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Table of Contents Using the Printer with a Network 61 Uninstalling Printer Drivers 65 Routine Maintenance 66 When to Replace Ink Tank and Maintain Print Head 67 Replacing an Ink Tank 68 Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern 73 Print Head Cleaning 77 Print Head Deep Cleaning 80 Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller 83 Transporting...
Table of Contents Using the Printer with a Network 61 Uninstalling Printer Drivers 65 Routine Maintenance 66 When to Replace Ink Tank and Maintain Print Head 67 Replacing an Ink Tank 68 Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern 73 Print Head Cleaning 77 Print Head Deep Cleaning 80 Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller 83 Transporting...
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... stain clothing or the surrounding area. Do not shake print heads or ink tanks. Ink may be very hot and could cause burns. 13 If any ink, consult a doctor immediately. s Print heads and ink tanks For safety reasons store print heads and ink tanks out of the reach of the printer. etc.) on a print head...
... stain clothing or the surrounding area. Do not shake print heads or ink tanks. Ink may be very hot and could cause burns. 13 If any ink, consult a doctor immediately. s Print heads and ink tanks For safety reasons store print heads and ink tanks out of the reach of the printer. etc.) on a print head...
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Paper feeds automatically, one sheet at a time. Front View 15 To move the paper guide, pinch the knob and slide in the appropriate direction. Paper Rest Sheet Feeder Load paper here. Paper Output Tray Printer Parts and Their Functions Paper Guide When loading paper, ensure the left edge just touches this guide. Front Cover Open to "Operation Panel." Front View Operation Panel For details, refer to replace the ink tanks or remove jammed paper.
Paper feeds automatically, one sheet at a time. Front View 15 To move the paper guide, pinch the knob and slide in the appropriate direction. Paper Rest Sheet Feeder Load paper here. Paper Output Tray Printer Parts and Their Functions Paper Guide When loading paper, ensure the left edge just touches this guide. Front Cover Open to "Operation Panel." Front View Operation Panel For details, refer to replace the ink tanks or remove jammed paper.
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... also set the times during which the silent function is sent to the printer. (7) Custom Settings Click to ensure the print head nozzles are ejecting ink normally. For details on the print quality setting. If you use Quiet Mode, the print speed may be used. Click to start the BJ Status...
... also set the times during which the silent function is sent to the printer. (7) Custom Settings Click to ensure the print head nozzles are ejecting ink normally. For details on the print quality setting. If you use Quiet Mode, the print speed may be used. Click to start the BJ Status...
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The status monitor also checks the ink tanks and displays a warning message when the ink is sent to check the status of the error and suggests an appropriate solution. s Launching the BJ Status Monitor The BJ Status Monitor launches automatically ...
The status monitor also checks the ink tanks and displays a warning message when the ink is sent to check the status of the error and suggests an appropriate solution. s Launching the BJ Status Monitor The BJ Status Monitor launches automatically ...
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Printer Driver Functions (Windows) s When errors occur or ink runs low The BJ Status Monitor is low. if the printer runs out of interest. In such cases, take the appropriate action as described in the Printer Status tab. BJ Status Monitor Functions 38 When paper has run out: When the ink level is low: Note ® For details on the BJ Status Monitor, select the Help menu and click on screen. In Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Me, click the Guide tab and follow the instructions on the topic of paper or ink is automatically displayed when an error occurs, e.g.
Printer Driver Functions (Windows) s When errors occur or ink runs low The BJ Status Monitor is low. if the printer runs out of interest. In such cases, take the appropriate action as described in the Printer Status tab. BJ Status Monitor Functions 38 When paper has run out: When the ink level is low: Note ® For details on the BJ Status Monitor, select the Help menu and click on screen. In Windows 95, Windows 98 or Windows Me, click the Guide tab and follow the instructions on the topic of paper or ink is automatically displayed when an error occurs, e.g.
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Description of Print Settings 50 Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) (2) Print Quality Move the slide bar to the left increases printing speed. (3) Halftoning Select either Dither or Diffusion ink dot configurations. Moving the bar to the right enhances print quality, and moving it to adjust the balance between print quality and speed.
Description of Print Settings 50 Printer Driver Functions (Macintosh) (2) Print Quality Move the slide bar to the left increases printing speed. (3) Halftoning Select either Dither or Diffusion ink dot configurations. Moving the bar to the right enhances print quality, and moving it to adjust the balance between print quality and speed.
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..., hold the mouse button down while dragging the document name to the new position, then release. Displays the printer status. Displays the printer status and ink status with images. Note, however, that you can print the PICT file saved in Destination of documents queued for printing. Click to change the print...
