Ink Renewal Method

Perform the procedure below if ink discharge issues such as dot drop-out are not corrected after performing cleaning using the cleaning function (normal, medium, powerful) or manual cleaning.
IMPORTANT A large amount of ink will be discharged during this operation. Perform this operation only when ink discharge issues such as dot drop-out, dot displacement, and uneven colors cannot be corrected even after performing cleaning using the other cleaning functions (normal, medium, powerful, and manual).
Procedure
  1. Tap AP-640_Panel_Icon_MENU.
  2. Tap Maintenance - Ink Renewal.
  3. Check for the group with dot drop-out, dot displacement, or uneven colors by viewing the results of the printing test.
    The space from "A" to "B" is group A. The space from "B" to the right side is group B.
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    MEMO

    If the printing-test results are difficult to interpret

    Check the results in a bright location, changing your line of vision. They are visible using the reflection of the light.

  4. Select the group of print heads to renew the ink of.
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  5. Tap Execute.
    MEMO

    If Discard the discharged fluid in the bottle. appears after tapping Execute

    1. Remove the drain bottle and discard the discharged fluid.


    2. Quickly attach the emptied drain bottle to the machine once more.
    3. Tap Finish.
    WARNING

    Never place discharged fluid or ink near an open flame.

    Doing so may cause a fire.

    CAUTION

    Before you detach the drain bottle, be sure to wait for the screen to display Discard the discharged fluid in the bottle.. After discarding the discharged fluid, promptly attach the drain bottle to the machine.

    Failing to follow this procedure may cause discharged fluid to flow out of the tube and spill, soiling your hands or the floor.

    CAUTION

    To store discharged fluid temporarily, place it in the included drain bottle or in a durable sealed container such as a metal can or polyethylene tank, and cap the container tightly.

    Any spillage or vapor leakage may cause fire, odor, or physical distress.

    IMPORTANT
    • When you remove the drain bottle, a few drops of discharged fluid may come out of the machine. Exercise caution to prevent this fluid from soiling your hands or the floor.
    • Dispose of discharged fluid properly, in accordance with the laws in effect in your locale.
    • Discharged fluid is flammable and contains toxic ingredients. Never attempt to incinerate discharged fluid or discard it with ordinary trash. Also, do not dispose of it in sewer systems, rivers, or streams. Doing so may have an adverse impact on the environment.
  6. Tap AP-640_Panel_Icon_HOME to go back to the original screen.