Canon multipass C555 will not recognize new cartridge

These machines have an integrated printhead built into the printer. The only way to try to fix this issue is to run the cleaning function anywhere from 3-7 times. First, remove the ink cartridges and depress the sponge side onto a paper towel. If you see ink on the towel, proceed to the next step. If no ink is present, replace the ink cartridges. They can be found for very cheap on this model. Next step, depends on whether or not the machine is hooked up to a computer or is just a stand alone fax machne. If it is not hooked up to a computer, go to the menu, scroll to maintainence and select clean cartridges. You will need to do this multiple times. Continue to do it if you see improvement, until you are satisfied with the print quality. You an also perform the cleaning from a computer. Locate the printer in the printer folder and right click on it. Select properties. At the bottom of that window, select preferences. Then select the maintainence tab, and select clean cartridges. Again, you will need to do this multiple times. Please advise if you need further help, or if this does not work and you would like info on current fax machines.

Maybe you should buy a new cartridge. This warning message usually means that one of the contacts on your cartridge has blown and when you put it in, the printer does not recognize it anymore. If that is the case, sadly, the only solution is to buy a new cartridge.

if you ever get this figured out, let me know, my mp730 says the same thing, i had the head cleaned after i got a wrong cartridge error and now i have a put in cartridge error

This is an issue caused when the cartridges entered are not the one which is usually used by the printer. Check the Cartridge make. It can also be caused of Dirty Cartridge contacts. If that is the problem then you have to clean the Cartridge contact and its connecting socket with alcohol. And most importantly, first check are the Cartridges fully inserted ans set in completely.

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When that happens, it's because the printhead has gone out. You need to replace it.QY6-0054-000 around $40.00

An other method that might also work for you, is to clean the print head with some rubbing alcohol. Even though the cartridge is new, the print head might be in need of cleaning. It works for me 100% of the time no need to mess with drivers.

You could remove the color cartridge altogether, or just select "Print in grey scale" from the printer properties box.

Do a printhead alignment. This will let the printer know your cartridges are full. Here is a link for your manual if you want one. If this doesn't fix the problem just add a coment and I'll be glad to come back and help you out. http://www.usa.canon.com/consumer/controller?act=ModelInfoAct&tabact=DownloadDetailTabAct&fcategoryid=334&modelid=8000

Replace print Head/s with new, oand check cost against new printer with warranty and gen new inks probally more economical. Welcome to our Disposable world!!

Don, have you unplugged the printer for a few minutes? first the power plug, see if that clears it. If not, unplug it from the computer, reboot the computer, then plug printer back in. If not that,when an ink cartridge is refilled (depending on the model) the printer needs to be tricked into thinking a "new" cartidge is being installed. They make their money from the ink, not as much the printer. You may need to check the owners manual to see if the is the case. I have had to use tape to block off certain contacts, then remove the cartidge and block off another section of contacts, then remove tape all together and re-insert the cartridge.