Replacing an ink tank
This section describes how to replace an ink tank. Before replacing an ink tank, be sure to read the section When to replace an ink tank ( p.
CAUTION
• Do not replace ink tanks while the machine is printing or performing another operation.
Follow this procedure to replace an ink tank:
1Make sure the power is turned on.
2Press [Open] q and lift up the scanning unit w.
•The printhead holder automatically moves to the center of the machine.
CAUTION
•Do not try to manually move or stop the printhead holder.
•Do not touch any metal parts.
3Press on the tab to release the empty ink tank q, then remove it from its slot w.
CAUTION
•Do not remove the printhead from the machine.
•If several ink tanks need replacing, remove and replace each one individually.
IMPORTANT
•Discard the empty ink tank immediately according to local laws and regulations for disposal of consumables.
•Handle ink tanks carefully to avoid staining clothing or the surrounding area.
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4On the new ink tank, pull the orange tape in the direction of the arrow and remove the plastic wrapper so you can see the air hole A.
Turn the ink tank over so that the protective cap B is facing up. Then hold the ink tank as shown and remove the protective cap B.
•To avoid spilling ink, never press on the long sides of the ink tank C.
•Once you remove the cap B, do not touch the ink port D.
5Insert the ink tank into the empty slot on the printhead. Press down gently on the ink tank until an audible click is heard.
•Make sure the ink tank is the correct color for the slot.
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6Close the scanning unit until it locks into place.
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