11-2 Maintenance Chapter 11Replacing an ink tankThis section describes how to replace an ink tank. Before replacing an ink tank, be sure to readthe section When to replace an ink tank ( p. 11-1).CAUTION• Do not replace ink tanks while the machine is printing or performing another operation.Follow this procedure to replace an ink tank:1 Make sure the power is turned on.2 Press [Open] q and lift up the scanning unit w.• The printhead holder automatically moves to thecenter of the machine.CAUTION• Do not try to manually move or stop theprinthead holder.• Do not touch any metal parts.3 Press on the tab to release the empty inktank q, then remove it from its slot w.CAUTION• Do not remove the printhead from the machine.• If several ink tanks need replacing, removeand replace each one individually.IMPORTANT• Discard the empty ink tank immediatelyaccording to local laws and regulations fordisposal of consumables.• Handle ink tanks carefully to avoid stainingclothing or the surrounding area.4 On the new ink tank, pull the orange tape inthe direction of the arrow and remove theplastic wrapper so you can see the air hole A.Turn the ink tank over so that the protectivecap B is facing up. Then hold the ink tank asshown and remove the protective cap B.• To avoid spilling ink, never press on the long sidesof the ink tank C.• Once you remove the cap B, do not touch the inkport D.5 Insert the ink tank into the empty slot onthe printhead. Press down gently on the inktank until an audible click is heard.• Make sure the ink tank is the correct color for theslot.6 Close the scanning unit until it locks into place.qwwqPUSUYellowMade in JapanInk TankBCI-3eYPULLPULLBCI-3eYInk TankD CBA