I have the same problem, although my 'magenta' tank light is off and this is the tank the printer seems to think needs replacing- but the tank is brand new!I have the same problem, although my 'magenta' tank light is off and this is the tank the printer seems to think needs replacing- but the tank is brand new!
I have the same problem but with mine it is the Cyan tank. Did you try the suggestion to replace the ink tank? Did it work?Hello,
I have the same problem but with mine it is the Cyan tank. Did you try the suggestion to replace the ink tank? Did it work?
AnonymousMar 31, 2008
Me too. Mine is the Black tank. I tried to replace it with a brand new cartridge and it only work for a few times before it started flashing the orange light again. So frustrating.Me too. Mine is the Black tank. I tried to replace it with a brand new cartridge and it only work for a few times before it started flashing the orange light again. So frustrating.
AnonymousJul 07, 2008
First had a problem "duplicate 5 black tanks", renewed the cli8bk tank
(looked empty) A new problem "Ink tank errors has ocurred" ie 15 flashes on the Paper feed button., Renewed the PGI 5BK, still 15 flashes.
The replacement 5BK tank has the pink flashing light ( could this be faulty??
Tried also washing out the tank as I dont use this printer very often, but has made no differenceFirst had a problem "duplicate 5 black tanks", renewed the cli8bk tank
(looked empty) A new problem "Ink tank errors has ocurred" ie 15 flashes on the Paper feed button., Renewed the PGI 5BK, still 15 flashes.
The replacement 5BK tank has the pink flashing light ( could this be faulty??
Tried also washing out the tank as I dont use this printer very often, but has made no difference
AnonymousJul 14, 2008
same here but with 7 flashes, i tried all, cleaning, replacing the small black tank, but the problem remains, same here but with 7 flashes, i tried all, cleaning, replacing the small black tank, but the problem remains,
I get the message "Ink Info Number : 1683 The remaining level of the following ink cannot be correctly detected. Magenta [8]" Replace the ink tank." I had replaced the black and the cyan, and they worked just fine, but then I replaced the magenta and got that annoying message. Of course, I can't print anything. I tried a different magenta tank. I tried cleaning the cartridge and the "head" inside the computer. I also reinstalled the driver. Same message, same problem. I tried to find some help in the on screen manual that came with the software, but it appears to be blank.....
I get the message "Ink Info Number : 1683 The remaining level of the following ink cannot be correctly detected. Magenta [8]" Replace the ink tank." I had replaced the black and the cyan, and they worked just fine, but then I replaced the magenta and got that annoying message. Of course, I can't print anything. I tried a different magenta tank. I tried cleaning the cartridge and the "head" inside the computer. I also reinstalled the driver. Same message, same problem. I tried to find some help in the on screen manual that came with the software, but it appears to be blank.....
Printer worked fine two days ago, now 15 flashes, I removed and replaced ink carts which didnt have the lights on as requested, It was all 5 tanks, but still the same - repeated action about 7 times.
I called cannon who told me to get new tanks. I told them I wouldnt , as I didnt believe all 5 tanks would go the same day. Now theyve told me to replace the print head, and take to a service 300 km away.
I,ll not be buying another cannon. It's only used around two tanks of each colour!Printer worked fine two days ago, now 15 flashes, I removed and replaced ink carts which didnt have the lights on as requested, It was all 5 tanks, but still the same - repeated action about 7 times.
I called cannon who told me to get new tanks. I told them I wouldnt , as I didnt believe all 5 tanks would go the same day. Now theyve told me to replace the print head, and take to a service 300 km away.
I,ll not be buying another cannon. It's only used around two tanks of each colour!
AnonymousDec 05, 2008
I also have the same problem. I rang the support number and was told my options were to either replace the cartridges or take it for servicing. I said I would do neither of these as the cartridges were full. We did come to an agreement in the end though which was that I would return the printer for a refund and never again buy another canon product. He seemed happy with this solution.
I also have the same problem. I rang the support number and was told my options were to either replace the cartridges or take it for servicing. I said I would do neither of these as the cartridges were full. We did come to an agreement in the end though which was that I would return the printer for a refund and never again buy another canon product. He seemed happy with this solution.
AnonymousMar 13, 2014
ink tank full but keeps flashingink tank full but keeps flashing
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I dont know why others have posted non- solutions in the solutions section!!
But HERE is a small development.
I have tried a new canon cartridge in the printer, and now when I get the 15 flashes I open the IP4200 printer as per onscreen instructions to replace the cartridge that isnt lit up, and now the new cartridge is lit, showing that the printer is happy with that one. The other four arent lit up, so now I presume I have to buy the other four canon cartridges.
Odd how all 5 cartridges went at the same time and are all at least half full. These cartridges have each been refilled 2 times. It seems canon have found a way to stop people refilling their cartridges even though It was deemed illegal when challenged in court.
I have a canon printer, scanner, camera and DV video camera - I wont be buying cannon again.
