I don't remember where I learned this trick or why it works, but it does work in many instances with some HP printers. Use this technique to reset your printer if it is hung up for any reason, can't automatically "align cartridges" or is just acting goofy.
Good luck!
Links:
[1] https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_xclick&business=rick@yourpcpartner.com&item_name=Buy
[2] http://www.yourpcpartner.com/node/1480
[3] http://www.yourpcpartner.com/node/1476