Canon iPF760 User Manual

Large Format Printer

Basic Guide

Manuals for this printer

Setup Guide

Basic Guide

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.

Preface
Safety Precautions ......................................................	2
Manuals for this printer ...................................................	6
Handling Paper
Handling rolls ..................................................................	9
Handling sheets ............................................................	18
Maintenance and Consumables
Ink Tanks ......................................................................	22
Printheads ....................................................................	27
Maintenance Cartridge .................................................	34
Cleaning the Printer ......................................................	39
Printer Parts
Operations and Display Screen ....................................	43
Printer parts ..................................................................	54
Printer Relocation
Preparing to Transfer the Printer ..................................	59
Software Installation
Installing the Printer Driver (Windows) .........................	66
Installing the Printer Driver (Mac OS X) .......................	68
Convenient Printer Driver Features ..............................	70
Adjustments for Better Print Quality
Adjusting the Printhead ................................................	76
Adjusting the feed amount ............................................	78
Troubleshooting
Problems Regarding Paper ..........................................	81
Printing does not start ...................................................	91
The printer stops during a print job ...............................	92
Problems with the printing quality .................................	93
Cannot print over a network .........................................	99
Installation problems ...................................................	101
HP-GL/2 problems ......................................................	103
Other problems ...........................................................	105
Error Message
Messages regarding paper .........................................	109
Messages regarding ink ..............................................	118
Messages regarding printing or adjustment ................	120
Messages regarding printheads .................................	121
Messages regarding the maintenance cartridge .........	123
Messages regarding HP-GL/2 ....................................	124
Other Messages .........................................................	125
Error Messages ..........................................................	127
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Precautions Safety Preface

Safety Precautions	iPF760
Preface
Safety Precautions
Safety Precautions ..........................................................................................................................................	2
Legal Notices .................................................................................................................................................	4

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

• Do not set up the printer in any location exposed to alcohol, thinner, or other volatile liquids. If these substances come

into contact with electrical components inside the printer, there is a risk of fire or electrical shock.

Warning

• Never install the printer on an unstable or vibrating surface. If it falls over, this could cause personal injury.

Caution • 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).

•Never place the printer on a heavy wool or shag carpet. The fibers may enter the printer and cause a fire.

•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.

•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.

Power Supply

• Never handle the power cable with wet hands. Doing so may cause electrical shock.

Warning • 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.

•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.

•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.

•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.

•Periodically disconnect the power cable and use a dry cloth to wipe away dust that has collected on the plug and 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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iPF760 Safety Precautions

• 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.

Caution

•Never use an extension cord. This could cause a fire or electrical shock.

•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

	•	If the printer emits smoke or strange odors, continuing to use the printer may cause a fire or electrical shock. Switch the
	Warning	printer off immediately and remove the power plug from the power outlet. Contact the nearest service center.
Cleaning the Printer
	•	For cleaning, use a cloth dampened in water. Never use flammable solvents such as alcohol, benzene, or thinner. If
	Warning	these substances come into contact with electrical components inside the printer, there is a risk of fire or electrical
		shock.
	•	Always disconnect the power cable from the outlet before cleaning the printer. If the printer is switched on accidentally,
	Caution	moving parts inside the printer may cause personal injuries.
Pacemakers
	•	This printer generates a low-level magnetic field. Anyone wearing a pacemaker who experiences discomfort while work-
	Warning	ing around the printer should leave the area. Consult a physician before continuing to work around the printer.
Moving the Printer
	•	Moving the printer requires at least three people, holding it on both sides and from behind. Be careful to avoid back
	Caution	strain and other injuries.

•When moving the printer, firmly grasp the Carrying Handles under each side and in back. The printer may be unsteady if you hold it at other positions, which poses a risk of injury from dropping the printer.

Printhead, Ink Tanks, and Maintenance Cartridge

• Always store consumables in a safe location out of the reach of small children. If a child licks or ingests ink accidentally,

seek medical assistance immediately.

