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I have a canon pixma 258 (all in one printer). cartridges are full. The problem is it doesnt print or scan any document. If a print command is given, it gives an error ' printer is in use. An error has occured. Check status. Please tell me the solution

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Observe how the power and error lights are flashing. Or count the times they are blinking and in what sequence. This is more accurate than error codes. Repost with this info so i can help you further.

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