Canon ImagePrograf iPF840 series Basic Manual
Large Format Printer
Series
Basic Guide
Preface
Safety Precautions...................................................... 2
Manuals for this printer................................................... 6
Handling Paper
Handling rolls................................................................ 12
Handling sheets............................................................ 25
Consumables and Maintenance
Ink Tanks....................................................................... 29
Printheads..................................................................... 40
Maintenance Cartridge.................................................. 46
Cleaning the Printer...................................................... 51
Printer Parts
Operations and Display Screen.................................... 55
Printer parts.................................................................. 67
Printer Relocation
Preparing to Transfer the Printer...................................73
Software Installation
Installing the Printer Driver (Windows).......................... 82
Installing the Printer Driver (Mac OS)........................... 84
Convenient Printer Driver Features.............................. 86
Adjustments for Better Print Quality
Adjusting the Printhead................................................. 92
Adjusting the feed amount............................................ 94
Troubleshooting
Error Message
Manuals for this printer
Setup Guide
Quick Guide
Basic Guide Electronic manual
User's Guide Electronic manual
Paper Reference Guide Electronic manual
Read this manual before attempting to operate the printer.
Keep this manual in a handy location for future referencing.
Problems Regarding Paper........................................... 97
Printing does not start................................................. 107
The printer stops during a print job............................. 109
Problems with the printing quality............................... 110
Cannot print over a network........................................ 117
Installation problems................................................... 118
HP-GL/2 problems...................................................... 119
Other problems........................................................... 121
Messages regarding paper......................................... 125
Messages regarding ink.............................................. 134
Messages regarding printing or adjustment................ 136
Messages regarding printheads.................................. 138
Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge......... 140
Messages regarding the hard disk.............................. 141
Messages regarding HP-GL/2..................................... 143
Other Messages.......................................................... 144
Error Messages........................................................... 146
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Safety Precautions
Preface
Preface
Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions ............................................................................................................................................ 2
Legal Notices ....................................................................................................................................................4
Safety Precautions
Preface Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions
Follow the warnings and precautions below to use the printer safely. Do not perform any operations or procedures
other than as described in this manual. Doing so may result in unexpected accidents and can cause a fire or electrical shocks.
Printer location
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Do not set up the printer in any location exposed to alcohol, thinner, or other volatile liquids. If these substances
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come into contact with electrical components inside the printer, there is a risk of fire or electrical shock.
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Never install the printer on an unstable or vibrating surface. If it falls over, this could cause personal injury.
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Never set up the printer in a location that is exposed to high humidity or large amounts of dust, or exposed to
direct sunlight, high temperature, or open flame. This could cause a fire or electrical shock. Use the printer location in an environment where temperature and humidity are within the ranges of 15 °C to 30 °C (59 °F to 86 °F)
and 10 to 80% RH (with no condensation).
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Never place the printer on a heavy wool or shag carpet. The fibers may enter the printer and cause a fire.
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Keep the area around the power outlet clear of items so that you can disconnect the power cable immediately if
the printer starts operating abnormally. In the event of a printer malfunction, remove the power cable from the
outlet as soon as possible to prevent fire and electrical shocks.
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Do not install the printer near sources of strong electromagnetic fields, whether equipment that generates such
fields or places where such fields occur. This could damage the printer or cause malfunction.
iPF840 Series
Power Supply
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Never handle the power cable with wet hands. Doing so may cause electrical shock.
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Insert the power cable securely and completely into the power source. If the power cable is not inserted completely, this could cause a fire or electrical shock.
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Do not use any power cable other than the one provided. This could cause a fire or electrical shock. Never use
the power cable with any other electrical device.
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Never cut the power cable or attempt to modify it, and never stretch it or bend it forcefully. Never place a heavy
object on the power cable. Damaged sections of the power cable could cause a short circuit and may cause a fire
or electrical shock.
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Never connect the power cable to a power strip or any power source shared by other electrical devices. This
could cause a fire or electrical shock.
Never knot the power cable or wrap it around itself. This could cause a fire or electrical shock.
