Unable to print with blue ink

My 6600 OfficeJet is just over a year old.  It stopped printing with blue ink, affecting photo printing.  I did the "Clean Printhead" function many times, and changed cartridges many times, without success.  Is there a solvent or method to unclog the blue ink?  I have not been able to remove the printhead.  I've tried using a Q-tip and warm water, but nothing so far has worked.  Thanks for any assistance.  I've tried all of the online suggestions so far.

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