Canon PIXMA MP500 User Manual page 93

Caution
• Do not try to manually move or stop the Print Head Holder.
• Do not touch any metal parts.
4
Remove the ink tank whose lamp is flashing fast.
(1) Push the tab (A) and remove the ink tank.
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(A)
Caution
Important
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Note
Do not touch the Print Head Lock Lever (B). Remove only the ink tank.
• Handle ink tanks carefully to avoid staining clothing or the surrounding
area.
• Discard empty ink tanks according to the local laws and regulations
regarding disposal of consumables.
Be sure to replace ink tanks one by one when replacing more than one ink
tank.
5
Prepare a replacement tank.
(1) Remove the new ink tank from its packaging, then pull the orange tape (A) toward the
arrow so that the protective film does not remain on the air hole (C). Then remove the film
completely (B).
(2) Remove the orange protective cap (D) from the bottom of the ink tank and discard it.
Carefully hold the protective cap when removing it to prevent the ink from staining your
fingers.
Discard the cap once it is removed.
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