Replacing Ink Tanks, Ink Type and Ink Replacement | Canon LR1

Replacing Ink Tanks

If the LOW INK lights come on, replace the corresponding ink tank.

Ink Type and Ink Replacement

The LOW INK lights on the front of the printer prompt you to replace an ink tank when the ink runs low. Confirm the type of ink tank currently installed, and then replace the ink tank.

		Replace an ink tank when
Type of BJ Cartridge	Type of Ink Tank	when you see these lights

BC-11e Color BJ Cartridge

(provided)

BCI-11 Black

BCI-18 Black (high capacity)

BCI-11 Color

BCI-18 Color (high capacity)

BC-10 Black BJ Cartridge

(optional)

BCI-10 Black

BCI-17 Black (high capacity)

BC-12e Photo BJ Cartridge

(optional)

BCI-12 Photo Black

BCI-12 Photo Color

2-6	Using BJ Cartridges Chapter 2

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Canon LR1 user manual Replacing Ink Tanks, Ink Type and Ink Replacement

Contents

LR1 Page Copyright DisclaimerTrademarks User’s Manual this guide Using Your DocumentationQuick Start Guide Quick Guide to Printing Conventions Contents FCC-1 Introduction Important Notes on Safety Choosing a Place for Your PrinterDo not place the printer on thick rugs or carpets Supplying Power to the Printer Printer is designed for use with AC 120 Do not use the power cord if it is tied or knotted Handling the Printer Do not use items such as flammable sprays near the printerDo not disassemble or alter the printer in any way Maintaining the Printer Handling the BJ CartridgeDo not drop or shake BJ cartridges Supplies and Accessories PaperBJ Cartridges Ink Cartridge Storage Box Ink Tanks BC-11e Color BJ CartridgeBC-10 Black BJ Cartridge BC-12e Photo BJ Cartridge Front View Names and Functions of the Printer’s Parts Control Panel Back View Confirm that the connected Internet device is turned off Turning the Power On and OffTurning On the Power Auto power on/off function Press the printer’s Power button Turning the Power Off Getting Help From Canon Servicing the Printer You can use the following BJ cartridges with the LR1 Using BJ Cartridges If Printing Is Unclear or Colors Are Missing Printing the Nozzle Check PatternMake sure paper is loaded in the paper supply tray Normal Nozzle Check Pattern looks like this Print a Nozzle Check Pattern see Cleaning the Print HeadNormal Print Head Cleaning Make sure the printer is turned on Deep Print Head Cleaning Replacing Ink Tanks Ink Type and Ink Replacement Important Notes Replacing an Ink Tank Remove the ink tankFor the BC-11e Color BJ Cartridge Replacing an Ink Tank For the BC-12e Photo BJ Cartridge For the BC-10 Black BJ Cartridge Install the new ink tank Color ink tank Press the ink light reset button Replacing the BJ Cartridge Close the BJ cartridge access cover Release and raise the green tab with your finger Remove the BJ cartridge Install the BJ cartridge Prepare the replacement BJ cartridge Close the BJ cartridge access cover Using BJ Cartridges Chapter High Resolution Paper Paper HandlingPlain Paper Important Notes on Paper Fan the paper to be loaded and align the four corners Loading PaperLoading the Paper Supply Tray Pull the paper supply tray all the way out Push the tray all the way into the printer Set the paper guide and size guide Insert the paper Loading Single Sheets in the Manual Feed Slot Using High Resolution Paper Align the paper guide with the left edge of the paperOpen the back cover Pull out the paper supply tray Close the back cover and press the RESUME/CLEAN button again Clearing Paper Jams Maintaining the Printer Printer Maintenance Cleaning the Printer Transporting the Printer Turn off the power to the Internet device and the printer Maintaining the Printer Chapter Light above the Power button comes on TroubleshootingPower Power does not go on Troubleshooting Chapter Paper does not feed properly Paper Trouble When PrintingLOW INK light comes on Paper is jammed Loaded? Was the paper fannedBefore loading? Is too much paper Paper curls after printing Paper Trouble After PrintingBack side of the paper is soiled Printed side of the paper is soiled If the printer does not print or stops during printing Trouble When Printing Printing starts, but stops before it is finished Printer is printing garbage Printing is unclear Printing has a scratched appearanceIs the paper too thick? Is the paper bent or curled? Ink bleeds White lines appear Colors are wrong Is ink flowing properlyFrom the BJ cartridge? Lines do not print straight Cartridge does not move into the replacement positionCorrectly installed? Is the power on? Troubleshooting Chapter Specifications Paper Size Recommended Printing Area area Specifications Appendix a Automatic feed Glossary RAM Index Index USB FCC Regulations Canadian Radio Interference RegulationsColor Bubble Jet Printer, Model K10191