Cartridge error 1102, but I have been using the cartridge with no problems this morning

Error 1102

1. Remove the print cartridges, and close the cartridge carrier lids.
   
2. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
   
3. Reconnect the power cord to the electrical outlet.
   
4. If the button is not lit, press .
   
5. Reinsert the print cartridges.
   

If the error does not reappear, the problem has been corrected.
If the problem reappears, one of the cartridges is not working properly. Continue with the following procedure to determine which cartridge is not working properly.

1. Remove the print cartridges, and close the cartridge carrier lids.
   
2. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
   
3. Reconnect the power cord to the electrical outlet.
   
4. If the button is not lit, press .
   
5. Reinsert the black (or photo) print cartridge.
   
6. If the error:
   
   • Reappears, replace the black (or photo) print cartridge with a new one.
     
   • Does not reappear, reinsert the color print cartridge.
     
7. If the error reappears, replace the color print cartridge with a new one.
   

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Cartridge Error (1102, 1203, 1204, or 120F)

1. Remove the print cartridges, and close the cartridge carrier lids.
   

2. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
   

3. Reconnect the power cord to the electrical outlet.
   

4. If the button is not lit, press .
   

5. Reinsert the print cartridges.
   

If the error does not reappear, the problem has been corrected.

If the problem reappears, one of the cartridges is not working properly. Continue with the following procedure to determine which cartridge is not working properly.

1. Remove the print cartridges, and close the cartridge carrier lids.
   

2. Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
   

3. Reconnect the power cord to the electrical outlet.
   

4. If the button is not lit, press .
   

5. Reinsert the black (or photo) print cartridge.
   

6. If the error:
   

   • Reappears, replace the black (or photo) print cartridge with a new one.
     

   • Does not reappear, reinsert the color print cartridge.
     

7. If the error reappears, replace the color print cartridge with a new one.
   

The 1102 error message is caused by a communication failure between one of the printheads (cartridges) and the All-In-One (AIO). Please refer to this article to determine and resolve the issue: 1102 Error Message on the Lexmark P4300 Series All-In-One.

The 1102 error message is caused by a communication failure between one of the cartridges and your printer. Please visit the Lexmark website and refer to this article on 1102 Error Message on the Lexmark P4300 Series All-In-One. If you need additional assistance, please contact Lexmark technical support.
Hope this helps.

Hi, it seems that it's a cartridge problem. That's the most probable reason why you're getting that error code. Try this out.
1. Remove cartridges.
2. Unplug printer from power outlet.
3. Then, plug printer back in power outlet after 10-15 seconds.
4. Reinsert cartridges.
If error still appears, redo steps 1, 2 and 3. Then, insert black cartridge first. If error appears, replace black cartridge. If not, insert color cartridge, if error appears, replace color cartridge. Hope this helps.

hi there,

you can try these steps:

try to remove the new black cartridge. get a clean cloth. gently wipe the copper strip of the cartridge. unplug the power cable of the printer. gently wipe the contacts of the black cartridge carrier (where you put the black cartridge in). close the carrier, plug the power cable back in. install the black cartridge. then check for the error code.
if you still have same error code, try the old cartridge.
if the old cartridge still works, you need to contact dell for the replacement of the black cartridge (if you purchase the black cartridge from dell)
if the old cartridge is also giving same error. try the steps on the color cartridge as well, it might be with the color cartridge error.
or both.
worst case scenario the contacts on the printer carrier might be broken already.
but in this kind of situation. 98% it's the cartridge that's causing the issue.

have a great day :)

If you get errors after refilling and then you clear the error! And you still get errors occuring then this is a problem with the cartridge.
1)The cartridges printhead may have burned out if it was run dry. (new cartridge is required)
2) No ink is coming out of the port hole! Try dabbing the bottom of the cartridge on tissue. Ink should appear if not then use tissue with Isopropyl alcohol and blot lightly until ink apppears.
3) If not ink appears then you may have an air bubble blocking the flow of the ink. wrap cartridge tightly in plastic wrap holing in an up right position whip downwards this will force air to the top of the cartridge and open the port on the bottom. Remove wrap and try it out.
4) If the cartridge sat empty for a period of time before refilling you are wasting your time. The ink is probably sitting at the top of the cartridge and can not migrate to the bottom, in this case it may have burned out.

