Replace the ink cartridge according to the following procedure below.
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- The ink disposal tank must be replaced when the ink cartridge is replaced.
- To replace the ink cartridge, turn the scanner OFF before removing the Top Cover. After the ink cartridge is set, replace the Top Cover and then turn the scanner back ON.
- Finish up the unpacked ink cartridge as soon as possible. More frequent cleaning of the ink cartridge is required if long time elapses after unpacking.
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- Use a Canon ink cartridge.
- Do not use more than one cartridge at a time. If you do so, applications cannot check the ink level precisely.
- Remove the Top Cover.
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- Open the Nozzle Cleaning Unit.
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- Push the ink cartridge backward, and then remove the ink cartridge.
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Do not touch the ink jet nozzle right after imprinting. The nozzle may be very hot!
- Set the ink cartridge.
- Carefully replace the Top Cover.
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