Replacing the Cartridge 53NOTEThe life span of the EP-85 cartridge is indicated below. The number of pages is based onprinting a standard document (with a printing ratio of approximately 5% and print densityadjusted to factory default). Toner consumption of color toners varies depending on theprinted images, therefore, the life span of color toners will vary. Furthermore, printingblack-and-white images can also affect the life span of magenta, yellow, and cyan cartridges.- EP-85 cartridge (Black): Approx. 9,000 pages of A4- EP-85 cartridge (Magenta, Yellow, and Cyan): Approx. 8,000 pages of A4.Replacing the CartridgeIf the following messages appear on the display, replace the cartridge of theindicated color to a new cartridge.• <1G K > ... Replace the Black cartridge.• <1G M > ... Replace the Magenta cartridge.• <1G Y > ... Replace the Yellow cartridge.• <1G C > ... Replace the Cyan cartridge.WARNINGDo not throw used cartridges into open flames, as this may cause tonerremaining inside the cartridges to ignite and result in burns or a fire.CAUTION• Take care not to allow the toner to come into contact with your hands orclothing, as this will dirty your hands or clothing. If they become dirty, washthem immediately with cold water. Washing with warm water will set the tonerand make it impossible to remove the toner stains.• The fixing unit and its surroundings inside the machine may become hot duringuse. When removing jammed paper or when inspecting the inside of themachine, do not touch the fixing unit and its surroundings, as doing so mayresult in burns or electrical shock.IMPORTANTBe sure to use cartridges that are designed exclusively for this machine.