33Replacing the PrintheadWhen handling the Printhead, always hold it by thegrips (a). Never touch the nozzles (b) or metal contacts(c). This may damage the Printhead and affect printingquality.•If you need to put a Printhead somewhere temporarily before installation, do not keep the nozzles andmetal contacts facing down. If the nozzles or metal contacts are damaged, it may affect the printingquality.•The inside surface of the Protective Parts (a) and (b) is coated with ink to protect the nozzles. Be carefulnot to touch these surfaces when removing the caps.•Never touch the ink supply section (d). This may causeprinting problems.•The Printhead contains ink to protect the nozzles. We recommend removing Protective Part (b) as youhold it over the Printhead package or safely out of the way to avoid spilling ink and staining your clothesor the surrounding area. If ink accidentally spills, wipe off the ink with a dry cloth.•Do not reattach the Protective Part or protective material. Dispose of these materials in accordance withlocal regulations.•67Holding the new Printhead by the grips (a), remove it fromthe pouch.While firmly holding the Printhead you have removed,use your other hand to remove the orange Protective Part(a). Squeeze the grips (c) of Protective Part (b) and pull itdown to remove it.aabcadacb