All printers require regular maintenance to prolong their service lifespan. Here are some handy tips you can follow to keep your printer running for longer through routine maintenance:
- Read the user manual carefully: After purchasing your printer and whenever you encounter problems of any sort, always read the user manual to find relevant troubleshooting guidelines. It can provide valuable solutions to the printer issues you may be facing and save you a trip to the printer repair technician.
- Place your printer strategically: Printers should be positioned away from sources of heat emanating from computers. In addition, it may be useful to place your printer away from areas with high human traffic to prevent accidental damage.
- Clean the inside of your printer: It is insufficient to simply clean the external components of your printer. After all, it is the inner bits that keep it running, and they can get coated with a layer of dust over time. If you are ready to clean the inner components, do clean it with a lint-free cloth to avoid damage.
- Replace cartridges timely: When purchasing printer cartridges, always go for authentic cartridges. Placing generic cartridges in your printer can cause damage and end up costing you more down the road. Furthermore, do not wait for ink to run out completely before replacing ink cartridges. You should do this as soon as the alert flashes on the printer, and always follow the instructions in the user manual.
