5. Remove the agent.
6. Dispose of the old agent, following the instructions on the packaging. The agent bag should be
removed and disposed of in compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. The other agent
parts (plastic retainer and packaging box) can be recycled through commonly available recycling
programs. HP recommends that you wear gloves when handling supplies.
7. Remove the new agent from its packaging, place it on a flat surface, and turn it four times (rotating
it through 360 degrees) as indicated on the label, to ensure that the agent is well mixed before use.
8. Push down and fold inward the top part of the handle. Do not cut it.
9. With one hand on the bottom of the agent and the other on the fold, put the new agent into its
correct place in the printer.
10. Without pressing the tabs, connect the agent connector to the cartridge.
IMPORTANT: If you press the tabs when connecting it, the agent will not be locked.
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