Epson stylus cx5400 all in one ink jet printer

My problem is with the color printing. it only prints in black. previous solutions were to clean the nozzle with cleaning kit. where do i get that from cheap or is there a cost less solution i could find at home?(i'm on a budget), also have you heard of the purge tube? if so what is it and do you think if it became disconected that could be my problem?

Isaiah Arney Aug 03, 2007

anybody that can help i'd really appreciate it.

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This unit has a built in cleaning routine. Also make sure you are using genuine HP OEM carts. You can also blot the cart jets with a damp bounty paper towel. Fold the damp towel to make it thick. Then just press it against the jets a few times to make sure a good flow of ink is blotting the towel. Then put it through a cleaning cycle.

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