I have the same problem with the cyan tank and find that licking the chip on the corner of the tank works for a while. I have tried replacing the cartridge to no avail.
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Install the print head or ink tanks properly following the procedure If reseating or reinstalling to clear an error, the ink tanks and print head
must first be removed.1. Confirm that the printer is powered on and open the top cover. The print head moves to the replacement position.Note: When the top cover is opened more than ten minutes, the print head moves to the right side.If this occurs, close the top cover, and open it again.2. Open the paper output tray.Note: When installing the print head, roceed to step 3.When installing the ink tanks, proceed to step 6.3. Raise the print head lock lever.4. Pull out the print head from its package, then remove the orange protective cap from it.Note: Do not touch the print head nozzles <1> , electrical contacts <2>, or ink supply ports <3>.Doing so may cause printing problems 5. Place the print head in the holder and lower the print head lock lever carefully until you hear a click.6. Unpack the ink tank and pull the orange tape off completely in the direction of the arrow and remove the film.Note: Tear the orange tape carefully along the dotted line. If the orange tape remains, printing problems may occur.7. Remove the orange protective cap located on the bottom of the ink tank by twisting as shown in the diagram.Note: - Do
not touch the ink tank contact <1>. Doing so may occur printing
problems. Do not squeeze the side of ink tanks as this may cause the ink
to leak out. Do not reattach the protective cap once you have removed
it. 8. Insert ink tanks into the print head.1) Insert the ink tank into the Print Head.(2) Press on the 'PUSH' mark on the ink tank until the ink tank snaps firmly into place.(3) Ensure that the ink tank lamp lights red.Note: <Ink Tank Lamp> You can check the status of each ink tank according to the way its lamp flashes. On: The printer is ready to print. Slow flashing (at about three second interval): Ink is low. Prepare a new ink tank. Fast flashing (at about one second interval): Ink tank is empty, or the printer is not ready due to an error.- Off: An error has occurred and the printer is not ready to print.10. Close the top cover.Note: When starting printing next time, the print head cleaning launches automatically.During the print head cleaning, the Power lamp flashes green. Do not do other operations until the flashes stops.
The POWER Lamp Flashes Orange
Eight flashes: Waste ink tank almost full
The printer has a built-in waste ink tank for the ink used
during print head cleaning. Eight flashes indicates that the waste ink tank is
nearly full. Press the RESUME/CANCEL button to cancel the
error so you can continue printing. Before the waste ink tank becomes completely
full, contact a Canon service representative.
Note
Canon recommends that you call for service as soon as this
error occurs. Once the waste ink tank becomes completely full, printing will no
longer be possible.
Fifteen Flashes: The FINE Cartridge cannot be recognized.
Possible causes are as follows:
- The FINE Cartridge may not be installed properly.
- The FINE Cartridge may not be compatible with this printer.
Install the appropriate FINE Cartridge. If lines are misaligned or the resulting output is not satisfactory, carry out the Print Head Alignment.
I have the same problem, although my 'magenta' tank light is off and this is the tank the printer seems to think needs replacing- but the tank is brand new!
Hello,
I have the same problem but with mine it is the Cyan tank. Did you try the suggestion to replace the ink tank? Did it work?
Me too. Mine is the Black tank. I tried to replace it with a brand new cartridge and it only work for a few times before it started flashing the orange light again. So frustrating.
First had a problem "duplicate 5 black tanks", renewed the cli8bk tank
(looked empty) A new problem "Ink tank errors has ocurred" ie 15 flashes on the Paper feed button., Renewed the PGI 5BK, still 15 flashes.
The replacement 5BK tank has the pink flashing light ( could this be faulty??
Tried also washing out the tank as I dont use this printer very often, but has made no difference
same here but with 7 flashes, i tried all, cleaning, replacing the small black tank, but the problem remains,
I get the message "Ink Info Number : 1683 The remaining level of the following ink cannot be correctly detected. Magenta [8]" Replace the ink tank." I had replaced the black and the cyan, and they worked just fine, but then I replaced the magenta and got that annoying message. Of course, I can't print anything. I tried a different magenta tank. I tried cleaning the cartridge and the "head" inside the computer. I also reinstalled the driver.
Same message, same problem. I tried to find some help in the on screen manual that came with the software, but it appears to be blank.....
Printer worked fine two days ago, now 15 flashes, I removed and replaced ink carts which didnt have the lights on as requested, It was all 5 tanks, but still the same - repeated action about 7 times.
I called cannon who told me to get new tanks. I told them I wouldnt , as I didnt believe all 5 tanks would go the same day. Now theyve told me to replace the print head, and take to a service 300 km away.
I,ll not be buying another cannon. It's only used around two tanks of each colour!
I also have the same problem. I rang the support number and was told my options were to either replace the cartridges or take it for servicing. I said I would do neither of these as the cartridges were full. We did come to an agreement in the end though which was that I would return the printer for a refund and never again buy another canon product. He seemed happy with this solution.
ink tank full but keeps flashing
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