Multifunction inkjet copies ok but prints are not

[gguerra]

I have one of these Epson Multi function printers.

Epson DX9400 Fax

I am having a problem with the black printing. The other colors are fine (Cyan, Magenta, Yellow) and the problem occurs only when I print, photo copies print black just fine which is the reason I am stumped. I recently purchased some 3rd party cartridges to save money and this problem started. Well I thought that the cartridges were defective so I got some original Epson brand and the same results. I've tried head cleaning several times and same thing with both cartridges which I know are good because the copies are just fine. It's only when I send a print to it that the black does not work.. Anyone have an idea on what to look for or is it time to chunk it?

 

[Tmagic650]

"or is it time to chunk it?"...

I would say yes

 

[gguerra]

LOL, I did just that

 

[Tmagic650]

What did you buy to replace it?

 

[gguerra]

I ended up getting a hand me down Epson Workforce 600

I am not a big fan of inkjet printers and prefer Laser. Both the one I threw away and this newer one I got are both gifts (and used) so no big loss there

 

[Tmagic650]

I have an old HP PSC 1315v that I've had for 5 years. The print heads are part of the ink cartridges, so they are changed when the cartridges are replaced. It still prints fine