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Periodically disconnect the power cable and use a dry cloth to wipe away dust that has collected on the plug and
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the area around the power outlet. Leaving the power cable plugged in and not cleaned for a long period, especially in an area subject to dust, oil, and humidity, could cause the insulation material to deteriorate and lead to a fire.
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Caution
Safety Precautions
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Always grip the plug to remove the power cable from the power outlet. Pulling on the power cable could damage
the cable and lead to a fire or electrical shock.
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Never use an extension cord. This could cause a fire or electrical shock.
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Never use any power source other than 100–120 / 220–240 V AC. This could cause a fire or electrical shock. The
printer operating conditions are described below. Use the printer under the following conditions.
Power supply voltage: 100–120 / 220–240 V AC
Power supply frequency: 50/60 Hz
In an Emergency
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If the printer emits smoke or strange odors, continuing to use the printer may cause a fire or electrical shock.
Warning
Switch the printer off immediately and remove the power plug from the power outlet. Contact your Canon dealer
or support center.
Cleaning the Printer
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For cleaning, use a cloth dampened in water. Never use flammable solvents such as alcohol, benzene, or thinner.
Warning
Caution
If these substances come into contact with electrical components inside the printer, there is a risk of fire or electrical shock.
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Always disconnect the power cable from the outlet before cleaning the printer. If the printer is switched on accidentally, moving parts inside the printer may cause personal injuries.
Pacemakers
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This printer generates a low-level magnetic field. Anyone wearing a pacemaker who experiences discomfort while
Warning
working around the printer should leave the area. Consult a physician before continuing to work around the printer.
Moving the Printer
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Moving the printer requires at least six people, holding it on both sides. Be careful to avoid back strain and other
Caution
injuries.
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When moving the printer, firmly grasp the Carrying Handles under each side. The printer may be unsteady if you
hold it at other positions, which poses a risk of injury from dropping the printer.
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Printhead, Ink Tanks, and Maintenance Cartridge
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Always store consumables in a safe location out of the reach of small children. If a child licks or ingests ink acci-
Caution
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dentally, seek medical assistance immediately.
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If ink accidentally gets in your eyes, immediately rinse with water.
If ink gets on your skin, immediately clean it off with soap and water.
If irritation persists in your eyes or on your skin, contact a physician immediately.
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Avoid dropping or shaking printheads, ink tanks, and maintenance cartridges. Spilled ink can stain clothing and
the work area.
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Never touch the electrical contacts of the Printhead after printing. The contacts become extremely hot and can
cause minor burns.
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Other
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Never disassemble the printer or attempt repairs. There are high voltage parts inside the printer that can cause a
Warning
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Caution
fire or electrical shock.
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Never use flammable sprays around the printer. The gas of flammable sprays can cause a fire or electrical shock,
if it contacts high voltage points inside the printer.
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Never touch the cutting edge of Cutter Unit (a). This could cause personal injury.
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Never insert your hand into the printer while it is printing. Moving parts inside the printer can cause injuries.
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Never place anything on the printer such as small metal objects (paper clips, staples), liquids, any type of liquid
container that contains flammable liquids (alcohol, benzene, etc.). If such objects fall into the printer, this could
cause a fire or electrical shock.
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To prevent a fire hazard or dangerous electric shock, if a foreign object falls into or a liquid spills into the printer,
press the Power button immediately to switch the printer off, unplug the printer power cable from the outlet, and
then contact your Canon dealer or support center. If you continue to use the printer, this could cause a fire or
electrical shock.
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Connect the interface cable correctly. To avoid damage, before connection make sure that the shape of the cable
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connector matches the connection point on the printer.
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During printing, turn on the ventilation system in the room.
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We recommend ensuring ample space for installation.
FCC Regulations (U.S.A)
Canon Large Format Printer iPF840
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This
device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for class B digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference
in a residential installation.
This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to
radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged
to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
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Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
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Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
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Use of shielded cable is required to comply with Class B limits in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
Do not make any changes or modifications to the equipment unless otherwise specified in the manual.
If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipment.
Canon U.S.A. Inc.
One Canon Park Melville, NY 11747 , U.S.A.
Tel No. 1-800-652-2666
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Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
For CA, USA Only
Included battery contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply.
See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for detail.
Trademarks
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Canon, the Canon logo, and imagePROGRAF are trademarks or registered trademarks of CANON INC.
