Replacing FINE Cartridges

When FINE Cartridges run out of ink, replace them using the following steps. Click here for supported ink cartridges.

Important Handling FINE Cartridges Do not touch the electrical contacts or Print Head Nozzles on a FINE Cartridge. The machine may not print out properly if you touch it. (A) Electrical Contacts (B) Print Head Nozzles To maintain optimal printing quality, we recommend the use of specified Canon brand FINE Cartridges. Refilling ink is not recommended. Once you remove a FINE Cartridge, replace it immediately. Do not leave the machine with FINE Cartridges removed. Replace empty cartridges with new ones. If you insert FINE Cartridges that has been removed once, the machine may not print out properly due to some reasons such as clogging of the nozzles. Furthermore, with such cartridges, the Low Ink Warning may not be displayed properly. Once a FINE Cartridge has been installed, do not remove it from the machine and leave it out in the open. This will cause the FINE Cartridge to dry out, and the machine may not operate properly when it is reinstalled. To maintain optimal printing quality, use a FINE Cartridge within six months of first use.

Note If a FINE Cartridge runs out of ink, you can print with either Color or Black FINE Cartridge, in whichever ink remains, only for a while. However the print quality may be reduced compared to when printing with cartridges. Canon recommends to use new FINE cartridges in order to obtain optimum qualities. Even when printing with one ink only, print with leaving the empty FINE Cartridge installed. If either of the Color FINE Cartridge or Black FINE Cartridge is not installed, an error occurs and the machine cannot print. For information on how to configure this setting, refer to the PC Printing Guide on-screen manual. Color ink may be consumed even when printing a black-and-white document or when black-and white printing is specified. Color ink is also consumed in Print Head Cleaning and Print Head Deep Cleaning, which may be necessary to maintain the machine's performance.

1. Make sure that the machine is turned on, lift the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) with hands, then pull the Scanning Unit Support (A) down into place.

The FINE Cartridge Holder moves to the left.

Caution Do not hold the FINE Cartridge Holder to stop or move it. Do not touch the metallic parts inside the machine.

Important If the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) is left open for more than 10 minutes, the FINE Cartridge Holder moves to the right. Close and reopen the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) to return the holder to the left.

2. Remove the empty FINE Cartridge.

(1) Push down the FINE Cartridge.

(2) Remove the FINE Cartridge.

Important Handle FINE Cartridges carefully to avoid staining clothing or the surrounding area. Discard empty FINE Cartridges according to the local laws and regulations regarding disposal of consumables.

3. Prepare the replacement FINE cartridge.

(1) Unpack a new FINE Cartridge and remove the orange protective tape (A) gently.

Important Handle FINE Cartridges carefully to avoid staining your clothes or surrounding work area. Do not reattach the protective tape once you have removed it. Discard it according to the local laws and regulations regarding disposal of consumables. Do not touch the electrical contacts or Print Head Nozzles on a FINE Cartridge. The machine may not print out properly if you touch it. Be careful not to stain your clothes and hands with ink on the removed protective tape.

4. Install 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 The machine cannot be used unless the FINE Cartridges are installed.

5. Lift the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) slightly to set the Scanning Unit Support back to its original position, and then gently close the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover).

Caution Be sure to hold the Scanning Unit (Printer Cover) firmly, and be careful not to get your fingers caught.

Supported Ink Cartridges:

Color	Model	Capacity	Part Number
Black	PG-30	Low Capacity 11ml	1899B002AA
	PG-40	Standard 16ml	0615B002AA
	PG-50	High Capacity 22ml	0616B002AA
Color	CL-31	Low Capacity 3ml x 3	1900B002AA
	CL-41	Standard 4ml x 3	0617B002AA
	CL-51	High Capacity 7ml x 3	0618B002AA

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