HP Z3100 Support Question
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Question posted by Shksbi on June 2nd, 2014
How To Clean A Printhead Drop Detector On A Hp Z3100
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Answer #1: Posted by sabrie on June 2nd, 2014 8:26 AM
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13 Troubleshooting ink cartridge and printhead issues
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HP Designjet Z3100ps GP Photo Printer - User's Guide - Page 190
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2. Open the transparent window. 4.
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