Fixing Nozzle Clogs and Ink Issues on Epson WF-7725 Printers
- By Ellen Joy
- On Dec 27, 2024
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Question:
I have an Epson WF-7725, and my printhead nozzle test shows that half the nozzles for color are completely gone. When I try to print an image, the printer lays down a lot of ink but doesn’t produce a clear image. What could be causing this, and how can I fix it?
Answer:
The problem you’re describing arises from very bad nozzle clogs, or air bubbles in the ink lines. If a nozzle test shows that nozzles are missing and the printer lays down too much or too little ink without producing crisp images, it could mean that the printhead isn’t distributing the ink evenly. Always perform a nozzle check from the maintenance menu to verify the pattern first before doing anything. But if it does have gaps then do 2–3 head cleanings. If running cleanings, don't do it too many times in a row, as this can overheat the printhead and make it worse.
This may involve manually priming or flushing the printhead with a cleaning solution. Manual priming: gently inject a small amount of cleaning solution into the ink ports to dissolve dried ink/clear air bubbles. The final option is flushing the printhead, which is effective, but risky, since one can end up leaking the nozzles. If you don’t know these procedures, I suggest you check our YouTube channel for video tutorials or visit a pro.
Additional Guidance:
Printer problems of this nature can be arch and tactile — and involve a lot of step-by-step troubleshooting. Such cases will no longer receive remote assistance, to our regret. Simply, we offer on-site evaluation and repair through our local diagnostic site (https://bchtechnologies.com/printer-repair-service) on a first come first serve basis with possible wait times depending on demand.
If you would like to try a DIY approach, check out our YouTube channel (https://youtube.com/@bchtechnologies) for videos specific to printer troubleshooting. You can search for specific topics under the “About” tab, or you can let YouTube make suggestions for its related content from other creators.