Effective Solutions for Cleaning a Clogged Printhead on Epson WF-7510

Question:

Hi, I have a printhead that I cannot get cleared. There are a few spots that still seem clogged. I have used an ISO+water mixture to clean it using a syringe, but several holes remain clogged. I have removed the printhead from an Epson WF-7510. Can you clean the printhead for me?

Answer:

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Cleaning Your Epson WF-7510 Printhead:

Using a syringe to push an ISO+water mixture through the printhead can put a lot of stress on it. If only a few pixels are missing, this method may cause more harm than good. Missing pixels can be due to air bubbles, which may clear up in a day or two, or due to permanent damage from debris, which won’t be fixed by any cleaning method. There’s also a risk of delaminating the ink channels or damaging the electronics, which could render the printhead useless or even damage your printer.

Here are some steps and recommendations for cleaning your printhead using Epson’s built-in method:

1. Built-in Cleaning Function:
   • Accessing the Cleaning Function: Go to Settings -> Maintenance -> Print Head Cleaning on your printer. Use this function if the nozzle check results are unsatisfactory.
   • Cleaning Schedule:
     • Day One:
       • Perform the cleaning function 3 times or until the nozzle check is perfect.
       • Turn off the printer for at least 10 minutes.
       • Perform the cleaning function 3 more times or until the nozzle check is perfect.
       • If the nozzle check is still imperfect, wait 12 hours before continuing.
     • Day Two:
       • Repeat the steps from Day One.
       • If the nozzle check is still not perfect, please get in touch with us.

It’s acceptable to have one or two missing pixels in the nozzle check, but it’s recommended to repeat the cleaning process until the nozzle check is perfect. To prevent clogs, print at least one page per day. If clogs occur, repeat this cleaning process.

If this method doesn't work, you might have to live with the few missing pixels. Using high-resolution printing can help, as the printer will print the same spot twice, effectively hiding the missing pixels.

Addressing printer issues can be a complicated affair due to the hands-on nature of the problems. For instance, resolving a simple clog might involve advice on unclogging procedures. However, if the printer remained inactive during downtime, a comprehensive service for the ink system could be necessary. Situations like a "paper jam" can arise from hundreds of potential causes, and solving such an issue has become something of an in-office jest. So, we're not able to provide remote troubleshooting, suggestions, or support for printer repairs. We offer an in-person evaluation and repair service via our local diagnostic facility (https://bchtechnologies.com/printer-repair-service). Given the high demand, we operate on a first-come, first-served basis. So, it might take a few weeks before we can get your printer to drop it off or mail it to us. Our services are structured to repair either a whole printer or specific parts, with clear instructions on how to proceed if you opt for mail-in or local drop-off services. However, we acknowledge that our rates aren't the most economical. Thus, we highly recommend that you resort to self-help via online research. You can start by checking out YouTube or visiting our YouTube channel's homepage (https://youtube.com/@bchtechnologies). Look for specific videos using the search icon next to "About" on the right-hand side of the menu bar. I receive dozens of queries every day asking about videos for specific topics. Having created videos over the past nine years, it's challenging to remember every single one. Therefore, using YouTube's search function would be most efficient. Plus, YouTube might suggest relevant videos from other channels that could assist you.

Thank you again for contacting us. We appreciate your support and engagement, and we hope this helps resolve your printer issue.