How to unclog epson printhead
How to unclog epson printhead Epson printers have a built-in, permanent printhead . While this allows Epson to use a very high quality printhead, anyone who has replaced the printhead after warranty found out real quick that a new printhead cost more than a new printer! Epson Printers are renowned for clogging the printhead. This happens regardless of the type of ink cartridges used and can just as easily occur with genuine or compatible printer ink. The Epson printhead cannot be removed which makes cleaning an even more difficult task. Although it sounds odd "Windex" (window cleaner) can actually be used to break down the dried ink which remains inside of the printhead. Windex consists of around 50% ammonia which is the key ingredient for cleaning the printhead. Simply remove the cartridges and spray some Windex in the offending holes where the ink flows into the printhead itself. You can leave this for several hours or even overnight untill all