Refilling PG-830/CL-831 carts

[Token]

On a related note, how do you take the top off a cl 41 (or pg 40) cartridge?

Also, is there a step-by-step guide on how to refill the cartridge using the "take-the-top-off" method? All i can find are methods detailing how to insert ink through the air inlet hole(s) on the top.

 

[alexandereci]

You simply wedge a blade (knife or cutter) between the black bottom and gray top, then twist the blade to "pop" the top off.

 

[alexandereci]

Just tried taking the sponge out, washing it, drying it, then putting it back onto the cart with a fresh set of ink... still no good. It IS printing a lot more now, but I estimate about 55% of the nozzles aren't firing just yet. Any suggestions on how to pull out the ink?