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Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation.
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Windows is a trademark or registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the U.S. and/or other countries.
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Mac, Mac OS, Bonjour and OS X are trademarks of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.
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Adobe RGB, a trademark of Adobe Systems Incorporated, is color space proposed by Adobe Systems Incorporated.
Copyright
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Unauthorized reproduction of this user manual in whole or part is prohibited.
Legal Notice
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It is illegal to reproduce currency, bills, negotiable securities and other documents prohibited by law. Reproduction of such items may be subject to criminal prosecution.
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It is illegal to reproduce legal certificates, licenses, travel tickets, and certain public and private documents prohibited from reproduction by law. Reproduction of such items may be subject to criminal prosecution.
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Please note that intellectual property protected by copyright may not be reproduced without the express permission of the copyright holder except for personal or household use under limited circumstances.
Preface Safety Precautions
Basic Guide
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Manuals for this printer
Manuals for this printer
Manuals for this printer
Manuals for this printer ..................................................................................................................................... 6
To view the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide ......................................................................................... 6
About This User Manual .................................................................................................................................. 10
Manuals for this printer
Manuals for this printer
This printer has the following manuals.
Preface Manuals for this printer
Name Contents Medium
Setup Guide Instructions for unpacking and setting up the printer, and for
installing the software and electronic manuals.
Quick Guide Contains information such as a guide to exchanging paper,
Ink Tank, and Printhead, and cautions for using the product
safely.
Basic Guide Descriptions of basic printer operations. Electronic manuals
User's Guide Detailed instructions for using the printer.
Paper Reference Guide This guide describes about the types and specifications of the
available media on the printer.
Setup Guide Quick Guide Basic Guide User's Guide Paper Reference Guide
Printed Manuals
iPF840 Series
To view the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide
To view the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide
To view the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide, display the various manuals on the website from the links in
the software installed on your computer.
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Windows
The basic instructions for displaying the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide from the printer driver are as
follows.
1
Install the software.
Note that the driver installation procedure varies depending on the type of connection.
(See "Installing the Software (Windows).") ➔P.82
2
Click start > Printers and Faxes (or Printer, Devices and Printers).
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Right-click the printer, and then click Properties (or
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Printer Properties).
Click Preferences (or Printing Preferences) to
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display the Printing Preferences dialog box with
the printer name added to the title.
To view the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide
Preface Manuals for this printer
Select the Support sheet and click the User Man-
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ual button.
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Basic Guide
To view the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide
To display User's Guide, click User's Guide.
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Alternately, to display Paper Reference Guide, click
Paper Reference Guide.
Preface Manuals for this printer
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Mac OS
The basic instructions for displaying the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide from imagePROGRAF Print-
monitor are as follows.
1
Install the software.
(See "Installing the Software (Mac OS).")
Click System Preferences icon in the Dock.
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➔P.84
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Click Printers & Scanners (Print & Scan or Print &
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Fax).
Select the printer in the Printer list and click Options
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& Supplies.
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Click Utility.
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Click Open Printer Utility.
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To view the User's Guide or Paper Reference Guide
Preface Manuals for this printer
Click Support.
7
Basic Guide
9
About This User Manual
Click the User Manual button.
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Preface Manuals for this printer
To display User's Guide, click User's Guide.
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Alternately, to display Paper Reference Guide, click
Paper Reference Guide.
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About This User Manual
About This User Manual
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Symbols
The following symbols are used in this user manual to indicate safety information and explanations on restric-
tions or precautions in use.
Warning Indicates warning items for which operating error poses a risk of death or serious injury. To ensure safe
use, always follow these warnings.
Caution Indicates caution items for which operating error poses a risk of injury. To ensure safe use, always follow
these cautions.
Important Indicates important information and restrictions that definitely are to be followed during operation. Be sure
to read this information to prevent troubles, malfunctions, or damage to equipment or property by operating errors.
Note Indicates helpful reference information and supplemental information on particular topics.
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Button names and user interface elements
Key and button names on the control panel and user interface elements in software (such as menus and but-
tons) are indicated as follows in this user manual.
Control panel buttons Example: Press the OK button.
