What should I do if the Printhead Alert light and a Printhead icon are blinking?

This indicates the corresponding printhead may be missing, installed incorrectly, or still has orange plastic tape or a plug on it. Remove the printhead, ensure no plug or plastic tape remains on it, and then reinsert it securely. If the problem persists after reinstalling, contact HP Support for help. (Page 8)

From the official HP Ink Tank 310 manual, page 8

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Why is my printhead alert light blinking on the HP Ink Tank 310?
This indicates the corresponding printhead may be missing, installed incorrectly, or still has orange plastic tape or a plug on it. Remove the printhead, ensure no plug or plastic tape remains on it, and then reinsert it securely. If the problem persists after reinstalling, contact HP Support for help. (Page 8)
What actions should I take if a printer head warning appears in the HP InkTank 310 display?
This indicates the corresponding printhead may be missing, installed incorrectly, or still has orange plastic tape or a plug on it. Remove the printhead, ensure no plug or plastic tape remains on it, and then reinsert it securely. If the problem persists after reinstalling, contact HP Support for help. (Page 8)
What actions should I take if a printer head warning appears in the HP InkTank 310 display?
This indicates the corresponding printhead may be missing, installed incorrectly, or still has orange plastic tape or a plug on it. Remove the printhead, ensure no plug or plastic tape remains on it, and then reinsert it securely. If the problem persists after reinstalling, contact HP Support for help. (Page 8)
How do I remove orange plastic tape from the printhead before installation?
This indicates the corresponding printhead may be missing, installed incorrectly, or still has orange plastic tape or a plug on it. Remove the printhead, ensure no plug or plastic tape remains on it, and then reinsert it securely. If the problem persists after reinstalling, contact HP Support for help. (Page 8)
How do I remove orange plastic tape from the printhead before installation?
This indicates the corresponding printhead may be missing, installed incorrectly, or still has orange plastic tape or a plug on it. Remove the printhead, ensure no plug or plastic tape remains on it, and then reinsert it securely. If the problem persists after reinstalling, contact HP Support for help. (Page 8)
How can I address blinking printhead alerts and icons on the control panel of an HP Ink Tank 310 printer?
This indicates the corresponding printhead may be missing, installed incorrectly, or still has orange plastic tape or a plug on it. Remove the printhead, ensure no plug or plastic tape remains on it, and then reinsert it securely. If the problem persists after reinstalling, contact HP Support for help. (Page 8)

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