Caution

•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.

•Avoid dropping or shaking printheads, ink tanks, and maintenance cartridges. Spilled ink can stain clothing and the work area.

•Never touch the electrical contacts of the Printhead after printing. The contacts become extremely hot and can cause minor burns.

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Legal Notices	iPF760

Other

• Never disassemble the printer or attempt repairs. There are high voltage parts inside the printer that can cause a fire or

electrical shock.

Warning

•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.

•After removing the Cutter Unit, never touch the cutting edge (a). This could cause personal injury.

Precautions Safety Preface

Caution

Important

•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.

•Never insert your hand into the printer while it is printing. Moving parts inside the printer can cause injuries.

•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 call for service. If you continue to use the printer, this could cause a fire or electrical shock.

•Connect the interface cable correctly. To avoid damage, before connection make sure that the shape of the cable connector matches the connection point on the printer.

•During printing, turn on the ventilation system in the room.

•We recommend ensuring ample space for installation.

Legal Notices

FCC Regulations (U.S.A)

Canon Large Format Printer	iPF760

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:

4• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.

•Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.

•Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.

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iPF760	Legal Notices

• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

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 Plaza, Lake Success, NY 11042, U.S.A. Tel No. 516-328-5600

For CA, USA Only

Included battery contains Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply.

See http://www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate/ for detail.

Trademarks

•Canon, the Canon logo, and imagePROGRAF are trademarks or registered trademarks of CANON INC.

•Microsoft and Windows are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation, registered in the U.S. and other countries.

•Macintosh is trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries.

•Other company and product names in this manual are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective owners.

Copyright

• Unauthorized reproduction of this user manual in whole or part is prohibited.

Legal Notice

Precautions Safety Preface

•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.

•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.

•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.

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printer this for Manuals Preface

Manuals for this printer			iPF760
Manuals for this printer
Manuals for this printer ...................................................................................................................................			6
Viewing the User Manual ................................................................................................................................			6
About This User Manual .................................................................................................................................			7
Manuals for this printer
This printer has the following manuals.
Name		Contents	Medium
Setup Guide	Instructions for unpacking and setting up the printer, and for in-		Printed Manuals
	stalling the software and electronic manuals.
Basic Guide	Descriptions of basic printer operations.
User's Guide	Detailed instructions for using the printer.		Electronic manuals
Paper Reference Guide	This guide describes about the types and specifications of the
	available media on the printer.
Setup Guide	Basic Guide	User's Guide	Paper Reference Guide

Viewing the User Manual

Install the User Manual on your computer before viewing the manual.

1 Install the Software and the Electronic Manuals.

Note that the driver installation procedure varies depending on the type of connection.

(See "Installing the Software (Windows).") →P.66

(See "Installing the Software (Mac OS X).") →P.68

2 Display imagePROGRAF Support Information.

•Windows

Double-click the iPFxxxx Support desktop icon. (iPFxxxx indicates the printer model.)

•Mac OS X

Click the iPF Support icon in the Dock.

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iPF760	About This User Manual

3When the imagePROGRAF Support Information is displayed, click the User Manual icon or the Paper Reference Guide icon.

Preface

• Click Visit the imagePROGRAF webpage in Stay Informed to access the imagePROGRAF web site.

Note

About This User Manual

•Symbols

The following symbols are used in this user manual to indicate safety information and explanations on restrictions 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.

•Button names and user interface elements

Key and button names on the control panel and user interface elements in software (such as menus and buttons) 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	Example: Click OK.
(menus and buttons)
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 "Turning the Printer On and Off."
		→User's Guide
	Click the link to jump to the corresponding page.
Cross-reference in related manuals	Example: See the Paper Reference Guide.
Other cross-reference	Example: See the printer driver help.

• Figures and software screens

• Figures in this user manual may be different from the actual appearance of the printer in some cases.

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About This User Manual	iPF760

•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

•The information in this user manual is subject to change without notice.