Control panel messages Example: Head Cleaning is displayed.
Software interface items
(menus and buttons)
Example: Click OK.
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Keyboard keys Example: Press the Tab key.
Cross-reference
Other pages or manuals that provide related information are indicated as follows in this user manual.
Cross-reference in the same user manual Example: see "Menu Structure." ➔ P.60
Cross-reference in related manuals Example: Refer to the Paper Reference Guide.
Other cross-reference Example: See the printer driver help.
Figures and software screens
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Figures in this user manual may be different from the actual appearance of the printer in some cases.
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Screens depicted in this user manual for the printer driver or other software may be different from the actual screens because of subsequent updates.
May we request
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The information in this user manual is subject to change without notice.
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We strive to ensure accuracy of information in this user manual, but if you notice errors or omissions, contact support center.
Preface Manuals for this printer
Basic Guide
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Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls
Handling Paper
Handling Paper
Handling rolls
Handling rolls
Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls .................................................................................................................... 12
Loading Rolls in the Printer ............................................................................................................................. 15
Removing the Roll from the Printer .................................................................................................................. 21
iPF840 Series
Handling Paper Handling rolls
Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls
Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls
When printing on rolls, attach the Roll Holder to the roll.
Rolls have a two- or three-inch paper core. Use the correct attachment for the paper core. The printer comes
equipped with the 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment installed.
Using the 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment Using the 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment
Roll Holder Side Holder Stopper Side Roll Holder Side Holder Stopper Side
No Attachment Needed 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment #1 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment #2
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Set the roll on a table or other flat surface so that it does not roll or fall. Rolls are heavy, and dropping a roll may
Caution
cause injury.
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b
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Important
Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls
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When handling the roll, be careful not to soil the printing surface. This may affect the printing quality. We recommend wearing clean cloth gloves when handling rolls to protect the printing surface.
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Cut the edge of the roll paper if it is uneven, dirty, or has tape residue. Otherwise, it may cause feeding problems
and affect the printing quality. Be careful not to cut through any barcodes printed on the roll.
Handling Paper Handling rolls
Align the edges of the paper on both ends of the roll. This may cause feeding problems.
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For details on supported sizes and types of roll paper, see Paper Sizes or the Paper Reference Guide. (See
"Paper Sizes.") ➔User's Guide (See "Displaying the Paper Reference Guide.") ➔User's Guide
Note
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To view instructions as you attach the Roll Holder, press the Navigate button. (See "How to View Instructions With
Navigate.") ➔User's Guide
Lift the Holder Stopper lever (a) from the shaft side to
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unlock it. Holding the Holder Stopper at the position
indicated (b), remove it from the Roll Holder.
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a
b
a
a
b
Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls
When using a 3-inch paper core, align the tips (a) of 3-
2
Inch Paper Core Attachment #1 with the holes (b) of
the Roll Holder and insert it firmly.
Handling Paper Handling rolls
With the edge of the roll paper facing forward as
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shown, insert the Roll Holder from the right of the roll.
Insert it firmly until the roll touches the flange (a) of
the Roll Holder.
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When loading a roll, be careful to avoid hitting the printer hard with the roll. This may damage the Roll
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Insert the attachments for the roll paper core on the Holder Stopper.
Align the tips (a) of the attachment with the holes (b) of the Holder Stopper and insert it firmly.
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3-Inch Paper Core Attachment #2
Holder.
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a
b
a
c
b
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Insert the Holder Stopper from the left in the Roll
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Holder as shown. Holding it at the position shown (b),
push it firmly in until the flange (a) of the Holder Stopper touches the roll. Lock the Holder Stopper lever (c)
by pushing it down toward the shaft side.
Loading Rolls in the Printer
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2-Inch Paper Core Attachment
Handling Paper Handling rolls
Loading Rolls in the Printer
Loading Rolls in the Printer
Follow these steps to load rolls in the printer.
You can load rolls in two positions, in the Roll 1 (Upper) and Roll 2 (Lower) holders.
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Always load rolls when the printer is on. If the printer is off when you load a roll, the paper may not be advanced
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correctly when you turn the printer on.
