Alarm Lamp Flashes Thirteen Times

Flashes on Printer (Thirteen)
Support Code on computer (1983)

Possible Cause:
Thirteen flashes:
The ink level cannot be detected.

Possible Solution:

Replace the ink tank and close the top cover.

NOTE:  Printing with an ink tank that was once empty may damage the printer.
If you want to continue printing in this condition, you need to release the function for detecting the remaining ink level. Press and hold the printer's RESUME/CANCEL button for at least 5 seconds, and then release it.
With this operation, releasing the function for detecting the remaining ink level is memorized. Please be advised that Canon shall not be liable for any printer malfunction or damage caused by refilled ink tanks.