•We strive to ensure accuracy of information in this user manual, but if you notice errors or omissions, please contact us.

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iPF760	Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls
Handling Paper
Handling rolls
Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls ...................................................................................................................	9
Loading Rolls in the Printer ...........................................................................................................................	12
Removing the Roll from the Printer ...............................................................................................................	15

Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls

When printing on rolls, attach the Roll Holder to the roll.

Rolls have a twoor 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 Rolls with a 2-Inch Paper Core		Using Rolls with a 3-Inch Paper Core
Holder Stopper (Left Side)	Roll Holder (Right Side)	Holder Stopper (Left Side)	Roll Holder (Right Side)
2-Inch Paper Core Attachment	No Attachment Needed	3-Inch Paper Core Attachment L	3-Inch Paper Core Attachment R

• 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 cause

injury.

Caution

• 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.

Important

•Use scissors or a cutting tool to 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.

•Align the edges of the paper on both ends of the roll. Misalignment may cause feeding problems.

• For details on supported sizes and types of rolls, see Paper Sizes or the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Paper Sizes.")

Note	→User's Guide (See "Types of Paper.") →User's Guide

•To view instructions as you attach the Roll Holder, press the Navigate button. (See "Viewing Instructions With the Navigate Button.") →User's Guide

rolls Handling Paper Handling

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Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls	iPF760

1Lift the Holder Stopper lever (a) from the shaft side to unlock it. Holding the Holder Stopper at the position indicated (b), remove it from the Roll Holder.

Paper Handling

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2 Insert the respective attachments for the roll paper core on the Roll Holder and Holder Stopper.

• Using rolls with a 2-inch paper core

	Holder Stopper (Left Side)	Roll Holder (Right
		Side)
	Align the tips (a) of the 2-Inch Paper Core Attachment with the holes (b) of the Holder Stopper and insert it	No attachment is
	firmly.	needed.

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iPF760 Attaching the Roll Holder to Rolls

• Using rolls with a 3-inch paper core

Holder Stopper (Left Side)	Roll Holder (Right Side)
Align the tips (a) of the 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment L with the	Align the tips (a) of 3-Inch Paper Core Attachment R with the
holes (b) of the Holder Stopper and insert it firmly.	holes (b) of the Roll Holder and insert it firmly.

3With the edge of the roll paper facing forward as 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, leaving no gap.

rolls Handling Paper Handling

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Loading Rolls in the Printer	iPF760

4Insert the Holder Stopper from the left in the Roll 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.

rolls Handling Paper Handling

Loading Rolls in the Printer

Follow these steps to load rolls in the printer.

• Before loading rolls, 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.39

Note

1 Press the Load button.

2 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Load Roll Paper, and then press the OK button.

• 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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iPF760	Loading Rolls in the Printer

3Positioning your hands as shown, open the Roll Cover.

rolls Handling Paper Handling

4Holding the Roll Holder flange (a), rest the Roll Holder shaft on the Roll Ledge (b).

At this time, position the holder so that the R label

(c) on the [W label (c) on the Roll Holder flange is aligned with the R label (d) on the printer .

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Loading Rolls in the Printer	iPF760

5Holding the Roll Holder flange (a), guide the holder along the Roll Loading Slots (b) on both ends, keeping the holder level as you load it in the Roll Holder Slot.

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• Do not force the Roll Holder into the printer with the right and left ends reversed. This may damage the printer

and Roll Holder.

Caution

•Do not release the flanges until the holder is loaded in the Roll Holder Slot.

•Be careful not to pinch your fingers between the Roll Loading Slots (b) and the Roll Holder shaft (c) when loading rolls.

6Advance the roll to insert the leading edge in the Paper Feed Slot (a) until you hear a tone.

•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.

Important

•If the paper is wrinkled or warped, straighten it out before loading it.

•Load paper straight so it is not fed askew.

