Installation Manual IP3000, IP4000, IP5000, MP760, MP780, i860, i865 -100ml Series Version 3-2009 1) Printer pre-check..................... 4 2) Preparing your new CISS for installation ..............6 2) Inserting the silicone nozzle seals................8 3) Inserting the cartridges .................... 9 4) Tube set up ......................
For Canon Printers IP3000, IP4000, IP5000, MP760, MP780, I860 & I865 -100ml Series Congratulations on your purchase of a RIHAC Continuous Ink Supply System (CISS). Before using the system please read this manual carefully. It will help you install the system correctly and ensure trouble free printing.
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b) After performing a head clean you must then perform Print Check Pattern. The computer will automatically ask you this, however if it does not, simply choose to perform a ‘Nozzle Check’ on the printer maintenance screen. Your printer will print either of the following; If your printer has produced a perfect result (A), please attach a copy of the nozzle check to your purchase receipt as this will validate your warranty.
Preparing your new CISS for installation Please ensure the following are present with your CISS. Air filters x5 Silicone nozzle seal x 5 Cable ties (spare) Double sided tape tabs (spare) Syringe and needle Spare elbow joints and connections b) Remove your CISS from the box and check the there are no leakages or cracks and that the silicone tubing is not damaged.
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a) Carefully remove the small travel plugs on the CISS, leaving the filler plug in place. Travel Plug Filler Plug b) Using the syringe, remove any excess ink from the inner air balance chamber. The chamber does not have to be completely empty for the CISS to function correctly.
c) Place the CISS unit on the right hand side of your printer and Insert all the air filters into the top of each air balance chamber. The larger end should be inserted into the air balance chamber. THE FOLLOWING STEPS ARE VERY IMPORTANT FOR ALL CANON PRINTERS Inserting the silicone nozzle seals.
d) Carefully place each silicone nozzle seal into position around each of the printer heads as shown. Incorrectly placed silicone seals can cause poor printing quality. Please ensure that the silicone seals do not move from position when inserting the cartridges.
b) Remove the orange cartridge cover from each of your new cartridges. This is done by slowly moving the clip in an anticlockwise direction. Beware that during transit ink may build up in this cap and will release when the cover is removed.
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b) Adjustments to the tube length may be required. To check this, move the cartridge holder left and right to each end of the printer. It should reach both ends with ease. Check that the tubing is neither too long nor too short. The tubing should not interfere with the printer data wire nor should it fall down into the paper support.
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1)1)a) and 1)b) on page 4. Please note that this may need to be performed several times to ensure excess air is removed from the lines. g) Congratulations you have now successfully installed your new RIHAC Continuous Ink Supply. Caution DO NOT HAVE THE INK RESERVOIRS HIGHER OR LOWER THAN THE PRINTER HEIGHT.
DO NOT REFILL YOUR SYSTEM WITH CHEAP QUALITY IMPORT INKS! Quality refill inks can be purchased directly from Rihac at 157 Union Road, Ascot Vale, Vic 3032 Via phone on 03 9005 5555 or online at www.rihac.com.au...
Priming a) Only prime your CISS if excess air (5cm or more) is present in the tubing. It is recommended that priming is conducted in a suitable workspace. Please ensure to wear gloves & have some tissues handy to soak up excess ink before undertaking any priming.
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e) Draw air into the syringe (DO NOT ATTACH A NEEDLE) then place it in the hole left by the removed travel plug. Push down very slowly on the syringe, pushing air into the reservoir.. It is very important that you push down very slowly (use the gauge on the side of the syringe and do not push down more than 1cm at a time).
Extra seals are available by contacting– info@rihac.com.au or (+613) 9005 5555. Too much ink! iv) Please ensure that you do not have your CISS placed higher then the printer level.
d) Flashing Printer Lights If both lights are flashing on the top of your printer it will generally indicate that your printer waste pad is full. Canon printers are programmed to perform a maximum number of prints prior to requiring a service which normally involves returning your printer to a Canon dealer to perform a reset.
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