Canon Pixma Mp190 Quick Start Guide

37 Routine Maintenance
1Open the Paper Output Tray.
2Make sure that the machine is turned on, lift 
the Scanning Unit (Cover), then pull the 
Scanning Unit Support (A) down into place.
The FINE Cartridge Holder moves to the left.
3Remove the empty FINE Cartridge.
(1)Push down the FINE Cartridge.
(2)Remove the FINE Cartridge.
CautionzDo not hold the FINE Cartridge Holder to stop or move it.
zDo not touch the metallic parts or other parts inside the machine.
Important
If the Scanning Unit (Cover) is left...

38Routine Maintenance
4Prepare the replacement FINE Cartridge.
(1)Unpack a new FINE Cartridge and remove the 
orange protective tape (A) gently.
5Install the FINE Cartridge.
(1)Insert a new FINE Cartridge all the way into 
the appropriate slot.
The Black FINE Cartridge should be installed 
into the left slot ( ) and the Color FINE 
Cartridge should be into the right slot ( ).
(2)Push up the FINE Cartridge until it clicks into 
place.
Important
zShaking FINE Cartridges may cause ink to spill out 
and...

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Routine Maintenance
6Lift the Scanning Unit (Cover) slightly to set the Scanning Unit Support back to its 
original position, and then gently  close the Scanning Unit (Cover).
Keeping the Best Printing Results
To avoid drying of the Print Head and cl ogging of the nozzles, note the following.
„When You Turn Off the Machine
Follow the procedure below to turn off the machine.
(1) Press the  ON button to turn off the machine.
(2) Confirm that the  Power lamp has gone out.
This takes a few seconds or  as...

40Routine Maintenance
Cleaning Your Machine
This section describes the cleaning procedure  that is needed to maintain your machine.
„Wiping Off Dirt on the Machine
Be sure to use a soft cloth such as eyeglas ses cleaning cloth and wipe off dirt on the surface 
with it gently. Smooth out wrinkles on the cloth if necessary before cleaning.
„ Cleaning the Platen Glass and Document Cover
With a clean, soft, lint-free cloth, wipe the Platen Glass (A) and the inner side of the Document 
Cover (white sheet) (B)...

41 Routine Maintenance
„Cleaning the Paper Feed Roller (Roller Cleaning)
Clean the paper feed roller if paper is not fed properly. Cleaning the paper feed roller will wear 
the roller, so perform this only when necessary.
1Make sure that the machine is turned on, and then remove any paper from the 
Rear Tray.
2Open the Paper Output Tray, then open the Output Tray Extension.
3Clean the paper feed roller.
(1)Press the Maintenance button repeatedly until b appears.
(2)Press the Black or Color button.
The...

42Routine Maintenance
1Make sure that the machine is turned on, and then remove any paper from the 
Rear Tray.
2Open the Paper Output Tray, then  open the Output Tray Extension.
3Fold a single sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper in half widthwise, and then 
unfold the paper. 
4Load this and only this sheet of paper in the 
Rear Tray with the open side facing up.
Set the Paper Thickness Lever to the left. For 
details on the Paper Thickness Lever, refer to 
“Front View” in “Main Components” of the...

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Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
This section describes troubleshooting tips  for problems you may encounter when using the 
machine.
z “An Error Code Is Displayed on the LED” on page 44
z “LED Cannot Be Seen At All” on page 46
z “Cannot Install the MP Drivers” on page 47
z “Cannot Connect to Computer Properly” on page 48
z “Print Results Not Satisfactory” on page 49
z “Print Results Not Satisfac tory When Copying” on page 52
z “Printing Does Not Start” on page 53
z “Paper Does Not Feed Properly” on...

44Troubleshooting
An Error Code Is Displayed on the LED
If an error code is displayed on the LED,  take the corresponding action described below.
„Alarm Lamp Is Lit Orange
When a printer error occurs, the  Alarm lamp is lit orange. The number displayed on the LED 
indicates the type of error that has occurred.  Check the error code displayed on the LED and 
take the appropriate action to correct the error.
E  and number (error code) are alternately displayed on the LED.
Error CodeCauseAction
E, 2 The...

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Troubleshooting
E, 1, 3 Ink level cannot be 
detected. Ink may have run out.
The function for detecting the remaining ink level will be disabled since the 
ink level cannot be correctly detected.
If you want to continue printing without this function, press the 
Stop/Reset 
button for at least 5 seconds.
Canon recommends to use new genuine Canon cartridges in order to 
obtain optimum qualities.
Please be advised that Canon shall not be liable for any malfunction or 
trouble caused by continuation of...

46Troubleshooting
„Power Lamp Flashes Green and Alarm Lamp Flashes Orange 
Alternately
The Power and Alarm lamps flash alternately as shown below.
Disconnect the USB cable from the machine, turn the machine off, then unplug the machine from 
the power supply. Plug the machine back in and turn the machine back on.
If the problem is not resolved, contact your Canon Service representative.
LED Cannot Be Seen At All
Error CodeCauseAction
E, 2, 2 The FINE Cartridge 
Holder does not move.Cancel printing, turn...