7Once 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.") →User's Guide

	ManageRemain-	Barcodes	Printer Operation After the Paper is Fed
	Roll
	Off	Printed	A menu for selection of the type of paper is automatically shown on the Display Screen.
			Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type of paper, and then press the OK button.
		Not printed
	On	Printed	The type and amount of paper left is automatically detected based on the barcode printed on the roll.

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	ManageRemain-	Barcodes	Printer Operation After the Paper is Fed
	Roll
	On	Printed	There is no need to specify the type and length of the paper.
		Not printed	A menu for selection of the paper type and length is automatically shown on the Display Screen.
			Press ▲ or ▼ to select the type and length of paper loaded, and then press the OK button.

• For details on types of paper to select, see the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Types of Paper.")

→User's Guide

Note

8Holding it at the positions indicated, close the Roll Cover.

rolls Handling Paper Handling

• Cut the edge of the roll after the paper is advanced if it is soiled or if there are cuts from scissors or the blade

after removing creased edges. (See "Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls.") →User's Guide

Note

Removing the Roll from the Printer

Remove rolls from the printer as follows.

• If you need to cut the roll, see "Specifying the Cutting Method for Rolls." →User's Guide

Note

1 On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press or

to select the Paper tab ( ).

• If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.

Note

2Press the OK button.

The Paper Menu is displayed.

3 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Eject Paper, and then press the OK button.

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4 Press ▲ or ▼ to select "Yes", and then press the OK button.

The roll is now rewound and ejected.

•If you have selected ManageRemainRoll > On in the Control Panel menu, a barcode is printed on the lead-

Caution ing 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

5Positioning your hands as shown, open the Roll Cover.

6Using both hands, rotate the Roll Holder toward the back to rewind the roll.

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iPF760	Removing the Roll from the Printer

7Holding the Roll Holder flange (a), remove the holder from the Roll Holder Slot.

Paper Handling

• For instructions on removing the Roll Holder from rolls, see "Removing the Roll Holder from Rolls."

→User's Guide

Note

8Holding it at the positions indicated, close the Roll Cover.

• To load new paper in the printer at this point, see "Loading Rolls in the Printer." →P.12 Note

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Loading Sheets in the Printer	iPF760

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Handling sheets
Loading Sheets in the Printer .......................................................................................................................	18
Removing Sheets ..........................................................................................................................................	20

Loading Sheets in the Printer

Follow these steps to load sheets in the printer.

• One sheet of paper can be loaded in the Paper Feed Slot at a time. Do not load more than one sheet at a time. This

may cause paper jams.

Important

•Before feeding paper or printing, make sure the sheet is flat against the Roll Cover. The sheet may jam if it curls before feeding or printing and the trailing edge drops toward the front.

• Store unused paper in the original package, away from high temperature, humidity, and direct sunlight.

Note • Paper that is wrinkled or warped may jam. If necessary, straighten the paper and reload it.

• Load the paper straight. Loading paper askew will cause an error.

1 Select sheets as the paper source.

•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. Go to the next step.

•If no print job was received

1.Press the Load button.

2. Press ▲ or ▼ to select Load Cut Sheet, and then press the OK button.

• 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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iPF760	Loading Sheets in the Printer

2Slide the Width Guide (a) to align it with the mark for the size of paper you will load.

sheets Handling Paper Handling

3Load a single sheet printing-side up in the Paper Feed Slot, with the right edge aligned with the Paper Alignment Guide (a) to the right of the Roll Cover.

Insert the paper until the leading edge makes contact and you hear a tone.

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Removing Sheets	iPF760

4Move the Width Guide (a) carefully to match the size of paper loaded.

Set the Width Guide against the edge of the paper to prevent the paper from becoming crooked or wrinkled.

sheets Handling Paper Handling

5 Press the OK button.

• If a print job was received

The printer now starts printing the print job.

• If no print job was received

A menu for selection of the type of paper is automatically 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.

• For details on types of paper to select, see the Paper Reference Guide. (See "Types of Paper.")

