Canon Pixma MP495 Series On-screen Manual

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Advanced Guide TroubleshootingContents > Routine Maintenance > Replacing a FINE Cartridge > Checking the Ink StatusC092Checking the Ink StatusYou can check the ink status with the Ink lamps on the Operation Panel or with the computer screen.NoteThe ink level detector is mounted on the machine to detect the remaining ink level. The machineconsiders as ink is full when a new FINE Cartridge is installed, and then starts to detect a remainingink level. If you install a used FINE Cartridge, the indicated ink level of it may not be correct. In suchcase, refer to the ink level information only as a guide.When remaining ink cautions or errors occur, the error code will appear on the LED to inform you ofthe error.Refer to "An Error Code Is Displayed on the LED" in " Troubleshooting" of the on-screen manual:Advanced Guide , and take an appropriate action.With the Ink Lamps on the Operation PanelMake sure that the LED is in the copy standby mode. You can confirm the ink status with the Inklamps.(1) Alarm lamp(2) Color Ink lamp(3) Black Ink lampColor Ink lamp or Black Ink lamp lightsThe ink is running low. Prepare a new ink cartridge.Color Ink lamp or Black Ink lamp flashes, while Alarm lamp lightsAn error has occurred.For details, refer to " Troubleshooting " in the on-screen manual: Advanced Guide .* For some types of errors, the Alarm lamp may not light.With the Computer ScreenYou can confirm the ink status with the printer status monitor.A symbol appears in the area (A) if there is any information about the remaining ink level.Example:The ink is running low. Prepare a new ink cartridge.NoteAn error message may appear while printing. Confirm the message and take an appropriatePage 66 of 759 pagesChecking the Ink Status