I see a clear vinyl cover tightly sealed onto the ink hole of this cartridge. Should I take it off before install it or use it as it is??
1689149
It will automatically pierce it when you install the cartridge. So no, you don't have to do anything to it.
1689150
Don't take it off - it will puncture when you pop it into place. I had the same thought at first though!
621074
Do nothing it is part of the cartridge. Just be carefull opening the ink cartridge be sure to pull the tab of the top of tank before removing the cartridge cap or you will get an ink bath. My cartridges work just like originals Awesome price Highly Recommend
1168012
Sounds daft but have you pulled the tab off the new cartridge properly? Theres sometimes a clear film over where the ink comes out for stopping it drying out whilst on the shelf. Try print head alignment through the maintenence function
577841
If I remember correctly, I believe this cartridge had a removable frame on it to help protect the exposed green fuser roll during shipping. You would need to remove this before inserting the cartridge. If you tried inserting it with the frame on, you may have left that in the machine, making putting a cartridge in place impossible.
1858783
It doesn't leak for me if I am careful to remove the little pull-off tab first. Then turn the cartridge over and twist off the cap over the ink. I suppose that, if you see excess ink when you twist off the cap, you might want to have a paper towel available to blot the excess ink (but this has not happened to me so long as I remove the little pull-off tab first). I confess that I, uh, didn't read the instructions the first time I put in one of these cartridges - I removed the twist off portion first - and it leaked. Now I am careful to follow the instructions about what to remove first when installing a new cartridge.
639343
I had the leaking problem described here. Took the handle off and took the cartridge out. Looked fine - I noticed the cartridge nut was loose when I unscrewed it so I hand tightened it and it stopped leaking for a day. I took off the handle again and tightened the Cartridge nut with a wrench until snug (the nut is plastic and I did not know how tight it should be. Definitely don't over-tighten). The leak is gone but there is nothing in the documentation on how much to tighten.
548007
No it is not safe to keep the cover on while the printer is on idle or printing. You couldn't print with it on as it would interfere with the copy discharge. The machine probably should be able to have air circulating while it is on due to heat buildup.
2119934
My cartridges smudged considerably,so I tried to remove the plastic covers. They are firmly attached. Any help on how to fix this problem?
254239
Yes, YOu just have to pull it off. There are actually two "O" rings - the big one at the bottom of the cartridge (you get a spare with the new cartridge, I think) and a small one on a ball at the bottom of the shaft. It's this ball with "O" ring which is making it difficult to pull the cartridge off. Go ahead and pull it off. Also it is this little "O" ring which is lubricated, not the big one. I am going by memory, but I've done it a few times over the years.
900296
I made a small hole that only the needle can enter straight & covered it w/ the label sticker of the cartridge (the hole is beneath the sticker). You can use a simple tape glue (not liquid glue) or a sticker. I think it's better to do, as in time it drys fast.
158354
I am using it on an HP cartridge. You could probably make the hole in the plastic with a soldering iron, but this makes it easy. It make the hole the right size to pour in the toner. Keep in mind that it is a really dirty job. Even with the right size hole, the toner still gets all over the place. Do it outside. I am not sorry that I bought this.
123705
In my opinion, you don't need to do that. because once open the ink cartridge it cannot be sealed up unless you let it stay in the printer. In fact, this is my option.
1637025
Remove the yellow protection from edge you might need to poke slightly but really shake the cartridge and install may have repeat until ink comes out when printing. Be patient. Took me a while
1356741
pull out plastic cover... take hold of cartridge and pull straight out. new one snaps into place easily. replace cover
1725967
The printer port that accepts the ink cartridge is designed to pierce the seal as it is being installed. This is why installing in one fluid push is important. Many people who report leaks are causing the leaks themselves by partially inserting or inserting and pulling back out. Once the seal is punctured, leave the thing in.
351108
That's to keep the pen from being fully closed, preventing the ink cartridge from being opened. You remove it before using the pen.
310784
Did you apply tape to the top of the cartridge after you refilled it? I made that mistake and had blocked the vent hole on the top (it's forward of the refilling hole). Removed the tape from the vent, and it worked great after that.