4 Remove the ink tank whose lamp is flashing fast.
(1)Push the tab and remove the ink tank.
Important
zHandle ink tanks carefully to avoid staining clothing or the surrounding area.
zDiscard empty ink tanks according to the local laws and regulations regarding disposal of consumables.
Note
zDo not remove more than one ink tank at a time. Be sure to replace ink tanks one by one when replacing more than one ink tank.
zFor details on ink lamp flashing speeds, see “Getting the Ink Status Information” on page 46.
5 Prepare the replacement tank.
(1)Remove the new ink tank from its packaging.
(2)Pull the orange tape (B) in the direction of the arrow to peel off the protective film.
(3)Remove the film (C) completely.
Important
Make sure that the protective film does not remain on the air hole (D). If the air hole is blocked with the remaining film, ink may leak out or may not eject properly.
(4)Remove the orange protective cap from the bottom of the ink tank.
Discard the cap once it is removed.
Important
zDo not touch the electrical contacts (F) on the ink tank. Doing so can cause the machine to malfunction or become unable to print.
zBe sure to remove the clear film from the ink tank in the exact order shown above, as failure to follow this step may cause the ink to leak and stain your clothes and hands.
zDo not squeeze the side of ink tanks as this may cause the ink to leak out and stain your clothes and hands.
zDo not reattach the protective cap once you have removed it. Discard it according to the local laws and regulations regarding disposal of consumables.
zDo not touch the open ink port once the protective cap is removed, as this may prevent the ink from being ejected properly.
zBe careful not to stain your clothes and hands with ink on the removed protective cap.
(A)
(A)Do NOT touch the Print Head Lock Lever; remove only the ink tank.
(B)
(C)
(D)
(E)
(F)
(E)Carefully hold the protective cap when removing it to prevent the ink from staining your fingers.
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