Canon pixma mp500 wont print

When I try to print or make a copy, it has a message tha says "The type of print head is incorrect. Install the correct print head." What does this mean and how do I fix it?

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grrlfriday Feb 16, 2008

I got the same message after using this print head for about two years with no problem. I have no idea what the print head is or how to replace it. Can't seem to find useful diagrams anywhere. All instruction manuals seem to assume a level of expertise I don't have. Please help me figure out how to get through this.

Thanks --K.R.
Anonymous Mar 26, 2014

My Canon MP500 stopped printing Word documents after a power outage, but will print from the internet
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Canon Pixma MP500 will not print from Word for Mac

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That suggests Yuo have the wrong cartridge for your machine or you are using a compatable cartridge[same thing] Take a look a www.fixyourownprinter for your particular model.

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