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Before loading a roll, confirm whether the inside of the Top Cover or the Ejection Guide is soiled. If soiled, we
recommend cleaning in advance. (See "Cleaning Inside the Top Cover.") ➔ P.51
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Loading Rolls in the Printer
Loading rolls in the Roll 1 (Upper) holder
Press the Load button.
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Handling Paper Handling rolls
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Press ▲ or ▼ to select Roll 1 (Upper), and then press the OK button.
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If any cut sheet has been fed, or roll paper that will not be used has been fed from Roll 1 (Upper), a
message is shown requesting you to remove it.
Note
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Remove the paper and go to the next step.
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If roll paper is loaded in Roll 1 (Upper) but Roll 1 (Upper) is not selected as the paper source, a message
asking you whether or not to change paper is displayed.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Load, and then press the OK button. Remove the paper and proceed to the next
step.
Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide.
Holding the Roll Holder so that the side with the white
gear faces the side of the Roll Holder Slot with a
white gear, load the Roll Holder shaft (a) into the
grooves (b) on both ends of the Roll Holder Slot.
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a
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Using both hands, pull out the roll evenly on both
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ends and insert it in the Paper Feed Slot (a). Advance
the roll until the buzzer sounds.
Loading Rolls in the Printer
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Be careful not to drop the roll and hurt yourself when loading it.
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Caution
Note
Be careful not to pinch your fingers between the Roll Holder shaft (a) and the guide grooves (b) when
loading rolls.
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For instructions on attaching the Roll Holder to rolls, see "Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls." ➔ P.12
Handling Paper Handling rolls
Important
Lower the Ejection Guide.
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Be careful not to soil the printing surface of roll paper as you insert it in the slot. This may affect the
printing quality. We recommend wearing clean cloth gloves when handling rolls to protect the printing
surface.
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If the paper is wrinkled or warped, straighten it out before loading it.
Load the roll so that there is no gap between
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the right edge of the paper and the Roll Holder.
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Loading Rolls in the Printer
Close the Top Cover.
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Press the OK button.
The paper is now advanced.
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Once paper feeding starts, you will need to do the following, based on the ManageRemainRoll setting and
the barcode printed on rolls. (See "Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left.")
ManageRemainRoll
Off Printed A menu for selection of the type of paper is shown on the Display Screen.
On Printed The type and amount of paper left is automatically detected based on the barcode printed on the
Barcodes Printer Operation After the Paper is Fed
Not printed
Not printed
Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the OK button.
roll.
There is no need to specify the type and length of the paper.
A menu for selection of the type and length of paper is shown on the Display Screen.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type and length of paper loaded, and then press the OK button.
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➔User's Guide
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Cut the edge of the roll using the Paper Cutting function if the edge is creased or soiled. (See "Speci-
Important
Note
fying the Cutting Method for Rolls.") ➔User's Guide
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For details on types of paper to select, see the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Displaying the Paper Ref-
erence Guide.") ➔User's Guide
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Adjusting the printhead alignment with the type of paper to be used in printing may enhance printing quality. (See "Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors.") ➔ P.92
Loading rolls in the Roll 2 (Lower) holder
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Do not detach the Roll Unit in the following cases.
Caution
1
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During printing
Vibration from removing the Roll Unit may affect the printing quality.
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If a sheet is loaded in the printer
The sheet may be ejected, and (rarely) it may be bent.
Press the Load button.
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baba
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Press ▲ or ▼ to select Roll 2 (Lower), and then press the OK button.
Holding the Roll Unit Lever (a), pull out the Roll Unit.
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Holding the Roll Holder so that the side with the white
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gear faces the side of the Roll Holder Slot with a
white gear, load the Roll Holder shaft (a) into the
grooves (b) on both ends of the Roll Holder Slot.
Loading Rolls in the Printer
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If any cut sheet has been fed, or roll paper that will not be used has been fed from Roll 2 (Lower), a
message is shown requesting you to remove it.
Note
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Remove the paper and go to the next step.
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If roll paper is loaded in Roll 2 (Lower) but Roll 2 (Lower) is not selected as the paper source, a message
asking you whether or not to change paper is displayed.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Load, and then press the OK button. Remove the paper and proceed to the next
step.
