Measures When the Printer Is Not in Use for a Prolonged Period

Be sure to follow the instructions shown below when the printer is not in use for a prolonged period.

  • Empty the drain bottle.

    If you know that you will not use the machine for a prolonged period, empty the drain bottle. When the main power is on, the machine periodically performs automatic maintenance in which fluid is discharged.

    The drain bottle is filled when the following periods elapse. To perform automatic maintenance, discard the discharged fluid during these periods.

    • Approximately 2 weeks after the message "CHECK DRAIN BOTTLE" is displayed

    • Approximately 150 days after the drain bottle is emptied

  • Do not allow the machine to run out of ink.

    The machine discharges ink during the automatic maintenance that is performed periodically. Set in the machine ink cartridges having sufficient remaining ink. The machine cannot perform automatic maintenance if it has run out of ink or cleaning liquid.

  • Switch the sub power on once every 2 weeks.

    Switch the sub power on once every 2 weeks. Check for notifications and perform the required maintenance.

  • Keep the machine at a constant temperature and relative humidity.

    Even when the machine is not in use, keep it at a temperature of 5 to 40°C (41 to 104°F) and a relative humidity of 20 to 80% (with no condensation). Failure to do so may result in malfunction.