FAQs
How do you reset the toner counter on a Canon printer? ›
- Press [Reset]. The RESET menu is displayed.
- Select CHANGE TONER using [ ] and [ ], then press [OK]. The color of the toner cartridge is displayed.
- Select the toner cartridge of which you want to reset the counter using [ ] and [ ], then press [OK]. ...
- Press [OK].
- Reset Memory: Hold the Stop button for 10 seconds to reset memory.
- Uninstall, Power Cycle, and Reinstall: Reset the printer's memory by unplugging it.
- Install Used Cartridge: Temporarily install a previous cartridge.
Ink cartridges are expensive so companies can make a profit. Most printers are sold at a loss. A manufacturer makes money NOT by selling consumers an inkjet or laser printer, but by selling the supplies needed to print. The manufacturer controls the technology and the prices.
How do I reset my printer after changing toner? ›- Switch-off the printer.
- Open the front cover.
- Press and Hold the Go button until all the LEDs on the printer's control panel light-on.
- Release the Go button.
- Press Go twice.
- Press Go six times.
- Close the front cover and printer is ready for printing.
Navigate to your printer's menu or settings. Printers may vary as to how users may access their unit's menu. Look for options related to ink cartridges, often found under “Cartridge” or “Supplies” in the printer menu. Disable the “Cartridge Protection” feature.
How do I get my Canon printer to accept compatible cartridges? ›- Clean Contact Ports. ...
- Internal Memory Reset. ...
- Remove the Protective Strips. ...
- Ensure Proper Ink Cartridge Insertion. ...
- Check for Printer Updates. ...
- Ensure Purchase of Correct Consumable. ...
- Avoid Using Refilled Ink Cartridges.
Remove the unrecognised cartridge and put in an older one. Leave your printer alone for around ten minutes. Take the old cartridge out and put the previous one in again. Restart the machine and it should now work.
Do cheap toner cartridges work? ›A compatible toner may be inconsistent and have a shorter lifespan. This means that while you pay less initially, you may end up buying more cartridges because they don't last as long. Additionally, the following problems might be caused by poor-quality toner: Inconsistent print density.
Should I buy genuine Canon ink cartridges? ›Inferior quality inks can damage your printer! Third party inks can cause photo colours to fade faster, or papers to curl due to incompatibility. It is important to use inks designed and engineered specially for FINE™ print head. Genuine Canon inks are designed to produce brilliant and lasting prints.
Is it OK to use generic toner cartridges? ›Printer manufacturers recommend that you use their OEM toner cartridges as they claim that a laser printer can be damaged by using unbranded toner cartridges. Let's unpack that claim a little.
How can I override my ink cartridge not recognized? ›
Remove all of the new cartridges you had installed and re-install the old (empty) cartridges that worked. Restart the printer, this should remove the not recognised error (and tell you some are empty).
Why have I refilled my ink cartridge but still shows empty? ›This error occurs due to the chip on your cartridge still reporting a low or empty ink level from its previous use. The chip itself cannot always be reset, so when the cartridge is refilled and then installed into a new machine it will still register as empty.
Why does my printer say low ink when I just refilled it with Canon? ›This error occurs due to the chip on your cartridge still reporting a low or empty ink level from its previous use. The chip itself cannot always be reset, so when the cartridge is refilled and then installed into a new machine it will still register as empty.
How do I reset my Canon scanner counter? ›The scanner's properties appear. Click the [Maintenance] tab. Click [Reset] for [Current Rollers] and [Current Pad]. The counter for [Current Rollers] and [Current Pad] resets.