I have a lexmark X3470 model - my problem is this - It says "Cover Open" after I replaced my inkjet cartridge. I've tried everything but it still says "Cover Open". Did I miss something?

Try these as I found them from Lexmark's website

Solution What you will see
The printer displays a 'Cover open, please close cover' error message, even though the cover is closed.
Possible cause of the error
This can happen if the lever on the cover open sensor is knocked off the switch assembly.
What to do
Take the following steps to try to determine if there is a hardware fault:
Steps Actions 1 Remove and replace the cartridges from the printer. 2 Disconnect the power cable and the USB cable. 3 Check that the power cable is plugged directly into a wall socket. 4 Reconnect the power cable. 5 Close the printer cover. 6 If the error persists, please contact Lexmark Technical Support for further instructions.

You have go to service, becouse the switch for cover is brouken, and they need put them ih close mode. In same primter model switch is in diferent placeses

what was the solution to solving the cover open? Help Please

Open the cover, remove the ink cartridges, reinstert them, close the cover, and power it back on.

you may not have pushed the cartridge down firmly enough wait till you hear a click same with the cover.

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Jayson

there is a switch actuator on these cover try to see if you can find any piece of tab that actuate these switches, unless the cover is really closed ensure that it is fully flat

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my printer keeps saying cover opened and won't swcith off or nothing can u please help me

There is a plastic lever in the back of the scanner where it comes into contact with a part made to push the lever when closed to work the switch. It is a poor design. The lever fits over the small micro-switch very loosly and the tabs wear out really quick. Lexmark will not send another lever. They state buy another printer. If you are real careful, you can put the lever back on the switch and hold it in place while you close the lid.