Adding Ink
The following messages may appear depending on the amount of ink.
When “Check Print Cartridge replacement.” appears, approximately 35% of the original amount of ink remains in the print cartridge.
When “Printing is not possible even if only one cartridge is depleted.” appears, approximately 20% of the original amount of ink remains in the print cartridge.
When “No ink.” appears, replace corresponding color print cartridges.
See the animation displayed on the control panel of the machine for the procedure to replace the print cartridge.
Replace the print cartridge after the message prompting replacement is displayed on the control panel.
The machine may become damaged if you use print cartridge of a different type.
Do not turn off the power of the machine when replacing the print cartridge. If you turn off the power when replacing the print cartridge, the specified settings are canceled, and printing will not resume afterwards.
Store the ink in a dry environment away from direct sunlight and generally under the temperature below 35°C (95°F).
Keep the ink horizontal when storing it.
After removing the print cartridge from the machine, do not shake it while its opening is facing downward. The remaining ink may spill out.
Do not pull out and put back the print cartridge repeatedly. The remaining ink may leak.
Be sure to replace print cartridges when the machine requests you to do so.
After replacing the print cartridge, close the cartridge cover and wait for the “Please wait”. message to disappear before loading paper into the paper bypass location.
If you load paper into the paper bypass location while the cartridge cover is open, “Paper Misfeed” may appear on the screen. If “Paper Misfeed” appears, follow the on-screen instructions to clear the misfeed.
Use only manufacturer-recommended print cartridges. Recommended cartridges have been safety-evaluated and will not damage the machine.
Do not touch the IC (integrated circuit) chip on print cartridges.
Do not open the cartridge cover other than when replacing the print cartridges. Doing so may result in misfeeds.
Push in the print cartridge until the lever clicks. If it does not click into place, ink may leak inside the machine.
Check on the screen to see which print cartridge needs to be replaced.
If you have turned off the screen, press [Check Status] and then press [Check] on the [Machine Status] tab.
Add ink by following the procedure shown in the animation.
To protect the print head and ensure print quality, ink is consumed not only when printing, but also when the main power switch is turned on, during head cleaning, flushing, and loading of cartridges. Therefore, the frequency of head cleaning or flushing will be increased and the print cartridge might run out of ink quickly even if the number of pages printed is extremely small.
Color ink may be consumed even though color printing is not performed.
The reductions shown by the remaining ink indicator vary depending on the capacity of the cartridge.
If, after replacing the print cartridge, add ink messages continue to appear, turn off the machine's power, and then turn it back on again.
Print cartridges should be used up before their expiration date, ideally within six months of being removed from their packaging.
Precautions When Storing Ink
- Keep the print cartridge and ink collector unit out of reach of children.
Precautions When Adding Ink
- If ink gets into contact with eyes, wash eyes immediately with running water. Consult a doctor if necessary.
- If ink is ingested, induce vomiting by drinking a strong saline solution. Consult a doctor immediately.
- When removing the print cartridge, avoid putting your hand near the place where the print cartridge is installed. If ink comes in contact with your hands, wash them thoroughly with soap and water.
- When removing jammed paper or replacing ink, avoid getting ink on your clothing. If ink comes into contact with your clothing, wash the stained area with cold water. Hot water will set the ink into the fabric and make removing the stain impossible.
- When removing jammed paper or replacing ink, avoid getting ink on your skin. If ink comes into contact with your skin, wash the affected area thoroughly with soap and water.
Disposing Exhausted Print Cartridges
Print cartridge cannot be re-used.
(mainly Europe and Asia)
If you want to discard your used print cartridge, please contact your local sales office. If you discard it by yourself, treat it as general plastic waste material.
(mainly North America)
Please see our local company website for information on the recycling of supply products, or you can recycle items according to the requirements of your local municipalities or private recyclers.