→User's Guide

Note

Removing Sheets

Remove sheets from the printer as follows.

1 On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press or

to select the Paper tab ( ).

• If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.

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2 Press the OK button.

The Paper Menu is displayed.

3 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Eject Paper, and then press the OK button.

4 Press ▲ or ▼ to select "Yes", and then press the OK button. The paper is ejected from the front of the printer.

5Holding the paper, push the Release Lever back and remove the sheet.

6 Pull the Release Lever forward.

Removing Sheets

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Tanks Ink Consumables and Maintenance

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Ink Tanks	iPF760
Maintenance and Consumables
Ink Tanks
Ink Tanks ......................................................................................................................................................	22
Replacing Ink Tanks .....................................................................................................................................	22

Ink Tanks

When purchasing ink tanks, make sure a J is printed on the label, along with the following [W is printed on the label, along with the following Ink Tank serial numbers.

•130 ml (4.4 fl oz) per color

•BK Ink Tank PFI-102BK

•MBK Ink Tank PFI-102MBK

•C Ink Tank PFI-102C

•M Ink Tank PFI-104M

•Y Ink Tank PFI-102Y

• For instructions on Ink Tank replacement, see "Replacing Ink Tanks." →P.22

Note

Replacing Ink Tanks

Compatible ink tanks

Ink tanks that can be used in the printer are labeled with a white letter J in a black circle on the side. Request ink tanks with the same label when you purchase new ones.

For details, see "Ink Tanks." →P.22

Precautions when handling ink tanks

Take the following precautions when handling ink tanks.

• For safety, keep ink tanks out of the reach of children.

Caution • 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.

Important

•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.

•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.

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iPF760	Replacing Ink Tanks

Make sure the printer is ready for Ink Tank replacement

You can replace ink tanks if the Display Screen advises you to check the amount of ink left or replace ink tanks.

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.

Consumables and Maintenance

• Do not remove an Ink Tank during initialization immediately after turning on the printer, or during printhead cleaning.

Important

• Ink Tank replacement is possible even during printing, when print jobs are being canceled, or when paper is being ad-

Note	vanced.

Access the menu for Ink Tank replacement

1 On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press or

to select the Ink tab ( ).

• If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.

Note

2Press the OK button.

The Ink Menu is displayed.

3Press ▲ or ▼ to select Rep. Ink Tank, and then press the OK button.

A message on the Display Screen requests you to open the Ink Tank Cover. Remove the Ink Tank at this point.

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Replacing Ink Tanks	iPF760

Remove the Ink Tank

1Open the Ink Tank Cover and check the ink lamps. Ink lamps flash when there is little ink left.

Consumables and Maintenance

Tanks Ink

2Press the tip of the Ink Tank Lock Lever of the color for replacement horizontally and pull the Ink Tank Lock Lever up to open it.

3Hold the Ink Tank by the grips and remove it. Press the OK button.

•If there is still ink in the Ink Tank you removed, store it with the ink holes (a) facing up. Otherwise, ink may leak and cause stains. Put

Caution the Ink Tank in a plastic bag and seal it.

• Dispose of used ink tanks according to local regulations.

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iPF760	Replacing Ink Tanks

Install the ink tanks

1Before opening the pouch, gently agitate the Ink Tank once or twice. Agitate the ink in the Ink Tank by slowly rotating the Ink Tank upside-down and right side up repeatedly.

• Do not remove and agitate ink tanks that have already been installed in the printer. Ink may leak out.

Caution

• If you do not agitate the Ink Tank, the ink may settle, which may affect printing quality.

Important

2 Open the pouch and remove the Ink Tank.

• Never touch the ink holes or electrical contacts. This may cause stains, damage the Ink Tank, and affect print-

ing quality.

Caution

Tanks Ink Consumables and Maintenance

3Press the OK button and insert the Ink Tank into the holder facing as shown, with the ink holes down.

