HP Designjet Archives - Printer Repair Hub https://printerrepairhub.com/printer/hp-designjet/ Printer Repair Experts Sun, 18 Jun 2017 12:32:55 +0000 en-CA hourly 1 HP Designjet Maintenance Tips https://printerrepairhub.com/hp-designjet-maintenance-tips/ Sun, 13 Mar 2016 17:26:05 +0000 http://www.printerrepairhub.com/?p=925 HP Makes great wide format or plotters. if properly handled and taken care of, they can last for years to come without much maintenance.

  • Always update the printer firmware to the latest as per the instructions. Also when replacing any electronic module, always check the firmware revision level of the new electronic module. Also check the firmware revision level of the ROM SIMM installed in the old electronic module.
  • If you have a print quality problem, HP recommends that you print the Print-Quality Plot to get to the root of the problem. This will help you to differentiate between possible error and tell you if the quality issue is due to Cartridge error or incorrect front panel selection, driver issue or some mechanical problem.
  • If the Carriage is making noise, it can be due to dirty carriage bushings. Clean dust from dirty carriage bushings and also from slider rod. You may also lubricant to the slider rod if necessary.
  • Make sure the carriage belt is not worn out and is free of any abrasions.
  • If the Printer is continuously rejecting Cartridges, make sure you have removed the tape from new Cartridge. This is a common error. This can also be due to Dirty pads and therefore clean the flex contacts on the cartrige and the Carriage.
  • If the Designjet has problem with Cutter, check the cable for the Front Panel assembly is not loose and properly routed in the cover clips.
  • For HP Designjet Repair, contact our service team.
]]> Preventive Maintenance HP Designjets https://printerrepairhub.com/preventive-maintenance-hp-designjets/ Mon, 06 Apr 2015 02:25:16 +0000 http://www.printerrepairhub.com/?p=867 HP Designjets are most popular and best selling wide format or so-called plotters for various printing needs. They are known for their high-quality printing and low maintenance cost. It is very important to keep these printers in good conditions so they have minimal wear and tear and are in good share for extensive printing. Here are some of the steps you can follow to reduce chances of repairs.

Preventive Maintenance for HP Designjets

Keep them in a Clean place: Dust and moisture can be disastrous for any plotter. Make sure the place you keep your HP Designjet is clean without dust and dry. High level of moisture can damage your printer as well as dust. Blow away the dust if any with a compressor air. Wipe the plotter with a soft lint free cloth.

Make sure the Driver rollers are regularly cleaned.

Always check for Carriage Belt wear and tear. If you find the belt in worn out, install a replacement belt at the earliest.

Get your wide format plotter calibrated once a year to make sure the printer is working well.

Always get your Designjet serviced twice a year depending upon the usage. Get your plotter serviced from an experienced HP Designjet Repair company such as Printer Repair Hub.

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