Handling Paper Handling rolls
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Be careful not to drop the roll and hurt yourself when loading it.
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Caution
Note
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Be careful not to pinch your fingers between the Roll Holder shaft (a) and the guide grooves (b) when
loading rolls.
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For instructions on attaching the Roll Holder to rolls, see "Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls." ➔ P.12
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a
Loading Rolls in the Printer
Pull out the roll evenly on both ends and insert it in
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the Paper Feed Slot (a). Advance the roll until the
buzzer sounds.
Handling Paper Handling rolls
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Be careful not to soil the printing surface of roll paper as you insert it in the slot. This may affect the
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printing quality. We recommend wearing clean cloth gloves when handling rolls to protect the printing
surface.
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If the paper is wrinkled or warped, straighten it out before loading it.
Load the roll so that there is no gap between
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the right edge of the paper and the Roll Holder.
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In a crouching position, push the Roll Unit into the
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printer.
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Press the OK button.
The paper is now advanced.
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Once paper feeding starts, you will need to do the following, based on the ManageRemainRoll setting and
the barcode printed on rolls. (See "Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left.")
ManageRemainRoll
Off Printed A menu for selection of the type of paper is shown on the Display Screen.
On Printed The type and amount of paper left is automatically detected based on the barcode printed on the
Barcodes Printer Operation After the Paper is Fed
Not printed
Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the OK button.
roll.
There is no need to specify the type and length of the paper.
➔User's Guide
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Ready
Plain Paper
OK: Paper Menu
Plain Paper
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Removing the Roll from the Printer
ManageRemainRoll
On
Removing the Roll from the Printer
Removing the Roll from the Printer
Remove rolls from the printer as follows.
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Note
Barcodes Printer Operation After the Paper is Fed
Not printed
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Cut the edge of the roll using the Paper Cutting function if the edge is creased or soiled. (See "Speci-
Important
Note
If you need to cut a printed roll, select Paper Cutting in the printer menu and cut the roll at the desired position.
(See "Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls.") ➔ User's Guide
fying the Cutting Method for Rolls.") ➔User's Guide
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For details on types of paper to select, see the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Displaying the Paper Ref-
erence Guide.") ➔User's Guide
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Adjusting the printhead alignment with the type of paper to be used in printing may enhance printing quality. (See "Automatic Adjustment to Straighten Lines and Colors.") ➔ P.92
A menu for selection of the type and length of paper is shown on the Display Screen.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type and length of paper loaded, and then press the OK button.
Removing rolls from the Roll 1 (Upper) position
On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or
1
▶ to select the Paper tab ( ).
Handling Paper Handling rolls
2
Press the OK button.
The Paper Menu is displayed.
3
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Remove Roll, and then press the OK button.
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Press ▲ or ▼ to select Roll 1 (Upper), and then press the OK button.
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Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button.
The roll is rewound.
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Note
Important
If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
If you have selected ManageRemainRoll >
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On in the Control Panel menu, a barcode is
printed on the leading edge of the roll.
Do not remove the roll before the barcode is
printed. You will be unable to keep track of
the amount of roll paper left. (See "Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left.") ➔ User's Guide
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Removing the Roll from the Printer
Open the Top Cover and lift the Ejection Guide.
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Handling Paper Handling rolls
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Using both hands, rotate the Roll Holder in the direction of the arrow to rewind the roll.
Holding the Roll Holder flange (a), remove the holder
from the Roll Holder Slot.
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For instructions on removing the Roll Holder from rolls, see "Removing the Roll Holder from
Rolls." ➔User's Guide
Note
Lower the Ejection Guide and close the Top Cover.
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Ready
Plain Paper
OK: Paper Menu
Plain Paper
a
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Removing the Roll from the Printer
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To load new paper in the printer at this point, see "Loading Rolls in the Printer." ➔ P.15
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Clean inside the top cover before loading paper.
Note
(See "Cleaning Inside the Top Cover.") ➔ P.51
Removing rolls from the Roll 2 (Lower) position
On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or
1
▶ to select the Paper tab (
).
Handling Paper Handling rolls
•
If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Note
2
Press the OK button.
The Paper Menu is displayed.
3
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Remove Roll, and then press the OK button.
