Canon Pixma Mx7600 Quick Start Guide

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2Remove the ink tank whose lamp is flashing fast.
(1) Push the tab and remove the ink tank.
3Prepare the replacement tank.
(1)Remove the orange protective cap from the 
bottom of the ink tank.
Discard the cap once it is removed.
Important
zHandle ink tanks carefully to avoid staining 
clothing or the surrounding area.
z Discard empty ink tanks according to the local 
laws and regulations regarding disposal of 
consumables.
NotezDo not remove more than one ink tank at a 
time. Be...

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4Install the ink tank.
(1)Insert the front end of the ink tank into the Print 
Head.
(2) Press on the   mark on the ink tank until 
the ink tank snaps firmly into place.
(3) Make sure that the ink lamp lights up red.
5Gently close the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover).
The machine automatically stirs the inks.
Wait until the machine has stopped making operat ional sounds (up to 2 minutes). Do not open 
the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) while the machine is operating.
Important
Install...

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zWhen Replacing the Clear Ink Tank
When the clear ink tank (PGI-9Clear) runs out of ink, replace it using the following steps.
1Open the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) and the Paper Output Tray.
(1)Make sure the machine is turned on.
(2)Lift the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) until it 
stops.
The Paper Output Tray will open automatically 
and the Print Head Holder moves to the center.
Important
Handling Ink
zTo maintain optimal printing quality, we recommend the use of specified...

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2Remove the clear ink tank.
(1)Push the tab and open the Clear Ink Tank 
Locking Cover.
(2)Remove the clear ink tank.
3Prepare the replacement tank.
Remove the orange tape in the direction of the 
arrow to peel off the protective film from the clear 
ink tank.
ImportantzHandle ink tanks carefully to avoid spilling ink 
or staining clothing or the surrounding area.
zDiscard empty ink tanks according to the local 
laws and regulations regarding disposal of 
consumables.
ImportantzDo...

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4Install the clear ink tank.
(1) Be sure that the clear ink tank is properly 
aligned when inserting.
(2) Close and press the round, indented portion on 
the Clear Ink Tank Locking Cover until it snaps 
firmly into place, locking the ink tank.
5Gently close the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover).
Printing cannot be done until the machine is ready. This takes about 2 minutes.
Caution
zBe sure to hold the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) firmly using both hands, and be careful not to 
get...

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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/OFF button to turn off the machine.
(2) Confirm that all the lamps on  the Operation Panel have gone out.
(3) Unplug the power cord from the wall outlet.
If you are using a power outlet strip, you can switch it off instead.
When you press the  ON/OFF button to turn...

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Routine Maintenance
When Printing Becomes Fain t or Colors Are Incorrect
When printing becomes faint or colors are incorrect  even if ink remains in the ink tanks, the print 
head nozzles are probably clogged. Print the nozzle c heck pattern to confirm the condition of the 
nozzles and then perform Print Head Cleaning.
If print results are not satisfactory, performing Print Head Alignment may improve print quality.
z If the Ruled Lines Are Shifted
Note
Before performing maintenance
zOpen the Scanning...

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Printing the Nozzle Check Pattern
Print the nozzle check pattern to determine whet her the ink ejects properly from the print head 
nozzles.
1Make sure that the machine is turned on,  and then load a sheet of A4 or Letter-
sized plain paper in the Cassette.
2Open the Paper Output Tray, and then open the Output Tray Extension.
(1) Press the Open button to open the Paper Output Tray.
(2) Open the Output Tray Extension.
3Print the nozzle check pattern.
(1)Press the  Menu button.
(2)...

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Examining the Nozzle Check Pattern
Examine the nozzle check pattern,  and perform cleaning if necessary.
1Check the nozzle check pattern you printed.
(1)Check if lines in this pattern are missing.
(A) Good
(B) Lines are missing
(2) Check if there are white streaks in this pattern.
(A) Good
(B) White streaks present
2The confirmation screens for white streaks and missing lines are displayed 
alternately. Select the pattern that is closer to the nozzle check pattern that you...

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zIf There Are No Missing Lines and No White Streaks
(1) Select  All A and press the  OK button.
You do not need to perform Print Head Cleaning. The LCD returns to the  Maintenance 
screen.
z If Lines Are Missing or White Streaks Are Present
(1) Select  Also B  and press the  OK button.
You need to perform Print Head Cleaning  again. The cleaning confirmation screen is 
displayed.
(2) Use the  { or  } button to select  Ye s, then press the  OK button to start Print Head 
Cleaning....