Canon Imageprograf Ipf8300 User Guide

Ink Tanks
Ink Tanks ......................................................................................................................................................... 983
Replacing Ink Tanks ........................................................................................................................................ 984
Checking Ink Tank Levels ............................................................................................................................... 995
 
When to...

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Replacing Ink Tanks
Compatible ink tanks
Replacement ink tanks in 330 ml (11.2 fl oz) and 700 ml (23.7 fl oz) capacities are supported.For information on supported ink tanks,  see "Ink Tanks ."
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Precautions when handling ink tanks
Take the following precautions when handling ink tanks.
Caution• For safety, keep ink tanks out of the reach of children.
• If ink is accidentally...

•700 ml ink tanks→P.992
Make sure the printer is ready for Ink Tank replacement
You can replace ink tanks if the Display Screen advises you to check the amount of ink left or replace ink tanks.
If a message requests you to replace an Ink Tank, press the  OK button. In this case, you can skip the step  Access the menu
for ink tank replacement.  Follow the instructions in Remove the ink tanks.
Important•Do not remove an Ink Tank during initialization immediately after turning on the printer, or during...

Remove the Ink Tank (330 ml)1. Open the Ink Tank Cover of the tank for replacement and check the Ink Lamp.
The Ink Lamp flashes quickly if there is no ink left.Caution• Avoid hitting the printer when replacing an Ink Tank. Handle the printer gently when replacing tanks.
2. Lift the stopper (a) of the Ink Tank Lock Lever for the color to replace. Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops,
and then push it down to the front.
Important• Push the Ink Tank Lock Lever down until it locks.
• Make sure the Ink...

3.Hold the Ink Tank by the grips (a) and remove it. Press the  OK button.Caution•If  there  is  still  ink  in  the  Ink  Tank  you  removed,  store  it  with  the  ink  holes  (a)  facing  up.  Otherwise,
ink may leak and cause stains. Put the ink tanks in a plastic bag and seal it.Note• Dispose of used ink tanks according to local regulations.
Remove the Ink Tank (700 ml)
1. Open the Ink Tank Cover of the tank for replacement and check the Ink Lamp.
The Ink Lamp flashes quickly if there is no ink...

Caution•Avoid hitting the printer when replacing an Ink Tank. Handle the printer gently when replacing tanks.
2. Lift the stopper (a) of the Ink Tank Lock Lever for the color to replace. Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops,
and then push it down to the front.
Important• Push the Ink Tank Lock Lever down until it locks.
• Make sure the Ink Tank Lock Lever does not return to the original position.
3. Hold the Ink Tank by the handle (a) and remove it. Press the  OK button.
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 Ink Tanks...

Caution•If  there  is  still  ink  in  the  Ink  Tank  you  removed,  store  it  in  the  box  with  the  ink  holes  (a)  facing  up.
Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains.Note• Dispose of used ink tanks according to local regulations.
Load the Ink Tank (330 ml)
1. Before opening the pouch, tilt the Ink Tank to the left and right gently seven or eight times.
Caution•Do not remove and agitate ink tanks that have already been installed in the printer. Ink may leak out.Important•If you do not agitate...

2.Open the pouch and remove the Ink Tank.Caution•Never  touch  the  ink  holes  or  electrical  contacts.  This  may  cause  stains,  damage  the  Ink  Tank,  and
affect printing quality.
3. Press the  OK button and insert the Ink Tank into the holder facing as shown, with the ink holes down.
Important•Ink tanks cannot be loaded in the holder if the color or orientation is incorrect.
If  the  Ink  Tank  does  not  fit  in  the  holder,  do  not  force  it  into  the  holder.  Make  sure  the  color  of...

4.Lift the Ink Tank Lock Lever until it stops, and then push it down until it clicks into place.
5. Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit in red.
Note•If the Ink Lamp is not lit in red, reload the tank.
• Ink lamps flash when there is little ink left.
Maintenance 
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 Ink Tanks 
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6.Close the Ink Tank Cover.Important•After  Ink  Tank  replacement,  always  close  the  Ink  Tank  Cover.  If  the  Ink  Tank  Cover  cannot  close,
some Ink Tank Lock Lever may not be closed completely. Make sure all ink tank lock levers are fully
closed.
Load the Ink Tank (700 ml)
1. Before opening the pouch, hold the new Ink Tank with both hands and tilt it to the left and right as shown, shaking
gently it seven or eight times.
Caution• 700 ml ink tanks are heavy, so use your whole arm to agitate it...