Tips and hints for refilling ink jet cartridges

Tip No 1: Don’t let your ink jet cartridges go empty. Fill them up while they are still half full. Once your ink jet cartridges are empty it is very easy for them to dry up and this can ultimately ruin the cartridge.

Tip No 2: When refilling your ink jet cartridges ensure that you do so on newspaper, paper napkins or old rags. Preferably it should be done over a sink. We all know how difficult printer ink is to remove from clothes so take the time to prepare the surface beforehand. Filling an ink jet cartridge is not difficult but there is always the chance that spills will occur. You might even want to wear gloves as ink stains on the skin can be stubborn to remove.

Tip No 3: Don’t fill your ink jet cartridges too quickly. Ink cartridges that are filled too quickly can cause air bubbles which can stop your cartridge from working. Take your time and slowly fill the cartridge. Tap it a few times to reduce any air bubbles that may have formed. Leaving the cartridge for a few hours or even overnight will also help to release air bubbles.

Tip No 4: Don’t overfill your ink jet cartridges. Follow the manufacturers instructions closely as overfilling can cause leakage and poor quality streaked and smudged prints.

Tip No 5: Be a little wary of so called ‘universal’ refill kits. ‘Universal’ is meant to refer to printer ink that is suitable for any brand of printer. These universal refill kits may work for some ink jet cartridges but not for all. You may be lucky and hit one that suits your printer but then again you may not. Look for refill kits specifically targeted to your printer.

Tip No 6: Ensure you buy your refills from trusted merchants on the internet. Just check out our printer ink cartridges homepage for a list of best offers.

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