Clean the paper path

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Clean the paper path

If you are experiencing toner specks or dots on the printouts, clean the paper path. This process uses a transparency to remove dust and toner from the paper path. Do not use bond or rough paper.

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HP P1100 note Clean the paper path NOTE:

For best results use a sheet of transparency. If you do not have any transparencies, you can use copier-grade media (60 to 163 g/m2 (16 to 43 lb)) that has a smooth surface.

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Make sure that the product is idle and the ready light HP P1100 inline ready Clean the paper path is on.
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Load media in the input tray.
3.
Open the printer Properties.
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Click the Device Settings tab.
5.
In the Cleaning Page area, click the Start button to process the cleaning page.
HP P1100 note Clean the paper path NOTE:

The cleaning process takes about 2 minutes. The cleaning page stops periodically during the cleaning process. Do not turn the product off until the cleaning process has finished. You might need to repeat the cleaning process several times to thoroughly clean the product.

HP P1100 Clean the paper path