4
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Roll 2 (Lower), and then press the OK button.
5
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button.
The roll is rewound.
If you have selected ManageRemainRoll >
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Important
Check that "No Paper Loaded" is displayed on the
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Display Screen, and then grasp the Roll Unit Lever
(a) and pull out the Roll Unit.
On in the Control Panel menu, a barcode is
printed on the leading edge of the roll.
Do not remove the roll before the barcode is
printed. You will be unable to keep track of
the amount of roll paper left. (See "Keeping Track of the Amount of Roll Paper Left.") ➔ User's Guide
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Removing the Roll from the Printer
Using both hands, rotate the Roll Holder in the direc-
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tion of the arrow to rewind the roll.
Handling Paper Handling rolls
Remove the Roll Holder from the Roll Holder Slot.
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For instructions on removing the Roll Holder from rolls, see "Removing the Roll Holder from
Rolls." ➔User's Guide
Note
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To load new paper in the printer at this point, see "Loading Rolls in the Printer." ➔ P.15
In a crouching position, push the Roll Unit in with both
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hands.
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Loading Sheets in the Printer
Loading Sheets in the Printer
Follow these steps to load sheets in the printer.
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Loading Sheets in the Printer
Handling sheets
Handling sheets
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Removing Sheets ............................................................................................................................................28
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Paper that is wrinkled or warped may jam. If necessary, straighten the paper and reload it.
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Important
Note
Load the paper straight. Loading paper askew will cause an error. (See "Paper loaded askew..") ➔ P.131
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If you are using cut sheets of length 860 mm (33.9 in) or more, the loaded cut sheets may touch the floor, causing soiling and scratching of the paper. If this happens, place a clean cloth or paper on the floor so that the cut
sheets do not touch the floor directly.
•
Before loading sheets, make sure the printer is clean inside the Top Cover and around the Ejection Guide. If these
areas are dirty, we recommend cleaning them in advance. (See "Cleaning Inside the Top Cover.") ➔ P.51
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Store unused paper in the original package, away from high temperature, humidity, and direct sunlight.
Select sheets as the paper source.
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If a print job was received
Sheets are automatically selected, and the media type and size specified by the print job are shown on
the Display Screen.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Load Paper, and then press the OK button.
Handling Paper Handling sheets
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If no print job was received
1.
Press the Load button.
2.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Cut Sheet, and then press the OK button.
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If any paper has been advanced that will not be used, a message is shown requesting you to remove it.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button. Remove the paper and go to the next step.
Note
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c
a
b
d
c
c
b
a
Loading Sheets in the Printer
Lift the Release Lever and open the Top Cover.
2
Handling Paper Handling sheets
Do not touch the Linear Scale (a), Carriage
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Important
Shaft (b), or Ink Tube Stabilizer (c). Touching
these parts may damage them.
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With a sheet lengthwise and printing-side up, insert it between the Platen (a) and the Paper Retainer (b).
Align the edges of the sheet as follows.
1.
Align the sheet with the Paper Alignment Line (c) at right.
2.
Align the inserted edge of the sheet with the leading edge of the Paper Alignment Line (d), as shown.
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When inserted, sheets are automatically held by suction against the Platen.
Lower the Release Lever and close the Top Cover.
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Loading Sheets in the Printer
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Load a sheet so that it is parallel to the Paper Alignment Line at right (c). Loading paper askew will
Important
Note
cause an error.
•
Warped paper may rub against the Printhead. Straighten paper if it is warped before loading it.
•
You can adjust the strength of suction holding paper against the Platen when the Release Lever is up. If it
is difficult to load paper, press the ▲ or ▼ button on the Control Panel to adjust the strength. Set suction
stronger by pressing the ▲ button or weaker with the ▼ button. Three settings are available.
However, even if you increase the suction, it may not be sufficient to hold some types of paper against
the Platen well. In this case, use your hand to load the paper.
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Sheets are held in place by suction through holes on the Platen. Although the suction may produce a
noise when paper is loaded in some positions, it does not indicate a problem. If the noise is distracting,
try moving the paper over slightly to the left or right (up to 1 mm [0.039 in]) while keeping it parallel to the
Paper Alignment Line.