In refilling of Lexmark cartridges:
Refill often and do not allow them to run dry. Running them while there is not ink in the cartridge burns the print head out and the cartridge will not work and you will get an error.
By refilling often the cartridge stays in good condition, you do not run out of ink during a print job, and the cartridge will have a prolonged life span.

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Cartridge Error (1102, 1203, 1204, or 120F)
1 Remove the print cartridges, and close the cartridge carrier lids.
2 Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
3 Reconnect the power cord to the electrical outlet.
4 If the power button is not lit, press power button.
5 Reinsert the print cartridges.
If the error does not reappear, the problem has been corrected.
If the problem reappears, one of the cartridges is not working properly. Continue with the following procedure to determine which cartridge is not working properly.
1 Remove the print cartridges, and close the cartridge carrier lids.
2 Disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet.
3 Reconnect the power cord to the electrical outlet.
4 If the power button is not lit, press the power button.
5 Reinsert the black (or photo) print cartridge.
6 If the error:
• Reappears, replace the black (or photo) print cartridge with a new one.
• Does not reappear, reinsert the color print cartridge.
7 If the error reappears, replace the color print cartridge with a new one.

Overview

The 1102 error message is caused by a communication failure between one of the printheads (cartridges) and the All-In-One (AIO).
The procedures in this article will help you to resolve this issue.

Troubleshooting a Communication Error between the Cartridge and the Printer

NOTE: The embedded links in the table lead to specific troubleshooting documents.
Step Action
1
Power off the AIO and remove the power supply from the back of the unit. Wait 30 seconds, then reinsert the power supply and power the AIO back on.

Did the error message return?

Yes: Continue to step 2.
No: Print a test page. If the test page prints, the error is resolved.
2 Power off the AIO and remove the power supply from the back of the unit. Open the top cover of the AIO. Using the carrier belt, gently move the cartridge carrier to the middle of the unit.
3
Remove both cartridges from the AIO. Close the top cover, reinsert the power supply, and power the AIO on.

Did the error message return?

Yes: There is a hardware problem with the printer. Continue to Contacting Lexmark below.
No: Continue to Step 4.
4 Power off the AIO and remove the power supply from the back of the unit. Open the top cover of the AIO. Using the carrier belt, gently move the cartridge carrier to the middle of the unit.
5
Insert the color cartridge. Close the top cover, reinsert the power supply, and power on the AIO.

Did the error message return?

Yes: Continue to Cleaning the Cartridge Contacts, then repeat steps 4 and 5. If you have already tried cleaning the contacts, skip to Defective Cartridge Test.
No: Continue to step 6.
6 Power off the AIO and remove the power supply from the back of the unit. Open the top cover of the AIO. Using the carrier belt, gently move the cartridge carrier to the middle of the unit.
7
Insert the black/photo cartridge. Close the top cover, reinsert the power supply, and power the AIO on.

Did the error message return?

Yes: Continue to Cleaning the Cartridge Contacts, then repeat steps 6 and 7. If you have already tried cleaning the contacts, skip to Defective Cartridge Test.
No: Print a test page. If the test page prints, the error is resolved.


Cleaning the Cartridge Contacts

NOTE: The embedded links in the table lead to specific troubleshooting documents.Step Action
1 Power off the AIO and remove the power supply from the back of the unit. Open the top cover of the AIO. Using the carrier belt, gently move the cartridge carrier to the middle of the unit.
2 Remove the cartridges and clean the cartridge contacts