Cleaning The Print Head - Canon TS5100 series Online Manual
Hide thumbs
Also See for TS5100 series:
- Getting started (100 pages) ,
- Online manual (348 pages) ,
- Getting started (28 pages)
Table of Contents
Advertisement
Cleaning the Print Head
Clean the print head if lines are missing or if horizontal white streaks are present in the printed nozzle check
pattern. Cleaning unclogs the nozzles and restores the print head condition. Cleaning the print head
consumes ink, so clean the print head only when necessary.
You need to prepare: a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper
1. Make sure that the power is turned on.
2. Load a sheet of A4 or Letter-sized plain paper in the cassette.
After pushing the cassette back, the paper information registration screen is displayed on the LCD.
Select A4 or Letter for Page size, then select Register.
If a message is displayed on the screen, follow the directions in the message to complete registration.
Note
• Be sure to load paper in the cassette. Even if you load paper on the rear tray, the nozzle check
pattern is not be printed.
3. Open the operation panel, then pull out the paper output tray.
4. Select
Setup on the HOME screen.
LCD and Operation Panel
The setup menu screen will appear.
5. Select
Maintenance.
The Maintenance screen will appear.
6. Select Cleaning.
93
Advertisement
Table of Contents
Need help?
Do you have a question about the TS5100 series and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers
how do I close the top of the canon ts5100. it is stuck open
If the top of the Canon TS5100 series printer is stuck open, follow these steps:
1. Ensure the printer is turned off and unplugged.
2. Check if any packing materials or jammed paper are obstructing the scanning unit/cover.
3. If the FINE cartridge holder is in the way, carefully move it to the far right or left.
4. Gently press down on the scanning unit/cover until it clicks into place.
5. If resistance is felt, inspect for obstructions and remove them before trying again.
If the issue persists, avoid forcing the cover and check for any visible mechanical issues.
This answer is automatically generated