Replacing the Consumables11-5Replacing the Print CartridgesThe printer has print cartridges of four colors: black (K), yellow (Y), magenta (M), and cyan (C).When a print cartridge reaches its usable life-span, the following messages appear on the printer console.Important:• Make sure that the power is on when replacing the print cartridges. Switching the power off erases theprint data in the printer and information accumulated in the memory.• When placing a used print cartridge on the floor or on a table, place a few sheets of paper under thecartridge to catch any toner that may spill.• Do not reuse old print cartridges once you remove them from the printer. Doing so can impair printquality.• Do not shake or pound the used print cartridges. The remaining toner may spill.• We recommend you to use up the print cartridges within one year after removing them from thepackaging.Replacement ProcedureUse the following procedure to replace the print cartridges unit.1. Open the side cover.2. Push the orange latch to the right to unlock the print cartridge that you want to replace.Message ActionInsert XXXXPrint Cartridge The XXX print cartridge is not installed correctly or is not workingcorrectly due to damage or malfunction. Reinstall the printcartridge.See Checking or Managing the Printer with CentreWare ISon page 11-20.Replace XXXXPrint Cartridge The print cartridge has become empty. Replace the old printcartridge with a new one.