to the right print cartridge. If printing a borderless document when the light started flashing, follow the borderless printing guidelines.

Why is my printer light flashing with new ink?

Put old cartridges in. Printed fine, color off because low ink. Put two new cartridges in and light flashes. Put 2 MORE NEW cartridges in. Light flashes, won’t print. Over $80 new cartridges, can’t put tape back on the cartridges! Help please. Solved! Go to Solution. 04-15-2018 05:22 PM Welcome to HP Forums.

What does the rejection light mean on a HP printer?

Print cartridge rejection occurs when an unknown or incorrect print cartridge is installed in the printer. If a print job is sent while the Print Cartridge Status light is on, a message stating that the print cartridge has been rejected and must be removed or replaced will open.

What should I do if my HP printer wont print?

(1) Turn the printer on, if it is not already on. (2) Wait until the printer is idle and silent before you continue. (3) With the printer turned on, disconnect the power cord from the rear of the printer.