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Checking the Ink Status with the LCD on the Machine
Note
• The ink level detector is mounted on the machine to detect the remaining ink level. The machine
considers as ink is full when a new FINE cartridge is installed, and then starts to detect a remaining ink
level. If you install a used FINE cartridge, the indicated ink level of it may not be correct. In such case,
refer to the ink level information only as a guide.
• When remaining ink cautions or errors occur, the message will appear on the LCD to inform you of the
error. Take appropriate action according to the message.
A Message Is Displayed
1. Make sure that the power is turned on, then press the Setup button.
The Setup menu screen will appear.
2. Use the or button to select Ink information , then press the OK button.
LCD and Operation Panel
3. Use the or button to select Remaining ink , then press the OK button.
Remaining ink is shown in the area (A).
Example:
The ink is running low. Prepare a new ink cartridge.
Note
• To print the model number of the FINE cartridge, select Ink information from Setup menu , then
select Print ink number .
• You can also check the ink status on the LCD when you press the COPY or FAX button. The
current remaining ink level will be displayed on the LCD for a few seconds.
• You can also check the ink status on the computer screen.
Checking the Ink Status from Your Computer
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