Maintenance and Recommendations

Using Remanufactured Printer Inkjet Cartridges:

For Canon Printers:

• Open the printer’s top access door to move the carriage to the center.
• Remove the USB cable from the printer’s back.
• Take out the existing print cartridges.
• Unplug the power cord (don’t use the Power button to turn off the printer).
• Ensure you’re using the correct cartridge specified in the User Guide.
• Confirm the protective plastic tape is removed from the cartridge.
• Reconnect the power cord and USB cable.

For Epson Printers:

• Inspect the remanufactured cartridge for damage or leaks.
• Open the printer’s access panel and insert the ink tank into the carrier (forward and then down to lock the tabs).
• Print a test page using any document to check print quality.
• Run a cleaning cycle from the printer’s preferences to clean print heads if needed.

General Steps for Any Printer:

• Open the cover where ink is housed and remove empty cartridges.
• Purchase remanufactured cartridges from a store selling compatible ones.
• Install remanufactured cartridges.
• Enter the printer’s utility software on your computer, find “New Cartridge” or similar, and follow prompts.

Printer Isn’t Showing Ink Levels or Isn’t Recognized:

• Reinstall old cartridges while the printer is on, wait for the cycle to finish.
• Power off the printer using its button.
• Unplug the printer.
• Reboot your computer.
• Clean the electrical contact points on new cartridges.
• Plug in the printer and turn it on.
• Press the “install cartridge” button after the warm-up routine.
• When your printer is finished with its warmup routine, press the “install cartridge” button on your printer.
• Remove old empty cartridges.
• Reinstall the new cartridges.

Remember, these instructions are general guidelines and might need adjustment based on your specific printer model and remanufactured cartridges. Always refer to your printer’s manual and the manufacturer’s instructions for the best results.