..., hold the mouse button down while dragging the document name to the new position, then release. Displays the printer status. Displays the printer status and ink status with images. Note, however, that you can print the PICT file saved in Destination of documents queued for printing. Click to change the print...
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Routine Maintenance • When to Replace Ink Tank and Maintain Print Head • Replacing an Ink Tank • Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern • Print Head Cleaning • Print Head Deep Cleaning • Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller • Transporting the Printer Routine Maintenance 66
Routine Maintenance • When to Replace Ink Tank and Maintain Print Head • Replacing an Ink Tank • Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern • Print Head Cleaning • Print Head Deep Cleaning • Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller • Transporting the Printer Routine Maintenance 66
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...When to Replace Ink Tank and Maintain Print Head When an ink tank is empty, it must be worn out. Once an ink tank is empty, the BJ Status Monitor (Windows) or the BJ Print Monitor (Macintosh) will initially advise you of a low ink level. Contact a Canon service representative.... Attempting to print causes the POWER lamp to Replace Ink Tank and Maintain Print Head 67 Follow the procedures below to clean the nozzles. ¬ Printing ...
...When to Replace Ink Tank and Maintain Print Head When an ink tank is empty, it must be worn out. Once an ink tank is empty, the BJ Status Monitor (Windows) or the BJ Print Monitor (Macintosh) will initially advise you of a low ink level. Contact a Canon service representative.... Attempting to print causes the POWER lamp to Replace Ink Tank and Maintain Print Head 67 Follow the procedures below to clean the nozzles. ¬ Printing ...
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... is on, and then open the front cover. With this printer, ink tanks must be installed from the right in the incorrect position. The print head holder moves to ensure the best quality. 1 Ensure that the printer ...; Magenta: BCI-3eM • Cyan: BCI-3eC • Black: BCI-3eBK Note ® Damage caused by the Canon warranty. Canon recommends using a refilled cartridge is not covered by using only original Canon ink tanks to the centre. Replacing an Ink Tank Routine Maintenance When replacing an ink tank, check the model number very carefully. Replacing an...
... is on, and then open the front cover. With this printer, ink tanks must be installed from the right in the incorrect position. The print head holder moves to ensure the best quality. 1 Ensure that the printer ...; Magenta: BCI-3eM • Cyan: BCI-3eC • Black: BCI-3eBK Note ® Damage caused by the Canon warranty. Canon recommends using a refilled cartridge is not covered by using only original Canon ink tanks to the centre. Replacing an Ink Tank Routine Maintenance When replacing an ink tank, check the model number very carefully. Replacing an...
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remove only the ink tank. Push the tab and remove the ink tank. Replacing an Ink Tank 69 Important ® • Handle ink tanks carefully to avoid staining clothing or the surrounding area. • Discard empty ink tanks according to the local laws and regulations regarding disposal of consumables. Routine Maintenance Do not touch the lock lever; 2 Remove the empty ink tank.
remove only the ink tank. Push the tab and remove the ink tank. Replacing an Ink Tank 69 Important ® • Handle ink tanks carefully to avoid staining clothing or the surrounding area. • Discard empty ink tanks according to the local laws and regulations regarding disposal of consumables. Routine Maintenance Do not touch the lock lever; 2 Remove the empty ink tank.
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3 Unpack the new ink tank and pull off the orange tape. Routine Maintenance Replacing an Ink Tank 70
3 Unpack the new ink tank and pull off the orange tape. Routine Maintenance Replacing an Ink Tank 70
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Routine Maintenance 4 Remove the orange protective cap from the bottom of the tank. Ink may squirt out of the ink tank. Replacing an Ink Tank 71 Never press here! Important ® • Do not re-attach the protective cap once you have removed it. • Once you have removed the protective cap, do not touch the open ink port.
Routine Maintenance 4 Remove the orange protective cap from the bottom of the tank. Ink may squirt out of the ink tank. Replacing an Ink Tank 71 Never press here! Important ® • Do not re-attach the protective cap once you have removed it. • Once you have removed the protective cap, do not touch the open ink port.
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... open and then reinstalled in the print head holder. The ink tank installation process is now complete. ® • To maintain optimal print quality, use an ink tank within six months of first use. • Once an ink tank has been used, do not remove it from the...the front cover. The print head holder moves to maintain the printer's capabilities. An ink tank left out in the open . Routine Maintenance 5 Insert the ink tank in the printer may not function. • Color ink consumption may occur even when black-and-white or grayscale printing is specified....
