71Recycling Used CartridgesCanon has instituted a worldwide recyclingprogram for cartridges called “The CleanEarth Campaign”. This program preservesprecious natural resources by utilizinga variety of materials found in the usedcartridges that are of no further use, toremanufacture new cartridges which, atthe same time, keeps the environmentcleaner by reducing landfill waste.Complete details concerning this programare enclosed in each Cartridge box.The Clean Earth CampaignTHE Canon CARTRIDGE RECYCLINGPROGRAMThe Canon Cartridge Recycling Program fulfills the first initiativeof Canon’s Clean Earth Campaign, which supports four criticalenvironmental areas:• Recycling in the Workplace• Conserving Environmental Resources• Scientific Research and Education• Encouraging Outdoors AppreciationThe remaining “Clean Earth” initiatives are supported in theU.S. through sponsorships of the National Park Foundation, theNational Wildlife Federation, and The Nature Conservancy and inCanada through donations to the World Wildlife Fund Canada andThe Nature Conservancy of Canada.Since its inception, The Canon Cartridge Recycling Program hascollected huge amount of cartridges that otherwise would havebeen discarded into landfills or similar facilities.Instead, this rapidly growing program returns used cartridges tothe manufacturing process, thus conserving an array of resources.Becoming a part of this worthwhile program is easy. When yourcartridge is of no further use, simply follow the instructionsdetailed for U.S. or Canadian residents.We appreciate your support of The Canon Cartridge RecyclingProgram.Working together we can make a significant contribution to acleaner planet.• Cartridges collected through this program are not refilled.• You are not entitled to a tax deduction or rebate for the returnof empty cartridges.• This program may be modified or discontinued without notice.U.S.A. PROGRAMPackagingOption A-1: Single Box Return• Repackage the empty cartridge utilizing the wrapper and pulpmould end-blocks from the new cartridge’s box.• Place the empty cartridge in the box of your new cartridge.Seal the box.Option B: Volume Box ReturnWe encourage you to use this option as a more efficient way toship cartridges.• Place as many cartridges as possible into one box.Carefully seal the box with tape;or• Call 1-800-OK-Canon to receive your free eight cartridgecollection box.Option A-2: Multiple Box ReturnWe encourage you to use this option as a more efficient way toship cartridges.• Complete Option A-1.• Bundle multiple cartridge boxes together securely with tape.Please be sure that the shipment does not exceed UPSspecifications.Maximum weight = 70 lb. (31.8 kg)Maximum length = 108” (2,743 mm)Maximum girth (length + 2 x width + 2 x height) = 130” (3,302 mm).If your shipment exceeds the above limits, please call 1-800-OK-Canon for special shipping information.Please Note:Do not send defective cartridges for replacement.Defective cartridges under warranty should be exchangedby an authorized dealer or service facility as provided in thewarranty.ShippingApply the UPS authorized returning label provided in this guide.Residents of Alaska and Hawaii: Do not use the UPS authorizedreturning label. For Alaska and Hawaii Canon set up alternativemail service with the U.S. Postal Service.