	• Ink tanks cannot be loaded in the holder if the color or orientation is incorrect.
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	If the Ink Tank does not fit in the holder, do not force it into the holder. Make sure the color of the Ink Tank
Important
	Lock Lever matches the color of the Ink Tank and check the orientation of the Ink Tank before reloading it.

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4Push the Ink Tank Lock Lever closed until it clicks into place.

Tanks Ink Consumables and Maintenance

5 Make sure the Ink Lamp is lit in red.

• If the Ink Lamp is not lit, reload the tank.

Note

6 Close the Ink Tank Cover.

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Printheads
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Printhead

A replacement Printhead.

• Printhead PF-04

Consumables and Maintenance

• For instructions on replacing the Printhead, see "Replacing the Printhead." →P.27

Note

Replacing the Printhead

When to replace the Printhead

Replace the Printhead in the following situations.

•If the printing quality does not improve even after one or two cycles of Head Cleaning B from the printer menu

•If the Display Screen indicates "Open top cover and replace the printhead."

•If your Canon dealer has advised you to replace the Printhead

Printheads

Compatible printheads

For information on compatible printheads, see "Printhead." →P.27

Precautions when handling the Printhead

Take the following precautions when handling the Printhead.

•For safety, keep the Printhead out of the reach of children. Caution • If ink is accidentally ingested, contact a physician immediately.

•Do not touch the Printhead immediately after printing. The Printhead becomes extremely hot, and there is a risk of burns.

•There may be ink around the nozzles of the Printhead you remove. Handle the Printhead carefully during replacement.

The ink may stain clothing.

Important

•Do not open the Printhead pouch until immediately before installation. After removing the Printhead from the pouch, install it right away. If the Printhead is left after the pouch is opened, the nozzles may dry out, which may affect printing quality.

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Replacing the Printhead	iPF760

Access the menu for Printhead replacement

• When replacing the Printhead immediately after printing, wait a few minutes before replacing it. The metal parts of the

Printhead become hot during printing, and there is a risk of burns from touching these parts.

Caution

• Prepare a new Ink Tank when ink levels are low.

Note • Your hands may become dirty during Printhead replacement. Use the gloves provided with the new Printhead for replacement.

1	If the roll is not ejected because of the cutting method selected, cut it manually and remove it. (See "Cut-
	ting Roll Paper After Printing.")	→User's Guide
2	Clean inside the Top Cover. (See "Cleaning Inside the Top Cover.")
					→P.39
	On the Tab Selection screen of the Control Panel, press or
3
	to select the Settings/Adj. tab (		).

• If the Tab Selection screen is not displayed, press the Menu button.

Note

4Press the OK button.

The Set./Adj. Menu is displayed.

5 Press ▲ or ▼ to select Maintenance, and then press the OK button.

6Press ▲ or ▼ to select Replace P.head, and then press the OK button. Ink is now drawn into the Maintenance Cartridge.

After about two minutes, a message is shown on the Display Screen instructing you to open the Top Cover.

Replace the Printhead

1 Open the Top Cover.

Instructions are now shown on the Display Screen regarding Printhead replacement.

		•	During Printhead replacement, do not move the Carriage from the position indicated. If you accidentally move
		Important	the Carriage, you will hear a warning tone, and Printhead replacement is no longer possible.
			If you move the Carriage by mistake, close the Top Cover. The Carriage will be moved to the position as
			indicated.
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2If the Printhead Fixer Cover or Printhead Fixer Lever is dirty, use a damp cloth that you have wrung out completely to wipe it clean.

Printheads Consumables and Maintenance

•Do not touch the Linear Scale (a) or Carriage Shaft (b). Touching these parts may damage

Important them.

• Never touch the metal contacts of the Carriage. This may damage the printer.

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3Pull the Printhead Fixer Lever forward all the way to open it completely.

Printheads Consumables and Maintenance

4Pull up the Printhead Fixer Cover to open it completely.

5 Remove the Printhead and press the OK button.

• Dispose of the used Printhead in accordance with local regulations.

Note

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