5520 wont print black ink

can someone please help me with this issue..  my 5520 wont print black.. it prints color ok and it also prints grey  it just wont print black it stopped working after i replaced the cartridge..  i then replaced the black one a second  time and it still doesnt work.. i have tried all of the cleaning suggested and  have also cleaned the vent but it looked  as as picture and it still doesnt  print black.. please help i cant afford  new printer  and i cant afford to buy  ink   ...help!!!!

As this is a 5520 I would advise calling HP Support, even if you're out of warranty, as you may require a replacement printer
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