“Will the ink dry out if not used for many months when I'm away? I am currently using the ink that came in my new DeskJet 1513 printer (which is under the 1510 series). I'm anticipating needing to buy a new cartridge before I leave town for the winter in a month and trying to decide whether to purchase the standard HP 61 or the longer lasting HP 61 XL. I never had any problem with this scenario using my old printer (another brand) but don't know about the HP. I will close up the printer and turn it off and I do leave the heat on a lower temperature when away.”
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It's been my experience that most ink cartridges dry up, even when not in use.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.If it is sealed it seems ok. If you unseal it and don't use then it will dry out.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I honestly have no idea and do not want to give you the wrong information, I never go for more than a few days without using my printer. My suggestion is to contact HP and see what they say, sorry.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I have had several different HP printers and never had a problem with ink drying out I had one set 5 months and still worked
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I would consider buying the HP 61 XL. For one it gives you a lot more bang for your buck when it comes to being able to print more pages for less more ink, but for a cheaper price when you compare how much money you will save per page.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I live in Texas so never left it in extreme cold but have left it a couple mo tha without use. It never dried on me...
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.i purchased the 61 xl
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.The HP 61 XL is a more practical product, and no the ink will not dry out
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.HP product is the best. It works every time I need to use it. Buy the HP 61 XL since you are leaving town.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.When I buy, I always look for the Expiration Date, or Warranty Expires Date on the back of the package. I try and find the package with the latest expiration date since I buy another cartridge as soon as I install a new one. Generally,I believe, the cartridges will be fine for many months after that date. If not used for a very long time you may need to use on of the utilities for the printer like "clean printer heads' or something like that..
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