Canon Pixma Mp540 User Guide

Advanced Guide  Troubleshooting
Contents > Routine Maintenance
Routine Maintenance 
This section describes how to replace ink tanks when they run out of ink, to clean the machine when the
print result is faint, or to take an action when paper does not feed properly.
Replacing an Ink Tank
Checking the Ink Status
Replacing Procedure
When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect
Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern
Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern
Cleaning the Print Head
Cleaning the Print Head Deeply...

Advanced Guide  Troubleshooting
Contents > Routine Maintenance > Replacing an Ink Tank
Replacing an Ink Tank 
When ink runs out while printing is in progress, an error message appears on the LCD or your computer
screen. Make sure which ink tank has run out of ink and replace it with a new one.
 Note
 If the error message appears, confirm the displayed message and take an appropriate action.
For details, refer to An Error Message Is Displayed on the LCD in Troubleshooting of the on-
screen manual:...

Advanced Guide  Troubleshooting
Contents > Routine Maintenance > Replacing an Ink Tank > Checking the Ink Status
 Checking the Ink Status 
You can check the ink status on the LCD or with ink lamps.
 With the LCD on the Machine 
(1) Make sure that the power is turned on, and press the HOME button.
(2) Press the left Function button.
Check if any symbol appears on the remaining ink volume screen.
Sufficient ink is left for printing if no symbol appears.
The ink with  (Ink low) is running low. You can...

the ink tank. If the function for detecting the remaining ink level is disabled, replace the ink tank with a new
one.
See Replacing Procedure.
If the ink lamp is still off after reinstalling the ink tank, there has been an error and the machine cannot print.
Check the error message displayed on the LCD.
Refer to Troubleshooting in the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide.
      
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Advanced Guide  Troubleshooting
Contents > Routine Maintenance > Replacing an Ink Tank > Replacing Procedure
 Replacing Procedure 
When the ink tanks run out of ink, follow the procedure below to replace them.
 Important
Handling ink
 To maintain optimal print quality, we recommend the use of specified Canon brand ink tanks. Refilling
ink is not recommended. 
 If you remove an ink tank, replace it immediately. Do not leave the machine with ink tanks removed.
 Use new ink tanks for replacement. Installing...

3.Replace the ink tank with the lamp flashing fast.
Push the tab (A) and lift the ink tank to remove.
Do not touch the Print Head Lock Lever (B).
 Important
 Handle the ink tank carefully to avoid staining of clothing or the surrounding area.
 Discard the empty ink tank according to the local laws and regulations regarding disposal of
consumables.
 Note
 Do not remove two or more ink tanks at the same time. Be sure to replace ink tanks one by one
when replacing two or more ink tanks.
 For details on ink...

 Important
 Do not touch the electrical contacts (E) on the ink tank. It can cause the machine to
malfunction or become unable to print.
 Important
 If you shake the ink tank, the ink may leak out and stain your hands and the surrounding area.
Be careful to handle the ink tank.
 Do not squeeze the side of ink tanks as this may cause the ink to leak out.
 Be careful not to stain your hands and the surrounding area with ink on the removed
protective cap.
 Do not reattach the protective cap once you have...

 Important
 You cannot print if the ink tank is installed in the wrong position. Be sure to install the ink tank in
the correct position according to the label on the Print Head Holder.
 You cannot print unless all the ink tanks are installed. Be sure to install all the ink tanks.
6.Lift the Scanning Unit (Cover) slightly, and then close it gently.
 Note
 If the error message appears after the Scanning Unit (Cover) is closed, refer to 
Troubleshooting in the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide.
 When you...

Advanced Guide  Troubleshooting
Contents > Routine Maintenance > When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect
When Printing Becomes Faint or Colors Are Incorrect 
If print results are blurred or colors are not printed correctly, the pint head nozzles are probably clogged.
Follow the procedure below to print the nozzle check pattern, check the print head nozzle condition, then
clean the Print Head.
If printed ruled lines are misaligned or print results are otherwise unsatisfactory, aligning the...

      
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