Cartridge Problem....lights flashing

The printer won't print anything...test page, alignment page, cleaning page...nothingThe check paper light, and the check print cartridge light are flashingthe black, start copy light is blinking. Power light is steady green, unless you try to press cancel, or any other button which causes it to flash for several seconds.I installed the HP info for the printer, and its says there is a problem with the black printer cartridge.  I follwed advise and cleaned it....3 times...no luck.  This ink cartridge has only ever printed like 10 pages, so I know it's not empty. I stopped even trying and was going to just go buy another printer, but it seems like such a waste, and I really can't afford itHelp Please!!

Hi , I see by your post that you having a problem with the black cartridge. I will do my best to help you with this issue. I have provided a document to go through the steps to see if it will help resolve this issue.'Incorrect Print Cartridge' or 'Print Cartridge Problem' Message Displays on the Computer.When doing the manual cleaning, clean the contacts on the cartridges and inside the printer to make sure it isn't clogged up. Here is another document for performing self Diagnostics test, cleaning and aligning the printer.Fixing Ink Streaks, Faded Prints, and Other Common Print Quality Problems. Are you using Genuine HP Cartridges?
Check the date on the cartridges to make sure they are still in warranty. (not old stock)
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