Cartridge alignment failed on C6300

Black did not print after i added a new black ink. The first print came out so light it could not be read unless held just so. I also replaced yellowand photo black. nothing printed. Test page would only show the windows logo in four colors. I soaked the print head (it was caked!) Replaced all inks. Printer routine went through a test page that showed red/bue/ yellow/ and a grey-brown bars across the top. The rest of the page printed in blue and grey while the printer scren showed that it was trying to align the cartridges. Alignment failed...more than four times. Even with my removing the inkd and the peint head.
Am I ready for a new printer??

Hi TallPaul_1,
I see the printer is working, but the colors in the printed output are not the expected colors. It sounds to me like an issue with the printhead itself, but please start with the following document. Printed Colors Are Not the Colors Expected.
If the issue persists, continue with the following document; 'Missing or Failed Printhead' or 'Printhead is Missing, Not Detected, or Not Properly Installed' Mes.... I know that you are not seeing any error messages let alone a missing printhead error, but there are three areas on the printhead that need to be cleaned: the plastic ramps on both sides of the ink nozzles, the edge between the ink nozzles and the electrical contacts, and the electrical contacts, the solution offered in this document will guide you through steps to clean the printhead.
I would like to say that one of the documents above will resolve the issue, but I can not make such a promise. Please check the warranty status of the printhead. If the printhead is in warranty, call HP. The number to call HP is 1-800-474-6836 for Canada and US, or you can Contact HP Worldwide. If the printhead warranty has expired, please take a look at the following video. This is a personal recommendation, this solution would not be found in an HP document, but I have seen success with the solution offered. Hot Water Printhead Flush - HP Ink Series Printers with removable Printhead. I propose this solution as a last stitch effort.
I want to ensure we leave no stone unturned! If your quality is still poor, I recommend calling HP regardless of the warranty status. HP might be able to offer you a discount on a newer model, or have something to offer.
If you would like further assistance from me, I will gladly return and provide a helping hand, I would like to see this resolved. Please let me know the outcome of the solutions I have offered, thanks.
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