Canon printer PIXMA MG5620 User Manual

Replacing an Ink Tank
Replacing an Ink Tank
Checking the Ink Status
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Replacing an Ink TankWhen remaining ink cautions or errors occur, the message will appear on the LCD to inform you of the error.Take appropriate action according to the message.
A Message Is Displayed
Note
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If print results become faint or white streaks appear despite sufficient ink levels, see Maintenance
Procedure .
Replacing Procedure
When you need to replace an ink tank, follow the procedure below.
Important
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If you remove an ink tank, replace it immediately. Do not leave the machine with the ink...

Open the operation panel (A) until it stops.The print head holder moves to the replacement position.
Caution
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Do not hold the print head holder to stop or move it forcibly. Do not touch the print head holder until it stops completely.
Important
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When opening or closing the operation panel, do not touch the buttons and LCD on the
operation panel. Doing so may result in an unexpected operation.
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Do not touch the metallic parts or other parts inside the machine.
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If the operation panel is left open for...

5.Prepare a new ink tank.1.
Take a new ink tank out of its package, remove the orange tape () completely, then
remove the protective film (
) completely.
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Handle an ink tank carefully. Do not drop or apply excessive pressure to it.
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If the orange tape remains on the Y-shape air hole (D), ink may splash or the machine may not
print properly.
2.
Hold the ink tank with the orange protective cap (E) pointing up while being careful not to
block the Y-shape air hole (D).
3.
Lift up the tab on the...

Important
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Do not push the sides of the ink tank. If you push the sides of the ink tank with the Y-shape air
hole (D) blocked, ink may splash.
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Do not touch the inside of the orange protective cap (E) or the open ink port (F). The ink may stain your hands if you touch them.
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Do not reattach the protective cap (E) once you have removed it. Discard it according to the locallaws and regulations regarding disposal of consumables.
6.
Install the new ink tank.
1.
Insert the front end of the ink tank into...

Important
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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.
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You cannot print unless all the ink tanks are installed. Be sure to install all the ink tanks.
7.
Close the operation panel gently.
Caution
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When closing the operation panel, be careful not to get your fingers caught.
Important
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When opening or closing the operation panel, do not touch the buttons and LCD on the...

Checking the Ink Status
Checking the Ink Status with the LCD on the Machine
Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps
You can also check the ink status on the computer screen.
Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer
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Checking the Ink Status with the LCD on the Machine1.
Make sure that the power is turned on, and display the HOME screen.
If the  HOME  screen is not displayed, press the  HOME button to display it.
2.
Select  Setup  on the  HOME screen.
LCD and Operation Panel
The setup menu screen will appear.
3.
Select   Estimated ink levels , then press the OK button.
A symbol appears in the area (A) if there is any information about the remaining ink level.
Example: 
Ink tank is running low. Prepare a new ink tank....

Checking the Ink Status with the Ink Lamps1.
Make sure that the power is turned on.
2.
Open the front cover, then open the paper output tray.
3.
Lift the operation panel and open until it stops.
Replacing Procedure
4.
Check the ink lamp.Close the operation panel after checking the ink lamp status.
Replacing Procedure
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The ink lamp is on.
The ink tank is correctly installed.
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The ink lamp is flashing.
Flashing slowly (at around 3-second intervals)
 ...... Repeats
Ink tank is running low. Prepare a new...

removed from the bottom of the ink tank, then press on the top of the ink tank until the ink tankclicks into place.
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.
A Message Is Displayed
Note
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You can also check the ink status on the computer screen.
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