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The suction remains on for about 30 seconds during loading. If you cannot finish loading a sheet during
this time, pull the sheet away and reinsert it to start the suction again.
Handling Paper Handling sheets
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If a print job was received
Pressing the OK button will advance the paper, and then printing will begin.
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If no print job was received
A menu for selection of the type of paper is shown on the Display Screen.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the OK button.
The printer now starts feeding the paper.
•
Refer to Paper Reference Guide for details on type of paper to select. (See "Displaying the Paper Refer-
ence Guide.") ➔User's Guide
Note
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Removing Sheets
Removing Sheets
Removing Sheets
Remove sheets from the printer as follows.
On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or
1
Handling Paper Handling sheets
2
3
4
5
6
▶ to select the Paper tab (
•
If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Note
Press the OK button.
The Paper Menu is displayed.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Eject Paper, and then press the OK button.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Cut Sheet, and then press the OK button.
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Yes, and then press the OK button.
The paper is ejected from the front of the printer.
As you hold the sheet, lift the Release Lever and remove the sheet.
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Lower the Release Lever.
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Consumables and Maintenance
Consumables and Maintenance
Replacing Ink Tanks
Replacing Ink Tanks
Compatible ink tanks
For information on the compatible ink tanks for this printer, see "Ink Tanks."
Replacement ink tanks in 330 ml (11.2 fl oz) and 700 ml (23.7 fl oz) capacities are supported.
Precautions when handling ink tanks
Take the following precautions when handling ink tanks.
Replacing Ink Tanks
Ink Tanks
Ink Tanks
➔User's Guide
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Depending on the color, you can also use an ink tank with a different capacity.
Note
•
For safety, keep ink tanks out of the reach of children.
•
Caution
Important
If ink is accidentally ingested, contact a physician immediately.
•
There may be ink around the ink supply section of ink tanks you removed. Handle ink tanks carefully during
replacement. The ink may stain clothing.
•
Do not install used ink tanks in another model of printer.
This will prevent correct ink level detection, which may damage the printer or cause other problems.
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We recommend using up an Ink Tank in the course of printing within six months after breaking the seal. Printing
quality may be affected if you use older ink tanks.
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Do not leave the printer without ink tanks installed for extended periods (a month or more). Residual ink may
become clogged inside the printer and affect printing quality.
Consumables and Maintenance Ink Tanks
How to replace an Ink Tank
1.
Confirm the message ➔P.29
2.
Access the menu for Access the menu for Ink Tank replacement ➔P.30 (Otherwise, open the Ink Tank Cover.)
3.
Remove the Ink Tank.
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Remove the Ink Tank (330 ml) ➔P.31
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Remove the Ink Tank (700 ml) ➔P.32
4.
Load the new Ink Tank.
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Load the Ink Tank (330 ml) ➔P.33
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Load the Ink Tank (700 ml) ➔P.36
Confirm the message
When the ink level becomes low, a message is displayed on the Display Screen.
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Printing
OK: Ink Menu
Printing
OK: Ink Menu
Not much ink is
left. Prepare to
replace the ink.
C M Y
M
B
K
B
K
OK
Replace ink tank.
No ink left.
C M Y
M
B
K
B
K
Ready
OK: Ink Menu
C M Y
M
B
K
B
K
Replacing Ink Tanks
According to the message, replace the ink tank or prepare a new ink tank. (See "When to Replace Ink
Tanks.")
Consumables and Maintenance Ink Tanks
➔User's Guide
If a message requests you to replace an Ink Tank, press the OK button. In this case, you can skip the step Access
the menu for ink tank replacement. Follow the instructions in Remove the ink tanks.
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Do not remove an Ink Tank during initialization immediately after turning on the printer, or during printhead clean-
Important
ing. Ink may leak out.
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Ink Tank replacement is possible even during printing, when print jobs are being canceled, or when paper is being
advanced.
Note
Access the menu for Ink Tank replacement
On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press ◀ or
1
▶ to select the Ink tab ( ).
•
If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.
Note
2
Press the OK button.
The Ink Menu is displayed.
3
Press ▲ or ▼ to select Rep. Ink Tank, and then press the OK button.
Instructions are displayed on the Display Screen.
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