Why my printer mp610 shows code U052, what does it mean?

A lot of Canon printer's users come across with the error message, "U052 This type of print head is incorrect." It is a very common error on Canon printers and is fairly easy to troubleshoot.

There are two different scenarios related to U052 kind of error message.One is where the print head is not installed at all and then it is giving the 'U052 This type of print head is incorrect' error message.

And, the second scenario is where the print head is installed nut it is not functioning properly or probably not working at all. The below section will show step by step troubleshooting of both the scenarios.

U052 This type of print head is incorrect

The HP D145 uses a special print head cartridge for each ink cartridge. They are not interchangeable.

says code uo52

Sounds like you have to buy new printhead... take a look on amazon: Amazon com canon mp610 printhead. I hope this was helpful. Cheers

This means The type of print head is incorrect. Install the correct print head." U052

The solution is follow the directions given in the Easy Setup Instructions to install the Print Head.

If the Print Head is already installed, remove the Print Head once and then reinstall it.

If the error is not resolved, the Print Head may be damaged and may need replacing.

That happens when the printhead goes out, you'll need a new printhead,QY6-0075-000 around $50.00

Hi I have U051, and U052 coming up, I did what it said to do press ok if that doesn't work turn it off, now it is continuously going to these problems. What do I do.

Dear dgthorpe,
This indicates that printhead of your printer faulty. Commonly this problem come with short circuitry problem in printhead so it may harm logic board and carriage unit too. I suggest you to try checking with another printhead first.
Regards,

Got the error U052.....with incorrect print head. Has been printing just before. How do I remove the printhead and place it back in. My printer is Canon MP610

It's most likely an after market cartridge. Try a diiferent one or get the OEM.