... open and then reinstalled in the print head holder. The ink tank installation process is now complete. ® • To maintain optimal print quality, use an ink tank within six months of first use. • Once an ink tank has been used, do not remove it from the...the front cover. The print head holder moves to maintain the printer's capabilities. An ink tank left out in the open . Routine Maintenance 5 Insert the ink tank in the printer may not function. • Color ink consumption may occur even when black-and-white or grayscale printing is specified....
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.... s Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern from the printer itself. Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Routine Maintenance Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink sprays normally from the print head nozzles, and to verify print head alignment.
.... s Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern from the printer itself. Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern Routine Maintenance Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whether the ink sprays normally from the print head nozzles, and to verify print head alignment.
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Horizontal stripes in these patterns indicate the print head requires alignment. Lines missing here indicate the print head requires cleaning. Examine the nozzle check pattern output by the printer. Routine Maintenance s Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern The nozzle check pattern should appear as follows when ink is discharged properly. Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern 76 Unevenness in these patterns indicates the print head requires alignment.
Horizontal stripes in these patterns indicate the print head requires alignment. Lines missing here indicate the print head requires cleaning. Examine the nozzle check pattern output by the printer. Routine Maintenance s Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern The nozzle check pattern should appear as follows when ink is discharged properly. Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern 76 Unevenness in these patterns indicates the print head requires alignment.
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s Cleaning the Print Head from the printer itself. Note ® Cleaning the head consumes ink, so perform head cleaning only when necessary. Print Head Cleaning Routine Maintenance Clean the print head if you suspect that the printer is on. 2 Open the Printer Properties Dialog Box. ¬ Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box 3 Click the Maintenance tab and then click the Cleaning icon. Print Head Cleaning 77 Head cleaning can be performed either from the printer drivers or from the Printer Drivers Windows 1 Ensure that the nozzles might be clogged.
s Cleaning the Print Head from the printer itself. Note ® Cleaning the head consumes ink, so perform head cleaning only when necessary. Print Head Cleaning Routine Maintenance Clean the print head if you suspect that the printer is on. 2 Open the Printer Properties Dialog Box. ¬ Opening the Printer Properties Dialog Box 3 Click the Maintenance tab and then click the Cleaning icon. Print Head Cleaning 77 Head cleaning can be performed either from the printer drivers or from the Printer Drivers Windows 1 Ensure that the nozzles might be clogged.
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in the File menu. 3 Click the Utilities button to be opened by selecting Page Setup... Print Head Cleaning 78 All Colors: All nozzles Black: Black ink nozzles Color: Color ink nozzles 5 Macintosh When the confirmation message is displayed, click OK. 1 Ensure the printer is on. 2 Open the Page Setup dialog box. The Page Setup dialog box can normally be cleaned, and then click Execute. Routine Maintenance 4 Select the ink nozzles to open the Printer Utility dialog box. 4 Select Cleaning from the pull-down menu, and then click the Cleaning icon.
in the File menu. 3 Click the Utilities button to be opened by selecting Page Setup... Print Head Cleaning 78 All Colors: All nozzles Black: Black ink nozzles Color: Color ink nozzles 5 Macintosh When the confirmation message is displayed, click OK. 1 Ensure the printer is on. 2 Open the Page Setup dialog box. The Page Setup dialog box can normally be cleaned, and then click Execute. Routine Maintenance 4 Select the ink nozzles to open the Printer Utility dialog box. 4 Select Cleaning from the pull-down menu, and then click the Cleaning icon.
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All Colors: All nozzles Black: Black ink nozzles Color: Color ink nozzles s Cleaning the Print Head from the Printer This operation cleans all nozzles, both black and color. This takes about 40 seconds. Now the POWER ... the printer is lost. 1 Ensure the printer is on. 2 Hold down the RESUME/CANCEL button until the head cleaning finishes. Routine Maintenance 5 Select the ink nozzles to verify that the print head is clean. Because this method also resets the printer, any other operations until the POWER lamp flashes...
All Colors: All nozzles Black: Black ink nozzles Color: Color ink nozzles s Cleaning the Print Head from the Printer This operation cleans all nozzles, both black and color. This takes about 40 seconds. Now the POWER ... the printer is lost. 1 Ensure the printer is on. 2 Hold down the RESUME/CANCEL button until the head cleaning finishes. Routine Maintenance 5 Select the ink nozzles to verify that the print head is clean. Because this method also resets the printer, any other operations until the POWER lamp flashes...