If the printer runs out of color ink cartridges, but ALL FOUR cartridges are still present, just empty, and I still have plenty of ink in my black cartridge, can I still print and make copies in black and white only? null

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CrossnGrl · Accepted Answer

Yes, I believe so. If you choose to copy/print in black that should not be a problem.

HP Team · Answer

Unfortunately not. In addition to printing, the ink acts as a lubricant as the printhead moves across the page. Printing with one or more empty cartridges would drag those heads across the paper dry, and quickly wear them out-like driving a car without oil.

Answered by HP Team 5 years ago

“If the printer runs out of color ink cartridges, but ALL FOUR cartridges are still present, just empty, and I still have plenty of ink in my black cartridge, can I still print and make copies in black and white only?”

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