Print missalignment after changing black cartridge on CP1215 Laser Jet

I have just replaced the black cartridge on my CP1215. After doing a test print the single lines do not align. The black cartridge seems to be out of alignment. Is there any way to align the cartridges?

Hello MervB,
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I understand your Laserjet CP1215 is not printing black ink. I will do my best to assist you! Please follow this entire HP document on Resolving Print Quality Issues.
Please post your results, as I will be looking forward to hearing from you.
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