Ink Passage - Canon iPF6100 Service Manual

Chapter 2

2.3.2 Ink Passage

2.3.2.1 Ink Passage

2.3.2.1.1 Overview of Ink Passage
The ink passage consists of ink tanks, printhead, cap, waste ink collection unit, ink tubes for connecting the
mechanical components, and an ink suction pump which is operated to suck ink. These components are used to
supply, circulate, and suck ink.
A schematic diagram of the ink passage (for one color) and the ink flow are shown below.
Ink tank
ion plate
Sub buffer Ink supply valve
ent material under the ink tank unit
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Mechanical Drive Unit
Ink flow
Absorbent material under the purge unit
Waste ink from cap for suction and capping
Maintenance cartridge
Joint
Suction pump
Waste ink from sub cap for capping
Waste glycerin
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Carriage unit
Printhead
Cap
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