Printing black and white photos

Re:  Deskjet 'All in One' F2180 Model CB597A / Windows XP
When I print pictures that are grayscale and have deselected 'colour' and selected 'grayscale' in the printer properties, the photos print out mauve.  I have cleaned heads and tested colours and the printout is fine with clear definition on black and colours.
Your help would be appreciated
Regards
Joan Boler
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