Resetting the Hewlett Packard C5010A (#14) Color Ink Cartridge Estimated Ink Level

The new HP OfficeJet D-Series and CP 1160 Color Ink Jet series using the #14 color ink cartridges has an estimated ink level gauge that allows the user to view the amount of ink remaining in the cartridge.  This gauge must be shut off in order to refill the cartridge.  It is a simple procedure that can be done in the matter of seconds.

To turn the ink level gauge off for the HP C5010A (#14) color cartridge used in the OfficeJet D Series:

1.  Refill your cartridge using your Mr. Ink Jet refill kit.

2.  Press the < and > (also the + and -) at the same time, then release quickly (the lcd panel must be showing the date or the procedure will not work)

3.  On the keypad, press in order 4,5, 6.

4.  A message will appear asking if you want to override the ink level gauge.  Press 1 for yes (You can later turn the ink gauge back on if you install a new cartridge by going through steps 2 and 3, then pressing 2 when prompted if you want to override the ink level gauge).

Your ink level gauge is now turned off and can resume printing.

To turn the ink level gauge off for the HP C5010A (#14) color cartridge used in the HP Color InkJet CP 1160 Series:

1.  Refill your cartridge using your Mr. Ink Jet refill kit.

2.  Press and hold down the power button.

3.  While holding the Power button:

     Press the Cancel button 12 times

     Press the Resume button 3 times

4.  Release the Power button

The ink gauge is now off and you can resume printing