How to Unclog a Canon K10446 Printhead

Written By: Sebrina Yassin

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Difficulty

Easy

Steps

Time Required

3 hours

Introduction

If the printhead of your Canon K10446 printer gets clogged as a consequence of dirt and ink accumulating in the nozzle, you may clean it by following these instructions. You will know your printhead is clogged if the prints are too light and the colors are also off because the printhead is not clean.

Tools

Step 1

Open the front cover of the printer by placing your finger in the hole above the front cover of the printer and pulling it.

Step 2

Press the printhead down gently with your finger to remove it.

Step 3

Take the printhead out of your printer by grabbing it with your tumb and index finger.

Step 4

Wrap a soft cloth around your index finger and clean the electrical contacts inside the carriage of the printhead.

Step 5

Place the printhead in a bowl of hot water for 2 hours.
Make sure the water is 120 degrees Fahrenheit or lower because it might damage the printhead if it's above that.